When Dayv and I began doing this podcast, we discussed how we would like to ideally have dj's and producers that we like on the podcast, but we said it half jokingly, never really believing the opportunity would come that it would actually occur. Well, it turns out that it ain't no joke. The 16th episode of SHM introduces Elektro 4, a talented dj/producer from NYC. His album "Keystroke one"--full of dark instrumental hip-hop/downtempo gems--was on heavy rotation in my car stero and computer back in 2005, an album that i had to force myself not to listen to in order to get to other music. Without further ado here is Elektro 4; welcome to the SHM fam. (warning: turn on AC when listening to the following podcast episode because its mad heat son!)

I really wanted to work into the mix some of my favorite groups since Moose is one of my favorite homeys. Some songs of note are... Vibes and Stuff - One of my favorite tracks from one of my favorite groups ever. Too many sick lines to single one out, safe to say Phife and Tip are in true top form here, and the beat is butter on toast. I rarely make a mix of any sort without including at least one Hip-Hop track... Medula Oblongata, Police and Thieves, Take Me Higher, Seek You - Nods here to Fight Club, CQ, and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. Three examples of how music supervision is an integral part of the movie making process... Picnic In The Summertime - It's really impossible not to get happy listening to this track. One of my favorites from one of my favorite bands and one I very rarely get to work into a mix... Catch - The range of emotions I hear in this track never fails to blow my mind. There is sadness ("Yes I sometimes even tried to catch her, But I never even caught her name"), romance ("And sometimes we would spend the night, Just rolling about on a floor"), and even joy ("You know I even think that she smiled like you, She used to just stand there and smile"). Simply one of the most beautiful songs I've had the honor of knowing... and I am yet to meet a girl, whom in my opinion has good taste, that doesn't melt when she hears this track... hahaha, it's my go-to girlfriend screener :)
Please to enjoy.
your boy,
Mike (ElekTro4)
elektro4.com
http://www.facebook.com/pages/ElekTro4/100871185117
(twitter, blip.fm and myspace - search my name if you want to be down)
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Dayv here. I met Dave, the creator of this episode, at the last Kid Koala show in San Francisco. True to the awesomeness inherent of those who possess name of Dave, he's created for you an amazing mix of music to rock out to this summer. So go forth, listen, and rock!

Those pink antihistamine chews were a great score last week. They're in season right now and very much available locally. If you're golden, you'd find the organic variety at a pharmers market. Quite a harmonious pairing with a grilled lamb-feta burger dolloped with cucumber yogurt sauce, washed down by a glass of passion fruit sangria. Lemon zest, so necessary. Settle for anything less and your whole style is shwilly Mays.
Let's get cool together in the sunshine. The days are longer, the nights are stronger than moonshine. That's America, they're missing out. Put this mix on and take a summer excursion down a far-reaching, open highway. Or perhaps you'll wobble those knees, feeling the helter swelter. The rest is fancy free wind blowing through your hair.
Donovex
http://turnofthewheel.blogspot.com
http://wescoasia.tumblr.com
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You might have left half your body weight in the form of sweat on the dance floor to brian aka dj bluz soul bending dj sets in various clubs here in the san francisco bay area. If not, here is a taste of the softer side of what you have been missing. Here's what Brian had to say...
Recently I've had the good fortune of DJing every 3rd Friday of the month here in the Bay Area at The Clearing. When people ask what kind of music we play I usually say something like "Soul & Soul Edits...maybe some Yam Who or Gamm cuts thrown in there". Styles range. You're just as likely to hear Keni Burke as you are Kenny Dope. Mainly we try to keep it soulful throughout.
So rather than reading my description of what you might hear...listen to this podcast & find out. Peace Mustafa for having me! 2009 & beyond Brotha.
DJ Bluz
djbrianlu@gmail.com
http://www.myspace.com/djbrianlu
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Oh my Lord!!!! I thought I had soul and then I heard this. Wear a helmet with a chin strap because this is jaw droppingly ill yo!!!!
Hello. Allow myself to introduce... myself. I'm Tony and I run a little blog on the Interwebs called Tonegents. But more importantly, I've been lucky enough to know Mustafa for some time now, and he's always been one of my favorite friends to talk music with... you know, just geek the heck out. Dude knows his stuff inside and out, up and down... you get the idea. So when he asked me to do a podcast for this site, well... I knew I had to bring the "A"-game. Of course, Moose gave me free reign to do whatever I wanted... which is problematic. There are so many ways to go, which one do I choose? I decided... when in doubt, go with your current obsession...
And my current obsession is '70s Spiritual/Soul Jazz. You want to know where all those "hip," "cutting edge" acts Gilles Peterson plays got their inspiration from? Quantic, Cinematic Orchestra, Nostalgia 77, the Broken Beat scene... you'll hear it all right here. But many of these records are way, way out of print despite their huge influence, which is quite frankly crazy talk considering how these are the folks who shaped the dance music of today. Latin rhythms, African rhythms, tough-as-nails breaks, even a little proto-Disco await in this 68 minutes... Low-down, deep and dirty to transcendent, joyous and uplifting... vintage sounds that are more current than ever... let these folks take you on a journey to a place called Soul...
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Students pull out your pencils and note pads, you are about to get schooled in some international goodness. Check out the newest podcast from Chinita.
"Goodbye, goodbye, to one place or another,
to every mouth, to every sorrow,
to the insolent moon, to weeks
which wound in the days and disappeared,
goodbye to this voice and that one stained
with amaranth, and goodbye
to the usual bed and plate,
to the twilight setting of all goodbyes,
to the chair that is part of the same twilight,
to the way made by my shoes.
I spread myself, no question;
I turned over whole lives,
changed skin, lamps, and hates,
it was something I had to do,
not by law or whim,
more of a chain reaction;
each new journey enchained me;
I took pleasure in place, in all places...."
-An excerpt from "Goodbyes" by Pablo Neruda
I was fortunate enough to be asked to do this lovely podcast, one that has influenced my eccentric passion and excessive need for creative expression. This playlist is so dear to my heart ---what a perfect time for me to have compiled these tracks! Coming from such a traditional Asian upbringing has not been easy, but I'm thankful for the cultural appreciation and influences that have unexpectedly enriched my life. These two and a half years, moving from the suburbs of Los Angeles to San Francisco, was quite a journey. From the 562 to the 415.....Long Beach, Cerritos, & Los Angeles to San Francisco, Oakland and Berkeley...all these places will forever leave a lasting impression. This music selection is my thanks, to all the people, places, dreams, and intricate moments that have filled in the blanks of my epic two and a half decades of life.
After my attempt to complete my fashion degree in the Yay Area, and realizing that it was just not working out, I decided to seek out other realms of creativity and exploration,---- hunting for everythings and anythings, painting, curating, reading, going to shows, and of course having to conform to our working class society. Leaving my home of 22 years for the first time, was definitely a bigger deal than I thought it was. I now realize that this transition was ultimately for the betterment of my being, and self discovery working its magic upon me.
Now, as I move forth to my next chapter, I return to my roots. I have been given a second chance to finish my fashion degree at Long Beach State & do the damn thang! I've discovered that I find my inspiration in people--- from the ones you encounter randomly, to your closest friends and loved ones...basically the beauty of all humanity. The formation of relationships are just so fascinating to me. And in the end, you will realize that those relationships formed, will matter most in life. The world may be difficult to place to swallow during these hard times.....but we have to help each other in keeping our hearts and minds faithful. Taking these opportunities that are given to us, remaining hopeful, loving, appreciative, and giving. All these tests that are thrown at us, whether they be failures or successes, all create more meaningful testimonies. This collection of music goes out to all the nomads, spiritual beings, givers, thinkers, and politikers in the world, constantly inspired by change and all of life's beautiful gifts!
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