New video from Neneh Cherry & The Thing – MF Doom’s ‘Accordian’

Posted on May 3, 2012 by admin

NENEH CHERRY & THE THING - ’ACCORDION’ (MF DOOM COVER)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jovsxh8FeYo

DEBUT COLLABORATIVE ALBUM, THE CHERRY THING, OUT 18th JUNE
ON SMALLTOWN SUPERSOUND


“Cherry’s voice begins as more of a late-Billie Holiday croak but ascends along with the song, one step leading to the next as it grows in intensity and feeling. For their part, the Thing treat the song’s simple melody the way Albert Ayler did European folk ditties, mixing breezily sentimental yearning with a rush of emotion so torrential it borders on violence and terror. ‘Dream baby dream baby dream baby dream baby dream baby dream… keep those dreams burning… forever.’ They’ll never last that long, and neither will the people dreaming them, but that’s the beautiful thing about music: When the song reaches its peak about six minutes in, I start to believe.” – Pitchfork [Best New Track]

“It’s an exultant interpretation, a track that follows a chaotic, cathartic instrumental breakdown into the clouds, Cherry chanting “Dream baby dream … keep that flame burning!” the whole way. It’s a notable angle and a powerful interpretation, for sure.” – Stereogum

A few weeks ago, Neneh Cherry & The Thing shared their excellent cover of Suicide’s ‘Dream Baby Dream,’ one of many brilliant covers off the group’s collaborative album, The Cherry Thing, out 18th June on Smalltown Supersound. As the release date nears, they’re giving a further glimpse into the range of this project via the video for ‘Accordion,’ the MF Doom song and perhaps the most surprising cover on the album. The mask wearing MF Doom first uttered these words when he collaborated with producer Madlib on the critically acclaimed, Madvillainy (Stones Throw; 2004). Premiered this morning via The FADER, the striking Neneh Cherry performs this track in complete darkness throughout the eerie video.

Director Ted Says comments, “we wanted to create an atmosphere that would sit well with the unpredictable music of The Thing and be playful yet creepy. I didn’t want to restrict Neneh too much either – she had to have a platform to do her thing undisturbed. Shooting in darkness, amongst the trees with a bunch of lasers, it was then.”

Watch it here.

And a few words straight from Miss Neneh on making the video:

” . . . oh how i DO love to work at night!!! getting the blasted contact lenses in was an emotional thing. F**KING near killed me. you’d think it’d be easy but . . . i wasn’t gonna do the blair witch thing now was i so in they had to go! i was late turning up (as per) so we worked all night. Ted the director was full on enthusiastic and Barca were playing Real Madrid on the laptop… full on. Judy Blame came thru with the outfits & Ian Jeffries socked it BiGTiME on the hair & make up . . .  made an old biddy look like her young self again!  . . . hope Doom gets the joke with the mask…”

In addition to Suicide and MF Doom, The Cherry Thing, Neneh’s first new album in 16 years and debut release with spectacular Scandinavian jazz trio The Thing, features the music of The Stooges, MF Doom, Ornette Coleman, Don Cherry, and Martina Topley-Bird, plus original pieces by Neneh and The Thing’s Mats Gustafsson.

Neneh Cherry & The Thing’s “Dream Baby Dream” (Suicide Cover): http://soundcloud.com/smalltownsupersound/neneh-cherry-the-thing-dream

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Carling Zest captures the Sound of Summer with DJ Food, Jaguar Skills and DJ Yoda

Posted on May 3, 2012 by admin

Tuesday May 1st, 2012 – Top British artists DJ Food, Jaguar Skills and DJ Yoda have recorded exclusive tracks literally capturing the sound of summer for Carling Zest, the limited edition summer lager with a hint of natural citrus. The three videos can be seen from May 1st at youtube.com/carlingzest and have been produced using just British summer sounds, from bees buzzing to the sounds of the seaside and the opening of a beer.

The concept tracks form part of the new Carling Zest ‘Summer Bottled’ ad campaign which aims to capture what makes for a Great British summer. The artists were provided with 32 sounds and matching video clips to work with, and from May 23rd music fans will get the chance to do the same with the Carling Zest app.

DJ Yoda, who was instrumental in creating the ‘bootleg’ cut-up mixing style, said of his track ‘Somero Moombah’: “I wanted it to have a massive-party-in-a-field vibe, like the best moment at a summer festival. The sound was influenced by Moombahton – a style of dance music which just makes me think of sunshine. That’s why vuvuzela was such an important sound for the track; that noise says BIG party.”

The three DJ’s tunes vary in style ranging from Yoda’s mix of latin house and hip-hop to the summer style chillout of DJ Food, but all remain quintessentially British in nature.

“Sunspot is all about nostalgia for summer holidays in the 70s, that feeling of not having a care in the world. The sound of bees is the track’s hook, they’re so much more than just a sound effect – they’re totally essential to the rhythm,” said DJ Food.

Commenting on his track ‘Summer SFX Riddim’ Jaguar Skills said: “It’s like lots of mini tracks blended together – like a DJ set condensed into one track. The super important sound was the snare which I made out of the hiss of a beer bottle opening. Ironically, I can hear rain in the track – but it’s that mad British summer rain that’s really fun.”

Music fans can also bottle their own summer using the Carling Zest app from late May. Visitors to youtube.com/carlingzest will be able to turn summer sounds into a two minute track and share it with their friends via social media sites. The best three, chosen by DJ Food, Jaguar Skills and DJ Yoda will win a trip to this year’s V Festival. Following the YouTube app launch, mobile and tablet lite versions will also be available.

Annette Middleton, Carling Senior Brand Manager at Molson Coors, says of the campaign:

“With its clear, refreshing taste and a hint of natural citrus, Carling Zest is the ideal summer drink. The tracks that DJ Food, Jaguar Skills and DJ Yoda have produced really capture the essence and spirit of the product; ‘Summer Bottled’. Our aim was for a fun, summery literal interpretation of all the great things that our British summer is about, something that they’ve captured perfectly.”

Launched in March, Carling Zest has a light citrus flavour at 2.8% ABV. It is currently available in bottles throughout UK off-trade and on-trade outlets. Carling Zest will be available to buy until the end of September.

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Retrospective Records Announce ‘The Retrospective All Starrs Vol 1′ Album Stream

Posted on May 3, 2012 by admin


RETROSPECTIVE RECORDS PRESENT: THE RETROSPECTIVE ALL-STARS VOL. 1
RELEASED 8TH MAY 2012 ON RETROSPECTIVE RECORDS

LISTEN & SHARE HERE: http://bit.ly/HNgb7v

After 7 snapped up twelves including Ruben & Ra’s breakthrough anthem ‘Newer Shooz’, their viral follow-up ‘Street Machine’ and the Juno chart-topping ‘People‘ by Rayko, the West London-based Retrospective label are set to release their first long-player May 2012.

Since the imprint’s inception in January 2011, label boss Ra has carefully scoured the nu-disco spectrum to assemble an international roster of like-minded artists. In recent months, in light of the fold’s emergence, Retrospective has steadily been expanding their global network by commissioning tracks from many of the scene’s leading names. For the first in a series of three compilations, ‘Retrospective All-Stars Vol. 1’ is purposed to both commemorate this growing stature, while showcasing the wealth of talent from within the label’s newly extended family.

Comprised of 12 previously unreleased cuts spread across a DJ friendly triple-vinyl pack, the album is opened in fine style by the revered Argentinian Toomy Disco’s first cut for Retrospective, entitled ‘Peppermint’. Montenegro national Fil Lavin, who took the baton for Retro005, provides a trademark lick of deep house, while Glaswegian Slow It Down and Bristolian Jimmy The Twin respectively make their Retrospective debuts to complete the first disc.

Over on the second disc, Spanish boogie chronicler Rayko, who provided the material for Reto002 and Retro006, joins American Trev-Ski, Londoner Harry Benson (aka Picture House) and the Utrecht-residing Romanian Andrei Idu under his celebrated moniker, The Legendary 1979 Orchestra. Completing the package, Frenchman Art Bleek, the Berlin-based Mudegg, Scotsman Jamie Buchanan (aka 78 Edits) and of course, label figureheads Ruben & Ra all feature on the final disc.

Retospective All-Stars Vol 1 comes packaged in a limited triple-vinyl pack, with a luxury finish to give this landmark compendium a deserved sense of occasion.

http://retrospectiverecords.com/

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SYKUR release free download of Curling (Dan le Sac Remix)

Posted on May 2, 2012 by admin

FREE DOWNLOAD: SYKUR

‘Curling’ (Dan le Sac remix)

http://soundcloud.com/sykur/curling-danlesac-remix/s-aWLCw


The band already play a pivotal role in the Reykjavík scene and have collaborated with the hottest local talent as well as sharing stages with international acts such as Mt. Eden, Peaches, Familjen, Casiokids, Juvelen, Kleerup and Junior Boys.

Curling is the second single from their yet to be released album Mesópótamía (it was released in Iceland only in
October 2011). The soundtrack of lost weekends and fun times, the single will be bundled with a thumping remix from celebrated producer Dan le Sac.

Please feel free to host, post and share this track across the web:

http://soundcloud.com/sykur/curling-danlesac-remix/s-aWLCw

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STEVE AOKI ANNOUNCES EUROPEAN LEG OF ‘WONDERLAND’ ALBUM TOUR

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin
After laying waste to an incredible 55 cities across 60 dates on the North American leg of his Deadmeat Tour and bringing the UK and Germany to their knees last month, EDM’s original rock’n’roll superstar Steve Aoki continues his devastating ‘Wonderland’ album tour across Europe. No prizes for guessing who he’s handpicked to be his one-stop-shop for international publicity on the road – Get In of course!
Fans throughout Europe will soon be able to experience the full force of one of the most magnetic, original, engaging and out-and-out maverick headliners ever to grace global dance floors. Naturally, we’ll be with the Dim Mak head honcho every step of the way ensuring he spends some quality time with the very best media channels the continent has to offer.
Known as much for his spontaneous crowd-surfing and stage persona as he is for his music, Aoki is a seminal character for many, his Dim Mak label a beacon of ingenuity releasing tracks from Datsik, Infected Mushroom, Felix Cartel and Tiesto to The Kills, The Gossip, Klaxons, Bloc Party and more. Critical acclaim flooded in for his debut mix album ‘Pillowface and His Airplane Chronicles’ – now with his first artist album ‘Wonderland’, featuring guest vocals and musicians from LMFAO, Kid Cudi, Travis Barker, Will.i.am aka Zuper Blahq, Wynter Gordon, Rivers Cuomo, Lil Jon, Chiddy Bang, Lovefoxxx of CSS, Big John, former guitarist of punk band The Exploited, and more, fans are well and truly riled up for Steve’s incredible live performances on the ground.
The man who crosses every single genre is crossing the Atlantic – to find out where and when you can catch the Wonderland Tour, here are the essential dates:
05/02/12 – Pump This, Bologna, ITALY
05/04/12 – Magazzini Generali, Milan, ITALY
05/05/12 – Alvatoz, Venice, ITALY
05/06/12 – Stiff Kitten @ Shine, Belfast, NORTHERN IRELAND
05/07/12 – High Club, Nice, FRANCE
05/10/12 – Queima das Fitas Coimbra 2012, Coimbra, PORTUGAL
05/11/12 – Queima das Fitas Porto 2012, Porto, PORTUGAL
05/12/12 – Semana Academica Algarve 2012, Faro, PORTUGAL
And it doesn’t stop there. With the European festival season only weeks away, the dates have been set in stone for an extraordinary run of main stage appearances at some of the biggest and best heavyweight events starting June 16th right the way through to August 26th:
06/16/12 – Dim Mak Stage, East Ender Festival, Barcelona, SPAIN
06/19/12 – Amnesia, IBIZA
06/22/12 – Venue TBC, Prague, CZECH REPUBLIC
06/22/12 – Venue TBC, Slovenia – TBD
06/23/12 – Southside, Festival, Neuhausen ob Eck, GERMANY
06/24/12 – Hurricane Festival, Scheeßel, GERMANY
07/01/12 – Werchter Festival, Werchter, BELGIUM
07/18/12 – Via Notte, Corsica, FRANCE
07/19/12 – Villa Rouge, Montpellier, FRANCE
07/20/12 – Beatpatrol Festival, Sankt Pölten, AUSTRIA
07/21/12 – Love Electro Festival, South Tyrol, ITALY
07/22/12 – Palais, Cannes, FRANCE
07/23/12 – Bliss, Algarve, PORTUGAL
07/24/12 – Privilege, IBIZA
07/25/12 – Cavo Paradiso, Mykanos, GREECE
07/26/12 – Venue TBC, Port-Barcares, FRANCE
07/27/12 – Dim Mak Stage, Tomorrowland Festival, Boom, BELGIUM
07/27/12 – Global Gathering Festival, UK
07/28/12 – Emmaboda Festival, Emmaboda, SWEDEN
07/29/12 – Main Stage, Tomorrowland Festival, Boom, BELGIUM
08/06/12 –Amnesia, Cap d’Agde, FRANCE
08/07/12 – Indigo Collioure, Collioure, FRANCE
08/08/12 – Sziget Festival, Budapest, HUNGARY
08/10/12 – Sun Moon Stars Festival, Saalburg, GERMANY
08/11/12 – Creamfields Festival, Andalucia, SPAIN
08/24/12 – Cocorico, Riccione, ITALY
08/26/12 – Creamfields Festival, Daresbury, UK
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The Magic Thumb: Fundraising event @ Westbourne Studios, London: May 8th 2012

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

On Tuesday 8th May 2012 @ 6:00pm

magicthumb

The Magic Thumb Fund raising event in aid of ChildLine
Tuesday, May 08, 6pm – till late
Live Music – Boss Terror + Charlene Soraia TBC + others to TBC

The Magic Thumb (Australia to London/Olympics) in aid of ChildLine

20 000 miles, 3 continents, 19 countries. With a time constraint of 80 days

Andrew Grady aims to hitchhike his way from Perth/Australia to London/England… arriving in time to celebrate the Olympics.

‘Magic Thumb Productions’ is a TV/Film production house. The company consists of Andrew Grady CEO and a pool of professionals at hand ensuring all aspects involved in delivering products of the highest standard are achieved.

The Magic Thumb:Australia to the Olympics/London’ will be chronicled in real time using all aspects of social media on the website, as well as capturing everything on film.

Magic Thumb Productions is organising a charitable fund raising event on Tuesday evening, May 08 at the Westbourne studios in aid of’ ChildLine 25 and Andrew Grady’s Birthday!

Andrew Grady will begin his journey on Wednesday, May 09

This Event includes live music by Boss Terror + Charlene Soraia TBC + others to TBC

Charlene Soraia is a London-based singer-songwriter. She is known for her cover of “Wherever You Will Go” by The Calling, which was used in an advert for Twinings tea in the UK. It was released on iTunes for digital download and reached a peak of number 3 in the UK Singles Chart

http://www.myspace.com/bossterrorband
http://charlenesoraia.com/

The money raised from this challenge will support the ChildLine ’s work to end cruelty to children. ChildLine services provide help and support for children, young people and their families.

The event is free to get into, so if you would like to support us, please email your names to Kavitha on kavithalondon@gmail.com or 07958742110

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Muta 01: Sunday 6th May 2012 @ Westbourne Studios, London

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

Muta 01

Muta launches with a daytime-nightime bank holiday party at London’s Westbourne Studios…

Featuring sets from:

Maxxi Soundsystem (www.facebook.com/maxxisoundsystem)
Thomas Gandey (www.thomasgandey.com)
Rene(Circo Loco)
Zeb Wayne (www.zebwayne.com)
Rob Marmot (www.robmarmot.com)
Neverdogs (www.facebook.com/neverdogsofficial)
Data Transmission DJs (www.datatransmission.co.uk)

Tickets:

£10 really early bird
£12 early bird
£15 advance

Saturday 6th May, 7pm to 4am

Table reservations also available on request – contact info@mutamusic.com

Join on http://www.facebook.com/events/420335587981282/

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FREE LONDON EVENT ** The Camden Crawl announces C.A.M.E: Free gigs, Spoken Word, Record Fair, Poster Roast, Workshops and more // 4-6th May // Camden**

Posted on May 1, 2012 by admin

Hot off the heels of last weekend’s Record Store Day, Camden Crawl is pleased to reveal the addition of the debut FREE – Crawlternative Media Expo (C.A.M.E.) as part of this year’s festival set to take place over the May Bank Holiday weekend.

Three influential collectives, Alternative Press, Poster Roast and Lexington Record Fair, have been brought together for the first time to create a one of a kind free exhibition showcasing the alternative arts of underground press & zine making, gig poster design and screen printing and record collecting under one rather large roof within the magnificent setting of Camden’s historic St. Michaels Church. Each of these esteemed curators have brought together some of the UK’s best talents and collectors to not only to display, but offer tuition workshops and informational talks about their art. C.A.M.E. will take place from Saturday 5th – Monday 7th May from 1:00 – 8:00 pm each day at and is FREE ENTRY to the public.

With free gigs included in the free line up from the likes of TOY, SAUNA YOUTH, RACE HORSE, EVI VINE, DUTCH UNCLES and BLACKLISTERS alongside the best in spoken word artists, it’s a free event of epic proportions for everyone!

Please include this in your free event and gig listings.

Thanks,

Georgia

ALTERNATIVE PRESS &  GIG POSTER EXHIBITION RECORD FAIR  *  WORKSHOPS  * BAR/CAFÉ

LIVE MUSIC  *  SPOKEN WORD  *  DJS

5TH – 7TH MAY 2012 * ST. MICHAELS CHURCH

Camden Road, NW1 * 1-8pm * FREE ENTRY

CAMDEN CRAWL ANNOUNCES FIRST EVER CRAWLTERNATIVE MEDIA EXPO!

Hot off the heels of last weekend’s Record Store Day, Camden Crawl is pleased to reveal the addition of the debut Crawlternative Media Expo (C.A.M.E.) as part of this year’s festival set to take place over the May Bank Holiday weekend. Three influential collectives, Alternative Press, Poster Roast andLexington Record Fair, have been brought together for the first time to create a one of a kind free exhibition showcasing the alternative arts of underground press & zine making, gig poster design and screen printing and record collecting under one rather large roof within the magnificent setting of Camden’s historic St. Michaels Church. Each of these esteemed curators have brought together some of the UK’s best talents and collectors to not only to display, but offer tuition workshops and informational talks about their art. C.A.M.E. will take place from Saturday 5th – Monday 7th May from 1:00 – 8:00 pm each day at and is FREE ENTRY to the public.

C.A.M.E will additionally host a special live music and spoken word performances and guest DJs and there will be a licensed bar and café throughout the course of the weekend expo. Performances are scheduled as follows:

SATURDAY LIVE IN THE CHAPEL

2:30 pm   -   EVI VINE

3:00 pm   -   Spoken Word Guest

3:30 pm   -   RACE HORSE

4:00 pm   -   Spoken Word Guest

4:30 pm   -   SAUNA YOUTH

5:00 pm   -   Spoken Word Guest

SUNDAY LIVE IN THE CHAPEL

2:30 pm   -   DUTCH UNCLES

3:00 pm   -   Spoken Word Guest

3:30 pm   -   TOY

4:00 pm   -   Spoken Word Guest

4:30 pm   -   BLACKLISTERS

5:00 pm   -   Spoken Word Guest

About The Collectives:

LEXINGTON RECORD FAIR

VINYL FRENZY! The Lexington Record fair holds record collecting events every few months of a mainly VINYL persuasion with the occasional t-shirt, CD, DVD, book or poster (as long as its music related) poking its nose in. They mainly love records and find downloads sad and ghostly things. At CAME, expect a mix of punk, power pop, new wave, retro, indie, metal, reggae, 60s, 70s, 80s, rock , grunge, beat, glam rock, ska, singer-songwriter, folk, soundtrack, psych, garage, northern soul, dance, freak-beat, oi!, no-wave, prog, avant-garde, kraut-rock, experimental, easy listening, country, blues and whatever else people want to sell…and buy! E:records@thelexington.co.uk for more info

On Record Collecting:

‘In a house fire, the first thing I’d save would be my 7-inch singles collection. The second would be my cat, and thirdly any stray humans. Vinyl records have the same symbolism, to me, as the coral paperweight in Orwell’s Nineteen Eighty Four: precious physical evidence of a more civilised era.’ - Simon Price (Independent on Sunday)

‘A bunch of records that you like gathers meaning and history in a way that a bunch of MP3s simply won’t. I can tell you the album I bought on my first holiday with my girlfriend (Motown Chartbusters Vol. 3) and when I see its mirrorball sleeve I immediately undergo a warm rush of Proustian recall. My 7” copy of ‘Ace Of Spades’ by Motorhead is battered and torn and is a bit scratched but there again my MP3 of the same song doesn’t say: “To John, stay lucky, from Lemmy” on the front.’ – John Doran (The Quietus)

POSTER ROAST

Poster Roast was set up as an event and collective in 2007 to help promote poster artists in the UK. Each Poster Roast to date has not only showcased some of the most influential UK artists, but integrated live screen printing throughout the exhibitions to engage interest from newcomers to the art form.

Creating affordable original art is a principle advocated by its collective membership. By creating prints live at each event, Poster Roast hopes that members of the public will not only enjoy watching the process, but be able to leave with something precious and unique. Posters are on sale at each event and throughout this weekend with the majority of the artists present to chat to interested parties about their work.

ARTISTS EXHIBITING AT C.A.M.E. include WeThreeClub, Luke Drozd, Telegramme Studio, Army Of Cats, Horse, Diego Mena, Adam Pobiak, Tom Lacey,Drew Millward, TwoDucksDisco and Kate Prior.

www.posterroast.com

ALTERNATIVE PRESS FESTIVAL

Alternative Press is a London-based, independent group of artists dedicated to encouraging people to create their own art and to freely express themselves via self-publishing. Since forming in 2008 they have organised self-publishing fairs, open mic evenings and poetry nights as well as organising their very own ‘International Alternative Press Festival’ which brought artists to the UK from across the globe. The collective has once again produced their slice of alternative magic at the Expo this weekend in the shape of comics, zine-making, self-published books and print-making with the following exhibitors:

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Veteran downtempo producer DJ Zero One to release The Fortunate on Vermin Street June 19th

Posted on April 30, 2012 by admin
Vermin Street proudly presents…
DJ Zero One – The Fortunate
w/ remixes by Blunt Instrument, Bleep Bloop, Misk, Richard Sweat, Carly D
ARTIST: DJ Zero One
TITLE: The Fortunate
LABEL: Vermin Street
RELEASE DATE: June 19th, 2012



VIDEOS
East Bay TV Vol.3 – DJ Zero One Interview:

DESCRIPTION
For the past decade, California producer DJ Zero One has been focused on the intersection of downtempo, hip-hop, and funky sounds. Now he unleashes The Fortunate – an extended EP featuring five originals and five remixes for a full length sound. This release is a full expression of his years of hard work for the forward thinking bass label Vermin Street. We are focusing on the originals this week which range from glitchy, cutting edge underground sounds to funky disco-fied breaks showcasing DJ Zero One’s musical versatility and range. Release drops early June so please let us know if you’d be interested in a feature or review.
TRACKLISTING

1. A Night at the Roxy
2. A Warrior of Peace
3. Inside the Painting
4. Not the Quittin’ Kind
5. Voicemail Warnings
6. A Warrior of Peace (Blunt Instrument Remix)
7. A Night at the Roxy (Bleep Bloop Remix)
8. A Night at the Roxy (Misk Remix)
9. Inside The Painting (Richard Sweat Remix)
10. Voicemail Warnings (Carly D Remix)

DJ ZERO ONE BIO
With almost 15 years as a DJ and 10 as a producer, tenure and tenacity are the core definition of Dustin Hodges, AKA DJ Zero One. Born and raised in Long Beach, CA, Zero One was influenced by hip hop artists and DJs primarily by local radio stations, shows, festivals and raves. In 1996, At the age of 14 he began playing Techno, Acid, and Breakbeats before moving on to throw shows in LA warehouses, clubs, and the Mojave desert. After building experience in the techno scene, the then fresh young DJ began playing Techno with good friend John Massey, and alongside a new, young LA crew known as Droid Behavior. After years of exploring electronic music, he rediscovered a fondness for hip hop in the rising underground scene of Los Angeles, Zero One focused all of his attention to turntablism and beat making. Working on borrowed equipment, including a 4-track recorder, a Roland drum machine, and later an MPC sampler, the challenge and excitement led him to becoming a young sought after beatmaker for local rappers. Together with production partner John Massey, the duo became known as the Dysposable Heroes, a DJ/Producer collaboration that focused on hip hop, trip hop downtempo. In 2008, Dysposable Heroes released “Genius vs. Genius: An Evening with Ray Charles and the GZA” which was downloaded over 15,000 times within the first three months and considered an instant classic. The duo began DJing for Southern California Hip Hop group, “The Messengers Crew”. Together they played hundreds of shows, opening up for such acts as KRS-One, The Alkaholiks, Raekwon, DJ Vadim, Talib Kweli, Cut Chemist, Numark, The Dogg Pound, Gravediggaz, Gaslamp Killer, Sage Francis, Killah Priest, The Visionaries, Ugly Duckling, and many, many more. With work as a touring DJ all over the West Coast, and production credits for countless MCs, Zero One once again found himself at a crossroads.  In 2010, his passion for downtempo lead him to Glitch Hop, where he began refocusing his attention once again in a new direction. Now prepping for his first release in 2012, Zero One sets to redefine himself with “The Fortunate E.P.” dropping June 19th, 2012. With a budding career in electronic / hip hop fusion music, we are expected to see lots of new and exciting things from this seasoned artist.
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Becoming Real releases new track ‘Work Me’ featuring Lady Chann

Posted on April 30, 2012 by admin

‘Work Me’ (featuring Lady Chann)

http://soundcloud.com/notevennoteven/work-me-ft-lady-chann/s-ttunT


“Forward-thinking techno-savvy music…Exploitive, intelligent, groundbreaking.” Loud & Quiet

“Experimenting with rhythm and shifting tempo, Becoming Real is post-dubstep and then some, a mesmerising collision of bass, drag and juke…It’s time to let this creative mind warp your thoughts.” Clash

“An intricate tapestry of beats interwoven on top of each other, creating something that is at once totally abstract and bewilderingly intriguing.”iDJ

“Frosty atmospherics and stabbing keys make for ice cold dubstep innovation.” The Independent

“Becoming Real… makes idiosyncratic mutant soul music, full of wild colour and weird texture.” FACT Magazine

“Becoming Real songs sound like they’re undergoing a miraculous metamorphosis, as though they’ve awoken from uneasy dreams to find themselves transformed into something monstrous and amazing.” NME

Track listing: 1. Snow Drift Love, 2. Lady Lazarus, 3.Work Me ft Lady Chann, 4.Equinox, 5. Anthropology, 6. Slow Memory ft Alice (Sunless ‘97), 7. Zoning

After his recent releases ‘Snow Drift Love’ and split with Dam Mantle, Becoming Real gears up for the release of ‘Solar Dreams / Neon Decay’ out May 28th on Not Even.

Becoming Real is the moniker of ethereal artist and producer, Toby Ridler. A somewhat elusive entity, who takes influence from the stark sonic palette of grime, footwork and European techno and shifts it into sinister soundscapes which are as equally alien as they are recognisable to the listener.

‘Solar Dreams / Neon Decay’ – the first full length from Becoming Real expertly blends UK garage, funk, techno and chromatic grime basslines. Enlisting the vocal skills of UK MC Lady Chann on ‘Work Me’ twists the track into an intense slice of dancehall magic. Alice from London trio Sunless ’97transforms ‘Slow Memory’ into a tripped out floating jam.

Becoming Real first started making music in the forgotten suburbs of South London in 2010, forging his own mesmerising take on first wave grime. This quickly caught the imagination of various corners of the music world and before long there were sold out 12” vinyl releases through Tough Love Records, Not Even, RAMP Recordings and also his own Cold War Industries label.

After support slots with Mount Kimbie and Salem among others, Becoming Real finished 2011 by landing the main support slot on the SBTRKT tour which was unquestionably the hottest support of the year.

‘Solar Dreams / Neon Decay’ is an amalgamation of all Becoming Reals music to date combined with a broader, warmer sound and some of the most exciting vocal collaborations out there, setting him up for a very exciting future.

http://www.facebook.com/becomingreal
http://twitter.com/becoming_real
http://soundcloud.com/becoming-real

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