10 must have Salsoul Records gems (Pt. 1)

A perfect companion shortlist of Groovy Tunes from a special American Music era. Big Up to my mentor and inspiration Frederic dans Paris. I Love it!!
El Tigre

DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince – Summertime (Jive)

Dj, bass player, composer and producer. A musical force in his own right , Jazzy Jeff got my ear on the Jill Scott debut album. Feliz Cumpleaños 🎶✌🎧
Él Tigré

Sam Cooke – A Change Is Gonna Come (RCA)

Remembering music legend Sam Cooke(RIP) who died a violent death here in Los Angeles .
Él Tigré

Robert Palmer – You Are In My System (Island)

What a classy guy who wore suits well. Remembering another Brit innovator/crooner. Happy Birthday Robert Palmer (RIP). We miss your manly grace, visual style and soothing voice.🎂🎩🎶🎤☺👍
Él Tigré

Soul II Soul – Back To Life (However You Want Me) (10 Records)

Soul II Soul, another impacting British collective, led by Jazzie B OBE (Order of the British Empire ), with birthday lady Caron Wheeler the charismatic lead vocalist , subsequently going solo. Joyeux Anniversaire M.Wheeler.
Él Tigré

René & Angela – I’ll Be Good (Special Mix) (Mercury)

Birthday Greetings to Ms. Angela Winbush. Tigah Brings Soul. 🎧☺🎤🎂🎶👒
Él Tigré

The Temptations – Ain’t Too Proud To Beg (Gordy)

Remembering David Ruffin(RIP) of The Temptations fame. Happy Birthday . 🎶🎹🎤
El Tigré

10 must have Martin Luther King, Jr. sampled songs

Courtesy my friend and mentor Frédéric dans Paris, an appropriate listing of Dr.Martin Luther King, Jr inspired music . Happy MLK Day 2016.
Él Tigré

Aaliyah – If Your Girl Only Knew (Atlantic)

RIP Aaliyah! Throw your hands up if you’re down with the Jeep . The controversial project ‘Age ain’t nothing but a number ‘ has undeniable in your face head bopping grooves. The movie co-starring Jet Li ‘Romeo must die’ granted a hint of cinematic star quality . Gone so soon . Happy Birthday Aaliyah.👍🎶🎧🎂👒🎤
Él Tigré

Sade – Smooth Operator (Portrait)

My 80s sound track. What a time, vibe and zeitgeist . The 2nd British invasion of music included this sultry,très chic and charismatic beauty. My favorite of her early tracks was ‘Your Love is King’. Joyeux anniversaire Ms.Adu.
El Tigré