DāM-FunK - Serious (Unreleased) [DWNLD]

Stones Throw's modern funk machine, DāM-FunK drops yet another unreleased gem via his Soundcloud titled, "Serious". This one features a nice progressive jazz twist reminiscent of some late Roy Ayers. Nothing like some upbeat jazz funk to vibe you through the day.

" This is just 1 that didn't make the forthcoming album. It's basically, my kinda' Jazz. Recorded in L.A. (without any samples, whatsoever. I sample.. 'my mind'. U may wanna think about trying it too). Peace & keep reachin'. "  - DāM-FunK

Listen and download "Serious" below!

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Baatin - Helleven (Prod. Waajeed) [Stream]

" Baatin was the eldest of my friends. Born Titus Prentice Glover, we met in the 3rd grade at Courville elementary. I knew then he was a different type of dude.
There was a wedding I went to with my family – needless to say the the star of the show was little Titus. Swagged out in an all white suit, dancing and entertaining the crowd. A true showman since a young buck.

Cee Lo Green - All Alone Now (Prod. Waajeed & Simon Katz)

" Exclusive! Never heard before Cee Lo X Waajeed collaboration. It was wriiten and demoed for the late, great Whitney Houston circa 2007. The A&Rs at RCA were calling every and anybody to find a sound for her 2009 release, "I Look To You". I worked on seven or eight different versions finally deciding on this one with co-production from Simon Katz from Jamiroquai. Lyrically, Cee Lo nailed it! At the time she was going though her very public separation with Bobby Brown. He wrote the words as if she was speaking directly to him. I wish I would’ve been able to hear her wonderful voice singing these words, but for now Cee-Lo will do. R.I.P. Whitney " - Waajeed (Jeedo)

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J Dilla - Crushin' (Original Version) (Prod. Waajeed) [Stream]

" Todays stream is of the original version of, “Crushin” produced by me. We have J Rocc to thank for this one. I was Djing with Houseshoes in San Fran with Fran Boogie and DJ Mr. E. We heard J Rocc was staying in the same hotel and went to holla at him. We were talking about Dilla rarities when he said that he liked that version of, “Crushin” I did. I was like what version!?! He played it and it split my melon! I did that beat for Dilla circa 2002 for his MCA project – I assumed he never used it when I didn’t hear anything. Turns out it was the original version that he later remixed himself for his then – newly founded label, Mummy Records. Exclusive! " - Waajeed (Jeedo)

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Slum Village - Tell Me (Prod. J Dilla) (Unreleased) [Stream]

NEW SLUM VILLAGE!!! This is one of the first tracks the legendary crew ever recored together and the beat was made before Jay Dee even had a drum machine! Just....wow. Listen and read the full story behind the record as told by Bling 47's Waajeed below.

" While some consider Dilla’s strong suit to be production, others look to his rhyming for inspiration. This early Slum Village track, “Tell Me What You Want” is a fine example of his ill penmanship. It was one of the first efforts as Baatin, T3 and Dilla came out of the Senepod crew name and became Slum Village. At the time Dilla didn’t even have a drum machine, so this beat was actually made using the “pause and record” tape method. It was never released. Enjoy " - Waajeed (Jeedo)

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Que D – Cash Flow (J Dilla Remix) (Unreleased) [Stream]

Bling 47 continues to supply us with exclusive unreleased goodies this time with an unreleased Dilla remix of Que D's single, "Cash Flow". Listen and read the full story as told by Waajeed below!

" Que D “Cash Flow (Remix)” I first got this cassette while hanging out in Dilla’s basement in Conant Gardens, Detroit. The original track was part of Dilla’s cousin – Que D’s first EP, Quite Delicious. Dilla did all of the beats and I did the photography/artwork for Que’s 6 track release that we put out ourselves in ‘96. There were remixes for every song that never saw the light of day till now. Check this one for “Cash Flow.” Enjoy " - Waajeed (Jeedo)

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Raphael Saadiq - They Don't Know You ft. Common & Ledisi (Prod. Steve Spacek) [Stream]

 " Back in 2004 Raphael Saadiq opened his studio doors to Spacek to produce an album for one of his sub labels, the album was supposed to be called "Pookie Blue Room" and features 10 songs produced by both Steve and Morgan (Spacek) with Raphael singing on all of them and featuring guest appearances by Common, Q-Tip, Ledisi, Steve Spacek and Sir Bentley (U know it was 2004 when u see Sir Bentley's name)....anyhow the album was never completed and therefore never released. As one of the executive producer's of this album i have been sitting on those tracks for years now...sharing my fav with you now " - Mathieu Schreyer

Let's hope this album see's the light of day soon!

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J Dilla & Steve Spacek - The Look (Unreleased) [Stream]

Most of you Dilla-heads will remember the two classic collaborations between Jay Dee and Steve Spacek with "Dollar" and "Eve". Well earlier this week another unreleased collaboration surfaced circa 2007 entitled "The Look". Rumours are it will be pressed up on a vinyl release featuring another unreleased joint single! In the meantime feast your ears on this unreleased gem below!

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Ray J - Let It Go (Unreleased J Dilla Remixes) [Stream]

I must've replayed both of these over a hundred times by now. Still can't decide which I like better. Read the full story behind both remix versions, as told by Waajeed, below. Also keep an eye on Bling 47 for more material throughout the month. Happy Dilla month!

J Dilla - Clap Your Hands (Unreleased Freestyle) [Stream]

It's not what he's saying, but how he said it....Jay Dee, along with Slum Village pioneered this hurky jerky style of rapping which flows so well. Check out more unreleased material at Bling 47. Happy Dilla month!

" I got this one on a cassette from T3 circa 1997. I’m not sure what it was for, or why Dilla had this on tape, but I thought it was hilarious. “Shut the F*ck Up and listen to this… this.” This kind of style was typical for our crew at this time – we were just finishing up the Fantastic Vol 1 album. It was never about what they said – but instead how they said it. We called it “R.A.W.” – Rugged And wild. And that is exactly what this one is – tape hiss and all. Enjoy " - Jeedo (Waajeed)

Flying Lotus - Candy Cainer (Unreleased)

After releasing Mister Murky Socks earlier this month, FlyLo continues to have some fun with his Soundcloud account by releasing another unreleased gem entitled Candy Cainer circa 2009. Video game vibes right here.

Previous: Flying Lotus - Mister Murky Socks [DWNLD]

Teebs - Hi-Hat (Unreleased Pop Remix 07) [DWNLD]

Multitalented artist, Teebs, took to his Soundcloud account a few days ago to let this unreleased gem circa 2007 loose entitled, Hi-Hat. The track is likely the score to the beautiful self made accompanying artwork. Grab it below!

Download: Teebs - Hi-Hat (Unreleased Pop Remix 07)

Previous: Teebs - Cook, Clean, Pay The Rent (New House Version) [DWNLD]

LL Cool J - Year Of The Hip Hop (Prod. K-Def) [Unreleased 1994]

A previously unreleased LL Cool J track, Year Of The Hip Hop, produced by K-Def was recently found behind the radiator at Marley Marl's House of Hits Studio and will be be put out on limited vinyl courtesy of Slice Of Spice. Listen to the old school flavour below.

" Back in 1994 K-Def was working on some beats out of the B Room in Marly Marl’s House Of Hits when LL Cool J walked in on his session and said “let’s make some tracks together”. Uncle L had always wanted to rhyme on a track using the famous ESG breakbeat ‘UFO’, so he had Def lay it down with some scratches and then went to town with the mic. Both thought they had a sure fire hit on their hands but unfortunately it was never used. " - Slice Of Spice

SSR-005: Year Of The Hip Hop (Vocal) - K-Def ft. LL Cool J by Slice-of-Spice

Buy: LL Cool J - Year Of The Hip Hop (Prod. K-Def) [Unreleased 1994]

3 Previously Unreleased Nirvana Tracks [Stream]

Breed (Smart Studios)

 

On A Plain (Boombox Recording)

Smells Like Teen Spirit (Live at the Paramount)

" As we bask in the glory that is the 20th anniversary of the explosion of the Seattle music scene into world wide consciousness (and the spawning of that dirty G-word…) Not only do we get to read a number of articles from outside sources commenting on the condition of our fair city in the post-post grunge era (I mean, we’ve graduated beyond post-grunge right?) We also get gifts from the bands we love and helped define an era of music too influential to need a label. 

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
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" 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.

Common - Follow Me (Unreleased) [DWNLD]

Some old, unreleased Common is always welcome at RVS!

"This new, previously unreleased track from Common was originally thought to be a leftover from the Like Water for Chocolate era, or around 1998-2000. But after several listens, it became clear that the reggae-tinged "Follow Me," which references former President George W. Bush and weapons of massive destruction, was likely recorded during the Be sessions, or 2003-05. Either way, new Common is still one hell of a treat, even with the unfinished feel of the track. Still, I could definitely hear this fitting in on Be, particularly because of the jazzy, horns-laden production." - Prefix Mag

Common – Follow Me by Hypetrak
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Lauryn Hill - Repercussions [DWNLD]

NEW LAURYN HILL TRACK!!!!!!!!! Many of us have been waiting for a new track from the legendary Ms. Lauryn Hill for years now and it is here! The track is called "Reprecussions", however at this time it is uncertain whether this track is previously unreleased or a newly made track, either way, it's unheard music and its GOOD! The beat has that classic Lauryn Hill feel while her beautiful soothing voice and lyrical advice makes for a very exciting possible comeback?


Download: Lauryn Hill - Repercussions

Also check out the most recent live performance footage of Lauryn Hill from earlier this year after a several year self imposed exile: