slow, funky, groovin' laid back music


Looking for something instrumental to put on late night, quiet with deep bass and soul. Not easy or "smooth" jazz, but more hip hop influenced. I like theivery corporation, but would like to hear more afro/jazz influence. Does that make any sense? Something like People Under the Stairs or Digable Planets or Erykah Badu or Jill Scott, but without the words. Recommendations welcome. Thanks
rosedanny
This is absolutely perfect:

"Dreams of Freedom: Ambient Translations of Bob Marley in Dub", by Bill Laswell.

Deep bass, mellow. Bonus: should be easy to find used and cheap!
You must hear "Portishead: Live AT Roseland, NYC". I think it's perfect for what your asking for.
Musicovery... not exactly what was ask for, but this is a fun site for stumblng up on new to you tunes.
Hey thanks to you all! I haven't had a chance to respond until now--looks like I posted the right question to the right bunch of people! I already blew my music money for this month, but have made a list of records I'll be buying come payday: Nightmares on Wax and Ratatat will be on the list, as will some daptone selections. Also Kid Loco. And thanks Albert for the AMG website--I spent an enjoyable educational hour there the other night. Down tempo is what I'm looking for, but not so much ambient/electronica. Anyway, thanks again--I'll let you know what I end up getting.
Again, you should here "Portishead, Live At Roseland, NYC". Please let me know if you do.