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THE SPOKEN WORD AND THE MUSIC – Djuma Soundsystem feat. the Lazarusman
On Apr 9 by admin
Two different worlds come together in a genius fusion of the warm grooves that have become the trademark of Djuma Soundsystem and the LazarusMan’s quick and heartfelt poetry slam. Merging the backgrounds of urban Johannesburg and north most Norway these two create something unique every time they enter the stage, an outlet bringing the energy from poetry slam and electronic music together.
Spoken word artist The LazarusMan touches current affairs and day to day motions of life with humour, the contrast of Djuma’s background from a sheltered upbringing provides a breeding ground for an intense blend of multi layered cultural experiences. After having successfully worked on a track together a further collaboration between the two felt natural. Whereas Djuma has been a household name on the international scene for the last decade, LazarusMan have been operating back room theatres and the streets of South Africa. Their diversity has got them playing gigs at upbeat clubs as well as in townships.
Djuma Soundsystem has an impressive list of collaborations with artists and releases and behind him – ’ Les Djinns ‘ undoubtedly being his greatest success remixed by Trentemøller, and for labels like Rebirth, Get Physical and Noir. The LazarusMan have become increasingly in demand on the house scene after several collaborations with Aki Bergen, Soul Clap and Stimming only to name a few.
Already having toured South Africa together with great audience response, they now have two new tracks coming up and a tour planned for June-July. The track ‘ Love Her Madly’, telling an intense story with its deep beats, is an excellent taster of how good of a match this combination makes.
The LazarusMan is the words, and Djuma Soundsystem is the music.
Posted in Featured | Tagged Djuma Soundsystem, Lazarusman, love her madly | Leave a commentJon Dasilva & Maceo Plex awarded House Track of the year at WMC
On Apr 4 by admin
One of WMWL agency‘s finest DJs Jon Dasilva just got a very special prize. His and Maceo Plex collaboration Love Somebody Else was voted and awarded Number 1 House track of the year at the International Dance Music Awards at WMC.
Here is a short interview with the former Haçienda resident who now resides in Stockholm:
WMWL: Despite the “WMC House track of the year” and latest chart success the original version of the track appeared on vinyl back in 1994. Tell us the story behind the track?
Jon Dasilva: Originally Love Somebody Else was my remix for ORE Records and their artist Colorblind...Honestly I don’t think their A&R even liked my mix! So it came out on the double pack promo only and kind of became an instant cult classic…Despite, its obscurity it got a lot of plays on US radio by peeps like the influential DJ Icey, who was a big fan of my early 90’s period stuff. Eric [Maceo Plex] heard it on his show first.
Years later I found out Eric was apparently digitizing some stuff from his collection and came across the track again. He struck on the idea of doing a collab and we ended up reworking the whole track together from scratch.
WMWL: You’ve been in the epicenter, the heart and soul of house music scene for over two decades and probably seen and heard everything. Nevertheless, you continue to constantly evolve in your style and deliver future classic tracks like this one. What are your current influences? What other labels are releasing some interest stuff at the moment?
Jon Dasilva: There may be influences from Italo Disco or Chicago House but as likely are influences from Japanese electronica and Kraut Rock. You know, basically I make music as I feel it and it more or less keeps fitting this label and that label year in and sometimes out! My current favorites are Modern Love, Life and Death, Visionquest, and the all seasons Mobilee and Get Physical get special attention…
WMWL: Production-wise what can we expect from Jon Dasilva in the next 6 month? EPs, Side-projects and collaborations?
Ok..I have a production and writing partner Jonas Nilsson who I now do all my projects with and we have a few! Next release is “Tuff Beat” and “Yessir” by my band Hallo Halo. It comes, in 2 weeks, as the 1st release on the reVnO label, which has been set up by the guys behind Soul Mekanik. There are a bunch of tracks in a similar vein in the mixing stage and then 2 band projects…one with Donald Waugh on vocals and one with Christine Deckert Nilsson on vocals…so its gonna be a busy year.
Posted in Featured, News | Tagged house track of the year, idea, jon dasilva, love somebody else, maceo plex, wmc | Leave a commentTiger Stripes releases Bright Lights on Off Recordings
On Feb 6 by admin
Tiger Stripes aka Mikael Nordgren never seems to sit still in his Stockholm studio. Following the recent releases on Get Physical and My Favorite Robot, here is another epic vocal track, produced and sang by Mikael himself. This time on Off Recordings where the label boss – Andre Crom delivers a lovely deep re-rub.
A Guy Called Gerald releases How Long Is Now (which solds out immediately)
On Jan 27 by adminLegendary A Guy Called Gerald has left his infinite mark on the electronic music scene, significantly influencing the acid house scene to kick off in Europe in the late 80’s.
The huge amount of productions on his resume tells the story of his success, and with his latest release ‘How Long Is Now’ he will surely keep on breaking new ground. The EP containing 3 tracks including Groove Of The Ghetto just went into second reprint after selling out the whole stock in less then one month.
Posted in Featured, News | Tagged A Guy Called Gerald, groove of the ghetto, how long is now | Leave a commentTandem Sky album release
On Dec 27 by admin
Tandem Sky is the brilliant super-duo consistent of Mikael Nordgren, more known as Tiger stripes and Magnus Carlson from Weeping Willows. Magnus soulful song and Mikael’s deep beats blends together so perfectly it’s easy to see why there was an instant liking between the two.
The first singles, Victoria and New Dawn, have already generated remixes from Jon DaSilva, Jesper Dahlbäck and the electro pop band Familjen. With support from Warner Music Sweden and WMWL, Tandem Sky will set out on a club tour around Scandinavia after releasing the much longed for first album in February 2013.
Full info & Booking Inquiries.
Posted in Featured, News | Tagged Magnus Carlson, mikael nordgren, Tandem Sky, tiger stripes | Leave a commentJonsson/Alter live on Red Bull Music Radio
On Nov 18 by admin
The dynamic duo Jonsson / Alter (Kontra Musik) recently played at a Red Bull powered night at Culture Box in Copenhagen.
The whole set was recorded and is now available for your listening pleasure at RBMAR.
Also, the Kontra Musik label boss Ulf Eriksson brings a live recored mix set with personal favorites and well picked gems from the label.
Posted in Featured, News | Tagged culture box, Jonsson / Alter, Kontra Musik, rbma, red bull, ulf eriksson | Leave a commentTM404 – New project by Andreas Tilliander
On Nov 7 by admin
Andreas Tilliander is about to release his debut as TM404, a new concept from this incredibly versatile producer. It’s a remixvinyl on label Kontra Musik with two remixes of Morphosis. The full lenght album is out in January, but you can have a sneak peak already. Listen here!
Posted in Featured, News | Tagged Andreas Tilliander, Kontra Musik, TM404 | Leave a comment
Özgür Can – Album Preview and Interview
On Oct 16 by admin
The multitalented Stockholm based Özgür Can is just about to release a much wished-for debut album. October the 25th ‘ Put me in a box and label me’ is out on newly started label ‘ Eat My House’. We caught up with Özgür for a album preview and a short interview.
1: It’s your debut album – Describe it.
Özgür Can: it feels amazing! finally after all these years! i dont know how many albums ive started in the past but never finished.
2. What’s the difference between this album and your older productions?
Özgür Can: the big difference is that i´ve mainly done dancemusic in the past and this album is the exact opposite!
when i started making this album i was abit tired of dancemusic and was listening to alot of other kinds of music that inspired me!
this album is the result of many years of listening to all kinds of music! but this does not mean im not gonna make music for the dancefloors anymore 😉 i´m producing more now more than ever so watch out!
3. What does your future plans look like? Any upcoming Gigs/Productions/Colabs?
Listen to Put me in a Box and label me
Posted in Featured, News | Tagged interview, Özgur Can, put me in a box and label me | Leave a commentDjuma Soundsystem remixes Maya Jane Coles ‘ No Sympathy’
On Oct 5 by admin
Djuma Soundsystem’s signature sound and Maya Jane Cole’s voice blends in so well together, this remix is a given success. Flawlessly, Mikka’s guides Maya’s delightfully deep and dreamy voice through ‘No Sympathy’ in the sophisticated manner that has become so significant. Soulful with a clear emphasis on the solid beats.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uZk9ezV6GE
Neither Maya nor Djuma Soundsystem needs no further introduction by now, a collaboration between the two of them feels only natural, and has undoubtedly proved to be a winning combination!
‘No Sympathy’ is now out on indie dance music label Elite Records, give it a listen here
http://www.beatport.com/track/no-sympathy-djuma-soundsystem-mix/3801369
Posted in Featured, News | Tagged Djuma Soundsystem, elite records, maya jane coles, no sympathy | Leave a commentNew vinyl from Mr K’Alexi – four unreleased tracks!
On Sep 26 by admin
Moving in the right circuits since his very introduction to the scene, Mr K’Alexi Shelby is a true veteran. Regarded one of the biggest influences on the Chicago techno scene, he has throughout the years collaborated with some of the electro scenes absolute legends.
Now K’Alexi unleashes four unreleased tracks on vinyl, taking it back to the very roots! ‘1000 shades of K’ is just out on Chiwax.’
The vinyl can be ordered at Juno
