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Wind Horse label founder Hamza, returns with another swashbuckling offering on his effusive & eclectic imprint, titled ‘Banjara Series - Mali Edition', curating a 10-track offering that consisting of summery, ethnic & organic house music with subtle elements of disco inspired by the beautiful country of Mali.

The rolling tides, sun-kissed Landdscapes & saharan vibe of the nation is echoed with aplomb as the compilation kicks off in frenetic fashion with ‘Nindjougou' & ‘Tolon' Featuring the Legendary musician Bassekou Kouyate and his son Madou Kouyate. Incredibly proficient in diverse styles of house music, Hamza displays his prowess for ethnic instruments with Soumba Soumba, Neon Afro & Ben Kadi. The first half of the package certainly gives listeners an aural smorgasbord of the sonic traits of the African nation, fused with contemporary electronic basslines, percussions & pulsating rhythms that are bound to send dancefloors into a tizzy.

Rolling into part dos, the veteran Indian artist ensures that the Malian palette of sounds does not meander in monotony. ‘Tribal Calling' is quintessentially African, complete with striking vocals & bouncy basslines. Not shying away from his adopted African roots, Hamza gives "Ben Kadi" a re-treatment in the same vein. Busier and stripped down with stabs of delicate chords make this remix a must have. ‘Timbuktu' follows suit, a tech-house corker with hypnotic vocals that's meant for those intense & intimate club moments.

"Mali Tech" can be considered to be the crescendo to this magnificent offering, tailor-made for the big room. Banjara Series (Mali Edition) concludes with the gorgeously constructed "Souleyman Sangara", complete with uplifting and unreal vocals.

Bassekou Kouyate, Hamza Rahimtula - Ben Kadi (Afro Mix)

Effusive and talented Sri Lankan DJ/Producer Asvajit returns to the Wind Horse records catalogue once again with “Naturality”, an incredible house music offering that is peppered with smatterings of dubby stabs, bouncy basslines & trippy soundscapes. The track also gets the triple remix treatment with 
soul-stirring renditions from Kali G, Blurry Slur & Nigel Perera. 

The 4-track EP begins with the original by Asvajit, who pulls you in from the outset with a lush, purposeful atmospheres that lure you into a magical state of mind. A deep, pulsating bassline takes the lead soon after, accompanied by minimal, yet oh-so-effective percussions. The track opens up new sonic highways as it progresses along, ensuring that the groove remains ‘locked-in’ while being accompanied by playful & dreamy stabs of a pad. 

Talented Mumbai-based DJ/Producer Blurry Slur gives “Naturality” the full remix treatment with an 
acid-speckled tune that sure enough to vibrate the floorboards/shake the sands of many clubs & beachside locales. Simple in construction, yet busy in function, the remix bursts in life with the squelchy & tasteful notes of acid house fused with modern deep house sensibilities. The rework also retains the dubtastic flavor of Asvajit’s original, making this track a shoe-in for quite a few playlists across the world. 

Veteran sound smith & Wind Horse records favorite Kali G steps up with a rendition that’s pivoted toward the minimal/micro house sensibilities of contemporary dance music audiences. Kali G weaves his magic with intricately curated melodies & elusive harmonies that add another dimension to the original tune. Intelligently reconstructed, the track serves as a nod to many sensibilities, including those who love music that dance between the fine lines of melodic and dubbed-out house music.

We round out the EP in style with Nigel Perera’s incredibly sophisticated version of ‘Naturality’ that is versatile & eclectic in nature, at the same time. Delicately seasoned with a dash of acid & groove-driven this track pretty much can be played in any dance-floor scenario with smiley-faced results and a lot of feet shuffling’.  An intimate breakdown ties the composition together & delivers another stunning remix of an already likeable electronic music package.

Naturality (Kali G Remix)

Asvajit - Naturality (Kali G Remix)

When it comes to blending traditional instruments from across the world with dancefloor friendly music that sounds nothing like the cliché, Hamza Rahimtula is no stranger and the repertoire that he has is a standing testament of his sonic genius. The ‘Banjara Series’ of albums documents his journey of traversing through global waveforms and after releasing ‘Turkey’ and ‘Mali’, Rahimtula brings in flavours from ‘Spain and South America’, regions and people he has had long time associations with.  

On one hand, he spent his formative college years surrounded by friends from Latin America where he had the opportunity to experience the rich and lively culture surrounding dance and music, especially traditional Latin music; and life changed for him when he first experienced Latin House more than a decade ago. Then on the other hand, he has spent considerable time travelling through Spain over the last 15 years experiencing not only the Spanish country side but also Flamenco music and musicians. Then there is his long term association with Miami based House music label, Dutchie Music, through whom he got to work on remixes that featured real instruments instead of samples. 

Over the years, Hamza has worked with the likes of Juan Mejia and J&M Brothers that has only taken his interest of Latin inspired dancefloor music further. On this release, Rahimtula’s remix of Sazon (Juan Mejia) as well as the Banjara Series Edit of J&M Brothers’ Sabrosura features sultry trumpets and guitar riffs complimented with an ethereal groove that is functional, fantastic, and effective enough to work any dancefloor. 

The compilation kicks off with ‘Los Invisibles’, which drips of summertime flavors & musical notes inspired by the Latin sunshine. The track is playful, combining vocal stabs, organic rhythms & notes of the piano for a perfect opener. ‘Latina’ is playful, energetic & extremely bouncy with a funk-driven bassline powering the track, joining familiar accompanying instruments & elements, making this a secret recipe for dance debauchery. 

With ‘Ritmo Del Amor’, Hamza delivers a soulful yet classically constructed house music tune that has moments of emotional suspension & sections of addictive rhythms. Cleverly layered percussions meet squelches of acid, uplifting vocals & gorgeous guitar strums, making for a proper dancefloor package. Juan Mejia teams up with Hamza once more on ‘Black Sugar’, a quirky track that’s fun & feisty that’s sure to transport anyone on an imaginary trip through the Spanish coastline. ‘Discotello’ brings us in to the second half of the compilation with those nu-disco feels that is intricately curated & masterfully executed.

Loopy Juice follow suit with ‘Namaste Rio’, collaborating with Hamza for and delivering a dubby, daytime destroyer that’s minimal, powerful & definitely rowdy. ‘Gitano’ once again helps one draw an aural picture, with effusive vocals & beautiful melodies. ‘Sky Song’, the final offering in this installment is an ode to the beautiful culture that has graced the world with its musical culture for centuries and is the perfect end to this series.

All in all, through ‘Spain and South America’, Rahimtula is able to offer his interpretation of Spanish and Latin American soundscapes that have made an impact on House music. In his own words, “As someone who has only had the opportunity to experience the regions, people, and culture, my view is an objective one and that of an outsider but I’ve always had an innate desire to pay homage to these amazing and rich in culture parts of the world. ”

Hamza Rahimtula’s ‘Banjara Series, Spain and South America’ releases via Wind Horse Records and will be available exclusively on Beatport and major streaming platforms on September 17th, 2021. The album can be pre-ordered on Beatport from September 10th, 2021.

Hamza Rahimtula - Latina (Original Mix)

Hamza Rahimtula - Los Invisibles (Original Mix)

Polish DJ/production duo Tidy Daps, consisting of Tomek Gnarowski (aka Doctor) & Tim Haze, make their much-anticipated debut on Wind Horse Records with a deep, lush & dub-dellic 3-track EP titled ‘Press Zero’.  

The first track titled “Good energy” is all about those feel-good vibes and sensorial tranquility. A simple, yet bouncy baseline compliments majestic, sweeping pads that will transport you aboard their craft of aural imaginations.  A mysterious, yet uplifting vocal adds another dimension to the composition, almost lending it a deeper mysticism. Alluring & enchanting, time passes effortlessly as intelligently layered percussion and a deliciously derived breakdown complete a track that’s a great fit, sunset or sunrise! 

Next up, “Alright” greets us with gentle stabs of piano notes coupled with a catchy vocal that underlines the easy-going attitude of its construction. A second vocal layer introduces itself along with a crisp kick-drum, snare & hat combination that gets you grooving almost immediately. The vocals open up into an emotive yet intimate breakdown, building up a vibe that you can immerse yourself in. The track grooves along and keeps its laid-back nature, ensuring your feet don’t stop moving at the same time. A must-have, this one. 

The third and final offering of the EP is the title track “Press Zero”. A deep, ethereal journey that begins with a tight rhythm, opens up with gentle melodic synth stabs, an uplifting vocal & UK garage inspired bassline that’s definitely going to fill-up a few dance floors across the world. Simple in design yet amazing in execution, the track unleashes its full potential as it progresses. It’s best that we let the music do the talking on this one! 

An incredible debut EP from the European twosome is perhaps a sign of what’s in store from them in the near future!

Tidy Daps - Good Energy

Tidy Daps - Good Energy (Original Mix)

Through our travels across the world, we often meet personalities that absolutely blow us away with their talent. French DJ/Producer, Clarinetist & Saxophonist Wilson Costa is one such person. He makes his debut on Wind Horse Records with the ‘Dune’ EP, an exciting 5-track compendium of originals & remixes. 

Starting off, we begin with ‘Dunes’, a slow, deep, soulful & spiritual track that illustrates the imaginative compositions of Wilson Costa in the best of ways. An uplifting chorus of Indian vocals layered with a simple & groovy rhythm including organic drum hits greets you right from the off. Gorgeously intertwined with an epic background pad that’s sure to give your skin goosebumps. The flow of the track remains constant & is sure to move many hearts on the dancefloor. 

Playful, happy & lively with a hint of those retro-disco vibes we all love, ‘Q Narongate’ lines up next with an exquisitely produced house track. A juicy, acid-tinged bassline serves as the foundation for Wilson’s next aural masterpiece. Heavenly chords along with eclectic notes & stabs from the electric piano, set up the mood through the track. Deep, sensual vocal layers add more character to a tune that’s already bursting, full of it! 

Following up are the remixes by Polish duo Tidy Daps, the first of which is their ‘dub’ version. The rework begins earnestly with a tight & simple beat structure layered incrementally with subtle percussion. A sweeping pad fills up the higher frequencies & gives way to a deep, groovy sub-bass & bassline that compliments the stripped-down essence of this offering. Carefully sampled, organic vocals & instruments combine beautifully with the core of the track of a dubstastic addition to your music arsenal. 

The easter European twosome also contributed a remix for ‘Dunes’ with a more emotive take. Keeping their minimalistic approach, the track has a more sounded bassline with a melancholic pad setting up the atmosphere with delicate stabs of the xylophone-like melodies. Smartly re-used vocal samples add a layer of fantasy to this deliciously lush & intimate production that’s suitable for those intense warm-ups or a drive out in your car! 

Rounding things off is another remix of the title track, this time by Smear. The mysterious producer makes his mark with a slick, deep & deadly remix that’s going to shake up a few sound systems across the world. A catchy bassline joins a thick kick drum & a smorgasbord of percussive hits to create that aural magic, we all crave. The track leads its listeners into a lovely breakdown that gives way to a feet-shuffling drop. Don’t be surprised if you find this one being played out at a festival near you!

05 Wilson Costa - Dunes (Tidy Daps Remix)

02 Wilson Costa - Dunes (Smear. Remix)

It's that time of the year when Wind Horse Records release a catalogue of sensational originals from our ever-extending inner circle of artists, producers and DJs. The Wind Horse VA 2021 is an enchanting
5-tracker that have been brought together for their innate ability to help dance floors absolutely take off.

The first track titled ‘Deus Ex Initium' is an impressive tune from Clandestin, who makes a mark on Wind Horse with an acid-oozing house banger. Listener's dive into a seven minute journey orchestrated by a tight rhythm and elevated by godly vocals, enough to enrapture intimate gatherings or bring down the house in packed out big rooms. Smartly curated snares enhance the percussive drive of the track, lending it attitude and then some.

Next up, ‘No Other' by Smear., closes out our compilation with a gorgeous house burner. Reminiscent of the hay-days of global house music, the track is a fusion between traditional and modern electronic music sensibilities. Accompanied by a formidable bassline and melancholic synth stabs, this track can get a dance gnarly and classy, at the same time. Quite a difficult combination to find if you ask us.

Ojha G, also from India, follows next with a playfully exciting track called "Dance with that groove". The tune stays true to its name, inspiring visions of tropical paradises to anyone who hits play. An addictive drum pattern helps create a base for melodic, beachy stabs and uplifting vocals that transport you to places you've never been. Your feet might twitch incessantly while this one plays out. Trust us.
Australian DJ/Producer James Owen regales us with ‘Hinterlands', an exquisitely crafted progressive & dubby house track that might just entrance you the moment you press play. Tease your ears with lush, inviting pads interspersed with melodic stabs that stitch together a vibe along with layered percussions. Versatile and masterfully composed, this tune is definitely getting some plays at sound system near you.

Indian DJ/Producer Ayesha Pramanik has been delivering some immaculate electronic music over the past few years and her track ‘Life Sentence' is certainly proof in the pudding. Delving deep into the myriad avenues of dub house /techno, Ayesha's bold and breathless original inspires introspection through pulsating groove and mesmeric atmospherics. Don't miss out on this gem, we are pretty sure you can have it on repeat every day, all day. Grab it cause it's hot!

Ojha G -Dance With That Groove (Original Mix)

The indomitable chief of Wind Horse Records, Hamza Rahimula, returns with yet another incredible work of aural art with the ‘Tibet’ edition of his long running Banjara Series. The 10-track album is a collection of House music works inspired by the spiritual mountain territory with collaborations alongside Tibetan singer-songwriter Yungchen Lhamo & multi-faceted singer, songwriter, and composer from the USA - David Hykes.

The album begins with the track ‘Dakini Tales’ with a catchy-guitar riff that reels you in from the get-go. As the track develops, a simple kick drum coupled with a punchy bassline construct and elaborates the formative parts of the track accompanied with expertly arranged percussions. A light & breezy pad accompanied by samples of euphoric vocals adds more vibe to the tune. 

The second track is aptly called “Wind Horse Rising” & welcomes Yungchen to the WHR family of talented musicians & singers. Meant to make you move, the track has an addictive groove that has psychedelic elements amalgamated with Yungchen’s amazing, energetic voice and mysterious, uplifting atmospheres that could easily paint a sonic picture of snow-capped peaks in the minds of its listeners. 

Next up is the track ‘Surya Love’ which translates to “Sun Love” in English. Staying true to form, the bassline and rhythms are groovy, tight & encased in a proper house music package. Detroit/Chicago inspired organ stabs accompanied by utopian vocals & sounds influenced by the mesmerizing Himalayan Kingdom give form & structure to another awesome original by Hamza. 

‘Karma Tech’ is a fun, bouncy & playful tune that follows next. A proper tech-house dance floor heater, this track is functional and minimal, focusing on groove and flow. A phat bassline and snappy percussion lend a formidable character and persona that gels well with playfulness of the track. Whether it’s for a peak time set or a warm-up, this one is sure to have many takers. 

As we reach midway, ‘Lhama Grooves’ makes its presence felt with its musical alchemy. Combining elements of dub, exotic vocals & that house music throb that we all love, the composition is expertly crafted to deliver a unique dance floor experience. 

Made for intimate after-hours, ‘Lhasa Casa’ from Hamza spews & oozes class as a relentless, acid-tinged zinger that skews a bit toward the darker side. With a tight bassline, hazy & obscure samples coupled with intelligently mixed vocals, this track is one to have in your bag for those late-nights or early mornings. 

‘The Feeling’ is another tune, which is construed to cause dance-floor damage. A phat and heavy bassline takes you & leaves you wanting more with a no-nonsense approach to rhythm and composition. Soft vocals & an acid-influenced bassline make the track more interesting and powerful. 

Hamza returns to his deeper roots with ‘Temple of Shakyamuni’, which is deep, sophisticated & delicious. The track has an underlying tropical vibe along with dubby pads, expansive atmospheres & a slick groove. This one’s fit for all occasions. 

American musician extraordinaire - David Hykes marks his debut on Wind Horse alongside Hamza with “Dusk”. Soulful, groovy, and loaded with influences from Tibet. Expertly layered with organic elements, squelchy synth goodness & scintillating vocals, this one might be on repeat quite a few times. 

‘Enlightenment’ rounds off the Banjara Series LP, as Hamza & Yunchen Lhamo combine once more along with the incredible Niels Lan Doky for a mesmeric and enchanting ambient composition. Yunchen’s voice, beautifully constructed aural soundscapes & subtle elements of jazz lend itself to a track that quite fittingly forms the finale of this album.

Hamza Rahimtula, Neils Lan Doky, Yungchen Lhamo - Enlightenment (Original Mix)

Hamza Rahimtula - The Feeling (Original Mix)

Hamza Rahimtula - Surya Love (Original Mix)

Make It Better  Stephane D (DISCO ) - Snippet

Apply Yourself   (DISCO ) - Snippet

After The Rain

The Beginning ( Snippet)

Your World (Lorenzo Calvio & Alan Banjo Radio Mix) - The Dark Blue Orchestra

“Sounds beyond borders” has been conceptualized by the founder of our label  - Hamza Rahimtula along with his close friend, label staple and extremely talented percussionist/prodcuer Manu Idhra and film-maker Marco Oliviera.  The aim of the concept pivoted toward throwing the spotlight on local ethnicities, their approach and their influence on music. The project hopes to achieve this mainly via a two-pronged approach consisting of an album inspired by local sonics, supported by a video documentary centered around the same ethos. For their first assignment, they chose India to serve as their bastion of inspiration for which the album will be based on. 

Read the full details of the album here >>

Hamza Rahimtula, Omanu - Santur Love (Original Mix)

At a time when a pandemic has the world teetering on uncertainty , music can be a healer and a motivator. Keeping this in mind, Windhorse records is thrilled to welcome veteran Mexican DJ and producer : B - LIV on to the label with an enchanting five-track EP that also consists of remixes from Kali G, Hamza and Mehul. The release titled ‘Moebius’ is bound to enthrall your senses right from the outset! 

Read more about it here >>

B-Liv - Escarlata (Original Mix)

Hamza Rahimtula - Ego Invader (Rework)

After several remixes and his freshest release in our VA 2020 showcase, Juan Mejia (East Coast Deep House legend and Label Owner - Dutchie Music, Miami) is back on Wind Horse Records with his new EP Black Sugar. As the name suggests the title track of the EP and the effortlessly addictive butter chicken dub retains House structure alongside sweet, soothing, Jazz, Afro, and Spanish influences. The Five track EP includes a remix by Oscar P and DJ Stingray, a dub version by Oscar P, a Candela mix by B-Liv and a groovy house remix from our label boss Hamza Rahimtula.

Juan Mejia - Black Sugar (Butter Chicken Dub Mix)

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Born and raised in Milan, Italy, Filippo, with over 250 releases under his belt, is a very experienced & passionate international artist/Dj who, over 25 years has cultivated a rich sound that’s brought him to the attention of some of the globe’s leading labels such as Carl Cox’s Intec Digital, Umek’s 1605 Therapy and Funk’N Deep. 
Before shifting into the Techno scene with his Alan Banjo project, Filippo had a stream of House releases as ‘J Nitti’ on Nervous Records, Hed Kandi, Armada, Spinnin Records, Hotfingers, Universal, Nettwerk, Kontor and the legendary Trax Records. They were championed numerous times by Roger Sanchez and Carl Cox at Space Ibiza, Awakenings, and Kazantip.
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In 2016 he collaborated with Mark Knight on ‘Bang!’ which reached #14 on Beatport Techno chart and made it to Traxsource top 200 of 2016. Year 2019 saw him releasing Techno tracks on Orange recordings, Kaiser Souzai’s Ballroom Records, and Funk’ N Deep.
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