DJ Johnnie Davis keeps it real Part 2

Check out part two of my interview with Jersey's own DJ Johnnie Davis. Davis talks memorable gigs, his contribution to the house music scene in Charlotte and what TV show he cannot stop watching!

New Mix: The LDub Experience Episode 14 Rejoice

Hello World! Hot off the press this mix is strictly for the dance floor so get ready to groove. No wall flowers here! It's time to celebrate our blessings and rejoice. Click here and let the experience begin!

Mix listing:
1. Praful-Says Kabir (Kareem Raihani remix)
2. Osunlade- Tarzan (Yoruba Soul mix)
3. Robbie Rivera-Feel This
4. Late Night Alumni- Finally Found (Max Vangeli remix)
5. Kaskade & Deadmau5- I remember (Caspa remix)
6. Domu- Taking flight
7. Atjazz- Strike
Enjoy!

DJ Johnnie Davis keeps it real

Charlotte House Music Examiner (CHME) Interview with DJ Johnnie Davis Part 1

Check out my recent interview with one of Charlotte's most talented house DJ's Johnnie Davis. Davis had a lot to say about the Charlotte house music scene, his role in it, and hopes for the future of house music in the U.S. This is a two part article part 2 coming soon! Click the article's title or here to read more.

Bill Maher's new rule on House music

Over the past few years house music has unjustly received a bad rap. We could create a laundry list of stereo types, assumptions, and negative comments most of which comes from people who've never given the music a chance or believe what others have told them. The newest example of such unfounded criticism aired April 30th when HBO's Bill Maher gave his "new rule" on house music.

Now, I like Bill Maher his show is funny at times and presents an interesting view of current events. I just wish he'd reconsider his stance on house music and learn to groove with the rest of us. I also think he's been listening to techno and confusing the two (in that case I don't blame him) lol.

Check out the video and share your thoughts.

 

The LDub Experience Episode 13: Let's Ride

Hello World! Lucky #13 is here! This is the kind of mix you groove to take a ride to. Tracks by Thievery Corporation, Lisa Shaw, The Rurals and more!

Thanks for your continued support of The LDub Experience and my blog, itsgoldenlady.blogspot.com if you haven't seen it, check it out and join the fun! This mix is dedicated to one of my favorite MC's Guru (Keith Elam). Gone too soon but never forgotten. Click the post title to listen...let's ride!

King Britt in Charlotte

King Britt celebrates the release of his new ablum Intricate Beauty (out 4/20) in Charlotte this Saturday! Intricate Beauty is Britt's final conventional dance album but not to fear Britt is only gearing up to bring us music we've never heard before. Click the post's title above to get the details on his rare but exciting Charlotte appearence.

My favorite things: Musicianship

In the age of Auto Tunes and 808 machines it's refreshing to see house music producers keeping the tradition of musicianship alive. Now don't get me wrong I know house/dance music is also created electronically hence its title "electronic music" but house music's roots run deep in live instrumentation.

A recent example is Micky More's remix of the Angela Johnson track “Better“. More's version which dropped December 2009 exclusively on iTunes is a nicely done 123 bpm house version, with live instruments.

Watching this video is cool on so many levels. We get a glimpse into music production and are reminded that no matter what new machine or device is created nothing beats music created my people. It definately puts the soul in soulful house music and that's why it's one of my favorite things.


 
Check out the orginal version by Angela Johnson.
 

DJ Kneeka: The first lady of Charlotte house music

James Brown may have professed it’s a man’s world in his classic tune, but Nicole Williams aka DJ Kneeka turns that theory upside down every time she steps behind the DJ booth and does her thing. DJ Kneeka is cool, down to earth and an amazing DJ. Hard to believe she's be at it less than 5 years! Click the article title to check out my recent chat with her and find out for your self.

My Favorite Things: Moods Music

Moods Music initially established its name through the making of music compilations, but because of the increasing demand for good music, Moods has evolved into the very popular, one stop shop music store.

Located in the heart of Little Five Points in Atlanta, GA you will find Moods Music housed in an eclectic fusion of creative cubbyholes located in The Bazaar.

Visit the Moods Music website and you'll gain access to a variety of genres including: jazz, soul, house, latin, hip hip, afrobeat and reggae. Many people complain about the lack of variety/substance in music today, the music is out there and can be found at Moods.

What's also cool about the site is their top 10 list each week. Check out the top sales for the week ending 3/26 below.

MM is keeping great music a live and that's why it's one of my favorite things.

Moods Music Top Ten Sales Week Ending 3/26/10
1. Madlib - Medicine Show No. 3
2. Res - Black Girls Rock
3. Sade - Soldier Of Love
4. Silhouette Brown - Two
5. Jose James - Blackmagic
6. Sun Circle - Reborn
7. Eric Lau - Kilawatt V2
8. Sadat X - Wild Cowboys II
9. Lisa Shaw - Free
10. Joy Jones - Godchild

Moods Music
1131 Euclid Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30307-1925

(404) 589-9379

The LDub Experience Ep 12: Wake Up Call

Hello World! I'm bringing you another massive jungle/dnb mix for Episode 12: Wake Up Call. Groove with tracks from Blame, 4Hero, Seba, and LTJ Bukem. This is definately one of my favorite episodes hope you enjoy it as well. Click here to get your Wake Up Call.

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