Mix cover image showing dark theater with Cleopatra Jones and martial artists on the movie screen.

Summer: Scene Beats

This summer mix was inspired by the song “Angels”/”Angelz” (the spelling is album dependent) from the indomitable team of Ghostface Killah and MF DOOM. Ironically, that song is not included in this mix, but instead there are selections evoking similar vibes and expanding on the theme. Hoping to provide a bit of temporary relief from the heat of current affairs, I invite you into the cool air-conditioned theater of summers past.

Opening credits: “Shoo-B-Doop and Cop Him” by Betty Davis

Setting the vibe.

Act 1

“Liquid Swords” by GZA

The story begins…

Act 2

“Al Bahriye” by Charif Megarbane

Drama ensues.

Act 3

“Shaman” by DJ Kolt

A satisfying conclusion.

End credits: “Let There Be Funk” by Patrice Rushen

See for yourself: