Every week XLR8R TV goes behind the scenes with the musicians, artists and scenes covered in the pages of XLR8R. Since our debut episode in March 2007, we've gone go-karting with Modeselektor, country music shopping with Devin the Dude, schooled you in Dubstep and Detroit Ghettotech, given pro tips... Read More
Lisbon, Portugal's Buraka Som Sistema breathes new life into a strange and exciting form of dance music from Angola.
Buraka Som Sistema has become a European sensation, thanks to their unique take on kuduro, a strain of dance music from Luanda, Angola. Most recently, the band has worked with M.I.A. to produce the song "Sound of Kuduro," currently making the rounds on YouTube and their newest album, Black Diamond. Kuduro originated with resourceful Angolan DJs—who managed to turn free computer sample sounds from outdated PCs into some of the most kick-ass and energetic dance music around.
over 3 years ago
@alexwingrove Episode is postponed... it's their "late spring break" :) http://ow.ly/1Il73
over 3 years ago
This resourceful Brooklyn duo makes a song from warped, rip-off artist cassettes - http://ow.ly/Yi9l
over 3 years ago
British house producers @LVIS1990 and DJ Bok Bok talk about their influential London party & label, Night Slugs: http://ow.ly/VHMB
over 3 years ago
Bumpin' off 2010 with SF house and techno label founder Claude VonStroke on a ride through the history of Dirtybird: http://ow.ly/T0cy
over 3 years ago
We will resume regular programming beginning next week, starting fresh for 2010. Have a great new year celebration, everyone!
over 4 years ago
First episode of City Guide: What's hot in food and music in LA, NY, SF & Chicago! http://ow.ly/B5kZ
