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JD Walsh is an immensely talented multi-disciplinary artist based in Atlanta, Georgia. His excellent visual artwork, mostly sculpture and design, gives some added context to his musical compositions as Shy Layers, whose excellent self titled debut LP was without doubt one of last years finest releases. The product of decades of experimentation, exploring sound and quietly releasing tracks online, from the first note to the last ‘Shy Layers’ is a record of beautifully engaging and visually evocative compositions that could be broadly described as Balearic pop. There's a delicate balancing act taking place within his work that perhaps owes much to his career in visual arts. If you’ve not yet had a chance to experience this little sonic gem then I urge you to give it a spin.

Whilst the vocoded vocals on his debut LP are as much an ode to Daft-Punk and Kraftwerk, and their are many other notable influences throughout his solo work including elements of Ethio-Jazz, chill wave and 80s synth pop, one of the most obvious reference points for his excellent self titled debut is African music and specifically the guitar playing style of Highlife (see ''Too Far Out’’ and ‘’Bees and Bamboo’’ for fine examples). Highlife emerged as a direct descendent of West African Palm-Wine music whose earliest exponents, no doubt inspired by the native alcoholic beverages stimulating properties, gathered to play guitars thought to have arrived courtesy of Portuguese traders. Combining their local melodies with Caribbean Calypso the upbeat approach was very popular in the 50s and 60s before it’s more Jazz orientated sister genre known as Highlife took its place.

And it is this influence which Walsh has chosen to focus on with his delightful addition to the Métron Musik Mixtape series - a barnstorming adventure through some of his favourite African music, packed full of beautiful vocals, African guitars and some serious groove. Yet Walsh's melodic pop sensibilities are written all over this mixtape and it’s no surprise that his selections revolve around some of the most infectious pan-African melodies. Its a joyous experience, full of sunshine and positivity sure to put a broad smile on your face.

We were very excited to learn that there is a new record on it's way but if you’ve not yet heard his excellent debut head over to the consistently superb Hamburg based label Growing Bin Records to pick up a vinyl copy and support both artist and label. For the time being let Walsh guide you through some of Africa's most effervescent music.


Click on the Métron button to see the tracklist and an interview with Shy Layers or go to metronmusik.com

Facebook: /shylayers
Soundcloud: @shy-layers
Artwork: Jack Hardwicke

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Métron Mixtape - 037 - Shy Layers

Preview of ARC-009

Yu Su - Preparations For Departure

A1 - Make Your Escape
A2 - Bluestone
A3 - Highland Way To My Heart
B1 - I'll Say When I Can
B2 - Early

ARC-009: Yu Su - Preparations For Departure - PREVIEW

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DC Promo Tracks #328: "A Day Without You" (Leech edit) by Cherushii & Maria Minerva is part of the upcoming release on 100% Silk @100percentsilk @mariaminerva @cherushii

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DC Promo Tracks #328: Cherushii & Maria Minerva "A Day Without You" (Leech edit)

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Hydromantic - A1 - Archipelago (Snippet) - LIFE001

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No stranger to the label, Munir (AKA Midnight Runners) is one of Southeast Asia’s most unique talents. A deep record collector, he has put his hometown of Bandung, Indonesia on the map with a relentless output of self-released edits drawing on Indonesian funk, Chinese pop, and Middle Eastern psych as source material over the last several years. Equally skilled as a producer, Munir’s signature boogie-funk sounds have graced labels such as Neon Finger, Shaken Palms, and No Bad Days. We’re pleased to unleash Munir’s sounds on Darker Than Wax once again, with a strong sonic step forward from the artist and perhaps his most polished work yet - ‘Circuit Line’.

Blending his signature Boogie sound with Italo-Disco influences, the record brings forth four stylishly crafted modern dancefloor cuts. ‘Circuit Line’ is built on a foundation of reverence to the arpeggiator, driven by neon synth tones racing each other to the finish line. This racing theme defines the record throughout, painting images of classic 80s racing games on standout tracks ‘Finish Line’ and ‘Race Car’. ‘Interlinked’ takes on a more subdued approach, building in intensity and weirdness with each synth line layered on. Showcasing Munir’s prowess with percussion, ‘Pit Stop’ is a feverish club workout rounding out the record as a complete package for the discerning DJ’s arsenal.

Crafted in his Bandung studio with love for classic hardware and respect for its musical influences, ‘Circuit Line’ represents a turning point for Munir’s sonic evolution.

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Munir - Pit Stop (Circuit Line EP)

Dug up by Steven Hickey. Western Belter from Denis Farley. Hold tight sombreros!

Denis Farley "Pony Express" - Baroque Records 7" - US, 1984 - SOLD

Keleketla! release their new remix album on Tuesday 1st December, the anniversary of West Papua’s short lived independence, featuring tracks from their latest self titled album remixed by Machinedrum, DJ Stingray, Skee Mask, Henrik Schwarz and more: https://keleketla.lnk.to/ILA-RemixesSo

The story of Indonesia’s genocidal takeover of Papua to extract gold and timber, and the brave resistance by the Papua people is shown in a compelling music video ‘How Long to Freedom?’ by filmmaker Dinaz Stafford: https://youtu.be/PPVbg2O_aRM

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Swift Gathering (Skee Mask Remix) [feat. Eska & Tamar Osborn]

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13.07 - Slurp Of The Antics -  Bungalowdorf of the Deep South (Live) @
19.07 - Suck The Lemon - At the heart of central swampland (DJing)
17.08 - Friendly Gathering TBA - North-Westswamphalia (Live + DJing)
24.03  Carpet Airlines- Studio db 6hr rotation mix with Amanita, Glu, Nipuna, Valcat & Ceremonial Rite
3.03 - Fandango - in the Lighthouse w/ Siofra, DJ Chichi, JM Moser
11.02 Carpet Airlines -- Studio db w/Amanita, Sister Effect, Margeux Gazur, Wutu & DJ-16
10.02 - Fuck The Lemon (formerly suck) Kirsche Von Unten - Storkower Str. w/ MOSH, God69, Kindeyes & Pierre this Party (its a family affair
2023:
29-12 Hens Teeth  w/DCFSL, Shauna, Rory Bowens, Transmigration 
27-12 - The Big Romance /all night long
30.11 Giri (Hermannstr 14)
14.11 - Cashmere (live improvised electronics)
08.09 Paloma Bar - First Second Label night!
07.09 - The Aquarium @ Zur Klappe (Davemantel 2o023)
12.07 The Big Romance - Dublin
1.07 - Blue Velvet - Britz 

27.05 Cashmere Radio - Fresh Fruit (subbing For The Frosch Prince) 
22.04 Suck The Lemon - Blue Velvet (Britz)
17.02 - Paloma Bar - First Second Label Night
12.02 Fandango @ Strandbad Plötzensee - in the Aquarium
19.12 Hang Dai - Dublin with First SecondLabel & AllCity Records
11.11 Suck the Lemon - DM for location
05.10 Baleiric Dungeon @ Bar O Tannenbaum w/Nadia Wise all night long
22.09 - Zweiners - an Evening im Tschungel - DOQ in effexct
05.08 Suck The Lemon 6 - Lichtenberg

19.03 Improvised tape loops and Modular Synth - Skalitzer Strasse w/Dj Küsse 

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Refuge Radio - Feb 5th 
30.10.2021 SUCK THE LEMON Part 4 @ Don Xuan-
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