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POSY (aka Rudy Klobas) returns to Bastard Jazz after his breakthrough debut EP, “Abroad,” released last year with a brand new single, “Fill My Cup.” This time the Portland-based producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist has teamed up with Brandon Markell Holmes, the actor-turned-vocalist known for his contribution on the Grammy-nominated Gorillaz album, “Humanz,” work with friends-of-the-label musclecars, and his own alternative R&B-meets-deep house sound (heard, for example, on 2021’s “Garden” EP with Rogue Vogue, released on toucan sounds). A signature POSY laid back instrumental forms the perfect backdrop for Brandon’s airy falsetto: Syncopated, jazzy keys, a grooving bassline, and slightly swung drums, all played, recorded, and produced by POSY himself.  

POSY is the recording name of Rudy Klobas, Portland-based producer and multi-instrumentalist with a unique sound that intersects jazz, R&B, and electronic music. Originally trained on classical guitar, POSY gradually taught himself piano, bass, and drums and began writing and recording his first songs on a four-track cassette recorder. POSY’s music is lush and densely layered, but maintains an element of simplicity that ultimately leaves one feeling relaxed, nostalgic, and hopeful all at the same time.

POSY - Fill My Cup (feat. Brandon Markell Holmes)

The first single from Reginald Chapman & Pressure Fit's 'East Williamsburg Sessions' – out now everywhere: lnk.to/speaklow

Full EP releases November 3rd on Fresh Selects

"Speak Low"

Composed by Kurt Weill (1943)
Arranged by Reginald Chapman (2021)

Reginald Chapman - bass trumpet
Julia Chen - keys
Adi Meyerson - bass
Kofi Shepsu - drums

Recorded live by Baba Z Buerger in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY

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Reginald Chapman & Pressure Fit "Speak Low" (East Williamsburg Session)

Today's atmpospheric exclusive comes from a MIMS favourite of late, Robohands, as we share "Claws", forthcoming on Bastard Jazz.

Robohands, aka Andy Baxter, joins the Bastard Jazz family with a new EP titled “Giallo.” Partly inspired by Italian Giallo (meaning “yellow”) film soundtracks of the late 70s and 80s, as well as the experimental sounds of pioneering krautrock bands like Tangerine Dream and NEU! Armed with an old Juno 60 synthesizer, Andy wrote, recorded, and mixed all the parts himself, including the live drums, adding in multiple layers of effects.

Spread across 8 tracks, “Giallo” spans atmospheric meditations (“Giallo;” “Claws;” “Relax”) to jazzy improvisational explorations (“Fear”), interwoven with brief solo instrumental tapestries (“Horror;” “Float By Like Clouds;” “For the Different”). There is an elegant cinematic quality to the EP, further refined by Robohands’ production prowess and technical chops. “Giallo” builds on the Robohands sound, taking it in an exciting, more experimental direction.

Exclusive Premiere: Robohands "Claws" (Forthcoming on Bastard Jazz)

Amsterdam-based artist LAZA closes out 2022 for Darker Than Wax with his first solo release on the label, the groovy and introspective six-tracker Reflections EP. An up and coming producer, LAZA first appeared in the DTW orbit with a track on our Bodyclock Vol. 2 compilation in 2021, and has been making big moves this year, with an EP on INI Movement and a co-produced single with Gayance on Rhythm Section International. His most substantial offering to date, Reflections showcases the musicality and production prowess of the young artist.

Not just an adept producer, LAZA’s own vocals drive many of the EP’s standouts, setting the tone of post-pandemic introspection on housey cuts ‘Dem Good Ol’ Days’, ‘Doin’ Alright’, and ‘Time Slowly Slippin’. Funk-infused house roller ‘Workin’ All Day’ drops the tempo down into deep groove territory, while ‘Eat That Frog’ and ‘Get Into My Head’ bring in tougher electro-inspired vibes. Throughout the project, there is a consistency and polish present that go far beyond the artist’s young age, and display a keen understanding of what makes great dance music. Keep your eyes out, as LAZA is surely one to watch.

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LAZA - Dem Good Ol' Days (Reflections EP)

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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


FSX-054-01 © 2022 Fresh Selects. Straight up.


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"

Portland based musician and artist POSY returns to Bastard Jazz for his second EP on the label, "I Know A Place". Moving to the left of some of the Lo-Fi influences of his first record, the new EP brings in more sophisticated instrumental work and jazz influences, working with a slew of guest musicians to set the mood more dusty than digital. Things kick off with "Aoi Yume", a beatless mood piece with lush keys and saxophone, while "Better Days" featuring Natalie Slade is a lifting piece of 70s inspired smooth R&B. "I Know A Place" featuring Brandon Lee Cierley layers horns and harps into an easy listening atmospheric piece with a modern edge while "Seshi" sounds like a 5 piece band playing in a mid-century modern space station. Lastly, "Message To Jun" ends the EP on an uptempo note with flute, live bass and keys, and a drumbreak that's beginning to be sampled for a hip-hop record. A big step forward for this bright young producer.

POSY - Seishi

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Release Date: Wednesday 15th February 2023
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WRITTEN IN THE STARS

@ivanave's new album "All Season Gear" is available everywhere now! This one is produced by @fredfades! 

VINYL/MERCH/DL: https://mutualintentions.bandcamp.com/album/all-season-gear

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Stream, download & pre-order LP: https://melting-pot-music.lnk.to/ridealone

British-German jazz rap super group Syrup with ‘Hate To Ride Alone’, the second single from their forthcoming album ‘The Questions’ (02.06.23). Syrup are Twit One (beats), Turt of Summers Sons (rap) and C.Tappin (vocals & keys). Twit is from Cologne, Turt and Tap are from London. They share a friendship and musical partnership based on similar musical tastes and live values. Their first album Rosy Lee was released in 2020 on Melting Pot Music and is also available on LP. 


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Produced and mixed by Twit One.
Vocals by Turt & C.Tappin.
Keys by Charlie Tappin.
Mastered by Roe Beardie.
Artwork by Robert Winter.

Cat No: MPM 316-2
Artist: Syrup
Titel: Hate To Ride Alone

© ℗ 2023 Melting Pot Music

Supported by Initiative Musik gGmbH with project funds from the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and Media.

Syrup - Hate To Ride Alone

Get ready for a soulful collaboration that’s about to take the music world by storm! Illa J, the American rapper, singer, and producer, teams up with rising UK soul star Harleighblu in their latest single, “Not Ever.”

This track is the lead single from Illa J’s highly-anticipated album, “No Traffic,” and is already making waves in the music industry. The album, set to be released on the iconic label BBE Music, is a milestone for Illa J as it is his first album where all tracks are entirely produced, written, and performed by himself.

Illa J is a true music prodigy, raised in a family surrounded by music and heavily influenced by his father, a jazz bassist, and his mother, a talented singer. Best known for being the younger brother of the late hip-hop legend J Dilla, Illa J is a former member of the iconic Detroit hip-hop group Slum Village.

Harleighblu, on the other hand, is a Nottingham (UK) native who developed a love for soul music at a young age. She draws inspiration from legends such as Aretha Franklin, Erykah Badu, and Lauryn Hill, and her unique blend of soul, hip-hop, and jazz has made her one of the most exciting artists in the UK soul scene.

Together, Illa J and Harleighblu bring a fresh and exciting sound to “Not Ever.” Illa J’s production skills are on full display throughout the album, particularly on this track, where his choice of synths and drums creates a playful and bouncy beat. Harleighblu’s soulful and powerful vocals add a contemporary ‘Floetic’ style to the lyrics, warning of the dangers of the ‘side chick’.

The chemistry between the two artists is undeniable, having collaborated for years, and their talents are perfectly showcased in “Not Ever.” Get ready to add this track to your playlist and be sure to check out Illa J’s upcoming album, “No Traffic.”

Illa J - Not Ever (Instrumental)

A selection from 'Prototype Remixes (Deluxe)' – the new expanded edition of the double-album full of 13 different producers all remixing tracks from trombonist/composer Reginald Chapman's 2018 debut album 'Prototype' – out now: smarturl.it/prototyperemixes

Reg liked the @StroElliot remix of his "You Go To My Head" version (as heard here: https://soundcloud.com/freshselects/reginald-chapman-you-go-to-my-head-stro-elliot-remix?in=freshselects/sets/reginald-chapman-prototype-remixes) so much that he wrote out the charts and performed it with his own band, Pressure Fit – for a cover of a remix of a cover. The inception levels run deep with this one. 

Live version produced & arranged by Reginald Chapman 
Based on the remix by Stro Elliot 

Fantine - vocals 
Reginald Chapman - bass trumpet 
Daro Behroozi - tenor sax 
Julia Chen - keys 
Adi Meyerson - bass 
Josh Bailey - drums 

Recorded Live & Mixed by Kevin Bourassa

Mastered by Kelly Hibbert @ Almachrome

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Reginald Chapman "You Go To My Head (Pressure Fit's Stro Elliot Remix Cover)"

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