Melanie Fiona and Questlove Present the Illadelphonics Mixtape

You’ve seen Melanie Fiona at a few events; heard her single. Inquisitive minds might ask, what’s up with the album? Melanie Fiona’s debut silvery disc/download The Bridge is slated for release on Sept. 22. Last year, while on tour with Kanye West, Melanie Fiona was introduced to Questlove. She let him know that if she ever made a mixtape as a teaser/taster for her album, she wanted him to be the wizard behind the mixing board. Questlove said, “fa sho.”

Of course, Questlove’s specialty is live music. So he invited Melanie Fiona into his new spot at NBC studios to record live versions of some well known songs, new and old. Think Sam Cooke’s “Cupid.” Think Kanye West’s “Heartless,” minus the Antares audio.

Last night, the result of that live session was posted on the web: “WQST presents Melanie Fiona meets the Illadelphonics.” In Questlove’s words, “it’s loungey, it’s vibey, it’s innovative, it’s quality..” it allows Melanie to give you a taste of her musical stylings.

WQST presents Melanie Fiona meets the Illadelphonics. ← Download

It was recorded as a faux radio interview.
Do what I did, listen to the music first. I like my new artists to show what they’ve got before the 5W’s get kicked around.