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This is the first of ‘Three Singles’ from FFFACTS – a new group comprised of producers David Marston and Dan Izco, with Mirror Gazer on vocals.  

The three solo artists have joined together to collectively explore new stylistic territory together, through their shared appreciation of all different types of dance music, including classic House, UK Garage, Disco, and even Reggae Dub —mixing them all together in a blended collage of sound and genres. This first single, “Leave Me,” also has the benefit of an added touch of jazz via special guest, trumpet extraordinaire Aquiles Navarro (of Irreversible Entanglements and the International Anthem label).

Vocals by Dorian Duvall (Mirror Gazer)

Produced & Mixed by David Marston
Trumpet by Aquiles Navarro

Mastered by Ron Shaffer @ Atlantic West Studios

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Three Singles

FFFACTS "Leave Me"

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Quality over quantity. That’s what characterises Shamek Farrah and Norman Person’s recorded output. They may have a small discography between them but it’s a stable of recordings that centrally locate them in the development of the black jazz of America. BBE Music is delighted to present a new edition of a rare, relatively unknown, and unheard gem.

Recorded between 1988 and 1991 across a series of concerts, ‘Live’ was released in 1991 and was only available for sale at their gigs. Issued on audio cassette on Farrah’s private Heritage Industries label, ‘Live’ is a raw, uncompromising selection of deep, conscious jazz featuring three original compositions and two covers: ‘Aisha’, written by Person, was inspired by Person’s daughter and is a majestic joyous groove that extends out into a percussive jam; ‘Negative Forces’ is a fiercely paced hard bopper worthy of the Jazz Messengers. Written by Person, he tells how “it had to be like a torpedo, man. It had to come out strong and fight against those negative forces”. The one Farrah/Person co-write on the album is ‘Timeless Beings’, a short freeform improvisation that creates a distinct moment of space and light in an otherwise intensely focussed, yet highly accessible album.

The two covers on the album reflect the instruments of the co-leaders: sax and trumpet. ‘Footprints’, the classic written by the Newark Flash himself, Wayne Shorter, and first heard on ‘Miles Smiles’ in 1967 is delivered deftly by Farrah and co. Here, the band pays a respectful yet adventurous rendition, with some superbly colourful piano from Sonelius Smith. The second cover is a tribute to the great trumpeter Clifford Brown, who died in a car accident in 1956, aged just 25. ‘I Remember Clifford’ written by Benny Golson, is handled with suitably delicate reverence. “I still listen to Clifford Brown today,” says Person. “He’s still my teacher.”

On ‘Live’, saxophonist Farrah and trumpeter Person - friends for decades - capture an energy and vibration that is infused with the spirit of their youth – whether drawing on the hard bop of the late 50s and early 60s or the Afrocentric spiritual jazz of the early 70s, of which Farrah is intimately linked via his albums on Strata East, ‘Live’ is a document of two masters at work.

‘Live’ has flown under the radar to many a fan of prime black conscious and spiritual jazz but now BBE brings back this astonishing set by two giant talents accompanied by a group of musicians who shine with brilliance and verve.

Available for the first time on CD, digital, and double vinyl set cut at 45rpm by the Grammy- nominated The Carvery mastering studio, ‘Live’ also comes with an extended interview with Shamek Farrah and Norman Person by Tony Higgins.

Shamek Farrah & Norman Person - Aisha

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The second of ‘Three Singles’ from David Marston, Mirror Gazer & Dan Izco's new trio project has arrived – this time featuring guest vocals by legendary Reggae founding father and Dub Music inventor, the late great Lee "Scratch" Perry himself.

We are thankful to have had the honor of working with Mr. Perry during his lifetime, and we are grateful that he was able to give us his blessing for the song while he was still with us. Our thoughts and love go out to his family – may his soul rest in peace and his music live on forever.

Vocals by Dorian Duvall (Mirror Gazer) & Lee "Scratch" Perry

Produced & Mixed by David Marston
Drum Programming by Dan Izco

Mastered by Ron Shaffer @ Atlantic West Studios

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FFFACTS "Linger" (feat. Lee 'Scratch' Perry)

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Isatta Sheriff and Koralle join forces on ‘Eat The Kiwi Skin’ - a six track EP that unites the talents of the East London MC and the Bologna-based beat smith. The duo's first collabo ‘Laid Back’ was released in 2021 and gained 2.5 million streams to date. Even though the music is made in Italy ‘Eat The Kiwi Skin’ is a London sumting.

“It's a laid back journey into my world in East London,” Isatta explains. “I paint a picture of my journey so far as a Black female rapper, and the racial politics and experiences surrounding that. It follows Laid Back’s relaxed approach to the stage where I am at making music on my own terms and speaking freely.”

On the EP, Isatta is joined by fellow vocalists Lex Amor, Shumba Youth, Awate and Mercy's Cartel who are also not afraid to eat the kiwi skin. “The skin is the most nutritious part of the fruit and you have to digest the roughness (harshness) to get the most nourishment,” the outspoken Eastender explains.

“When you do things differently, some people get it, and some don’t. Some join in and some just comment from the sidelines. Might not be the easiest (or tastiest) thing to hear but it's necessary. This could be interpreted in a music and life sense.”

Isatta's track record includes collabos with Flying Lotus, Oddisee, Arrested Development and Athletic Progression. She is hosting a radio show, runs her own label Doctored Sound and works as a music writer.
Koralle is one of the most in demand European beatmakers with a sound rooted in jazz and boom-bap. Since signing with MPM in 2019, he has released three albums and accumulated more than 30 million streams.
 
‘Eat The Kiwi Skin’ will be available digital and on LP (including instrumental edits of all tracks for the beat lovers out there). The album artwork is designed by acclaimed Colombian illustrator SagaUno who also did the covers for The Silhouettes Project and Koralle's ‘Beat Kiosk’.

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Produced and mixed by Koralle.
Lyrics written & performed by Isatta Sheriff.
Pierfrancesco Melucci – Additional Piano on ‘For Those Who Love…’ and ‘What You Tellin Me?’
Giovanni Tamburini – Trumpet on ‘Will They Try’
Recorded at Doctored Sound Studio, London & Godblesscomputers Studio, Bologna.
Mastered by Roe Beardie.
Artwork by Sergio “SagaUno” Alférez. Graphic design by Chicken.

Cat No: MPM 317
Artist: Isatta Sheriff & Koralle
Titel: Eat The Kiwi Skin

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Isatta Sheriff & Koralle - For Those Who Love...

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London multi-talent Royce Wood Junior gets into his New Jack Swing bag on his new single, inspired by 90’s Teddy Riley & Timbaland productions, with some white label UK Garage flavor thrown into the funk of it all, for good measure


Written, Produced & Recorded by Royce Wood Junior

RWJ - vocals, guitar, keys, synth, programming
LuceyWay, Grace Johnson - backing vocals

Mixed by RWJ & Tim Rowkins
Mastered by KevinTuffy at Manmade Mastering


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I ain't never been slick
Ain't considered legit
Ain't nobody's ear toward my lip
How can I subsist?

I ain't never been tipped
Ain't no darling to critic
Ain't nobody calling on my drip
Just my own orbit
Just me

But don't slam the, the door when it's opening

And if we don't get opened up
And pump the candour up
Straight up
'Cos if we never get broken up
Get stuck and tangled up 
Straight up

I ain't never been hot
Never been tipped for the top
Ain't nobody hyping up my drop
Nothing troubling my inbox

But don't slam the, the door when it's opening

And if we don't get opened up
And pump the candour up
Straight up
'Cos if we never get broken up
Get stuck and tangled up 
Straight up

And if we don't get opened up
And pump the candour up
Straight up
'Cos if we never get broken up
Get stuck and tangled up 
Straight up

Stuck, 
Tangled up and stuck.

Royce Wood Junior "Stuck And Tangled Up"

Azar Azar’s latest album, Cosmic Drops, is a vibrant and explosive package of fiery jazz that ties together many of Sérgio Alves’ external inspirations, from afrobeat and funk to house, broken beat, and electronic music. The album showcases a sound for every type of listener, whether they want to chill out or get up and dance. Among the nine tracks on the album, there is one that particularly stands out: “Subway.”

“Subway,” as Azar Azar explains, “intends to emulate a jam session that could spontaneously occur if you met Moodymann in a subway station. But deep down, it's a jam session that I did with myself and Sam (saxophonist) since I played all the instruments with the exception of the sax!” The track is a perfect example of the unique blend of afro-latin-tinged funk and hip hop that Azar Azar has become known for, made using organic and electronic instruments.

The result is a beautiful and mellow groove that is both subtle and unassuming yet stimulating and intense. The track has a certain aura that feels like the perfect soundtrack for a lazy Sunday afternoon, but also has the potential to get you up and dancing.

Azar Azar has a way of seamlessly blending genres and creating something that is uniquely their own, and “Subway” is a perfect example of this. It’s a jam session that Sérgio did with himself and Sam, but it feels like a collaboration with the listener, inviting them to sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.

Overall, Cosmic Drops is a snapshot of Azar Azar at the top of their game, and “Subway” is just one of the many gems on this incredible album.

Exclusive Premiere: Azar Azar "Subway" (Forthcoming on Jazzego)

Moon Mist, the new single from Toronto-based singer and multi-instrumentalist Dead Horse Beats is the first single from his new EP of the same name.

Drawing influence from mid 70s religious funk, disco and jazz fusion records, Moon Mist’s soaring string and brass crescendos weave around a story which follows a woman to a California retirement community where she endeavors to start a cult that is devoted to being laid back.
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Isatta Sheriff - Rhyme Traveller (Instrumental) 
Unknown Artist - Do 4 Love 
Chrissy Murderbot  - What Should I Do
dj nOOn - unsettled grief 
Connie Roses - Chess Pieces 
Michael J. Blood - Go Figure (DEMO) 
Moréna Espiritual - La Dominadora y el Dragón 
Little Johnny Rivero & Anthony - La Psicología 
JaYne - Escape 
Slowe  - WYLTK
Madeleine - Sun  X EMYNE - A Soft Place To Land
KAYTRAMINÉ - Sossaup 
Don Lyvell - Paradise 
Cloud Orange - r o o t 
Kista - Get It While You Can 
Alexander Sure - Retrograde 
The Giddy - Aquatic
Mary J Blige - Without You (Brucker + Sinden Rmx)
Aaron Taylor - Ebbs and Flows
Nxworries - Daydreaming
King Krule - If Only It Was Warmth
TWEAKS - Feels Right 
Albertina - isitluv 
Manialicia - Off Kilter

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#394: RADIO SHOW / EDGY BLAK MUSIK / FROM PHILLY TO THE WORLD

MAGZ FM 408
philly radio / 408

Ink - Tell Me ( ft. Collette Warren) 
Chimpo / Salo / Saji B - Look Good
gum.mp3 - Mind Reader 
Ta-ku - SMILE 
The Bamboos - Midlife Glow (ft. Ozay Moore) 
Skilaa - Money
D2x - The Light
Dangermouse + Jemini - Knuckle Sandwich II 
Earl Sweatshirt + Alchemist - Vin Skully
Rich Jones - Chilly 
Kurt Elling and Charlie Hunter - Only The Lonely Woman
Royce Wood Junior - You're So Fin' Perfect (Harve Remix)  
Clairabelle & Denz - Beautiful People 
OFOSHO - Your Light
Shabazz Palaces - Binoculars (ft. Royce The Choice) 
Def Sound - Run It Up! 
Fatboi Sharif - Prisoner Of Jesus 
JUNE! - It’s Time!!! ft My Favorite Color & Johnny Storm 
Victoria Monet - Stop (Askin' Me 4Shyt)
Luna X Honor Flow Productions - What's Your Name 
Andi Mkosi - So Far Gone Live (ft Tatenda wekwaTenzi)

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