Release date: Nov.26/21

German duo Manqo makes their debut on Damian Lazarus's excellent Crosstown Rebels with a smooth vocal cut entitled 'Breaking Hearts' featuring Amos on vocals, boasting a remix from one of South Africa's most esteemed exports, Black Coffee. 

Manqo 
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Amos 
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German duo, Manqo are swiftly establishing their presence across the international circuit. Their first release, Won’t Change, was a collaboration with Keinemusik mainstay Rampa and it went on to accumulate over three-hundred-thousand streams on Spotify. They caught the attention of Crosstown Rebels head Damian Lazarus soon after, with Breaking Hearts acting as the first of two EPs to be released on the label in the near future, including a fab remix from South Africa's Black Coffee. 

Manqo spoke on how the track came together, stating: “Breaking Hearts was produced in our studio at Funkhaus Berlin. It was a warm summer day and when we finished it at sunset, we realised it was truly special. We’re very happy it found a home on Crosstown Rebels.”

Premiere: Manqo - Breaking Hearts feat. Amos [Crosstown Rebels]

Adameyo

Come Around

Come Around (Diamond Dealer's Northern Exposure Remix)

Out now on Crosstown Rebels: lnk.to/_CRMLP049

The release of Crosstown Rebels’ SPIRITS compilation is always a bastion moment for the label. The first edition came to prominence in 2017 and we’ve been graced with an annual compilation ever since, showcasing a consistent habit to champion established artists and breakthrough ones alike. Now, Crosstown Rebels’ lauded SPIRITS series will see the light of day once more in June, with the release of SPIRITS V.

“Compiling the Spirits compilations and sourcing the artists that create the artwork for the sleeves is one of my favourite annual jobs for Crosstown. I get to sift through all the best music being sent to me and find a way to make a cohesive one stop shop full of underground battle weapons and future club hits whilst also setting the tone for the sound of the label in any given year. Spirits V is one of the strongest of the series”. Damian Lazarus

NYC-native Layla Benitez leads proceedings with Fides, a progressive leaning, introspective number that retains an inherent danceability throughout. It kicks off the compilation with a driving energy, one that’s perfectly matched by Trabajar - the Crosstown Rebels debut of recent Hot Creations inductee Mr.Diamond. 

A techy-inspired cut, punchy four-four drum patterns create a distinctive late-night feel, as UK-talent Denney soon arrives with Kill The Soundboy. Showcasing the groove-laced house sound with which he’s become best known, the near seven-minute piece is sure to light up many a club setting this year, paving the way for Talk To Me. It’s a collaborative venture between Munich-based artist ASK:ME and El Muerto, with Soulfoot featuring on vocals. Retaining a vintage Detroit style, the fast-paced tempo creates a natural excitement before Romanian-born mainstay GruuvElement’s gifts us the minimal-toned Boom Room.

Building with tribal-like percussion and salsa-inspired instrumentals, it’s a playful excursion into dance music’s outer realms, paving the way for young Peruvian producer Chinonegro with My Moment. Whether it be the pluck of a guitar string or a jazzy trumpet solo, there’s an inherent authenticity to the six-minute piece, as a mid track breakdown gives way to whispering hats and a rhythmic underlying backbone.

The penultimate offering comes from French-born, London-based regular Maglia, who serves up the shamanic Rayiys. The chirping of birds reside atop an ever-changing bassline, leaving us open and ready for the VA’s closing saga: Thanks Moon, by Spain’s I AM JAS. A heady combination of beautiful lyrical contributions combine with softly moving electronic elements, to leave us in a state of calm, inward reflection. Rounding off proceedings on a note of quietude, it reminds us of the final moments in clubland, transporting our psyche to sunrise, fond memories and everything in between.

Over a period of nineteen years, Damian Lazarus’ Crosstown Rebels has evolved into a world-renowned institution, garnering global audiences thanks to a consistent schedule of quality releases. In years since it’s earliest beginnings, the likes of Maceo Plex, Art Department, Seth Troxler, Ali Love, Mathew Jonson, Pier Bucci, Acid Pauli, Dennis Kurtel, Francesca Lombardo, Glimpse, Aphrohead, Fur Coat and a plethora of other figureheads have all found their home on the label.

The roster is international, showcasing how Crosstown has shaped a truly global scene. Releases are born in different continents by artists who hail from different countries, resulting in a sound that resonates worldwide. Perhaps most-pivotal to the label’s success is its musical output: no part is governed by boundary or genre. It’s underpinned by a truly eclectic sound, one that reflects the diversity of Damian’s love for music itself. An album from drum and bass icon DJ Krust here, a maiden LP from Audiojack there... traversing genres has been Damian’s forte for decades - and Crosstown epitomises that as a result.

Various Artists

Thanks Moon

I AM JAS - Thanks Moon

She Don't Love Me (Black Circle Remix)

Nico De Andrea Feat Lola Melita & Cherry Lena - She Don't Love Me (Black Circle Remix)

Download/Stream >> https://fanlink.to/aye-aye

Currently riding on the crest of a rainbow coloured wave, BLOND:ISH hits top gear with her recent club smash ‘Sete’ with Francis Mercier, Amadou & Mariam, as well as the endless energy infused into her recent DJ sets.

On ‘Aye Aye’, BLOND:ISH teams up with Cameron Jack, an exciting new talent and fresh producer who is teeing up further releases on ABRACADABRA. The London born artist has developed his style whilst DJing and residing on the Balearic Isle of Ibiza, and on ‘Aye Aye’, the pair conjure up some serious magic with a little help from Nigerian vocalist and drummer Akindimeji “Akin” Onasanya whom provides the uplifting vocal delivery to BLOND:ISH & Cameron Jack’s deep and transcendental house production.

Cameron explains how the collaboration with BLOND:ISH came to fruition; “I had been sending Viv my music via Instagram messages last year, but rather stupidly forgot to put my name on any of the tracks.  Viv loved them so much she put a message out to her social followers to find out who made the tracks, and someone sent me this message and I of course instantly got back in touch, I could not believe it!  So, we finally connected and collaborated on new music which she dropped in her recent Cercle set, and I was invited to play an ABRACADABRA label showcase in Tulum, which is where we met in person for the first time”.

Essential vibes for the summer months!

Aye Aye

Download/Stream

Blond:ish & Cameron Jack - Aye Aye (ABRA032) [Edit]

Afrobeats In A Form, Hot New Single, Summer Vibes

Backseat Baby

"State of being" EP has four chapters which recorded and filmed live at the studio in Berlin.

Check out the bigger picture - 
Band camp - lamottajay.bandcamp.com

"Wanna get to know you" from our Live Session at The Famous Gold Studio, Berlin
You can watch the video here-
(youtu.be/6igJxtJim-4)

Music, production and artwork  by J.Lamotta すずめ 
Recorded, mixed & mastered by Q3000
Video directed by Jasper Sala

Members -
J.Lamotta すずめ - Vocalist
Aloo Chandra - Background singing 
Natalie Greffel - Background singing & percussion 
Doron Segal - Keyboard 
Martin Buhl Staunstrup - Bass
Pier Ciaccio - Drums

First concert March 9th, Berlin-
www.facebook.com/events/259242694497967/

Wanna getta know ya (Live) with The Dizzy Sparrow

I was practicing and I decided to a cover of this song.  Just practice, this isn't for real I'm still learning lol

Mint Condition- Walk On Drum Cover

Josh Skywalker