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BASS ARCHAEOLOGY – Episode 12 “Purple Funk & Soulful Musicology” A Prince Tribute Special Welcome to Episode 12 of Bass Archaeology – a deep, funky, chunky, and soulful live-recorded journey through Prince's incredible catalog. This episode is a heartfelt tribute to the one and only Prince Rogers Nelson, the Purple One, the multi-instrumental genius, and one of the funkiest bass players to ever grace the stage. We dig deep into his rich vault and deliver a warm, groovy mix featuring: Controversy When Doves Cry 17 Days Sexy M.F. Chelsea Rodgers Musicology Breakdown The Love We Make Stand Up and B Strong One Day We Will All B Free Purple Rain …plus a few more hidden gems that showcase Prince's legendary bass lines, hypnotic grooves, and soul-stirring vocals. From raw early-80s funk to uplifting gospel-tinged ballads, this episode celebrates Prince's unmatched creativity, his deep pocket, and the warm, spiritual “hug” his music continues to give the world. Turn it up loud, let the bass breathe, and feel the purple energy wrap around you. This one's for the lovers of real funk, real soul, and real bass.
Episode 11 arrives like golden hour at a summer festival, sun dipping low, energy high, and the air alive with rhythm. Opening with the laid-back groove of Fat Freddy's Drop's Ernie, the scene is set: barefoot in the grass, sound systems humming, and a crowd slowly swaying as the day transitions into night. The vibe builds through the uplifting blues textures of Conditions Are Right, before rolling into the iconic balearic rework of The Man With The Red Face, a moment that feels like a live brass section echoing across a packed field. As the sun fades, Dexter Wansel's Sweetest Pain and Amy Winehouse's Cupid bring warmth and soul, like that perfect festival lull where everyone reconnects and resets. The groove intensifies as Bernard Wright's Haboglabotribin' injects pure bass funk energy crowds dancing, hands in the air before Jamiroquai's Little L lifts things into full on festival euphoria. The blend of soulful house in Darryl Debonnas - Just to Be With You and the heartfelt pull of Angie Stone's Miss You captures that magic of shared moments under open skies. As night fully takes hold, Eric B. & Rakim's Know The Ledge cuts through with raw, timeless energy like a late-night set pulling everyone closer to the speakers. Closing with Raye's Nightingale Lane, the episode winds down like the final moments of a perfect festival day, lights dimming, music fading, but the feeling lingering long after. A seamless journey through soul, jazz, house, and hip-hop, Episode 11 captures that festival magic where music, people, and atmosphere collide into something unforgettable.
Episode 10 of Bass Archaeology dives deep into one of the most important threads running through modern music culture — the journey of basslines across genres, decades and dancefloors. From roots reggae foundations to rave culture, from disco and soul to drum & bass rollers, this episode explores how a single low-end philosophy connects musical worlds that might otherwise seem miles apart. The journey begins in Jamaica with a towering roots reggae classic: Chase the Devil by Max Romeo and The Upsetters. Produced by the legendary Lee "Scratch" Perry, the track is a cornerstone of 1970s reggae mysticism, combining hypnotic basslines, spiritual lyricism and the unmistakable sonic space of Perry's Black Ark studio. Its famous line about putting on an “iron shirt” would echo across generations and genres, becoming one of the most sampled reggae vocals in electronic music history. That vocal energy leaps directly into rave culture with the Out of Space (Scott Forshaw & Greg Stainer Remix) by The Prodigy. Built around the sample from Max Romeo's reggae anthem, this track represents the early 90s explosion of UK rave where reggae sound system culture, breakbeats and electronic production collided in warehouses and fields across Britain. The remix keeps the spirit alive while injecting modern club power. From rave culture the episode shifts into one of the most recognisable basslines in pop history: Billie Jean by Michael Jackson. That iconic groove played by session legend Louis Johnson helped define the sound of the 1980s, proving that sometimes the simplest bassline can carry an entire song into immortality. The theme continues with a playful twist on the King of Pop legacy through Somebody's Watching Me, reimagined here in the club world by Boogie Hill Faders with Somebody's Thriller Is Watching Me. This mash-up style reinterpretation blends nostalgia, funk and dancefloor creativity a reminder of how DJs and producers constantly recycle musical DNA into new forms. House music then enters the archaeological dig through the infectious groove of The Rattlesnake & the Ant by Moodena, where disco basslines and modern house production meet in a playful, strutting dancefloor rhythm. The groove-led momentum continues with Everything by The Chocolate Fudge Band, a deep slice of soul-drenched funk that reminds listeners how the foundations of dance music were always built on musicianship. Next, the spotlight turns to the lush UK house and soul fusion of Real Love by Drizabone, presented here in the Casa Blanca Remix. This era of British club culture blurred the lines between soul, jazz-funk and house music, creating warm, vocal-driven grooves designed equally for radio and dancefloors. The soulful thread deepens with the legendary Chicago house anthem That's the Way Love Is by Ten City. With the powerhouse voice of Byron Stingily, the track captures the emotional core of house music where gospel energy, club culture and uplifting basslines combine into something spiritual. Modern underground house arrives with Romantica 2021 by Ruben Mandolini, a sleek and hypnotic groove that showcases how contemporary producers continue to reinterpret classic dancefloor energy using crisp production and rolling basslines. The tempo then lifts into melodic electronic territory with Lava by Sebastien Leger, where progressive house textures meet cinematic synth landscapes, proving that bass doesn't always have to shout, sometimes it simply flows beneath the surface guiding the rhythm forward. From there, the episode shifts gears into high-energy UK drum & bass with Amazing by Voltage and Shy FX. This track embodies the modern jungle revival, combining classic breakbeat heritage with heavyweight bass pressure built for massive sound systems. The sunshine vibes **DJ Marky bootleg. The Brazilian-influenced melody and rolling drum & bass with deep RNB undertones via sunshine andersons classic track The darker edges of drum & bass appear next with Situations (DLR Remix) by Atlantic Connection, where crisp drums and deep sub frequencies return the show to the underground club environment where bass music thrives. Finally, the journey closes with the Cookee Outro Band DNB Roller, bringing the episode full circle with a rolling bass groove that captures the essence of Bass Archaeology itself: digging through sounds, eras and rhythms to uncover the connective power of the low end. Episode 10 demonstrates that basslines are more than just musical accompaniment — they are the architects of groove, the engines of dancefloors and the invisible thread connecting reggae studios, Chicago warehouses, London raves and global club culture. From roots reggae prophecy to drum & bass futurism, this episode celebrates the endless evolution of bass.
Bass Archaeology – Episode 9: Hip-Hop Roots, Brass Grooves & Underground Bass Episode 9 of Bass Archaeology continues the journey through the records, rhythms and basslines that have shaped generations of music. This instalment moves fluidly between hip-hop foundations, alternative rock grooves, UK electronic culture and modern house music, all connected by the deep low-end pulse that sits at the heart of every great track. The episode opens with Cookee's Hip ‘Pop' Hop track, setting the tone with a playful nod to classic hip-hop rhythms and bass-led groove, blended with a pop twist that feels both nostalgic and fresh. From there the show moves into the socially conscious sound of A1 People with The Visit and God Loves Brixton, capturing the energy, identity and spirit of South London street culture, driven by gritty beats and powerful bass foundations. From there the show jumps into the explosive alternative hip-hop energy of Beastie Boys, pairing the sample-heavy funk groove of Root Down with the raw bass guitar-driven chaos of Sabotage. These two tracks remind us how hip-hop and rock collided in the 90s to create something loud, rebellious and unforgettable. The rock thread continues with Red Hot Chili Peppers, where the melodic textures of Desecration Smile and the emotional sweep of Wet Sand showcase the band's signature fusion of rock, funk and deep rhythmic movement, carried by the unmistakable bass playing of Flea, whose style has influenced generations of bass players. Electronic bass culture arrives next with the pioneering UK sound of Leftfield and the classic track Original, a cornerstone of 90s progressive house and dub-influenced dance music that helped define how bass could move a dancefloor as much as it moved a sound system. Hip-hop returns with one of the genre's most beloved jazz-infused moments as The Pharcyde deliver Passing Me By, a laid-back West Coast classic built on warm upright bass samples and soulful storytelling that perfectly captures the golden-era feel of thoughtful, groove-led hip-hop. The groove then shifts into something entirely different with the explosive brass-driven funk of Youngblood Brass Band and their high-energy anthem Brooklyn. Blending jazz tradition with hip-hop attitude, the track's powerful sousaphone bass lines create a huge, celebratory sound that builds into a brass-fuelled crescendo in the middle of the show. UK garage house takes the spotlight next with MJ Cole's Be Sincere (Wild Side Remix), a track that captures the silky swing and bass-heavy elegance that defined the early UK garage scene, where shuffled rhythms and warm sub-bass ruled late-night dancefloors. The episode then glides into late-night territory with the smooth Latin-infused house groove of Havana Jazz by Blanco K and T Markakis, bringing a sun-soaked, sophisticated club vibe that blends jazz chords, rolling basslines and hypnotic percussion. Finally, the journey closes with Cookee's House Groove Vocal Mix outro, bringing the show full circle with a warm, uplifting, dancefloor-ready finale filled with soulful vocals and deep house bass energy. Episode 9 once again proves that basslines are the thread connecting every era of music — from hip-hop blocks and rock stages to underground clubs and brass-filled streets. Whether played on electric bass, sampled from vinyl, blown through brass instruments or delivered through a club sound system, the low end remains the heartbeat of the music we love. And that heartbeat is exactly what Bass Archaeology is all about.
Episode 8 Synopsis This episode delivers a vibrant, eclectic mix that bridges classic rock, reggae, hip-hop, electronic/chillout vibes, and Britpop/indie energy, framed by a groovy bass-driven bookend. It opens and closes with Bass Arch Banda funky, bass-heavy ensemble providing a soulful gospel intro to set a rhythmic, uplifting tone, and an outro to bring it full circle with that deep pocket feel. The playlist flows through timeless anthems and remixes: Bob Marley - Jamming (MC Lyte remix): A reggae classic re-energized with MC Lyte's rap verses, blending Bob's laid-back "we're jammin'" spirit with hip-hop flair from the late '90s Chant Down Babylon era remix—pure crossover positivity. Morcheeba - Moog Island: Chill trip-hop from the '90s, with dreamy synths, mellow beats, and Skye Edwards' smooth vocals creating a hazy, island escape vibe. David Bowie - Starman / Space Oddity: Iconic glam/space rock double-header—Starman's hopeful alien contact riff and Space Oddity's haunting astronaut tale, showcasing Bowie's storytelling genius. Chuck Berry - Mean Old World: Raw, pioneering rock 'n' roll blues from the legend, full of twangy guitar and storytelling grit. Rolling Stones - Miss You: Disco-infused late-'70s Stones groove, with that unforgettable bassline and Mick's yearning delivery. Gomez - "Las Vegas Dealer" from Liquid Skin) - Psychedelic Britrock with multi-vocal harmonies, laid-back grooves, and quirky energy. Oasis - Supersonic / Champagne Supernova: Britpop firepower—Supersonic's raw, fast-paced swagger and Champagne Supernova's epic, swirling psychedelic closer. Radiohead - Bones: Intense, angular rock from The Bends, with Thom Yorke's raw vocals and driving guitars capturing existential edge. Faithless - Insomnia: Epic '90s dance anthem—hypnotic house/trance build, Maxi Jazz's spoken-word insomnia confession, and pounding beats. Circa92 - 808 State - Pacific State: A modern rework/cover of the 1989 chillout classic, keeping the iconic soprano sax melody, rolling bass, and tropical exotica feel (Circa92's version adds contemporary house energy). Young MC - Knowhow (Stanton Warriors remix): Late-'80s hip-hop party track ("Know How") flipped into a breakbeat/electronic banger by Stanton Warriors—funky samples meet club-ready drops. The episode wraps with the Bass Arch Band outro, echoing the gospel-tinged bass groove to leave listeners in a reflective, rhythmic close. Overall, it's a nostalgic yet fresh journey through eras and genres perfect for a late-night drive, chill session, or high-energy mix that celebrates basslines, remixes, and timeless hooks.
Bass Archaeology – Episode 7: From Blues Roots to Dancefloor Benedictions Dive into the evolutionary journey of the bassline in Episode 7 of *Bass Archaeology*, hosted by a passionate explorer of low-end history. This episode traces the bass's role as the heartbeat of music—from its raw, foundational grooves in blues through reggae's revolutionary pulse, Minneapolis funk's innovative flair, golden-age hip-hop's stark minimalism, soulful reinventions, and finally into the euphoric, unifying depths of house music. The bass here isn't just rhythm; it's a storyteller, an agitator, a cultural unifier, carrying messages of protest, celebration, seduction, and spirituality across decades and genres. The episode opens with raw, organic blues feel to ground listeners in the origins of groove, then builds chronologically and stylistically through reggae's political consciousness, 80s soul sophistication, hip-hop's head-nod authority, retro soul revivals, and modern deep house transcendence. Each track highlights the bass player's artistry—whether through walking lines, hypnotic one-drops, sampled elegance, or rolling house grooves—showing how the low frequencies have carried culture forward. Tracklist Bass Notes 1. **Cookee's Bass Arch Blues Band – Folli** A gritty, live-feel blues opener featuring walking bass lines with deliberate space and an organic, earthy tone. This raw roots performance reminds us that all groove begins with pure feel and human touch. 2. **Ella Fitzgerald – 3 Little Men** Classic swing-era jazz with upright bass driving the rhythm section through elegant walking patterns. A masterclass in mid-century restraint and swing groove. 3. **Delroy Wilson – Better Must Come (1971)** Recorded at Jamaica's legendary Studio One amid political tension. The heavy, hypnotic reggae bass—melodic yet deeply grounded—carries both the rhythm and the era's hopeful message of change. 4. **Toots and the Maytals – 54-46 That's My Number (1968)** One of reggae's most iconic basslines, played by **Jackie Jackson**. His minimal, locked-in approach anchors the one-drop groove, delivering pure Kingston bounce and infectious energy. 5. **Prince – Same Page, Different Book (2015)** From the *HITnRUN Phase One* era, this track channels Minneapolis funk through modern production. The punchy, syncopated bass—performed by **Tal Wilkenfeld**—is sparse yet deliberate, blending precision with Prince's signature flair. 6. **Keni Burke – Risin' to the Top (1982)** That legendary bassline—played by **Keni Burke** himself—glides with smooth, uplifting sophistication. A cornerstone of early 80s soul, endlessly sampled in hip-hop and R&B for its effortless groove. 7. **Eric B. & Rakim – Paid in Full (1987)** Golden-age hip-hop minimalism at its finest. The bassline (replayed from Dennis Edwards' "Don't Look Any Further") underpins Rakim's revolutionary flow with space, repetition, and undeniable head-nod authority. 8. **Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five – The Message (1982)** A landmark in hip-hop history. The stark, moody bassline—performed by **Doug Wimbish** (of Sugar Hill Records' house band)—reinforces the track's gritty street reportage and social commentary. 9. **Amy Winehouse – You Know I'm No Good (2006)** with a deep, dub-influenced bass tone (played by **Homer Steinweiss** or **Nick Movshon** in the Dap-Kings style) under Mark Ronson's retro soul production. Thick, moody, and instantly recognizable. 10. **Stevie Wonder – We Can Work It Out (1970)** Stevie's own clavinet and bass interplay transforms the Beatles classic into funk-driven magic. The low end is melodic yet rhythmically sharp and innovative. 11. **Sharon Redd – Can You Handle It (1980)** Early 80s club soul with an elastic, urgent disco bassline that pulses with NYC dancefloor drive and energy. 12. **Taste of Bitter Love (DiscoTech Remix)** The remix amplifies the original's gospel-disco roots, boosting the bass weight for contemporary dancefloors while preserving soulful uplift. 13. **Director's Cut – Love Hangover (Remix)** A house reimagining of the Diana Ross classic. The bass drops deeper and warmer, stretched out for immersive late-night club euphoria. 14. **Black Machine – How Gee (Remix) (1991)** Hip-house fusion with a bold, rubbery bassline that captures early 90s rave culture's high-energy crossover. 15. **Hot Natured feat. Ali Love – Benediction (2012)** A modern deep house anthem featuring a rolling bass groove paired with spiritual vocal energy—pure sunrise-set territory. 16. **Lovebirds – Want You In My Soul (2011)** Warm, looping house bass built for emotional connection. Soulful, hypnotic, and charged with intimacy—the ideal closing embrace. From blues walking lines to reggae rebellion, sampled soul sophistication to house music transcendence, this episode illuminates how the bassline has evolved as a vessel for culture. It lives in the low frequencies as protest, celebration, seduction, and spirituality—proving the bass isn't just support; it's the thread that binds generations and genres together. Tune in for a deep, groove-filled archaeology lesson that celebrates the unsung heroes of the bottom end.
**Bass Archaeology – Episode 6** is a journey through groove, restraint, soul and emotional depth, tracing how the bass guitar (and low-end in all its forms) shapes feeling across generations. This episode moves from deep-pocket funk to cinematic pop, from system culture sub-bass to melodic classic rock, always returning to one central idea: the bass is the emotional compass of the song. The foundation is laid with ***Aretha Franklin – Rock Steady***, powered by the impeccable **Chuck Rainey**. His syncopated, bubbling line doesn't just underpin the track, it drives it forward with swagger and precision. Rainey's feel is elastic yet locked, a masterclass in groove economy that sets the tone for the episode's emphasis on pocket and feel over flash. That dancefloor pulse carries into ***Sybil – Let Yourself Go***, where late-80s electronic disco soul production leans on rounded, supportive bass that keeps things buoyant and optimistic. It's smooth, club-ready low-end, less intricate, more about lift and flow. Then ***Galliano – Little Ghetto Boy*** deepens the conversation. Rooted in the UK acid jazz movement, the bass playing here is fluid and expressive, echoing jazz phrasing while holding down a streetwise groove. It feels conscious, grounded, socially aware. The mood shifts into atmosphere with ***Nightmares on Wax – Nights Interlude & Stars***. Here, the bass becomes textural & warm, enveloping, almost meditative. It's less about the line and more about the tone, acting as a cushion for late-night introspection. That low-frequency immersion continues through ***Layo & Bushwacka! – Deep South (Lazyboy Remix)*** and ***Buck Meets Dub Theory – Dub Theory Rework***, where bass is engineered as much as played. These tracks nod to reggae and dub lineage with sub-bass as physical presence, felt in the chest, creating space as much as rhythm. Modern soul re-enters with ***Olivia Dean – Loud***, where live bass adds intimacy and humanity beneath her vocal vulnerability of the voice and talent of now as a total constrast. Then comes a masterclass in groove minimalism: ***Luther Vandross – Never Too Much***, anchored by **Marcus Miller**. His crisp, articulate line is joyful and propulsive, a perfect example of how technical precision can still feel effortless and celebratory. ***SAULT – Masterpiece*** strips things back emotionally. The bass is understated but essential & grounding the track's affirming, almost spiritual tone. It's proof that sometimes the most powerful basslines are the ones that breathe and allow space. Vulnerability peaks with ***RAYE – I Know You're Hurting (Live, Montreux)***, The Amazing voice of a generation RAYE, where the bass reacts in real time, dynamic and sensitive. It underscores the fragility of the performanc, A live bass and melody as good as any emotional support system. The episode then widens into psychedelia with ***The Beatles – Strawberry Fields Forever***. **Paul McCartney's** melodic approach to bass playing is front and centre, inventive, exploratory, almost orchestral. His lines don't just sit in the background; they converse with the song's surreal textures. The scope widens further with Eagles – Hotel California (Live), where the bass locks into a steady, expansive rock foundation, supporting the drama of the performance. Finally, Fleetwood Mac – Dreams closes the episode with John McVie's restrained, hypnotic pulse — calm, spacious, timeless. Finally, ***Fleetwood Mac – Dreams*** closes the journey with the restrained brilliance of **John McVie**. His playing is steady, spacious, hypnotic — a reminder that feel, timing and note choice outweigh complexity. The bass doesn't shout; it reassures. Across Episode 6, the feeling that runs throughout is emotional grounding through the message of sound, Whether through funk precision, acid jazz fluidity, dub depth, soul warmth, or classic rock melody, the bass consistently acts as the anchor, the element that holds everything together while allowing the story to unfold above it. This episode is about, feeling, patience, tone, and truth. It's about listening beyond the surface and recognising that the real narrative often lives in the low end which drives the univererse forward with aplomb. See you on Episode 7. Cookee
Welcome to Episode 5 of Bass Archaeology – a deep dig into the DNA of modern bass culture dug on a pure vinyl show. This episode traces the lineage from early breakbeats and hip-hop foundations through funk, acid jazz, jungle, big beat and into soulful drum & bass and UK breakbeat. It's a journey across decades where the bassline isn't just support, it's the main storyteller. From iconic sampled breaks to live musicianship, from club anthems to headphone moments, this episode celebrates how bass connects genres, scenes and generations. Full Setlist – Episode 5 Bass Arch Band DNB Intro Incredible Bongo Band – Apache The Sugarhill Gang – Rapper's Delight Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five – Step Off Prince – Alphabet St. Jamiroquai – Soul Education (Live) Roni Size/Reprazent – Brown Paper Bag Alex Reece – Feel The Sunshine (DJ Pulse Remix Lenzman – Pictures of You (feat. DRS) Lenny Fontana – Spread Love (Nu:Tone Remix Adam Freeland – Supernatural Thing (feat. Alison David) Freestylers – Push Up (Plump DJs Remix) Fatboy Slim – First Down Sade – Is It a Crime Outro Track
*The BASS ARCHAEOLOGY Podcast EP4- OUT NOW** Welcome to the fourth instalment Hosted by Cookee of a series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation with a journey amongst my record collection. Ive spent Forty-eight years deep in the crates Digging through the grooves, uncovering the breaks From rock to reggae, house to jungle sounds Bass Archaeology, is what we've found Spinning the vinyl, playing the 4 strings, Every record tells a story, hear what history brings No limits, no borders, just the low-end truth Excavating Music from the fountain of my youth. **Featuring original music by the amazing artists below,** Cookees_BassArchBand - Deep in the Crates Bob Marley - Get up Stand Up / Rat Race Soul 2 Soul - Keep on Movin Roots Manuva - Juggle Tings Beastie Boys - Son of Neckbone / Get it together/ feat Q-Tip Naughty by Nature - Ghetto B/ Everythings Gonna be alright Massive Attack - unfinished sympathy wShara Nelson Reef - Weird Skunk Anansie - Charity RATM - Bombtrack Smashing Pumpkins - Disarm Nirvana - Come as you are The Kooks - Naive Outro
Welcome to the third installment Hosted by Cookee of a series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation via my record collection. This is not a dj Mix Episode 3 Cookees intro song Herbie Hancock - Rockit 1983 Short & Shortie - Naughty but Nice (Bushwacka! End004.1996) Sunkids - Rise Up feat Chance (Tony Humphries - 2000) Liquid People Y2k ReGroove - You used to Hold Me so Tight(feat Thelma Houston) Groove Armada - Chicago Daft Punk - Lose yourself to dance (Feat Pharrell/Nile Rogers Radiohead - High and Dry Brad - 20th Century Alice In Chains - Nutshell Aretha Franklin - Nite Life (Live) Buddy Guy & Junior Wells - How can a women treat a man so mean Pink Floyd - The Great Gig in the Sky Cookes outro song This is the latest podcast in the series. The Bass Archaeology Podcast will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle, from studio legends to underground innovators.
The BASS ARCHAEOLOGY Podcast EP2- OUT NOW Welcome to the second installment Hosted by Cookee of a long series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation. Ive spent Forty-eight years deep in the crates Digging through the grooves, uncovering the breaks From rock to reggae, house to jungle sounds Bass Archaeology, is what we've found Spinning the vinyl, playing the 4 strings Every record tells a story, hear what history brings No limits, no borders, just the low-end truth Excavating Music from the fountain of my youth. Featuring original music by the amazing artists below, top and tailed by Cookees_BassArchBand Cookees_BassArchBand - 48 Years Deep pt1 Miles Davis - So what - w/Paul Chambers Nina Simon - My Baby Just Cares - w/Jimmy Bond The Black Crowes - Non Fiction - w/Rich Robinson Pearl Jam - Jeremy (unplugged) - w/Jeff Ament RHCP - Tippa my Tongue - w/Flea The Doors - L.A. Woman - w/Jerry Scheff The Brand New Heavies - Highest High - w/Andrew Levy Jungle - Dominoes & Ive Been in Love - w/Josh Lloyd/Lydia Kitto Olivia Dean - A couple of minutes - w/Finn Zefferino-Birchall Chic - Everybody Dance - w/Bernard Edwards. Cookees_BassArchBand - 48 Years TripHopOutro This is the latest podcast in the series. The Bass Archaeology Podcast will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle, from studio legends to underground innovators.
The Bass Archaeology Podcast - Episode 1 - Hosted by Cookee BASS ARCHAEOLOGY EPISODE 1 - OUT NOW Welcome to the first installment of a long series exploring every dimension of bass culture, history, and innovation. From the iconic slap of Chic's “Good Times” to the deep rolling breaks of Breakbeat Era's “Ultra Obscene,” Volume 1 takes you on a journey through decades of bass mastery. **Ep1 - FEATURED TRACKS & ARTISTS:** We Chic - Good Times Massive Attack - Safe from Harm Jamiroquai - Runaway Guru - Loungin' (feat. Donald Byrd) Ezra Collective feat. Olivia Dean - No One's Watching Me Nuyorican Soul - Black Gold of the Sun (feat. Jocelyn Brown) Guru - Never No Time to Play (feat. Ronny Jordan & DC Lee) Dillinger - Cocaine In My Brain (G-Corporation Remix) Breakbeat Era - Ultra Obscene Break & Total Science - Blame You This is just the beginning. Bass Archaeology will cover all aspects of bass - from funk foundations to jungle warfare, from studio legends to underground innovators. #BassArchaeology #BassMusic #Chic #MassiveAttack #Jamiroquai #Guru #EzraCollective #NuyoricanSoul #ThieveryCorporation #BreakbeatEra #DrumAndBass #FunkMusic #HipHop #JazzFunk #MusicPodcast #BasslineCulture
DJ Cookee returns live on Back2LifeSessions for an exclusive online-only radio showcase on Mixlr. We're warming things up for the legendary House of Honey Christmas Party at Omeara on Saturday 29th November — and Cookee's digging deep into the archives… expect soulful rollers, underground house bass heat, and a few forgotten warehouse gems that never fail to lift the ceiling.
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11 years since we formed and created the B2LS community online like no other since. We got you all through lockdown with upto 18 separate show hosts! What amazing times we had. 19th March 2014 at EDR was the first show. It has spawned many great shows since. Thank you all for your ears and support down the years.
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A massive THANK YOU to everyone who tuned in to The Eclectic 'Chilli' Show last night! It was a full journey through my record collection—some new, some not so—but all played straight from vinyl for that pure, warm sound.
Basslines all the way through,Breaks into DNB
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Jazz Club Live Radio Performance. Artists such as Billie Holliday Dizzie Gillespie Julie London Ella Fitzgerald Louis Armstrong And many more.
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Breaks and DNB session with Curly Commander LIVE on air. Includes mic.
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For my wonderful Friend Zoe W on her 40th Jubilee event.
Tribal Tech Workout..Always live Mixing..No SyncVicars here. email back2lifesessions@gmail.com for bookings.
I first met Ferg and Mardi at Kimberley circa 2005 over a tea bag. instant love lasts 20 years... Was my pleasure to play and perform at Dickfest (40), Mardigras (50), MFA (50). Some huge beautiful events full of love and light.. Here is my live mix (minus the crowds whoops) Recorded live from the Empire Stage Sunday 7pm For Mardi at 60..Happy Birthday with love...Cookeeeee
Bass driven house beats with an upfront 2am vibe
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A very different show from the normal. Guitars and Drums and Rock Legends
CC show 22 Recorded Live July 2020
Show 11 of the lockdown sessions... Recorded Live Frirday 29th May Only on the back2lifesessions. THANKS FOR ALL THE FISH IN THE PAST 12WEEKS mixlr.com/back2lifesessions/showreel
covid lockdown sessions... Recorded Live Friday 29th May Only on the back2lifesessions. THANKS FOR ALL THE FISH IN THE PAST 12WEEKS mixlr.com/back2lifesessions/showreel
covid lockdown sessions... Recorded Live Friday 29th May Only on the back2lifesessions. THANKS FOR ALL THE FISH IN THE PAST 12WEEKS mixlr.com/back2lifesessions/showreel
Cookee - CoronaBassHouse. More bass, less than a virus
Cookee - CoronaBassHouse. More bass, less than a virus
Cookee - CoronaBassHouse. More bass, less than a virus
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