Its a return to form this week with a relaxing mix of chillout tunes with both female AND male vocals. Yes, I do like male vocals, for those that have asked! I’ve also got the winners of the Natalie Walker CD contest this week, care of Dorado Records and IODA Promonet. Hey, I hope you all have updated your iTunes and are checking out the Genius feature. We want to make sure indie music is representing out there! I’m already getting some pretty cool playlists generated and I’m excited to see how they’ll evolve over time. BTW, I lied when I said I’d have 1 free download this week; I’ve got several for you to enjoy!
I’ve been so distracted this week that I totally forgot about Labor Day weekend, so instead of one of my traditional extended holiday DJ mixes, I’ve got a very sensual set of Lovely Ladies to seduce and delight you! And anyway, I just gave you an extended mix 2 weeks ago with my Road Trip Mix… Lots of new releases this week including several special permissions so enjoy!
This week I present to you an eclectic mix of Podsafe Music Network artists; from loungey jazz to rustic country folk, from dream pop to neo-psychedelia to world beat. There’s 3 new album cuts in the mix, including an incredible duet from two nationally known artists.
Recorded this last Thursday or Friday, a bit late getting it out… There are so many incredibly talented ladies this show that I am super pleased and delighted to share this with The Chillcast subscribers, as well. The wind is howling outside my windows, but this music makes me feel warm and fuzzy inside. (Sorry Cat - saw you added phoentics to your PMN account now that so many of us podcasters mispronounced your name!)
Playlist:
“Her Favourite Song” The GenevievesCliches Are Such A Bore (2007)
Rather than simply type up my Top 20 podsafe picks for 2006, I figured I’d put together a special episode of The Chillcast so you can hear them yourself! It was actually pretty difficult to keep the list to just 20, I have to admit. The quality of podsafe music just keeps increasing as the weeks and months go by, and I’m sure there’s still more great tracks from 2006 left for me to discover in coming episodes. I’m definitely looking forward to the new crop of podsafe tracks of 2007!
Playlist:
“Things We Do” Soular SoundJazzflora 2 (2006 Dealers of Nordic Music)
“Little White Roses” Paul & PriceSounds Like Sex 2 (2006 RedCola)
Skipping the Christmas music this week to present, instead, one of the best episodes to date! Nothing but gorgeous female vocal majesty, my friends. I guarantee you will want to listen to this episode multiple times.
The Chillcast presents the best new podsafe music, hosted by "the sexiest voice in podcasting," Anji Bee of Lovespirals. Chill out to a smooth mix of electronica, jazz, soul, and world music each week - plus special interview features, video editions, extended DJ mixes, and CD contests. Every week Anji picks a Featured Artist free mp3 download too!
"Anji Bee has the sexiest voice in podcasting!"
-- Adam Curry of Daily Source Code
"Anji's sweet, sweet, sweet, sweet voice... I remember the first time I ever heard her, way back in the day, I said she could read me a Chinese menu or the phone book and I would be all happy!"
-- C.C. Chapman of Accident Hash
"Anji's voice wouldn't be out of place in a smoky jazz or blues bar somewhere down in a dimly lit cellar. Sultry with a voice like syrupy silky satin with a marshmallow middle and a honey topping."
-- Most Recognizable Voices in Podcasting, Sept. 2007
"Cosiness abounds as the silken voiced Anji Bee - lead singer of chillout band Lovespirals - pours a cocktail of mellow dance music. Mmm..."
-- Radio Times, July 2007
"If you're looking for a different brand of 'grown and sexy' in the podcast world, check out Anji Bee. This young lady is bringing it - from production, to her voice, to the music selection - she is doing her thazizzle!"
-- Fave of Friday Favecast
"No other voice in the podosphere is more sultry than Anji Bee."
-- Macedonia, Radio BSOTS
"Anji Bee, a musician and former radio DJ, gives "stage" to artists who might not otherwise be discovered. Bee's podcast exposes me to independent artists I've never heard of, and subscribing to it eliminates the need to forage for new music."
- La Shawn Barber's Corner
"Enjoying The Chillcast. It's seriously awesome. I listen to them like over and over again."
-- Julien Smith of In Over Your Head
"I just love the tunes Anji Bee selects and her comments on them. I no longer have to search for music to be creative; I just susbcribe to The Chillcast."
-- Karen of Rumor Girls
"Like having a cocktail of lovely tunes and honey poured directly into your ear. Well-chosen music, voice links that make you feel cosy inside, it all adds up to an essential weekly download."
-- Good Podcast Guide, Nov 2006
"If you're in the mood for chillout music, this should be your first stop. Her voice alone is the perfect complement for a long drive or any escape from the hectic rush of everday life. You're gonna love it."
-- DJ Come of Age, Nov 2007