DJ Mehdi - Loukoums (J Dilla Tribute Mix) [DWNLD]

The range and variety of different artists, regardless of genre and time period, that the late great J Dilla was able to inspire is still unbelievable to me. In 2006 DJ Mehdi paid homage to Jay Dee through this mix entitled Loukoums which was captivated by Dilla's Donuts. The mix was a limited release amongst friends. Earlier today, in light of Mehdi's tragic passing, Busy P decided it was time to share it with the world.

" Based on the DONUTS album concept, these are demos, out-takes and unreleased gems from various records I worked on before and during the making of LUCKY BOY, my next album. Stuff comes from MEGALOPOLIS, 113 DEGRES and SHEITAN soundtrack mainly, but some is older too. Hope you enjoy these rough mixes and un-polished sounds, as I pay hommage to 'one of the greatest minds to ever make beats,' Mr James Yancey, better known as JAY DEE, also know as DILLA. " - Mehdi, 2006

DJ MEHDI "Loukoums" by edbangerrecords
(Click the little black arrow in the player above to download)

Rest In Paradise DJ Medhi & J Dilla

DāM-FunK - Angel Reflections (DJ Mehdi Tribute) [DWNLD]

A very emotional, synth only tribute to the late great DJ Mehdi who tragically past yesterday by DāM-FunK.

 Angel Reflections - DāM-FunK (Unreleased / 1st time available 'Full length' version) by DâM-FunK
(Click the little black arrow in the player above to download)

" This 1 is dedicated 2nite 2 all who knew France's DJ Mehdi (R.I.P.) & 2 everyone who has lost a loved 1 within their lives. Peace. " - DāM-FunK

New DāM-FunK EP InnaFocusedDaze dropping soon.

Rest In Paradise: DJ Mehdi - I Am Somebody ft. Chromeo [Music Video]

Today is a very sad day as the music world mourns the loss of another truly gifted musician, the 34 year old DJ Mehdi. As a tribute, RVS would like to commemorate his legacy with one our favorite Medhi tracks, I Am Somebody featuring Chromeo circa 2006.

People Never Get The Flowers While They Can Still Smell Em'

You were somebody. 

RIP DJ Mehdi Favéris-Essadi

Arveene & Misk - Love and Lust EP [DWNLD]

Legendary Irish deejay Arveene has teamed up with Misk to create an absolute club banger in the form of the track Love and Lust. Between a heavy baseline and a wannabe wobble, the super sexy vocals make you bob your head to the beat. The EP has been dropped on Plant Music Records for a couple of days, but this EP is one of those that you have to buy. With fans ranging from Dj Medhi, Annie Mac to Mr. Oizo, the veterans are definitely directing you to a hit. Listen and download to freebies below!

Eli Escobar - Love Thing EP [DWNLD]

It's hard to believe that Eli Escobar made his debut in the New York music scene through a hardcore band back in the day. He used to rework small mixes and play them before the band's set and see the reactions on people's faces only to find out that this was the catalyst that propelled him into the music industry as a deejay. He started out as a hip hop beat maker and somehow wasn't getting enough recognition for it so he quickly moved to deejaying in the big clubs around the New York area. Success soon followed and the once hardcore band member was spinning house and dance music at some of the biggest clubs in New York.

His most recent work includes the Love Thing EP and the Love Thing EP Remixes that has blown the minds of the RVS crew. With Dj Medhi appearing on the remixes version of the EP, you can expect a banger of an EP. Teaming up with the sweet and sultry voice of Amanda Blank only helps with the already massive tracks to create an EP worth mentioning. It's hard to make a memorable dance album but with each try, Eli is only getting closer. As one of my favourite deejays of all time, we've grabbed some freebies of Eli's music to check out below! Go out and buy this EP because we did. Yes, it's that good.

Eli Escobar - Love Thing Part 2 (DJ Mehdi Remix)

Eli Escobar - Love Thing Part 3(Only You) (Feat. Amanda Blank)