Boxout.fm recordings is thrilled to present the debut EP 'Manic Mode' from Goa-based duo Merak, a rising force in the music scene. Building on their success with the first single "Multicolored Dreams," the duo's collaboration with David Marston has taken their sound to new heights.

David Marston, known for his exceptional remix of Merak's initial single, has joined forces with the sibling duo to curate an EP that promises to captivate audiences. The culmination of their creative journey will be unleashed on July 30th.

In anticipation of the EP, we're excited to announce "Up High," a stunning single co-produced by David Marston and MadStarBase. This track beautifully blends poppy reggae and daytime summer vibes, reflecting Merak's artistic vision.

Lyrics: 
Rays are running, pushing, dancing through,
They may seem calm but they take over the room
The moon has dreamed all of my troubles away
And lead me to enjoy another sunny day

Oh oh I feel something so good
Morning flow, body glow, give me hope cause I want you to know
For you, I told the birds to sing
Let them sing, let them sing, let them sing for the day has begun

We can all decide, what we wanna do, what we wanna do
Days will pass us by, keep your head up high, sunshine

If you loosen your reins you’ll feel lighter
Just light a firecracker and write a message in the sky

We can all decide, what we wanna do, what we wanna do
Days will pass us by, keep your head up high, sunshine

Credits: 
released May 31, 2023
Written by - Merak
Produced by - Merak, David Marston & Madstarbase
Mixed by - Sahej Bakshi / Dualist Inquiry
Mastered by Shawn Hatfield / Audible Oddities
Artwork by Sijya Gupta

Manic Mode

Merak, David Marston & MadStarBase - Up High

After Months of work, I present to you my debut EP called ''Tales Of Lusan''. This body of work is a representation of my music journey to date. It contains my love for blends of Afro Beats, Amapiano, Gqom & Soulful music. It also marks the start of a new age for me. I hope you all enjoy this new side of me!

Tales Of Lusan

Jama Banela

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Italian-born, London-based classically trained pianist and vocalist Sara De Sanctis releases her fourth single ‘Astray’, presented with an uptempo remix by David Marston.

Produced by Jacob Bright and mastered by Shawn Joseph (New Order, PJ Harvey, Portishead), 'Astray' is a downtempo, borderline trip hop gem exploring themes of love and loss with a refreshing vulnerability. “'Astray' was written together with 'Have I been Dreaming' and 'Fading' and they talk about the feeling of obsession, loss and disorientation” says Sara.

Previously releasing on  Soul Clap Records and Wolf + Lamb as well as his own Kindness Of Bearer imprint, David Marston has built an enviable reputation thanks to his strong sense of musicality and crisp, lean productions. His rework of 'Astray' is heavily influenced by golden era 2-step and garage, with chopped vocals, bouncy drums and rumbling sub bass.

Sara started playing the piano at five years old and became passionate about songwriting and composition during her teenage years. Her interest in composition led her to the UK and the USA, where she also studied film scoring and conducting after influences such as Hans Zimmer and Ennio Morricone. In 2021, she decided to pursue a career in songwriting and released her debut single ‘Serendipity’, followed by ‘15 Again’, both featuring on BBC Radio with the latter also winning the Press Prize at Italian national music competition ‘Il Cantagiro'. Her third release, 'Fading', was remixed by UK House music hero Richard Earnshaw and was featured on radio stations all around the world, including KCRW in the US and Mi Soul in the UK. “Even though I chose another path, classical music helped me develop musical thinking and composition methods that I can now use in my own works. In ‘Astray’, the sense of sweet and sadistic surrender to a relentless and deteriorating love is conveyed through the use of 'laid back' vocals” says Sara.

Astray (David Marston Remix)

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POWERFUL WORDS POWERFUL MEANING FROM CLEO SOL WE JUST ADDED OUR TWIST TO SPREAD THE MESSAGE.

MIXED AND MASTERED BY J.BROWN & CLINTON

KNOW THAT YOU ARE LOVED - CLEO SOL {MAESTRO & DJ SUPA D} REMIX-  [Radio Edit]

Based around the the incredible music of local multi-talent, Suman Joshi, his band Eparapo and their new album, Take To The Streets, this mix consists almost entirely of music performed by artists living in or near Hastings and St Leonards. 
Track List
Creativity Pt.1 ft Robert Mitchell &  Gordon Wedderburn - The Peter Franks Group
D-Town - McCormack & Yarde Duo
Nothing Grows - Pigeon
'One Alone - Holmes
This Is Perfect - Pablo Mcfee
From London To Lagos - ft Dele Sosimi - Eparapo
Pharaoh - Veenus London
On My Mind - David Marston
No Place To Run ft Julie Dexter & Jason Yarde - Ty
Sentimental Reason - Henry Matic
Make The Call - MF Robots
Move On - Mr Holmesy
You Don't Have To - Dele Sosimi & The Estuary 21
Take Your Time - David Marston & Life On Planets
Feels Like (Opolopo Remix) - Pablo
Fantasy - Atjazz, Sarah Jane Morris
Good People - MF Robots
Turn The Light - ft Jason Yarde - The Politik (Bembe Segue & Mark de Clive Lowe)
Follow The Money - ft Dele Sosimi - Eparapo
Mandela - Matic Horns
When The Sun Shines - Veenus London
Ikanabore - Pigeon
Lazy - Josephine Davies
Eunice & James - Pablo Mcfee
Into My Arms - Sarah Jane Morris

Sugarpie Sessions 5

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Written by Gold Fang, J.Ar.J & Swick
Produced & Mixed by J.Ar.J
Mastered by Martin Kuchta

Artwork & Visuals by Serwah Attafuah

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David Marston, Jordan Rosenberg & Aubrey Nolan - True feat. Beth Aggett (Ambient Dub) [Preview]

We unveil a second track of our next release coming from the amazing multi-instrumentalist and musician Philippos Sîpano joining forces with the mighty MPC Orchestra founded not long ago by the Frankfurt based Le Rubrique and Dan Bay.

The name of the album "The Spirit Of Dilovan" pays tribute to the band "Spirit Of Dilovan" that Philipp Sipan and Daniel Bayat founded in their youth. "Dilovan" referring to "A person with a good heart" the former duo was joined by two additional people with amazing hearts for this release - Le Rubrique & Pegman. 

The upcoming Album "The Spirit Of Dilovan" will guide you through a contemporary approach and understanding of kurdish music traditions and is garanteed to make your head shake both in your livingroom and on your favorite dancefloor.

The Spirit Of Dilovan

Philippos Sîpano & The MPC Orchestra - Baran Barana

Musician/Producer/DJ from Kingston, Jamaica

Bookings | General Inquiries : management@davidmarstonja.com

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