Asha Puthli - Disco Mystic - Select Remixes Volume 1 
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Label : Naya Beat Records (https://soundcloud.com/nayabeatrecords)
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Naya Beat, which translates from Hindi as 'new beat', is focused on uncovering foundational electronic sounds from the subcontinent and South Asian diaspora through reissues, remixes and compilations. It found quick success with its first release, 'Naya Beat Volume 1: South Asian Dance and Electronic Music 1983 - 1992', followed by a rare 1985 Hindi New Wave album by Pinky Ann Rihal. The label now offers up the first of two releases based around the music of cosmic disco pioneer, Studio 54 icon and jazz improviser Asha Puthli, an artist who has recorded, sung or shared the stage with the likes of Roy Ayers, Alice Coltrane, Grace Jones, Barry White, Andy Warhol and many more. From David Mancuso's The Loft, to Giorgio Moroder's early work with Donna Summer, to hip-hop where she has been sampled extensively, Asha's musical influence and impact is profound. She was the first artist of South Asian descent to successfully crossover and make a mark on dance, jazz and pop culture in the West. 

For this LP, the label tracked down the long mythologised original stems and recordings of Puthli's most seminal albums, including ‘The Devil is Loose’, and working closely with Asha, they have tasked a series of producers inspired by her work to remix her music. 

Yuksek opens up with a pumping disco remix of 'I Am Song (Sing Me)' awash with uplifting synths and big claps next to the original vocals, which soar to the heavens. The seminal 'Space Talk' is remixed by Maurice Fulton into super steamy and late-night territory. The live drums and jumbled percussion are lit up with soulful chords as Puthli's carefully delivered vocal seduces up top. 'Lies' (Kraak & Smaak Remix) rides on fat-bottomed drums and bass that unfold with a dub swagger beneath a nebulous eco-system of cosmic synths and dramatic vocals. Label heads Turbotito & Ragz flip 'One Night Affair' into a leggy disco celebration with sweeping synths and bright effects, and Psychemagik's 'Right Down Here' is a pulsating mix of dark, snaking bass and drums with deep space ambience and raw hits making for a turbulent and tense atmosphere. Lastly, Jitwam closes out with a smooth disco sound laced with dynamic drums and cruising chords next to another sensuous top line from Asha Puthli. 

This is a stunning collection of remixes that pay homage to the originals while taking them into new sonic territory. A series of single drops will precede the whole LP; Yuksek (21st July), Maurice Fulton (4th August), Turbotito & Ragz (18th August), Psychemagik (1st September), Kraak & Smaak (15th September), Jitwam + LP (21st September).

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PREMIERE : Asha Puthli - Right Down Here (Psychemagik Remix)

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To coincide with our Mr Bongo x Higo Beat Japan tour featuring DJ Nature we are shining a light on some of the incredible Japanese DJs we have joining us.

 Osaka-based Natsuki is regularly found spinning across venues in Osaka and beyond, whilst also working at the esteemed BAR Inc. With a sound unconstrained by genre and rather focussed on feeling, she’s weaved together an eclectic mix straight from the heart. Picking out a beloved cut she mentions: “My favourite song is ‘Bird's Lament’ by Sylvain Riflet. When I first heard this song, I felt a melancholic melody, but also an uplifting feeling, and the contrast really captured my heart. Having played this song many times in various places, I've always wanted to include this in a mix, so I'm very happy that I was able to do so this time.”

Mr Bongo Record Club Guest Mix - Natsuki

To coincide with our Mr Bongo x Higo Beat Japan tour featuring DJ Nature we are shining a light on some of the incredible DJs Japan has to offer.

DJ KAWASAKI has been a key figure in Japan’s scene since the early 2000’s. With releases on Nite Grooves, Columbia, Especial and his own Kawasaki Records, he’s got an illustrious back catalogue as a producer and has toured around the globe as a DJ. He holds the record for having eight songs reach No.1 in the iTunes Dance chart in Japan. MAGNETiC is the disco and jazz event he runs with Shacho from Soil & ”Pimp” Sessions at The Room Shibuya, Tokyo. 

His mix is a showcase of flavours he’s been feeling recently, blending disco, jazz funk, house, broken beat and beyond, proving why he has been such a force for the past 20 years. In his own words, “I wanted to share my musical world through tracks I usually play, chosen based on my current vibe. I also included a preview of my upcoming release and tried to balance new and older tunes. Favorites include ‘Kowree Sambazzi’ by Kyoto Jazz Massive and Shuya Okino’s ‘Thank You’ (Danny Krivit 7” Edit). You can also hear my new tune ‘Sunshine Madness’ with Chien Chien Lu!”

Mr Bongo Record Club Guest Mix - DJ KAWASAKI

Anyone who knows us knows we’re lifelong house tragics. So when the chance came up to make our Forever edit official (built around Sandy Rivera’s classic Come Into My Room) we said “how tf?!”

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Next up in our Record Club Mix series we welcome Polish DJ, promoter and radio presenter, Kacper Pieta. His reputation for deep cuts and soul-nourishing sets have taken him everywhere from Japan and Spain to some of the most respected venues and festivals around the UK. He also heads up the Uplift Your Soul parties in Manchester - with some exciting plans in the works for 2026.

In Kacper’s own words: “As 2025 comes to an end, I have been reflecting on the incredible year that this has been: some wonderful memories made and incredible music shared. This mix, rooted in jazz and broken beat, is a reflection of the uplifting energy that has blessed me throughout the last 12 months.

I've carefully selected a handful of tracks that I've been loving listening to at home recently, accompanied by a few tunes that I've been playing on the dancefloor. You can expect music from Don Glori, Close Counters, 2000 Black, as well as a special preview of ‘Echo Danza’, an upcoming track from the wonderful Italian duo Eternal Love.”

Mr Bongo Record Club Guest Mix - Kacper Pieta

Trust this finds all well and readying for the holiday period. For those who celebrate and those that don't, sending well wishes, health and positivity your way.
Its been a while since the last, this episode has been readying on and off since October. It features the wonderful Ilya Santana from Islas Canarias. Ilya concludes the show with an hours selection of his Italo, Balearic signature. Ahead of that you got me with a blend of music that's been waiting for its time to shine - Enjoy xx.

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