Jesse Futerman drops off this nice vibed-out bit of jazz-influenced beats excerpted here from his “Super Basement” EP. We’re guessing the Horace in question is the legendary pianist Horace Silver who recorded about two dozen LPs for Blue Note, most of which are must listens.
Jesse Futerman – A Tribute to HoraceJesse Futerman 
(Bandcamp) (Soundcloud)
Rating 8.2
Dirty South may have a hit on their hands with the massive sounding “Eyes Wide Open”. We can see this track getting huge worldwide rotation in big rooms from San Francisco to Singapore. Turn it up.
Dirty South & Thomas Gold – Eyes Wide Open (Feat. Kate Elsworth)Dirty South 
(Official)
Rating 8.3
If you know us, you know we’re massive stans for the genius Sly Stone. To cover a Sly Stone song is task only properly acquitted of by only the most soulful, powerful, emotive of artists. It’s a very high bar to reach for, indeed. Here, Millennial Territory Orchestra links up with Antony Hegarty (a soul brother you may have heard of) to tackle “Family Affair” and puts down maybe the best Family Stone cover (one of the best 70’s soul covers, period) that we’ve ever heard. It’s really that good. The pace is a slow walk, the sauntering swaying horns are perfect, and Mr. Hegarty is 100% on point vocally. Spin it below.
Millennial Territory Orchestra – Family Affair (Feat. Antony Hegarty) (Sly & The Family Stone)Millennial Territory Orchestra 
(Official)
Rating 8.6
The Flux train rolls on with this new unreleased track for “Lift You Higher”. Debuted on Mistajam’s BBC Radio 1Xtra show within the last couple days, “LYH” sees Flux continuing to marshall his sound further from the dead and buried corpse of the dubstep sound and more toward the D&B section of his palette. There’s also some pop, electro, and house elements on “Lift You Higher” but the track is still 100% Flux which translates to 100% heat. So hit that play button ASAP. (DoML)
Flux Pavilion – Lift You Higher (Feat. Lisa Hart)Flux Pavilion 
(Facebook) (Soundcloud)
Rating 8.3
By Chris Gedos
“This is Separation” succeeds on the same formula as Tree’s previous offering, “People” lo-fi ethos, big yet intimate refrains, and very deliberate arrangements with unexpected shifts not unlike symphonic movement transitions. Whether Tree & Shelf Nunny record alone or in collaboration, I’ll be very excited to see if the youthful San Fran artists plop any LPs in 2k12.
Tree & Shelf Nunny – This is SeparationTree 
(Facebook) (Free Download)
Rating 8.2
By Trevor Meyer
Once again, Team Me offers up an appetizing track. Accompanied by a stunning, and eye-catching video, “Show Me” displays the diverse pop writing ability of the Scandinavian six piece. “Show Me” is from their album To The Treetops! The album is set to be released, March 5th. Keep doing work in Oslo!
Team Me – Show MeRating 8.1
By Trevor Meyer
Here’s a stellar piece from new London-based artist, EMiL. This song has a killer chorus hook and a beautiful string arrangement throughout. It’s the kind of song that gives you that feeling like you’re on fire and every spot is your “sweet spot” on the basketball court. This track brings the heat all day. EMiL is set to officially release “Deadwood” on March 25. I am counting down the days.
Rating 8.3
Whoa… what have we here? Beyond a beautiful and promiscuously toned video, oozes the gospel tinted blues and shoegaze of Oslo, Norway exports Phone Joan. Soak yourself in the vulnerable timbre of their dynamic new single “Damned” and be sure to pick up a copy of Phone Joan’s sophomore LP +47 91799466 due March 14th.
Phone Joan – DamnedPhone Joan 
(Facebook)
Rating 8.5
On her new single “Red Face”, Lucy Rose proves she’s as equally compelling when backed by a dynamic and fully arranged band as she is the delicate voiced solo artist we’ve come to discover and love. This track will, no doubt, draw you in. Get familiar below.
Lucy Rose (Facebook) (Twitter)
Rating 8.3
Yeahhhhh. When I first came across this house remix of “The Wilhelm Scream” (b3sci’s #1 track of 2011), I admit to first pushing play just to listen to how bad it would be. And then I actually pushed play and was blown away. Do not miss this mix by NYC DJ Gina Turner.
James Blake – The Wilhelm Scream (Gina Turner Bootleg Edit)Gina Turner (Soundcloud) (Myspace)
Rating 8.2
Contributed by Trevor Meyer
Hailing from Chi-town, Innobushu offers up some beautiful electronica for your auditory system. Smooth, atmospheric, and jazzy, “You’re the Only” definitely delivers the mail. This is ust the right track to help you wind down your day. Check it.
Innobushu – You’re the OnlyInnobushu 
(Official)
Rating 8.2
Contributed by Trevor Meyer
Still swimming in nostalgia from the return trip to California, I took a few listens to Old Soul’s self-titled 2011 release. The album features a nice collection of folk tunes and blends elements of soul and pastoral ambience. My favorite tracks are the waltzy, “People Are Talking” and the dynamic “Red & Gold,” a track that draws parallels to older Coldplay and A.A. Bondy. Also, “Caught A Train” is a well-knit piece woven together by a fusion of soul, acoustic, and alternative rock. This album has a lot to offer its listeners. I highly recommend checking these guys out.
Old Soul – Caught A TrainOld Soul 
(Bandcamp)
Rating 8
