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 Two of Ibadan's usual suspects team up for one of the labels greatest moments.

Kerri Chandler and Jerome Sydenham bring an exceptional House flavor to NYC Band, The System. They've added new flavor with fresh and innovative production techniques to one of NYC most popular Synth/Pop outfits. 'You're In My System' is clear proof why. Kerri steps in to remix the track with four new versions.

The A1, is the bearer of the You’re In My System (Atmospheric Vocal). A catchy Rhodes melody enters you into the system of what is soon to be taken over by a heartfelt Garage style male vocal.

The A2, is a tried and true dub version of the original. However, the lack of vocals only puts more focus on the escalating and driving horn section.

B1 gets bi-lingual for all our Latinos. "Estas en mi sistema!"

Wrapping up this release on the B2, is Kerri's pure DJ version. Fully equipping, You’re In My System with juicy 909 hats and crackling snares while adding more emphasis to the bass line. An extended breakdown also creates an added element of suspense.

This is New York House at its best. Feel good club music that puts a smile on your face and a little swing in your hips.

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You're in my System

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The System - You're in my System (Atmospheric Vocal)

Jerome and Dennis are back with all new mixes of their stone cold classic, 'Timbuktu'.

'Timbuktu' sees long-time associates Ferrer and Sydenham going out with some techy house flavors on Ibadan, with a solid groove joined by a sublime synth stab and some great chant snippets, while a driving bassline and great percussion elements fatten out the track nicely. Two mixes here, and there's really nothing to choose between them, so we'll let you decide your favorite.

Written & produced by Jerome Sydenham & Dennis Ferrer.
Published by Bodija Music (ASCAP) / Sfere Music (BMI)
Admin. By Bug Music Publishing
(p) © Ibadan Records. 2004

Timbuktu

Ferrer & Sydenham Inc. - Timbuktu (Pan African Electro Dub)

 Joe Claussell's returns to Ibadan with his signature brand of harmonious House.

Throughout his career, Joe Claussell has always been considered one of the House artists who puts true musicianship, soul and culture at the forefront of his music. His take on House has inspired many to inject the pure human feeling and spirit into the world of computer-integrated music. Spiritual Insurrection is another step in his never-ending quest for that perfect sound.

A1. is claimed by Spiritual Insurrection (Party Version). A hypnotic conga rhythm is the meat and potatoes, which make this one an essential party tool. However, the most memorable element of this track are the dreamy pads and freestyle keyboard workout. 

Bass: Tarus Mateen
Rhythm Guitar: Tarus Mateen
Keyboards: Tarus Mateen
Programming: Joe Claussell
Percussion: Daniel Moreno and Joe Claussell
Produced By: Joe Claussell
Mixed By: Joe Claussell and Jerome Sydenham
All tracks Bodija Music (ASCAP) / Bolla Music (ASCAP)

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Joe Claussell - Spiritual Insurrection (The Party Version)

Sydenham and Ferrer team up with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Jãnia on for a funky, Brazillian hybrid of influences.
Expanding the sound of their label, Jerome Sydenham and Dennis Ferrer turn out a Ethnic flavored house experience. Everything is played live, tight upright bass, percussion and guitar. The foreign vocal is sexy, sweet and very sensual.
Written by Jania Carvahlo, Jerome Sydenham, Dennnis Ferrer.
Produced by Jerome Sydenham & Dennis Ferrer.
Published by Bodija Music (ASCAP); Sfere Music (BMI); Jania Carvahlo (BMI).
(p) © 2002 Ibadan Recording Corp. 

http://www.ibadanrecords.com/releases/irc038

Deconstructed House (Phase 2)

Deconstructed House (Pahse 2)

Jerome Sydenham & Dennis Ferrer feat. Jãnia - Deconstructed House (Phase 2)

A seminal productions of the enigmatic tag team of Sydenham & Ferrer.

Ace A&R meets super producer for one of their most organic releases to date, with ‘Kò Kò Part 1’.
Jerome and Dennis showcase their love for fine-tuned percussion with the clangin' and bangin' 'Kò Kò Part 1'. Together with Dominique Kanza and Doug Hinrichs on guitar and percussion respectively, they combine atmospheres of tribal and indigenous spirits with an unmatched fluidness. A perfect way to spice up a straight House set.

With the exception of a kick drum, the, ‘DJ Beat’ version is made up of completely organic percussion, shakers and drums. A jam session that could have found it self taking place hundreds of years ago on the Island of Hispaniola or on the beaches of Bahia.

Something special always seems to arise when these two join forces. Their good friendship and understanding of music always seems to translate into special tracks with a polished mature, yet dance floor ready sound.

Produced, mixed, and arranged by Jerome Sydenham and Dennis Ferrer
Recorded at Kryptic Bass Monster Union City, NJ
Percussion: Doug Hinrichs
Guitars: Dominique Kanza

Jerome Sydenham, Dennis Ferrer - Kò Kò (Demo Dub)

Only someone with Jerome Sydenham's unique background could have founded a record label as innovative as Ibadan Recordings. He was born and raised in Ibadan, Nigeria to an English father and Jamaican mother and schooled in his teens in England before emigrating to New York City in the early 80's. Sydenham's work today is largely influenced by the cultural diversity of his upbringing and has echoes of a musical history that spans indigenous African and contemporary western music.

One of the many artists who benefited from Sydenham's artistic direction was New Jersey based Kerri Chandler. In 1991, Sydenham was part of the A&R team that signed Chandler's debut single "SuperLover/Get it Off", to Atlantic Records and the rest is house music history. Chandler is now acknowledged as one of the original creators of the deep house sound and his bass lines are legendary.

Sydenham and Chandler's ambitions fused creatively with the inception of the Ibadan imprint six years ago. Saturday represents the culmination of their shared experience as music makers, party animals and fathers. Sydenham takes artistic control of the repertoire with an album that reflects the breadth of his musical interests. Chandler acts as a flawless technician, refining and making sense of a wide range of ideas. The record, a well rounded full length, has something for everyone. It combines simple, deep, electronic tracks (Rising the Sun and Winter’s Blessing) with elegant acoustic arrangements (Aro and Deconstructed House). Congolese vocalist Alain Nkosi Konda joins Cameroonian guitarist Dominique Kanza on the mammoth "Ko Ko" produced by Sydenham and Dennis Ferrer of Sfere Records. Sydenham and Ferrer follow up with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Jania on "Deconstructed House", a funky, Brazillian hybrid of influences. Saturday also benefits from a significant input by local New York jazz luminaries. Guests include bassist Tarus Mateen and keyboard player Brian Mitchell.

Reviews
"Perfect sunny afternoon music for midnight groovers" (Urb)
"A gorgeous release, full of variety and originality, and one that grows and gleams more on every listen" (Wax Magazine)
"An embarrassment of riches? An album that fully deserves to be hyped to the max" (Jockey Slut)

http://www.ibadanrecords.com/releases/irc030-2

Saturday

Rising the Sun

Jerome Sydenham, Kerri Chandler - Rising The Sun

Ibadan Records presents this stunning vocal track "Let the Sunshine Out" by Flora Cruz with remixes by Jerome Sydenham.
This stunning vocal track by Flora Cruz is nothing short of inspiring. Jerome Sydenham shows his versatility yet again by delivering an uplifting full vocal mix, a raw and energetic vocal dub and last but not least a raw grinding dubstrumental. The result is a deep, well rounded and most satisfying 12" single in the true tradition of Ibadan Records.
Lead vocals by Flora Cruz.
Background vocals by Flora Cruz, Jospehine Garcia, and Francisco (ala) Garcia.
Produced by Adam Cruz.
Remix and additional production by Jerome Sydenham.
Written by Adam Cruz and Flora Cruz.
Published by Mix Tape Sessions Music & Flora Marie Rodriguez (ASCAP)
(P) & (C) Ibadan Records, 2008.

http://www.ibadanrecords.com/releases/irc094

Let the Sun Shine Out

Let the Sunshine Out (Jerome Sydenham's Vocal Dub)

Flora Cruz - Let the Sunshine Out (Jerome Sydenham's Vocal Dub)

Jerome Sydenham & Dennis Ferrer. Bring you there next deep house club stormer!!

Written by Ferrer & Sydenham Inc.
Produced by Jerome Sydenham & Dennis Ferrer.
Published by Bodija Music (ASCAP) / Sfere Music (BMI)
Admin. By Bug Music Publishing. (p)
© Ibadan Recording Corp. 2006

http://www.ibadanrecords.com/releases/irc072

Ferrer & Sydenham Inc. - The Undertow

From Vol. 2 of Ibadan’s ‘Pan-African Electro’ links the origins of music with some of the hottest and contemporary releases from its stellar back catalog.
Never one to shy away from his African upbringing and roots, Jerome Sydenham even went to the great lengths of naming his label after the city of his birth in Nigeria, to let the masses know where he is coming from. Ibadan, may not be known in every corner of the world to all people, but for those who do know hold the label in high regard for its commitment to timeless music in any form Jerome can get his ears to. The 'Pan-African Electro' series showcases some of the music that may not remind one of "The Continent", but subtly pays respect to the birthplace of all music and all things.

http://www.ibadanrecords.com/releases/irc091

Dennis Ferrer - Drumstick And A Lightfixture

Another raw Tech-House experience from Jerome Sydenham’s Jango Series, (Ibadan)
"Jango 02"
In the second instalment of the Jango series Sydenham is on a quest to supply certain missing elements of House while forging new musical paths into the future. “Jango 2” exemplifies this truth. On this occasion we are taken on a journey that includes fierce beats, funky bass lines and Detroit-esque strings.
"Brooklyn Rock"
Simple percussive grooves, rolling bass, and a killer hypnotic vocal hook make this dub version a true Brooklyn Deep House gem!
"Footsteps of Phire (Jerome Sydenham's Jango Dub)" 
The almost unapproachable classic, installed into the Ibadan archives by legendary Baltimore Producer DJ Oji, has been remixed up by Jerome Sydenham. He utilizes a lot of the original rhythmic influences while in the bottom range he gives it a true new phat Tech-House sensibility. Pumping stuff!

http://www.ibadanrecords.com/releases/irc098

Jerome Sydenham & Nikola Gala - Brooklyn Rock

From the album "Animal Social Club" - a Jerome Sydenham production. This is a deep, dynamic experience. Jerome Sydenham forges inspiring elements from house and techno to lay down the path for this bespoke energetic musical journey.

What you hear is not really the rainforest, or the wilderness. Don’t let your ears and eyes fool you. The primal edge, that instinct-driven music, raw and inviting, signals another meeting of the pack. And every time the wild ones get together, the quality of the sound is unmistakable.

Breathe, dance, listen, drink your fill, take it all in: this is an environment where there are no inhibitions and spontaneity is everywhere, in everything. A place where house and techno are the heartbeat. This is the primal universe of the Animal Social Club. 

 © + (P) 2012 Ibadan Records.
All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction is a violation of applicable laws.
Licensing: license@ibadanrecords.com 

Animal Social Club

Bozak feat. Quell

Jerome Sydenham - Bozak feat. Quell

Timeless house record by Kerri Chandler for Ibadan Records.

Scandalous! This record was produced by Kerri Chandler as start capital for Jerome Sydenham’s Ibadan label, but subsequently released and sold by another label to the tune of 40,000 copies without Chandler and Sydenham ever knowing. Resplendent with horns, lush strings and layered house beats, it is irrefutably timeless, taking its place among the most captivating dance tracks of past decades.

Atmospheric Beats (Original Extended Version)
Produced By: Kerri Chandler
Mixed by: Kerri Chandler, Jerome Sydenham
Mixed at Kryptic Bass Monster Studio, NJ
Special thanks to Shauna Slevin

http://www.ibadanrecords.com/Releases/irc024


(p) & © 1999 IBADAN RECORDS. All rights reserved. 
www.ibadanrecords.com 
Licensing: info@ibadanrecords.com

Atmospheric Beats

Kerri Chandler - Atmospheric Beats (Original Extended Version)

West Coast Tech-House luminary Tony Watson delivers a one-sided audible pearl.
Tony Watson is a true pioneer of the Los Angeles House scene, who has done it all from promoting to production on the highest level. Seemingly putting a stamp of quality on everything he touches, his debut for Ibadan is also encased in a sheen brilliance.
'Passages', is an absolute fitting name for a track that takes you truly on a mesmerising journey. Weather it is the dreamy piano, flowing pads that undulated like the waves at high tide on Venice beach or the perfectly placed bass line infusing the track with subtle energy, it is surely a track that will cling to the inside of your mind and won't let go.

(p) & © 2000 IBADAN RECORDS. All rights reserved. 
www.ibadanrecords.com 
Licensing: info@ibadanrecords.com

Passages

Tony Watson - Passages

Dub remixes of one of Ibadan's greatest moments from Jerome and Kerri.

'You're In My System' from The System a.k.a Jerome Sydenham and Kerri Chandler, is one of the most recognized Ibadan releases. The sultry males vocals, pristine beats and perfect arrangement make it one of the most sought after releases in the catalog. Although these both appear on the original 12”, these re-mastered maxi versions are still essential.

Kerri's Foundation Dub is a tried and true instrumental version of the original. However, the lack of vocals only puts more focus on the uplifting, escalating and driving horn section.

On the flip Kerri and Jerome's pure DJ version 'Jerome's Runaway Dub' is fully equipped with juicy 909 hats and crackling snares while adding more emphasis to the bass line through extra notes and a grittier analog feel layered on top. An extended breakdown also creates an added element of suspense.

Two solid mixes for the DJ's that are after a piece of House history.

Producers: Jerome Sydenham, Kerri Chandler
Edits and Arrangement: Dennis Ferrer

(p) & © 1998 IBADAN RECORDS. All rights reserved.
www.ibadanrecords.com
Licensing: info@ibadanrecords.com 

Kerri Chandler - Atmosphere (Jerome's Runaway Dub)

Another Ibadan Records improv session with alluring Brazilian flavour.
Jerome Sydenham, Joe Claussell (Body & Soul) and Kerri Chandler produced this cover version of Milton Nascimento’s Brazilian folk song, featuring the distinct vocal sample from the public domain version. Guitarist Stephen Ulrich’s interpretation of Brazilian guitar was simply improvised on-the-fly over the rhythms. It is his completely spontaneous approach to a well-known musical style that makes the record so unique, giving it an irresistible allure that made it the record of the night back in the days of powder and wooden dance floors.
Producers: Jerome Sydenham, Joe Claussell, Kerri Chandler.
Guitar: Stephen Ulrich
Trumpet: Winston Byrd
Flute: Talib Kibwe
Percussion: Joe Claussel

2012, IBADAN RECORDS. All rights reserved. www.ibadanrecords.com 
Licensing: info@ibadanrecords.com 

Thanks to Brian Bacchus


Joe Claussell & Kerri Chandler - Escravos De Jo (Robust Horns)

Ibadan Records celebrates its 20th anniversary with a series of special releases. The first one; Leads & Bites Vol. 2

Kerri Chandler's remake of the Pal Joey classic "Dance" Infused with a Jerome Sydenham edit just make this classic complete and decadent for all sides of the house spectrum.

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Earth People - Dance (Kerri Chandler Centro Fly - Jerome Sydenham Special Edit)

Another smash hit - with some brilliant vocal acrobatics added by Vera Mara - grace this beautiful percussion-spiced and string-laden journey into deepness. 

Sydenham & Claussell, team up again for another excursion into organic House. Both letting the spirits of their ancestors from maternal and paternal sides channel through their consciousness to invigorate their productions with a true spiritual essence. A collaboration that results in the namesake, 'Je Ka Jo' - an obvious derivative of their names, - combined with the vocal talents of Vera Mara. 

A short movie with the title, "The Making Of ‘Je Ka Jo’ ", would have been quite easy to produce provided a camera was lurking about in the Axis Studios in NYC. 11 artists participated in this production, which would have made the studio busier than a New Jersey DMV. The, (Crazy Vocal Mix) features all of those artists involved with a final mix from Jerome and Joe that would have gone on long after the cameras stopped rolling. 

As the name would suggest, the (Drums of Passion Mix), sheds the vocals, strings, violin and bass guitar in favor of a full on jungle navigated percussion workout. Clearly a useful tool inspired by the rhythms of the original, through the organic drumming. 

Back to basics, is the motto with, ‘Je Ka Jo (Original Vocal Mix)’. Traditional percussion with less dramatization and a more conventional mixing techniques, with the vocal as the focus, while the instruments each fill their respective space in the back ground of the frequency range.

Je Ka Jo

Je Ka Jo feat. Vera Mara (Crazy Vocal Mix)

Joe Claussell - Je Ka Jo feat. Vera Mara (Crazy Vocal Mix)

 The dream team of Ferrer and Sydenham fabricate yet another seminal track.

Ferrer and Sydenham have been consistently knocking out superb stuff on Jerome’s Ibadan label for years. 'Sandcastles' keeps the streak going.

The original 'Sandcastles' - with its sublime piano line coming into its own late in the mix after a lengthy lead in of subtle percussion, throbbing bass drums and stellar synth play. A warm and lush track that utilizes building beats that emit a piano line and finally a wall of synth strings, round this track off perfectly.

Pressed up the same on both sides, as if he knew this one would get an extra amount of play. A confidence that can be traced back through the numerous amounts of seminal releases this man has had a watchful eye over.

If there was an essential Ibadan release – and an argument can be made for many of them in some form or another – this would certainly be high up on the list. 

http://www.ibadanrecords.com/releases/tib004

Sandcastles

Ferrer & Sydenham Inc. - Sandcastles (Original 10" Mix)

Jerome and Dennis are back with all new mixes of their stone cold classic, 'Timbuktu'.

'Timbuktu' sees long-time associates Ferrer and Sydenham going out with some techy house flavors on Ibadan, with a solid groove joined by a sublime synth stab and some great chant snippets, while a driving bassline and great percussion elements fatten out the track nicely. Two mixes here, and there's really nothing to choose between them, so we'll let you decide your favorite.

Written & produced by Jerome Sydenham & Dennis Ferrer.
Published by Bodija Music (ASCAP) / Sfere Music (BMI)
Admin. By Bug Music Publishing 
(p) Ibadan Records. 2004
© Ibadan Records. 2004

This Release Is Part of the Ibadan Ten Inch Beats Catalog

Timbuktu (Pan-African Electro Beats)

Another Ibadan Records improv session with alluring Brazilian flavour.
Jerome Sydenham, Joe Claussell (Body & Soul) and Kerri Chandler produced this cover version of Milton Nascimento’s Brazilian folk song, featuring the distinct vocal sample from the public domain version. Guitarist Stephen Ulrich’s interpretation of Brazilian guitar was simply improvised on-the-fly over the rhythms. It is his completely spontaneous approach to a well-known musical style that makes the record so unique, giving it an irresistible allure that made it the record of the night back in the days of powder and wooden dance floors.
Producers: Jerome Sydenham, Joe Claussell, Kerri Chandler
Guitar: Stephen Ulrich
Trumpet: Winston Byrd
Flute: Talib Kibwe
Percussion: Joe Claussel

Thanks to Brian Bacchus

Escravos De Jo

Joe Claussell & Kerri Chandler - Escravos de Jo (Acoustic Mix)

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