Blog Archives - Whiteboard Journal

Latest stories

01.05.13

Listen to Kelis New Track “Jerk Ribs”

To be perfectly honest, other than her radio hits (and the super-catchy "Baby I got your money" chorus on an ODB track) I am not too familiar with Kelis' discography. When I heard that she has a new album coming produced by TV On the Radio's Dave Sitek I started paying attention, and a preview of what's to come has been released in the form of a new single, "Jerk Ribs". The song features a tight production by Sitek, with a percussion and horn section that particularly stands out. Kelis' singing here very much reminds me of an 80s Michael Jackson without the James Brown-esque shouts - a subdued, smooth, but no less attention-grabbing performance. Needless to say, I dig it. The album will be released via Dave Sitek's label, Federal Prism. Listen to the track and download it below:

30.04.13

Resident Advisor: Real Scenes – New York

Following up on their excellent series on local dance-music scenes throughout the world (they've already done videos on Detroit, Johannesburg, Berlin, Paris and Bristol), are back with their latest installment on the New York City underground dance scene. Definitely worth a watch. "Not too long ago it looked like New York's glory days as a center for dance music had passed. As the birthplace of disco and hip-hop and the home of legendary nightclubs like the Paradise Garage, Limelight and Twilo, the city has long been part of the cultural fabric. But as the notoriously grimy city of the late 20th century transformed into the sleek and hyper-gentrified metropolis of today, its thriving underground lost its foothold."

26.04.13

Big Fun In The Big Town (1986)

For a Friday treat, here's a pretty dope and seminal hip-hop documentary, produced by Dutch television way back in 1986. It's a fun and sometimes eerie look on how the culture was back in the mid-1980s. Includes interviews and appearances by , , , and It also features lots and lots of gold chains, Kangols, beatboxing and hands waving in the air.

25.04.13

Daft Punk feat. Pharrell & Nile Rodgers – Get Lucky

In case you missed the severe hype, are about to release a new album entitled in May 2013. Luckily for us, they've released '' a single featuring and which you can view above. Needless to say, as most things are with Pharrell and Nile, it's pretty damned funky.

24.04.13

Negative Lovers – .38 Loves Me/Flooded Eye

Negative Lovers (formerly Denial) is a band quickly, if not already, getting attention of many independent music fans here in Indonesia. With a record that has been in the works for years now, it's great to finally see an official release from the group. What we have above is a music video featuring their song, Flooded Eye, which is released digitally via Picture in My Ear Records Bandcamp and (according to the description) and as a b-side to .38 Loves me. The music feels a lot less abrasive on record than their high-frequency drenched live performances. With the low-ends & melodies becoming more apparent, the details of their compositions that are often submerged under the wave of noise are now visible, revealing rather elaborate arrangements. A treat to the ear (and for the colorful video a treat to the eyes), be sure to give the group a listen and purchase their music via the link below.

23.04.13

BBC Documentary: Nile Rodgers The Hitmaker

You may have not heard of the guy, or recognise his face, but you'd most likely know his music, be it in the form of his supreme disco/funk/R&B band , or as a producer and arranger from people as varied as , or even . This recent BBC4 documentary delves into the career of the NYC based musician , from his funk and disco youth up to his hit-making powers as a producer in the 1980s. Featuring and many more. Another big shout-out to for the link.

Load More Articles

Watch

Backstage Life Bareng Grrrl Gang di Episode Kelima Vindy Ngapain?

Video

10.08.19

Backstage Life Bareng Grrrl Gang di Episode Kelima Vindy Ngapain?

Tahun ini Grrrl Gang mendapatkan kesempatan untuk menjadi salah satu line up di We The Fest 2019, dan Vindy diperbolehkan untuk mengikuti aktivitas mereka.