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August 24 2013

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Ras G - Back On The Planet 2LP+MP3 (BRAINFEEDER)

Written By 1 - August 24 2013

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Dusty, ethereal and bugged out, the Crate Creator's beats bring the past to the future. Back On The Planet, G's latest Brainfeeder release, finds the blunted master of the beat guiding his Afrikan Space Program further out than ever. Download code for the whole album is included!  After amassing a sizable discography of 7"'s, EP's and digital releases on a host of platforms, Ras_G & The Alkebulan Space Program are Back On The Planet for their most complete demonstration to date. The countless nights at SpaceBase behind the MPC and SP-303 have seen _G come fully into his own. On this project past experiments in chest-rattling bass, terse loops and bugged-out field noise come full circle. Ancient Afrikan poly-drum rhythms meet outer-synth splashes of white noise and intuitive experimentation meld with deep sub-harmonics for an otherworldly experience. "Asteroid Storm" captures the pulsating energy of The ASP's live demonstrations while "Natural Melanin Being" finds _G's Uncle Ra sharing a few words of wisdom that go very well with the therapeutic tones of the meditative "All Is Well." "Back On The Planet" is The ASP at it's most confident, shedding all barriers for an open and honest manifestation. Drawing from a source beyond the ego and dealing with the eternal, Ras_G & The Ancient Space Program are a cosmic outfit, eternally elsewhere but always in tune.

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August 24 2013

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UPCOMING: 77 Karat Gold (Grooveman Spot&Sauce81) - Love 7" (JAZZY SPORT)

Written By 1 - August 24 2013

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Due out October 2013, to pre-order please contact us at info@conch.co.nz

Track List & Soundclips: A-Side: Love B-Side: Memories In the Rain

The 46th release from Jazzy Sport Productions is a fantastic collaboration of Jazzy Sport's famous Grooveman Spot and Sauce 81 (well known releasing from on "Wonderful Noise" and "Catune") under the name of 77 Karat Gold"!

There features fantastic NU SOUL MUSIC with JAZZ FLAVOR by fantastic their production magic. "Love" is beautiful heart worming soul number. There features fantastic mix of grooveman Spot's peace vibe jazz/soul groove and sauce 81's fantastic live instrumental performance and chorus work. You should feel good time and vibe with fender rhodes sounds and percussion groove sounds..and beautiful harmony of vocal and chorus. "Memories In The Rain" is the moody nu soul song like the way of Dwele, Musiq, Soulchild or Amp Fiddler. There features beautiful soul song world on the mellow groove with featuring beautiful key works. This must be the new way of soul music. You can't miss this fantastic project 77 Karat Gold!!

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August 23 2013

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Floating Points - Wires 12" (EGLO)

Written By 1 - August 23 2013

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The much in demand "Wires" taken from the Eglo compliation CD on a strictly limited edition 12" of 1000 copies, single sided & numbered 12" with inserted gold screen print from Kay Shin. [via FactMag] April witnessed the arrival of Eglo Records Vol. 1 – the first ever compilation released by Shepherd and Alexander Nut’s Eglo Recordings imprint. Scattered throughout the 23-track set were cuts from label regulars Funkineven, Fatima, Mizz Beats and GB. Arguably the biggest draw, however, was Floating Points’ album exclusive ‘Wires’ – a lush, heavily orchestrated 11-minute epic, boasting Hammond organ, some rolling percussion work and trilling woodwind. As befits one of Shepherd’s most ambitious compositions to date, ‘Wires’ will now get a proper 12″ release. The unexpected vinyl pressing will arrive on a one-sided 12″, and also promises a fancy printed gold insert.

FLOATING POINTS 45 MIN MIX AT THE BOILER ROOM

   

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August 22 2013

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GIG: Alpha Steppa @ The Monte Cristo Rooms - 20 Sept

Written By 1 - August 22 2013

  Lion Rockers Hi-Fi and Base fm present Alpha Steppa for one New Zealand show!!! 396478-200421-14
Alpha Steppa (UK) Friday 20th September
Monte Cristo rooms, 53 Nelson St
Tickets at 1-NIGHT.CO.NZ 
        Alpha Steppa will preform an energetic live dub set, amplified over the mighty Lion Rockers Hi-Fi soundsystem. With support from the full lion rockers crew.  The son and nephew of respected dub heavyweights Alpha & Omega, Alpha Steppa has been surrounded by soundsystem and dubplate culture from a young age. Now a talented producer in his own right, his productions connect the dots between the music which he has grown up around and the new generation of UK bass music of which he is a part of. His dubbed out style draws upon the sounds of his musical heritage, filtered through an exploration of the newer sounds of dubstep.                                                                                            With his unique blend of forward thinking dub/dubstep and homage to roots/reggae, his releases have shown him to be front and centre in the evolution of these genres. A succesful label owner, talented producer and energetic performer, expect Alpha Steppa to provide a memorable show just for New Zealander's. LINKS: www.steppas.com Alpha Steppa on Soundcloud Lion Rockers Facebook

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August 22 2013

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Ty - Kick, Snare And An Idea 10" (RECORD BREAKIN)

Written By 1 - August 22 2013

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Supported by Gilles Peterson, Benji B, Rich Medina! With a reputation built on his original style and refusal to hop on any industry bandwagon, Ty is best known for his lyrical frankness and honest portrayals of everyday life, setting him aside from many mainstream hip hop acts and allowing him complete artistic independence. This has led to the release of four successful albums and a Mercury Prize nomination, among many high profile plaudits.

After gaining notoriety on the London underground scene Ty signed to Big Dada records in 2001, the same year his mighty debut album ‘Awkward’ was released. The union between the artist and label saw a further two albums - 2003’s Mercury-nominated ‘Upwards’ and ‘Closer’ (2006) - released over five years.

Since his fourth solo album, ‘Special Kind of Fool’, was released in 2010 via BBE records, Ty has featured and collaborated with many artists stretching from America to France. Closer to home, Ty features on a tribute to the late Amy Winehouse, released in early 2012, and most recently recorded a track with former Radio 1 DJ and producer Kissy Sell Out.

A lifelong love of hip hop has seen the honest speaking South Londoner gain skills in sound engineering and producing, the latter leading to work with Scratch Perverts, Talib Kweli, Blak Twang and Arrested Development.

Ty is also known for his work as a spoken word artist. Earlier this year he was asked to perform and host workshops for the British Council, which culminated in the conclusion of a 35 year halt on international performers in the Sudanese town of Port Sudan. As well as this, his spoken word efforts have seen Ty put in performances at The Big Chill Festival and The Royal Albert Hall. Alongside his work with the British Council Ty is also a member of The HipHop Shakespeare Company, running workshops with young people, showing the influences and works of Shakespeare in today’s music scene.

Tracklisting & Sound Clips:

1. Lets Start  2. Like You Never 3. Knock Knock  4. Well Well Well

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