CD update

 here are 2 new CDs in my collection

A few years ago I discovered Soundway records. My discovery and education on world music continues! The tracks on the compilation is very Dance able! Being I love African Beats The Meridian Brothers and Bomba Estereo are 2 of my faves so far.

A Blast from the Past

When I was young my Dad had Herb Alpert playing alot. sometimes he would drive me to the bus stop on rainy days and he would have Herb Alpert playing in the cars 8 track player while smoking a pipe!
When I was in 8th grade he gave me his copy of Whipped Cream and other delights! At the time I was into the Bay City Rollers and KC and the Sunshine band so I guess that was his way of introducing me to real music and helping me expand my horizons musically! It worked. Thanks Dad!

Mid Febuary music additions

about 2 weeks ago I went to one of my fave online musite stores to check out if they had anything new and indeed they did.

there's lots of weird and obscure tunes here to tickle your funny bone.

Your can't here these songs on the radio today because most radio stations won't play them.

 There are a few that were hits back in the day though and perhaps a few may make it on to future mixes.

Last week My Godmother Mary and cousin Molly came by for a chat and to give me some late birthday presents. this was one of them

As most of you know I'm into world music and have a nice collection. this is a nice addition!

fire House Rock

                                           My new mix is here. Heavily dipped in World music, soul and a few blast from the past Fire House Rock will have you Dancing for sure!

great world music

Fpr a few years now I have been trying to listen to more world music. two of my main influences are fellow mix makers Robert Song and Al Telstar (not their real names ) but your internet handles.
Among my favorites are African, Irish and Indian music. Although mans of the words I don't know but the beats are infectious and danceable.
 What I like too is that they use real instruments and the music is authentic and not computer generated.

 to learn more about many of these cool sounds check out
www.worldmusic.net
www.soundwayrecords.com and
www.putumayo.com

and you too will be hooked!

January Jams 2015

Wel; here it is
Inspired my some iTunes downloads and a few new CD purchases this mix was born. click on the pictures to see a clearer view.
While my creative engine was running hot I went on our library website and ordered more CDs to barrow.
 world music, rock favorites and some jazz will be in there next mix too!

more world music

  In my travels Yesterday I stopped at a place called Sunshine Daydream which sells women's cloths ,accessories and Putumayo world music.
   As most of you know especially those who I swap CD mixes with I enjoy world music.
   The Putumayo world series is great. All original songs my the original artists.
  I've been on a CD buying binge lately but I'll slow down in time to save up for the holidays.
    Oh I know its a hair too early to be talking about the holidays but I start gathering music and compiling my Christmas mixes around late October.
  This weekend I'll be making my fall mix called "Falling out of Summer 2014"
    I have 3 DJ gigs in October 3 Saturdays in a row. I'm chuffed!
  details to follow soon
please check back soon!

new additions to the collection

today it was a busy and beautiful day at BHS.
Upon arriving home I got a happy Package in the mail. I don't get many packages in the mail these days but that's OK. When I do Its brings a smiles to my face, especially if I'm not expecting it.
 I guess that's why I enjoy sending folks mixes. I know ..or hope it will brighten their day and its fun!
 Well here's from I received today from a fellow music lover on youtube!

I listened to the Bongo Land CD and love it.Reviews on Samite will come soon!

An Izzy Sandwich

for a while I had this idea for a mix that started and ended with the same artist.
 The artistist I chose was inspired my friend and Coworker Beth and I were discussing the Hawaiian musician we just refer to as Izzy because his last name is a tongue twister.
 I know I wanted to feature world music in the mix but have old faves as well.
so here it is folks
the Izzy Sandwich!

The Gold star Hits #1 & 2

Weatherwise this winter has not been east to get out and about on the bike or by foot. It has provided time for my creative skills with my mixes though.
I've been digging world music,jazz and hits of yesteryear as you can see.If you right click on the picture you can see the tracklisting better.
 I've been trying to get my mix exchange by mail group going again with only a few definite yes's.
 With the revival of interests in vinyl I'm hoping people will also get interested in making CD mixes again. Its a fun way to share what you've been listening to and a great way to turn others onto it too!

more world music

The other day on the way home from the dentist I stopped in at sunshine daydream on Bay Ave.
 I was still numb so a trip to the green planet was out of the question.
  For the past few years I have been getting educated in world music and incorporated it in my DJ gigs and get mostly positive responses! Its a better alternative to lady Gaga and Justin Bieber.
 The Putumayo world music series is awesome and If I ever get establisted at a local café or restarant Id like to do a world music night or do a good set of world music.

its just a loan

 Several weeks ago I got this out of the library.Yes Im overdue returning it but there is so much great music here! If you click on the picture of the tracklisting to make the picture larger you will clearly see some great artists.
 The Library is largely to credit for my discovery of world music. I incorporate it in my DJ gigs often and people love it!

The music buying relapse

My last music purchase was 2 weeks ago and I told myself no more music till after Christmas.
  I went into Andi's and saw James Daltons new CD and bam!Relapse!
Hey its worth it though.He does a fantastic job and the harmonica and mandolin.truly a gifted dude!
 After that I was cruising around  point Beach and got curious about what new Putumayo CDs Sunshine daydream had.OK if I was going to have a relapse it was going to go the distance.
  I decided on Runba mumbo cha cha cha.I like them both.
Jpats got that's bluesy folky tip perfect for getting mellow and laid back and Rumba mambo cha cha cha makes you wanna do a little dirty Dancing woh mama!
Later that evening I did some online buying too!

More world music

This is the latest addition to my world music collection.Its filled with hot Dance grooves that will melt the dancefloor!

new additions

OK not Brand new CDs but this are 2 very cool additions to my music collection
Manu Dibango is Africa Soul and a fine addition to my world music collection.
The Romanics is a blast from the past from the early 80s.
I had this on cassette and played the heck out of it!

Spring Break 2013 (a mix)

Yes folks I'm back posting mixes!
this one is full of world music,and dance music,plus some cool jazz!

SPRING BREAK 2013

1. The world of Kakrabi Lobi - Kakrabi Lobi
2. Dance Hall Vibes - Black Uhuru
3. Samba Samba - BoPol Mansiamina
4. Me myself & I - Jive Jones
5. Shes a bad Mama Jama - Carl Caelton
6. Gonna make you sweat - C+ C music Factory
7. Lambada - Koama
8. Dark streets of London - The Pogues
9. Gimme no crack - Shinehead
10. Jam on it - Newcleus
11. Sure-as-not (full Whack Dub) - Afro Celt Sound System
12. Goombay Drum - The Percentie Brothers
13. Songs of the Griots - Lamine Konte
14. Groove Merchant - Kenny Berrell and the Jazz Heritage allstars
15. The Mooche - Duke Ellington and his Orchestra
16. Firewater - Gaia
17. The Lost Watch - Duke of Iron
18. Invisible Dub - Lee "Scratch"Perry
19. Big ten inch record - Bullmoose Jackson

Listen Here

Hi folks
Heres my new mix
Listen here

1. Rok with me - Peter tosh
2. Amigo - Anthony G
3. Listen Here - Gene Harris
4. St Ogredol - The Carribean Jazz Project
5. You'll be Mine(Party Time) - Gloria Estefan
6. Let's Jump Tonight - Chuck Willis
7. Tiger Rag - Louis Armstrong
8. Hey Ba-Ba-Re-Bop - Lionel Hampton
9. La Clave Maraca Y Guiro Chico Alvirez
10. Watermelon Man - Mongo Santamaria
11. Rumdrum - Tomas Einarsson
12. Mud Madness - # Canal
13. Summertime - Ray Barretto
14. Come on a my house - Rosemary Clooney
15. Batucada - Sergio Mendes & Brasill 66
16. Nora - Relator
17. Caldonia - Louis Jordan
18. Go Daddy O - Big Bad Voodoo Daddy
19. Cha Cha Cha - Tito Puente
20. All she wants to do is rock - Wynonie Harris
21. Don't Touch my Tempo - Arrow


I don't have the program where you can upload the photos for cover art anymore so I just cut pictures out of ald mags ,etc.Its kind of ols school but that's OK!

CD Review

Wow this is rarely heard world music Belgum,Russia,and India..neat stuff!
Bobby Darren has a similar laid back style of Frank Sinatra..I wonder if he lived longer would He and ol blue eyes be friends or rivals

C70 the music

The first mix for cruoising in my new car. 1. Rock sweet rock - Bob Marley & the Wailers 2. Boombaya - Boombaya 3. Coconut Girl - Brother Nolan 4. Ali's Here - Ali Farka Toure 5. Yellow Bird - Arthur Lyman Group 6. Rock me - Gregory Isaacs 7. Eh Congo - Janka Nabay 8. Mad Mad World - Judy Mowatt 9. Theme from Rick and Bob Report - Leo Kottke 10. Have a little faith - Michael Franti & Spearhead 11. Rumba Afrika - Music Ye Afrika 12. Sukanyali - Oumou Sangare 13. The Obvious Child - Paul Simon 14. Lessons of my life - Peter Tosh 15. One World(not three) - The Police 16. Live it up - The Predator Dub Assasins 17. Jingo(millenium remix 2000) - Santana 18. Reggae Dancer - Inner Circle 19. Reggae Fever - Steel Pulse 20. Nautical Wheelers - Jimmy Buffett Im listening to it as Im typing this up and pleased with the way it came out!

Fthoi

Its here my mix fans fthoi I couldnt come up with a fancy title fthoi it was.(for the hell..I mean heck of it) I wanted so bad to finished it fast but I wanted to wait till my oldies.com order came in.my patience was running out but my order came in yesterday. Lots of world and obscure tunes on here.I few very cool reggae tunes too. so here it is FTHOI 1. Lets get ready to Rumble - Michael Buffer 2. Batman Theme - Link Wray & his Wraymen 3. Hot Butter - Armand Van Helden 4. Swingue Do Sambo - Roge 5. Gaze - Sweetback 6. Ah, Sweet Dancer - Santana 7. That's all I want(from you) - Nina Simone 8. Aja - Steely Dan 9. In the light of a New day - Santana 10. We R in Control - Neil Young 11. Jordan River - Burning Spear 12. Music Keep on playing - Cornell Campbell 13. Promised Land - Majek Fashek 14. Unity is love - Billy Dice & The untouchables 15. Dixie Doodle - Link Wray & his Wraymen 16. My Valentine - Paul McCartney 17. Ces Petits Riens - Angelique Kidjo 18. Schaufensterpuppen - Kraftwerk 19. Macumba in Budapest - Santana 20. The inch worm - Paul McCartney If you want a copy please request one!

World music