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Bill Shakes 2 – ‘Wafro’

Bill Shakes — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:32:19 +0000

As if by magic it’s number two in the hopefully infinite Bill Shakes Mix series and this week’s serving is a funkier (but still electronic) affair than its predecessor containing a blend of bassy treats for those who like it sassy (What am I talking about?). Apologies in advance if the sound quality is somewhat wanting on the deluxe stereophonic equipment I’m sure you own. My present recording / mixing set up is very much ‘work in progress’.

Anyway, excuses aside I hope you like it x

As always should you wish to purchase any of the tracks included then you can click on the arbitrarily selected BUY links provided where possible (except for the Ping Pong sample which obviously didn’t make the iTunes Top 10..).

Please find the mix below or DOWNLOAD IT HERE

Download audio file (Bill Shakes 2 – Wafro.mp3)

Tracklist

Sound Effect – Ping pong
Leonard Seeley’s Heritage – Feel It BUY
Dutch Rhythm Combo – Bonaire (Blackjoy Rough Demo Mix) BUY
Hot Chocolate – Heaven Is In The Backseat Of My Cadillac (The Revenge Rework)
Dance Reaction – Honey Puppy Is My Name (perishable vertebrate edit)
Nick Chacona & Anthony Mansfield – Oh Snap (Greg Wilson version) BUY
Roberto Rodriguez – About this Love (Feat Max C) (Crazy P Remix Dub) BUY
Sly Mongoose – Pulse (Padded Cell Remix) BUY
They Came From The Stars – Signals (Emperor Machine Remix) BUY
Boogie Corporation – Junk BUY
Shahrokh Sound of K – Love Happens (Feat Toyin Taylor) (Supersonic Lovers Dub) BUY
Neighbour & Think Tank – Night Owl BUY
Motor City Drum Ensemble – Raw Cuts 2 (Original Mix) BUY
Chic – I Want Your Love (TTJ Edit) BUY
Gil Scott-Heron* – Parents (Interlude) BUY

*By the way, for those of you who like Mr. Gil Scott Heron I can’t recommend his new album enough. Yes it’s short but incredibly heartfelt with it’s sympathetically modernized musical style and moving sound-bytes about his life..

We can rebuild him..

Bill Shakes — Fri, 05 Feb 2010 21:36:48 +0000

After a brief hiatus (due to a naive web hosting change, limited knowledge of the ramifications of such a move and some much needed R&R..) I’m finally back at Bill Shakes bionic base camp.

This year I’m hoping to be a little more organised than last and share more delectable music (time & copyright laws permitting) for those who care.. The plan is to post regular DJ mixes using the mighty Soundcloud containing music that is tickling my ear drums at any given moment and see where it takes me/you.

Below a topical taster and personal old skool fave by Mickey Finn It’s one of his earlier contributions and a timeless classic that samples the Six Million Dollar Man (like you didn’t know). More to follow soon.

Kushi! NYE – HighTen

Bill Shakes — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:32:29 +0000

Just a short note for a little soiree I’m co-hosting this NYE should anyone who reads this be nearby and/or inclined.. I’ll add some music to this post later to set the tone but for info click on flyer below which will take you to the Facebook Event.

Burning Ears 4

Bill Shakes — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:06:34 +0000

Back with a summer splash Burning Ears Part 4 follows below and watch out for more music orientated content as billshakes.com goes under musical refurbishment, it just seems like the right thing to do:

Stevie Wonder – All I Do (Todd Terje Edit)

Download audio file (Stevie Wonder – All I Do (Todd Terje Edit).mp3)

I’m always dubious and protective about the greats and their work being remixed however when executed respectfully and tastefully I have no problem at all with the modern “edit” which some deem as outright blasphemy.. Lets face it, all music is sampled and re-constructed is some way or another to create something new and original.

Click here for Stevie Wonder’s Official website

As a Billy Shakes Bonus check out the Mighty Wonder with Drum Sticks and I don’t mean Chicken!

Midlake – Roscoe (Wizards’ Sleeve remix)

Download audio file (Midlake – Roscoe (Wizards’ Sleeve remix).mp3)

I heard this for the first time last month on two separate and strange occasions and was blown away, what an awesome cross genre track. Groove Armada’s Tom & Andy also included it on their 2008 Late Night Tales Mix which is a marvelous selection of alternative nocturnal listening that is almost as good as their first mix of this ilk a few years back now on Another Late Night

Click here for the Midlake Blog

Project Club – Dance With The Devil (Balearic Mix)

Download audio file (Project Club – Dance With The Devil (Balearic Mix).mp3)

I had been trying to track this down for many years and didn’t know the name for a long time and once enlightened I always managed to procure the wrong mix UNTIL NOW! Perhaps it sounds dated and a tad novelty heavy with it’s sinister church bells but it reminds me of being lost in the acid rave and I love it’s dark undertones which were perfect for those warehouse environments full of evil clowns.

Rio Rhythm Band – Carnival de Casa

Last but most I pay tribute to a recent loss of one of the original house music greats who very sadly passed away recently. Ian Loveday (aka EON and many other monikers) was a big influence on many of my friends and I when we first cut our club teeth and was a lovely bloke and will be deeply missed. Below is one of my personal faves from his many productions, I wish I had some of his DJ sets to share..

Read Ians Obituary here

Right you are then, Burning Ears Part 5 will follow soon, this weeks labor of love is now complete..x

A (Hospital Waiting) Room with a View

Bill Shakes — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 13:21:03 +0000

Taken while listening to Ulrich Schnauss on my I Pod and waiting for an appointment with my Spanish Quack. Not a bad view for a hospital as I’m sure you’ll agree especially with the lush electronic waves crashing in courtesy of Ulrich…