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This is my memory of this Summer.

All tracks are produced by Hidekazu Imashige
Cover Photo by Hidekazu Imashige

Memories of Summer

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Across The Prairie

“A place between the two of us, the people who are listening, the people who contributed, and the people who inspired us...” 
Finally, almost three years after the well-received Orange Wine EP, and three international tours, Okvsho is back with their fourth project “A place between us”. Georg and Christoph Kiss, the two brothers behind Okvsho, are showcasing a project that is more intimate and bolder than ever, offering an insight into their thoughts, feelings, and experiences during the last two years. The unique style Okvsho has become known for in recent years has once again evolved, combining organic and electronic elements with beautiful harmonies and expressive rhythms. 
Okvsho's second LP will also be the first full-length project to be released on the newly founded Zurich-based label Current Moves, with which the Okvsho-brothers aim to shape the young European jazz scene they are inspired by and also an established part of. 
“A place between us is the first step into a new era for us – We’re very grateful for the love and support we received during the past six years and we’ll continue to strive for the better. Thanks for becoming part of our journey.”

Okvsho - Between us

Our radio studio is back with a new episode of "The Space In Between" directly from the label office.

The Space In Between is a celebration of the spaces that exist between musical genres, where artists are free to experiment, innovate, and push the boundaries of what's possible. From jazz to electronica, from funk to soul, house to disco, this series will showcase a diverse range of musical styles, united by a spirit of creativity and exploration.

We invited Joel Holmes, a remarkable musician who has achieved widespread acclaim for his unique fusion of jazz and electronic music. Over the years, he has collaborated with some of the most relevant artists in jazz, earning four Grammy nominations for his contributions. We’re very happy to have him for this show and to get to know more about his brand new album on Kryptox, "Into the Abyss" and upcoming concerts.

Be sure to follow us on Twitch, YouTube and Mixcloud and all that good stuff!

Catch us broadcasting live on YouTube and Twitch every Friday from 11hr-13hr from THE SPACE IN BETWEEN at the Sonar Kollektiv Office.

https://bio.to/sonarkollektiv

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Joel Holmes w/ Daniel W. Best & Marian Tone from The Space In Between // 05-05-2023

antent - I'll be your reason (sped up)

Wah Wah 45s are proud to present the second single on the label from a very special new artist, Léa Mondo.

Hailing originally from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, by way of Wigan, and now settled in North London, this young singer-songwriter and guitarist enjoys a plethora of eclectic influences. Léa’s musical output is a smorgasbord of experimental styles fusing aspects of soul, high life, bossa-nova, jazz and reggae. Drawing inspiration from reggae icon Bob Marley, and Malian artists such as Fatoumata Diawara and Rokia Traorè, as well as Nigerian born UK soul superstar Sade, her music largely talks about life, love, peace and freedom while reflecting on the state of the world.

Vices is a song about Lea’s personal struggles. The singer’s lyrics explore the highs and lows of personal addictions and her history of poor relationship choices. Drawing influences from Red Hot Chilli Peppers (Californication) drums and arrangements, the melody of the tune is curated in a way to take the listener on a journey that leads to a climax to convey the feeling one feels when they’re coming up, to eventual peak.

Léa and her band recorded the song live at That Sound Studio, Tottenham with producer Louis Auneau and engineer Bar Huss. The band consists of Jasmine Burton (Bass), Alex Karakurt (Drums), Tawanda Manika (Guitar), Olivia Cuttill (Trumpet), Max Rodriguez (Rhythm Guitar) and Léa herself providing lyrics, vocals, guitar, arrangements and co-producing the track.

Since 2021, Léa has been somewhat prolific on the London live music scene, co-founding famed female & non-binary improv session Peng Femme Jam, and sharing stages with our very own Afrobeat Ambassador Dele Sosimi and Afla Sackey’s Afrik Bawantu project. 
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released January 19, 2024

Léa Mondo - lyrics, vocals, guitar, arrangements, co-production
Jasmine Burton- Bass
Alex Karakurt - Drums
Tawanda Manika - Guitar
Olivia Cuttill - Trumpet
Max Rodriguez - guitar
Louis Auneau - Producer
Bar Huss - Engineer
Studio - That Sound studio
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Léa Mondo - Vices

Probably Jimi Tape's last track. This project is going on a break to give space to a new set of work. More on that soon :)

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Tokyo band TamTam hold it down for an hour long guest slot, playing original material, and tunes from Yasuaki Shimizu, John Carroll Kirby and more. 
https://www.nts.live/shows/guests/episodes/tamtam-21st-february-2024

TamTam 210224

Domenique Xander presents Let me tell you! (BIB003)
Ultralimited Vinyl already a massive three Track Vinyl EP, hailing from Berlin start the young Label with a new EP of Black is Black Recordings and comes with three AMAZING TRACKS by Domenique Xander (Let me tell you & Uplift) and Amor Fati (We are sun people). So, don´t miss this POWERFULL release.This is a mixed up package for every kind of SITUATIONS .

Out in November 2012.

VINYL ONLY!

Some Feedback:

Moodymanc alias Dubble D (2020Vision, Abstract Theory / Manchester) 
"...great grooves man! Nice Release. Let me tell you is in the bag!"

Julius Smallville (Smallville / Hamburg)
"...sounds nice!"

Anthony 'Shake' Shakir (Rush Hour / Detroit)
"...i like the uplift cut and i would play it in my sets! will support this!"

Motor City Drum Ensemble (MCDE / Stuttgart) 
"...well done! I like Uplift"

Marcel Vogel (Lumberjacks in Hell / Amsterdam) 
"...yeah that's my kinda vibe! I like let me tell you!"

Gwen (Space Breaks Records / London) 
"...lovely tracks by the moody Dom, Support!"


Buy Link: www.deejay.de/__106479



Domenique Xander - Let me tell you (12" Vinyl only out on Black is Black Recordings) BIB003

Frank LoCrasto - Pianos, Fender Rhodes, Clavinet, Organs, Synths, Basses, Electric Guitar, Glockenspiel, Percussion, Claps, Vox. 
Josh Mease - Bass on Marshall & Surf Avenue, Acoustic Guitars on Minkjaw, South Padre, Surf Avenue & Unfashionable Chime. 
Ryan Scott - Electric Guitar & Lap Steel on Simple Times, El Dorado & Surf Avenue. 
Bob Hart - Bass on South Padre. 
Bill Campbell - Drums & Percussion on Minkjaw & South Padre. 

Recorded by Frank LoCrasto, Josh Mease, & Pete Rende 
All songs written & produced by Frank LoCrasto 
Mixed By Pete Rende 
Mastered by Randy Merrill at Masterdisk 
Mastered for vinyl by Alex DeTurk at Masterdisk 
Photography by Samantha Rapp. Design by RAS

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PRODUCER / DJ / REMIXER 
Genre: Good Music.

Website: https://domeniquexander.com
Bandcamp: https://domeniquexander.bandcamp.com
Booking request / Release & Remix request: info@domeniquexander.com

Main influences include people like 
Theo Parrish // Moodymann // Marcellus Pittman // Rick Wilhite // Dez Andres // Dilla // Dabrye // Kai Alce // Matthew Herbert // Gilles Peterson // Madlib // Thomas Fehlmann // Dabrye //  Mike Huckaby // Scott Ferguson // Kyle Hall // MCDE // Move D // Jan Jelinek // Strictly Rhythm // Mitja Prinz // Henrik Schwarz // Dixon // Dj Gregory // Pepe Bradock // 4 Hero // Chez Damier // KIF Rec. // K7 // Marschall Jefferson // Sun Ra // Daniel Bell // Carl Craig // Kerri Chandler // Kenny Dope // Phil Weeks // Metro Area // Kenny Hawkes // Trüby Trio // Kruder & Dorfmeister // Jazzanova // Ewan Person //  Lo Soul // The Orb and many more...

Domenique Xander - Let me tell you (12" Vinyl only out on Black is Black Recordings) BIB003

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