Over 20 years DJ'ing across the the UK and internationally, my influences stretch far and wide musically including Jazz, Hip Hop, Soul, Disco, Funk, Deep House, Funk and more. I like to push new sounds while never ignoring the classics and this reflects in sets & mixes that differ from one to the next, keeping things fresh and interesting. Holla if you like them, peace n love...



Record collector / DJ / Broadcaster / Producer / Brownswood Recordings boss / occasional remixer

Africa’s 21st Century Rock Guitar Hero

Growing up in Gabon, Nigeria and Ivory Coast before settling in Europe at age 14, Franck Biyong lived in households filled with good music. Little wonder why  the towering Cameroonian artist is a composer, guitar player, band leader and producer. This master of musical interpretation recalls Jazz guitarist, Wes Montgomery’s “Canadian Sunset” as the song that set him down his musical path as a pre-teen.

Receiving musical instruction and training at the National Institute of Arts in Abidjan (Ivory Coast), he scorched a brilliant path with his electric guitar and became a reporter of human emotions and feelings. Franck translated his experiences into several Afro Beat and Afro Jazz albums that made people move, laugh, dance, cry and meditate.

But Franck Biyong, a consummate performer and creator, has reinvented himself. 

In 2016, Franck shared his vision for Alternative Afro-Electro-Rock and Crossover Music with the recording of the MOONWATCHING album and the LIYOMBA CHURCH single. Having been a musician for over a decade and 
with diverse influences and references (from Francis Bebey to Frank Zappa), Franck serves as a “filter” through which two different streams are passing. The first stream is represented by music of the past generation that he hopes 
to pass on to the next; stretched out, revamped and modernized. While the second is the modern urban sounds that he plans to incorporate, develop and confront working with musical forms that do not belong together in the first place.

Another aspect of Franck’s futuristic idea of African Music is defined by artistic independence and total freedom of expression. This is a marked departure from the current strong push towards commercialization of 
music. Perhaps this is what will herald crossover exposure and presence 
on the international scene. And, what may finally alter the perception of  experimental African musicians at large.

CLUB DJ, RADIO PRESENTER, PRODUCER/REMIXER, PROMOTER & EVENT CONSULTANT
Kev Beadle has been one of the soul and jazz scene’s main tastemakers since the mid/late 80’s. He has played all over the world entertaining crowds with his selections and is never afraid to push musical boundaries. With a compilation discography in double figures, he has put together some well received compilation albums for labels like Blue Note, Cadet as well as more upfront musical offerings for labels like BBE and his own now sadly defunct label Clean Up. He also produces under the name Messengers and more recently co-producing a new project called R.K. Edits. His weekly show on Solar Radio has been running for over 12 years and can also be heard via podcast at http://kevbeadle.podomatic.com/ . He is also one of the longest standing dj residents and Beat Bar consultant at the legendary Southport Weekender and SunceBeat Festival in Croatia

Podcast link: http://kevbeadle.podOmatic.com

Diverse pan-African musical identities. 
Definitive roots + next level routes.

Right place, right time. It's an old cliché, but it's one that's been the definition of Dennis Ferrer's musical career. Just as the dance music world was heading into the world of afro-centric house, Ferrer was there. And then, when it began to embrace the mix of tech and soul, Ferrer was there again, leading the way with his impeccable productions. As Ferrer goes, it seems, so does electronic music. And, as someone who's never content to do the same thing twice, it's clear that he'll be staying on top for years to come.

Ferrer burst back into the consciousness of most dance music heads with the release of "Sandcastles," (Ibadan) his collaboration with Jerome Sydenham in 2003. But, to his credit, Ferrer didn't simply repeat the formula afterwards. He has continued to push a variety of genres all at once. It's clear that Ferrer isn't content to rest on his laurels: he's too busy dreaming up new ways to shock and delight audiences.

In the mid-90’s, Ferrer was crafting techno records as Morph and then had success in the Afro and gospel house scenes with releases via his Sfere label, an imprint he began alongside Kerri Chandler. But it's this past work that gives his new productions such resonance: unlike many of this house peers, Ferrer's techno experience has given him an edge that you can hear in his recent work.

"Son of Raw," (Ibadan) "Church Lady," (Defected) "Underground Is My Home," (King Street Sounds), "Touched the Sky" (King Street Sounds), “Transitions” (King Street Sounds), “P 2 Da J” (Defected),  “Sinfonia Della Notte” (Strictly Rhythm), “Hey Hey” (Objektivity), “Red Room” (Objektivity), “Underground” Nick Curly – Dennis Ferrer Remix (Defected), to name a few, have all been huge dance floor anthems and all show a different side of the Ferrer personality as well as his impressive range as producer and remixer.

Ferrer has brought his ‘anything goes’ approach to his label, Objektivity.  Celebrating its 8th anniversary in 2014, the imprint has thus far focused itself on vocals, featuring often unlikely turns from indie heroes like Ane Brun and Télépopmusik. Low slung and deep, Objektivity is a cutting-edge label in touch with its time, putting a uniquely American spin on the deep house revival that is currently making waves in Europe. Objektivity is a living, breathing thing - one that's set to drop bombs on the dance floor for years to come.

While Ferrer closes out 2013 with “Mind Ur Step” (Defected), “Mind Ur Dub” (Objektivity) and a remix of Coyu - “Salvation” (Noir Music), the best is yet to come. With a deep knowledge of the past and a constant push for the future, Ferrer remains one of the true greats of house music - a leader and innovator whose enjoying the buzz around him but keeping on pushing the limits. Stay tuned.

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