Eight years in and over 50 albums deep, several members of The Jazz Jousters collective are still game to take on our sample challenges and test themselves. On this occasion allow us to present 'Sidenote: Pulling Strings'. 

The concept behind this one was based on the Jousters being challenged to sample any string based instrument. We could have gone for one or another, but the idea was to keep it open to a range of stringed instruments for a more varied sound. Press play, peep the line up, and hear how it went down with just under 40mins play time.

Pulling Strings

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Pawcut - Locomotive Breath - Skit - Pulling Strings cassette LP

Caught a very small glimpse of sunshine a few weeks back in Hackney and knocked up a little edit in anticipation of longer days and lighter nights,

A really beautiful track from the amazing China Crisis that I've merely given a club friendly touch up. Open air warm ups and sunset soaked terraces pending - this ones a handy little tool to have in your back pocket.

As is the norm all the proceeds from any sales will be going to charity, and this one will be raising money for United Help Ukraine.

unitedhelpukraine.org/about-us

Nicky

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Mastering by Rob Small at robsmallmastering.com

China Crisis - Bigger The Punch I'm Feeling (Nicky Jacobs' Hangxiety In London Fields Edit)

Hi guys,
This is my latest radio show, Which is a music only affair.
Two hours of lovely music that takes you on a journey through all things chilled..... Expect, Hushed Pianos, Ambient Oddities, Dream Pop, Quality Covers and Deep House Grooves beautifully mixed to flow seamlessly from start to Finnish.
If this ticks your musical boxes, please feel free to like, share and comment which are in turn greatly appreciated.
Big Love to you all and enjoy the latest edition of Music To Make Your Ears Smile,
Spikey X

Music So Tasty You Could Eat It

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🔊 https://youtu.be/DQdUfujsN8I

Rather than talk your ear off all night, Pulling Strings are back with their sophomore release, a carefully honed trio of all-engulfing dancefloor meditations.

Kicking things off is Cape Town’s own Biodive, who delivers Red Eclipse – an exemplary balance of rumbling warehouse breaks and warm, enveloping synths.

Returning to the northern hemisphere, Johnny Flowers picks things up with M3 To Infinity, a more urgent offering that flits between ‘Headz era bass effects and the emotive atmospherics that Pulling Strings delight in providing.

Finally, the puppet master Herald Walk returns with Come Closer, another distinctive club cut peppered with sonic bon mots and peak time conversation starters.

All proceeds will be donated to the Voices of Children Foundation in Ukraine - a charity dedicated to providing psychological and psychosocial care for children affected by the consequences of conflict.

PREMIERE: Herald Walk - Come Closer [Pulling Strings]

We go again down in Kings Cross, as the sun starts to make it's way to London we go light,

Tracklisting up on IG 

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Voices Radio - Pulling Strings w/ Nicky Jacobs 22.04.23

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🛒 https://pullingstringsuk.bandcamp.com/track/watch-out-for-mad-dogs-and-barbed-wire-ps004
🔊 https://youtu.be/SVoVAMxqe4U

Go and have a look behind Gillett Square and you'll see it.

Pirated samples coupled with a lick of hands in the air euphoria - this is the kind of sound that's echoed with me since the early days of cutting my teeth and discovering the dancefloor.

It's a nod to my dance partners along the way, from the warm ups in our bedrooms to the clubs all over.

All proceeds from this release will be going towards the current supported charity, Free Youth Orchestra -

A charity focusing on removing financial barriers between children and access to musical equipment and music lessons, by providing instruments and workshops run by local musicians.

www.freeyouthorchestra.org

PREMIERE: Nicky Jacobs - Watch Out For Mad Dogs And Barbed Wire [Pulling Strings]

15 It Aint Over Yet

08 Feel It (Original Version) Feat. Jahi

Prod. @datboigetro

Mixed & Mastered - @forty38

Artwork - @rybskie

Listen on Apple Music, Spotify, Tidal, etc. - https://song.link/us/i/1387998773 

LYRICS

Ive been pulling strings
Pulling strings
Yeah
I been running things
Running things
Yeah
That some puppet shit
What you think
Aye
Ima gun this shit
Out my way
Yeah 
(x2)

Get out my way
Yuh 
Its Just another day
Yuh
Trust me shawty aint safe
Woah 
Hit her dm's just to play
Ha
All these hoes stay switching
Got the whole fake Gucci 
I just see the same linen
Yah
All time snakes hissing
Saying that i changed with it 
Im just getting paid different
Get out my way
Its just another day
Trust me shawty aint safe
Ive been pulling strings

Ive been pulling strings
Pulling strings
Yeah
I been running things
Running things
Yeah
That some puppet shit
What you think
Aye
Ima gun this shit
Out my way
Yeah 
(x2)

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Millennium Jazz Music is an independent label and service provider based in London and home to talent from various parts of the globe including the United Kingdom, France, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, the United States and Ukraine.

MJM was formed by Gadget in 2003 with the main focus of providing production and sound engineering for up and coming artists and producers, as well as providing workshops for young people. Although the first releases date back to 2003, MJM became dedicated to project management and releasing new material from 2008 up to the present date.

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Spikey is known for having started DJing back in the mid 80's, playing at pubs and house parties. In the early days of Rave he then progressed to play the underground scene at clubs such as Sterns and Empire. Having then moved to Brighton he gained residency for 'The English Disco Lovers’. 
He now has his own radio show. Music To Make Your Ears Smile,  on 1BTN and has close ties with the 'Last Night A DJ Saved My Life Charity'. Having a love for delivering sound in its purest form which has lead to a close connection with Funktion One. This has given Spikey the chance to play at Glastonbury many times.
Check out his Soundcloud page where you can find a selection of mixes, that will make your ears smile!

WhyPeopleWar Fundraiser for Ukraine: https://whypeopledance.bandcamp.com/

The Why people dance question was asked for the first time in Lithuania back in 2013 but it gained a worldwide echo in its 8 years of existence. Run by @pauliuskamblevicius with the help of @experimentsserial and a network of collaborators, the online electronic music platform and label keeps its heart open for new friends and treasure finds but its filter tight and deep underground. Tune into WPD channels on Soundcloud, YouTube and Bandcamp.

Do what you love doing, no matter how low quality your shiz may be.

LOVE YOU, MATE

Pulling Strings is a not-for-profit label inspired by moments of embrace in the dance. These moments can be subtle, but when the music is just right, you’ll encounter them everywhere – from the cosiest clubs to fast-living festivals. 

Years in the making, the label is dedicated to unearthing club tools that signal a shift. The finest DJs wield them with purpose and precision – tracks that tug on the heart strings, and encourage you to tell your dance partners exactly how you’re feeling.

Based in London but drawing from all corners of the global dance music scene, expect emotive melters, quintessential spine tinglers, and butterfly provokers – keeping hearts and fists pumping all the way through.

Demos: pullingstringslabel@gmail.com

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