A few years ago I had the pleasure of getting to know the fantastic Hip Hop Soul duo Backpack Jax who are based out of Nantes, France. Mauikai and Boogie are now poised to bring a fantastic International Tour here to the East Coast of the U.S. where they have teamed up with the KLP Dance Troupe. The aptly titled French Connexion Tour seeks to highlight the influence that Hip Hop has had on French Culture. Through various partnerships 95% of the tour has already been underwritten but help is still need to secure the remaining 5% that will insure the tour is a success! As is often said “This is the part we all can participate” so make sure to head over to their Indiegogo site to get all the details and of course you generous donation will not go unnoticed, plenty of offerings from all access to signed merch based upon your contribution level. So as I always say: Don’t tell a friend, tell two or three hundred!!!

Indiegogo Site for the French Connexion Tour.

Check out this fantastic latest installment of the Efficacy Series curated by friend to GFM Fiona Bloom. This episode features the New Orleans based musical outfit Water Seed. Checkout the free flowing convo in the vid as well as their latest release Wonderlove here. The Wonder Love Part 1 new EP drops March 12th, 2013.

About Water Seed

Brought up on the roots and traditions of the musical city of New Orleans, Water Seed has become one of the undergrounds best kept secrets. Crossing genres, social status, and age lines, Water Seed continues to reach fans of every demographic. Starting with a tight grooving bottom, surrounded by stylish harmony and depth, and topped with a bold horn and vocal presence Water Seed is built like the perfect woman. They hit the stage with a sassy grace and easily commands any crowded room.

New Orleans-based singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Trombone Shorty (along with his band Orleans Avenue) performed his latest song “Do To Me” on Conan last night. The track is from his upcoming album For True, out Sept 13 on Verve Forecast.

GFM fam, as you know on this site we embrace the concept of musicians “Bridging The Gap” between the generations to move the music forward. This clip from Lenny Kravitz in that premise in action. Kudos to you Mr. Kravitz, this is what our community of music should be about!