IS JA

Jazzy/Soulful Vibes Part 2

ODYLE

11_2024

13.11.24 Thank you Sbtrkt.

new new

Sometimes I Might Be Introvert

Two Worlds Apart

82 92 (feat. Mac Miller)

FORWARD

Free download: https://hypeddit.com/flozbeats/overmonoeverythinguneedflozedit

Overmono - Everything U Need (Floz Edit)

Where I'm Meant To Be

Smile (Children of Zeus Remix)

champ hoody music. ep. 3

cloth talk. (feat. Goya Gumbani & lojii)

Time

Ariel - Time (prod. Relyae)

Bando Stone and The New World

Happy Survival (feat. Khruangbin)

DOWNLOAD 
https://sbtrkt.bandcamp.com/track/risk-remix

Usher/ H.E.R  - Risk (SBTRKT REMIX)

Stream & download: https://melting-pot-music.lnk.to/caesura

Berlin-based producer, composer and instrumentalist Leon Pock, formerly known as beatmensch5000, introduces his new project ODYLE with the release of his first single ‘Caesura’. 

ODYLE’s upcoming debut album ‘18 Months Of(f)’ (29.11.24) was crafted during the challenging years of 2022-2023, a period marked by significant personal obstacles. After contracting COVID-19, he faced a prolonged battle with Long COVID (ME/CFS), which severely impacted his daily life and creative process. Despite enduring persistent fatigue, ODYLE continued to create music, albeit with great difficulty. The experience demanded perseverance, patience, and resilience, which ultimately shaped the album’s thematic superstructure and creative journey. The ambivalence of time—both its slow, arduous passage during recovery and its relentless, fleeting nature—became a central theme in the music. 

Particularly influential for his first solo project is the live jazz and hip-hop format Black Bear Basement (sax, keys, vibraphone/perc, turntables), which he founded in 2016 and with which, in addition to a sold-out tour, he was also represented at several established festivals. The band's sound concept, in which sophisticated production skills and the organic timbre of the four instruments result in fully developed beat compositions, also forms ODYLE's unique body of sound.

The album also showcases the talents of singer-songwriter fraen as well as award-winning jazz saxophonist Phillip Dornbusch and bassist Viktor Velinov, both key figures in Berlin's flourishing jazz and new soul scene.

Leon Pock has been a pivotal figure in Berlin's music scene for several years, contributing as a producer, composer, and songwriter across both German and English-speaking circles. As a pianist and musical director, he has toured extensively throughout Germany and Europe. Under his former alias beatmensch5000, Leon has released multiple albums and numerous singles, collaborating with a diverse array of artists.

Follow ODYLE
Spotify https://lnk.to/odyle_spotify
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/de/artist/odyle/1765104011
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/odyle_music	

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Produced by ODYLE.
Mixed by Phil Paruschke & ODYLE. 
Mastered by Phil Parushke.
Saxophone by Philipp Dornbusch.
Artwork and press photos by Robert Winter.

Cat No: MPM 345-1
Artist: ODYLE
Titel: Caesura

© ℗ 2024 Melting Pot Music

ODYLE - Caesura

Stream & download: https://melting-pot-music.lnk.to/timemovesslow

Berlin-based producer, composer and instrumentalist Leon Pock, formerly known as beatmensch5000, introduces his new project ODYLE. ‘Times Moves Slow’ featuring R&B singer DALEE is the second single. 

ODYLE’s upcoming debut EP ‘18 Months Of(f)’ (29.11.24) was crafted during the challenging years of 2022-2023, a period marked by significant personal obstacles. After contracting COVID-19, he faced a prolonged battle with Long COVID (ME/CFS), which severely impacted his daily life and creative process. Despite enduring persistent fatigue, ODYLE continued to create music, albeit with great difficulty. The experience demanded perseverance, patience, and resilience, which ultimately shaped the EP's thematic superstructure and creative journey. The ambivalence of time—both its slow, arduous passage during recovery and its relentless, fleeting nature—became a central theme in the music. 

Particularly influential for his first solo project is the live jazz and hip-hop format Black Bear Basement (sax, keys, vibraphone/perc, turntables), which he founded in 2016 and with which, in addition to a sold-out tour, he was also represented at several established festivals. The band's sound concept, in which sophisticated production skills and the organic timbre of the four instruments result in fully developed beat compositions, also forms ODYLE's unique body of sound.

The EP also showcases the talents of singer-songwriter fraen as well as award-winning jazz saxophonist Phillip Dornbusch and bassist Viktor Velinov, both key figures in Berlin's flourishing jazz and new soul scene.

Leon Pock has been a pivotal figure in Berlin's music scene for several years, contributing as a producer, composer, and songwriter across both German and English-speaking circles. As a pianist and musical director, he has toured extensively throughout Germany and Europe. Under his former alias beatmensch5000, Leon has released multiple albums and numerous singles, collaborating with a diverse array of artists.

Follow ODYLE
Spotify https://lnk.to/odyle_spotify
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/de/artist/odyle/1765104011
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/odyle_music	

Visit https://bio.to/mpm for the latest Melting Pot Music stuff.

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Produced by ODYLE.
Vocals by DALEE.
Mixed by Phil Paruschke & ODYLE. 
Mastered by Phil Parushke.
Bass by Viktor Velinov.
Guitar by Constantin Killian.
Saxophone by Philipp Dornbusch.
Artwork and press photos by Robert Winter.

Cat No: MPM 345-2
Artist: ODYLE & DALEE
Titel: Time Moves Slow

© ℗ 2024 Melting Pot Music

ODYLE - Time Moves Slow (feat. DALEE)

Stream & download: https://melting-pot-music.lnk.to/placebeyond

Berlin-based producer, composer and instrumentalist Leon Pock, formerly known as beatmensch5000, introduces his new project ODYLE. ‘The Place Beyond The Willows’ is the third single. 

ODYLE’s upcoming debut EP ‘18 Months Of(f)’ (29.11.24) was crafted during the challenging years of 2022-2023, a period marked by significant personal obstacles. After contracting COVID-19, he faced a prolonged battle with Long COVID (ME/CFS), which severely impacted his daily life and creative process. Despite enduring persistent fatigue, ODYLE continued to create music, albeit with great difficulty. The experience demanded perseverance, patience, and resilience, which ultimately shaped the EP's thematic superstructure and creative journey. The ambivalence of time—both its slow, arduous passage during recovery and its relentless, fleeting nature—became a central theme in the music. 

Particularly influential for his first solo project is the live jazz and hip-hop format Black Bear Basement (sax, keys, vibraphone/perc, turntables), which he founded in 2016 and with which, in addition to a sold-out tour, he was also represented at several established festivals. The band's sound concept, in which sophisticated production skills and the organic timbre of the four instruments result in fully developed beat compositions, also forms ODYLE's unique body of sound.

The EP also showcases the talents of R&B singer DALEE and singer-songwriter fraen as well as award-winning jazz saxophonist Phillip Dornbusch and bassist Viktor Velinov, both key figures in Berlin's flourishing jazz and new soul scene.

Leon Pock has been a pivotal figure in Berlin's music scene for several years, contributing as a producer, composer, and songwriter across both German and English-speaking circles. As a pianist and musical director, he has toured extensively throughout Germany and Europe. Under his former alias beatmensch5000, Leon has released multiple albums and numerous singles, collaborating with a diverse array of artists.

Follow ODYLE
Spotify https://lnk.to/odyle_spotify
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/de/artist/odyle/1765104011
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/odyle_music	

Visit https://bio.to/mpm for the latest Melting Pot Music stuff.

Follow Melting Pot Music
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Bandcamp https://meltingpotmusic.bandcamp.com
SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/mpmcgn

Produced by ODYLE.
Mixed by Phil Paruschke & ODYLE. 
Mastered by Phil Parushke.
Artwork and press photos by Robert Winter.

Cat No: MPM 345-3
Artist: ODYLE 
Titel: The Place Beyond The Willows

© ℗ 2024 Melting Pot Music

ODYLE - The Place Beyond The Willows

EAT OR GET ATE 2

No Favors (feat. Money Man)

Never Come Second

Can't Stop It

Bigg Azz Bands

Listen & Download: https://melting-pot-music.lnk.to/brainfog 

Berlin-based producer, composer and instrumentalist Leon Pock, formerly known as beatmensch5000, introduces his new project ODYLE. ‘Brain Fog’ is the fourth single. 

ODYLE’s upcoming debut EP ‘18 Months Of(f)’ (29.11.24) was crafted during the challenging years of 2022-2023, a period marked by significant personal obstacles. After contracting COVID-19, he faced a prolonged battle with Long COVID (ME/CFS), which severely impacted his daily life and creative process. Despite enduring persistent fatigue, ODYLE continued to create music, albeit with great difficulty. The experience demanded perseverance, patience, and resilience, which ultimately shaped the EP's thematic superstructure and creative journey. The ambivalence of time—both its slow, arduous passage during recovery and its relentless, fleeting nature—became a central theme in the music. 

Particularly influential for his first solo project is the live jazz and hip-hop format Black Bear Basement (sax, keys, vibraphone/perc, turntables), which he founded in 2016 and with which, in addition to a sold-out tour, he was also represented at several established festivals. The band's sound concept, in which sophisticated production skills and the organic timbre of the four instruments result in fully developed beat compositions, also forms ODYLE's unique body of sound.

The EP also showcases the talents of R&B singer DALEE and newcomer fraen as well as award-winning jazz saxophonist Phillip Dornbusch and bassist Viktor Velinov, both key figures in Berlin's flourishing jazz and new soul scene.

Leon Pock has been a pivotal figure in Berlin's music scene for several years, contributing as a producer, composer, and songwriter across both German and English-speaking circles. As a pianist and musical director, he has toured extensively throughout Germany and Europe. Under his former alias beatmensch5000, Leon has released multiple albums and numerous singles, collaborating with a diverse array of artists.

Follow ODYLE
Spotify https://lnk.to/odyle_spotify
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/de/artist/odyle/1765104011
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/odyle_music	

Visit https://bio.to/mpm for the latest Melting Pot Music stuff.

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Produced by ODYLE.
Mixed by Phil Paruschke & ODYLE. 
Mastered by Phil Parushke.
Artwork and press photos by Robert Winter.

Cat No: MPM 345-4
Artist: ODYLE 
Titel: Brain Fog

© ℗ 2024 Melting Pot Music

ODYLE - Brain Fog

Lustropolis

HBTS (Haven't Been The Same)

Enrique Jimenez aka @bigpack (@housesaladmusic) is an incredibly brilliant dj and music expert. He will present you the latest outstanding house tracks every 8 weeks. Radio on.

Big Pack - RE - Underground Stories 18

Tracklist:

01 ICTV - Morning Dew [House Puff]
02 ICTV - Soft Air [Talkbox Recordings]
03 brunch.wav - Forgotten Past [Lisztomania Records]
04 brunch.wav - Submerged [Lisztomania Records]
05 Anoesis - Polybius [Cyphon Recordings]
06 Nanky Nimbo - Peony [Bobby Donny]
07 ICTV, DimSum - Jacuzzi Days [House Puff]
08 Justnique - Elevator Music (Scruscru Remix) [Blur Records]
09 ICTV - Hit The Floor [Limited White Label]
10 Fizzikx - Lovin You [Vibe n Soul Music]
11 Stogov - Walking Wide [Lisztomania Records]
12 Jack District - It's Not Easy [Lisztomania Records]
13 Fizzikx - Deep Ride [Vibe n Soul Music]
14 Ralph Session - You Are Here [Slothboogie]
15 Francesco Panettone - Jam (Deeleegenz Remix) [Black Pattern Records]
16 Nanky Nimbo - Twilight [Bobby Donny]
17 Frits Wentink - Ambassador [WOLF]
18 Craftsmanship - Space Travel [Mole Music]
19 Christopher Rau - Thank you feat. Taiko Saito [Smallville]
20 Crackazat - Can’t Blame A Soul (Mana’s Dub) [Stay True Sounds]
21 Kilogram - Tellin' Lies [House Salad Music]
22 Deenamic - Running [MATE Records]
23 Anil Aras - Shy Time [PIV Records]
24 Pintauro Brothers - Mixed Emotion [Anxiety Therapy]
25 Frits Wentink - About You [WOLF]
26 Nanky Nimbo - Sun Child [Bobby Donny]
27 Scruscru, Henna Onna - Drifting [Limited White Label]
28 Prince Ivyson - Crystal Eyes [4th Set Records]
29 ZAV, Jesse Bru - Soul (Scott Diaz Dub) [House Of Groove]
30 Manuel Kane - Give It to Me (Prince Ivyson Remix) [Plastik People]
31 IMGADSDEN - Feelin Free [Plastik People]

Radio

RE - UNDERGROUND STORIES EP 18 by BIG PACK

Stream & download: https://melting-pot-music.lnk.to/betterdays

Berlin-based producer, composer and instrumentalist Leon Pock, formerly known as beatmensch5000, introduces his new project ODYLE. ‘Better Days’ featuring newcomer fraen is the fifth single. 

ODYLE’s upcoming debut EP ‘18 Months Of(f)’ (29.11.24) was crafted during the challenging years of 2022-2023, a period marked by significant personal obstacles. After contracting COVID-19, he faced a prolonged battle with Long COVID (ME/CFS), which severely impacted his daily life and creative process. Despite enduring persistent fatigue, ODYLE continued to create music, albeit with great difficulty. The experience demanded perseverance, patience, and resilience, which ultimately shaped the EP's thematic superstructure and creative journey. The ambivalence of time—both its slow, arduous passage during recovery and its relentless, fleeting nature—became a central theme in the music. 

Particularly influential for his first solo project is the live jazz and hip-hop format Black Bear Basement (sax, keys, vibraphone/perc, turntables), which he founded in 2016 and with which, in addition to a sold-out tour, he was also represented at several established festivals. The band's sound concept, in which sophisticated production skills and the organic timbre of the four instruments result in fully developed beat compositions, also forms ODYLE's unique body of sound.

The EP also showcases the talents of R&B singer DALEE as well as award-winning jazz saxophonist Phillip Dornbusch and bassist Viktor Velinov, both key figures in Berlin's flourishing jazz and new soul scene.

Leon Pock has been a pivotal figure in Berlin's music scene for several years, contributing as a producer, composer, and songwriter across both German and English-speaking circles. As a pianist and musical director, he has toured extensively throughout Germany and Europe. Under his former alias beatmensch5000, Leon has released multiple albums and numerous singles, collaborating with a diverse array of artists.

Follow ODYLE
Spotify https://lnk.to/odyle_spotify
Apple Music https://music.apple.com/de/artist/odyle/1765104011
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/odyle_music	

Visit https://bio.to/mpm for the latest Melting Pot Music stuff.

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Produced by ODYLE.
Vocals by fraen.
Mixed by Phil Paruschke & ODYLE. 
Mastered by Phil Parushke.
Saxophone by Philipp Dornbusch.
Bass by Viktor Velinov.
Guitar by Constantin Killian.
Artwork and press photos by Robert Winter.

Cat No: MPM 345-5
Artist: ODYLE 
Titel: Better Days

© ℗ 2024 Melting Pot Music

ODYLE - Better Days (feat. fraen)

FIELDNOTES: COMPLETE

Winter Sun

Made this one with the greatest in mind, he's responsible for so much of what we do. I know Dilla tributes are kinda played out but making music is how I express myself and honor his memory. Enjoy!

One for JD [180]

"Well, here goes... Magnesium Opium. Finally. There has been a considerable amount of folklore amongst longtime fans surrounding this album: “Was it ever completed?”; “why was it never released?”; “what's the story behind the title?”—that kind of talk. 

Let’s take a sec to look back: the early 2000s were an incredibly industrious time for myself and my peers in music. We had big rap dreams, busy schedules and bountiful ideas—all amidst what some would consider to be the “last big hurrah” of the music industry as we knew it. 

As for the nowfolk album, Ishkan and I had been recording music under the group, Moniker, since the mid-late nineties and had released two albums already: Style Gangstas (1999) and The Moon (2001). During the late fall of 2001, we hastily launched into a project called The Winter. We ended up shelving it, and at the start of 2002, decided to work on something we felt would be more substantial (a more updated nowfolk project, if you will). We worked on the album incrementally from January 2002 until June 2003. Around June, I had a conversation with a fan who told me of a crazy dream he had involving finding a “lost nowfolk album,” and in the dream he recalled the album being called Magnesium Opium. I told Ish about the dream, and we unanimously decided use it for the title. 

It's kind of amazing that we didn't have a real album title until the project was wrapped. That's unusual. As I mentioned previously, it was a very busy time and between my solo work and touring with my main group—I was swamped. 

At the end of June, my Adat recording system was destroyed virtually stranding the nowfolk album from being mixed and released along with many other solo projects. I know I've brought this up countless times, but it has to be rehashed to accurately tell the story. 

Anyway, all I had were very rough mixes on cassette and cd of “mag op”. I acquired new recording equipment and really didn't look back from that point plus Ish moved to Victoria in the fall of 200,3 and it ultimately slowed our nowfolk aspirations to a near standstill for years. When I finally acquired a replacement Adat lx20 unit a couple years ago, I began to unearth and mix mag op using my rough tape mixes as reference. Then, I reassembled the album chronologically in the exact order that we had recorded the songs. 

Now that URBNET has granted me the opportunity to release an album monthly for 2016, I knew that it was the perfect time to bring Magnesium Opium to the world. 

~~ Moka. February 15th, 2016. 

Nowfolk (Moka Only & Ishkan) - Put It On [from the album Magnesium Opium - 2003]

Live From Space

In The Morning (feat. Thundercat & Syd)

Player Profile Ep

Silent Treatment

Pinder - Silent Treatment

The legendary combo of Randall and GQ at their best. 
AWOL, 1994, Volume 2. 
Volume 1 here https://soundcloud.com/selectabwoy/randallmc-gq-awol-live-in-london-volume-1-may-1994?in=selectabwoy/sets/various-jungle-drum-bass-mixes
Big shout to Phil hardscore for the tracklist. Download this, and loads more AWOL sets at https://www.hardscore.com/?p=1543

Cool Hand Flex – Must Feel – De Underground
Shades of Rhythm – Peace Sign (Ray Keith & Nookie Remix) – Labello Blanco
Alex Reece – Basic Principles – Metalheadz
Tom & Jerry – Maxi(Mun) Style (Remix) – Tom & Jerry
Dillinja – Angels Fell – Metalheadz
Funky T – Roll It – Saigon
DJ Nut Nut – Special Dedication – Hardstep
A-Sides – Murder (Time To Get Busy Mix) - Strictly Underground
Dead Dred – Dred Bass (Origin Unknown Remix) – Moving Shadow
Roni Size & DJ Die – Music Box – Full Circle
Fallen Angels – Hello Lover (DJ Hype Remix) – IQ
Roni Size – Timestretch (’93 Remix) – V Recordings
Hopa & Bones – Ali Ba-Ba – In Touch
Dillinja – Warrior – Logic Productions
Cool Hand Flex – Rude Boy – De Underground
Roni Size – Phizical – V Recordings
Dream Team – Yeah Man – Joker
Krome & Time – The Licence – Tearin Vinyl
Code 071 – A London Sumtin’ (Tek 9 remix) – Reinforced
Renegade – Terrorist (Grooverider Hardstep Remix) – Moving Shadow

Randall/MC GQ: AWOL Live in London Volume 2 (1994)

MAC MILLER - ALL SINGLES, FEATURES & FREESTYLES

Thats Love (ft. 9th Wonder, Heather Victoria)

Politics of Greed ft. Kromanauts
by Omegaman
FKX131 - Fort Knox Recordings

Out Worldwide Friday August 14th, 2020:
https://orcd.co/politicsofgreed

“Caught with your hands in the cookie jar, and now you wanna go and start a war”. As if 2020 hasn't been challenging enough, all over the globe the Politics of Greed are all too common, on every continent. It's time to stand up to these corrupt politicians whose agendas are dictated by pharmacological and petrochemical corporations, and the military-industrial complex they serve. Enough is enough!

Australian producer Omegaman has teamed up with the Kromanauts of Washington, DC to create a timely protest anthem. The message is delivered via a funky reggae tune built with fat, punchy drums that really set the pace. Omegaman himself laid down a dubby bass-line, which Marty Fabok of Allniters & Ozskas augments nicely with his skankin' guitars. Enter the Kromanauts, and up first is Kush el-Amin who adds more fresh guitar chords and licks. And of course there's Kanjia Kroma aka Juku, who adds his piercing lyrics and smooth flow to round out the track.

Included with the release is a steppin' drum'n'bass remix by Bristol based producer Waggles, and its just perfect! Precise drum programming is joined by booming basslines that roll out for the duration of the track. The uptempo d&b vibes are perfect for Juku's vocals, and the result is a firing ragga jungle tune that will do damage to any dancefloor. Instrumentals of both tracks are also included.

“The time is now to stand up and fight back against the systematic corruption in our governments. To stare down and call out the face of hypocrisy, lies and greed. Once and for all….”

Artwork by Peter Metro of MetroCo

What the DJs have to say:

"Vibes all the way!" - Barry Ashworth of The Dub Pistols

"Hot!" - All Good Funk Alliance

"Good Waggles Remix!" - Quincy Jointz

"Good message guys, nice one." - Stickybuds

"What a twist on the Waggles remix, let alone that lovely original too! Perfect release!" - DJ Clairvo

"Lovely new track by Omegaman- the Waggles Remix is on "repeat" at the moment! Cool track!" - Shantisan

"An aptly timed and meaningful track that's good as well." - Pecoe

"Awesome reggae vibes!" - Busta

"Very cool drum n bass remix, TOP!" - Freethinker Funk Essence

"Perfect summer grooves" - Liza DJ

"Summer time jams! Loving it." - D*Funk

Omegaman | Politics of Greed ft. Kromanauts

To celebrate five years since Shika Shika was founded in 2015, the border-crossing organic-electronic collective today releases “Shika Shika 5 Years” - a celebratory double vinyl. The album features a selection of the label’s most-loved tracks on vinyl for the first time such as Yeahman’s summer anthem “Miniyamba”, History of Colour’s classic “Cinder” alongside music by Egyptian singer Dina al Wedidi, German duo JAJA and Sh Sh founders Barrio Lindo and El Buho.

Since 2015 the artist-first label has released music by over 60 artists from 34 countries, including 10 vinyl records and one crowdfunder. It has also created a globally connected community of fans and artists united by the concept of music without borders. The label has made a name for itself for highlighting musical migrations: sounds that mix together cultural influences, tradition with modernity or electronica with organic and natural sounds.

Available on limited edition clear double vinyl & limited edition black double vinyl.

REMASTERED SHIKA SHIKA CLASSICS
2015 - 2020

Spaniol - Moinho Feat. Everson Anderson

Dj and production duo Ancient Astronauts have announced the release of their latest single, ‘Photoshop Reality feat. BANTU’ on the 27th of November. The single is taken from their groundbreaking Afro-European album ZIK ZAK, which will be released on the 22nd of January 2021 via Switchstance Recordings and features a variety of rising African musicians. The album was preceded by the noteworthy Kampala Fire EP. BANTU is a 13-piece award-winning band based in Lagos, Nigeria. Lead by Ade Bantu, they have won the Kora Awards for Best Group West Africa and Best Group Africa and have received support from The Guardian and Music In Africa.

BANTU pride themselves in striving to create critical social commentary with their music, sending messages via music and inspiring people around the globe. Leader of the band, Ade Bantu’s lyrics focus on the entrapment of minds within social media and how the platforms can distort our perceptions of reality. Deep, masculine vocals dominate the single, however light and modern production style prevent them from overwhelming the listener - instead entrancing them into a rhythmic joyousness. 

Speaking of the single, Ancient Astronauts tell us: “Our music always had a serious and conscious touch to it cause we believe that music can, and should, have a positive and thought-provoking effect. Ade´s lyrics in ‘Photoshop Reality’ really nail it when you think about today´s situation when it comes to social media, and Instagram in special. People trying to act like they made it, presenting themselves in the best way they can, overplaying reality, photoshoping not only their photos but their existence. It became a world of boasting and pretending things that don´t match reality. It feels as if people wanna escape reality through social media and luxury goods cause reality is too harsh for them. But then they don´t find their way back to reality. So they live in that Photoshop Reality.”

ZIK ZAK

Photoshop Reality

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Ancient Astronauts - Photoshop Reality Feat. BANTU

Release Infos :
El Gato Negro '' Ouvre la Porte '' Remix Album
Release coming on : 27/11/2020
Cover art by Mateo Wall Painter
mateowallpainter.com/

In Mazunte, January 8, 2018. During a getaway on the Mexican Pacific coast, El Gato Negro, the eternal adventurer, meets a new fortune friend, Don Mescal, another traveler of modern times and co-founder of Montreal label Cosmovision records. During a Mayan ceremony, Don Mescal is struck by a cosmic illumination: he hears, embraces and feels the feline entities coming from the sky… At dawn, he understands that the album remix of the exotic black cat had to come to life.
Back in Quebec and to reality, Mescal quickly opens his doors to bring together the greatest gurus of the world-tropical scene. To orchestrate his vision, he welcomes artists from Argentina, Canada, Venezuela, Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Guatemala, under the benevolent eye of Guts.

➤ Follow & Support:

☼ El Gato Negro
@el-gato-negro-tropical
Insta: www.instagram.com/elgatonegrotropical/
FB: www.facebook.com/gatonegrotropical/

☼ Cosmovision
SC : @cosmovisionrecords
BC : cosmovisionrecords.bandcamp.com/
FB: facebook.com/cosmovisionrecords
IG: instagram.com/cosmovisionrecords
⋘ ────── ∗ ⋅◈⋅ ∗ ────── ⋙

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El Gato Negro  - El Tiempo Pasa (Guasa Guarriors Remix)

On the precipice of the 2020 presidential election, New Orleans’ funk ensemble Dumpstaphunk released “Justice 2020 featuring Chali 2na and Trombone Shorty,” the second single off their forthcoming album Where Do We Go From Here. “Justice 2020” is a new version of the group’s previous single “Justice,” which was released after the 2016 presidential election and became an unofficial anthem of the social justice movement.

Where Do We Go From Here

Justice 2020

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Justice 2020 (feat. Chali 2na & Trombone Shorty)

Melting Pot Music is a record label from Cologne, Germany. We like beats, rap, jazz, & soul music.

ODYLE - Better Days (feat. fraen)

MPMCGN