Cali Quilombo is a collection of Afro Brazilian inspired edits of California rap hits. The concept behind the series is the idea of transposing an Afro Brazilian Quilombo to California, a state full of rich histories of Black peoples struggling for self-determination. The quilombos of Brazil also serve as a guide for the artistic philosophy behind INTL BLK.
The songs included in this volume are: a Bahia carnival take on Tyga’s radio hit “Taste”; a classic Rio funk version of Ty Dolla $ign’s “Dawsins Breek”; a cheeky party edit of 03 Greedo’s G-Funk slap “Rude”; and finally, a 150 bpm funk version of Roddy Ricch’s meditation on violence in the black community “Die Young.”
The new EP from this great dance duo from Brazil is full of giddy beats and soulful melodies, perfect for a late weekend night. Bandcamp New & Notable May 29, 2021