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M A K O O M BA ARE THE BIGGEST BAND IN ZIMBABWE, ACHIEVING GLOBAL RECOGNITION, WITH THEIR BREAKTHROUGH ALBUM RISING TIDE. Five years on, with an established global fan base after playing in over 40 countries, they’ve released their selfproduced third album, Luyando (Out Here Records). Attracting glowing reviews, the album blends their pan-African sound with traditional rhythms and themes - a collection of soulful and emotive songs celebrating their Zimbabwean culture and traditions. We caught up with the band between gigs as they prepare to headline the forthcoming Africa Oyé Festival, in Liverpool on the 17th June and perform on the following day at 229 the Venue in London.
grateful to people who make it possible as well as our audiences. Some highlights we can mention however are the Apollo Theatre in New York, Womad and Africa Oyé in the U.K., Roskilde in Denmark, Sziget Festival in Hungary, Paleo Festival in Switzerland, Gwanju World Music Festival in South Korea and our live appearance on the famous UK TV programme, Later with Jools Holland.
The new album, Luyando has a more stripped back, acoustic sound – what made you choose this direction – you are going back to your roots? Luyando was a way not quite to go It’s been five years since the last back, because we never left, but rather album – Rising Tide - what have to demonstrate our idea of how our been the highlights and memorable traditional music intersects with our moments over the past 5 years? everyday life experiences and music Rising Tide became a tremendous influences as we live and work in success and won us numerous accoZimbabwe. While for us the traditional lades including the Songlines Magazine - rhythms and melodies are always there Best Newcomer Award in 2013 for when we make music, on Luyando they example. As a result, we got numerous are made more visible, with a stripped performance requests, which resulted in down, acoustic approach. a number of international tours, which Tonga is a big influence on a lot of the took us across Europe, US, Asia and songs on the album – songs such as Africa. The truth is that every concert ‘Kulindiswe’ and ‘Kambowa’ – why do we play, big or small was special in its you think this is? own way and we are always super
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For most of us, Tonga is the foundational culture and forms our understanding of music. Tonga is a very rich musical tradition, with a wealth of interesting rhythms and sounds that we have always been drawn to and will continue to explore. The album has very strong vocal harmonies on a number of songs – such as ‘Nyaradzo’ and ‘Mabemba’ how important is the voice as an instrument? In our culture, the voice is the first instrument that we learn and when it comes to singing. The most important objective of music in our culture is communication of thoughts and feelings and in different settings; it's communication with oneself, with one another and with the ancestors etc.
Focus on the vocals really emphasises these more spiritual aspects. You have toured globally in more than 40 countries in the past 5 years – how did being away from home affect the band, the songs you write and the new album? Being away from home for long periods of time is never easy. Of course phone, Skype, email and social media help us keep in touch but we always start to miss home after only a few weeks of travel. That said, the way we approach creating and writing music has not changed much, it is still a collaborative effort but each one of us has grown tremendously over the past several years from the exposure to different environments, music and different stage acts and all of this contributes to the creative process.
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M A K O O M BA How important is your birthplace – Chinotimba Township, Victoria Falls how important has it been that the band is from a border area? Looking back, it is a blessing for us to be from Victoria Falls, a melting pot where Zambia, Namibia and Zimbabwe meet. We grew up among people from different cultures living together in harmony as well as an added layer of a constant flow of tourists from around the world. We were exposed to a lot of languages, cultures and music and that inspired us to think big and look beyond our circumstances and to want to travel the world to share in the same way many people shared with us. What is the music industry like in Zimbabwe at the moment? The music industry is currently very vibrant but there are challenges. The advent of new and cheaper technology has made it easy for new entrants to record, produce and deliver their products to market at a low cost. On the other hand, piracy has driven down the selling price of CDs and that has killed off the traditional music business. Technology driven solutions like streaming will take a lot longer to work in Zimbabwe because there are still many challenges with internet connectivity as well as payment systems. The major revenue earner for artists is live music and this will be sustained for
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a long time to come because audiences immensely appreciate and support live music. Tell us about Zimbabwean bands and artists we should listen to – your recommendations? There is a new generation of bands and artists that are doing well; Hope Masike for pop with a traditional spin, Ammara Brown and Bryan Kadengu in pop, Vee Mukarati in contemporary jazz. Zimbabwe has been through economic and political turmoil – how does this affect being in a band? As a band, we are just as affected as everyone else by the economic and political challenges in Zimbabwe. The situation is complex and people are polarised. We as musicians attract to our concerts people from diverse backgrounds and political persuasions so we hope that we are, in our own small way, making a contribution by creating spaces for engagement that boost social cohesion. How would you introduce Mokoomba and your music to a new listener? Mokoomba's music is a fusion of our traditional music, mixed with local, regional and international influences to produce a sound that is danceable, sweet and emotionally engaging. Wayne Wright
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It happens too many times… Some of the most influential bands are some of the most overlooked. That’s the case for Cortex, who came to light in the 70s and still provide inspiration for musicians today. Even though their music has been sampled time and again, they’ve hardly had a glimpse of popularity. That’s why we are more than a little excited about a gig happening on the 15th of June at the Jazz Café in Camden, where They will celebrate the reissue of their debut album Troupeau Bleu. Marco Canepari
TROPICALISTA THAMES BOAT PARTY @ DUTCH MASTER PARTY BOAT (LONDON 10TH JUNE 2017) Here we are again; ready to jump on board the beautiful ‘Dutch Master’ with our flip-flops and party mood. The Tropicalista Thames Boat Party is just about to set sail for the second year in row. From Tower Bridge dock and back, fully loaded with Latin, Caribbean and West African vibes. There won’t be any Thames barrier strong enough to hold back the rhythmic tidal wave produced by DJs Cal Jader, Russ Jones and Count Skylarkin. All aboard and ready to dance. Marco Canepari
FOCUS FESTIVAL @ RICH MIX (LONDON 2ND JUNE 2017) ation love to do When it comes to music, the people at Focus Organis traditions, so things right. They wanted to pay homage to African musical the stage at Rich they decided to put on a 10-hour festival that will take Mix on the 2nd of June. 40 artists will take part in a show, running throughout the night. You’ll enjoy all that Africa has to offer, with big names such as Kanda Bongo Man, Native Sun and Kadialy Kouyate presenting African music in all of its unique glory. Marco Canepari
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FAT FREDDYS DROP @ ALEXANDRA PALACE (LONDON, 3RD JUNE 2017) We know that it’s too easy, almost predictable to recommend a Fat Freddy’s Drop gig. Every time the loud, larger than life New Zealand big and loud band visits come to London, they create such a hype that you know about it at least a month in advance one month early. But, we can’t get enough of their sound. It surrounds, surrounds embraces and envelops you throughout their performance and you can’t help but avoid to dance, skank and following its smooth, irresistible vibe. Their distinguishe d and persuasive blend of between upbeat groove, urban mood, and dance and electronic boost have created a large, well deserved and dedicated following all over the world. So it won’t surprise us at all, when that their upcoming London show at Alexandra Palace will be marked as go ‘Sold Out’, as has often it often happened in the past. Marco Canepari
LA PEGATINA @ SCALA (LONDON 10TH JUNE 2017) and El Barrí Gotic Even though No matter places like El if El Raval, las Ramblas feel like being in (and are far hundreds of miles away, for one night it will you’ll drive is indeed partying in) beautiful Barcelona. La Pegatina’s rhythmic they’ve broughting quintessentially and energetically Catalonianthand since 2003, will seize London and it along to everywhere they play. On the 10 of June, they sound, inspired by and Scala with their rumba catalana red-blooded and grooving and Latin America.n tons of influences coming from all over the Mediterranean regions. They’re worthy heirs of artists like Manu Chao, Sergent Garcia, Macaco and Che Sudaka, and bringing forward the patchanka’s word…so, you won’t need to ask them twice to put you firmly in the mood tolet you dance and , have fun, amidst a unique atmosphere of Catalan good vibes and feel-good sounds. Marco Canepari
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DAY @ VICTORIA PARK FIELD (LONDON, 3RD JUNE 2017) Field Day Festival returns for its 11th year this coming June. Held in Victoria Park, East London as has become its tradition, this time however it will take place on the Saturday only, rather than lasting for two days as it has in the past. Fear not though, as despite the festival being shorter, a brand new stage has been added to the roster this year. Called ‘The Barn’, it is a gigantic indoor stage that will concur with the main one, having state of the art lighting rigs and a high-powered sound system. And if that is not enough, it will be headlined by Aphex Twin, for one of his very rare live performances, as well as hosting an electronic only line-up with acts such as Nicolas Jaar and Nina Kraviz. There is something for every taste this year: from Syrian dance sensation Omar Souleyman to the rock of Slowdive, from Nigerian King Sunny Ade to Londoners Loyle Carner, Gaika and Mura Masa, from hip hop to pop and experimental, and as always; a very good food selection to enjoy between performances. Paola Laforgia
VIEUX FARKA TOURÉ @JAZZ CAFE (16TH JUNE 2017) Hailing from a flaming country lined with sandy gold, Vieux Farka Touré is one of Mali’s most shining jewels. He is the son of Ali Farka Touré, a highly regarded Saharan blues guitarist. Vieux secretly followed in his father’s footsteps to become a master guitar-tickling musician acclaimed for his immense skill. He writes a fusion of entrancing fast-paced African guitar licks combined with melancho lic blues and electric funk. In June he will be bringing his new album on tour to London’s Jazz Cafe, showcasing his latest work from new record Samba. The title means second-born in his native tongue and gives a nod of respect to his late father. Vieux is known for his raw unplanned energy on stage, which leads to an ever-changing performance as he openly channels his free spirit. Watch Vieux sparkle across the stage as he mixes traditional Malian sounds alongside contemporary styles with the inevitable sand-slide of speedy string plucking. Jane Cocklin
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AFROCUBISM REVISITED @ ISLINGTON ASSEMBLY HALL (23RD APRIL 2017) The concept behind AfroCubism is to celebrate and unite Mali and Cuba’s hottest musicians, exploring the spirit of their collective soul. In addition to strong historical social and political links between the nations, they now also share a common rhythmic language. AfroCubism Revisited, hosted at Islington’s regal Assembly Hall, a stunning art deco gem in North London, is the second incarnation of this unique event. The musicians lived up to their reputations. Only Bassekou Kouyaté remains from the original line-up but he brought musical royalty with him in the form of Senegalese kora player Seckou Keita and Cuban musicians Yelfris Valdés, Piki Bosh and Hammadi Valdés. The first half was all about crowd pleasers; Cuban folk song ‘Ai Vaiven De Mi Carreta’, and Yelfris
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Valdés stunning the audience as only he can. The heat was rising and the acoustic sound of Bassekou Kouyaté’s N’goni transported the audience to faraway lands. Each musician had their time to shine, and as always Keita painted the air with many shades of colour, inviting the audience to escape the darkness with his solo piece ‘If Only I Knew’. The second half showcased what Afro-Cuban rhythms are all about; Hammadi Valdés kept an impeccable dancing groove, then the crowd went crazy as Guantanamera started... This was a gig where, from the very first minute, mouths were agape and feet shuffled. Each performance unique, all unforgettable. The evening was a marriage of spirituality, ancestry and skill. Jane Cocklin
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LA MAMBANEGRA El CALLEGÜESO Y SU MALA MAÑA (MOVIMIENTOS RECORDS) With his characteristic hat and sunglasses comes El Callegüeso (Jacobo Vélez) and his ‘Colombian Break Salsa.’ This new release further advances La Mambanegra’s style, featuring a diverse range of artists, along with Colombian orchestral support. A mixture of elements combine to make their brand of salsa full of unique, colourful style. The album cover itself represents the challenging attitude of salsa and especially of El Callegüeso’s character. The style of La Mambanegra splices the salsa traditions of New York, Jamaica and Colombian music. Funk and hip-hop add to the group’s unique flavour and vibe, highly recommended for those who love Latin grooves. La Mambanegra’s orchestra is elevated by its leader and alto sax Jacobo Vélez, Julia Díaz Santa (vocals and dancing), Sergio Ramírez Orobio “Checho” (vocals and guiro), Víctor González (piano), Diego Giraldo “Cachorro” (trumpet), Mifa Lucumí (trombone), Frank Rentería “El Turki” (baritone), Jeffery Obando Carabali (bass), Harold Orozco (drums), and Juan Epifanio Bazán (congas). The album opens with Puro Potenkem, featuring Maite Hontele (trumpet) and Denilson Ibargüen (congas). The track is presented by El Callegüeso who appears throughout the album. Part of his life and his loves are told in El sabor de la guayaba, which features Santiago Jiménez. As a contrast, Cantaré para vos promises that
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Callegüeso will sing for his beloved girl in the morning, at her window. Then, rap combines with salsa, making La Compostura an invitation to dance, while La fokin bomba introduces a new and more dynamic style, with fast rhythms and exciting cadences. Its solo for piano makes the song even more attractive. The slow tempo of El blues de Yemaya, featuring Yasek Manzano (trumpet), describes the streets of La Havana, after which the excitement of salsa rises once again with Kool and the Mamba, followed by a series of improvisations (piano, sax and other wind instruments) in Me parece perfecto. The tumbaos and percussion of El malembe create a very attractive song. Featuring Wilson Viviros, then Last but not least, Barro caliente features Jorge Huertas. Without any doubt, Movimientos Records have released a remarkable album, and a true paradigm of salsa’s evolution into the 21st century. The listening experience is one of a kind and deserves endless plays. Emilio Casco Centeno
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Oumou Sangaré has long been musical royalty in Mali. Known for her formidable vocals and fearless messages, she is celebrated for her feminine sovereignty and depth of traditional style. Holding a Grammy to her name, she is not only an African star but an international figure. Her newest release is called Mogoya meaning ‘People Today’, the songs lay bare a lion-hearted soul devotedly delivering tales of emotional conflict alongside showers of electric guitar and whirling keys which blow seasonally around her vocal strides.Sangaré has made a decision to push her style towards a more modern influence to connect to younger audiences. Moving into new territory can be a dangerous change, but this album proves that those who dare can succeed. The agility of Sangaré’s vocals reflects why she is revered, and why her status is so well earned. This album shows you don’t need to throw traditions aside to bring a contemporary edge to your music. Jane Cocklin
Spoek Mathambo - Mzansi Beat Code (Teka Records)] what he calls the The sound of Spoek Mathambo has always been rich in with South African ‘Township Tech’, his very own fusion of house and hip hop 14 he dropped his fifth local music, both traditional and contemporary. On April more his versatility. His solo album Mzansi Beat Code - in which he proves once hesitation. Want Ur beats are carefully crafted to make everyone dance without – both featuring the Love and I Found you are straightforward, compelling tracks soulful voices of Kajama, the young duo of sisters Nandi and Nongoma Ndlovu, and produced by the collective Fantasma. Throughout the album, Spoek moves skilfully through genres, mixing them, overlapping sounds, juxtaposing hip-hop with indefinable, yet melodic songs like Volcan. Each track has a strong energy, for that very reason Mzansi Beat Code sounds more like an ambitious collection of standalone tracks rather than a uniform work connected from start to finish. Stefania Vulpi
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DAYME AROCENA-CUBAFONIA (BROWNSWOOD RECORDINGS) Caribbean societies are often subject to a certain gaze, in search of exotica. The cultural region’s best musicians are those who break the expectations of such a gaze, and produce music rooted in artistry, Dayme Arocena is one such musician.Cubafonia opens with ‘Eleggua;’ pure postmodern Jazz entrancing us down a rabbit hole of Afro-Cuban spirituality. Post modernity is jazzy on Cubafonia - “Mambo Na Ma” is a great example. “Como” is another, however the use of English language doesn’t work quite so well, and the weaker songs on Cubafonia tend to be the English language songs, Arocena is not as capable with English as she is with Spanish. “La rumba me llame yo” is classicism as dance music, and so is “Negra caridad.” Both are sung in the tradition of Celia Cruz. Dayme sings us a direction for our feeling on Cubafonia. Her music begs us to live slowly, passionately, poetically. Surely that’s the way forward. Adolf Alzuphar
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after being forced to Back in 2013, Songhoy Blues made the headlines in northern Mali. move to Bamako by a jihadist group that banned music with fervour by critics. Despite this, their first album, Music in Exile was met bigger, bolder La Résistance (Transgressive / Border Music), is a much is particularly evident record than their debut. The band’s guitar wizardry a band identified with on the opening track, “Voter”. Curiously enough for desert blues, La Résistance seems to owe a larger debt to Stevie Wonder than anything by Ali Farka Touré, and brasses play a key role in sustaining many of its best tunes. Iggy Pop lends his voice for the second verse of “Sahara”, and London MC Elf Kid does the same on “Mali Nord”. Songhoy Blues have made good use of the resources at their disposal. What is audible behind every track is a band doing what they are best at, and enjoying it tremendously. Francesco Mastroviti
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EVENT LISTINGS WHAT’S ON IN JUNE THURSDAY JUNE 1 AT 7:30 PM HELIOCENTRICS RICH MIX, LONDON PSYCHEDELIA, ALT-JAZZ, SOUL, FUNK FRIDAY JUNE 2 AT 7 PM FOCUS AFRICA MUSIC FESTIVAL RICH MIX, LONDON FESTIVAL, AFRO-FUSION MONDAY JUNE 5 AT 7 PM BIZARRE RIDE II: THE PHARCYDE THE JAZZ CAFE LONDON HIP-HOP, R&B WEDNESDAY JUNE 7 AT 7 PM SOWETO KINCH & JOELLE TAYLOR-WORD BOONDOCKS LONDON, LONDON HIP-HOP, SPOKEN WORDS, ALT-JAZZ THURSDAY JUNE 8 AT 7 PM OSUNLADE & THE YORUBA SOUL ORCHESTRA WITH ERIC ROBERSON THE JAZZ CAFE LONDON YORUBA, WEST AFRICAN, AFRO-LATIN, SOUL FRIDAY JUNE 9 AT 8 PM LINIKER E OS CARAMELOWS RICH MIX LONDON BRAZILIAN, SOUL, TRADITIONAL
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WHAT’S ON IN JUNE SATURDAY JUNE 10 AT 10:30PM AFRIKAN BOY SOUTHBANK CENTRE, LONDON HIP-HOP, NIGERIAN, DANCE, GRIME SATURDAY JUNE 10 AT 8PM LA PEGATINA SCALA, LONDON RUMBA, PATCHANKA, MEDITERRANEAN, SKA SATURDAY JUNE 10 AT 12PM OPEN THE GATE FESTIVAL - FREE ENTRY RICH MIX, LONDON FESTIVAL, FUSION SUNDAY JUNE 11 AT 7PM JUNUN RICH MIX, LONDON INDIAN, RAJAHASTANI, TRADITIONAL, FUSION THURSDAY JUNE 15 AT 7 PM CORTEX THE JAZZ CAFE, LONDON JAZZ, BRAZILIAN, TROPICALIA, FUNK THURSDAY JUNE 15 AT 7.30 PM I WAYNE/DEXTA DAPS SOUTHBANK CENTRE, LONDON RAGGAE, JAMAICAN, DANCEHALL
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EVENT LISTINGS WHAT’S ON IN JUNE THURSDAY, JUNE 15 AT 7 PM LONDON LUCUMI CHOIR, LIPS CHOIR STYX, LONDON CHOIRS, LATIN, CARIBBEAN, YORUBA FRIDAY, JUNE 16 AT 7 PM VIEUX FARKA TOURÉ THE JAZZ CAFÉ, LONDON MALIAN, DESERT BLUES FRIDAY, JUNE 16 AT 7 PM ACID RAVE WITH A GUY CALLED GERALD CAMDEN ASSEMBLY, LONDON TECHNO, DANCE, HOUSE FRIDAY, JUNE 16 AT 9 PM MOLOTOV JUKEBOX HOOTANANNY, LONDON FUNK, GYPSY, BRASS BAND, SKA, REGGAE SUNDAY, JUNE 18 AT 7 PM M.I.A. SOUTHBANK CENTRE, LONDON HIP-HOP, ELECTRONICA, DANCE, INDIAN SUNDAY, JUNE 18 AT 7 PM MOKOOMBA 229 THE VENUE, LONDON ZIMBABWEAN, AFRO-FUSION, AFRO-DANCE
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EVENT LISTINGS WHAT’S ON IN JUNE MONDAY, JUNE 19 AT 7 PM DIAMANDA GALAS BARBICAN CENTRE, LONDON EXPERIMENTAL, ELECTRONICA, AVANT-GARDE MONDAY, JUNE 19 AT 7.30 PM KAMILYA JUBRAN + NADAH EL SHAZLY + TWO OR THE DRAGON + KHYAM ALLAMI CAFE OTO, LONDON ARABIC, MIDDLE EASTERN, EXPERIMENTAL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21 AT 7 PM SUN RA ARKESTRA THE JAZZ CAFÉ, LONDON AFRO-FUTURISM, EXPERIMENTAL, ALT-JAZZ THURSDAY, JUNE 22 AT 7 PM KEZIAH JONES NELLS JAZZ & BLUES, LONDON SOUL, BLUES, FUNK, WEST AFRICAN, NIGERIAN SUNDAY, JUNE 25 AT 7 PM BINKER & MOSES TOTAL REFRESHMENT CENTRE, LONDON JAZZ, ALT-JAZZ TUESDAY, JUNE 27 AT 7 PM RODRIGO Y GABRIELA ROUNDHOUSE, LONDON LATIN, MEXICAN, GUITARISTS
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YOUR TICKET PLAYLIST TO...T HE UK There’s no better way to introduce you to the Rhythm Passport music world, than to start in our very own “backyard”. For this reason, we gather together and are keen to let you discover some of the most interesting projects and sounds right here on our doorstep, from Belfast to Brighton and Glasgow to Cardiff. Rhythm Passport grew up with their vibes, enjoying their music and doing our best to support them in the most effective way. Not simply because we honestly think that this is music that deserves to be heard, but also because it embodies the multiculturalism that is still enriching the British social fabric.
OPEN YOUR EARS AND ENJOY OUR GUIDE TO THE NU-BRITISH SOUND. Nubiyan Twist – Play On (Leeds/London) Family Atlantica - Enjera (London) K.O.G. & the Zongo Brigade - Turn Up the Music (Sheffield) Shelanagig - Skotchne (Bristol) Auntie Flo feat. Esa - I Want to Blow Your Mind (Glasgow) Lakuta - Bata Boy (Brighton) 47Soul - Jahrusalem (London) Kaz Hawkins – Drink with the Devil (Belfast) Afro Cluster – We Don Land (Cardiff) Afriquoi – Can I Know You (London) Mungo's Hi Fi feat. Kenny Knots - Gimme Gimme (Glasgow) Sons Of Kemet - In The Castle Of My Skin (London) Gogo Penguin - Branches Break (Manchester) Resonators – Papa Daddio (Brighton) Gypsy Hill – Balkan Beast (London) Soothsayers – Nothing Can Stop Us (London) Kefaya - Indignados (Leeds/London) Kioko - Tired of Lying (Birmingham) Kabantu – Ulidzele! (Manchester) Gentleman's Dub Club – See Them (Leeds) United Vibrations – Grow (London) Scan the QR Ariwo – To Earth (London) Code Or visit th e link to Li Eva Lazarus – Bad News (Birmingham/Bristol) sten ht tp :// bi t.l y/ RP 17 Native Sun & Bocafloja – Light (London) Ju nP L Anchorsong – Oriental Suit (London)
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