The Brownswood crew have just turned in another Exclusive killer mix, this time from DJ Mumblz ‘n up ‘n comer insider you’ll be hearing more ‘n more from in Londontown. “This mix is trying to represent the diversity of what I feel Brownswood is all about. My aim was to take the listener through the full rainbow spectrum of grooves that make up Brownswood’s identity but maintain an underlining vibe that connects it all together.

Brownswood is particularly messy at the moment, probably because Gilles just got back from gigs in Japan and so there’s been a mountain of promos building up which he has now unleashed on the office. This 66 Mix was conceived one afternoon rooting around on the floor, under the table, in the kitchen, in the lounge and even in the studio. Nuggets were unearthed

You already know how much we’ve been diggin’ the just released Gilles Peterson presents Havana Cultura – New Cuba Sound double album ! and so we’re thrilled to be heading to the London and Paris shows coming up very soon (see info below). We predict that this album is going to be with us for a long time, kinda like Gilles’ mighty Nuyorican Soul album has been and so we urge you to get yourself a copy and to check out these first wave of events to celebrate the release.

Summer in London, yeahhh what’s not to love and even better with the new Summer Bubblers joint kicking off this Saturday June 20th at Cargo. The lineup is king featuring soul sista Rox (live), Melo-X direct from NY, Seiji from the mighty Bugz, Lixo and the mIdnight Rockers Express Crew. It gets better yet ! HERE’s a free download and you can enter to win a pair of tickets simply by giving us 3 reasons why you should be deh !

Q-Tip has truly received the love from the London massive, what with the WW10 Roundhouse show completely sold out weeks ago ! True it’s been eons since the Tribe vibe has been experienced in Londontown, and so in the same spirit the ‘renaissance’ man will be extending the vibes at the official afterparty with a [...]

After months of planning we are so ready to enjoy this 3 day journey of K-Space Sessions and get up close and personal with our global music family. It all kicks off this Thursday at K-Space right in the center of Amsterdam with our globetrotter DJ’s and artists comin’ in strong from the UK, Italy, [...]

I am ripping up Soil & “PIMP” Sessions’ death certificate. Yeah thats right, I too am joining in on this silly debate on what is and isn’t DEATH JAZZ. You don’t have to be a high browed jazz “know it all” to see how gnarly and unconventional this group’s music is. Being able [...]

Jose James is proving to be way more than a dreamer than his latest album title suggests – since way before its release, he had based himself in London, meeting and gigging with the who’s who of the immense local scene. His friends and family are ever growing with the likes of Gilles Peterson (his [...]

At the School of ‘Dark’ everything seems to go – from poetry and play-
writing to music producing and lugging records. Versatile is an 
understatement when speaking about Charlie. Most Londoners would 
best describe Charlie Dark as the official authority of what’s fresh 
and spicy in british black music and culture. No doubt about it, [...]

GP in the area at East Village in Shoreditch monthly with Brownswood Loves Bass pictured with last edition’s special NY guest DJ Moni in effect and a shout out to Kuni (stage left) off to his new home on the canals. So what’s with this East Village bi-coastal bizness then ? well you know that NYC’s long renowned East Village is synonymous with words such as ultraist, trend-y, and alors Basquait (back in THE day).

The 2nd edition of Brownswood Loves Bass is already upon us in Londontown and especially good timing as we just peeped the March edition of XLR8R which features the 20th March special guest BENGA on it’s cover ! together with his best ‘dubplate’ mate Skream – South London represent ! The cover story follows [...]

DJ Moni’s London checklist reads the following: 1. Have a full English breakfast (veggie fry up) every afternoon at 4pm. That will be around the time she will have woken up from her bout of jet lag – 2. Raid the Brownswood’s basement for more goodies. We know GP has a special stash of limited [...]

Try as hard as he might our favorite ‘worldwide’ globetrotter GP has not managed yet to be on both coasts in one night (without the Concord that is), so instead his Brownswood family will go bi-coastal this Thursday 28 February ! London’s latest addition to Shoreditch’s already boomin’ nightlife, the aptly named ‘East Village’ (get [...]

Our lady in red has been captivating dance floors across the 
spectrum. Having started collecting records since the age of nine, 
while still practicing to walk in her mother’s heels DJ Moni is a 
complete multi threat talent. Moni’s impressive resume reads- award 
nominated contemporary theatre composer, one part of the dynamic all 
female [...]

It’s very easy to be spoiled in London ! just pick up any music mag when you’re there and it is always the A-Z list of Dj’s and artists performing here there and everywhere…yeah well because of that very fact you may be overwhelmed BUT yet still be longing for the one party with your [...]

It is time for Brownswood’s one year anniversary. And what do you do when you are a label and have something to celebrate? Exactly, you come up with a special release. In this case: a limited 7 inch vinyl with Brownswood’s biggest hit: So Good Today by Ben Westbeech. The Yoruba Soul Remix was a [...]

Jose James , has spent his summer hanging with his buddy Gilles Peterson on Brownswood street. The two are prepping for Jose’s album, digging through crates, and enjoying the English summer as much as possible. To tease the craving fans, waiting for the Jose James album that is up for release in 2008, Brownswood [...]