This week’s Listenin’ Booth includes music from the late, legendary and iconic Nina Simone off of a new album that includes avante-grade remixes of Simone’s greatest hits, plus four other essential tunes you should be listening to right now.
Be My Husband – Hot Chip Remix – Nina Simone
The new album, Feeling Good”, gathers the most iconic songs recorded throughout Nina Simone’s career and includes seven remixes by some of the hottest, in-demand international DJs.
Veteran Philly-based rapper and producer, Hezekiah releases “House Party”, an super infectious 70s inspired party track peppered with some engaging wordplay.
“Fortunate” is a brand new hypnotic, futuristic house single from New York City-based electronic DJ and Producer, JWords.
Come As You Are ft. Jean Carne – Jazz Is Dead
Adrian Younge and Ali Shaheed Muhammed essentially make up Jazz Is Dead. They produce incredibly compelling soul, rhythm and blues and jazz-influenced music… Often collaborating with music icons, mainly from the 70s, to contribute.
Never Coming Back – Dave Clarke Remix – Anika
British and German artist and political journalist, Anika made an album called “Changes” around a decade ago. It was a bit avant-garde, a bit dubby, and a bit post-punk. This month, the remix album has surfaced with some current and acclaimed DJ and producer talent giving it a more electronic sound.