Leeds DJ and composer George Evelyn, better known as Nightmares On Wax released best of compilation N.O.W IS THE TIME last month. With a documentary also accompanying the release (below), while there’s a temptation to look backwards, as this exclusive Playlist for Q proves Evelyn is in fact looking forward… or more accurately, upwards and out in to space has he presents his “Cosmic Musical Shenanigans”
Positive Flow – Children Of The Sun Ft Heidi Vogel (Original Mix)
“How can we have a cosmic selection we have recognising the oneness of us all , the sunshine that come through in this song is undeniable. Full hope and belief. Shine on!”
Bob Marley – Natural Mystic
“Dear Bob reminding us of the natural elements that are always around us, whether we’re smoked out on the herb or just been at one in the morning. Had this as my wake up call for a long time.”
George Clinton – Mothership Connection Starchild
“I got my chance to meet Mr Clinton only a couple of weeks ago out here in Ibiza, this cosmic brother has it going on. He’s been taking us to different dimension for decades and for me the first to mention the idea of Motherships from out of space in a song.”
Earth Wind And Fire – Fantasy
“Fantasising about leaving earth, taking a trip to the outer realms of our galaxy. One group I wish I had seen live, never a dull moment when it comes to EWF.”
Marvin Gaye – A Funky Space Reincarnation
“Marvin has a go at taking us outta space, with some planetary dates with the ladies on Jupiter and Mars.”
Chocolate Milk – Time Machine
“I love the soulful take on the adventures of time travel in this song, sweet!”
Lonnie Liston Smith & The Cosmic Echoes – Expansions
“Need I explain? Open your mind to understand that we all must live in peace, with a closed mind it’s not possible.”
Cybotron – Clear
“Amazing production by Juan Atkins, so ahead of its time with this Kraftwerk – Esq. delivery taking you through the galaxy.”
Pharoah Sanders – Astral Traveling
“A Beautiful composition by this true master, allowing everything in the physical world to float away whilst your imagination is set free.”
Roy Ayres – Life Is Just A Moment (Part 1)
“A great reminder that the moment is all we have, so enjoy it!”
For more head to Nightmaresonwax.com.