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Truegrooves teams up with bandcamp May 13th, 2010
TrueGrooves Back Catalog is now available at bandcamp.com.
Now For the first time since its initial release, TrueGrooves is now offering their whole back catalog exclusively on the Bandcamp Website. Nowhwere else will you be able to find KidGusto's Previous 12" Vinyl Releases in High-Res Digital Files. Best part about it is that you can download it in whatever format you choose from, WAV, AIF, to FLAC to 320kbps MP3's.

Please Click On the Link Below to Visit the TrueGrooves Bandcamp Site.

Ride Snowboards Picks Up KG’s Quadrillion Remix. April 29, 2010

KidGusto’s TrueGrooves Release, ‘Jump Out’ (TG-08) Appears on the 2010 Ride Snowboards Video Remix Commercial.

To Download the Full Track on iTunes Please Visit the link below:

New Releases,Widgets, newsletters & Tings..

KidGusto & TrueGrooves Announces Their Latest Release: Quadrillion "Jump Out featuring KidGusto Remix. Cat# TG008

"Jump Out" is available on 7" Vinyl here at Groovedis.com, and will be available on I-Tunes and all major digital retailers shortly (Click on the image above to be redirected to the releases page for more info).

KidGusto Presents the TrueGrooves MP3 Widget

Here it is, your chance to listen and download KidGusto's past 3 Albums on our new Online Widget. Click on any song above to listen and download. You can also share this link to anyone you think might be interested in using this widget. Much thanks!

TrueGrooves and funkDC Summer Newsletter

Click on the Image to the Right to view the Fullsize Newsletter and see what we've been up to and what new projects are in the works.

KidGusto & TrueGrooves Announces Their Latest Release: KG Originals, "REMIXED"
Cat# TG006

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 15th, 2008

TrueGrooves is proud to announce the release of KidGusto's KG Originals, REMIXED.

After the success of last year's KG Originals, KidGusto promised to release an album of remixes. With a year's work put in and five producers added to the roster, Remixed emerged. In many ways, the new album follows the template of KG Originals. Both span the spectrum of dance music, moving from downtempo and reggae to hip-hop and nu-funk. And both fuse a variety of sounds from across the world. But if KG Originals was an example of an artist exploring and reporting on an assortment of cultures and sounds, Remixed is the collective response to those initial notes.

With answers coming from as far as Germany and as close as Gusto's hometown, Washington, D.C., Remixed doesn't so much reinvent KG Originals as it produces a more traveled, wizened album. On "Mini Joop," Marc Hype & Jim Dunloop add touches of hip-hop and funk to the song, dragging it out of corner and onto the dance floor. DJ DRM's mix of "Sonic Conducer," on the other hand, moves away from what we have come to expect from a KidGusto release. By dropping the backbeat down to the kick drum, DRM turns it into a driving-'yet funky--four on the floor house track. For "Fed Up," Rusty B and Kaushik M utilize dub techniques to rearrange the song into a composition wholly slaved to the bassline; both voice and rhythm fall into and out of a bottom in absolute control. Adding a haunting vocal and a beat firmly inside the pocket, Kaushik M's mid-tempo take on "Trip to Alborz" moves the album back to DC. 18th Street to be exact. Finally, Gusto's original song, "Stop, Drop and Roll," closes the record. Working with vocalists Mustafa Akbar and Stranjah, Gusto pushes the tempo back up to peak territory, and the two men trade verses over a bassline barely capable of reigning in the drums. One listen and it becomes clear: Gusto's finally returned home.

KidGusto's "KG Originals. Remixed" is currently available as 12" Vinyl and is available through all major digital retailers including

Contact: kidgusto at yahoo dot com (all emails use standard format, we spell it out to reduce spam).

TrueGrooves Newsletter, October 2008

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Tiny Violin "Este Mundo" Now Available
Sept. 11, 2008

Tiny Violin "Este Mundo" is currently available as a full CD or digitally at Turntable Lab and is available through all major digital retailers including

URB Magazine Review of KG Originals
May 21, 2008
View Review on URB Website

If only one word could describe the sound of this album, then that word would be cunning. With his latest full-length, KG Originals, KidGusto delicately weaves out of one genre and gently glides into another without ever missing a beat. His faultless intermingling of these genres hypnotizes the mind to make the body move in response without even realizing it. He arrogantly teeters between cultures pulling the best from each and intertwining them together to create a sound so smooth, one would never guess they didn't start off together.

The record opens with a reggae dancehall vibe in 'Fed Up' featuring Rootz and Zeebo of See-I. The track begins as a tropical blend of sharp trumpet blows and a snare drum that elaborates and matures into a full on drum and bass tempo with a transition between genres that's so seamless, the listener doesn't even notice it until after it's happened. 'Movin' On' is a sultry track infused with a touch of Brazilian seduction. The soft whistle of the woodwind instrument compliments the gentle tapping of the congas, or bongos, and would be the perfect track to sound a movie scene where people are dancing underneath the stars on a beach somewhere in the wildest of fantasies. 'About That Jazz', which showcases the trumpet talent of Joe Brotherton, is easily reminiscent of the soulful house from the mid '90s when people were just about done with techno. It has a relaxed vibe to just chill out to and it would be no surprise if this track was already a favorite among loungers in the scene.

Each track on the album is a feel good time with every change of the beat: KidGusto is the alchemist of rhythms, his amalgam of sounds on KG Originals is nurtured just right to reach its full potential and blossoms before the listener to reveal a new meaning from that which is started.

Reviewed on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 by Joanna Munoz

KidGusto and TrueGrooves Present 'Madrugada' Featuring Bleu on Vocals
April 1, 2008

Video and Audio written and Produced by KidGusto
Vocals Written By Bleu Cruz

All Rights Reserved. 2008. TrueGrooves. Washington DC

TrueGrooves Announces Their Latest Release by KidGusto, "KG Originals"
Contact: kg@funkdc.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 12th, 2007

TrueGrooves records is proud to announce the release of KidGustoÂ’s KG Originals. This will be KidGustoÂ’s first full-length release. It includes fourteen original songs, and as to be expected from TrueGroovesÂ’ most successful and prolific artist, both musicians and singers alike have been happy to contribute both note and voice to the release. One can expect appearances by See-I internationalÂ’s Rootz and Zeebo, Washington, DC artists Mustafa Akbar and Joe Brotherton and the Miami based vocalist Bleu.

Of course, it is KidGusto’s vision, whether as composer, arranger or organizer, that makes KG Originals his most comprehensive release to date. Here, sounds and cultures fuse. The carnival rhythms of Brazil, the paint-bucket crash of Washington DC’s Go-Go and the trailing echoes of Persian classical music clang together, which, in turn, reverberate and create something new and original. Whether one’s tastes rest within raucous, dancefloor bombast or the more mannered styles of a lounge, KG Originals delivers—sometimes in the very same song.

KG Originals will be Released on November 12, 2007 and available for purchase and download from a variety of retailers such as Groovedis.com, Turntablelab.com and all major digital retailers.

TrueGrooves Announces the Release of KG "ReGrooves Vol. 2" April 15, 2007

TrueGrooves and KidGusto announce the release of Re-Grooves Volume II, the second installment of their highly successful remix series, which Turntable Lab has labeled “potent stuff.”

“Melo-D” is a driving, percussive track with modular synthesizers which builds into a frenzy of drums that is sure to have a contagious effect on the dance floor. “Claps On” flips the script with a 60’s R&B sample re-worked into a drum and bass track.

“New Brazin’” opens side B with an intelligent dance floor friendly hip hop remix which melds together classic verses from KRS One and Method Man. The EP closes with a remix from Baltimore’s own Brooksie. This heavy hitting, latin vocal and horn-laden track will work on any dance floor.

Here is what people are saying about it:

“DC's Kid Gusto is back after a short respite (dude was dominating lab charts two years ago) with a welcomed second volume in his remix series. Gusto's remixes might has well be called songs, cause he completely reworks the instrumentation with a unique style. At first listen, you won't be able to decipher the original. With "Melo-D(1)" you just be hit with a wall of drums. This is some advanced shit. "Claps On(2)" is a pleasant surprise, as he gives the drum and bass treatment to oldies classic "Clapping Song." KRS-One has lost hip-hop relevancy these days (no disrespect), but "New Brazin(3)" is a pretty ridiculous remix of "Hip-Hop vs. Rap." Lastly "Ay Yay Yay(4)" is some a chunky midtempo latin. Potent stuff.”
-Turntable Lab

"The entire Kid Gusto EP is really hot. Excellent work. I picked it up online, and I'll be making good use of it in Europe. I'm doing a few quick edits of it for my sets. His taste is impeccable."
-Steinski

"Hottest re-works to cross my path this year. "Melo-D" and "Claps On" immediately went into rotation, and I expect them to stay there for a while".
-Monk One

KG's newest EP is #13 on Turntable lab's top sellers August 30, 2006

Turntable Lab's TOP MOVEMENT ON ALL VINYL

1. Curtis Vodka: The Yeti Bounce (Baltimore) EP
2. Tittsworth & DJ Ayres: Old Bay Seasoning (Baltimore) EP
3. Hollertronix: #5 (Diplo) EP
4. V/A: Chrome Children 2LP w/ Free Pic Disc 7" PRE-ORDER.
5. Jonny Blaze: United We Stand, Divided We Fall EP
6. El Michels Affair: C.R.E.A.M. (Wu-Tang Covers) 7"
7. The Shining 2LP w/ Exclusive T-Shirt PRE-ORDER
8. Jonny Blaze: Kiddie Disco Time EP
9. Bonde Do Role: Melo Do Tabaco (Diplo Remix) EP
10. V/A: More Favela Booty Beats EP
11. The Shining 2LP w/ Exclusive T-Shirt PRE-ORDER
12. Sebastian: Smoking Kills (?) 12"
13. KidGusto: Re-Grooves Vol.1 EP
14. Edu K: Illegal (Bonde Do Role Remix) 12"
15. Nelly Furtado: Promiscuous Remixes (Mr. Vegas) 12"
16. The Shining 2LP w/ Exclusive T-Shirt PRE-ORDER
17. Bugz In The Attic: Move Aside (Sinden Remix) 12"
18. DJ Assault: The Nigga Music (Ass N Titties) EP
19. Tittsworth: Vol.2 (Baltimore) EP
20. Low Budget, Scottie B & King Tutt: Unruly Presents… (Baltimore) EP
21. Justin Timberlake: Sexy Back 12"
22. Beastie Boys: Classic Re-Edits EP
23. Hollertronix: #1.5 EP
24. V/A: Bombs #2 (Reggae Remixes) EP
25. V/A: Sou Funk (Baile) EP
26. Queen vs. Final Faze: Another One Bites The Dust 12"
27. V/A: MASH VOL.2 EP (Promiscuous vs. INXS, E-40 vs. Rockit)
28. J. Dilla: The Shining 2LP
29. Tittsworth: Club (Baltimore) EP
30. Discoconductor: Boogie Jams EP
31. V/A: Hook Up Tunes #3 (Paula Abdul + Justin Timberlake) EP
32. Madonna: Into The Groove 2006 12"
33. Sneaky Snarls: Crazier (1200 Beats Remix) 12"
34. Three 6 Mafia: Stay Fly 12"
35. Gnarls Barkley: Crazy 12"
36. The Pack: Vans 12"
37. V/A: Sound of LA Vol.1 (Cut Chemist & Sa-Ra) EP
38. Rod Lee: Let's Go EP
39. Burial: South London Boroughs 12"
40. Wailing Souls: Firehouse Rock 7"
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Also, please Keep an eye out for a new Kidgusto mix coming out in the near future.

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New Release Alert! KG Re-Grooves Volume.1 is here! June 20, 2006

We are proud to announce the arrival of the 3rd TrueGrooves installment on vinyl 12" EP. Re-Grooves Volume. 1 is in full affect!

12" vinyl available through: Groove Distribution (Chicago)

To Listen to sound samples, go to the TrueGrooves Myspace home page: http://www.myspace.com/truegrooves

A long time comin'. Nomadink comes correct! May 10, 2006

This month, we are honored to have the Truegrooves Design Meistro himself, Tyler from Nomadink studios enlighten us with a little Q & A about his and his wife's constant hustle in the graphic design world.

Click on the 'Community Section' above and click on the 'Visual Artists' link to view the interview we had with Tyler. Enjoy.

Kidgusto makes the URB "Next 100" May 01, 2006

We are pleased to announce that our very own Kidgusto has made the URB magazine "Next 100". We've got a lot of great things lined up ahead so please keep an eye out. easy.

KG hits C-Town March 08, 2006

The People's Party is back in action with a number of fresh shows. This week they are featuring: KIDGUSTO (D.C. | TrueGrooves | Rhythm and Culture) and resident DJs jugoe and misterbradleyp. They are pleased to announce Nitty Gritty's return to Touch Supper Club! As one of the Midwest's only club nights to focus on left-field soul, future funk and eclectic breaks.

DC in Miami? February 27th, 2006

That's right. Rhythm and Culture Recordings will be representing Washington DC on the refined pursuit of bangin' beats and shakin' feet in South Beach, Miami. If you're in the area for the Winter Music Conference, then be sure to come out and enjoy the warm weather and dope music to set off the night.

Is it true? new KG EP's on the horizon.. January 25th, 2006

you didn't hear this from me, but there's talks of two more KG EP's dropping on vinyl very soon.....stay tuned for more.

but, remember, shhhh!

Steady Rollin' January 11th, 2006

Truegrooves is on the roll this month and we got a lot things poppin up soon, so please check back soon. Next month we'll have another TrueGrooves featured artist, but this time on the Visual Arts end. Mr. 'Tyler Littlejohn Johnson' and his graceful wife Flavia have founded a progressive Art Co. named NomadInk and they will drop in at TrueGrooves for a little Q&A, so keep a lookout!

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Happy New Year! January 6th, 2006

Got some great new additions here on the Truegrooves website. Truegrooves is honored to feature it's first artist after the recent re-vamping of the website. The very fine trumpet extraordinaire, Mr. Joe Brotherton is highlighted this month, so please check out this link' for Mr. Brotherton's feature. Or you can click the 'Download' link up top and go to the 'Musicians' section.

Also, we are proud to feature The Capitol Hill Computer Corner in the Community Section. They are a Non-Profit organization that is dedicated in providing state-of-the-art computer equipment in a safe and learning environment in DC's Ward 6. Please click this link to read more about them.

Happy Holidays from the TrueGrooves Massive December 7th, 2005

We've got some great new items in stock this month that will work as great holiday gifts for your friends and family.

Check it out....

Kidgusto's New Mix, "One Song" is now available for order so please contact us to receive a copy of your own.

Also TrueGrooves T-Shirts are finally in, but if you're interested in receiving one for your own or as a gift, act fast because these tee's are almost gone.

Update* T-Shirts have sold out. More will be available soon**

There are always new things popping up here at TrueGrooves, so please drop by soon. Have a great holiday and please don't forget about the millions around us near and far that are less fortunate this holiday. This is the time for giving.

Respect.

FunkDC takes it to Brooklyn, New York and Toronto! November 9th, 2005

This Saturday the 12th of November, Kidgusto and Moose will pack up their vinyl crates and head up to Brooklyn New York to spin some heat at the "All Good Loft Party" located at 300 Douglas, between 3rd and 4th Ave. Park Slope Brooklyn courtesy of Bastard Jazz recordings

Then the following week on November 18th Kidgusto will travel to Toronto and show Canada how we do in the 202! This will be a party not to miss! Big Ups to Farbsie and crew for hooking this up.

Fall days are here and we got the music for 'ya ears! October 18th, 2005

Cheers y'all. A busy Summer it has been and we at TrueGrooves have been doing the usual hustle and bustle to get you some good music. Kidgusto's new release "The Heat Beats" EP ( Check out www.groovedis.com to receive a copy of your own or if you're local then hit up DJ HUT on P street) once more made a huge impact on the international underground music scene and is hoping to release another set of two EP's by the change of the year. Not to mention his new mix called "One Song" which will be avail in the next month, so keep an eye out and check back soon for updates.

In other Music news:

Disco SensaSean is available for download at your local cornerstone funkDC beat bakery!

This mix is truly a Heater! Sean Haney pulls off precise mixing with only two turntables and a mixer.

Tracklisting:

1. The Blackbyrds - Happy Music
2. Raw Silk - Do It To The Music
3. Sister Sledge - He's the Greatest Dancer
4. Chic - I Want Your Love
5. Stevie Wonder - Do I Do
6. Jimmy Bo Horne - Everybody Get Happy
7. The Blackbyrds - Rock Creek Park
8. Positive Force - We Got the Funk
9. Jimmy Bo Horne - Let's Dance Across the Floor
10. Salsoul Orchestra - Get Away (Instrumental)
11. Mandrill - Can You Get It
12. Sparque - Let's Go Dancing
13. Bohannon - Let's Start the Dance
14. Taana Gardner - When You Touch Me
15. Chaka Khan - Any Love
16. M.F.S.B. - Plenty Good Lovin

New site July 14th, 2005

Greetings to the TrueGrooves, FunkDC massive! Notice anything different? We’ve completely revamped the TrueGrooves website. Hope you enjoy the new look and content and we hope to see you soon at one of our parties in the city.

in music and community news this week:
Join DC Surfrider for a Tsunami Benefit Concert, Saturday, April 30 at Dr. Dremo's in Arlington VA.
Live entertainment, with local bands The Hickories, Crooked Crow, and Brother Shamus, DJ KidGusto, and laughs from Standup Comedy To Go.

Bid on a surfboard, snowboard, skateboards, and other great items in a silent auction, and enter the raffle for a chance to win great prizes from East Coast Board Company, Surfer Magazine, Asylum Wake-Skate-Snow, Fitness First, and more.

Proceeds benefit SurfAid International, a group of surfers and doctors from around the globe that has been offering health and humanitarian aid to the island communities off West Sumatra and the Mentawai Islands for four years.

Doors open at 6 pm, the comedy show starts at 7, and bands come on at 9. Admission is $10 at the door, and includes one raffle ticket. This is a 21+ event. Dr. Dremo's Taphouse is conveniently located just two blocks from the Court House Metro station at 2001 Clarendon Blvd in Arlington. Free parking is also available. For more info click here: truegrooves.com/tsunami_benefit_

Hope to see y’all out there.
Respect.