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Sounds like:
Midland,
Machinedrum
By
Dylan Heneck
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Mar 17, 2014
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Jumping Back Slash consistently masters the art of melodies; his tracks blend together seamlessly. Having recently left South Africa for the UK, Jumping Back Slash has continued building his library of uniquely styled African-bass music. His most rec...
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2

Sounds like:
Zongo Junction,
Fela Kuti,
Ras_G
By
sweeney kovar
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Mar 13, 2014
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Alsarah and The Nubatones have crafted a powerful piece of music with their Silt album. With a retro sound and modern sensibilities, the group crafted music that is both politically rich and heavily musical. According to a release:"Entirely produced ...
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3

Sounds like:
Pogo,
Major Lazer,
Salva
By
Chaze Matakala
on
Mar 5, 2014
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French artist slash producer Débruit describes his musical vision as: "AFRO-BEAT SURREALIST // SPACESHIP EARTH SPINE FUNK // SUNNY SYNTHETIC GROOVES// SYNTH MAGIC //."Quite frankly, I couldn't designate more fitting adjectives to this groovy and othe...
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4

Sounds like:
Thievery Corporation,
Bibio
By
Jason Grishkoff
on
Feb 17, 2014
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Sometimes a bass-line absolutely speaks to you. Bonobo's latest song just so happens to present such an occasion.The original version of "Les LeBas" was released by French musician Henri Texier in 1977 on the album Varech. That makes it a pretty old ...
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5

Sounds like:
Nortec Collective,
Talking Heads,
By
Rhett Flowers
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Jan 28, 2014
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Ibibio Sound Machine, fronted by British/Nigerian singer Eno Williams, just dropped this awesome single from their upcoming album on London's Soundway Records."Let's Dance" combines the best elements of disco, funk, electronic, and African music. I'm...
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6

Sounds like:
Bonobo,
Oisima,
Flying Lotus,
How To Dress Well
By
Tobias Handke
on
Nov 1, 2013
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Adelaide producer Problems is back with another chilled electronic number just in time for the Aussie summer. Featuring the tranquil vocals of Shane Lock (who also lent his hushed tones to "Bruised"), "Alighted" is a gorgeous production of oriental-e...
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7

Sounds like:
Jose Gonzalez,
Kings of Convenience
By
Anu Rana
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Oct 15, 2013
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Swedish indie rock group Junip, formed by singer/songwriter Jose Gonzalez, pays tribute to the Brazilian musical legend Jorge Ben on their cover of "Oba, La Vem Ela." Influenced byJoão Gilberto, Jorge Ben is known for his fusion of samba, funk rock,...
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8

Sounds like:
M.I.A.,
Ellie Goulding,
Lorde
By
Chad L.A. Roberts
on
Oct 7, 2013
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Yunalis Mat Zara'ai, aka Yuna, is a Malaysian singer/songwriter who evokes upbeat and high-spirited emotions with her latest single "Rescue." Yuna reenforces a women's ingrained ability to be self-sufficient, and wraps the inspirational memo with sof...
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