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November 27 2012

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Chief - Shadows Collision LP (FEELIN' MUSIC)

Written By 1 - November 27 2012

Available Here on LP

Dynamic beatmaker Chief is back with "Shadows Collision", a collection of instrumental tracks showcasing the sound signature he's known for, and that new record proves once more why Chief is a key player in bridging the gap between hip-hop and electronic. "Shadows Collision" consists of instrumental tracks recorded over the past year, and musically follows the path set by Chief's much acclaimed album "Drone Beats & Electric Waves" released in early 2011. Chief is well known for both his solo work and for producing the cream of the cream of both confirmed and upcoming rappers/singers such as Moka Only, Blu, Co$$, John Robinson, Kissey Asplund, Aloe Blacc, Dynas, Les Nubians, Just Brea, Sene, or Abstract Rude to name but a few. "Shadows Collision" is a versatile album where Chief manages to blend hip-hop and electronic music, taking the best of both worlds and twisting it all into his very own sound. "Shadows Collision" features new instrumental tracks as well as collaborations with Ghostape, Deheb or Flex Fab, and a few goodies available for the first time on vinyl. Combining sonic subtlety, electric soundscapes, hip-hop beats and soulful sound design into propulsive beat productions, "Shadows Collision" amounts to an album that stands out in a crowded climate. For fans of: Flying Lotus, Mr Dibiase, Dimlite, Jay Dee ...

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November 25 2012

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UPCOMING: The Lewis Connection - The Lewis Connection LP (NUMERO)

Written By 1 - November 25 2012

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

With insurance money from a recently overturned Buick Century, brothers Andre and Pierre Lewis went on a recording tear through the Twin Cities in 1978, cutting a half-dozen songs in as many studios. Combining the astrosexuality of Parliament with the sophisticated flammability of Earth, Wind & Fire, the Lewis Connection's misspelled debutcaptures the Minneapolis Sound's founding fathers-Prince among them-at the paradigm-shifting confluence of funk, jazz, and pop for which the Land of 10,000 Lakes is famed. Having departed from Champagne, Prince Rogers Nelson felt certain he could gain work within the ranks of Pierre and Andre Lewis's profitable circle. Hoping simply to generate enough funds to secure passage for himself and a demo tape to New York City, the promising guitarist gigged with the group, and can be heard picking on "Got To Be Something Here" alongside future band mate and bassist, Sonny Thompson. The session sat fallow until the Lewis Brother's robust settlement secured passage back through the region's recording studios, as the Twin City players went for broke on each increasingly frugal session. Notorious child prodigies and party animals, the Lewis Connection's self- titled debut was smoked and snorted by frenzied audiences, with few copies rising to the surface in the intervening decades. Over thirty years later, the seedy masterpieces of Pierre and Andre Lewis remain a freaky hallmark in the canon of Midwestern funk.
 Track List & Soundclips:
01 Get Up clip
02 Higher clip
03 Feel Good To Ya clip
04 Got To Be Something Here clip
05 Dynamic Duo clip
06 Mr.G clip

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November 24 2012

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UPCOMING: Keep On Burning – The Story of Northern Soul DVD

Written By 1 - November 24 2012

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

Keep on Burning tells the fascinating story of the world’s most enduring underground music movement : Northern Soul! Featuring interviews with key DJ’s, journalists and promoters, including soul radio pioneer Tony Blackburn, this new documentary was filmed on location at Manchester’s iconic Twisted Wheel and London’s 100 Club.

Wigan Casino founder Russ Winstanley and Blue & Soul music journalist Tony Cummings recount the artists, records and stories which have made Northern Soul a way of life for its aficionados. With contributions from record label executives’ Tim Brown (Goldmine), Ady Croasdell (Kent), Dave McAleer (Pye/RCA) and Neil Rushton (Inferno), Keep on Burning reveals a unique insight into the music phenomenon that came of age in the clubs of Northern England in the mid-seventies. Featuring archive Northern Soul performances and Granada’s 1977 TV documentary This England with an exclusive interview and commentary by its BAFTA award winning director Tony Palmer, Keep On Burning is the ultimate story of those who decided to Keep The Faith.

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November 24 2012

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Georgia Anne Muldrow - Seeds 2LP (SOMEOTHASHIP)

Written By 1 - November 24 2012

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Seeds has been produced in its entirety by hip-hop mainstay Madlib, and marks the first project Georgia Anne Muldrow where she concentrated solely on her lyrics and vocals, while leaving the production to someone outside her close camp. Georgia describes the recording process as being “a very different experience… But I’m very proud of the hut we built and am excited about the release.” Seeds is presented by SomeOthaShip Connect, the label Muldrow started with husband and fellow musician Dudley Perkins aka Declaime.

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November 22 2012

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Conch Backyard Cafe Menu

Written By 1 - November 22 2012

Here's this week's menu, some new additions as well as some favourites:  BREAKFAST FROM 8AM-12PM Fresh juice- Organic Apple & Tangelo 6 Fruit salad with local organic and tropical fruit, served with Clearwater’s yoghurt  10 Muesli toasted and served with hemp or cow milk, Clearwater’s yoghurt and berries  10 Free range eggs poached, with sour dough bread and guacamole 12 Free-range eggs with French green lentil ragout, our own chorizo And organic sour dough bread    15 Buckwheat waffles with rhubarb, blue berries and our own mascarpone Or Avocado, sprouts, garden salad and spicy pickles 12 ------   LUNCH FROM 12PM-3PM Salad- Wood fired free ranged chicken, asparagus, cos lettuce Croutons and tangelo dressing   15 Organic lamb shoulder slow cooked and served with spring vegetables & mixed garden salad   18 Wood fired quinoa & sweet corn cakes, served with spicy pickles, guacamole, mixed salad & sprouts  12 New season potato salad served warm with fresh made ricotta, mixed herbs & Waiheke olive oil  10   SWEETS Mexican chocolate cookie with lime icing    2 each   HOUSE TEA Kukicha- roasted twig tea (alkaline energy)    2

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