quickMix: this is Africa

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tracklist:
“African Voodoo Queen (Drama)” by Madlib
“Ayo Ayo Nene” by Mor Thiam
“Ololufe Mi” by Fela Kuti

quickMix™: 3-7 songs. download in seconds.

This quickMix™ starts with a hypnotic head-nodder from the prolific mind of Madlib. We then continue into a recently unearthed jazz gem that, according to Gilles Peterson, was created by the ever-nasal Akon's father. We conclude with a master. A rare cut that I went in search of after hearing the Fela section of J. Period & K'naan's "Messengers" mixtape.

o:{dedicated to the delivery of Khalilah Elise and Elijah Samir Kearney. Congratulations to the proud papa and a speedy recovery to the lovely mother.}

this is a test 2

After months of staring at this computer screen, I am ready to share the second version of my thesis project:



http://viralvinyl.com/hs/hscomS1.htm

The Hamlet Safety Project is an experiment in
comprehension through music.

It seeks to emphasize understanding through connecting contemporary musical language with that of classical literature. And considering how popular music, and hip-hop specifically, has helped spread English and slang around the world, I'm curious to see if these connections can make it easier for people who are learning English as a second language as well as those trying to understand the messages of Shakespeare.

Please feel free to respond with any questions or problems you have with this presentation.
o:{thanks!}

(and keep an eye out for a little remix business coming soon)