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Early feedback in from Whomadewho/Thomas Barfod, Osunlade, AME, Claptone, Phunkadelica, M.A.N.D.Y., Fred Everything, Patrick Pulsinger, Joyce Muniz, Kris Davis, Philippi/Deewee, Motel 77, Mixmag, DJ Mag France, Tsugi Mag France, 5Mag Chicago, RSS Disco, Carly Foxx/Future Disco...

James Curd is set to release his debut album ‘Taking All This Time’ on Exploited, rounding up some of his biggest productions to date alongside a clutch of new productions. Featuring a slew of vocalists and collaborators and his distinctive combination of live instrumentation and electronic grooves, it’s a beautiful collection, and ‘Say Less Not More’ is one of the feisty new tracks plucked from it.
‘Say Less Not More’ sees Curd team up with Chicago DJ, producer and vocalist Bear Who? in fine style, with the vocal message perfectly matching the uncluttered arrangement. A pumping analog bassline jacks the track up as Bear Who?’s commanding spoken word vocal sets the tone. Muted chords accentuate the bassline further before the arrangement strips back to bare bones. A gurgling acid line builds the drama as the percussion gently technofies, the 303 rubbing up against the phat bassline in perfect undulating harmony. With plenty of chunky low end energy, a snappy groove and Bear Who? lacing the track with his laconic yet engrossing tones, it’s a beast of a track.

Stefano Ritteri (Spaciale) gives the track a disco injection with tight, head-snapping beats, oodles of bassline funk and shimmering synth magic, while Theus Mago (Futureboogie) zeroes in on the acid content, gurgling 303s oscillating over stuttering bass throbs and swaggering half-time breakbeat to chilling effect.

James Curd Beatport Studio Jam:
https://youtu.be/uLTRiUDZgvQ

James Curd Dirty Bird Stream:
https://youtu.be/zr47QqpjmL0

James Curd testing 'Say Less Not More' at Dirty Bird/Farriswheel Stream (Electric Circus, Adelaide):
https://youtu.be/9Nc8n5UEnHI

Bear Who? spitting SAY LESS NOT MORE rhymes:
https://youtu.be/KcP99bEQO5k

Early feedback:
Claptone: Thanks! 
Thomas Barfod/Whomadewho: Will play. 
Osunlade: Nice jam.
AME: Thanks. 
Phunkadelica: Theus Mago Remix is dope.
M.A.N.D.Y.: Amazing.
Fred Everything: Enjoying the Stefano Ritteri mix. 
Patrick Pulsinger: Cool Stefano Ritteri Remix. 
Melon: It’s the OG!
Philippi: Love it.
Joyce Muniz: Very nice EP.
Motel 77: Cool EP.
Kris Davis: Love the funky Stefano remix & also the 
Theus mix for a more late night vibe. Thanks.
Captain Mustache: Original is super good, will play for sure
Theus Mago remix too, cool package
Thank you!"
Stereo MCs: Stefano Ritteri mix ! Bassline !
Mixmag: Loving this! Elastic bumping grooves!
Tsugi Mag France: Original is dope.
DJMag France: Theus Mago Remix is fire!
5 Mag Chicago: Happy to announce this to our readers!
Carly Foxx: Thank you.
Eelke Kleijn: Awesome. 
Annie Mac/BBC Radio 1: Considering.
Horse Meat Disco: Yeah!
RSS Disco: Cool cool cool! May we kindly request some strobe light with the Theus Mago remix?

Artist: James Curd
Release: Say Less Not More
Label: Exploited
Cat: EXPDIGITAL216
LC: 15799 
Publisher: Exploited Ghetto Music Publishing
Releasedate Beatport & Streaming: 11.06.21
Releasedate Global Download: 25.06.21

Say Less Not More

Say Less Not More Feat. Bear Who? (Extended Version)

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grown in Chicago, rooted in Aus

Booking:
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James Curd began his DJing career in Chicago when he was only fifteen years old. Being underage, Curd was snuck into events to play at raves and clubs he was not legally allowed in. He played along side some of electronic music’s most respected acts and DJs. Through his love of DJing and music Curd began to write and produce for himself. At nineteen Curd released his first track on the globally respected label “Basenotic” out of Paris. From there Curd created “Greenskeepers”, a name to represent himself and the wide range of music he wrote and the artists he collaborated with.

As “Greenskeepers” Curd released an array of music on Classic records. He made his mark on the dance music world by infusing swing music and Chicago house to invent the term G-Swing, being short for Greenskeepers Swing. Curd focused on G-Swing and started a label by that same name to feature this unique sound. Around this same time Curd also owned and operated two other record labels “Igloo” and “Greenskeepers Music”.

Curd has released four full length albums under Greenskeepers, “Ziggy Franklin Radio Show”, “Pleetch”, “Polo Club” and “Live Like You Want To Live”. Curd has also had phenomenal individual success with releases on DFA, Permanent Vacation, Exploited, Eskimo, ETC ETC, Bang Gang, OM, Ministry Of Sound, to name a few. Curd is also highly sought after for his remixes. He has remixed artist such as Juan Maclean, PNAU, Midnight Magic, Poolside, Kaskade, Hercules & Love Affair, Groove Armada, Flight Facilities and more. Curd’s music has also been remixed by great artist like Poolside, Flosstradamus, Juan Maclean, Gigamesh, Treasure Fingers, Pepe Bradock, The Rapture, Dimitri From Paris, Flight Facilities and Derrick Carter.

Four of Curd’s songs have been featured on “Grey’s Anatomy”, while others have appeared on T.V shows such as C.S.I Miami, Point Pleasant, MTV Real World and Keeping Up With The Kardashians. His music can also be found in foreign films as well as main stream movies such as “What Happens In Vegas”,”The Vow” and the hugely successful animation “The Incredibles”. If you listen carefully, you will even find Curd’s work on BBC documentaries and American Airlines inflight radio! His work in T.V. and Film has enabled him to work behind the scenes as a music supervisor. His latest film “Crush” is produced by Intrepid Pictures and features an amazing array of artist from around the world hand picked by Curd to fit each scene perfectly.

Curd has toured the world over, renown for his energy behind the decks and his ability to make a party. Curd has performed at some of the world’s most respected clubs. From Fabric in London, The Avalon in Los Angeles, Home in Sydney to The Arches in Glasgow. Curd has also been part of festivals such as Park Life in Australia, Lollapalooza In Chicago, T In The Park in Scotland and Electric Picnic in Ireland.

Curd continues to consistently release quality new music by pushing his sound while also staying true to his roots. He has started a new band called “Favored Nations” with singer Morgan Phalen who has also worked with Justice and Phenomenal Handclap Band. The third bandmate is Sid Who?, who also plays bass and guitar for Empire Of The Sun. Curd is also putting together a mix CD coming soon on Ministry Of Sound. With Curd anything and everything can be expected. Whether it’s Rockstar Games using his song for the “Grand Theft Auto 4” Ad campaign or his latest EP sitting at number one on Juno, you never know what to expect from the talented Curd or where his music might pop up.

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