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Synths Back - his new EP is coming on Emerald & Doreen soon!

Abhishek Chanda, revered as Synths Back, is a DJ and electronic music producer whose origins lie in the secluded Andaman Islands. Synths Back is an alchemist of sound, deftly blending the nostalgic resonance of vintage synthesizers, the pulsating allure of Italo Disco, and the primordial cadence of Afro-inspired rhythms into a singular auditory experience that defies the limitations of genre.
The year 2018 heralded a transformative epoch in Synths sonic journey with the release of his seminal single, "Luna." This composition was a sonic odyssey that crystallized his artistic vision and unveiled a unique auditory lexicon to the world. "Luna" serves as a celestial map, guiding listeners through a cosmos where analog warmth meets the kinetic energy of dance floors, and ancient rhythms coalesce with the digital future.
In 2021, Synths achieved a significant breakthrough with the release of his downtempo EP, Kioku, on the esteemed Krunk Kulture label. This work resonated deeply within the electronic music community, garnering critical acclaim from influential publications such as Mixmag, Rolling Stone, and Official Humans of Music. The EP not only amplified his visibility but also firmly established his presence as a formidable force within the contemporary music scene.
Beyond the confines of the studio, Synths has brought his sonic vision to life on stage at prominent events, including India Cocktail Week in 2022 and Gin Sling in 2020. Abhishek is deeply committed not only to refining his own artistic voice but also to fostering the next generation of musical talent. His dedication to teaching aspiring DJs and producers is driven by a desire to impart the cultural and aesthetic intricacies of his unique musical style, ensuring that his legacy endures through those he mentors.
Synths Back journey is further enriched by the diverse array of artists with whom he has shared the stage. His collaborations and performances alongside luminaries such as Jitwam (The Jazz Diaries & ROYA), Horse Meat Disco (Z Records), Henry Wu, Maribou State, LIFAFA, Mo Black, FDVM, Chancha Via Circuito (ZZK Records), Thee J Johanz (Ballyhoo Records), Pablo Valentino (MCDE & Faces Records), and French Toast, among others, highlight the eclectic influences that have shaped his sonic narrative. Each collaboration and live performance weaves another thread into the intricate tapestry of Synths Back’s evolving musical journey, further solidifying his role as a visionary in the electronic music landscape.


Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/synthsback/
Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/synthsback
Mixcloud : https://www.mixcloud.com/synthsback/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/Synthsback/
Spotify: https://www.shorturl.at/cfhMQ

Worldwide FM Guest Mix / Krunk Guest Mix / Maucast Guest mix

Booking : mikey@junketmgmt.com
For Music : synthsback@gmail.com


SPÆCIAL PREMIERE: Synths Back - Rinse & Repeat [Emerald & Doreen]

5013 funky

In The Slot

Drop It in the Slot

Midnight Rider

The Hook and Sling

The Hook & Sling (Vocal Mix)

Undercover Mixtape

Melting Pot

Rides Through The Morning

Ikebe Shakedown

No Name Bar

If you collect vintage 70's soul-jazz vinyl, there is a good chance that you already own a record that features the amazing vocal talents of Dee Dee Bridgewater. Whether it be Roy Ayers, Norman Connors, Billy Parker or Carlos Garnett - Dee Dee is the glue that fuses these artists together.

Although best known for her jazz work, Dee Dee has had a wonderfully rich and varied career encompassing soul, musicals, gospel, and underground disco from the 70’s to the present day. She is still active as a vocalist, composer, and producer and remains one of our favourite vocalists at Mr Bongo HQ.

We take things back to the early years of Dee Dee's career with her debut album 'Afro Blue'. Recorded in Tokyo in 1974, the album was released exclusively in Japan via two different Japanese labels (Trio Records in 1974 and All Art in 1985 respectively). Each release had unique cover art and we have opted to present the album in its original 1974 form.

'Afro Blue' features an exquisite collaboration of American and Japanese musicians, such as Cecil & Ron Bridgewater, Motohiko Hino and producer Takao Ishizuka.

The result is a sublime deep soul-jazz masterpiece with timeless versions of 'People Make The World Go Round', 'Love From The Sun', and 'Afro Blue’. It is arguably one of the finest albums in its genre.

This record has long been a sought-after item for DJs and collectors alike, so we are delighted to finally make this wonderful music from an understated great available to all.

Tracklist:
A1.Afro Blue
A2. Love Vibrations
A3. Blues Medley (Everyday I Have The Blues / Stormy Monday
Blues)
B1. Little B’s Poem
B2: Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head
B3: Love From The Sun
B4: People Make The World Go Round

Afro Blue

Dee Dee Bridgewater - Afro Blue

Melting Pot

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