Produced by Conor Albert
Written by Sipprell, David Thornton, Conor Albert
Mixed by Dean James Barratt

Ruins

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Jerk - 27

Changes

Goodbye

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Second Release: “Intersecting Souls: The Harmony of Love's Regret and Forgiveness by Nao Yoshioka and Big State”
This season, the eagerly awaited second lead single from Nao Yoshioka’s upcoming album is unveiled. A collaboration with Big State, known for his deep and buttery voice from US New Jersey, has come to life through an online session that spanned continents. Drawing inspiration from their personal love experiences, this piece starts with the emotion of “regret” from Big State and blends with the “forgiveness” introduced by Nao Yoshioka. The story unfolds a tapestry where deep desires and sincere love intersect, depicting a rejuvenated love overcoming past mistakes, the beauty of simple moments, and the anticipation for the future.
Raised in the church, Big State acquired various musical skills from a young age, guided by the advice of Queen Latifah. Now, as an emerging artist gaining attention in social media and the music industry, his timeless sound inspires people across generations. The mixing and mastering of this track were handled by LA’s top engineer, Sam Brawner, known for his work with Anderson Paak., Mac Ayres, Moonchild, and Devin Morrison.

[Credits]
Lyrics: Nao Yoshioka, Big State
Produced by: Big State
Mixed & Mastered by: Sam Brawner, Blue Dream Studios

A&R: Michael Harris
Label Director: Yohei Nishii
Executive Producer: Naoki Yamanouchi

[Bio]
A contemporary soul singer with a powerful voice and expressive skills refined in New York, this artist blends a modern taste distinct from a laid-back style yet deeply rooted in history. Born in Japan and having moved to New York alone, Nao’s encounter with soul music led to a pivotal moment where her heart synchronized with the Sam Cooke classic, inspiring her to create music that resonates deeply with people’s emotions. Despite being Japanese, she has a soulful voice reminiscent of Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston, combined with a strength of character forged through life experiences as an outsider and overcoming adversities. Nao’s impressive live vocal performances have achieved over 3.4 million views on a now-viral YouTube video. She has performed solo at prestigious venues like Blue Note New York and London Jazz Cafe. She has participated in major festivals like the Java Jazz Festival in Asia and the Capital Jazz Fest in the USA, making a mark internationally. Nao is the first Japanese artist to reach the 32nd spot on the Billboard UAC chart. Her collaborations with veteran artists like John Batiste, Nathan East, Eric Roberson, and Mamas Gun have garnered strong support, and she’s also worked with rising artists like Devin Morrison and Blue Lab Beats. In 2024, the release of her highly anticipated 5th album and a world tour are eagerly awaited.

Knock on Your Door

Recorded as part of a four-day session at Berlin’s Brewery Studios with a cast of close collaborators from both Budapest and Berlin’s vibrant jazz scenes, Destruction Everywhere marks the beginning of a new chapter for Àbáse.

The track features Ziggy Zeitgeist (30/70) on drums, Ori Jacobson on saxophone, flautist Fanni Zahár, Andras Koroknay on bass and Ghanaian percussionist Eric Owusu. The release brings in an era of partnership with Analogue Foundation, who are dedicated to preserving and furthering analogue creation via record releases, international events, and activities at its recording studio and hi-fi listening bar. The Foundation is headed up by Grammy-winning New York City recording and mixing engineer Russel Elvado, Soundwalk Collective, and Berlin recording and mix engineer Erik Breuer.
credits
released March 28, 2024
Fanni Zahár - flute
Ori Jacobson - sax
Eric Owusu Sunday - congas, bongo
Szabolcs Bognár - Rhodes, Roland SH2000, clave
András Koroknay - bass
Ziggy Zeitgeist - drums

Written by Szabolcs Bognár

Recorded and mixed by Erik Breuer at Brewery Studios, Berlin
Assistant engineers: Rhea Sodemann, Heinrich Matis
Mastered at The Carvery Studio, London by Frank Merritt
Cover design and layout by Mark Fridvaszki

Oshu Records x Bridge The Gap x Analogue Foundation

Supported by Initiative Musik gGmbH with project funds from the Federal Government Commissioner for Culture and Media.

Destruction Everywhere

Moonlight

To celebrate Canadian R&B singer Ariel's signing with Mello Music Group, Ariel is releasing her first single, “Something Amazing,” since her debut EP, Symfonia, in 2023. Produced by Relyae, the track’s warm synths and laid-back guitar riffs call back to the sounds of 90s R&B. Laced with Ariel’s lush vocals, she looks to find the magic in the everyday moments of a relationship as she sings, “Forget about the right time / Cause’ baby this is our time / You’re feeling like my lifeline / Came in and let the sunshine in.”

“For ‘Something Amazing,’ I was listening to a lot of Lucy Pearl, SAULT, and Moonchild at the time. I wanted a super sunny and warm sound. Relyae nailed it. I always wanted to write a love song about the time after you fall in love, that calm, complete feeling you get when you really trust and connect with someone. When you can find magic in the mundane stuff it's pretty amazing.” - Ariel

Ariel crafts a sound that feels both familiar and new, like a lush and breezy confetti of imminent nostalgia. Her 2023 debut EP, Symfonia, has garnered over one million streams to date, airplay on BBC Radio 1, and a co-sign from music critic Anthony Fantano. Having just signed to Mello Music Group, Ariel has leaped into a new stage of her rising career that promises more music, starting with the release of her new single “Something Amazing.”

Somethng Amazing

Something Amazing

Vinyl 45

Ariel - Something Amazing

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The Resonance of Cross-Culture Arising from a Deep Musical Connection
The Passion Embedded in “My Love” by Nao Yoshioka and Jarreau Vandal
The collaboration between Nao Yoshioka and Jarreau Vandal under the title “My Love” is born from the deep connection between two artists united by the universal language of music. Jarreau’s uniqueness and diversity, reflecting influences from gospel, soul, jazz, to house, deeply resonate with Nao Yoshioka’s sensibilities, merging with her delicate and passionate vocal performance. Jarreau, known for his edits and remixes of hits like Rihanna’s “Work,” Dua Lipa’s “New Love,” and Mahalia’s “Sober,” plays a central role in this project as well.
This collaboration began when Nao listened to Jarreau’s album “Anthology” and took note of his musical sense. Triggered by interactions on social media, Nao was introduced to outstanding musicians by Jarreau, leading to shared deep bonds over not just music but also a strong interest in fashion, as they took turns guiding each other through the streets of Tokyo and Amsterdam. This natural exchange evolved into a joint creative effort.
“My Love” is produced by Jarreau, inspired by his expressions of love for his child, prompting Nao to write and compose the song around the theme of how love can transform life. The track features unique rhythms and percussion reminiscent of Caribbean and Afrobeat styles, overlaid with heart-stirring melodies. For Nao, this song represents an unprecedented challenge, breaking through genre barriers and pushing her musical boundaries.
“My Love” reflects the genuine rapport and mutual respect developed between the two artists through real-life interactions and music following the pandemic. This song, born from the collaboration between Nao and Jarreau, promises to convey love and vitality to its listeners, introducing a fresh breeze into the music industry.

[Bio] 
A contemporary soul singer with a powerful voice and expressive skills refined in New York, this artist blends a modern taste distinct from a laid-back style yet deeply rooted in history. Born in Japan and having moved to New York alone, Nao’s encounter with soul music led to a pivotal moment where her heart synchronized with the Sam Cooke classic, inspiring her to create music that resonates deeply with people’s emotions. Despite being Japanese, she has a soulful voice reminiscent of Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston, combined with a strength of character forged through life experiences as an outsider and overcoming adversities. Nao’s impressive live vocal performances have achieved over 3.4 million views on a now-viral YouTube video. She has performed solo at prestigious venues like Blue Note New York and London Jazz Cafe. She has participated in major festivals like the Java Jazz Festival in Asia and the Capital Jazz Fest in the USA, making a mark internationally. Nao is the first Japanese artist to reach the 32nd spot on the Billboard UAC chart. Her collaborations with veteran artists like John Batiste, Nathan East, Eric Roberson, and Mamas Gun have garnered strong support, and she’s also worked with rising artists like Devin Morrison and Blue Lab Beats. In 2024, the release of her highly anticipated 5th album and a world tour are eagerly awaited.

My Love feat. Jarreau Vandal

Heartbeat

The Loop

State of Mind

Tokyo ✈️  New York, Soul Singer • New single "Let It Flow" out Feb. 9th!

The track is produced by Musicman Ty, a notable figure in New York known for his work on Alicia Keys’ and Snoop Dogg’s projects. The collaboration between Nao and Musicman Ty on “Let It Flow” centers around themes of love and freedom. The lyrics metaphorically use constellations and waves to depict harmony with nature beautifully. The hook, “Love is a constant flow,” symbolizes the eternal continuation of love, conveying a positive and liberating message. The rhythmic and pleasant melody aims to provide hope to those who have overcome the challenges of the pandemic, introducing new perspectives and values.

Nao Yoshioka
A contemporary soul singer with a powerful voice and expressive skills refined in New York, this artist blends a modern taste distinct from a laid-back style yet deeply rooted in history. Born in Japan and having moved to New York alone, Nao’s encounter with soul music led to a pivotal moment where her heart synchronized with the Sam Cooke classic, inspiring her to create music that resonates deeply with people’s emotions. Despite being Japanese, she has a soulful voice reminiscent of Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston, combined with a strength of character forged through life experiences as an outsider and overcoming adversities.
Nao’s impressive live vocal performances have achieved over 3.4 million views on a now-viral YouTube video. She has performed solo at prestigious venues like Blue Note New York and London Jazz Cafe. She has participated in major festivals like the Java Jazz Festival in Asia and the Capital Jazz Fest in the USA, making a mark internationally.
Nao is the first Japanese artist to reach the 32nd spot on the Billboard UAC chart. Her collaborations with veteran artists like John Batiste, Nathan East, Eric Roberson, and Mamas Gun have garnered strong support, and she’s also worked with rising artists like Devin Morrison and Blue Lab Beats. In 2024, the release of her highly anticipated 5th album and a world tour are eagerly awaited.

My Love feat. Jarreau Vandal

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