World of Echoes
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World of Echoes
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WoE is a vibrant community of music lovers which was created by François K and also an open-ended theme for some of his streams and parties. Currently on Facebook (private group) https://facebook.com/worldofechoes Discord https://discord.gg/worldofechoes
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🎵 Please join us for 'World of Echoes' (Equinox Edition), our next stream which will happen this Sunday September 21, 2025 on mixcloud.com/live/fknyc starting at 3PM EST (20:00 GMT, 21:00 CET, 04:00 Japan).

Mixcloud streams come with lovely higher audio quality for a more immersive experience!
For those who missed the live stream!
🎶 Larry Levan's Birthday Stream now on YouTube where you can watch it in its entirety: bit.ly/larry71

It aired on July 20, 2025 to celebrate Larry Levan's 71st birthday. Joining me on the program were David Depino and Joey Llanos, both long-time friends of Larry.
This looks like it's going to be epic!
🎵 Please join us for 'It's Larry's Birthday!', my next stream this Sunday July 20, 2025 on mixcloud.com/live/fknyc starting at 3PM EST (20:00 GMT, 21:00 CET, 04:00 Japan).

Joey Llanos and David Depino will be joining us to help celebrate our dear friend Larry Levan's 71st birthday!
🎵 Please join us for 'World of Echoes', my next stream which will happen this Sunday April 13, 2025 on mixcloud.com/live/fknyc starting at 3PM EST (20:00 GMT, 21:00 CET, 04:00 Japan).

A reminder that Mixcloud comes with lovely audio quality for a more immersive session!
Fictitious History can leave a smile on our faces.
A truly fantastic song every way you cut it.
[Daily Dose of Disco #98]

Skipworth & Turner "Thinking About Your Love" (1985)

The fact that this contains such a brilliant vocal performance shouldn't overshadow the splendid Patrick Adams production with its delicate arrangement touches. A timeless #disco gem in many ways.

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Thinking About Your Love - Skipworth And Turner (Original 12'' Version)
YouTube video by Simon Ambler
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[Daily Dose of Disco #88]

Billy Nichols "Give Your Body Up (To The Music)" (1979)

Big Larry Levan remix and a Garage anthem, he would always start the record from the middle (video is cued up to that exact spot) to get the energy rush from that mad percussion. Essential!

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Give Your Body up to the Music (2014 - Remaster)
YouTube video by Billy Nichols - Topic
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The message never grows old, in fact as relevant as ever!
[Daily Dose of Disco #86]

Melba Moore "You Stepped Into My Life" (1978)

This has been a #lifejam for so many! Written by the Gibb brothers, great production by McFadden & Whitehead, with a brilliant John Luongo remix. No wonder it immediately became such an enduring anthem! 🎶

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Melba Moore - You Stepped Into My Life (Slayd5000)
YouTube video by Slayd5000
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Time to pay our respects to one of our most beloved musical heroes.
R.I.P. Roberta Flack, legendary songwriter, singer, artist and producer who gave us so many life-changing musical memories. Including this with Donny Hathaway that I just can't ever seem to get too far from.

She managed to capture the soul of America in a way few others could.🎹
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You Are My Heaven (feat. Donny Hathaway)
YouTube video by Roberta Flack - Topic
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This should be a fun listen for those who may have missed this past Sunday's stream to Mixcloud.
🎶 Very pleased to announce that I've shared my latest 'Deep Space' stream to YouTube.

Lots of fresh new material in there, it goes on for over three hours and as always some real surprises which I assume you'll dig. Enjoy!

bit.ly/deepspace25

Please follow me on YouTube, lots more to come!
The acapella used in the UK remix of Mr Fingers' epoch-defining "Can You Feel It" came from a very obscure record by Rhythm Controll featuring Chuck Roberts (R.I.P.) "My House" and Om Unit stuck a snippet of it in this remake.

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It did not appear in the song's original version.
For those who love their Basic Channel (since that duo's self-imposed exile from making any more records), this should hold you over for a good bit.

An ace tip of the hat to the original by Mr Fingers, down to including a snippet of the Chuck Roberts acapella.

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Can You Dub It?, by Om Unit
track by Om Unit
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Very deserving of being listened to... it's got all of the good stuff. Dark and moody atmospheres, deep grime, swinging beats. Murdah stylee....
Interesting topic to discuss, how many 'Live' albums were in fact studio recordings that had audience dubbed in later for added effect?

Borderline entries include the much-beloved "Fela & Ginger Baker Live", and "Voodoo Child" from Electric Ladyland where a small studio audience was in fact present
[Daily Dose of Disco #75]

Marvin Gaye "Got To Give It Up" (1977)

One thing that James Brown and Gaye share is that both of their arguably biggest dance floor hits were in fact studio recordings masquerading as being part of a live album.

1/3 Read on for more in-depth details
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Got To Give It Up
YouTube video by Marvin Gaye - Topic
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For those who don't mind being digital crate-diggers, here is a wonderful feature about Library Music at Bandcamp.

It's a whole separate world (income was mainly derived from TV and movie licensing) but there are many incredible composers who deserve being heard.

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Digging Through the Stacks: A Library Music Primer
How the rise of mass media catalyzed a unique, utilitarian subgenre.
daily.bandcamp.com
Always welcoming those who appreciate the singular genius of Arthur Russell, patron saint for the 'World of Echoes' namesake group we created five years ago!

Music with layer upon layer of meaning one can never tire of listening to and getting inspired by. 🎶
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The World Of Arthur Russell (Soul Jazz comp, 2004)
This was my introduction to the magic of Arthur Russell, a heady mix of his 80s avant funk disco floorfillers with Dinosaur L, Lola & Loose Joints, extended balearic trips & heavenly cello-based solo tunes
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The UK issue of the whole 'African Dub' series on Lightning Records are much cleaner and worth tracking down as the CD re-issues seem to come from bad vinyl rips of the Jamaican press, with de-noising software used that atrociously removed parts of the synth sounds!😵

www.discogs.com/release/1243...
Joe Gibbs & The Professionals - African Dub - All-Mighty
View credits, reviews, tracks and shop for the 1978 Vinyl release of "African Dub - All-Mighty" on Discogs.
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Wonderful article entitled 'Vinylogue' from Discogs going into details about Brazilian sensation DJ Marky's passion for music and collecting vinyl.

It also offers some thoughts on his trailblazing career behind the decks as a leading exponent of Drum&Bass.

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Vinylogue: DJ Marky on Vinyl’s Enduring Magic
30,000 records and a lifetime behind the decks — yet Brazilian DJ/producer DJ Marky still asks, “How can a simple piece of plastic hold so much emotion?”
www.discogs.com
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Confused about the state of digital art, and how creators currently incorporate new machine learning tools into their workflow?

From noted artist Claire Silver, here's a real good explanation, essential reading straight from an acknowledged expert in the field. Tirelessly clearing up misconceptions
Here are some of the rules originally created by Sister Korita Kent and adopted by John Cage, laid out for the students as well as teachers at the Merce Cunnigham Studio.

Well worth considering and meditating on.
For those who may not be aware, right on the heels of their documentary, jazz and funk legends Cymande have a new album full of goodies.

This cut is definitely worthy of attention for anyone who loves earthy rare groove and jazzy vibes.

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Cymande - Sweeden (Offical Visualiser)
YouTube video by CymandeOfficial
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It takes a producer or a real musician to be aware of the specific powers of each instrument.

Who knew that acoustic bass could be useful for uncooperative subjects during an interrogation?

#meme #dadjoke #humour (courtesy Ron Carter)
🪩 Mirror balls are nowadays often overlooked by many club lighting designers, as they push for fancy robotic lighting instead.

Yet they remain an unequaled way to set a vibe on the dance floor. They can be found in many clubs all over, and never cease to dazzle us.

Share any photos you have here!