At first, it was a project meant to celebrate the indescribable feeling of making it through another lonnnng Montreal winter. Then, it became a form of catharsis for me to grieve the memory of my mom, who passed away a few years ago now. I’ve thought a few times that this project might have run its course, but as I got a lot of very kind feedback from listeners, I think it has come to mean something for them too. Hopefully, it does to you too.

So here we are with another selection of songs to heal, uplift, cry, love and laugh.

Dedicated to all our loved ones.
Dedicated to my mom.
Peace with every step.

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Resavoir – Far Cry
Elori Saxl & Henry Solomo – A Thousand Steps
Terrace Martin – Perspective of Purpose (feat. Keyon Harrold)
Nightmares On Wax – Desire
Devon Russell – Darker Than Blue
Jalen Ngonda – All About Me
Mel and Tim – Keep the Faith
Shungu & Ruqqiyah – Did You Hear The News
Knxwledge – Loosechnge
BLVCK SPVDE – New romantic ode to dil witherz
GENA – You’ve Outdone Yourself Today
9DAYS – Under Yellow
Little Simz – Only (feat. Lydia Kitto)
Henri Salvador – À la claire fontaine
Leo Middea – Notícias de Puglia
Marlena Shaw – Look at Me, Look at You (We’re Flying)
Taeko Onuki – Tokai
Nancy Wilson – Sunshine
Imani – Just Another Love Song
Black – Disco My Girl
Brahja – 777 For All Humankind
Devin Dare – Whouvotin4
Ego Ella May – What You Waiting For
Ron Juan – Party People
Roberta Flack – Qual E Malindrinho
Sunshine – If This is Free
Flea – A Plea
Sonic Youth – In & Out
Stereolab – Flashes in the Afternoon
Posner – South
Fourtet – T246 130ish Electribe Plaits
Sun Ra Arkestra – Chopin (Calibre Remix)
Suburban Architecture – Stairways
Takuya Nakamura – Liquid Nice
Yasuko Agawa – You Bring The Sun Out
Sister Irene O’Connor – Light (John 8:12)
Astrud Gilberto, Joao Gilberto, Stan Getz – It Might As Well Be Spring
Evie Sands – Angel of the Morning
The Langley Schools Music Project – God Only Knows

From the return of Jill Scott, new jazz funk boogie from Jeroboam, balearic house from Pleasure Voyage to psych soul from the band Air, New Zealand spiritual jazz from The Circling Sun, and classic bossa fusion from Agustin Pereyra Lucena, Spacewalker covers all the bases.

Let’s dive in!

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Other Lands – Energy (Replenished) | Neroli
D.D. Mirage – Antenna | Isle of Jura
Léna C. – Bat Kare | Earthly Measures
Makez feat. 30/70 & dreamcastmoe – Define Us | No Art
Jill Scott – Pressha | Blues Babe
Leo’s Sunshipp – Madame Butterfly | Lyon’s Record Co.
Jéroboam – Space Grapes
Rosa Brunello – Chance Upon Chance (Bopperson remix) | Domanda
On the Reg – Breakz in Bairez | Shades of Sound
l’oggetto – DIPPE | MKDF
Pleasure Voyage – Reunion | Constellation Tatsu
Uptown Funk Empire – You’ve Got to Have Freedom (937 dub) | Escola
XL Regular, Helena Casella & Moene – Session 2 | Artisjok
Neue Grafik – 1200 Prophecy | Week-end
Paul West – Icarus | Rocky Hill
Soyuz – Krok | Mr Bongo
Air – Realize | Embryo
Agustin Pereyra Lucena – Guayabas | Cabal
The Circling Sun – Mizu | Soundway

Recorded at SAT in Montreal on February 28th – March 1st. Video produced by Glimmerglass

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Set features a lovely mix of anthems, forgotten gems and soon to be classics. Pure vibes in the place!

Recorded at SAT in Montreal on February 28th – March 1st. Video produced by Glimmerglass

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@JL_Razza: I’ve been collecting Irish records of all genres for many years. All of these 7inchs, 12inchs and albums are from my own collection. Because it’s a small island with a small population, records are harder to find. There were many great bands who just released a few records, did a few gigs and disappeared.

Often the vinyl run was 200-500 copies. I’m attempting here to weave these together with some newer music and with spoken word pieces also whilst keeping a nice flow. I’m playing with pitch control and wrong speeds too. Ireland is a country obsessed with music but outside of Ireland much of the house, disco, boogie, post-punk, jazz-funk, reggae and deviant pop stuff released on vinyl is unknown.

I hope this mix exposes the great talent of these artists. Please feel free to contact me for any ID’s @JL_Razza

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On what is probably the last one of 2025, Balance #582 features new music from Alek Lee’s sophomore LP, Skymark’s latest offering, threetwenty, an exclusive from the highly anticipated new mini-album from Stella & the Longos, a tribute to the one & only D’Angelo, and so much more.

Indulge!

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Skymark – Spiritual Music Is Good for the Soul | Modern Sun
D’Angelo – Africa | Virgin
Finn Rees & Sholto – Bluebell | Mr Bongo
Patchwork Inc – Whatever Makes You Happy | Colemine
Joe Kaptein – Five Stone Sourdough | Jandal
Venna featuring Leon Thomas – Twisting | Cashmere Thoughts
Setwun – Workitout | Extra Soul Perception
KX9000 – Lost E Shop | Pont Neuf
Rhode & Brown – Passion Sauce | Planet Trip
threetwenty – The Light (I Need You) |
Alek Lee – Too Soon | Isle of Jura
Mudd – Mata Ne | Claremont 56
Stella & The Longos – Besoin de Toi | Cosmic Romance
Johnny Sais Quoi – Mistaken Man | Music From Memory
Bassolini – Popoli Del Mare | Jakarta
Allen Dennard – Gotham Hotel | MotorCity Wine
Melchior Sultana – Ghost | Cataleya
Giles Smith – I Can Change Your Life (Deep Dub mix) | Eglo
Luis Radio – Human Chemistry | Groovebom
Humble B Flat – Blessings of the Sun | Pond Life
Skymark – There Is Something Wrong | Modern Sun
D’Angelo – Spanish Joint (Acoustic Version) |

You’ll hear glimpses of his vast legacy — music and interview excerpts where he reflects on life, politics, creativity, and love. No mix could ever fully capture his impact, but this is my way of honoring it.

I grew up on my parents’ music, rushing home from school to play funk, disco, hip hop, and Arabic tapes on a Sony CFD-V7 Boombox. One day, my father gave me Houdou’ Nisbi — a cassette I played endlessly. It was unlike anything else: emotional, layered, and deeply rooted in Lebanon’s cultural rhythm.

That’s the power of Ziad — his music holds memory, movement, and meaning.

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Dialogue #1 : On the country changing him
Prova – Kifak inta
Houdou; Nisbi
Addeysh Kan Fi Nass
Dialogue #2: On how he calls his Mother Feiruz
Bil Nisbi La Bukra
Nattarouna Ktir
Dialogue #3 – On Health
Rouh Khabbir
It’s Not a Problem
Dialogue #4: On Happiness
Al Muqadimah
Bisaraha
Prelude Theme from Mais el Rim
Dialogue #5: On Palestine’s Resilience
Abu Ali
Dialogue #6: on Having Kids
Kifak inta
Khalas
Wahda Balak
Khalik bel beit
First Introduction
Bala Wala Shi
Dialogue #7: On Immortality

Featuring music from the Arjuna Oakes and Chaos in the CBD debut albums, a new cut from Broken Keys, an unearth jam from Jordana, a tribute to Andy Bey & much more!

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Nowhere People – Separate (Strings Dub Version) | Artisjok
Andy Bey – Celestial Blues | Atlantic
Leroi Conroy – No Return | Colemine
Arjuna Oakes – Catch Me | Albert’s Favourites
Don Glori – Brown Eyes | Mr Bongo
Collettivo Immaginario – Oltreoceano | Domanda
Broken Keys – In Tune |
Vuk Starinac – Svež i čist |
Larry June, 2 Chainz & The Alchemist – Life is Beautiful | The Freeminded Records
Ron Trent – Juice | Rush Hour
Jordána – All Night Love | PPU
Soul Connection – Waiting 4 Your Love | Intrigue
Nu Sound Collective Helsinki – Diana Park Nights | Ubiquity
Dusty – Emashin feat. King Owusu | Jazz & Milk
Chaos in the CBD – Ōtaki | In Dust We Trust
Gratts featuring Vanessa Jackson – Off My Feet | Be Strong Be Free
DJU DJU – Explore |
Giorgio Lopez – Voyager Sans Bouger | Cosmic Romance
Alexander Flood – Cinnamon & Clove | Atjazz
Ryo Fukio Trio – Early Summer | Trio

I discovered Roy Ayers early in my musical journey. He’s an artist who had a huge influence on me, and over the years, I kept realizing just how important his career was to the history of music at large.

From jazz to jazz-funk, jazz-fusion, disco, boogie, and even his influence on hip-hop & house—his impact is undeniable.

Today, I’m incredibly moved to see how much he inspired DJs, producers, and musicians across generations. But more than anything, it’s the universal love for him that stands out. Everyone loved Roy, and I think that’s what makes him such an important artist.

I became truly fascinated with his work the day I watched his live performance at Ronnie Scott’s, during the famous Battle of the Vibes. That’s when I realized not just his incredible musicianship but also his sense of humor. He had this incredible emotional range—his music could make you cry, laugh, or dance, sometimes all at once. That really struck me, and from that moment on, I started diving deeper into his music.

Over the years, my passion for his work grew. I started hunting for rare records, original pressings—until one day, I had the chance to see him perform on a rooftop in Brooklyn. He was already past 75 at that point, already fragile, but still so magical.

Watching him play live as the sun set over the city is an image I’ll never forget. I remember bringing my original pressing of Roy Ayers Ubiquity with me, hoping to get it signed. But I was too shy, too in awe of the moment. It’s a small regret, but also a memory I’ll cherish forever.

With this mix, I wanted to pay tribute to him, as he passed away just a few days ago.

I decided to take a chronological approach—starting with his debut album West Coast Vibes, moving through his time as Herbie Mann’s vibraphonist, then into his solo work and his years with his band Roy Ayers Ubiquity. From there, I included tracks from his 80s period, some unreleased material released by BBE, and even a few collaborations with Fela Kuti, Wayne Henderson, Guru & Erykah Badu.

I chose to close the mix with Remember to Remember by Rick Holmes—it felt like the perfect closing theme for this tribute.

May his soul rest in peace and his music lives forever.

Please note: I deliberately chose not to include his work as a producer for other artists like Sylvia Striplin, Ladies of the 80s, Bobbi Humphrey to name a few, except for Daylight and Remember to Remember. Same for Coffy as this one was a movie soundtrack and not a solo album.

I also left out most of his collaborations, except for his track with Guru, which felt too important to omit. Additionally, I didn’t include any remixes, as it would have made the mix too long.

Maybe all of that will be part of another recording one day…

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Roy Ayers – Reggie of Chester (released on the album West Coast Vibes – 1963 )
Herbie Mann – Dream Garden (released on the album The Beat Goes On – 1967 )
Roy Ayers – Ayerloom ( released on the album Virgo Vibes – 1967 )
Roy Ayers Quartet – Comin’ Home Baby ( released on Denon Japan Special 45 RPM Direct Cutting : Herbie Mann present : Roy Ayers Quartet – 1969 )
Roy Ayers – I Love You Michelle ( released on the album Daddy Bug – 1969 )
Herbie Mann – Can You Dig It ? ( released on the album Muscle Shoals Nitty Gritty – 1970 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Hummin’ (released on the album Ubiquity – 1970 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – We Live In Brooklyn Baby ( released on the album He’s Coming – 1972 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Red, Black & Green ( released on the album Red Black & Green – 1973 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – I Am Your Mind ( released on the album Virgo Red – 1973 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Sensitize ( released on the album Change Up The Groove 1974 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – A Tear To A Smile ( released on the album A Tear To A Smile – 1975 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Mystic Voyage ( released on the album Mystic Voyage – 1975 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Everybody Loves The Sunshine ( released on the album Everybody Loves The Sunshine – 1976 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Searching ( released on the album Vibrations – 1976 )
RAMP – Daylight ( released on the album Come Into Knowledge – 1977 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Running Away ( released on the album Lifeline – 1977 )
Roy Ayers – Can’t You See Me ? ( released on the album You Send Me – 1978 )
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Starbooty ( released on the album Starbooty – 1978 )
Roy Ayers & Wayne Henderson – For Real ( released on the album Step In To Our Life – 1978 )
Roy Ayers – Sweet Tears ( released on the album Let’s Do It – 1978 )
Roy Ayers – Don’t Stop The Feeling ( released on the album No Stranger To Love – 1979 )
Roy Ayers & Wayne Henderson – Tell Me What You Want ( released on the album Prime Time – 1980 )
Fela Kuti & Roy Ayers – 2000 Blacks Got To Be Free ( released on the two tracks album Music Of Many Colours – 1980 )
Roy Ayers – Rock Your Roll ( released on the album Love Fantasy – 1980 )
Roy Ayers – Land Of Fruit And Honey ( released on the album Africa, Center Of The World – 1981 )
Roy Ayers – Fire Up The Funk ( released on the album Feeling Good – 1982 )
Roy Ayers – Chicago ( released on the album Silver Vibrations – 1983 )
Roy Ayers – Everybody ( released on the album Lots of Love – 1983 )
Roy Ayers – Slip n’Slide ( released on the album ( released on the album You Might Be Surprised – 1985 )
Roy Ayers – Don’t You Ever Turn Away (released on the album I’m The One – 1987 )
Guru & Roy Ayers – Take A Look At Yourself ( released on the album Jazzmatazz Vol.1 – 1993 )
Roy Ayers – Searching (The Africa 70 Version) ( released on 12’’ By BBE in 2003 )
Roy Ayers & Erykah Badu – Searching Revisited ( released on the album Mahogany Vibes – 2004 )
Roy Ayers – Liquid Love ( released on the unreleased compilation Virgin Ubiquity II – 2005 )
Roy Ayers, Adrian Younge & Ali Shaheed Muhammad – Sunflowers ( released on Roy Ayers – Jazz Is Dead number 2 – 2020 )
Rick Holmes – Remember To Remember ( released on 12’’ in 1981, produced and arranged by Roy Ayers)

Featuring music from Leo Basel, Qendresa, Larry June, Bonnie e Jimmy, Paul Hardcastle, Luisito Quintero & more! You know the drill, windows down, volume up, destination TBD – indulge!

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October London – Mulholland Drive | Death Row
Qendresa – 2 Much | Dream City Discs
The Heath Brothers – Dreamin’ | Columbia
Aalon – Magic City | Arista
Larry June – Cleaning My Spot | The Freeminded
Camelle Hinds – Sausalito Calling | Black on Black
Bonnie e Jimmy – Invulgar | Gel Continental
Aldorande – Summer Body | Favorite
Benedek – Jak Moves | Apron
Paul Hardcastle – Moonhopper | Chrysalis
Leo Basel – Diamant
Giorgio Lopez – D.I.S.C.O. Griot | Cosmic Romance
Luisito Quintero – Tumbao | Rapster
Lars Bartkuhn – Treasure Everywhere | Needs
Brijean – Hey Boy | Ghostly International
Reekee – Phrases | Roots Underground

At first, it was a project meant to celebrate the indescribable feeling of making it through another lonnnng Montreal winter. Then, it became a form of catharsis for me to grieve the memory of my mom, who passed away a few years ago now. I’ve thought a few times that this project might have run its course, but as I got a lot of very kind feedback from listeners, I think it has come to mean something for them too. Hopefully, it does to you too.

So here we are with another selection of songs to heal, uplift, cry, love and laugh.

Dedicated to all our loved ones. Dedicated to my mom.
Peace with every step.

TRACKLIST

The Roots – A Peace of Light
Wu-Lu – Young Swimmer
Asha Puthli and Sven Wunder – Spring Has Sprung
Marina Herlop – Collige Virgo Gladium
Joy Guidry – Day by Day
Loukeman – Gorgeous Stuff
Equiknoxx – Was Not Initially Called Make iT Stop
Donal Leace – Today Won’t Come Again
Gil Scott-Heron – I Think I’ll Call It Morning
Stevie Wonder – Bird of Beauty
Nina Simone – Cosi Ti Amo
Milton Nascimento – Catavento
Gabriel de Rosa – Cafuné
Claudete Soares – Conselho A Quem Quiser Voltar
France Gall – Pense à moi
Miss K-Jah & Gappy Ranks – Ain’t That Loving You
Judy & Lynda – Heavenly Day
Dennis Bovell & Janet Kay – Games of Dubs
Goya Gumbani – Chase The Sunrise
Dreamcastmoe – Flowers
Larry June – Life is beautiful
Ra – Highway
Johnny Mathis – Spring is here
Monica Zetterlung – Spring is here
Doug Carn – Little B’s Poem
Jimetta Rose – Let The Sunshine In
Ezra Collective – God Gave Me Feet For Dancing
Womack & Womack – Life’s Just A Ballgame
Leon Ware – For the rainbow
Close Counters – Freedom we’re needing
Dublon – Evolution
Gil sm & Reek0 – Saturday Morning
Roy Ayers – For the sun
Dee-Lite – Mind Melt
Raf Reza – Mirror of Love
Kampinos – Good Looking Pepe
Linda Williams – Elevate Our Minds
Chris Montez – The More I See You
Gabor Szabo – A Day In The Life
Broadcast – Follow The Light
Rafa Aslan – nyc id (u+i)
Work Money Death – We Are The People
Ezra Collective – Everybody

It’s a freestyle excursion as you’ve grown accustomed to with new and fresh treats from Butcher Brown, Igor Jadranin, Pau Roca, Sholto, Eternal Love, and more. Also taking a moment to pay tribute to a few legends we lost in this first quarter of the year — Roy Ayers, Yam Who, and Angie Stone.

Buckle up!

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Justo Almario – Interlude | Uno Melodic
Roy Ayers Ubiquity – Third Eye | Polydor
Kuna Maze – Backlash | Tru Thoughts
Knowsum – Phase
Raphael Saadiq – Skyy, Can You Feel Me (Yam Who rework) | white
Buscrates feat. C Scott – Altitude | Bastard Jazz
Eddie Chacon feat. John Carroll Kirby – Empire | Stones Throw
Eternal Love – More D’Amore | Groovin
Lexx – Into the Stream | International Feel
Butcher Brown – Ibiza | Concord Jazz
Anan – Naif | Space Echo
Dwayne Morgan – Everything (Yam Who rework) | Counterpoint
Zopelar – Miles Away | Royal Oak
Igor Jadranin – Contemporary Outdoors | Star Creature
Pau Roca feat. Laura Elle – Your Energy (Karmasound & Less J remix) | Escola
Abacus – Take a Trip | Phonogramme
S-Pazz – Quali Kalimba | Pont Neuf
Sholto – The Sunrise Fool | Darkmatter
Macie Stewart – Spring Becomes You, Spring Becomes New | International Anthem