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Chillcast #441: Let Me Love You

Couldn’t resist doing another Valentine’s Day mix for the Cupid’s Hunt Podcast Collaboration that’s been going on since 2008. This year, I combined my celebration of love with the celebration of the 10 year anniversary of The Chillcast, by selecting one romantic or sexy song from each season of the show. Its interesting to hear the evolution of the music over the past decade from mellow chilled out electronica to the more edgy urban crossover sound of recent years. There’s a lot of good memories tied up in this selection of songs, and I hope you’ll enjoy the mix as much as I do. Wishing you LOTS OF LOVE this Valentine’s Day, and every day!!!

PLAYLIST:

  1. Things We Do by Soular Sound
  2. Anything With You by Hilton FM
  3. Midnight Love by Tennishero
  4. This Truth (Adam Fielding Chilled Out Mix) by Damien S. VS Lovespirals
  5. Deliver Me (Original Mix) by Motorcitysoul feat. Ernesto
  6. Love Will Turn Your Head Around (feat. Beth Hirsch + Anji Bee) by Karmacoda 
  7. Cassette by Stumbleine
  8. Bo Peep (Do U Right) by Shlohmo feat. Jeremih
  9. Let Me Love You (GXNXVS & CVIRO Bootleg) by Mario
  10. Arrest Me (feat. Tei Shi) by Shy Girls
  11. Company (Ryan Sage Remix) by Justin Bieber

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The Chillcast 427: Naive

After all those Drake remixes last episode, its nice to get back into a classic Chillcast mix featuring a whole slew of sensual vocalists, both female and male. I’m especially excited to present a brand new collaboration between myself and my friends, Karmacoda, which just came out this month! There are a bunch of free albums, EPs and singles in this set, so be sure to download all your faves from the links below.

PLAYLIST:

  1. Karmacoda “Naive (ft. Anji Bee)” Buy song/album on iTunes
  2. Sade “Like A Tattoo (‘Sweet Lies of Sweet Love starRo Mix’)” Download FREE mp3/album limited time
  3. Tinashe “Dream Are Real” Download FREE mp3/album
  4. Kamandi “Misguided” Download FREE mp3
  5. OBES0N “Alone” Download FREE mp3
  6. Jhene Aiko “F The World (Da-P/dabeatX Remix)” Download FREE mp3/album
  7. MaLuca “The One” Download FREE mp3
  8. Bamf “What You Thinkin’ Bout” Download FREE mp3/album whoops! there’s a vol. 4 out now…
  9. TRICK$ X CHLO “LOV3” Download FREE mp3/album
  10. Ariana Grande “Love Me Harder (‘Pipes’ LEWIS + KRNE Mix)” Download FREE mp3
  11. ODESZA feat. Shy Girls “All We Need (Giraffage Remix”) Buy song/album on iTunes
  12. Mario “Let Me Love You (Tim Gunter Remix)” Download FREE mp3
  13. Beyoncé “Rocket (GARREN Remix)” Download FREE mp3
  14. Louis Futon “Take Off” Download FREE song/EP
  15. Cashmere Cat “Kiss Kiss ($aturn Remix)” Download FREE mp3
  16. TastyTreat “You Got Me” Download FREE mp3

Chillcast #383: Body Music

For my first official show on Machine.FM, I’m going old school. Today’s one hour set is very laid back, with some classic downtempo, chill out, and trip hop tunes – many with an organic feel – mixed in with the more contemporary electronica genres. There’s a mix of vocal and instrumental tracks, though you know me, I always focus on lyrics… This one is kinda sexy with just a hint of sadness. Plenty of free downloads included –oh, I’m doing my shownotes a little differently now, click on the artist name for the free song links where you see the word “free” listed. Hope that makes sense!


Download Chillcast #383: Body Music (m4a)

Playlist:

1. JMSN “The One (Stwo) Remix” free
2. Anji Bee “Foolish”
3. Akshin Alizadeh “Wash Away (feat. Chesqua)”
4. Harleighblu “Who’s That Girl?”
5. The Grooveblaster “The Spliff Bunker”
6. Bryan Ford “Shoe Tree”
7. Moosefrog “Roe Rattle”
8. Edamame “Sightseer” free
9. AlunaGeorge “Body Music”
10. Tinashe “Just A Taste” free
11. Perseus “Shadow Of The Beast” free
12. Aaliyah “Rock The Boat (Stwo Remix feat Fitzroy)” free
13. Justin Timberlake X Clams Casino “Pusher Love God (Big Chocolate Mashup)”  free
14. Cosmo’s Midnight “Goodnight (feat. Polographia)” free

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Anji Bee Solo Album Released

Anji Bee, of The Chillcast, has just dropped her debut solo album, ‘Love Me Leave Me,’ featuring a mix of old and new songs recorded and produced over 3 years in her home studio. Though Bee has released 4 albums, 6 eps and numerous singles with her So Cal duo, Lovespirals, she’s still found the creative energy to collaborate on dozens of songs with artists such as Berlin club sweetheart, Bloody Mary, Parisian poptronica chanteuse Beth Hirsch, and Chilean trance producer, Aerotek, over the past decade.

I love working with producers internationally via the Internet, but often feel my vocals could have been pushed further had we been in the studio together,” says Bee of her collaborative work. “After we released the last Lovespirals album [‘Future Past‘ released on Bee’s own label, Chillcuts, in 2010], Ryan suggested we put together an EP of fresh reworkings of some of my favorite Internet collaborations.” Bee is referring to her long time producer/partner, Ryan Lum, who originally formed their band as Love Spirals Downwards in 1991 and sold over 50,000 albums as one of Projekt Records most successful acts. Lum brings a lushness to the material that helps tie the songs together, regardless of genre. “There was a surprising flow to the recording sessions and the tracks were turning out so amazing that I was inspired to write several new compositions with Anji,” admits Lum.

The 11 tracks on ‘Love Me Leave Me’ flow between deep house, trip hop, and world influenced poptronica, exploring every aspect of love; desire, satiation, longing, disillusion, and contentment, expressed at the peak of Bee’s abilities. “Its funny to listen back to the original recordings of songs like “Love Me Leave Me” and “Perfect Boy” [originally released by Canadian act, Bitstream Dream, in the early to mid 2000s], because they sound like demos compared to the album versions. I’ve grown so much as an artist over the decade.” Not only has her vocal ability improved, but her recording techniques. “In the early stages of production, we listened to some of the best female voice recordings I could find – Karen Carpenter, Fleetwood Mac, Sheryl Crow, Sade – for inspiration in getting her vocals to sound better than ever,” recounts Lum.

Following a low key album fundraiser initiative which urged fans to contribute what they wanted while buying their pick of 5 remix singles of the title track released over several months earlier this year, Bee pre-released the album for her Bandcamp fans. The ultra limited edition eco-friendly CD of  ‘Love Me Leave Me’ and  sexy full color 11×17 poster began selling moments after the page went live. Both the physical CD and digital download come with a digital-only bonus track, called “Just One Word,” as well as a 3-page digital booklet with 3 additional boudoir portraits of Bee by erotic photographer, Aga Furtak, plus the album lyrics and credits. Bandcamp offers 2 gift sets, both of which include a copy of ‘The Chillcast with Anji Bee Presents: 5 Years of Chillin‘ compilation on CD. The Holiday Gift Set also includes all 4 Lovespirals albums on CD, plus the 2012 Projekt Records holiday compilation, Ornamental, which is the only way to purchase the Lovespirals dream pop version of Bee’s original song, “Happy Holidays.”

‘Love Me Leave Me’ is also available on iTunes, Amazon, CDBaby and other digital retailers.

Chillcast Video #122: Anji Bee World Premier

Today Anji brings you the World Premier of the sexy video for the title track from her brand new debut solo album, ‘Love Me Leave Me.’  This is a lush new interpretation of Anji Bee‘s classic 2003 lyric, which has been remixed by a whole host of international producers in celebration of its 10 year anniversary. Pick up one of the ultra limited edition CD and poster sets, autographed by Anji at anjibee.bandcamp.com before they run out! Warning: you probably DON’T want to watch this at WORK or around your family. 😉



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Chillcast #368: Summery Mix

I’ve got a great summery mix for you today, packed with brand new tunes in a sweet variety of styles featuring a lot of lovely vocals — including my own! This episode marks the world premier of 2 brand new remixes of my song “Love Me Leave Me” in a continued celebration of its 10th anniversary. Huge heartfelt thanks go out to everyone who’s already donated via the “pay what you want” function on Bandcamp!!! You guys really know how to make a gal smile. 😀 There are 2 free albums and 2 free singles this episode. Grab them from the links below.

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Download Chillcast #368: Summery Mix (256k mp3)

Playlist:

  1. Anji Bee “Love Me Leave Me (Lovespirals “Baeleric Chill” Mix)” Buy Love Me Leave Me (Single 2) on Bandcamp
  2. Gelka “Being You (feat. Phoenix Pearle)” Buy Café del Mar, Vol. 19 on iTunes
  3. L.A.M.P. “Only You Know” Buy Shades of Green on iTunes
  4. Shortcircles “On My Mind (feat. Sarah K. Melfy)” Buy ‘Between Waves‘ on iTunes | Download Free Mp3
  5. Sorrow “Maelys” Buy Dreamstone on Bandcamp
  6. Bonobo “Emkay” Buy The North Borders on iTunes
  7. Moosefrog “Curse of the Wereboy” Buy ‘Else (EP)‘ on Bandcamp
  8. Tricky “Is That Your Life (feat. Francesca Belmonte)” Buy False Idols on iTunes
  9. Ghostchant “Under The Light” Download Friends Are Electric Free Album
  10. Ciara “Body Party (Figgy Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  11. Different Marks “We Are Young (feat. Tanya Horo)” Download Untitled Free Album
  12. Little Boots “Confusion” Buy Nocturnes on iTunes
  13. Anji Bee “Love Me Leave Me (Mr. Alfa Remix)”  Buy Love Me Leave Me (Single 2) on Bandcamp

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Love Me Leave Me (Single 2)

Celebrate this song’s 10 year anniversary with me! A gorgeous all-new recording co-produced and remixed by Ryan Lum of Lovespirals AND a warm & summery remix from Mr. Alfa are now available for sale exclusively on Bandcamp to help raise funds for a CD pressing of my full-length album. Check it out at http://anjibee.bandcamp.com

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Chillcast Video #99: Venus Int’l feat. Anji Bee

Last month I collaborated with French producer, Alfa Kay, on a new version of his Venus International song, “Winter Sun.” Kay originally released the “Winter Sun EP” via his Venus Recordings label in November 2011 with the note that it was an ongoing project meant to raise awareness and compassion for our homeless population during these cold winter months. This winter 2 new versions were added to the original 3 mixes, all of which are free to download from the Venus International Bandcamp page.

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Chillcast #325: Monster Love

I don’t know if you’re following me via social media or not, but if you are, then you most likely know that I’ve been going through a rough time recently. I lost my cat of 19 years, Monster, who was born in my house and died in my arms. I’d been giving him intensive care for the past year, as he suffered from 3 strokes and had both kidney disease and high blood pressure, so it wasn’t a surprise, but it still hurts so much. Monster loved music, so this episode is dedicated to him. <3

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Playlist:

  1. Carly Rae Jepsen “Call Me Maybe (Exist Strategy Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  2. Asa and KOAN Sound “Kaneda (Stumbleine Remix)” Download Free Mp3 (or pay what you want)
  3. Gelka “Have You Kept Your Ticket” Buy Cafe Del Mar Vol. 18 on iTunes
  4. Sorrow feat. CoMa & Shura “Your Lips Your Soul (Always)” Download Free Mp3
  5. Rhye “Open (JT Donaldson Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  6. Martino “Reasons (Sigg Buggz Remix)” Buy The Boogie Vol. 3 on iTunes
  7. Cassie “Me & U (Mak & Pasteman Bootleg)” Download Free Mp3
  8. Maribou State “This Goes Under” Download Free Mp3
  9. How To Dress Well “Cold Nites (DJ Prophet Bootleg Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  10. Mr. Fogg “Stay Out Of The Sun (Bondax Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  11. Julia Stone “It’s All OK (Active Child Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  12. Gotye & Kimbra “Somebody That I Used To Know (Owsey Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  13. Ernesto “Gettin’ Better (Album Rework)” Buy Suffice Suffice on iTunes
Anji Bee with Monster in 2005

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Chillcast #313: Just Chillin

Told ya I’d be back again before my vacay! And I’m keeping it super chill for your Memorial Day weekend, with a mix of vocal and instrumental tracks with a distinctly chilled vibe. Some great new chillout releases have come in over the past month, so I’m highlighting those, plus I’ve sprinkled in a bit of retro-influenced nudisco, nufunk, lovestep, and what-have-you. Its a sensual mix you’re sure to love. Don’t forget to check out the 3 killer free downloads included in the links below.

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Download Chillcast #313: Just Chillin’ (mp3)

Playlist:

  1. Anthony Valadez “Under Water (3am Clean Remix)” Buy Under Water on iTunes
  2. Merge of Equals “My Everything” from Calm Ibiza (2012 Edition) Due Out June 6th!
  3. Ernesto “Spin On (feat. Markus Z)” Buy Suffice Suffice on iTunes
  4. August Rush “Outta Dreams” Buy The Best Of Incepto Volume 1 on iTunes
  5. Beaumont “Uptown” Buy Never Love Me – EP on iTunes
  6. Synkro “Why Don’t You” Buy Broken Promise – EP on iTunes
  7. Para One “Lean On Me (Salva Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  8. Losing Rays “One Day (Morning Mix)” Buy One Day – Single on iTunes
  9. Lianne La Havas “Lost and Found (Maya Jane Coles Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  10. All Good Funk Alliance “Closer to the Edge” Buy Jacks of All Trades on iTunes
  11. Plastic Operator “Sometimes It’s Easy” Buy Before The Day Is Out on iTunes
  12. Divine Interface “Eventually” Download Free Mp3

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Chillcast #294: Girls & Boys

This week I’ve got a chilled mix of downtempo, electropop, and deep house with both male and female vocals – sometimes even in duet. This set straddles the line between ambient and pop, if such a line even exists… It feels a bit wintry, but rest assured, there are no holiday songs. I’m saving those or the show right before Christmas. Hey, I’m really excited about the big Lovespirals Holiday Sale on Bandcamp — you’ll hear all about it at the top of the hour.

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  1. Coury Palermo “Hush” (Sleepthief Remix) Buy ‘Hush – Single’ on iTunes
  2. Little Dragon “Seconds” Buy ‘Ritual Union’ on Amazon | Download Free Mp3
  3. Intensity of Sound “Don’t Turn Away From Me Feat. Kim Bennett (Cinnamon Mix)” Buy ‘Lounge Affairs Vol. 1’ on iTunes
  4. Soullover “Train of Life” Buy ‘Diamonds & Pearls Lounge, Vol. 5’ on iTunes
  5. Jaidene Veda & Pete Mo “The One (Nouveau Soul Edit) ” Buy on Bandcamp
  6. Lovespirals Walk Away (Todd Ulrich “Fall” Remix) Buy on Bandcamp
  7. Olivia Broadfield “The Way That I’m Feeling” Buy ‘This Beautiful War’ on iTunes
  8. Gotye & Kimbra “Somebody That I Used To Know (Biblio Remix)” Download Free Mp3
  9. Vindahl “Not In Space” Buy ‘Serendipity’ on iTunes
  10. Eli Escobar “Desire (feat. Nomi Ruiz)” Download Free Mp3
  11. New Mondo feat. Lisa Shaw “I Want Cha (Doc Vintage Attack)” Buy ‘I Want Cha Remixes’ on iTunes
  12. Lisa P. “M.U.S.I.C. (Opolopo Remix)” Buy ‘Mutants’ on iTunes

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