Many, many years ago in a world identical to ours, a cosmic adventurer named Khimmy J (aka Space Bunny) set out to discover the mysteries of the universe. As an inhabitant of Space City, located on Planet Peace Uv Mine, Khimmy always felt that there was a greater force at work. She spent years in The Gold Room observing the cosmos, waiting for a sign. Then it happened one day: as she was scanning the deepest recesses of Radio Galaxy, her instruments detected a faint thumping sound that seemed to originate from beyond its borders.

Khimmy’s mission became clear – she had to travel to the edge of Radiogalaxy to find the source of the thump. Her journey took her to fantastic new worlds that no one from Planet Peace Uv Mine had ever laid eyes upon, as well as a number of strange, fantastic creatures. As she drifted further into Radiogalaxy and closer to the thump, she noticed a wide trail of destruction before here. The corpses of some of the more powerful creatures, including The Caldwell, The Maxwell, and the all powerful Luther, laid battered and broken, with their remains scattered across the universe.
The trail of destruction led Khimmy to Kong City, home of the most powerful and evolved form of life in Radiogalaxy. They went by many names, but the only name ever spoken was that of their leader, King Coz. King Coz was an immensely large gorilla-like creature, covered in a coat of golden fur and possessed unimaginable power. King Coz took a liking to Khimmy, and revealed all of the mysteries of Kong City in due time.

The greatest of these mysteries is revealed after a lengthy stay in this magical land, where King Coz introduces Khimmy to the source of the thump, the all-powerful being known as…. well, you’ll have to listen to the story to find out. The end of this wonderful tale remained unknown for centuries, but is now revealed to you in this fabled tale of Radio Galaxy.

via Ethos Music Group

The Stir Happy Hour has really built up a reputation for showcasing Deejays with excellent taste in music. That type of open minded, progressive thinking has transformed the night life experience in Houston. So much that recent events have had Fire Marshalls called to regulate attendance. Nevertheless the beat goes on and the party don’t stop…..This past Labor Day Weekend was a testament to that. DJ SoulOne didn’t disappoint with his crafty blends and dedication to keeping the good vibes flowing….Here is part One of the LIVE at The Aloft mix by DJ SoulOne….Enjoy!

Download The Live At The Aloft Mix

Subscribe to Peace Uv Mine Radio on iTunes

FILE NAME: Mr. Lif

REAL NAME: Unknonwn

CURRENT WHEREABOUTS: Unknown

CASE FILE 4815162342: Unresolved

Known for his lyrical ability, commentary on politics, and love for the culture of hip-hop Mr. Lif has ever been the elusive champion for this artform. The Boston native has blessed us with music since 1998 with the release of his first 12′ record “Elektro.” Two EP’s and three albums later, one of hip-hops teachers finds time to sit and display his thoughts with us on the music, his life, and current events.

Sit back and listen as The Progress Report “Enters The Colossus” on this the second edition of Extra Credit

Mr. Lif Extra Credit Tracklisting

1. Pull Out Your Cut
2. Inhuman Capabilities feat. Akrobatik
3. Murs Iz My Manager feat. Murs
4. Live From The Plantation
5. Collapse The Walls
6. Settle The Score
7. New Mans Theme
8. I Phantom feat. El-P
9. The Fries
10. I Heard It Today
11. Elektro
12. Dawn

Download The Progress Report Extra Credit Mr. Lif

Subscribe to Peace Uv Mine Radio on iTunes

Soft Surroundings is an aural invitation into a world of Krystal Hardwick’s creation. A world of sonic and emotional vibrations that skip and reverberate like rays from the sun. If you allow yourself to be guided, it’s inevitable you’ll fall under the spell she’s spun. Hardwick’s moody and seductive vocals lead you into a place where sadness and introspection can be as colorful and funky as joy. Despite it’s overall theme of melancholia, ‘Soft Surroundings’ leaves one with the feeling that Hardwick certainly found a sense of freedom and relief in the expression of her darker emotions through song. I’m intrigued to see what else from Ms.Hardwick is still yet to unfurl. Undoubtedly, if more artists followed her lead and looked within, they too would find their honest skin. Krystal Hardwick is definitely finding hers and she’s inviting you in.
Her debut album, The Tale of Two Fish, will be released this Winter……

*Soft Surroundings is a collection of early recordings by Krystal Hardwick*
Mixed by FGP at The Fotomat, Hueston, TX
Liner Notes: Terrence Lathan

Download The Krystal Hardwick Soft Surroundings Mix

Subscribe to Peace Uv Mine Radio on iTunes

One might have hoped that, by this hour, the very sight of chains on Black flesh, or the very sight of chains, would be so intolerable a sight for the American people, and so unbearable a memory, that they would themselves spontaneously rise up and strike off the manacles. But, no, they appear to glory in their chains; now, more than ever, they appear to measure their safety in chains and corpses. ~ James Baldwin

The above-mentioned quotation is from James Baldwin’s An Open Letter to My Sister Angela Davis . I choose to begin this post with that quote because a) its Baldwin b) its a brilliant truth and c) I was introduced to George Jackson by reading Angela. Regardless of how one views our fight for liberation, or those who fought and continue to fight that good fight, we must acknowledge the sacrifices of so many men and women who only had our ultimate freedom in mind and at heart.

Immediately upon beginning George Jackson’s Blood In My Eye I felt inspired and strong and a part of something amazing, resplendent, brutal and real. He reminded me so much of Malcolm (which hardly anyone does), especially his journey from street kid to master-mind. Our brothers are so beautiful… George, like Malcolm found himself behind prison walls at an early age. Growing up on the hard and impoverished streets of Chicago, Jackson acknowledged that prison seemed an inevitability for Black boys. So, in the sad tradition that has become the reality for so many of our men, George was incarcerated for stealing seventy dollars from a gas station cash register at eighteen. I don’t defend or condone theft, or any crime for that matter, but I certainly understand the complexities at play when one considers a sentence of one year to life for such a trivial offense. Today, we call this system the prison industrial complex and a form of neo slavery.

Jackson would approve of our progress in identifying it as such. It’s progress, a progress almost as beautiful as watching a man child argue the complexities of American facism with his mother, that brings us one step closer to emancipation. Those are my favorite letters from Jackson’s Soledad Brother, him attempting to comfort his mother’s grieving heart, but also explain to her why him putting his life in danger, every day, for our freedom and evolution was so necessary.

Jackson’s mother lost both her sons to our freedom struggle- Jonthan, just a baby of seventeen years when he died, was fearless, audacious and urgently for our cause. It was August 7, 1970 when Jonathan pulled weapons and held up a courtroom in an attempt to free the Soledad Brothers, including William Christmas, James McClain, and Ruchell Magee, (he perished in the throws of the escape). The state would finally succeed in assassinating George as well. He was murdered August 21, 1971.

It was Mumia Abu Jamal (who was scheduled to be executed on August 17, 1995) that began to to link together other revolutionary events and movements that took place during the month of August. So although Black August began with a desire to commemorate the lives of George, Jonathan and the other slain brothers, it has become a celebration of the lives and efforts of all past and present political prisoners, including the likes of Mumia, Herman Bell, Sundiata Acoli, Angela Davis, Assata Shakur and Mutulu Shakur- to name a few.

I try, at least a few times a year, to write letters to the political prisoners that I admire in an effort to offer my thanks and solidarity for all that they have sacrificed. A list of political prisoners and addresses (although the addresses may not be up to date) can be found here . My sister-friend,Aisha, who is a public defendant and a revolutionary in her own right, suggests that the addresses be cross referenced with the federal prison database to ensure accuracy (since most political prisoners are held in federal prisons).

In addition to taking a moment to write a letter to our brothers and sisters who have indeed traded their freedom for ours, you can join me on Thursday (August 26th) at Lincoln Center for the screening of Dream Hampton ’s Black August: A Hip Hop Benefit Concert. Details of the event can be found here .

I wanted to say so much more in this post, but time restraints and fatigue prevent me from “going in”. Use the web to begin the study our liberation movements and Black August (if you have not already). I’ll leave you with one of my favorite George Jackson quotes that always makes me think about my personal desires and dedication towards my own emancipation and the emancipation of my people:

Settle your quarrels, come together, understand the reality of our situation, understand that fascism is already here, that people are already dying who could be saved, that generations more will live poor butchered half-lives if you fail to act. Do what must be done, discover your humanity and your love in revolution.

Free ‘em all!!!

DJ SoulOne dives into the legendary Motown Records, sharing with us some of his favorites from the classic imprint. While releasing some of the most well produced, written, and performed music of ALL TIME, perfection was the standard for Motown….ENJOY!!

1. The Temptations – Psychadelic Shack (Intro)
2. The Marvelettes – My Baby Must Be A Magician
3. Yvonne Fair – Let Your Hair Down
4. The Miracles – Give Me One More Day
5. The Miracles – Do It Baby
6. The Jackson 5 – It’s Great To Be Here
7. Eddie Kendricks – Keep On Truckin’
8. The Spinners – It’s A Shame
9. Stevie Wonder – Too High
10.The Supremes – It’s Time To Break Down
11.Martha & The Vandellas – Nowhere To Run
12.Gladys Knight & The Pips – Who Is She (And What Is She To You)
13.The Four Tops – Reach Out (I’ll Be There)
14.Jr. walker & The All Stars – Shotgun
15.Edwin Starr – Twenty Five Miles
16.Chris Clark – Love’s Gone Bad
17.Marvin Gaye – Anger
18.Marvin Gaye – What’s Happening Brother
19.Willie Hutch – Ain’t That (Mellow, Mellow)
20.The Temptations – (I Know) I’m Losing You
21.The Commodores – High On Sunshine
22.The Originals – Sunrise
23.Eddie Kendricks – Intimate Friends
24.David Ruffin – Common Man
25.Mary Wells – Two Lovers
26.Diana Ross – The Interim
27.Stevie Wonder – Golden Lady

Download The Motown Mix

Subscribe to Peace Uv Mine Radio on iTunes

Ideas Unlimited, Taste of Class Ent. & Urban Limelight Marketing present The Soulcial Series……a concert series bringing you the Foreign Exchange, Sy Smith, Darien Brockington, and Zo! to the great city of Hueston. You definitely don’t want to miss this showcase.

For more information click here

This month the focus will be on the legacy of Philly Soul and Philadelphia International Records……

ROOTamentary examines the cross-section of generations, races, and cultures being exposed to Blues, Funk, Soul, and Jazz music. The program also promotes the significance of the “mom-and-pop” record store and the importance of vinyl preservation. This experience is designed to create a hyperlink that connects
success to the stories of those recording artists that built the foundation. Young artists will be exposed to their musical predecessors to draw inspiration that will enhance the quality of their musicianship.

ROOTamentary is more than a history lesson; it is a portal for what the future will sound like.

Produced on a monthly basis, The Stir Happy Hour Series is a place where like-minded professionals can engage in casual conversation that lead to profitable connections. An atmosphere that provides relatable music mixes to conjure a jovial spirit. Peace Uv Mine’s own DJ SoulOne will be the featured DJ for the month of September. You don’t want to miss his set.

For more information check out Stir Happy Hour