{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6685425d4cb273e4617c0bc3/66aa0844dcc0b601b36d13e1?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Gilles Peterson","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/6685425d4cb273e4617c0bc3/1722419119610-78b88d53-c232-4073-9e39-031cce69f468.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Imagine if you got to \"exchange moments\" with Quincy Jones to inspire your creativity? </p><p><br></p><p>In this episode I sat down to discover new references from Gilles Peterson, world-renowned DJ, BBC radio host, founder of Brownswood Recordings, Worldwide FM (which is also in the Grand Theft Auto video game!), and Worldwide Festival.</p><p><br></p><p>Gilles shared his lifelong passion for jazz, funk, electronic, and hip-hop music, and the icons, places, moments, and scenes he has taken inspiration from over the years. Gilles' references in this episode cover a diverse range of musical genres, artists, records, and notable moments in music history. Here’s a summary:</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Talkin' Loud Records: Known for acid jazz and dance music, featuring artists like Galliano.</li><li>Island Records: A legendary label with artists like Bob Marley and U2.</li><li>Earth, Wind &amp; Fire: An iconic band blending R&amp;B, soul, funk, jazz, disco, pop, rock, dance, and more.</li><li>Sly and Robbie: Renowned Jamaican rhythm section and production duo.</li><li>Quincy Jones: A multifaceted music producer, conductor, arranger, composer, and trumpeter.</li><li>Herbie Hancock: An influential jazz pianist and composer.</li><li>Hiroshi Fukumura: A Japanese jazz trombonist.</li><li>Marshall Allen: A long-time member of the Sun Ra Arkestra.</li><li>Flying Lotus: A record producer, DJ, and rapper known for experimental electronic music.</li><li>Amy Winehouse: A critically acclaimed singer-songwriter known for her deep, expressive contralto vocals.</li><li>Cleo Sol: A British singer and songwriter with soulful music.</li><li>Robbie Vincent on Radio London: Influential DJ in the UK soul scene.</li><li>Greg Edwards on Capital Radio in the 80s: Another key figure in the UK soul and funk scenes.</li><li>Radio Libre and Radio Nova in Paris: Known for eclectic and groundbreaking music programming.</li><li>Lockdown FM: Broadcasting in a Pandemic: A nod to radio’s role during COVID-19 lockdowns.</li><li>Light of the World: British jazz-funk band.</li><li>Mandrill: An American band known for blending funk, Latin, and R&amp;B.</li><li>The Last Poets: Pioneers of spoken word and hip-hop.</li><li>Louie Vega &amp; Elements of Life: A project blending house music with live instrumentation.</li><li>Detroit Techno: A genre originating from Detroit, blending electronic music with funk and futuristic sounds.</li><li>We Out Here festival: A celebration of jazz and genre-defying music.</li><li>X the Tracks festival: Another notable music festival.</li><li>Yussef Dayes' Album: Black Classical Music&nbsp;</li><li>\"Take The Box\" by Amy Winehouse: A notable track by the late artist.</li><li>A Love Supreme by John Coltrane: A landmark jazz album.</li><li>The Comet Is Coming, Nubya Garcia: Notable modern jazz artists pushing the genre's boundaries.</li><li>Future Bubblers: A talent discovery and development program.</li><li>Steve Reid Foundation: Supporting musicians and artists.</li><li>Tony Harlow and Max Lusada at Warner Music: Key figures in the music industry.</li><li>Tito Puente: Celebrated master of the timbales.</li><li>Bobby Caldwell: Known for his smooth vocal style and songwriting.</li><li>High Tension, Soul 2 Soul, The Fatback Band: Influential groups in the funk and soul genres.</li><li>Mark Murphy: A celebrated jazz vocalist.</li><li>Kenny Garrett and Sounds From The Ancestors: Acknowledging the influential jazz saxophonist.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>These references paint a rich tapestry of Gilles’ musical influences and the breadth of his musical knowledge, spanning genres, eras, and geographical boundaries.</p>","author_name":"Alex Bennett Grant"}