SOUNDTRACK SOUL

For SOUNDTRACK SOUL Episode 16, London-based hip-hop producer and selector JONNY CUBA digs super deep into his massive collection for a nonstop 45 minute set of dope soundtrack sounds from soundtrack greats Dave Grusin, Gil Melle, Stu Gardner, Piero Piccioni, JJ Johnson and more... Jonny Cuba made two LP's for NINJATUNE in their golden age before going on to found international Hip Hop crew Soundsci. As a producer he has recorded a shelf full of records, including music for the legendary UK sound Libraries: KPM, Boosey & Hawkes and Bruton. Jonny's most recent project is 'Other Mirror', a live band encompassing all the influences of a lifetime's digging. Check out his original podcast series “JONNY CUBA & FRIENDS,” on jasoncharles.net Podcast Network and wherever you get your podcasts, featuring exclusive themed DJ sets from his uber-talented crew of fellow UK producers and top selectors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SOUNDTRACK SOUL Episode 15 features the first ever official soundtrack mix from the phenomenal NYC-based top producer and selector DJ SPINNA!!!! This exclusive sixty-minute action-packed set features two dozen rare and classic blaxploitation soundtrack vibes from Weldon Irvine, Marvin Gaye, The Blackbyrds, Curtis Mayfield, Edwin Starr, Willie Hutch, Roy Ayers, Joe Simon, Johnny Pate, the Bar-Kays and more. DJ Spinna is something of an anomaly in music. A humbling example of what it takes to truly succeed within the framework of multiple fields. With a steadfast work ethic, an obsessively extensive vinyl library and the willingness to pursue the full extents of his roots (Funk, Soul R&B and Jazz), foundation (Hip-Hop) and future (Electronic/Dance music) without any restraints It's true that there are other like-minded DJ/Producers in the world comparable to DJ Spinna, but for the most part, they choose a genre and master it. Ask them to flip another variety with the same intense knowledge and sleek-savvy and you'll be hard pressed to find someone that can do it to Spinna's extent.  We are thrilled to have the first ever official soundtrack mix from the mega-talented worldwide superstar selector. For more information about DJ SPINNA check out www.djspinna.com and follow him on Instagram @djspinna   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SOUNDTRACK SOUL Episode 14 features an exclusive "Masters of Italian Horror" mix by special guest DJ ALFONSO of LA's Rendezvous film/dj collective.This spectacular 45-minute mix features 14 soulful and groovy sounds from some of the most iconic composers in the genre from the last sixty years, including soundtrack masters like Morricone, Alessandroni, Goblin, Orlandi, Cipriani and Fabio Frizzi, taken from horror classics by Dario Argento, Onetti, Lanfranchi and more... See the setlist on the SOUNDTRACK SOUL page on jasoncharles.net DJ ALFONSO is a DJ, promoter, podcaster, and most importantly, a FAN of late '60s through early '80s exploitation films, soundtracks, library music, and odd bits of sound. He is also the founder of the Los Angeles based DJ collective, RENDEZVOUS!  The RENDEZVOUS! DJs run a monthly event that screens exploitation films and hosts guest DJs from around the world who specialize in soundtrack and library music. More information can be found at www.rendezvousLA.net and follow them @rendezvous_la on Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SOUNDTRACK SOUL Episode 13 features an exclusive set of all Bollywood grooves from DJ REKAH! Yes indeed, the international badass of bhangra and one of NYC's top selectors, DJ Rekha, has created an exclusive mesmerizing mix of over thirty funky and groove-oriented Bollywood soundtrack sounds, featuring some fine ragga rhythms and bhangra beats from recent and classic Bollywood film soundtracks. DJ REKHA is one of the hardest working DJs in the business, a true superstar selector and awesome personality.  Rekha, also known for the world-renowned and long pioneering bhangra and bollywood-meets-electronic music party Basement Bhangra in NYC, is the recipient of numerous community and activist awards, a Drama-Desk nomination for “Bridge and Tunnel,” an in-demand remixer and producer, event creator and even performing at the White House (for Obama of course…) Check out Rekha's weekly #podcast “Bhangra and Beyond” on www.btrtoday.com and wherever podcasts are available…and go to www.djrekha.com or follow @djrekha on Instagram for more information, latest news and events. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SOUNDRACK SOUL Episode 12 "Sampled Soundtracks" features an exclusive 60-minute mix of heavy source tracks for some of the finest hip-hop samples ever created from DJ/Producer/Label Owner SIMON S of Futuristica Music UK.  As a massive fan of creative and innovative sampling from the classic era of 90s hip-hop, master DJ selector and label owner SIMON S pieces together some of his favourite original source material used in countless classics, plus a few rare and unusual gems from the furthest reaches of his vinyl shelves. So much beautiful music from so many incredible soundtracks to condense into one hour but hopefully you'll be reminded of when you first heard the original piece or the classic hip-hop track which made such good use of the dusty nugget.  Featuring epic tracks from Marvin Gaye, Piero Piccioni, Lalo Schifrin, James Brown, Isaac Hayes, The Cyrkle, JJ Johnson and more. For more information about Simon S and Futuristica Music, "Music 4 Alternative Souls," check out www.futuristicamusic.bandcamp.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SOUNDTRACK SOUL Episode 11 features special guest, musician/filmmaker/dj SCOTT JOHANSSON's “Mo' Better Scores,” an exclusive sixty minute mix of all African-American soundtrack composers.  From sixties classics and Spike Lee films, to blaxploitation and more recent Marvel TV shows, this tribute includes tracks from some heavy hitters (Herbie Hancock, “Q,” Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, et.al) as well as up-and coming talent, and a few deep cuts and surprises thrown in for good measure.  Based in Birmingham UK, Scott is a longtime visual artist with the cult band Pram (Domino Records) and is also a super talented composer and musician himself, creating live soundtracks for The Mask (1961), La Jetee (1962) and UNARIUS: The Arrival (1979), among others.  He is co-owner of the Ondes Positives record label, putting out obscure early electronic soundtracks in lavish vinyl and tape editions.  For more information about Scott check him out on Twitter @ScottJohannsson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SOUNDTRACK SOUL Episode 6, The Chase Part 1, features DJ Devon E. Levins' exclusive action-packed '60s, '70s and '80s soul and funk sounds from chase scenes, car chases, boat races and other dynamic action tracks jams from TV and film - 26 cues from legendary composers Lalo Schifrin, Ennio Morricone, Willie Hutch, Don Ellis, Curtis Mayfield, Francis Lai, Giorgio Moroder and many more! Devon E. Levins' long-running soundtrack show "Morricone Island" can be heard live every Tuesday at 7pm on WFMU in the NY/NJ area and anytime on WFMU.ORG.  His band Morricone Youth has been creating original scores and live score production for classic soundtracks for over 20 years.  Check out www.morriconeyouth.com for more information and merch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SOUNDTRACK SOUL Episode 7, The Chase Part 2, features MORE funk, soul and action-packed sounds from chase scenes, car chases, boat races and other dynamic tracks from TV and film - 26 cues from legendary composers Ennio Morricone, Dave Grusin, Keith Mansfield, David Shire, Barry de Vorzon and more! Devon E. Levins' long-running soundtrack show "Morricone Island" can be heard live every Tuesday at 7pm on WFMU in the NY/NJ area and anytime on WFMU.ORG.  His band Morricone Youth has been creating original scores and live score production for classic soundtracks for over 20 years.  Check out www.morriconeyouth.com for more information, updates on upcoming shows, and merch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 8 of SOUNDTRACK SOUL features an exclusive dj session selected & mixed by special guest DJ and mega talented international recording artiste URSULA 1000!!!  60+ minutes of soundtrack favorites from the collection of DJ and phenomenal producer URSULA 1000, featuring deep OST joints from legendary composers and musicians John Barry, Henry Mancini, Quincy Jones, Andre Previn, Burt Bacharach and much much more!  For more information about URSULA 1000 go to www.ursula1000.com and follow him on Instagram @ursula1000 Get URSULA 1000's brand new album “ESOTERIQUE” NOW on all formats AND special limited edition 2xLP colored vinyl, available at Fat Beats See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SOUNDTRACK SOUL Episode 9 features a 45 minute exclusive mix from Porto, Portugal-based DJ and soundtrack collector Martin Domingues of @cinema_sounds_cool the Instagram page that showcases daily posts of original jazz, soul and funk on the screen. This mix features iconic and cult '50s and '60s jazzy, soulful and funky television themes, featuring Henry Mancini, Lalo Shifrin, Pete Rugolo, Nelson Riddle and more. From worldwide hit soundtracks to rare and hard-to-find tv and film vinyl, check out @cinema_sounds_cool for more information.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 10 of SOUNDTRACK SOUL features an exclusive "library music" mix from DJ Jonny Trunk, one of the world's foremost authorities, collectors, authors and bon vivants in the world of soundtrack music.  Jonny hosts the long-running OST program on Resonance FM in London, and his prestigious Trunk Records label releases rare and important soundtrack reissues and collections.  For this episode Jonny creates a beautiful mix of classic and rare library music, originally created specifically for film and television use by the finest composers and musicians in the business, including Piero Umiliani, Lee Konitz, Brian Eno, the KPM Library archive and more. For more information about JONNY TRUNK go to www.trunkrecords.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.