Last November we boarded a train out of London, bound for a little town in The Peak District called Stoke-On-Trent. The goal? To meet Aaron Dolton, the man behind HUW - If you're just tuning in Aaron (and his brother Mike) have released several records on Ropeadope, all of which are in regular rotation at the office. Aaron showed us the new studios at Staffordshire University, an impressive setup of digital and analog for students to get the hands on of recording. We talked about the next HUW record, and now we are pleased to say it's cued up for release on July 7. Music From The Multiverse is a new step for HUW - with plenty of vocals and an array of interesting styles, all with a signature groove that is HUW. our fave is the first (earworm alert) track Already Home featuring Jube. Dig in right here, and while you're there step back and start with this track to get familar.
New Music | HUW
Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah | Diaspora
The second record in The Centennial Trilogy, Diaspora is set for release this Friday. The term diaspora is used here by Christian in the broadest sense possible. He is referring to the WORLD Diaspora – All peoples, oneness & love. While Ruler Rebel identifies who is speaking, Diaspora identifies the listener – WHO is being spoken to. Growing up in the Upper Ninth Ward of New Orleans, Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah was keenly aware that people of different histories and cultures were enduring the same experiences and challenges. Despite this commonality, they accepted the notion that they we’re not kin and therefore nemesis. Topical ideas like race, religious purview, sexual preference & perceived economic standing ultimately stunt the growth of community, which in turn stunts the growth of Cities and Municipalities, States and Provinces, Nations, and finally our world. A deliberate stretching of styles and genres speak to this fundamental issue and offers a path forward. A path to break down perceived barriers and work together to build a lasting future. Drop in here to listen and support.
Matt Cappy
If you're anywhere near East Philly you know the name Matt Cappy. if you've seen Jill Scott, Dave Chappelle's Block Party, The Mavericks - you've probably seen Matt Cappy. if you've heard Michael Jackson's Invincible, you've heard Matt Cappy. And that's just a few of the credits. We've known Matt for a minute in our hometown, and we are fortunate enough to hear that unique TONE drifting out of a local hang when he's home from the road. Now the world gets to hear Matt's debut album : CHURCH AND STATE is an epic beginning, with a diverse range of experience and style that tell the story of the man. Today marks the beginning - the preorder is up on Itunes with a smashing track featuring Chill Moody. Stay tuned, because the unveiling continues with appearances from Marsha Ambrosius, Stephen Costello, Steve Mckie, and many more.