This week’s Listenin’ Booth includes music from Philadelphia’s own singer, songwriter, and producer Sug Daniels. Plus four other essential tunes you should be listening to right now.
Golden – Sug Daniels
Philadelphia’s Sug Daniels incorporates elements of folk, rhythm and blues, and low-fi alternatives to reinterpret this Jill Scott neo soul classic.
Taken from his latest full length release “The Most Notorious Poet Laureate”, “Rollin’” sees this Philadelphia rapper explore inner city themes over crisp retro inspired beats.
Window Thoughts – Isatta Sherrif & Koralle
Isatta Sheriff and Koralle join forces on “Window Thoughts“, a six track EP that unites the talents of the East London emcee and the Bologna-based beatsmith. “It’s a laid back journey into my world in East London,“ Isatta explains. “I paint a picture of my journey so far as a Black female rapper, and the racial politics and experiences surrounding that.”
Mausiki Scales – Freedom Flight
Mausiki Scales and his band Common Ground Collective have been a staple on the Atlanta, Georgia scene since the late 90s. With their influence of African sounds like Afrobeat and Hi-Life mixed in with Funk, Blues, Jazz and other Black musical traditions brings an unique irresistible dance filled soundscape.
Kueen is an emerging rap artist from North Carolina taking underground sounds to tell uplifting stories of empowerment, liberation and self worth. Brilliant.
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