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ON REPEAT 001: Willow Smith + Oceaán + Jessie Ware + Boiler Room + Jaden Smith //

On super heavy rotation right now...

LISTEN: Willow Smith | Female Energy (Freestyle) + 3 (EP) //

Still mesmerised by how at barely 14, this little lady is lightyears ahead of her time, and really enjoying the development of her musical journey. Last month she released this track (nicely quoting Jhene Aiko on the hook), and a few days later dropped a free EP, 3 which features her collab 9, with SZA...

LISTEN: Oceaán | Veritas //

The brilliant producer and vocalist from Manchester has been on a steady incline over the last 12 months and is yet it seems, to put a foot wrong - garnering more attention with every release. Veritas is the latest, and it sounds great in all it's Jai Paul-inspired glory. 

LISTEN: Jessie Ware | Kind Of...Sometimes...Maybe (J. Cole Remix) //

This is a vibe. The instrumental alone is masterful, add to that Jessie's harmonies and her vocal command; and you've got something special. Throw Cole into the mix, and it's a wrap. His flow is perfect for the production and of course his unashamed honesty makes it that much more pleasing. Taken from her Jessie's recently released sophomore album Tough Love.

WATCH + DOWNLOAD: Boiler Room | Jersey Club special //

Recently Boiler Room took it to Newark to party with some of the most influential in the rise of the Jersey Club music movement. It included the boy R3LL, Uniiqu3, DJ Finesse, Nadus and DJ Sliink.

There's a slice of Jersey, Philly or Baltimore club in every AAGM Radio show, and if you missed it, download K2RAH - I've Got The Power (all Jersey mix).

LISTEN: Jaden Smith | Prakuti (EP) //

Another 3-strong free EP from the Smith camp, this time from Jaden. I'm equally impressed by him as by his younger sister, and I think his flows get better with every upload. Produced by frequent collaborator Teo, Prakuti (meaning nature) is short but strong, and a very good look. 

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EVENT: Shakka Live (+ AAGM DJ Set) | 12th Nov //

We've had a quiet year where AAGM Live is concerned, but our passion for supporting the best emerging talent hasn't changed at all.

With that said, it's a pleasure to invite you all to Shakka's live show at Soup Kitchen (Manchester) on Wednesday 12th November, with AAGM fam K2RAH playing a DJ set to kick-off the show, and a performance from upcoming RnB 5-piece Mic Lowry.

We first introduced Manchester to Shakka in 2010 at our first AAGM Live (ohhh the memories) and then had to bring him back again the following year for him to kill it again. Since then the super-talented singer-songwriter and producer has been touring the world with Basement Jaxx and Rudimental, performed at Glastonbury, had two MOBO nominations, been playlisted on BBC Radio 1 and 1Xtra, clocked over a million video views on YouTube and featured on a top 10 single with Wretch 32. 

His new material is as honest and energetic as always, and his live show will bring you all of that and more. Buy tickets for the show, and tune into AAGM Radio from 7PM tonight (Friday 7th November) for your chance to win a pair. (Make sure you're following @allabtgoodmusic on Twitter for live updates on the competition).

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WATCH: Incisive | Mind Games (feat. Rukhsana Merrise) //

If there are two things that always apply to Incsive, it's quality and consistency. The talent bit of course goes without saying, and here we go with another example of all three things in play.

Mind Games has introduced me to a new vocalist; with a seemingly powerful yet not overpowering voice, and a rather unique tone; Rukhsana Merrise. 'Cisive continues to keep it fresh with a flow different from how we've heard him lay it down in the past, but still pin sharp, to bring his ever impressive wordplay to life.

The downbeat production is fitting to theme, and really captures the vibe of those moments when your mind runs away with you and you feel abit lost, have an element of self-doubt and even question whether the route you're taking through life is the right one. Job well done. 

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DOWNLOAD: KOF | Name In Blood (feat. Terri Walker) //

He's been M.I.A for a minute but now one of my favourite and freshest vocalists is back; and KOF means business with this one.

Following the incredible An Alternative Soul EP from last year, he spent time on tour, then locked himself in the studio and is now ready to reveal the first jam from this debut album The Beautiful Struggle.

Name In Blood is as powerful as it is soulful, with added conviction from the talented Miss Terri Walker and an epic horn, guitar and bass arrangement in the production. If you're feeling it, download it for £free.99 and listen out for the B-side Lights Go Down.

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WATCH: HONNE | Warm On A Cold Night //

Oh hai HONNE. I don't actually know too much about this producer-singer duo, but I do know that I'm slightly late to the party, and that this song makes for really beautiful music.

I guarantee you'll be singing this one all day, and it's out now if you want to leave it on repeat indefinitely.

Looking forward to hearing more from these guys.

@hellohonne | Facebook | SoundCloud

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DOWNLOAD: Bipolar Sunshine | Future (Part 1) (feat. Goldlink) //

The last 12-18 months have been a constant ascent for both these artists so to see them come together to create something of this quality, makes this track that little bit more special. It's a stone cold jam.

Both Bipolar Sunshine and Goldlink sound at the top of their game on this, the former comfortably owning that vocal range, and Goldlink - who's flow tends to lend itself well to less traditional hip hop and rap instrumentals.

The bounce on Future (Part 1) comes courtesy of the renowned Fraser T Smith (Adele, Quadron, Kimbra, Kano, Sam Smith, Maverick Sabre etc) and is available to download and play again and again for £free.99.

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DOWNLOAD: Sam Smith | I'm Not The Only One (feat. A$AP Rocky) //

I can't lie, I had pretty big preconceptions about this, and couldn't really imagine in what possible situation this rapper-singer combo could ever work. I was SO wrong. Soz.

We already know what an incredible talent Sam Smith, but it bares repeating. The voice, the emotion it's all there and this song is a continued testimony to what makes him a real asset to music right now.

Rocky actually sits so comfortably on this it's kinda scary. Brilliant.

Speaking of which, he did a spellbinding cover of Tracy Chapman - Fast Car in the Radio 1 Live Lounge recently...

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DOWNLOAD: Theophilus London | Tribe (feat. Jesse Boykins III) //

Earlier this year he dropped the second installment of the Lovers Holiday project, and now Theophilus is back with this funky-fresh number, featuring long time collaborator Jesse Boykins III, and electronic caribbean carnival-esque feels, courtesy of Brodinski and Club Cheval.

Tribe is taken from the forthcoming album Vibes which is said to be exec. produced by Kanye West, and is released on October 28th. Schweet.

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DOWNLOAD: AAGM Live DJ Set at LIMFestival //

A few weeks back AllAboutGoodMusic was invited to play on the Beat Club 'stage' at Liverpool Int'l Music Festival. That stage was actually a kitted-out, very dope caravan with perfect sound.

K2RAH held down the decks while AAGM Radio presenter Aaron, hosted the set which included live performances by Manchester's own Batz Inda Belfry and RIélle. You can hear parts of their performance on AAGM Radio Show 035.

Big up to Beat Club, and everyone that enjoyed our offering at LIMF, we had fun. You can download part of the set, and if you like pretend it's still festival season and that summer isn't over and that's it's not really getting dark at 7.30PM in the UK now.

AllAboutGoodMusic on SoundCloud | Beat Club

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LISTEN: Mary J. Blige | Right Now (prod. Disclosure) //

Who would've thought it? Who would've ever predicted that the 'queen of hip hop soul' would for her 13th studio album choose to collaborate with two brothers from a small town in Surrey that make electronic music? Hands up if you saw this one coming? Noone did. On paper it's perhaps the most off-key collab since Nelly & Tim McGraw, but that's whatever.

Following the Disclosure x MJB hook-up for the remix of F For You at the beginning of the year, then the Sam Smith x MJB hook-up on the beautiful re-version of Stay With Me, alongside Jimmy Napes, they've been working together on Mary's forthcoming album - The London Sessions.

Right Now is the first cut from their efforts and it's contains an element of Disclosure's signature with a nice adaption that allows Mary's R&B roots to ring through. The London Sessions is released in November and the Guardian have interviewed MJB about the process. MJB was also rumoured to have worked with Naughty Boy & Emeli Sande, so let's see what we get from that.

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WATCH: Jhené Aiko | Pressure + STREAM: Souled Out (Album) //

Arguably one of the most anticipated debut albums of the past few years, we finally have lift off, as the project in it's entirety reaches the interwebs (amazingly with no leaks). I'm about to hit play myself, so head over to iTunes for the stream, and I'll catch you on the other side.

in the meantime, Ms. Aiko has released the visuals for The Pressure, a track which has been online for the last couple months and chronicles the challenges of juggling a relationship, being a full-time parent and fulfilling commitments as an artist. Co-directed by regular collaborator Childish Gambino, it features a cameo from Jhené's daughter, with her momma looking as effortlessly flawless as always. Babe <3.

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LISTEN: Sam Sure | Hunger //

Earlier this year TCTS released the downbeat, super vibey You, with some super emo vocals from the man in the question; Sam Sure.

Hunger is the singer- songwriter's official debut release and is a beautifully sincere record, that once again effortlessly combines emotionally-saturated vocals with honest lyrics, over a bed of carefully layered synths and a gently pulsating rhythm that brings it all together nicely.

Forthcoming on the mighty Black Butter Records, Sam Sure is looking like one to watch, as his unique sound and 'way with words' might just be what sets him apart from the rest.

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DOWNLOAD: Abhi//Dijon | Abhi// Dijon EP //

So you're wondering... in the year 2014 - if you combined that classic sexy 90s R&B vocal, with some really eloquent word formations over progressive, future-facing instrumentals - what would it sound like?

Introducing Abhi Raju & Dijon Duenas, an duo from the US who have been quietly making strides in the underground for over a year now. Earlier this year they remixed / reworked Oceaan's already incredible Need U, to creating a brand spanking shiny new jam in it's own right, and most recently they produced what appears to be an official remix of MNEK's Every Little Word. Dope.

The four track self-titled EP can only be described as delightful, as the pair deliver R&B nostalgia with all the conviction of a classic 'future sounds' project in the making, and an honest and sincere journey through the ups and downs of love and relationships.

Get'chyours for £free.99 via Abhi & Dijon's SoundCloud. You're welcome.

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Come and work with us at AllAboutGoodMusic

(If you didn't already know) AllAboutGoodMusic is a multi-platform media company producing unique content for the internet, fm radio and (award-winning) live music events.

Our YouTube channel, AllAboutGoodMusic TV has been on hiatus and we’re ready to re-launch it with a variety of innovative, creative and engaging content. As well as in-house productions, we’ll be working on external commissions to create shorts, promos, music videos, event coverage etc.

If you’re a talented and experienced film and/or video producer we’d love you to hear from you. You’ll need to have:

proven experience managing productions from conception to completion (researching and assessing ideas, devising a budget and allocating resources, co-ordinating the activities of the creative team, organising production schedules, liaising with clients to ensure the project runs smoothly throughout)

experience of producing music content for the web and online platforms

good working relationships and a network of contacts within the music industry

creative flair and input on projects as well as being responsible for facilitating productions

Things that go without saying:

you’re professional, friendly and easy to work with

you’re proactive, hardworking and organised

you love music and have a passion for creative film-making

you know your way around the internet and all key social media platforms

This is a paid role, initially on a freelance basis, and located in London.

Email your CV and a link to your single favourite, most enjoyable. mindblowing or inspiring piece of visual content to Keturah - info(at)allaboutgoodmusic.co.uk

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DOWNLOAD: Soundpalette | The Underground //

Something blissful, enticing and soaked in chill vibes by way of FutureBeats Records and newcomer Soundpalette.

After doing abit of digging I've discovered that the 22 year old US producer has sampled/ chopped up the vocals from Ayanna's Numbers In Your Pocket (I'd never heard the artist or song before, but it's real nice), for which he gets instant kudos being that we already have more than our fair share from the usual RnB sample suspects in the future sounds world (Brandy, Aaliyah etc etc).

The Underground builds nicely and maintains the dreaminess throughout, making it an essential addition to the 'kick back, relax' playlist. Check out the other tracks Soundpalette has put out so far; definitely one to keep an ear on.

Download The Underground for £free.99 on SoundCloud via FutureBeats Records. 

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EVENT: AAGM @ Liverpool Int'l Music Festival | 23.08/14 //

On Saturday 23rd August we'll be over in Liverpool for their annual International Music Festival, playing some tunes and hosting live performances from Manchester's own Rielle & Batz Inda Belfry.

If you regularly listen to the AAGM Radio shows or read this blog then you know what kind of vibes we're bringing. The weather forecast ain't pretty but we don't mind, we'll still be going in.

Other notable acts to check out: Full Crate x Mar, Alizzz, Jus Now, Raleigh Ritchie, Jessie Boykins III & Kobi Onyame.

Find us on the Beat Club stage!

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DOWNLOAD: Monki | Monki & Friends EP 2 //

One for the future bass, house and grime heads. It's the second installation from rising DJ, label owner (Zoo Music) and broadcaster Monki. Recorded at Red Bull Studios London, the EP is a 6 track compilation of original music featuring collaborations from a handful of the UKs finest emerging producers and artists from across the various electronic scenes.

Favourite vibes: Joe Goddard x Kidnap Kid x Moko - Let Go

Murlo x Novelist - Flavour & One Only

Grab it for £free.99 via Red Bull.

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