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The whole is greater than the sum of its parts – a proverb which definitely holds true for this colourful and energetic EP, coming straight from the island of Lamu, Kenya. Recorded during the pandemic in 2021 at the iconic Lamu House, this record brilliantly reveals how music can transcend borders between cultures, genres and even musical epochs. At its core lies Taarab music native to the Swahili coast, which in itself is a heritage from times when the area was under Omani protectorate. An Noor is a Taarab band from Lamu who root in tradition and bring the past into the present: Their Tabla drums remind us of days where Arabic influences were formative, their mesmerizing vocals tell stories of love and pain, as relevant today as they were then. Their sound is complimented by Makadem, composer and player of traditional Kenyan instruments such as the Nyatiti harp. Makadem himself is no stranger to fusing ancient and modern musical schools and has reached international recognition for his crossover arrangements. On Into Taarab, producers Max Doblhoff and Sidney Simila (Clubcruise Music, Music From East Africa) frame the magic of these Lamu sessions in club-friendly edits, dreamy and driving, and always carrying the Clubcruise signature sound that feeds both body and soul.

Musicians recorded on "Halua"

Nuteila - Vocals (Kenya)
Makadem - Voocals, Nyatiti (Kenya)
Sidney Simila - Guitars, Flute & Synths (Kenya)
Max Doblhoff - Beats and Percussions (Austria)
Khalid Omar - Tablas (Kenya)

Released on www.clubcruisemusic.com

Halua (Original)

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Holy Ghost

Title: Igobi Keke
Atist: Makadem (Kenya)
Rework by: Max Doblhoff (Austria)
Label: Clubcruise Music

We are exited to announce the release of “Igobi Keke”, a powerful fusion of Afro techno house and traditional rhythms, brought to life by the unique collaboration between Kenyan artist Makadem and Austrian producer Max Doblhoff.
This track marries the vibrant energy of African acoustic instruments with the deep driving beats of techno, creating a sound that is both timeless and cutting- edge. Released under the Austrian – based label Clubcruise Music, “Igobi Keke” promises to be a standout track on any dancefloor, offering a captivating journey through rhythm and culture.

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Igobi Keke (Max Doblhoff RMX)

Get your taste for my upcoming Rework for the great kenian artist Frank Biyong "Mbopi Road" featuring Helio D. Vanimal from Mozambique.

Official Release out soon on 12 Oct 2024
Label: Tangential Music UK

Radio Masoda Remixed

Mbopi Road (Max Doblhoff RMX)

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Afrohouse Mixtape

The whole is greater than the sum of its parts – a proverb which definitely holds true for this colourful and energetic EP, coming straight from the island of Lamu, Kenya. Recorded during the pandemic in 2021 at the iconic Lamu House, this record brilliantly reveals how music can transcend borders between cultures, genres and even musical epochs. At its core lies Taarab music native to the Swahili coast, which in itself is a heritage from times when the area was under Omani protectorate. An Noor is a Taarab band from Lamu who root in tradition and bring the past into the present: Their Tabla drums remind us of days where Arabic influences were formative, their mesmerizing vocals tell stories of love and pain, as relevant today as they were then. Their sound is complimented by Makadem, composer and player of traditional Kenyan instruments such as the Nyatiti harp. Makadem himself is no stranger to fusing ancient and modern musical schools and has reached international recognition for his crossover arrangements. On Into Taarab, producers Max Doblhoff and Sidney Simila (Clubcruise Music, Music From East Africa) frame the magic of these Lamu sessions in club-friendly edits, dreamy and driving, and always carrying the Clubcruise signature.

Musicians recorded on "Halua"

Nuteila - Vocals (Kenya)
Makadem - Voocals, Nyatiti (Kenya)
Sidney Simila - Guitars, Flute & Synths (Kenya)
Max Doblhoff - Beats (Austria)
Khalid Omar - Tablas (Kenya)

Released on www.clubcruisemusic.com

Halua

Title: Igobi Keke
Atist: Makadem (Kenya), Ojibo Afrobeat
Rework by: Max Doblhoff (Austria)
Label: Clubcruise Music

We are exited to announce the release of “Igobi Keke”, a powerful fusion of Afro techno house and traditional rhythms, brought to life by the unique collaboration between Kenyan artist Makadem and Austrian producer Max Doblhoff.
This track marries the vibrant energy of African acoustic instruments with the deep driving beats of techno, creating a sound that is both timeless and cutting- edge. Released under the Austrian – based label Clubcruise Music, “Igobi Keke” promises to be a standout track on any dancefloor, offering a captivating journey through rhythm and culture.


Halua (Instrumental)

"Saba Bo" refers to the Tom Tom, which was traditionally used in East Africa, which was once used for news transmission and mainly as a warning drum!

Around the same time with the album release of Max Doblhoff's "Africa La", the third single release named "Saba Bo" will be released.
The original track has a strong rhythmic imprint, dominated by the two instruments Tom Tom and Kora - the later almost virtuosic played by the great musician Baboulaye Cissokho, his character of Senegalese origin.
The typical African "Roots-Style", originally originated in Senegal, but developed in further adaptations to Kenyan stylistics.

The version with Idd Aziz is a fusion of funky elements, a subtle electro-disco touch, enriched with contemporary synth-chords.

Other remixes are from Makossa & Megablast and the Viennese newcomer Ksawa and will be completed soon after the single release in July 2017!!

<a href='https://theartistunion.com/tracks/ff708e'>Download for free on The Artist Union</a>

Africa La

Saba Bo (Radio Single Version)

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Max Doblhoff ft. Idd Aziz - Saba Bo (Radio Version FREE DL)

Max Doblhoff - Ena

Max Doblhoff creates a modern and traditional crossover between electro-acoustic beats from Vienna and East and West African music. Max  productions contain numerous analog recorded instruments and grooves that have shaped the rapidly growing African house scene in recent decades: Afro House and Afro Fusion, Tribal House, Latin, Cumbia, Funk, Disco and Electronic Grooves. His musical journeys through parts of Africa (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Morocco), the feeling for the vibe of the countries and their traditions, the discovery of individual musical tribes and the culture of spontaneous improvisation shape Max’s musical style.

Mbopi Road (Max Doblhoff RMX)

Max Doblhoff aka MDgroove