In this episode of Rhythm Lab Radio, we featured new music from Black Rave Culture, serpentwithfeet, Thandi Ntuli, Elmiene, and H31R, among others.
Black Rave Culture, a collective from Washington, D.C., presented tracks from its latest project, “Black Rave Culture Vol 3.” The group, consisting of Amal, James Bangura, and Nativesun, continues to push boundaries with its unique sound, which captures the essence of its city’s vibrant electronic music scene.
Groundbreaking alternative R&B artist serpentwithfeet made an appearance with “Damn Gloves,” a single from his upcoming album “GRIP.” The track features collaborations with Ty Dolla $ign and South African artist Yanga YaYa, promising an exciting release when the full album drops on February 16th via Secretly Canadian.
South African jazz prodigy Thandi Ntuli showcased her talent with music from “Rainbow Revisited,” a collaboration with Carlos Ninos released on International Anthem. Ntuli’s unique blend of contemporary jazz, traditional South African influences, and modern urban sounds continues to captivate listeners worldwide.
Rising star Elmiene’s “Marking My Time” EP, released on Def Jam, was also featured. The EP includes collaborations with notable artists such as Jamie Woon, James Vincent McMorrow, and Syd from The Internet, as well as production work by Sampha. This release further cements Elmiene’s place as an artist to watch in the contemporary R&B scene.
Experimental electronic hip-hop duo H31R, comprising New Jersey producer/composer JWords and Brooklyn rapper/vocalist maassai, brought their innovative sound to the show with “Down Down Bb.” The track, featuring producer and rapper Quelle Chris, showcases the duo’s ability to push the boundaries of hip-hop and electronic music.
Playlist
HOUR 1
Thandi Ntuli with Carlos Niños – “Sunset (in California)”
Robohands – “Palms”
The Midnight Hour – “Phoenix (Theon Cross Remix)”
Elmiene – “Diane”
DJ Shadow – “Fleeting Youth (An Audible Life)”
María José Llergo – “Lo Que Siento”
Juniper, Sango & VHOOR – “Só Para Você”
Saint Levant – “From Gaza, With Love”
H31R – “Bown Down Bb” feat. Quelle Chris
Sampha – “Stereo Colour Cloud (Shaman’s Dream”
Soulection & Hagan – “Shockwave”
Skream – ‘Under The City Lights” feat. Sam Frank
Hudson Mohawke – “Overnight”
Elmiene – “Mad At Fire”
Trimbal- “Confidence Boost (Harmonimix)”
HOUR 2
Mark Pritchard – “Make A Livin’”
Black Rave Culture – “Crazy Legs”
Keys N Krates – “What Girls Do”
Sofia Kourtesis – “Estación Esperanza” feat. Manu Chao
serpentwithfeet – “Damn Gloves” feat. Ty Dolla $ign & Yanga YaYa
Black Rave Culture – “Amtrak”
George Riley – “Satisfy You”
Tyler ICU & Tumelo.za – “Mnike” feat. DJ Maphorisa, Nadipha808, Ceeka RSA & Tyron Deel
Suntizil – “Hip-Hop”
Iss 814 – “Noce”
DJ Shadow – “Witches Vs. Warlocks”
Jeshi – “Inside Out”
Timmy Thomas – “Why Can’t We Live Together”
Rene Costy and His Orchestra – “Scrabble”