Emancipator - First Snow (Ooah Remix)

People who know me well will confirm, if pressed, that I’m a great believer in the way, or the journey, being of greater importance than the destination. I am somewhat notorious when walking for not only being slower than everyone else but also stopping every few seconds to marvel at some small example of the wonder of the natural world.

This makes the way or journey very similar in meaning and feeling to the other word used for such meanderings, wherever they may lead us in life, the Tao (道). This refers to our path through life and for me one that is far too important to be rushed through merely to get to the destination or the end. 

It reminds me of the phrase, "It is better to travel in hope than to arrive," which is attributed to Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson, and which means the journey, with its anticipation and experiences, holds more value than the final destination, as arrival can bring disappointment, while hope fuels continuous growth and meaning. It emphasizes focusing on the process, growth, and future possibilities (hope) rather than just the end goal (arrival) … and, of course, once one has arrived at the destination it is never the final one - until it is ! - and it can be argued that it is at this point that an even greater journey begins.

Such mental meanderings often occur to me on those late night journeys when the miles and minutes merge into a seemingly whole new dimension; and although it may differ geographically, the journey is always the same, it’s just the definition of home that changes. 

Home, I’ve found, is a very moveable feast; this composition was written recently when I was still unaware of where I was going to live. As I write this the first tentative steps on the journey to a new home are being taken. Home is - to misquote Paul Young - wherever I place my beanie, and wherever my heart tells me I belong. In that sense I am exceptionally lucky in that, whatever the circumstances, I can never be truly homeless.

I hope the minutes of this journey bring you joy ❤️ॐ

The Way Home

October 2015. @Nymself.

http://nymself.bandcamp.com

Wavey Blue (feat. Spherelet)

Castling Feelings

This song was inspired by the idea of how bridges connect people and places. Music is one of the biggest connecting things for us and it brings people together regardless of race, language, culture, beliefs, and beyond. 

Artwork by Luke Gram. Check out more of his work at these links:
http://man-and-camera.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lukegram/

Flute Samples by @cuffmalloy

Hope you enjoy the song, one love.

Bridges

Goodness is the second single from Emancipator's forthcoming album "Baralku" out 11/17/17 on @locirecords

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Goodness

first snow - from soon it will be cold enough

first snow

02 wolf drawn

12 anthem

Eucalyptus is a collaboration with Asheville based artist named @marley-carroll. 

This song is special because it's one of the last pieces of music I finished while living in Asheville, NC before moving to Los Angeles. 

The name Eucalyptus is inspired by the fresh smell of the essential oil. The feeling of that smell matches perfectly with early Spring greens in Asheville and this song is a perfect compliment to the two. Fresh electronic vibes mixed with DJ scratching and electric guitar.

Mastering by Shawn Hatfield of Audible Oddities

Koresma x Marley Carroll - Eucalyptus

'The Bridge' is the lead single from Loci Records compilation album 'Season Two', curated by downtempo favourite Emancipator. 

The collection is a wondrous explosion of vibrant sonic textures enriched with soulful and emotive pieces from notable Loci alumni artists, as well as several new additions, heralding what's to come from the label. 

A contemporary look at where downtempo stands today in electronic music, Season Two weaves in and out of various flavours ranging from instrumental hip-hop, lo-fi beat, ambient IDM, left-field electronica, and more. 

Founded and curated by downtempo staple Emancipator, Loci Records is a point of convergence - the crossroads of melodic downtempo, instrumental hip hop, and electronica. Over the last 7 years, Loci has quietly become a platform for intelligent, carefully crafted, electronic music, shining a light on young artists, and helping those acts bring their visions to fruition. With over 30 releases under the label’s imprint from a strong roster of artists also including Marley Carroll, Thoma, Nym, and Edamame. 

Season Two is the second compilation from Loci lineage and whilst it introduces a number of new artists into the Loci world, it also marks the beginning of a more consistent release schedule with bigger releases, developing a global reach, and revealing more hidden gems with the world.

PRE-ORDER / PRE-SAVE SEASON TWO --> http://locirecords.com/season-two

Emancipator, Lapa, Tor, Frameworks - The Bridge

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