The All 45s Funktastic Voyage Mix!

It's been a while but Groovers & Shakers is back with episode thirty three, The All 45s Funktastic Voyage Mix! Feels good to be back in September 2021 after a brief hiatus and we hope all of you are doing well. For this funky and musically packed episode we have decided to change the format of the show and let the music do the talking. Adam45s opens up the show with a set of some funky heavyweight 45s, some of which will have you pressing the rewind button. Listen as Adam prepares for lift off and takes your ears on this funktastic voyage from one funky track to the next. Followed by Aldo who continues this funk excursion into the funkmosphere with more funky 45s. Listen as Aldo brings this funky travel to end with some breaks and samples to top off this funky packed episode. All this plus more on episode thirty three, The All 45s Funktastic Voyage Mix! Thank you for tuning in.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode 32, The Electronic Freestyle Mix With Special Guest DJ Abel. In this brand new show, we get a fresh freestyle mix that includes some dope mash ups by DJ Abel. So all you breakdancers, poppers, and pop lockers get ready to bust out those dance moves and check it out as the homie Abel blends from one electronic funky track to the next. You'll be sure to hear some dope juggling action and scratching as well. Afterwards, we discuss turntable repair and his transition from ableton to an mpc as he showcases some of his recent beats. All this plus more on episode 32, The Electronic Freestyle Mix With Special Guest DJ Abel.

Groovers & Shakers is back for the end of August with episode 31, The End of Summer Mixtape With Guest DJ Lito. In this brand new installment, we say peace to summer as we head in to September with some mixtape vibes reminiscent of a pool party or backyard BBQ. DJ Aldo opens up the show with some hip hop instrumentals and funky classics to start off. Kick back in your pool, backyard, or couch and enjoy the music as Aldo blends from one track to the next. Followed by the man of the hour, special guest DJ Lito who continues the End of Summer Mixtape vibes with some hip hop, funk, and jazzy tunes. Check it out! As DJ Lito gets down on the ones and twos for this End of Summer Mixtape. Afterwards, we briefly talk records and screen printing. All this plus more on episode 31.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode 30, The Extended Eclectic Sounds Mix With Guests Digndagutr & All Natural. In this episode we get a double dose of some eclectic sets that touch on soul, funk, psych, to even some very nice iconic hip hop samples. Adam45s kicks things off with an all 45 set of some crossover soul and funky joints. Followed by our guest, Digndagutr who continues the eclectic vibes with some soul, psych, and hip hop samples. Afterwards we chop it up with our guest and talk records and producing. In addition, the homie and previous guest, chicano artist All Natural stops by and we discuss what he's been up to. All this plus more on episode 30, The Extended Eclectic Sounds Mix With Guests Digndagutr & All Natural.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode 29, The Psychedelic Cumbia Experience With Special Guest DJ King Steady Beat. After taking last month off, we are back in full force with a brand spanking new hot episode! In our latest mixtape, DJ Aldo kicks things off with some psychedelic and modern cumbia sounds just in time for summer. Bust out those dance moves or kick back and listen as he blends from one funky cumbia track to the next. Followed by special guest, DJ King Steady Beat, who closes out the show with an all 45 set of some funky psychedelic cumbia gems. Afterwards, we discuss his record label, Steady Beat Recordings and his radio show, Pirate of the Caribbean. All this plus more on episode 29, The Psychedelic Cumbia Experience.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode 28, We Got Jazz! In our latest mixtape, we end the month of April with back to back blazin' jazz sets from G&S founders Adam45s and DJ Aldo. Adam opens up the show with some fresh curated jazz selections that touch on some jazz staples, as well as some dope Brazilian jazz sounds that will have you scratching your head. Followed by Aldo's set of traditional jazz and latin jazz cuts to keep the copacetic jazz vibe going on this sunny Sunday afternoon. Afterwards, we briefly talk jazz records and how we're keeping busy during this quarantine. All this plus more on episode 28, We Got Jazz!

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode 27, From Latin Soul To Lowrider Soul. In our latest mixtape, we slow it way down with some heavy soul daggers. Check it out, as Aldo opens up the show with a set of Latin soul gems. Known for bringing those Latin sounds to Groovers & Shakers, Aldo does it again with these fresh Latin soul selections. Followed by Adam45s set of souldies on this soulful episode of heaters. Adam45's does not hold back on this one as he plays soul dagger after dagger. Afterwards we discuss the corona virus situation and how its affected us. All this plus more on episode 27, From Latin Soul To Lowrider Soul. Enjoy and much love!

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode 26, The Funky Roller Skating Jams Mix With Guest DJ Kix. In our latest mixtape, Adam45s warms things up with an all 12 inch single mix of some electronic funky joints that'll be sure to get your bones jumping. Check it out as dungeon surgeon aka Adam45s smoothly blends from one funky track to the next to keep you moving and grooving. Followed by DJ Kix set of boogie and disco bangers to keep the funky vibe going. The Anaheim native continues this fantastic voyage into the funkmosphere as he transitions from one funky cut to the next. Afterwards, we sit down and have few words with the man of the hour, DJ Kix. All this plus more on episode 26. The Funky Roller Skating Jams Mix With Guest DJ Kix. Enjoy and much love!

Groovers & Shakers is back in 2020 with episode 25, The New Year Eclectic Sounds Mix With Guest DJ Rodi. In our latest mixtape, Aldo kicks things off in 2020 with a selection of 45s that touch on soul, funk, and a few Latin joints. Sticking to his roots, Aldo continues to incorporate his signature sound with a few more Latin gems on this one. Followed by DJ Rodi's all 45 set of soulful reggae, soul, and funk bangers. Known in the Long Beach DJ scene as one of the former founders of the Good Foot, all vinyl party, DJ Rodi treats us to a funky and soulful set of heaters from his own personal collection. Afterwards, wit sit down with DJ Rodi and discuss his days living in Japan and his experience hanging with funk and soul legend Clarence Reid. All this plus more on episode 25, The New Year Eclectic Sounds Mix With Guest DJ Rodi.

Groovers & Shakers is back to end 2019 with a funky bang, with episode 24 The Explosive Funky 45s & Latin Breaks Mix. In this episode, we get down to business and take it back to where it all began with DJ sets from G&S founders and residents Adams45s and Aldo. In our latest mixtape, Adam45s opens up the show by treating us to a funky set of 45s bangers that touch on some classics as well as some deeper cuts and worldly joints. Known for those steady hands when it comes to mixing, Adam45s continues to live up to the name as he smoothly blends from one funky 45 to the next. Followed by DJ Aldo's set of Latin funky breaks that touch on funk, boogaloo, and afro funk. When it comes to those Latin rhythms you know how Aldo gets down and this episode is no exception as he keeps it funky. Afterwards we sit down and recap 2019 and discuss our plans for new episodes in 2020. All this plus more on episode 24 The Explosive Funky 45s & Latin Breaks Mix. Enjoy and much love!

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #23 Special Two Year Anniversary Show With Guests DJ Jazzabella and Linda Nuves. It's been two years since G&S was first launched and we wanted to make sure we brought in some special guests to help us celebrate proper. In this episode, DJ Jazzabella opens up the show with an all 45 set of some really nice 90s hip hop and rnb gems as she mixes from one joint to the next. Perfect for this two year chillabration! Afterwards, we sit down with the Boyle Heights native and discuss her routine for practicing deejaying and her interest in collecting 45 re-edits. We continue the two year bonanza extravaganza bash with Linda Nuves, who closes it off with some Latin tropical heaters that touch on salsa, cumbia, and disco. Afterwards we sit down with the LA dj and talk about her family's prized possessions in her record collection and being a band member of both, el Sancha and Azucar LA. All this plus more on episode 23. Enjoy and much love!

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #22 The Soul Times Takeover - Oldies and Slow Burners on 45s. In our latest episode, we get treated to back to back 45 scorching sets of some oldies and sweet soul gems by the homies Leo and Pollo better known as Soul Times. DJ Leo opens up the show with some lowrider and soulful cuts on this beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon. Afterwards, we sit down with Leo and discuss the origins of Soul Times and how the Long Beach deejay scene has changed since he's lived here. Followed by Pollo who continues the souldies vibe with more 45 heaters that touch on doo wop and soul. Afterwards with sit down with the Long Beach native and discuss the artist behind the Soul Times flyers and his appreciation for collecting Latin soul covers. All this plus more on episode 22. Enjoy and much love!

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #21 Beats, Rhymes, and Hip Hop With Guest Emcee Zaire Black. In our latest episode, DJ Aldo opens up the show with an all underground hip hop mix that touches on some classics and heavy hitters, as well as some doubles juggling action. You'll be sure to keep your head nodding as Aldo blends and transitions from one joint to the next. Followed by the dungeon surgeon, aka Adam45s, live beat set. Adam kicks things off with some fresh instrumentals hot off the lab as he warms things up for our guest and emcee extraordinaire, Zaire Black, who drops some dope freestyles on the mic. Afterwards we sit down with the Long Beach emcee as he discusses and shares a few records he was featured on. All this plus more on episode 21. Enjoy and much love!

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #20 Ensalada Tropical With Guest DJ Costa - Boogaloo, Guaguanco, Mambo, Cha-Cha, Plus Much More! In our latest episode, things quickly heat up in the studio with an all Latin rhythms mix that touches on various sounds from the 60s boogaloo era. Our very own DJ Aldo kicks off the show with a set that spans across the decade and multiple genres such as guaguanco, descarga, and boogaloo just to name a few. Aldo opens up for our guest DJ Costa by warming things up as he smoothly blends and transitions from one Latin track to another. Followed by our friend and special guest of the hour, DJ Costa, who continues the 60s Latin rhythms vibe going. He's been our boy for quite some time now so it was only a matter of time before we got him on the show to drop an all Latin set. Afterwards, we sit down with DJ Costa and discuss his appreciation for this type of music and its recent revival in the past couple years. All this plus more on episode #20 Ensalada Tropical With Guest DJ Costa - Boogaloo, Guaguanco, Mambo, Cha-Cha, Plus Much More!

Groovers and Shakers is back with episode #19. A Tropical Bass Heavy Mix With Guests Ghetto Palm Sounds. In our latest episode, special guest, Dj Tiki Rumbero from the Ghetto Palm Sounds collective opens up the show by taking us on a Latin rhythms expedition that starts off with more traditional sounds such as cumbia and merengue as he works his way to more modern tropical bass sounds. Afterwards, we sit down with Tiki Rumbero and talk a little more about the origins of Ghetto Palm Sounds and current artists putting out tropical bass music. The bass gets turned up a couple levels more once our second guest and Ghetto Palm Sounds co-founder Cheebo kicks off his Latin electronic tropical set. Guaranteed to make you groove! That's right things start to bump and hit hard as Cheebo plays tropical bass joint after joint. After his set, we sit down and discuss his early days deejaying and his enjoyment for playing tropical bass music now. All this plus more on episode#19. A Tropical Bass Heavy Mix With Guests Ghetto Palm Sounds.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #18 The Eclectic Funky & Breaks Mix With Guest FunkyGhettoSoul. In our latest episode, DJ Aldo opens up the show with an all 45s set of funk and breaks to start off this funky little mix. Things quickly get funkier! Followed by a funky set of heaters by the homie and special guest DJ FunkyGhettoSoul. The Wilmington native blesses us with a funky dope set that touches on breaks, dialogue, and multiple doubles juggling action. Afterwards we sit down with FunkyGhettoSoul and discuss his early days deejaying, practicing for sets, and current funk record labels. All this plus more on episode #18 The Eclectic Funky & Breaks Mix With Guest FunkyGhettoSoul. Enjoy and much love!

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #17. The All-45s Sweet Soul Mix With Guest Parquero Soul. In our latest show we have back to back 45 scorching soul sets, that touch on sweet soul, northern soul, and funky soul. You'll be sure to hear some nice gems on this one. Our very own Adam45's opens up the show with a nice set of souldies on this sunny Sunday afternoon. Followed by the homie Parquero's set of killer soul cuts and slow burners. Afterwards, we sit down with the Echo Park veteran and discuss his early days collecting, soul music now, and his radio show. All this plus more on episode #17. The All-45s Sweet Soul Mix With Guest Parquero Soul. Enjoy and much love.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #16. The Guest Takeover Mixtape with Nat Rock & Nicky Detroit. In our latest show, we get blessed with not only one dope guest set but two dope guest sets, a Groovers & Shakers first. Local Chicano and graffiti artist Nat Rock opens up with a nice set of samples that touch on jazz, funk, and soul, amongst other sounds. You'll be sure to recognize some iconic samples from some of your favorite hip hop joints in this one. After, we sit down with Nat Rock and talk music, art, and culture. Followed by Nicky Detroit's set of Hip Hop, funk, and soul bangers. The veteran DJ rocks some nice doubles in this funky set. Afterwards, we sit down with the Michigan DJ and discuss memorable Hip Hop shows he's seen growing up, favorite drummers, and deejaying for crowds. All this plus more on episode #16. The Guest Takeover Mixtape with Nat Rock & Nicky Detroit. Enjoy and much love.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #15. The Funky Boogie Mix With Guest Omargod. In this episode, Adam45s kicks off the show with an all 12 inch single mix that touches on boogie, funk, and disco. You'll be sure to hear some breaks and samples on some of these classic extended cuts. Followed by DJ Omargod's set of funky and boogie heaters. With more than 20 plus years in the record and deejaying game , the Santa Ana native blesses with us with a nice boogie mix. You'll be sure to hear some rare gems, as Omargod blends and transitions from one track to another. Afterwards, we sit down and have a few words with our guest, Omargod. All this plus more on episode #15. The Funky Boogie Mix With Guest Omargod, Enjoy and much love!

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode #14. From Smooth Soul Jazz Covers to Funky Latin Covers. After taking December off, it feels good to be back in the new year. In this show, Adam45s opens up with a nice set of soul jazz covers to warm things up. It's refreshingly exciting to hear some beautiful soul jazz covers of some classic songs. You'll be sure to hear some recognizable samples in his set. Followed by DJ Aldo's set of funky latin covers of some famous tracks. Things quickly heat up in Aldo's set of latin rhythms. You'll hear some funky and unique latin interpretations of some American popular songs. All this plus more on episode #14. From Smooth Soul Jazz Covers to Funky Latin Covers.

Groovers & Shakers is back with special edition episode thirteen, Breaks Meet Eclectic Sounds With Guest Rudy De Anda. In our latest mixtape, DJ Aldo opens up the show with a vinyl set of breaks that touch on Latin, garage rock, and funk. You'll hear some funky breaks as well as some Latin fire, the DJ Aldo signature sound. Followed by an eclectic mix of records by recording artist and friend of the show Rudy De Anda. Plus for the very first time a Groovers & Shakers exclusive, a special in studio acoustic performance by the man of the hour. To top it off, we sit down with Rudy and discuss new music, records, and how his sound has progressed over time. All this plus more on episode thirteen, Breaks Meet Eclectic Sounds With Guest Rudy De Anda. Enjoy and much love.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode twelve, The Psyched Out and Garage Sounds Mix With Guest Dennis. In our latest mix, Adam45's opens up the show by taking us on a vintage psychedelic journey of groovy tracks. Hop on this yellow submarine as Adam blends and transitions these psyched out sounds. Followed by our very own friend Dennis' set of modern garage sounds. Born and bred in Long Beach, Dennis shares some home grown talent, some of the finest bands to currently come out of the LBC and he discusses how the city has progressed in the music scene over time. All this plus more on episode twelve, The Psyched Out and Garage Sounds Mix With Guest Dennis. Enjoy and much love.

Groovers & Shakers is back with episode eleven The Socially Conscious Mix - Songs With Powerful Messages. In our latest mixtape, we focus on music that speaks on social issues ranging from harsh living conditions to unity and love and everything in between. Although, most of the music is from years back, the messages they speak of are relevant today and will always be relevant as long as people are struggling or rejoicing. With that said, Aldo opens up the show with a nice set of Latin funky jams with sprinkled bits of dialogue throughout to get your third eye opened. Followed by Adam's all 45 set of socially fueled lyrical heaters. Adam45's does not hold back on this one as he smoothly blends and transitions these powerful songs. Groovers & Shakers is a show for anyone and everyone and we would like our music to reflect that in our mixes. So come along and join us on this musical journey of consciousness, show eleven. Enjoy and much love.

Groovers & Shakers is back with mix number ten, Hip Hop 101: Jazz, Breaks, Samples +In Studio Beats With Guest Air1c. In our latest mix, Adam45's opens up the show with a smooth blended set that consists of jazz and hip hop. Adam is known for bringing those clean mixes that take you on a musical journey as you hear one song into the next, episode ten is no exception, as he takes you from jazz chillers to some hip hop bangers. Followed by special guest producer Air1c. Originally from Detroit now residing in Long Beach, Air1c hooks us up with nice a set of breaks and samples he's previously used. Plus for the first time, a Groovers & Shakers exclusive, Air1c hops on the MPC for some dope in studio production playing some of his beats from 14 Karats as well as some new projects. Be sure to tune in, you don't want to miss Air1c on the MPC! All that plus more on Groovers & Shakers. Enjoy!

Groovers & Shakers is back with mix number nine, The Funk Express Extravaganza Bonanza: From Jazz Funk to Deep Funk. In our latest podcast, Aldo opens up the show with a nice mix of jazz funk classics, expect to hear some breaks and Latin boogaloo heaters to warm up the mix. Followed by a sizzling all funky 45 set by Adam. It was only a matter of time for Adam45s to live up to his name and you better believe it, the man delivers audible gems. Expect to hear some rare funky joints on this one. All that plus more on Groovers & Shakers. Enjoy!

Groovers & Shakers is back with mixtape number eight, Bon Voyage Worldly Tropical Sounds Mix, just in time for your summer needs. In this episode, we explore different genres of world music such as Brazilian, boogaloo, guaguanco, funk, salsa + many more, while mixing and blending records. Adam45s opens up the show with some nice Brazilian heaters followed by some nice groove and boogaloo to put you in that nice tropical comfort zone. When it comes to mixing gems nobody does it better than Adam45s, the wax slayer. Followed by Aldo's Latin set of sounds that touch on boogaloo, funk, and guaguanco, that salsa dura! When it comes to those Latin tropical vibes you know Aldo brings the fuego. So join us on this worldly sound trip where passports do not apply. All that plus much more on episode eight, Bon Voyage Worldly Tropical Sounds Mix. Enjoy!

Groovers & Shakers is back with mix number seven, Funky Soul Classics and Breaks Meet Hip Hop Sounds With Guest Julian. In this episode, Aldo starts off the show with a nice all 45s funky soul and breaks set to chillabrate Memorial Day weekend. Kick off your BBQ with some classic bangers and some funky breaks that will keep you grooving along this three day weekend. Followed by a Groovers & Shakers exclusive, a special hip hop guest set by Julian. Julian is a homie and part of our Groovers & Shakers extended family. In this episode, he laces us with side A of his concept mixtape and discusses the project further. We embrace concept mixes and that is why this an extra special show for us. And if you didn't think it could get any better well you should tune in because we end it with a very special second surprise from Adam45s that you do not want to miss. Eclectic as usual the Groovers & Shakers way.

Groovers & Shakers is back full force with episode number six From Jazz Heaters to Some Funky Breaks mix! Adam kicks off the show with some nice jazz staples to chill out to. You can be sure to hear some rare gems as well as some classics. Adam is known for bringing those clean and unique ways of blending tracks so you can expect nothing less from the man on this mix. Followed by Aldo's set of funky breaks, Latin rhythms, and funk that will make your body wanna move! You can expect to hear some fresh breaks and samples plus much more on episode six From Jazz Heaters to Some Funky Breaks mix! Eclectic as usual the Groovers & Shakers way.