Moodymann – Black Mahogani

Description

Its been over 20 years since Kenny Dixon Jr., better known as Moodymann, released Black Mahoganian album rich in atmosphere and emotion, offering a quintessential journey through deep house, soul, and jazz. Timeless yet modern, its an immersive and emotionally resonant experience that reflects the singular character of Detroits deep musical heritage.

Originally released in 2004, Black Mahogani is arguably one of Moodymanns most revered and sought-after works. It completes the puzzle laid out by his rare and elusive KDJ 12 releases from the mid to late ’90s. With the help of Detroit legends like the late Amp Fiddler, Roberta Sweed, and Norma Jean Bell, Dixon infused his analog soundscapes and samples with a new organic warmthexpanding the deep house genre while simultaneously paying homage to 1970s soul and cinematic soundtracks.

Dixons masterful control of tensionknowing exactly when to hold back and when to let gomakes Black Mahogani an enduring masterpiece. It’s not just a landmark in electronic music, but a definitive statement in 21st-century Black American music.

Tracklist

Holiday
Roberta Jean Machine
I Need You So Much
Runaway
I’m Doing Fine
Shades Of Jae
Riley’s Song
Back At Bakers (On Livernois)
Mahogani 9000
Black Mahogani