April 1, 2013 · 8:51 pm

Alma Tropicália – Irene (Dave Clayton Remix)


April has finally arrived, and maybe — just maybe, so has spring. Just the thought of warmer weather gets us in the mood for some good patio/rooftop party music, and today Alma Tropicália, DC’s Brazilian tropicália-tribute group, has stepped up to the plate with a fresh track certain to get things moving. Taken from their outstanding 2012 debut EP (if you haven’t already, pick it up today), “Irene” gets an energetic rework from Philly’s Dave Clayton (of Clayton & Fulcrum fame). Maintaining the forró-meets-psychedilc rock sensibilities of the original, the remix features a dynamic break-beat and some clever use of the original’s vocals resulting in a memorizing funky house number. Good vibes all around on this one –make it a part of your life today!

Preiview the tune below, and be sure to grab the free download here.

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March 27, 2013 · 1:38 pm

Introducing: The Good Thing


DC is a funk town. There’s just no denying it. Enter The Good Thing, a new local group set to make a huge splash in our rich scene. Combining elements of funk, rock, blues, and soul, this upstart group comprised of bassist/lead vocalist Kim Jade Fry (formerly of “Heir of the Dog”), Jon Modell (drummer for Fort Knox Five and Nappy Riddem), Greg Boyer (trombone for Chuck Brown Band and Prince’s band) and local sax virtuoso Elijah Balbed (The Funk Ark, Bohemian Caverns Orchestra), The Good Thing’s party-rocking pedigree cannot be denied. To hear what we’re talking about, check out their track “What Can I Do?” below. The tune is also available for free download at the link below the player.


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January 25, 2013 · 7:19 pm

UD Recommends: 01:31:13: Jon H Birthday Bash ft. DJ Vadim @ Tropicalia


Every now and again the party gods conspire to bring our fair city some pretty epic shows. Next Thursday, January 31st, is one such occassion as Fort Knox Recordings proudly delivers the legend that is DJ Vadim. That’s right folks, the globally respected musical innovator whose productions have dabbled in everything from hip-hop to reggae to dubstep to house to funk to grime to soul to you name it makes his long-awaited return to the District at U Street’s hottest new venue, Tropicalia. Add to that, Fort Knox Five will also be in the house funkin’ the world like they always do. And speaking of FK5, the night also happens to be Jon H’s birthday party! Yep, you best go ahead and circle the 31st on the calendar right now — this one’s going to be awesome. $10 advance tickets (highly recommended) are available here. RSVP on Facebook here. We’ll see you Thursday! Continue reading →

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January 24, 2013 · 6:40 pm

Terracotta Blue – Shine Again


This one almost slipped by us, but today we’re pleased to feature Shine Again, the latest project from DMV chillwave connoisseur Terracotta Blue. Per usual, contemplative soundscapes are the order of the day on this 10 track release – a fine showcase of all-things lush and ethereal. Preview Shine Again on the player below and grab the free download here. Also, be sure to keep an eye out for Terracotta Blue’s debut iTunes single, “Sapphire Lasers”, set to drop next month.

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January 19, 2013 · 1:03 am

Lyceum – SubDistrick 1 Year Runnin Warm-Up Mix 2


Another promotional mix for SubDistrick’s 1 Year Celebration surfaced earlier this week. This time it’s Lyceum rocking the deep, future-oriented drum & bass that he’s become synonymous with in our city. Forward-thinking selections, razor sharp mixing, and an emphasis on creating a truly vivid, cinematic soundscape await you on this hour long journey. Check out the mix below, and be sure to swing by SubDistrick at the 9:30 Club Backbar on Saturday for a proper dose of low-end fun.


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January 18, 2013 · 1:44 pm

Uptown XO – Flowers


DC Rapper Uptown XO back in action today as we present the latest video for his tune “Flowers”, an enticing warm-up for his upcoming album Colour de Grey. Showcasing the raw, emotive rhymes we’ve come to expect from the local artist, “Flowers” offers some earnest reflection on the many difficulties facing urban communities of contemporary society. Real, contemplative, and damn good — check the video above and pre-order the new album here.

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· 1:27 pm

UD Recommends: 01:20:13: Funk 4 Peace Ball @ U Street Music Hall


Unless you’ve been living under a rock (a really big, remote rock), you know that Monday is kind of a big day in the DC area. Naturally, the masters of holiday weekend extravaganzas, Fort Knox Recordings, take it to the next level with the Funk 4 Peace Ball on Sunday, January 20th, at U Street Music Hall. DJ Nu-Mark of Jurassic Five tops the bill with support from hometown heroes Fort Knox Five, Empresarios, All Good Funk Alliance, Nappy Riddem, Qdup Foundation, and Brothers Brau. DC Brau drink specials will be in full effect as well, so UHall is definitely the place to be on Sunday night. Grab your advance tickets here, this one’s gonna get rowdy! Continue reading →

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