First song is “Fondue” by Tosca.  Tosca is comprised of Richard Dorfmeister (of Kruder & Dorfmeister fame) and Rupert Huber.  Their new album is called No Hassle and I haven’t been able to figure out if it’s already released or if it will be released in April of this year.  Tosca has mastered the chill out, electronic beats since the 90’s and it really shows with this new album.

Tosca – Fondue
Tosca – Mrs. Bongo (download here)

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Second song is Bishop Lamont’s “Grow Up” produced by Dr. Dre.  There’s been all sorts of stories and controversy with Bishop Lamont, Aftermath, and the rest of the hip hop world but the fact of the matter is, the guy’s got talent.  In the end, as far as the music is concerned, that’s all that matters.
Bishop Lamont – Grow Up 

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Third song is “Yomp” by Thenewno2.  I was introduced to them about a year ago by my friend Jon Sadoff who plays keyboard/guitar/vocals for the band.  I’ve written about them a couple of times before but now I found some links to songs you can play straight off the site.  The band is, according to the band’s myspace: Dhani Harrison: lead Vocals/Guitar, Oliver Hecks: Drums, Jon Sadoff: Keyboards/Guitar/Vocals, Jeremy Faccone: Guitar/vocals, Jason Hiller: Bass.  Dhani is George Harrison’s son and the similarities aren’t just limited to the fact that Dhani looks almost identical to George around the same age.  Their music also bears strong similarities.  I’ve compared Thenewno2’s sound to Portishead and Pink Floyd while others have added Massive Attack and Brian Eno.  They’re playing live on the Conan O’Brien show tomorrow night so make sure you check them out…

TheNewNo2 – Yomp

TheNewNo2 – Give You Love

TheNewNo2 – Back To You

TheNewNo2 – Another John Doe