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Ngwako T. Malakalaka of Kofifi FM hosted the legendary Steve Dyer to discuss his latest project, Multipolar.
The full conversation is available on The K Jazz Show:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbEe...
open.spotify.com/episode/1PoZ...
The full conversation is available on The K Jazz Show:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbEe...
open.spotify.com/episode/1PoZ...
November 30, 2025 at 4:24 AM
Ngwako T. Malakalaka of Kofifi FM hosted the legendary Steve Dyer to discuss his latest project, Multipolar.
The full conversation is available on The K Jazz Show:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbEe...
open.spotify.com/episode/1PoZ...
The full conversation is available on The K Jazz Show:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=kbEe...
open.spotify.com/episode/1PoZ...
This week in Ropeadope history…The first ropeadope release from Greg Hester - rollicking soul from Augusta Georgia - favorite track 'The Corner'
Hustlers, Killers, and Thieves by Greg Hester: greghester.bandcamp.com/album/hustle...
Hustlers, Killers, and Thieves by Greg Hester: greghester.bandcamp.com/album/hustle...
November 26, 2025 at 4:35 PM
This week in Ropeadope history…The first ropeadope release from Greg Hester - rollicking soul from Augusta Georgia - favorite track 'The Corner'
Hustlers, Killers, and Thieves by Greg Hester: greghester.bandcamp.com/album/hustle...
Hustlers, Killers, and Thieves by Greg Hester: greghester.bandcamp.com/album/hustle...
This week in Ropeadope history…Way back when, we fell in love with this unique band from pennsylvania. Carefully crafted songs with a bit of jam and an Appalachian twang.
Leap by Cabinet: cabinet.bandcamp.com/album/leap
Leap by Cabinet: cabinet.bandcamp.com/album/leap
November 26, 2025 at 12:05 AM
This week in Ropeadope history…Way back when, we fell in love with this unique band from pennsylvania. Carefully crafted songs with a bit of jam and an Appalachian twang.
Leap by Cabinet: cabinet.bandcamp.com/album/leap
Leap by Cabinet: cabinet.bandcamp.com/album/leap
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of the great Jimmy Cliff. Today we pay tribute to a true original; Jimmy Cliff paved the way for many, articulating both the struggle and the beauty of Jamaica.
November 25, 2025 at 3:37 AM
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of the great Jimmy Cliff. Today we pay tribute to a true original; Jimmy Cliff paved the way for many, articulating both the struggle and the beauty of Jamaica.
This week in Ropeadope history… Ifa Lomkhono by Mbuso Khoza
Ifa Lomkhono:
ropeadopeselect.bandcamp.com/album/ifa-lo...
Ifa Lomkhono:
ropeadopeselect.bandcamp.com/album/ifa-lo...
November 25, 2025 at 3:37 AM
This week in Ropeadope history… Ifa Lomkhono by Mbuso Khoza
Ifa Lomkhono:
ropeadopeselect.bandcamp.com/album/ifa-lo...
Ifa Lomkhono:
ropeadopeselect.bandcamp.com/album/ifa-lo...
This week in Ropeadope history… On a snowy day in Manhattan, RSVP Records founder Sput Searight sat down with Louis Cato and worked out the plan to release Cato's debut album. Almost 10 years later we can say - these are GOOD songs.
Starting Now:
medium.com/@arispect/lo...
Starting Now:
medium.com/@arispect/lo...
November 22, 2025 at 3:28 AM
This week in Ropeadope history… On a snowy day in Manhattan, RSVP Records founder Sput Searight sat down with Louis Cato and worked out the plan to release Cato's debut album. Almost 10 years later we can say - these are GOOD songs.
Starting Now:
medium.com/@arispect/lo...
Starting Now:
medium.com/@arispect/lo...
This week “in Ropeadope history…An album with diverse themes that exude Mexicanness."
Imperfecto by Troker:
trokermusic.bandcamp.com/album/imperf...
Imperfecto by Troker:
trokermusic.bandcamp.com/album/imperf...
November 19, 2025 at 12:32 AM
This week “in Ropeadope history…An album with diverse themes that exude Mexicanness."
Imperfecto by Troker:
trokermusic.bandcamp.com/album/imperf...
Imperfecto by Troker:
trokermusic.bandcamp.com/album/imperf...
“In Flight” The Zela Margossian Quintet is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/8/...
November 14, 2025 at 6:56 PM
“In Flight” The Zela Margossian Quintet is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/8/...
This week in Ropeadope history… Gary Novak, Tim Lefebvre, and Scott Kinsey are joined by Kokayi, Rachel Eckroth, Jason LIndner and more on this explosive album. Favorite Track: Bloody Leaves
End Of Daze by Ego Mondo:
ego-mondo.bandcamp.com/album/end-of...
End Of Daze by Ego Mondo:
ego-mondo.bandcamp.com/album/end-of...
November 14, 2025 at 2:06 AM
This week in Ropeadope history… Gary Novak, Tim Lefebvre, and Scott Kinsey are joined by Kokayi, Rachel Eckroth, Jason LIndner and more on this explosive album. Favorite Track: Bloody Leaves
End Of Daze by Ego Mondo:
ego-mondo.bandcamp.com/album/end-of...
End Of Daze by Ego Mondo:
ego-mondo.bandcamp.com/album/end-of...
Andrea Molinari’s “Red Light, Green Light” was featured on CKCU FM 93.1 Yow Jazz Mixtape. Follow the link below to learn more.
CkCU FM 93.1 Jazz Mixtape:
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/639...
CkCU FM 93.1 Jazz Mixtape:
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/639...
November 13, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Andrea Molinari’s “Red Light, Green Light” was featured on CKCU FM 93.1 Yow Jazz Mixtape. Follow the link below to learn more.
CkCU FM 93.1 Jazz Mixtape:
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/639...
CkCU FM 93.1 Jazz Mixtape:
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/639...
This week in Ropeadope history… The great Shaun Martin presented his third solo effort alongside friends and bandmates Mike Mitchell on drums and Matt Ramsey on bass. The album is titled Three-O.
Three-O by Shaun Martin: shaunmartin.bandcamp.com/album/three-o
Three-O by Shaun Martin: shaunmartin.bandcamp.com/album/three-o
November 13, 2025 at 2:01 AM
This week in Ropeadope history… The great Shaun Martin presented his third solo effort alongside friends and bandmates Mike Mitchell on drums and Matt Ramsey on bass. The album is titled Three-O.
Three-O by Shaun Martin: shaunmartin.bandcamp.com/album/three-o
Three-O by Shaun Martin: shaunmartin.bandcamp.com/album/three-o
Jim Shahen Jr. of Times Union review of Bright Dog Red’s “Never Would We”, calling it a fresh, free-form journey through the band’s boundary-pushing sound.
Never Would We album review: www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
Never Would We album review: www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
November 12, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Jim Shahen Jr. of Times Union review of Bright Dog Red’s “Never Would We”, calling it a fresh, free-form journey through the band’s boundary-pushing sound.
Never Would We album review: www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
Never Would We album review: www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
This week in Ropeadope history…After years of live collaborations, Charles Owens. Andrew Randazzo, and Devonne Harris spent a day putting down 'A Day With Us’.
A Day With Us by The Charles Owens Trio: charlesowens.bandcamp.com/album/a-day-...
A Day With Us by The Charles Owens Trio: charlesowens.bandcamp.com/album/a-day-...
November 12, 2025 at 12:39 AM
This week in Ropeadope history…After years of live collaborations, Charles Owens. Andrew Randazzo, and Devonne Harris spent a day putting down 'A Day With Us’.
A Day With Us by The Charles Owens Trio: charlesowens.bandcamp.com/album/a-day-...
A Day With Us by The Charles Owens Trio: charlesowens.bandcamp.com/album/a-day-...
This week in Ropeadope history… Krishna Booker and Diana Purim Moreira brought this gem to us in 2021. A wide range of style is focused and unique.
País Da Maravilha (Wonderland)
by Eyedentity: eyedentity.bandcamp.com/album/pa-s-d...
País Da Maravilha (Wonderland)
by Eyedentity: eyedentity.bandcamp.com/album/pa-s-d...
November 10, 2025 at 7:36 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… Krishna Booker and Diana Purim Moreira brought this gem to us in 2021. A wide range of style is focused and unique.
País Da Maravilha (Wonderland)
by Eyedentity: eyedentity.bandcamp.com/album/pa-s-d...
País Da Maravilha (Wonderland)
by Eyedentity: eyedentity.bandcamp.com/album/pa-s-d...
This week in Ropeadope history… It’s about seizing the opportunity to do something with your craft, to make an impact and share a perspective.' (Sarah Elizabeth Charles)
Black Canvas by Sarah Elizabeth Charles: ropeadope.com/store/sarah-...
Black Canvas by Sarah Elizabeth Charles: ropeadope.com/store/sarah-...
November 7, 2025 at 6:56 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… It’s about seizing the opportunity to do something with your craft, to make an impact and share a perspective.' (Sarah Elizabeth Charles)
Black Canvas by Sarah Elizabeth Charles: ropeadope.com/store/sarah-...
Black Canvas by Sarah Elizabeth Charles: ropeadope.com/store/sarah-...
Congratulations to Lakecia Benjamin on her 2026 Grammy nomination!
November 7, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Congratulations to Lakecia Benjamin on her 2026 Grammy nomination!
Jonathan Patrizio of The Metroland reviews Bright Dog Red’s Never Would We, praising its bold fusion of jazz, metal, and experimental sound.
“Never Would We” Album review: www.themetroland.com/blog-main/al...
“Never Would We” Album review: www.themetroland.com/blog-main/al...
November 7, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Jonathan Patrizio of The Metroland reviews Bright Dog Red’s Never Would We, praising its bold fusion of jazz, metal, and experimental sound.
“Never Would We” Album review: www.themetroland.com/blog-main/al...
“Never Would We” Album review: www.themetroland.com/blog-main/al...
Sampled by Adam Meckler Orchestra is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/11...
November 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Sampled by Adam Meckler Orchestra is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/11...
This week in Ropeadope history… From the roots twang to the distorted overdrive, the guitar is the perfect vehicle for the delivery of the strikingly eclectic music of Olli Hirvonen.
Kielo by Olli Hrvonen: ollihirvonen.bandcamp.com/album/kielo
Kielo by Olli Hrvonen: ollihirvonen.bandcamp.com/album/kielo
November 6, 2025 at 11:45 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… From the roots twang to the distorted overdrive, the guitar is the perfect vehicle for the delivery of the strikingly eclectic music of Olli Hirvonen.
Kielo by Olli Hrvonen: ollihirvonen.bandcamp.com/album/kielo
Kielo by Olli Hrvonen: ollihirvonen.bandcamp.com/album/kielo
This week in Ropeadope history…2007 - the third in The Experiment Series, produced by Aaron Levinson. Deep dive into Harlem history.
The Harlem Experiment by The Harlem Experiment: ropeadope.bandcamp.com/album/the-ha...
The Harlem Experiment by The Harlem Experiment: ropeadope.bandcamp.com/album/the-ha...
November 6, 2025 at 12:28 AM
This week in Ropeadope history…2007 - the third in The Experiment Series, produced by Aaron Levinson. Deep dive into Harlem history.
The Harlem Experiment by The Harlem Experiment: ropeadope.bandcamp.com/album/the-ha...
The Harlem Experiment by The Harlem Experiment: ropeadope.bandcamp.com/album/the-ha...
Join Sonya Belaya tomorrow night at Joe’s Pub (NYC) for the release of her new album Dacha, as she performs the work live!
Sonya live showcase:
publictheater.org/performances...
Sonya live showcase:
publictheater.org/performances...
November 5, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Join Sonya Belaya tomorrow night at Joe’s Pub (NYC) for the release of her new album Dacha, as she performs the work live!
Sonya live showcase:
publictheater.org/performances...
Sonya live showcase:
publictheater.org/performances...
This week in Ropeadope history… Another interesting project from Nick Bockrath, with Barney Cortez. Home recordings before home recordings were everywhere.
Loverdose by Rich Mystics: richmystics.bandcamp.com/album/loverd...
Loverdose by Rich Mystics: richmystics.bandcamp.com/album/loverd...
November 4, 2025 at 11:49 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… Another interesting project from Nick Bockrath, with Barney Cortez. Home recordings before home recordings were everywhere.
Loverdose by Rich Mystics: richmystics.bandcamp.com/album/loverd...
Loverdose by Rich Mystics: richmystics.bandcamp.com/album/loverd...
This week in Ropeadope history… A solid collection of classic American tunes from southern soulman Greg Hester.
Get a copy here: ropeadope.com/store/greg-h...
Get a copy here: ropeadope.com/store/greg-h...
November 4, 2025 at 12:17 AM
This week in Ropeadope history… A solid collection of classic American tunes from southern soulman Greg Hester.
Get a copy here: ropeadope.com/store/greg-h...
Get a copy here: ropeadope.com/store/greg-h...
Author Sisgwen delves into an elegant exploration of Steve Dyer’s latest release Multipolar, revealing the inspirations and insights that shaped his latest work.
Link below:
sisgwenjazz.wordpress.com/author/sisgw...
Link below:
sisgwenjazz.wordpress.com/author/sisgw...
November 2, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Author Sisgwen delves into an elegant exploration of Steve Dyer’s latest release Multipolar, revealing the inspirations and insights that shaped his latest work.
Link below:
sisgwenjazz.wordpress.com/author/sisgw...
Link below:
sisgwenjazz.wordpress.com/author/sisgw...
Paul Giess Just uploaded a live performance “A Falling Tree Makes More Noise Than a Growing Forest” on YouTube.
Learn more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAi...
Learn more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAi...
October 31, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Paul Giess Just uploaded a live performance “A Falling Tree Makes More Noise Than a Growing Forest” on YouTube.
Learn more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAi...
Learn more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAi...