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 Soul 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.
#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.
#15. The Funky Boogie Mix With Guest Omargod
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!
#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.
#12. The Psyched Out & Garage Sounds Mix With Guest Dennis
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.
#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.
#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!