After debuting with one of the most hyped dancefloor records of 2009, Joy Orbison has been everyman's 'one to watch' for 2010. Thankfully 'The Shrew that Cushioned The Blow', his new EP on Simple Records / Aus Music delivers the goods, especially in 'So Derobe'. Could this be the perfect synthesis of every UK sub-genre of the last 20 years?
London-based producer and DJ IG Culture's highly rated monthly show is essential listening for cutting edge music aficionados. If you're after under-the-radar new releases and current material, it's here.
Mangladesh is a monthly blend of quality hip-hop from Michigan's own DJ Graffiti. Expect brand new beats, rhymes and hustle from coast to coast, including up-front exclusives from Detroit's great and good.
ego trip co-conspirator Chairman Mao hosts from NYC a monthly celebration of vintage vinyl: a classy and soulful selection of wax stretching from dusty obscurities and hidden gems to newer releases.
Every month, we invite one of our favourite artists, producers or DJs to curate a Guest Mix for Spine Radio. Whether it's dusty classics or their own productions, it's 100% exclusive to Spine and available for 1 month only.
Home of Soul Jazz Records, S.O.T.U. is one of London's few remaining vinyl emporiums. Offering an array of global underground sounds, their show is an after-hours lock-in beamed direct from behind the counter.
Hosted for The Most Influential.com by Acyde - an ambassador of the London music scene, this is 60 minutes of upfront UK street music with exclusive tracks and interviews. Enjoy The Ride.
IG Culture's latest rolls out a killer selection of heaters in anticipation of Notting Hill Carnival. Colonel Red, Onra, Isolee and De La Soul are all up in this mix. Pull up the tune!!
This month's Mangladesh sees DJ Graffiti tear through no less than 37 cuts from the likes of J Cole, Skyzoo, Planet Asia and Black Milk. Watch out for the exclusive from Buff1 and Hudson Mohawke...
Jeff turns off the spacebox and sits down with author Dave Tompkins to talk about vocoders, frogs and men in suits. There's some good music too of course.
Known for their keen ears, basement parties and Plastic People residency, Nonsense are three good friends with a mutual love for polyvinyl chloride. From rarities to future sleeper hits, their Guest Mix is a deep, soul-drenched affair.
Slum Village, Mount Kimbie, Deniece Williams and Tyrone Taylor all feature in the fourth episode of SOTU's interplanetary journey; from past to future-classics and back again.
The ambassador is back to shine a spotlight on the toughest in UK street music. As well as his usual selection of bass, rhymes and funky, he interviews XL signed south London rapper Giggs.
