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Echocord Records marks a momentous twenty years with an exclusive release, featuring 12 iconic artists on a limited edition triple clear vinyl, for dub-techno lovers and collectors.

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Echocord - 20 Years

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Khaliphonic 15 is the first full length release from Japanese experimental dub duo Undefined. Well-established as a live act since 2014, and releasing on their own Newdubhall label as well as ZamZam Sounds since 2017, it’s well-past time that their expansive and immersive sound be allowed to span the length of an LP, and this set is nothing short of a triumph. 

The powerhouse duo of keyboardist/programmer Sahara (formerly of Heavymanners) and drummer Ohkuma (formerly of Soul Dimension) create an absolutely unique form of dubwise firmly grounded and rooted in rockstone reggae principles, while focusing intently on expansive spaces, subtle inflections, and exploratory minimalism and abstraction - deep dives into the heart of rootical riddim and space. Luminary vocalists Paul St. Hilaire, Rider Shafique, and Ras Dasher were invited on the journey, and the resulting set is absolutely timeless, a crowning achievement in the rich history of reggae, dub, and dub techno in Japan, and the world. 

With “Defined Riddim” the two-man band has created something ruff & rugged while somehow delicate and utterly elegant throughout. Undefined honors the roots while taking them in an deeply personal, unconventional and unique direction unburdened by cliches, follow-fashion or any other concerns beyond creating an honest music - dub from the heart. Words fail when trying to describe the richly saturated color and tones of Sahara’s keys & bass; Ohkuma’s drumming is muscular, lithe, incredibly tight & subtle. The two together are nothing short of a force, a single spirit of riddim moving through two individuals with a fully-unified vision, the vision magnified by E-Mura’s (Bim One Production) masterfully restrained mix.  

It’s an absolute honor to release this album in physical form, including a bonus 7” featuring the heartfelt vocals of Ras Dasher, who passed away suddenly before he could celebrate the release with us. Undefined and Khaliphonic/ZamZam Sounds dedicate this set to him, and to dearly-departed Naoki E-Jima, whose Disc Shop Zero was the heart of the scene in Japan until he left this plane in 2020. Naoki was also an early, enthusiastic, and steadfast supporter of ZamZam Sounds & Khaliphonic, and we are forever grateful to him and his family for the love they showed us and so many others. 

Releasing at the end of April, 2022. Limited to 700 vinyl bundles for the world. No repress, no digital. Email zamzamsounds@gmail.com for more info or other inquiries. A list of stockists is available at www.zamzamsounds.com

UNDEFINED "Defined Riddim" LP + 7" Khaliphonic 15 vinyl blend

Two of the best to make that deep sound of dubbed out techno are back once again on TMC, celebrating the 10th release on our 10'' vinyl series with two tracks of the finest order.

A. Akcept - Obsessive 

This piece is a proper low end wobbler, summoning mediative head nodding to keep you riding the swung out drums and delayed chords. 

B. Versa - Ice 

One of our favourite tracks from Versa, we are very happy it's finding a home with us on TMC010! Deep down,  Ice blue techno sound. 

You can pre order the limited edition vinyl now https://www.themothclubbristol.co.uk/product/tmc010-akcept-versa-10-vinyl

High quality Matt finish artwork sleeve/print + stickers included with every record.

Designed & printed in Bristol UK by Lola Ives.

Release Date: 2nd June 2022 (shipping begins)

www.themothclubbristol.co.uk
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W&P by: Michael Nickless & Alex Waitoa
Mastered by: Jack @ Dagger Mastering 
Artwork & Design by: Lola Ives
Record label: The Moth Club
Records Produced by Green King Studio

TMC010 | Akcept - Obsessive / Versa - Ice | 10''

12" Vinyl
https://www.unearthedsounds.co.uk/release/283234-mr-roque-dub-cradle-slumber-dub

Buy 12" [REPRESSED]

Dub Cradle [PSI001 Challenger Deep] [REPRESSED]

Babe Roots are a relatively young duo from Turin, Italy, making a unique brand of atmospheric, techno-infused dubwise.  On our radar since their splendid debut 7” on Rohs! Records in early 2016, we are very pleased to invite them into the ZamZam fold with two mesmerizing and contrasting tunes.  

“Be Still” is a deeply meditative yet driving dub techno trek in classic fashion, featuring rastaman Kojo Neatness intoning on righteous living, working the land, guarding the tongue, and avoiding Babylonian schemes and traps laid by the wicked.  Maternal bass and shimmering reverbs envelop a heartbeat rhythm of kick, shaker and distant snares for a timeless vibe that shows mastery of the idiom while updating it for contemporary sound systems.  

“Rawness” is an extraordinarily deep 140 journey that opens with rich pads and swirling atmospherics, creating a psychoactive ambience that builds into a steady kick.  The full riddim hits and plunges us even deeper with restrained, syncopated drums and percussion.  Churning bass powers us through the dense, hallucinatory fog as tendrils of electricity probe and zap, and serrated snares cut through the tape haze and studio clouds in the last third.  Carving out a gorgeous edge between deep dubstep and dub techno, “Rawness” hits all the marks and will find a home in a huge range of sets.

Mastered by Sam Precise.  Design & screen print by Polygon Press.  Limited to 600 copies for the world.  No digital, no repress.  Contact zamzamsounds@gmail.com for subscriptions, wholesale, or other info.  Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to stay in the loop!

Babe Roots "Be Still" feat Kojo Neatness b/w "Rawness" ZamZam 59 7" vinyl rip blend

Masis pushes through with his debut vinyl release. His up-setting, yet eyes down anti-war protest aligns perfectly with the expanding Challenger Deep catalogue while ethereal opus 'Unearthed Dub VIP' rounds off the hand stamped 12”.

PSI003, displacement 1000 tons.

https://www.redeyerecords.co.uk/vinyl/111112-psi003-masis

PSI003 No War Dub Clip (pre-order link in description)

TMC005 @Akcept & @anotherchannel

After a brief hiatus we are back at it! 

Presenting you the musical excellence of Akcept, Another Channel & Tailored Sound on the Sax. 

The limited edition vinyl records are now sold out! 

This is now to be followed with the digital streaming options on Spotify and beyond as of the release date.

Release Date: 9th December 2020

1. Moonlight (Featuring Tailored Sound)

Moonlight cuts deep, this unique piece of dubbed out techno gets your body moving in-line with the groove and shuffle, whilst also sending you into a meditational head nod-state. Ever on going and encapsulating towards the space of the cosmos and the planets that inhabit it. As we travel deeper into the unknown our reality becomes our existence, sit back and relax to the sounds of Akcept & Tailored Sound blessing the musical underground with this beautiful *VERY LIMTED* slice of greatness. 

10'' Vinyl Record - Limited Cuts manufactured in Bristol at Green King Studios.

2. Transmission (Featuring Another Channel)

None of these tracks are an 'A or a B' side in our opinion, both bringing pure premium vibrations. Transmission comes as a dusty, nosey offering of dubbed out starship techno. Insanely crafted hits and stabs come alined with a rolling baseline and peaceful chords, extenuating the fact we come with peace with TMC005.

Mastered for Vinyl & Digital by the living legend that is Robert Macciochi of Subvert Mastering. Delivering quality every-time and this time we wanted to give him an extra special shout out for his excellence! Pure warmth inside, the music is going straight to vinyl, cut in real time with a lathe cut machine @ GKS. The test press's have been approved and sound amazing - do not miss out on yours and hit the pre order button now!

High quality artwork sleeve/print included with every Vinyl Record.
Designed & printed in Bristol UK by lazulimoon.
 
Release Date: 9th December 2020

www.themothclubbristol.co.uk
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W&P by: Alex Waitoa
Additional production by: Jack Taylor & Jonas
Mastered by: Bob @ Subvert Mastering
Artwork & Design by: Lola Ives
Record label: The Moth Club
Records Produced by Green King Studio

Moonlight

TMC005 | Akcept - Moonlight (Feat. Tailored Sound) / Transmission w/ Another Channel | 10"

Babe Roots - State Of Mind Feat Baba Ras

Label: Newdubhall (Japan)
Release date: 1st May 2020
Format: Vinyl 10", 45 RPM

Credits: written & produced by Babe Roots. Vocals by James Williams, lyrics inspired by Daisaku Ikeda. vocal adds by Another Channel

https://baberoots.bandcamp.com/album/state-of-mind-extent

Babe Roots - State Of Mind feat Baba Ras

Babe Roots - Extent

Label: Newdubhall (Japan)
Release date: 1st May 2020
Format: Vinyl 10", 45 RPM

Credits: written & produced by Babe Roots. trumpet by Stefano Cocon.

https://baberoots.bandcamp.com/album/state-of-mind-extent

Babe Roots - Extent

All tracks have been mixed, dubbed, remixed between 2016 and 2020.
https://baberoots.bandcamp.com/album/dubs-remixes-2016-2020
Release date: February 5, 2021
more infos on Bandcamp

Dubs & Remixes (2016-2020)

Dubs & Remixes (2016 - 2020) Snippet

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