This week’s Listenin’ Booth includes music from Philadelphia’s own singer, songwriter, producer, and engineer Alexa Gold, off of her debut full-length album, “Superlooper Vol 1: Visions of Gold”. Plus four other essential tunes you should be listening to right now.
Visions of Gold – Alexa Gold
Acclaimed Philadelphia singer and songwriter, Alexa Gold releases her self-produced full-length debut album, “Superlooper Vol 1: Visions of Gold”. A colorful, playful concoction of jazzy beats and soulful chords interspersed with her own singing and various sound bits. Brilliant.
Little Orphan Boy – Brian Jackson
Known for his collaborations with Gil Scott-Heron in the 1970s, the sound of Brian Jackson’s Rhodes electric piano and flute accompaniments featured prominently in many of their compositions. “Little Orphan Boy” is pulled from his newly released “This is Brian Jackson” full length album.
Rayman Legends – Ghais Guevara
Philly underground rapper, Ghais Guevara releases his latest full-length offering, “There Will Be No Super-Slave”. 15 songs that delve into a wide array of topics including race and politics.
Oh (Broken Heart Emoji) – Beloved Sun
Beloved Sun is an experimental duo composed of musician Sol Galeano and poet Artist Named You. Explicitly exploring elements of hip hop, disco, dance, and traditional spoken word to create something sensual, tender, and sincere.
Peace, Love, Respect & Adoration – Stimulator Jones
Virginia’s Stimulator Jones is an instrumentalist and singer inspired by and recording 70s soul, R&B and disco sounds. “Peace, Love, Respect & Adoration” is taken from his latest album, “Round Spiritual Ring” that sees him exploring 70s rock and Psychedelia.