Kerem Akdag is one of the most exciting and versatile artists that we discovered mid last year, with Moovmnt labelling him as one of the best-comers of 2014. He has also won fans in the form of current house heayweights Detroit Swindle for his low-slung house productions, and this remix of TAJ's single 'Taj Yo'self' cements the fact that Kerem is a name that we would be hearing for a long time to come. It is our blessing to have him on our roster, and we hope you do enjoy this bonus remix.
#wemove

SEEK : 
https://soundcloud.com/kerceya

Artwork by the Funk Bast*rd


--TAJ - THE ASTRAL JOURNEY EP--

Cat No : DTW 32
Worldwide release date : 30th Jan 2015
Pre-Order : 23rd Jan 2015

iTunes : smarturl.it/dtw32
Boomkat :goo.gl/Pu6slQ

Premiere on @moovmnt - goo.gl/AGKXjg

Tracklisting:
1. Taj Yo'self
2. Old Town MOFO
3. 7dB
4. The Astral Journey
5. Daydream
6. Daydream (Cosa Nostra remix)
7. Taj Yo'self (Jaël remix)

| 'Taj Yo'self' (Jaël remix)is exclusive to iTunes, Boomkat and Beatport only |

Singapore, 23rd January: “but do you see what you've been missin'?” Tim De Cotta implores on the opening track, “Taj Yo'self” on TAJ’s “The Astral Journey” EP. Released under local independent record label, Darker Than Wax, the album will officially be released on 30th January 2015.

So what is it exactly that we've been missing? This bitchin brew that was concocted in the studio for almost a year – that features poignant, illustrious pieces which evidently highlight their harmonious unity and talent.

Along with Audrey Tengkey on keys, and JR Teo on drums, local cats of TAJ band is the answer to his question – bringing forth an exciting new venture, a great contribution to Singapore’s contemporary jazz scene.

TAJ’s appeal lies in their creative approach to production and musicianship, unlocking a wide, cross generation appeal, especially among the youths. The Astral Journey is a cross pollination of beats, psychedelia, post-rock, breaks, and everything it takes to please the discerning ears of contemporary jazz musician and listener alike.

“Old Town” is funky wah-wah number, with delicate keys and tight drumming which develops to a breakdown of mellow and psychedelic lead synth, with a fuzzy bass line. “7 DB” is a neutralising post-rock number of dreamy breaks, while “The Astral Journey” is the most “organic” track of the EP - a sexy, stripped down Blue Note number, muddled with an R&B influence that could easily use some vocal company.

“You don't got to worry bout a thing...” Kaye, co-founder of Darker Than Wax, guest croons on the vocoder – a catchy yet calm assurance that this finish is only the beginning. Co-founders Kaye and Funk Bast*rd's production outfit Cosa Nostra's refix of Daydream takes on a 4- to-the-floor house-disco approach, a distinctive sound that is testament to DTW's fledgling roots. Rounding off this Ep is a smooth beatdown remix by our artist Jaël, a multi-faceted musician from Holland, who lays a Dilla-esque vibe on 'TAJ yo self'.

Seek : 
twitter.com/TAJtheband
www.facebook.com/TheAstralJourney
@cosanostra
@ja-el

Credits :
All tracks written and produced by TAJ
Artwork by The Town Jeweller
Text by RAH

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TAJ - Taj Yo'self (Kerem Akdag remix) | 'The Astral Journey' Ep

We proudly present you our first AIM EP! Sit back and enjoy the vibes.

"We've never been gone..."

Don Mayor - I.D.W.B.

ESTA -You Are The One

bandcamp: https://nthng.bandcamp.com/album/i-know-you-love-me-too 

mastered by isabel at olo mastering

owner of a lonely heart

We Won the opening contest by Free Your Funk for the @soulection party in Paris. So excited !

Tracklist: 

1. Rvdical The Kid - Iní (@rvdicalthekid)
2. Chris McClenney - Vai Funk (@chrismcclenney)
3. Su Na - Hudson (@sunabeats)
4. Sángo - Só Você (feat. Elhae & ESTA)(@sangobeats)
5. Sángo - Mundana (feat. Jarreau Vandal)
6. Sivey - Waterbed (Slow Mo) (@sivey)
7. Sángo - Na Hora (feat. Faktiss & Chris McClenney)
8. The Establishment - Love Like This (@establishment1901)
9. Esta - Only One (@beatsbyesta)
10. Jarreau Vandal - B.Y.O.B. (@jarreauvandal)
11. Pharell feat. Kanye West - Number One (Sam Gellaitry remix)
12. Goldlink - Ay Ay (aywy. & Fortune Remix)(@flowfi)
13. Goldlink - Divine (prod. Louie Lastic)(@goldlink)
14. Sam Gellaitry - Don’t Stop (@samgellaitry)
15. Chris McClenney - Amor Celestial
16. Jahkoy - All or Nothing (@jahkoy)

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• DTW FM #29 •

Hosted by:

Marcoweibel
@marcoweibel
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Mawkus
@mawkus

Show #29 • Another fine show for you to vibe out to! Marco set the vibe off real nice followed by Mawkus throwing down jams. Our special guest, the lovely @sosupersammusic, representing @143is and @Soulection, delivered audio goodness with Mawkus closing it out. Vibe up to this one!

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Darker Than Wax FM #29 ft. Sosupersam • 9th July 2016

First Ear Radio with @jackson-waites coming to you live from The Bay Area CA.

Guest mix from the super funky @falcxne

@Kulv-Reyatt's mini mix also comes to you all the way from the UK, holla him for track IDs

Tracklist: www.firstearmusic.com/radio/126

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Osage (pronounced Oh-Sage) is the electronic music making alter ego of Philadelphia based dj/producer lil'dave. The man behind Osage is best known as a veteran DJ on the Philly nightclub scene and as a member of the highly respected dj crew Illvibe Collective. He has also been a fixture on the radio as the co-host of the internationally known broadcast Eavesdrop Radio. As a recording artist, he has released music under various aliases for record labels such as BBE Records, Tru Thoughts, Record Breakin' Music, Soulspazm, and First Word Records. He has collaborated with and remixed a diverse range of artists such as RJD2, Lady Alma, Ty, Ryat, Captain Planet, Foremost Poets, and more.

The Osage sound is an amalgamation of musical influences such as deep house, samba, African rhythms, futuristic r&b, boogie, uk garage, salsa, broken beat, and soul. His music is built from slightly unorthodox drum programming, layers of synthesizers, and a focus on bringing the soulfulness out of the machines he is working with. Over the years, he has been building a solid reputation by creating a catalog of clever dance floor edits, remixes, and original tracks which have been supported by notable tastemakers such Gilles Peterson.

As you listen to Osage's upcoming EP, AlgoRhythm Vol. 1, you will find a collection of tunes that take a lighthearted and adventurous approach to modern dance music. On "I Found U", which features Atlanta based singer Dezaray Dawn, he creates a bubbling house beat that gives Dezaray the perfect backdrop to sing about searching for love.
Purchase EP > https://osagesound.bandcamp.com/album/algorhythm-vol-1

AlgoRhythm Vol. 1

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Exclusive Premiere: Osage feat. Dezeray Dawn "I Found You" (Bastard Jazz)

After Indian Summer and Remixxes Vol. 1, <a href="http://soundcloud.com/oaklandfalcons">Falcons</a> unveils their first single to be released on Juicy. Nigeria is a dark track, a solitary noctural trip through the buildings of a deserted town. Mingling uptempo juke rhythms, R&B and an unique blend of glitchs, coupled with samples taken from the African culture, the whole still has a modern flavour, showing us, once again, the extent of the duo's influences. On the other hand, English boy <a href="http://soundcloud.com/bobbytank">Bobby Tank</a> took us to a sunnier journey with his henceforth recognizable touch : ireful synths lines along with a restructured sample, these are the qualities of this remix that will fit every future funk amateur's expectations. 

Tracklist: 
01. <a href="http://snd.sc/y3ZvVC">Falcons - Nigeria</a>
02. <a href="http://snd.sc/yQR57u">Falcons - Nigeria (Bobby Tank Remix)</a>

Nigeria is now available. Grab your copy for free on <a href="http://www.mediafire.com/?jfq3cxwculdb751">Mediafire</a>.

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