Jul 12 2009
Melanie Fiona and Questlove

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.

Melanie Fiona Meets the Illadelphonics mixtape cover

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.


☼ What's Your Opinion? ☼

1 Kris Mon, Jul 13, 2009 - 9:44 pm

Wow I’ve never heard of her, but I’m really impressed…might even call me a fan! I’ll be checking for her album when it drops here.

2 Dats Jus Swift Sun, Sep 06, 2009 - 6:53 pm

Fiona…..
?uest…...
you know this is genius!!!!

Peace and Many Blessings…......


Swift

3 lady simth Sat, Sep 25, 2010 - 2:43 pm

nikna is fake is f**k wher do they do that ay like she LIKE WHO IS A BARIEEEE LIKE GRUL BYR SHXXT NOW GRUL BYR SHXXT I SWA HHERS SHE UGGY

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