Mayer Hawthorne - The Ills

Crappy day today, girl problems and the like. Following on from my habits yesterday, I'm getting back into Mayer Hawthorne at the moment. And as such this song is making me feel better. Sure as hell wont be listening to "Just Aint Gonna Work Out" though :P

Mayer Hawthorne x Classixx

Holy crap! Two of my favorite artists collaborate on an absolute summer jam. And true to their style, its a like a trip back through the best parts of the Golden State that both acts call their home. I can see this one staying on repeat throughout the summer. Cop it now in beautiful 320 goodness.

Mayer Hawthorne - No Strings (Produced by Classixx) (Right Click it)

Edit: Turns out this is a month old, how the fuck did I miss this?

Donut Shop

Fresh out the fryer, are some new donuts from the god himself, James Yancey Dilla. Well fresh to the internet at least, the man unfortunately passed away nearly 4 years ago. However due to the reportedly vast archives of unreleased material he amassed, Stones Throw have seen fit to collaborate with Serato Records to put out a few unheard tracks along with some of his more famous instrumentals from the past few years including the one for Q-Tips awesome track (and video) Move.


You can cop these new Donuts by clicking HERE and while you're at it, head over to Pitchfork to read and listen to a surprisingly good summary of Dilla's legacy and the reasons behind his enduring idolation and influence.

Also of note is the Timeless series that has been done in his honour, entitled "Suite for Ma Dukes" (his mother). These orchestral interpretations are simply amazing, capturing the heart and soul of the originals. Do try to track down both the videos and purchase the EP.


J Dilla was a producer who never truly received his due while he was alive, but his music will continue not only to speak for itself, but inspire others long after he is gone. RIP Dilla.


J Dilla - Gobstopper
Slum Village - Fall in Love
Janet Jackson - Got till its Gone (Ft. Q-tip)

New Music Day - Erykah Badu and Madlib

Okay I'm gonna keep this one brief. So much will no doubt be written about Erykah Badu's new album. But let me spoil the ending for you. It's fucking awesome. Its got that much soul to it its not even funny. And she really is a weird lady, Biggie quotes, funk jams, baby making music really. Production from ?uestlove, Dilla and Madlib. What are you waiting on this is a must-cop. Highlights include Window Seat and Turn Me Away (Get Munny) but really the whole album is fantastic.

As this day of music continues, I currently have Madlib's second entry in his Medicine Show series, Flight to Brazil. Its a mix he's done of obscure Brazilian music. Not usually my thing, but I am digging it. Makes me wish i was in Brazil. Or at least that i had some weed. Pretty sweet stuff.