Filed under: International-Intergalactic Sounds
DJ Nuts live on Dublab Radio
Once again, I have to thank the great people over at Dublab for consistently bringing beautiful sounds to the world – special thanks to Frosty. Whenever you just want some good music and vibes to go along with your day, be sure to tune in to DUBLAB radio. Of course, for this mix extra special thanks goes out to DJ Nuts for being down enough to not mind being further shared around the internet. DJ Nuts is truly an amazing dj with amazing records. This mix is actually from a couple years ago, but I’ve never tired of it and am finally putting it up here. I love this mix. Hope you all enjoy it and pass it along. We hope to be blessed with some more goodness from DJ Nuts in the future.
The mix took place at the Dublab studio while DJ Nuts, along with legendary percussionists Joao “Comanche” Parahyba (Trio Mocoto) and Ivan “Mamao” Conti (Azymuth), were in LA for the premiere of the film “Brasilintime“. The film put together hip hop artists and Brasilian musicians to make some magic (see some video clips below). The mix by DJ Nuts is a sweetly mixed adventure through some rare Brasilian vinyl. PLEASE ENJOY.
(For some more amzing, and even better mixes from DJ Nuts, go here)
Thank you again DJ Nuts & Dublab.
このmixはDublabのpodcastからきました。Dublabのボスが昔からの友達ので、盗むのは大丈夫です ：） ありがとうFROSTY!
今回はBrasilのdj champion DJ Nutsというdjが自分のレコードlibraryからの珍しいBrasilianレコードをめっちゃスムーズにライブmix作りました。BRASILINTIMEという映画のロードショーのためにLos Angelesにきて、Dublab studioでinterviewとこのmixをやりました。 BrasilintimeはBrasilの有名なパーカショニストーとhip hop djとアメリカの有名hip hop artists(Madlib, J Dilla, Cut Chemist, Egon etc.)を集めてライブ作りましたのドキュメンタリーです。
DJ Nutsにもありがとう！！
本当にいいmixなので、是非聞いてください～～～
(もっとDJ Nuts聞きたかったら、ここへ）
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Mirror (you can also download here)
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Deadbeat VS Luke Hess @ UNIT in Tokyo
First off, if you’re a reader who’s not into minimal electronic music, just skip this post.
Unfortunately this is not a post of a mix or live pa – just my comments on last night’s show.
So I dig on both Deadbeat and Hess’s music. I haven’t spent that much time exploring either, but more so Hess because, well, Echocord etc. just usually does my head in. However after just playing records and drinking at a monthly event at a little reggae bar from 7-12, I wasn’t exactly sure how well I’d hold up listening to some mellow, dubbed out techno until the first train in the morning – as much as I do love that music.
So I needn’t tell you how elated my feet and I were to just get carried away till the end with some banging 4 on the floor superbness all – night – long. Such a pleasant surprise.
If my foggy memory serves me correctly, I believe it was DJ Wada who was playing before Deadbeat and when I walked in. EXCELLENT deep and banging warm up set…got everyone ready and cheering.
I was actually worried he got everyone too ready. As soon as he just killed the crowd with his last 3 or 4 excellent crowd pleasers (builds and everything) I was so worried that Deadbeat might just come and put everyone to sleep…I mean I kinda figured (judging from the new album and all) that there’d definitely be some danceable stuff, but I’ve been put to sleep by better. How-to-the-ever, Deadbeat just took that energy and RAN. Literally, besides a minute or two of warm up beatless noise and a dub track near the end, it was BANGING the WHOLE time. Maybe others are aware of this side of Deadbeat and I’ve just been in the dark, but considering this was a live PA, it was so much more hard hitting than I expected. The crowd LOVED it.
Then, Luke Hess took over at the controls. Again, just kicked everyone’s ass. Banging the WHOLE set. Granted, UNIT’s system helped and all, but the energy in this live set, as with Deadbeat, completely surpassed my expectations from what I’d heard up to this point. For me, Hess’s set was the absolute highlight. Again, Deadbeat’s set was superb, but I just love that Hess sound…and combined with just banging 4/4….whew. Really, I pretty much stopped buying techno vinyl and started dabbling in djing other kinds of music about 7 years ago and only occasionally listened to techno in that time. However, thanks to the Echocord camp, Sandwell District etc…, and shows like last night – I’m back in.
For those hoping for a mellow, dubbed out evening, the night must have been a major disappointment, but, from the looks of the crowd, Deadbeat and Hess knew EXACTLY what everyone secretly wanted. It was kinda like going in to an event expecting some Chain Reaction/V. Delay dubbyness and actually getting hard hitting Basic Channel/Maurizio - hard to be disappointed. For me it was one of those “ok, techno is really back. there really IS quality, quality shit being put out right now and there seems to be more to come” realization nights. I’ll happily enjoy their mellower stuff on my headphones -
I hung around for some of the last Djs set, mainly waiting for the train, but was also a very quality set.
2 random thoughts that came through my head during the evening ~
First, one of the absolute best things about seeing an artist just work a crowd in Japan is the huge, childlike, shit-eatin grin that inevitably takes over the artist’s face when the Japanese crowd erupts into cheers in all the right places. It’s heartwarming all around. It was more than clear that Luke Hess enjoyed the evening, and even more so that we the crowd did as well.
Second, as much as I really really enjoyed Dj Wada’s set, I just can’t enjoy watching CDjs. I know topics like digital/analog, live mixing/ableton etc… are overly talked about, volatile subjects that bring out the snobbery in the best/worst of us, but I just can’t help it. Maybe I should look at the bright side and take pleasure in the fact that I was able to sit back and enjoy the visuals more than I usually do when I’m watching the records go round. But still, it really just loses something watching, even listening to, a DJ flip through his CD folder and eject/insert….. Both of the DJs were CD only, bummer.
My original plan was to repost a Deadbeat mix an oursoundtracks contributor put together a while ago, and one of the Luke Hess mixes floating around on the net, but neither reflect the evening in the least. So, I’m leaving it here. If anyone out there has *hard-hitting* sets from either artist, let me know. I would love to have some audio to go along with this post.
Filed under: International-Intergalactic Sounds
REGIS – FACT MIX
Nothing I enjoy more than hearing mixes of DJs known for one particular genre surprise us with a mix of something completely different. Some of the mixes here from Silent Servant are perfect examples – glad to add this one from Regis & FACT Magazine to the list.
1. swell maps – international rescue
2. the prefects – barbarellas
3. spizzenergi – where’s captain kirk
4. fashion – sodium pentathol negative
5. the au pairs – it’s obvious
6. the dangerous girls – mo75
7. the cravats – rub me out
9. ausgang – here it comes
10. we’ve got a fuzzbox and we’re going to use it – xx sex
11. steel pulse – handsworth revolution
12. joe crow – compulsion
13 mighty mighty – everybody knows the monkey
14. felt – day the rain came down.
Filed under: minimal
more Silent Servant
In my effort to build the largest collection of Jasper/Silent Servant mixes outside of Juan’s bedroom (laugh), here’s more. This time we’ve got two mixes coming from past LA events at Interface. Plus a reminder link to check out Silent Servant’s latest mix at MNML SSGS (a site I just can’t say enough about). All of this coming EXTREMELY late, but for those who haven’t found these mixes yet, please enjoy.
(check the “BY DJ” section for more mixes by Silent Servant – both techno and non)
今 回またSilent Servantのmixをみつ紹介します。本人の部屋以外、一番Silent Servantのmixを集まってる所がoursoundtracksだろう(笑). 今回の二つのmixはロスにあるミニマル・テクノーイベントInterfaceというかなりいいpartyのライブセットです。もう一つは、MNML SSGSというテクノーブロッグのために作られているmixです。ミニマルテクノーを好き方に大おすすめブロッグです。
Interface, who is looking to celebrate their 7th anniversary, throws some great minimal parties in LA. Given that I moved out of LA exactly 7 years ago, I’ve never been able to make it to one of their parties, but you can see by their lineups and podcasts that they are worth every penny. Definitely check their podcast for these mixes and many more.
Interface 26
This night was part of the Sandwell District label tour with sets by Regis and Function as well - would have LOVED to have been here. Great set from Silent Servant.
このイベントはSandwell DistrictというラベルのUS tourの一つでした。行きたかったな〜！Silent Servantのセットはばっちりです！
Silent Servant mix live @ Interface 26
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Sendpace Mirror (you can download here too)
The visuals at this party are fantastic – check the video.
more videos from Interface
Interface 22
This mix starts off a bit rough, probably first DJ of the evening technical difficulties or what have you, but 10 mins in and its good to go – typical Silent Servant goodness.
このmixの最初の１０分はちょっと不安感があるけど、それからSilent Servantぽく、ナイスmixです。
Silent Servant mix live @ Interface 22
Sendpace mirror (you can also download here)
Last, but certainly not least, is a link to the latest mix Silent Servant made for MNML SSGS a couple months back. First off, site should be at the top of your bookmark list if you’re into minimal techno – cream of the crop in my opinion. Many thanks to the “sausages”. Secondly, this mix in particular is one of my favorites to come from Silent Servant – ever. Fantastic.
そうして、最後はMNML SSGSさん達のexclusive Silent Servant mix. MNML SSGS最高！ 絵像クリック
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TRACKS
1. Kim Rapatti (Mood EP/ Untilted II)
2. Decimal (Spatial Remedy)
3. Levon Vincent (Early Reflections)
4. Dave Hughes (From The Beginning)
5. JD power tools (B2)
6. Frozen boarder 01 (A)
7. Redshape (The Box)
8. Ben Klock (Grasp)
9. Planetary Assualt Systems (Mark Me)
10. N/A Variance (Marcel Dettmann edit)
11. Edit Select (Restrained)
12. Radio Slave (Neverending…)
13. Shena (T++ rmx)
14. Technose district ( killer record!!!)
15. Redshape (Plonk)
16. Abuser 1 (b2)
17. Silent servant (Violencia/Kalon mix)
18. Sleeparchive (Elephant Island)
19. Christian Morgenstern (Spiegelkerker)
20. Mark Broom (Black Russian)
21. Norman Nodge (Native Rhythm Electric)
22. Kirk Degiorgio (I Do Not Exist)
23. Maurizio ploy (UR mix)
24. CH-Signal Laboratories (Regis Edit/Sandwell District 12 )
25. Electromagnetic Dowsing / synth 1(Deepchord/Mike Huckaby mix)
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Moorie’s 6070 Psychedelic, Garage and Beat Sounds
here’s another FANTASTIC moorieman mix, probably my favorite yet. This set takes you around the world for an international sampling of some crackling and grooving sounds from all corners. A truly superb selection. RECOMMENDED
Filed under: International-Intergalactic Sounds
Mari’s Loser Mod Mix
Here’s a mix brought to you by fellow mix-makin-lover and LOSER in Nagasaki; Mari. We exchanged mix cds by mail and this was one of my favorites. A mix of mainly 60’s UK Mod and Psychedelic rock that finishes strong giving us a taste of its Japanese contemporaries The Spiders, and OX. There’s also a track by a contemporary Japanese band The Crazy Ken Band that though modern, goes well with the mix. Thank you Mari!! Looking forward to more!
Here’s the playlist:
1. Darling
2-3. The Mascots
4. Them
5. High Numbers
6-7. Small Faces
8. George Fame
9-11. Manfred Mann
12-17. Tomorrow
18. Crazy Ken Band
19-20. The Spiders
21-25. OX
Filed under: International-Intergalactic Sounds
the lolotape
If anyone has shown me the joys of mixtapes it has been Pete St. Lawrence. His creativeness and thoughtfulness in choice and cover art work, has always made me have to turn it up a notch when returning the favor. It has been a few years but Peter and I have shared soooo much music together over the years…it’s what we do best together. This is just one amongst many a mix of good tunes I’ve received from Pete.
Enjoy the adventure – - – - – -
the lolotape (by Pete St.Lawrence)
-1974 / robyn hitchcock
-road runner / jonathan richman and the modern lovers
-cook ya homos / the sun city girls
-iay bari / fanfare ciocarlia
-incest is best / the sun city girls
-i killed a cat / bonnie prince billy
-? / songs: ohia
-? / jollie holland
-i hope that something better comes along / rowlf the dog and kermit the from (Jim Hensen)
-jocky full of bourbon / tom waits
-don’t you know / ray charles
-fire spirit / the gun club
-sarah you’re lazy / low
-distortions / clinic
-hallelujah / jeff buckley
-fish trap (grey ice water) / modest mouse
-aspectacle / can
-slink fest / milk cult
-? / matmos
-? / stock, hausen, and walkman
Filed under: International-Intergalactic Sounds
9/11
DJ Emskee: I Trade The World
(passed on from soul-sides)
Some brilliantly mixed soul etc. just right to take in whatever 9/11 means to you. Thank you soul-sides and DJ Emskee.
DJ Emskeeは9月１１日にNYのTwin Towersの近くに住んでいて、あの日のショックを吐き出すためにこのmixを作りました。 本当に素晴らしいDJ。 最高に気持ちいいmix。 是非
Filed under: Roots Reggae, Dub, Ska, Funk, Soul
WACKIE’S Mix (all originals) – by Tetsu
This mix is a real treasure coming from a great DJ and friend Tetsu-san. Tetsu has blessed us by becoming a regular DJ at our monthly event “Dub Smokin” every 4th Sat. @ Drum Song in Shimokitazawa. He’s been collecting reggae vinyl for over 20 years and usually puts the rest of us to shame with his wicked selection of mainly original presses. Recently Tetsu-san has been setting a theme for his set each event, and last time at Dub Smokin was an all Wackie’s set which was just amazing – especially on a big soundsystem. Tetsu was kind enough to record a sampling of his Wackie’s all original collection for us. THANK YOU TETSU-SAN
こ のmixは最高な人とセレクターTETSUさんからきています！ うちらが第四・土 下北沢のDrum Songでやっているイベント”Dub Smokin”のレグラーメンバーです。 ２０年以上Reggae Recordsを集まってる大先輩、いつも、いつも素晴らしいselection回してくれる。。。是非、見に来てください！！この間のDub SmokinでTETSUさんがALL ORINGINAL WACKIESセット回しました。それで、oursoundtracksのために同じようなmix作ってくれました。最高です！
WACKIE’S was an amazing “reggae” label/studio/store started in NY in the 70s by Lloyd Barnes (check wikipedia for more info). Lo-fi, gritty, soulful, Wackie’s has been widely influential.
“Most if not all of the original (1970’s and 80′) Wackies recorded releases are out-of-print and in demand among reggae music collectors. Germans Moritz Von Oswald and Mark Ernestus, passionate devotees of the label’s sound, have undertaken an extensive and ongoing 12″ and LP re-issue campaign for the label through an exclusive imprint in the Basic Channel record label family, bearing the Wackies logo and label design. To date, the imprint has put out work from artists such as Horace Andy, Wayne Jarrett, Love Joys, The Meditations, and Sugar Minott, as well as several strictly dub releases by Wackies-sponsored bands. ” – Wikipedia
For me personally this coming together of Wackie’s and Basic Channel was HUGE. Just out of high school I really got into minimal techno music, especially deep minimal stuff like Berlin’s Basic Channel and Chain Reaction, but new very little about reggae besides Marley and early ska. At this time I had no clue about the connection between techno and reggae (more specifically dub). A few years later my interest in techno waned and interest in hip hop and roots/dub music grew. When I later bought a Wackie’s re-issue I felt I had a divine revelation when I realized that this re-issue of reggae/dub was being released by none other than the minimal techno master minds of the previously mentioned Basic Channel and Chain Reaction, Moritz Von Oswald and Mark Ernestus. It all came full circle to me. I couldn’t believe I never realized it before, how massively the Berlin minimal techno sound was influenced by the Dub music of the 70s and early 80s. And now, here are my favorite techno producers re-releasing some of my favorite reggae. It all came completely full circle when Ernestus and Von Oswald as Rhythm and Sound collaborated with original Wackie’s artists to release some absolutely mind blowing electronic-dub versions of Wackie music. Listen:
２０００ 年代に元minimal techno/minimal dub producers Moritz Von Oswald and Mark Ernustus (Rhythm and Sound) from the labels Basic Channel/Chain Reaction in BerlinがWackie’s再発をガンガン出しました。私は元々minimal techno djだったんで、このドイツ人二人大好きだったので、十年後、この二人は最高なレーゲを再発出してるのはものすごくうれしい偶然／運命でした。 そうして、この円が完成したのはRhythm and SoundがWackie’s musician達と一緒に最高なelectronic-dub versions作りました〜 下にきいてみて：
Needless to say, when Tetsu agreed to make this all original Wackie’s set for the site I was thrilled. Now, given everything I said about the connection between dub music/Wackie’s/and Berlin minimal techno, and if you’ve been a fan of the Wackie’s stuff re-released by the German label you may be expecting a set of all heavy roots and dub…this is not the case. The Wackie’s studio and label produced a wide range of reggae music in its years of productivity. This mix is a good sampling of that range…some of the stuff has been re-issued, but a lot of it hasn’t.
[For a full (still being updated) collection of Testu's Wackie collection go here]
NOW, FINALLY, FOR THE MIX – ENJOY!
TETSU’S WACKIE’S ORIGINALS MIX
Skin Tight Part I / Bullwackies All Stars
Look Over Yonder / Ras Ifton & The Zionites
Black Horns / Baba Leslie & Mark
Jah Children / Johnny Osbourne
Come Let’s Go / Wayne Jarrett
Pollution In The City / Johnny Clarke
I Wanna Get Next To You / Andrea L’amy
So Much Loving / Chosen Brothers
Love Makes The World Go Round / Jah Batta & Positive Vibes
Stop The World / Ken Boothe & M. Lara
Prophecy / Horace Andy
Tribal War / Noel Delahaye
Loving Man / African Jamaicans
Creation / Itopia
Message From Jah / Itopia
It’s Like Yesterday / Noel Delahaye
Forward On A Yard / Leroy Sibbles & the Heptones
It Takes Time / Stranger Cole
Home By The Sea / Andrew McCalla
I Was Born To Be Loved / Andrew McCalla
What’s Wrong With You / Jerry Hitler
I Love My Music / Max Romeo
Forever And Ever / Lloyd Barnes
Filed under: minimal
Immigrant Records 10th B-Day Mix
