#29. The Psychedelic Cumbia Experience With Guest DJ King Steady Beat

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 talk with our guest about 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. 

#25. The New Year Eclectic Sounds Mix With Guest DJ Rodi

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, we 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.

#24. The Explosive Funky 45s & Latin Breaks Mix

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!

#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.

#13. Breaks Meet Eclectic Sounds With Guest Rudy De Anda

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.

#11. The Socially Conscious Mix: Songs With Powerful Messages

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.