SOUL OF SYDNEY Feel-Good FUNK RADIO

A recording from SOUL OF SYDNEY's resident vibe creator PHIL TOKE laying down a dope 1-hour selection of heavy FUNK, DISCO, AFRO, BOOGIE & a touch HOUSE vibes at the 13th Birthday celebration last weekend for podcast episode #417.

Listen to more from PHIL TOKE at @philtoke

& Check out our next event at SOUL OF SYDNEY NYD JAM // Jan 1 2025

Info at www.facebook.com/soulofsydney www.soulofsydney.org

SOUL OF SYDNEY Podcast #416:

DJ D – The Australian DMC Queen

Live at Homebush Street Festival | Part of Homebush Moon Festival 2024

Get ready for a rare treat as the Australian Queen of the Turntables, DJ D, brings her world-renowned skills to the Homebush Street Festival, hosted as part of the Homebush Moon Festival 2024.

Across a 2-hour extended set, DJ D will deliver a masterclass in party-rocking – weaving together FUNK, CLASSIC HIP-HOP, R&B PARTY JAMS, SOUL, and OLD-SKOOL CLUB ANTHEMS. Expect seamless blends, razor-sharp cuts, and plenty of dancefloor flavour – a set lovingly curated by one of Sydney’s most respected and skilled DJs.

About DJ D

Recognised worldwide as Australia’s premiere female Turntablist, DJ D is a true pioneer of the craft. With a career spanning decades, her journey began in the late 1980s, and since then she has become a fixture of the global DJing and turntablism scene.

Since 1998, DJ D has been competing and performing as a professional Turntablist, proudly representing Australia on international stages.

She is celebrated as the first female in Australia to compete at the highest level of DJ battles, holding the title as the Australian DMC Champion and earning respect in a scene dominated by heavyweights.

DJ D’s skillset and longevity have made her a trailblazer for women in the culture, inspiring a new generation of DJs and turntablists to pick up the craft.

Over the years, she has been featured extensively in international media and continues to be invited to rock stages, clubs, and festivals across the world.

Even after more than three decades on the decks, DJ D remains at the cutting edge, known not only for her technical brilliance on the 1s and 2s, but also for her ability to craft unforgettable sets filled with groove, energy, and soul.

A true veteran and pioneer, DJ D stands as a testament to the artistry, longevity, and power of turntablism – a DJ’s DJ and one of our city’s finest selectors.

Links

www.instagram.com/djdworldwide/

www.facebook.com/DJDworldwide1/

www.tiktok.com/@djdworldwide

@djd1200

www.djdworldwide.com/

#funk #soul #disco #sydneymusic #90'shiphop

A mix from the archives, this one was recorded back in 2008 or 2009 warming up before we went out at PLAYGROUND WEEKENDER one year.. sharing so many amazing memories with our friends and like-minded music heads on the dancefloors around the village.

This one is a bit more of an abstract excursion in cosmic disco funk vibes and a touch of house goodness, featuring music from"

James Brown - Soul Power (Remix)

Renee & Angela - I Love You More (Edit)

Chaka Khan - Aint Nobody

The Starburst Band - Everydub (Joey Negro Remix)

Cerrone & Jocelyn Brown - Hooked On You

MoodyMann - I Can't Kick The Feeling when it Hits (Edit)

Yonderboi - Riders On the Storm (Remix)

Candi Stanton - You Got The Love

Alex Gopher - the Child (Remix)

Dave Lee & The Sunburst Band - Here Comes The Sun

Stockholm Cyclo - Sticky (Remix)

Dubtribe Soundsystem - Do It Now (Extended mix)

Mr Fingers - Can You Feel It w/ Martin Luther King - I have a Dream Acapella.

Joe Smooth - Promised Land

SOUL OF SYDNEY PODCAST #415

SOUL OF SYDNEY PODCAST #413:

SOS DJ'S LIVE aT SPIRIT OF HOUSE TRIBUTE PARTY recorded on the fly June 2024, an hour-long mix of 1990's inspired house gems, Garage & Soulful House vibes.

DJ Edseven's live mix of seminal 90s house vibes from underground tracks and iconic anthems evoke the soulful essence of a magical era of music. Check out this 90min selection of his at the SPIRIT OF HOUSE TRIBUTE PARTY which happened last week on a Sunday afternoon. Getting down while fire pits were on warming the dancefloor at Greenwood Hotel in what was such a memorable afternoon.

TRACK LISTING:

1. Block & Crown & Paul Parsons - Funk Reincarnation (Tactical Records, year unknown)

2. Amp Fiddler - Superficial (Remix) (Mahogani Music, year unknown)

3. The Vision feat. Andreya Triana - Heaven (Defected Records, 2020)

4. Sara Parker - My Love Is Deep (Slip 'n' Slide, 1994)

5. Kenlou - Moonshine (MAW Records, 1995)

6. Mood II Swing - Closer (King Street Sounds, 1992)

7. Logic - Blues For You (Strictly Rhythm, 1994)

8. Nuyorican Soul - It's Alright, I Feel It feat. Jocelyn Brown (Talkin' Loud, 1997)

9. DJ Steaw - Holding On (Rutilance Recordings, 2016)

10. Kerri Chandler - Hallelujah (King Street Sounds, 1996)

11. The Dangerfeel Newbies - What Am I Here For? (Danny Krivit Edit) (Defected Records, 2014)

12. Taxi Cab - Chunk-A-Nova (Remix) (Strictly Rhythm, 1992)

13. Terrence Parker - Your Love (Seventh Sign Recordings, 1996)

14. Cheek - Venus (Sunshine People) (DJ Gregory Remix) (Versatile Records, 2002)

15. Mike Dunn - DJ Beat That Shhh (feat. MD X-Spress) (Moreaboutmusic, 2013)

16. Loleatta Holloway - Can't Let You Go (Louie Vega & Josh Milan Truth Dub 1) (Vega Records, 2017)

17. Gary's Gang - Let's Lovedance Tonight (Nervous Records, 1996)

18. Peven Everett - Stuck (Defected Records, 2007)

19. Armand Van Helden - You Don't Know Me (feat. Duane Harden) (FFRR, 1999)

20. MD X-Spress - God Made Me Phunky (Defected Records, 1994)

21. Bougie Soliterre - Got the Bug (Plastic City, 1997)

22. The Bucketheads - The Bomb! (These Sounds Fall Into My Mind) (Henry Street Music, 1995)

23. Unknown - Unknown (?)

24. Armand Van Helden - All Right (feat. Old Skool Junkies) (Strictly Rhythm, 1996)

25. SOHO - Hot Music (Remix) (Code Red Recordings, 1990)

The mix is a live recording from SPIRIT OF HOUSE TRIBUTE PARTY put on by SOUL OF SYDNEY & FALLEN DISCO DJ's, if you are keen on the sound check out more events at www.soulofsydney.org/spiritofhouse

Listen to more from EDSEVEN

https://soundcloud.com/edseven/

www.instagram.com/edseven

www.facebook.com/djedseven7

www.ra.co/dj/edseven

About EDSEVEN

Edseven

Motor City Wine / SMTHNG SMTIME / Steppers / CoOp / Razor N Tape / Inner Tribe / Feedasoul / Turntables on the Hudson / Soul of Sydney.

Sydney based dj Edseven has built a rock-solid reputation over the last 20 years, sharing the stage djing with the likes of Gilles Peterson, Domu, John Morales, Nai Palm, Peanut Butter Wolf, Norman Jay, Dego, IG Culture and many more across Australia, Tokyo, New York, Berlin, Kyoto, Detroit, LA, Paris and Amsterdam.

A collector of many styles, a typical Edseven dj set could include anything from Detroit Hip Hop to Nigerian Funk, UK Broken beat to Chicago House, Classic Soul to Future Beat and beyond.

Edseven’s production work also taps into his broad taste - releasing Future Soul, late-night House burners, Cosmic Afro Bruk, Hip Hop and Neo Soul. Collaborating with artists including Megatronic, Steve Spacek, Colonel Red, Oliver Night, Inkswel, Kid Sublime and releasing music on labels including Razor N Tape, CoOp, Turntables on the Hudson, City Fly, Motor City Wine and Inner Tribe.

Always eclectic, his selections join the dots between styles and eras with skill and respect – never losing focus on the dancers.

🎶 SOUL OF SYDNEY Podcast #411 🎶

A very special live mix from the Australian queen of the turntables – [DJ D](http://www.djdworldwide.com/) – recorded at Strathfield Square for the Friday Night Block Party as part of the Strathfield Festival (May 2024).

This extended 2-hour set is pure party energy – packed with timeless funk, golden-era hip-hop, soulful R\&B anthems, and block party jams stitched together with love and precision. DJ D brought that real block party spirit to the heart of the city, rocking the open-air stage and keeping the crowd moving from start to finish.

Expect a journey through feel-good grooves, dancefloor classics, and party cuts that capture everything Soul of Sydney is about – community, culture, and music that makes you move.

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### 🎧 About DJ D

Recognised worldwide as Australia’s premiere female turntablist, [DJ D](http://www.djdworldwide.com/) is a true veteran of the craft. She first touched the decks in the late 1980s, played her first gig in 1988, and has been shaping Australian DJ culture ever since.

Since 1998, she has cemented her place as one of the most respected DJs in the country – with an endless list of battle titles, achievements, and international appearances. Her skills on the 1s and 2s have seen her featured in global media, respected by peers, and celebrated as a pioneer for women in turntablism.

More than 30 years on, DJ D still sets the standard – combining razor-sharp technique with an ear for tracks that bring people together. She’ll forever be remembered as one of the first women to cut it up with the industry’s best, and continues to inspire new generations of DJs worldwide.

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### 🔗 Connect with DJ D

🌍 Website: [www.djdworldwide.com](http://www.djdworldwide.com/)

📸 Instagram: [@djdworldwide](https://www.instagram.com/djdworldwide/)

👍 Facebook: [DJ D Worldwide](https://www.facebook.com/DJDworldwide1/)

🎶 SoundCloud: [soundcloud.com/djd1200](https://soundcloud.com/djd1200)

🎵 TikTok: [@djdworldwide](https://www.tiktok.com/@djdworldwide)

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✨ Brought to you with love from the Soul of Sydney crew – celebrating the music, culture & community that brings us together on dancefloors across the city.

\#SoulOfSydney #DJD #Funk #HipHop #RnB #BlockParty #Turntablism #FemaleDJs #SydneyMusic #SoulfulGrooves #OldSchoolVibes #GoodVibesOnly #DJMix #LiveSet #StrathfieldFestival #VinylCulture #PartyJams #AustralianDJs #MixTape

SOS Podcast #410 is our resident selector DJ PHIL TOKE warming things up for Kiwi disco don FRANK BOOKER at SOUL OF SYDNEY a couple of weeks ago on May 26 2024, kicking off around 4:00 pm with a 90 min selection of disco, funk and a touch of soulful house vibes in the open air dancefloor.

Follow PHIL TOKE for more mixes at www.instagram.com/philtoke

https://soundcloud.com/philtoke

#disco #funk #frankbooker #philtoke

Our brother EDSEVEN closing out SOUL OF SYDNEY NYD SPECIAL Jan 1 2024 with a dope deeper pressure release set to end a night with the true believers to get down in the courtyard.

A genre-spanning journey through deep, soulful sounds. With tracks ranging from classic to contemporary, he kept the crowd moving until the close, getting down in the courtyard.

Starting with Prince & The New Power Generation's "Gett Off," the set seamlessly flowed through funk, soul, and house, showcasing EDSEVEN's skill in blending eras and genres. Highlights included remixes by Louie Vega and Moodymann, Afrobeat rhythms from Black Motion, and timeless anthems like "God Made Me Phunky." Closing with soul-stirring cuts, EDSEVEN perfectly closed out an amazing afternoon with the kind of testament to music's power to unite and uplift that only a season selector could pull off.

Massive respect seeing such a talented dude work his magic behind the decks closing out SOUL OF SYDNEY NYD jam.

Recorded for podcast #409

Track List

Prince & The New Power Generation - Gett Off (Flutestramental)

Prince & The New Power Generation - Gett Off (House Style)

Dam Swindle - 64 Ways Feat. Mayer Hawthorne (Original Mix)

GoldLink - U Say (feat. Tyler, The Creator & Jay Prince)

ShallIBrukIt - A B S R Nautilus flip

Caridad - Maleet

Amp Fiddler - Superficial (Remix)

3 Winans Brothers - Dance (Louie Vega Latin Soul Radio Edit) [feat. The Clark Sisters]

Convertion - Let's Do It Feat. Leroy Burgess (Louie Vega Dance Ritual Mix)

Norma Jean Bell - I'm the Baddest Bitch (Extended Moodymann Edit)

Black Motion Ft Jah Rich - Banane Movoko

Mood II Swing - Closer (Swing II Mood Dub)

Mood II Swing - Do It Your Way

Geoffrey CThis Is Hot (Yes Indeedy) (original mix)

MD X-Spress - God Made Me Phunky (Original Mix)

Laroye - Colombia 26a

Black Science Orchestra - New Jersey Deep

Uptown Funk Empire - You've Got To Have Freedom

Dem 2 - Move On (New York Soundclash)

Gil Scott-Heron - The Klan (Jad and The Ladyboy Edit)

MFSB - Mysteries of the World

Moodymann - Tribute

Kon - Whispers Freak Better (EDIT)

Tye Tribbett - Might Long Way

D'Angelo - Lady (DJ Premier remix) f/ AZ

Grooveman Spot - DRUMS

Listen to more from EDSEVEN

https://soundcloud.com/edseven/

www.instagram.com/edseven

www.facebook.com/djedseven7

www.ra.co/dj/edseven

About EDSEVEN

Sydney DJ/Producer Edseven has established himself as a stalwart in the music scene over the past 15 years, sharing stages with renowned artists like Gilles Peterson, Peanut Butter Wolf, and Norman Jay across various cities worldwide. Known for his eclectic selections that seamlessly blend styles and eras, Edseven's latest release exemplifies his diverse musical palette. Teaming up with legendary vocalist Colonel Red, the track fuses future soul with 90s R&B vibes, evolving into a dancefloor anthem. The remix package showcases Edseven's broad influences, featuring interpretations from artists like Grooveman Spot and Potatohead People. As a DJ, Edseven's sets span genres from Detroit Hip Hop to Chicago House, reflecting his deep musical knowledge and technical prowess. With a reputation for supporting international acts and founding Lioness Presents, Edseven continues to captivate audiences with his unique sound and passion for music.

SOUL OF SYDNEY SHOW #408:

DJ MK-1 Presents ONE IN A MILLION MIXTAPE

Recording 2010 | Run Time 30 Mins | Soul, Funk Lovers Vibes.

Our brother DJ MK-1 sent us this One in a Million mixtape back in 2010... DJ MK-1, the DJ formerly released a very personal and heart felt mixtape inspired by a mysterious woman.

Track List:

1. Nina Simone - Feeling Good (1965, Track 1 from "I Put a Spell on You", Philips Records)

2. Mary J. Blige - Changes I've Been Going Through (Remix) (1992, Track 2 from "What's the 411?", Uptown Records)

3. Sade - Soldier of Love (2010, Track 1 from "Soldier of Love", RCA Records)

4. Common - I Want You (2002, Track 1 from "Electric Circus", MCA Records)

5. Caron Wheeler - I Adore You (1992, Track 3 from "UK Blak", EMI Records)

6. Bee Gees - Love You Inside Out (1979, Track 1 from "Spirits Having Flown", RSO Records)

7. The Isley Brothers - Summer Breeze (1973, Track 1 from "3 + 3", T-Neck Records)

8. Prince - Eye Hate U (1995, Track 7 from "The Gold Experience", NPG Records/Warner Bros. Records)

9. Daft Punk - Something About Us (2001, Track 8 from "Discovery", Virgin Records)

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About The Mix:

As much as anyone knows The Mixtape One in a Million tells a story of the relationship between two people that only lasts a short period. cleverly constructed MK-1 captures the essence of the relationship between Love and Pain and tosses them into an emotional melting pot for your listening pleasure.

A message from MK-1:

‘Peace and Blessings Friends and Zulu Family,

Like all great works of art, Its creator had a vision to capture the very essence of our humanity. Whether it be feelings of love, sadness, death, or an appreciation for the graces God has bestowed upon us etc.

Its been a while since i have shared with you any of my work due to a over welcomed visit of a creative mind block.

Over the past few weeks I have been inspired to create a very personal piece of work. Inspired by my personal journey and a very special individual I was gracious enough to have walk in my life for a brief moment.

I have put on my Sound Designer Hat opposed to the DJ as a means to provoke certain emotions on cue through a well-constructed selection of sounds and tracks giving it a ‘cinematic’ feel. the duration is only 31 minutes to signify the 31st month of January 2010 when this journey began.

I welcome any comments you may have regarding the mix-tape: One in a Million and hope you enjoy the experience. If you choose to download please hit the accept on the event invite.

A note to all Friends and Fans, As a means for me to welcome a blank canvas in my creative expression from this moment onwards the DJ Mista Killa in no longer in venture. All future work/gigs/Appearances I will go by the name MK-1.’

Zulu Peace and Empowerment for all.

True knowledge

https://www.instagram.com/zulumk1/?hl=en

MK-1

Mighty Universal Zulu Nation – Australia Chapter.

Zulu Peace and Empowerment for all.

Zulu Akhi Mista Killa

Teacher /Journalist / DJ / Sound Designer

Universal Zulu Nation – Australia Chapter

SOUL OF SYDNEY #407: Enjoy this sweet all-VINYL FUNK & SOUL, HIP HOP party mix by Sydney turntablist queen DJ D live in the mix at SOUL OF SYDNEY NYD JAM 2024 in the courtyard with MC MIRRAH.

The recording was originally uploaded for DJ D's RADIO SHOW 1200 Degrees on 2RDJ FM in SYdney listening to it on FM radio here http://www.radio2rdj.com/2rdj-shows/1200-degrees/ or catch the podcast below streaming on Mixcloud:

https://www.mixcloud.com/DJDworldwide/

About DJ D:

Recognised worldwide as Australia’s premiere female Turntablist, DJ D remains loyal to that vinyl tip with 2 of the nations first all dj-mixed radio shows featured on the Community Radio Network. Endorsed by Pioneer DJ, DJ D is known for her achievements in the DMC championships placing 5th in the world all-vinyl finals 2023 with the first 45s set the comp has seen & has hit the Australian national finals placing: 4th in 2021, 8th in 2020, and 8th in 2005, coming 3rd in NSW in 2015.

DJ D has played support for, plus hosted artists on her radio shows and in her chevy 64 ragtop (Majestics Australia) including Xzibit, Alkaholiks, DJ Yella, Dr Dre’s son, Eazy E’s son, Spice 1, Masta Ace, 2Pacs Danny Boy, Skeelo, MC Lyte, Bell Biv Devoes Ricky Bell, Eminem's Green Lantern, Naughty by Nature, KCI & JoJo, Montell Jordan, Horace Brown, Chingy, Snoop Dogg & Dr Dre's DJ Jam, DJ Rectangle, The Alkaholiks, Blackstreet, Jon B, 112, D.O.C., and De La Soul's Maseo.

Listen to more from DJ D

https://www.facebook.com/1200degrees