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Episode 7: King Crimson

King Crimson is an English progressive rock band formed in London in 1968. King Crimson has been influential both in the early 1970s progressive rock movement and many contemporary artists. Although the band has undergone numerous formations throughout its history, Robert Fripp is the only constant member of the group and is considered the band's leader and driving force.   Album Title: In the Court of the Crimson King Composers:Ian McDonald [https://www.whosampled.com/Ian-McDonald/],Greg Lake [https://www.whosampled.com/Greg-Lake/],Michael Giles [https://www.whosampled.com/Michael-Giles/],Robert Fripp [https://www.whosampled.com/Robert-Fripp/]Lyricist:Peter Sinfield [https://www.whosampled.com/Peter-Sinfield/]Vocals:Ian McDonald [https://www.whosampled.com/Ian-McDonald/]Lead Vocals:Greg Lake [https://www.whosampled.com/Greg-Lake/]Background Vocals:Michael Giles [https://www.whosampled.com/Michael-Giles/],Ian McDonald [https://www.whosampled.com/Ian-McDonald/]Guitar:Robert Fripp [https://www.whosampled.com/Robert-Fripp/]Bass Guitar:Greg Lake [https://www.whosampled.com/Greg-Lake/]Drums:Michael Giles [https://www.whosampled.com/Michael-Giles/]Percussion:Michael Giles [https://www.whosampled.com/Michael-Giles/]Vibraphone:Ian McDonald [https://www.whosampled.com/Ian-McDonald/]Reeds:Ian McDonald [https://www.whosampled.com/Ian-McDonald/]Woodwind:Ian McDonald [https://www.whosampled.com/Ian-McDonald/]Keyboard:Ian McDonald [https://www.whosampled.com/Ian-McDonald/]Mellotron:Ian McDonald [https://www.whosampled.com/Ian-McDonald/]Engineer: Robin Thompson Assistant Engineer: Tony Page   Label: Caroline Distribution [https://www.allmusic.com/search/labels/Caroline+Distribution]/EG Records [https://www.allmusic.com/search/labels/EG+Records]

Episode 6: Ambrosia

Ambrosia Founded in LA, California, USA in 1970 - Hiatus between 1982-1989 - Still active as of 2018 Ambrosia formed in 1970, in the South Bay/San Pedro area of Southern California. The musicians were inspired by the progressive rock era and developed a large regional following for their inventive musicianship and skillful arranging. Ambrosia came to national prominence in 1975 with the release of their self-titled debut album on 20th Century Fox Records. Ambrosia was produced and engineered by the legendary Alan Parsons, and featured the top ten hit "Holdin' on to Yesterday", as well as the FM classic "Nice Nice, Very Nice". Studio Album, released in 1975 Songs / Tracks Listing 1. Nice, Nice, Very Nice (5:49) 2. Time Waits For No One (5:01) 3. Holdin' On To Yesterday (4:19) 4. World Leave Me Alone (3:17) 5. Make Us All Aware (4:28) 6. Lover Arrive (3:12) 7. Mama Frog (6:05) 8. Drink Of Water (6:29) Total Time: 38:40 Line-up / Musicians - David Pack: guitar, lead vocals, keyboards (6) - Christopher North: keyboards, vocals - Joe Puerta: bass, lead vocals - Burleigh Drummond:  percussion, bassoon, vocals With: - Alan Parsons:  engineer & mixing (nominated for a Grammy for Best Engineered Recording) Releases information Artwork: Eddie Douglas LP 20th Century Records ‎- T-434 (1975, US) CD Warner Bros. Records ‎- 47565-2 (2000, US) Remastered

Episode 5 (Solo)

This week I'm all by myself and just coming off from the top of the dome, I had a bit of a creative slump last week, so I decided not to upload anything last week, but this week I'm back at it with this short episode. please check out www.5mutedb.com [http://www.5mutedb.com]and support us.

Episode 4 w/ Baasteba The SoulQueen

This week we have the producer, vocalist, rapper,@BaatsebaTheSoulQueen, [https://www.instagram.com/baatsebathesoulqueen/]she breaks down how it's like to be a female producer in South Africa and some of the challenges she faces, She also talks about @SheBeats [https://www.instagram.com/shebeatsbeats/]initiative and how she's using it as a platform to reach out to younger females that might be interested in music and the creative arts in general. We discuss her musical influences, go into her process, and talk about her catalog of work, as she breaks down how she created some of her projects, including her most recent beat tape "Double Cream Full-Bodied" [https://audiomack.com/baatseba-thesoulqueen/album/double-cream-full-bodied], we also discuss different DAWs and her love for Akai Professional products.

Episode 3 w/ Steezy Stylish

This week's episode features the East Rand MC/Producer/Social Commentator, Steezy Stylish. We discuss a number of heavy topics surrounding the current socio-economic and racial climate affecting Africans, both in South Africa and in the Diaspora. We discuss his socially conscious album titled: "Live From The Eastside"-2008. He shares his thoughts on the unjust killings of George Floyd and Collins Khosa, he gives insights on his interactions with younger creatives and his role is bringing reform in his neighborhood.   Follow on IG here: Steezy Stylish and learn more about him. Checkout Steezy's Kool-Aid Session here:https://hearthis.at/steezy-stylish-5l/