Over the past couple of year, the legendary Verve record label has been commissioning leading DJs from around the world to remix some pretty amazing jazz recordings from their vaults. The results have been amazing.

With remixes of Dinah Washington, Billie Holiday, Willie Bobo and the inimitable Nina Simone, who I adore, these classic songs have been given a fresh coat of paint, so to speak.

Remixers include Thievery Corporation, Felix da Housecat, Matthew Herbert, The Postal Service (I know!), Danger Mouse, Brazilian Girls, Diplo and so many more.  Currently there are… Read more »

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