Live recording from the Communion Stage at The Great Beyond 2023

Henry Chow at The Great Beyond 2023

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"Kai Alcé and Rasheeda Ali celebrate the release of their new Libra Rising EP, showcasing a techno and house sound deeply rooted in the Black communities of the Midwest. Bay Area music fans should catch Mike Bee’s opening set as well — his taste and repertoire have shaped the vinyl ecosystem of the area for decades."   

Recorded - 06.23.23


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NDATL continues with 'Libra Rising EP' from new artist Rasheeda Ali, featured in the past on Kai Alce's "Sheed's Move" taken from the "Back In This Sh!t EP" since then she's been with Jeff Mills accompanying him on stages worldwide. Her accolades have also taken her to Harlem's The Apollo Stage and shared stages with such luminaries such as Russel Gunn, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson & Jessica Care Moore. The EP starts off with "Libra Ascending" a snappy bouncy track produced by Kai Alce brings Rasheeda's flautist abilities to the front on top of smooth chords, rough drums and a few vibes played by Ron Trent. "Sheed's Rising" sees Rasheeda's gymnastic flautist abilities dance over blazing snares & hit hats as she rises above the frey. Get ready to dance!


EP release date: 25 May 2023


There is a certain type of artist that transcends generational and artistic boundaries, that channels their experiences while simultaneously fostering an environment for others to thrive.
Kai Alcé is a prime example, someone who witnessed the genesis of Detroit’s electronic musical landscape and strives to keep that spirit alive. For him it is imperative to pass on the lessons he has learned, to create a space where deep soulful vibes can reverberate while honoring the African Diaspora roots of dance music’s culture.
Being of Haitian descent laid the foundation for his musical ear starting with his childhood in Queens, New York. Some of his earliest musical influences included his mother’s penchant for soca music and the distinct Caribbean rhythms of his culture. An appreciation of Jazz would be further guided by his father’s expanding audiophile home system. During the 1970s the kindling of Hip Hop and the heyday of Disco perked the ear of a young Kai while they were living in NYC. The Big Apple would remain a constant throughout his musical journey as the years went on, but it was the move to Michigan that ultimately shaped his artistic vision.


Kai relocated to Atlanta to study psychology at Morehouse College, one of America’s historically black institutions of higher learning. Upon his arrival he noticed a lack of soulful dance options for nightlife in the city, many DJs were playing things like trance. As he entered his 20s he took it upon himself to bring more of the authentic House and Techno flavor to his new home, playing at numerous clubs and bars in the metro area. Eventually this led to DEEP, his aptly-named, game changing decade long Saturday night residency at local club MJQ. This party, in collaboration with partners Cullen Cole and DJ Kemit, would bring guests such as King Britt, Steve “Silk” Hurley, Peven Everett, Phil Asher and Joe Claussell.
As one of the pioneers of the burgeoning Southern House music scene, Kai was instrumental in establishing a connection between his new home and Detroit.

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