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.
#28. We Got Jazz!
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!
#16. The Guest Takeover Mixtape with Nat Rock & Nicky Detroit
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 on 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.
#14. From Smooth Soul Jazz Covers To Funky Latin Covers
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.
#10. Hip Hop 101: Jazz, Breaks, Samples, +In Studio Beats With Guest Air1c
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!
#6. From jazz heaters to some funky breaks mix
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.