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GOkU, aka Glasgow-based artist, producer and multi-instrumentalist Daniel Ashton, is set to return with a brand new self-released EP of cosmic jazz and psychedelic, named ‘Evolution Practice’, following his 2023 debut album for Worm Discs. We are pleased to host the video premiere of “GOkUFunk”.

‘Evolution Practice’ marks a new chapter in the ongoing story of GOkU, an artist whose work draws inspiration from the Monkey King, a figure adapted from the Taoist classic 'Journey to the West'. 

Recorded in Glasgow during the early months of 2024, this EP takes a more introspective and pared-down approach compared to the expansive jazz ensemble of GOkU’s previous album, '11:11'. 

The project blends elements of spiritual jazz, Latin rhythms, and hip-hop, while also exploring ambient sounds. Despite the shift in tone, the EP retains GOkU's signature blend of playful energy and thoughtful introspection.

‘Evolution Practice’ delves into new recording techniques and highlights various themes emerging from improvisations. It represents the ongoing refinement of GOkU's personal approach to music-making.

The EP features some of Glasgow’s leading musicians, namely Norman Villeroux (bass), Ben Vardi (congas), and Alex Palmer and Finn Rosenbaum (drums). All other instruments are played by GOkU, his principal instruments being flute and guitar. 

Released Aug 21. Head to our website to see the exclusive video premiere in full.

Evolution Practice

video premiere

MIMS Premiere: GOkU "GOkUFunk"

With this year's fundraiser compilation, we would like to raise some money for the Bärenherz children's hospice here in Leipzig (www.baerenherz-leipzig.de).
This institution receives no state aid and is therefore dependent on donations.

Once again, many old friends and new faces - local and around the globe - have come together to bridge the gap between Neo-Soul, Hiphop, Synthiepop, Dub, Modern Funk, Breaks, Electro and House.

If you would like to support us, it would mean the world to us: be it a shoutout on your radio show, placement in your DJ charts or simply a short feedback would help us a lot.

The compilation will be released on September, 9th and can be pre-ordered via https://blaqnumbers.bandcamp.com/album/va-feels-like-home-fundraiser-for-our-local-children-hospice

Many thanks to you all,
Matthias

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A1. Spindyrella - Sinnlös
A2. Imaginary Friend feat. Riah Knight - Sugar
A3. Karya - Zevas Cosmos
A4. High Park Funk - Shades On
A5. Ranko - Escalator Eyes (Cuts by DJ Juicy)
A6. Brett Eclectic - Keep Goin' (Don't U Ever Stop)
A7. Marcel Vogel & Tim Jules feat. Mey - Reset Your Heart
A8. Duktus feat. Host Junior - Music
A9. ILLWIG - Together
A10. George John - A Passing Storm
A11. Drunkenstein - Hollywood Boulevard
A12. Sempra - Clairvoyant Dub

B1. Filburt - Under 1000 Plays
B2. Real Velour - Who You Are
B3. The Chord Memory Club x HERON - L.T.G.O.
B4. Moff & Tarkin - Halifax
B5. Lavan - Bring It Back
B6. Jetson G - Bleep Express
B7. Zacharias - Pretend To Be Active
B8. Shesokey - Close Your Eyes
B9. Jana Falcon - Cum Over
B10. DJ Detox & Robyrt Hecht - Mi Casa
B11. Marco Lazovic - I Never Forget U
B12. Hearts - Elotranc (Rebirth)

PREMIERE: Duktus Feat. Host Junior - Music [blaq numbers]

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DC Promo Tracks #1480: "When The Night Falls" by Personal System 個人システム is part of the release "Distant Paradise" on Dream Chimney
 
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DC Promo Tracks: Personal System 個人システム "When The Night Falls"

KAT-TET’s first and only album, WOMEN, originally released in 1985, is a rare gem that blends the vibrant rhythms of West Indian jazz with Caribbean influences. 

Led by pianist Patrick Jean-Marie, the group fuses jazz with Biguines, jazz-funk, and Gwoka, creating a groundbreaking sound that captures the essence of Guadeloupe’s rich musical heritage. This long-awaited reissue by Symbole Records, set for vinyl release on October 25, brings this holy grail of jazz back to life.

As part of Patrick Jean-Marie's legacy, WOMEN showcases the free-spirited nature of his work. Symbole Records founder  DJ Mambo Chick is planning to record new tracks with Jean-Marie and his band, slated for release in 2025. 

For an exclusive preview, you can listen to one of the tracks from WOMEN, the opening composition “Nikita".

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Exclusive Premiere: KAT-TET "Nikita" (Forthcoming on Symbole Records)

Format: vinyl/digital
Writers and producers: Myazisto

The Grove

A year after the success of The Wellness Project by Bopperson & Bikbaye, +33JOY returns with a fresh remix treatment, bringing four UK-based tracks to the dancefloor. The Wellness Remixes is a stellar collection that includes contributions from some of the best in the UK underground scene: film and TV music maestro Frankson, legendary London-based producer K15, and Brighton’s own Titeknots.

Music Is My Sanctuary is proud to exclusively present the remix by Michael J. Blood, a mysterious producer wbeen making his mark on the scene this year with a slew of cutting-edge mixtapes and EPs. For this release, he’s delivered a hypnotic banger of a remix, clocking in at nearly 15 minutes. Enjoy!

The Wellness Remixes

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Exclusive Premiere: Bopperson & Bikabaye "Who Are You?" (Michael J Blood Message Mix)

I made this as the end of an album dedicated to Nujabes, a man whose legacy lives on through the artists he inspires even over a decade after he left us.

Just As It Was Intended

Pre-order - https://k15music.bandcamp.com/album/moments
Release Date - March 9th 2018

'Unison' is taken from  the new record by Culross Close entitled 'Moments'. We are all heavily distracted and struggle to exist in the moments we have, instead we focus our efforts on editing our ideas and ourselves in a chase to cultivate something 'perfect'. Moments matter, whether they be filled with joy, creativity or grief and engaging with music is a perfect way to exist in the moment.


Culross Close are:
Bass - Eli Emmanuel
Keys - Anthony Kieron
Drums - May Goode
Synthesizers - Nathaniel Jiddu
Percussion & Incense - Hasani

Artwork by Melanie Hicks

Moments

Culross Close - Unison

https://kylehall.bandcamp.com/album/equanimity
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Wild Oats proudly present the new EP from Kyle Hall entitled “Equanimity”. This release marks the 10 year anniversary of Wild Oats and its only fitting that we celebrate with a release from the label boss himself on tonight's full moon. Along with the engineering treatment from “Chicago's very own" (C.V.O.) deep house legend, Glenn Underground, "Equanimity" takes on a new foundational sound and assembly that inspires some philosophical thoughts below:

Katastematic Pleasure is the epicurean philosophical concept that the magnitude of pleasure reaches its limit at the removal of all pain. In a sonic sense, this connects to the idea of subtractive equalization or the removal of unpleasant frequencies i.e. taking away the part of the sound you don’t enjoy as much, in turn, leaving the pleasurable parts of the sound intact. Katestematic pleasure is about creating cleanliness and clarity in your life so that your experience is pleasurable by simply the virtue of being.

Solar/Lunar Duality: The Vinyl EP is divided into two planetary bodies. Side A — The “Solar Side” and Side B — “The Lunar” Side. The Sun is represents principally the radiant nature of Masculine energy. The Sun's energy is one that is self generating and everlasting as long as its shining all that receives its rays will continue its growth and abundance. The Moon represents the nature of receptivity the feminine principle which captures the light energy of the sun and reflects it back and governs our physical natural cycles and tides of the waters both internally and externally. The cycles of the moon when we decide to to be attentive to its influence we start to know when to retreat when to rest , when to repair our selves and intuitively when to bloom express our vivaciousness and attract things to ourselves.

Track list:
Solar Side A1: Katastematic Pleasure 
Solar side A2: 4wrd Motion 
Lunar Side B1: No More Moon 
Lunar Side B2: Ghosten 4 A Second X

Music Written, Played, and Produced by Kyle Julian Hall at The Crystal Palace
"Katastematic Pleasure" Mix Engineered and Mastered by Glenn Underground (Gorilla Oven Studios)
"No More Moon" Mixed by Todd Fairall  (Studio A) 
Mastered by Beau Thomas @ (Ten Eight Seven)
Art Direction and Illustration by Michio James
Notes and Thoughts by Kyle J Hall
Published by KMFH Music Works BMI

Equanimity

Kyle Hall - Katastematic Pleasure - Equanimity EP - WOKH02

Future Classics & Forgotten Treasures — Selections for the Adventurous Music Listener (Founded in 2007 by Lexis)

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Music Is My Sanctuary

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