The ninth release of katharsis is the EP “Journey Before Destination” by @jjjacob, which is the first full release of the label founder on his own label. The EP spans six tracks and is quite a deviation in sound from his earlier releases on labels such as ANBA, high heal and Sweat Taste. Taking a step away from his usual tools of heavily automated synths and complex midi-based melodies, this EP focuses closely on recordings of acoustic instruments and vocals done by jjjacob himself throughout the pandemic year.

Journey Before Destination

Oneiric Plateau

Castle builder

Negative Influence - Underwater

UdieNnx - BROKEN (SUPER SLOWED)

Atrem-Shadow Land-Into Akidor_s Temple

Abîme co-founders Ytem and Chams unites for a split EP, Abîmés, composed of one solo track each and their first official collaboration, ‘VVM’. 

The latter subtly combines Ytem's cellos with the piano and vocals of Chams, all bound together by the industrial drums they share a common interest for.

The first track of the EP, Chams’ ‘Fou allié’, is at the same time a continuation and a rupture with his last release. As he continues to explore the vocal side of his music, he adopts a way more straightforward approach that makes ‘Fou allié’ what could be called an anthem, layering his performance on top of an emotional vocal sample.

On his solo track ‘Torsion’, Ytem is showcasing his ability to brilliantly arrange cellos, in a complex structure that somehow manages to appears fluid and consistent despite the constant evolution that the piece undergoes.

Written, produced and performed by Chams & Ytem
Mastered by Ytem

Chams - Fou Allié

Format: LP
Cat. No.: AT-021
Release date: 2 October 2020

Produced and Performed by ASJ
Mastering by Nerve
Cover by Skene Milne
Styling by Harry Shan

'清醒夢 LUCID SATORI' Music Video 
Directed by Swing Ho & Kevin Cheung of Emotional Labour Association
'闡示曲 DISCLOSURE'  Lyric Video and Music Video 
Directed by Skene Milne

ASJ announces “集體模像 DUPLICATE COGNIZANCE”, following her debut album “The Road to Become One” in 2018. “集體模像 DUPLICATE COGNIZANCE” depicts ASJ’s accumulated layers of inhabited ideas that shapes the fabric of what she perceived. 

It is a concept of the mind, a depiction of the higher force beyond the physical with constant changes. The expression between the place of dreams and reality. Hence, finding balance in the chaotic state of mind.

Cognizance, knowledge and awareness deeply dwell in the subconscious, that created ‘the personality’ on three aspects, physically, emotionally & mentally. 

With vivacious drums & sonic pattern combining with distinctive musical structure. Putting together her introspection about various moments in her journey and the concept of the powerful mind, she transforms the intangible into tangible. From vocally to sonically propel into musical pieces in a robust manner. 

ASJ wants her composition to act as a motivator that guides the audience to an emotional and reinvigorating journey.

The major single “清醒夢 LUCID SATORI” is about the curious encounter ASJ had in a memorable awakening dream. It is a trigger of emotional and physical awareness that awakened her learning experience. Facing her fears in a lucid dream of not enable to wake up remind her to take control of one-self and let go of control and manipulation. 

The LP summarises with the second single “闡示曲 DISCLOSURE”- a candid reminder of self that prompts ASJ of the importance of honoring our presence and appreciating our own existence. 

The awakening experiences of ASJ gave her a significant meaning in “闡示曲 DISCLOSURE”, guiding her to believe in herself again and thus coming close to her true identity, which is symbolic of a significant shift to her reality that the song trying to disclose.

Lyrics:
我想到一個對自己的承諾
今身經歷過 我會記著
就知道 你知道嗎
我知道
我愛着我

*快樂旋渦中
差點就錯過了我
傳呼聲響透
一夜喚醒我 衝動

當思想在懦動 在不眠的夜中
身體在晃動 身邊在懦動

快要消失了 快要忘記了
看不見自己了 忘記要想到自己
我去了哪裹?
不要忽略了 不要忘記你自己了*

時間無多 無盡
心力無從 無盡
身心俱疲 選擇
身力無從 無盡
*repeat

集體模像 DUPLICATE COGNIZANCE

闡示曲 DISCLOSURE

LYRIC VIDEO

ASJ - 闡示曲 DISCLOSURE

“Every mystery, enigma or secret, lost or forgotten - Now forged anew in the light of slowly fading incense embers. Artifacts holding echoes from different memories - Their voices now protected from harm in the congregation of sentiment.”

World Canvas proudly presents Lost Memory 01 - A compilation featuring 11 songs from artists and musicians from different backgrounds and corners of the world.

Cover art by Gabriel Boicel

Teini-ikä -  All In!

🧚‍♀️🦂👽🧬💉
SELIM HEX MIXX @callmy777
Vangelis - Dangerous Days
ANFS - Big Heart
Avbvrn - Opprobium
Gatekeeper - Tree Drum (Total Freedom Debt Stalking Version)
Araabmuzik - Not Afraid to Die
IVVVO - V
DJ TECHNORCH - 極楽鳥 (Oldskool Mix)
Anthony Braxton - To Pianist Cecil Taylor
Soda Plains - Glacier
R O M A N C E - The Art Of Losing

💅😈🤠😈💅
clope dj MIXX @djcl0pe
t0ni - Star Shopping
migu - no sorry + rogernoon
headhunterz - scrap attack
subzero - raise your fist
oldyungmayn & van boom - fifi
mechatok - hush
500 - deliverance
dj clope - tu dances (nervoso x yung soft & fatma pneumonia)
bogoss lacoste - roder anthem
alizée - j'en ai marre (steve helstrip soft skin club mix)
yoji biohmehanika - ding a ling (dj scot project remix)
leroy dave van cleef - tesla
ice underlord - this one takes me
quit life - niratma
fog lake - i'm so tired

Chainsmoking Knigth Artwork by @xxxof

Sirens on Radio 80k w/ SELIM HEX & DJ Clope (007)

Composed by @rogergoon
Mixed by Justin Roger Golano
Mastered by Sylvain Gerboud and Justin Roger Golano
Original painting by Victor Olagnier
Graphic design by Justin Roger Golano
MM016

rogergoon - Eye Too Close

Dida - Skeer

@didasy

Edited Arts is launching Serotonin, the second in a new series of charity fundraising compilations.

Serotonin features contributions by some long-lasting friends and new found collaborators ; Dane Law, DIDA, dj celes, Eye Measure, FARWARMTH, Felisha Ledesma, Georgie McVicar, hogobogobogo, IVVVO, KMRU, Lauren Duffus, Lenticloud, Monofee, mu tate, Nexcyia, onybdy, Shit Creek, SPECIMENS and 空蟬(Cicada Shell)

Cherubic voices, sparkling drums, and drones on their way back home from an all-nighter set the scene for this compilation. 19 artists have made sonic references to the hormone that acts to regulate our wellbeing. This is the second release from a series that is musically themed on psycho-sensory states of happiness, or the lack thereof.

Profits from this release will go to the Black Cultural Archives and Raw Music Media. 2 Brixton based organisations / charities.

Mastered by Colin Moir/ Moir Air
Artwork by Eliza

We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy the music. Thank you for listening.

Dida - Skeer

explore my journey through your imagination
contact/booking: jacobfosgrau@gmail.com
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