MUSIC REVIEW: OPOLOPO Adds Swedish Funk to Funk Sanctum Radio!!!

Hello, Family,

dj Goddessa here on this bright and nippy Tuesday in Downtown, L.A., where I am at work grateful for the opportunity to be able to share with you some joy and Light. Now that we are here gathered together to hear my recommendation, hands-down the best music so far this week is Opolopo! Amalia Townsend is worth checking out, ladies and gentlemen.  You will not be disappointed. You will be surprised and entertained, and yes, she is an original.

Funk from Sweden?  Yes, indeedie!

Tshala Muana - 50 Years of Congo Music

Hi Family,

Here is a little Tshala Muala. Can't write much, so chat amongst yourselves. Oh, but please let me know if this video makes you feel happy like i do after watching it or any comments welcome, please. :)

Meje 30 - Mbinganzor

@FunkSanctum is Back on Twitter; How Did Funk Sanctum Radio Save My Life?

Hello Everyone,

Today is a special day for Funk Sanctum Radio: I awoke, have my health and strength, use of my limbs, have a job, have a partner who loves me, have a roof over my head and countless blessings for which I am grateful, every single one. This photo was taken immediately after dolphins were sited swimming in the harbor. Have never seen dolphins this close in; it was thrilling! They were too shy to surface when i snapped this, so you just have to believe me and let me know if you feel their presence just beneath the surface. :)

@FunkSanctum Now Back on Twitter!

Now if you search for @FunkSanctum on Twitter, you will get someone—me.  I have had an issue with @FunkSanctum on Twitter for a few years, as this account mysteriously disappeared one day.  After

Video: Josh From Blaze, ChinahBlacc "Till You Come Home"

Happy Funky #FollowFriday, Family,

I was very late in finding out about the release of  "Till You Come Home," and just wrote about it here finally this week.  However, it has only been only two days now since the official posting of Josh From Blaze's and Chinablac's video on YouTube.  If you have not seen it yet, I recommend it.  It will put you in a good mood.  

11/11 at 11:11 -- Where Will You Be?

November 11 at 11:11:

Image by OmarCaf via Flickr

Where will you be today, November 11, at 11:11 a.m., or p.m.?  I will be at work doing my thing, will drop to my knees and pray for peace on this planet.  Cannot pass up an opportunity to talk about my favorite numbers:  11 and 22, which in numerology you do not reduce.  Eleven and twenty-two -- Cosmic Numbers!

Music Review: Myra Maimoh "Answer'd me" Lights Up Funk Sanctum Radio

As soon as I feel as though I can list my station in a particular genre, someone comes along to explode these boundaries wide open.  Today, that artist is Myra Maimoh who I discovered through AheadPR.

"Cameroonian-born Myra Maimoh is, pure and simply, addicted to singing. Her gift - besides a deeply felt love of song - is a unique, soulful voice and the generosity of spirit to want to share her gift with the outside world. Now, for the first time, that gift has been wrapped up into a perfectly packaged unit with the release of album 'answer'd me'. This 11-track testament to the sheer joy of Myra's music is the perfect introduction to a young woman who uniquely combines the passionate music of her African roots with the pop, rock, soul and Jazz sensibilities of the West. Now living in Germany, Myra has absorbed influences for her entire musical life, whether from James Brown, Stevie Wonder and Ella Fitzgerald, or the modern pop and r'n'b sounds she has heard since, these influences, all play a part in the genius that is 'Answer'd Me'. 'Answer'd Me' is out now and available to buy on CD Baby and Amazon. It is sure to be the first of many successful records for this future star."

Free /mp3 Downloads at Amazon Should Keep Us Busy and Out of Trouble :)

Happy MusicMonday, Family,

I just found this page and have to share it with you. I had no idea there were these many FREE downloads at Amazon. Will let you know the best of the best!

FREE Dance and DJ Downloads at Amazon

This is How We Roll Video: Recorded by dj Goddessa

Today's "In-Box Jewel" is video shot in the mountains and desert of California last year about this same time.  Just getting used to the camera then but actually I think that my beginner's luck was better than what I am producing now.

So, from whatever part of the world you are watching, I hope you feel the love from California we are sending!

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Happy Funky #FollowFriday!

Family, believe me when I say it is grim most mornings on my way to work in Downtown Los Angeles:

L.A. ON WAY TO WORK

However, the world looks bright and happy on the way home.... :)

Here I come, San Pedro 

Commuting Home

These photos taken with my ancient Palm and need no explanation.  Now I am looking forward to the weekend and sharing some fun with you, my readers.  Have fun, party hard, and be safe in your journey.

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REVIEW: Josh Milan from Blaze and Chinahblac; Groove Junkies "Far Away" TC Moses

Dear Family,

This has been out since August but your dj just found it today and added it to Funk Sanctum posthaste. Josh Milan from Blaze was one of my first "friends" on MySpace.  I have not partied with these househeads because at my age, pacing is important.

Roy Ayers included in Mario Romay - Sounds of Joy Vol. 10 - SoundCloud

Cover of Roy Ayers

Roy Ayers' tune is included on this Mario Romay - Sounds of Joy | Vol. 10 - SoundCloud Roy Ayers and Bah Samba - "Positive Vibe" among others.  Proudly included the entire mix in Funk Sanctum Radio this morning and wanted to share some background.