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Singer and true multicultural woman, Somi records her third full-length If The Rains Come First, a stunning collection of self-penned story-based songs. Optimism, conviction and resilience are hallmarks of Somi’s new creations of survival and awareness. In this digital DJ promo, “Prayer To The Saint Of The Brokenhearted” reflects on the helplessness and hopelessness one often feels after heartache, while serving as a reminder of faith and renewal. Featuring the legendary Hugh Masekela on trumpet, “Enganjyani” (‘most beloved’ in Rutooro, the language spoken by Somi’s Ugandan mother) refers to, “the memory of whispered prayer and being haunted by a past lover.” “Rising” is a song about faith and navigating life’s challenges, filled with a flawless juxtaposition of sizzling rhythm, instantly memorable melody and a vocal style that JazzTimes magazine describes as, “the earthy gutsiness of Nina Simone blended with the vocal beauty of Dianne Reeves.”

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “Prayer To The Saint Of The Brokenhearted”
2. “Enganjyani” feat. Hugh Masekela
3. “Rising”
4. “Changing Inspiration”
5. “Kuzunguka”

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The Best Of The Black President signifies the rebirth of Knitting Factory Records. Over the next 18 months, all 45 Fela Kuti titles will be remastered and re-released in unique digi-packs with the original artwork. The reissue series will also mark the first time all of Fela’s titles will be released on vinyl in North America, along with the first official release of the entire catalog of Fela’s 1960s highlife band Koola Lobitos. Included in this digital DJ promo are three of Fela’s classic cuts: “Water No Get Enemy,” “Zombie” and “Roforofo Fight” – all from the inaugural release of the re-issue series, The Best Of The Black President. NOTE: WAV files are available by request.

Felabrations 2009 – Celebrating the Life & Music of Fela Kuti

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PROMO TRACKLIST:
1. “Water Get No Enemy”
2. “Zombie”
3. “Roforofo Fight”

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One of the most important underground Spanish artists of today, Gecko Turner’s music has been remixed by top producers around the world, his tracks filling discerning dance-floors everywhere. The forthcoming Lovemonk release ofManipulado (Manipulated) collects many of the best remixes around, all of which are either unreleased gems, vinyl rarities, or secret weapons for key DJs. This digital DJ promo gives you a generous taste of some of the most bangin’ remixes on the album, from the likes of Philip Owusu, Afrodisiac Soundsystem, Quantic, Dutch Rhythm Combo, and Seiji.