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RS 013EP
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RELEASE DATE: 8/28/2020
2020 repress. Prequel's back with more of the soulful, jazz-tinged productions that got Rhythm Section International's attention first time round with his debut EP Polite Strangers (2014). The record proved a hit with the likes of Gilles Peterson, Osunlade, Recloose, Mister Saturday Night, Ben UFO, and garnered a cult following amongst music lovers, spreading the word of the label farther afield in the process. Holding the fort as Rhythm Section ambassador down under, Prequel has stepped things up for his sophomore EP, incorporating spoken word, subtle vocal lines and the same instrumental flourishes that drew RS in the first time round. This is a record with a message, a record that speaks from the soul, an homage and above all a very serious artistic statement. Features Cazeaux O.S.L.O..
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RELEASE DATE: 8/28/2020
2020 repress. Al Dobson Jr.'s debut full-length LP on Rhythm Section International. Spread over 28 tracks and clocking in at just under one hour, this body of work provides a glimpse into the mind of one of the UK's most talented, enigmatic producers. Al Dobson's debut mini album marked the inauguration of Bradley Zero's fledgling label back in 2014 (RS 001LP), proving to be a breath of fresh air to the London scene with it's loose, undefinable sound and unique approach to production. As a newcomer, Al Dobson Jr.'s music didn't remain a secret for long, with major global tastemakers such as Gilles Peterson, Theo Parrish, Dego, Alex Nut, and Osunlade being early adopters. As with other key releases on 22a and Izwid, it didn't take long for Rye Lane Volume One to go from obscure debut to cult classic, propelling the artist and the label onto the international platform. At once a continuation and evolution of the sound, Rye Lane Volume II & III offers a deeper exploration into the Al Dobson Jr. universe, moving with ease through tempos and textures but never losing that effortless magic that makes ADJ stand out from the crowd.
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RELEASE DATE: 7/3/2020
From the backwaters of New Orleans, Hiatt dB bursts forth with Palimpsest, a remarkable debut on Rhythm Section International. Simmering "Sun Spell" explodes in glorious technicolor as you meet the lead track -- an orgy of uplifting piano stabs, hyper-speed second line rhythms and spiraling bass. This frenetic, joyful opener -- road tested and verified extensively by Rhythm Section head Bradley Zero - has "Peak Time" written all over it. New Orleans is a drum city and true to his home Hiatt doesn't let up on the rhythmic assault with second track "Palimpsest". An intricate snare rudiment leads us to a demented bassline which sears a hole through the percussion as it builds to a dizzying crescendo, only to release the pressure teasingly, time and time again. Hiatt dB is an artist who wears his city's influence proudly, and as you flip the record over you see these local ingredients incorporated once again but this time resulting in a distinctly more ethereal energy. The sizzling stylings of "6 O'Clock Rock" have "Big Easy" written all over them, perfectly complimented by a cameo from the mellow canary himself, just to make sure the vibes is right... To round off this exceptionally strong debut EP, the closing track takes a turn towards the deeper side of the New Orleans sound. Effortless, hypnotic and masterfully understated, sit back and bask in the euphoric, sparkling breaks of "Everyday Break". It's the warm afterglow you need as the journey of the record comes to its triumphant conclusion.
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Bradley Zero celebrates five years of his Rhythm Section International imprint with 12" compilation Shouts Vol. 1 and 2. Vol. 1 represents the more club-ready side of the label whilst Vol. 2 explores more mellow territories. Famed by Mixmag as one of the Top Ten DJs of 2019, celebrated as a "figurehead for the exploding south London scene", and "responsible for spreading the gospel of the city's new Jazz sound", it's clear to see why Bradley Zero is quickly becoming the taste-maker of his generation and Rhythm Section INTL as one of the most respected outlets for authentic global cuts. A go-to label for the connoisseurs Rhythm Section INTL is a UK staple. The raison d'être has always been to unearth and nurture new talent, not just via the catalog but through the now established network of radio shows, concerts, and club nights Rhythm Section has become known for. The Shouts compilation and accompanying celebratory tour is a continuation of this mission. Shouts is a nod to the online radio culture that birthed the movement. Shouts is the label using its voice to amplify its peers. Shouts: Volume 1 features Yu Su, Katerina, Lock Eyes, Valesuchi, and Dawit.
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Bradley Zero celebrates five years of his Rhythm Section International imprint with 12" compilation Shouts Vol. 1 and 2. Vol. 1 represents the more club-ready side of the label whilst Vol. 2 explores more mellow territories. Famed by Mixmag as one of the Top Ten DJs of 2019, celebrated as a "figurehead for the exploding south London scene", and "responsible for spreading the gospel of the city's new Jazz sound", it's clear to see why Bradley Zero is quickly becoming the taste-maker of his generation and Rhythm Section INTL as one of the most respected outlets for authentic global cuts. A go-to label for the connoisseurs Rhythm Section INTL is a UK staple. The raison d'être has always been to unearth and nurture new talent, not just via the catalog but through the now established network of radio shows, concerts, and club nights Rhythm Section has become known for. The Shouts compilation and accompanying celebratory tour is a continuation of this mission. Shouts is a nod to the online radio culture that birthed the movement. Shouts is the label using its voice to amplify its peers. Shouts: Volume 2 features Duke Hugh, Research Club, Paula Tape, Jad & The, Shy One, and Session Victim.
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RELEASE DATE: 5/1/2020
On a collision course with Earth from the furthest reaches of the universe, The Colours That Rise announce their debut album Grey Doubt on the inimitable Rhythm Section International. Comprised of producer duo Simeon Jones and Nathanael Williams, The Colours That Rise have previously turned heads with 2017's 2020 EP released on Breaker Breaker (the label credited with breaking Ross From Friends). Returning with their most accomplished offering to date, Grey Doubt features acclaimed guests such as Yazmin Lacey, Yussef Dayes, and Andrew Ashong, each respectively complementing the incredible musicianship on display here, capturing the true zeitgeist of present day UK. Combining live instrumentation and analog synths, intricate, intertwining textures and melodies run deep throughout this beautifully crafted Afrofuturist voyage, exploring the darkest recesses of the galaxy, through weather-beaten and asteroid damaged synth waves and broken drum patterns reverberating out into the vastness of space. "Home Time" has picked up steam with support across BBC 6 Music and 1Xtra through the likes of Benji B, Tom Ravenscroft, Jamz Supernova, and Mary Anne Hobbs, who awarded it as her "Near Future" track.
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With their third album Fluid Motion, Melbourne's 30/70 are set to soar into higher territory as the face of Australia's newest wave of soul-influenced brilliance. From the swirling opening pads of "Brunswick Hustle" all the way through to the sax-laden shimmer of "Flowers" at its close, Fluid Motion is an instant classic, effortlessly shifting between neo-soul and languid, astral-facing jazz textures and authentic vignettes of UK club music history. It's a formula that those already caught in 30/70's celestial web are fully aware of; first defined on the local heat of their 2015 debut Cold Radish Coma and majestically expanded upon with their critically acclaimed 2017 release Elevate on Bradley Zero's Rhythm Section International (mixed by Hiatus Kaiyote's Paul Bender). Elevate (RS 020LP, 2018) did exactly that -- elevating both the scope of the band's sound as well as their standing in the local and international community. Since the last record was released, the music has brought the band on world tours and to the attention of the wider public and key tastemakers alike. Strongly supported by the likes of Gilles Peterson, Tom Ravenscroft, Jamie Cullum, Matthew Halsall, and Bradley Zero, the UK has become something of a second home for 30/70. London in particular has openly embraced the soulful sounds of Melbourne, as evidenced by Gilles' latest Brownswood compilation Sunny Side Up which features three tracks from 30/70 members: Ziggy Zeitgeist, Horatio Luna, and Allysha Joy. The record is a follow-up to his era-defining survey of the UK jazz scene We Out Here, the compilation that kickstarted a whole generation of London's under-the-radar jazz kids to global headlining heights. It would appear you're about to witness this same effect take place for the Melbourne contingent, of which 30/70 lead the charge. The city's invasion is well and truly upon us. While London is undoubtedly in love with what's happening in Melbourne right now, this is no one way love affair. The 30/70 collective have had their ears to the ground and plugged into the sound of the UK underground. This new album takes inspiration from the syncopation of broken-beat, the immediacy of grime and dub's sonic aesthetic to create something that is a truly global amalgamation of local sounds, finessed by Allysha Joy's instantly recognizable vocals; the rawest and realest of voices.
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LP version. With their third album Fluid Motion, Melbourne's 30/70 are set to soar into higher territory as the face of Australia's newest wave of soul-influenced brilliance. From the swirling opening pads of "Brunswick Hustle" all the way through to the sax-laden shimmer of "Flowers" at its close, Fluid Motion is an instant classic, effortlessly shifting between neo-soul and languid, astral-facing jazz textures and authentic vignettes of UK club music history. It's a formula that those already caught in 30/70's celestial web are fully aware of; first defined on the local heat of their 2015 debut Cold Radish Coma and majestically expanded upon with their critically acclaimed 2017 release Elevate on Bradley Zero's Rhythm Section International (mixed by Hiatus Kaiyote's Paul Bender). Elevate (RS 020LP, 2018) did exactly that -- elevating both the scope of the band's sound as well as their standing in the local and international community. Since the last record was released, the music has brought the band on world tours and to the attention of the wider public and key tastemakers alike. Strongly supported by the likes of Gilles Peterson, Tom Ravenscroft, Jamie Cullum, Matthew Halsall, and Bradley Zero, the UK has become something of a second home for 30/70. London in particular has openly embraced the soulful sounds of Melbourne, as evidenced by Gilles' latest Brownswood compilation Sunny Side Up which features three tracks from 30/70 members: Ziggy Zeitgeist, Horatio Luna, and Allysha Joy. The record is a follow-up to his era-defining survey of the UK jazz scene We Out Here, the compilation that kickstarted a whole generation of London's under-the-radar jazz kids to global headlining heights. It would appear you're about to witness this same effect take place for the Melbourne contingent, of which 30/70 lead the charge. The city's invasion is well and truly upon us. While London is undoubtedly in love with what's happening in Melbourne right now, this is no one way love affair. The 30/70 collective have had their ears to the ground and plugged into the sound of the UK underground. This new album takes inspiration from the syncopation of broken-beat, the immediacy of grime and dub's sonic aesthetic to create something that is a truly global amalgamation of local sounds, finessed by Allysha Joy's instantly recognizable vocals; the rawest and realest of voices.
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Saul is a new duo composed of Barney Whittaker (Footshooter) and Jack Stephenson-Oliver (Vels Trio/Poppy Ajudha/Charlotte dos Santos) . The band, having debuted at Brainchild Festival in 2018, have spent the last couple of years working on material for this stunning debut EP. Featuring friends and frequent collaborators Brother Portrait (Steam Down) and Poppy Ajudha, the six track EP simmers with a potent UK energy; paying homage to the sounds of garage, jungle and broken beat all in the context of the new wave of London jazz -- of which all members of this project are key players. Opening track, "No Fuss No Fight" provides a blissed-out, shuffling backdrop to showcase Brother Portrait's toast to the dance, in which he effortlessly switches from spoken word to fast paced delivery. At once doffing its cap to Mala's iconic anti-war dub whilst taking inspiration from The Streets' observational masterpiece "Weak Become Heroes" - this is a song with "instant classic" written all over it. "Ping Pong" is a Kaidi Tatham-esque workout, leading nicely to standout track "Earth Rain" featuring breakthrough London singer Poppy Ajudha. The synergy between Jack on keys and Poppy on vocals is clear; the two have been playing together for years and combine perfectly on this sun-drenched contemporary take on the so-called broken-beat style. All in all, the EP is equally at home in the club as it is in the living room, owing to its balance of the epic and musicality. This is undoubtedly a product of London town and couldn't fit more perfectly with the expansive sound of Rhythm Section International.
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FYI Chris are back with a feel-good EP. Taking in ballroom energy, deep-rolling psychedelic techno, and the sun-drenched house jam, "Daze" featuring Simeon Jones. A classic from start to end -- FYI Chris step forward with their finest cuts to date for the homies at RS INTL.
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Born out of a chance encounter in 2012 that led to a lasting friendship, Rhythm Section International and producer, DJ, label boss, radio host, and record store owner Ruf Dug join forces to present The Committee. Sitting somewhere between fictional band and studio collaboration, the record is the first fully in-house production for Rhythm Section, recorded start to finish at their own South East London studio and featuring vocals from label founder Bradley Zero and label mate FYI Chris's Chris Watson. Also features Sienna & Nadina Mustafa and Natalie Wildgoose.
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Good Morning Peckham directs Henry Wu's loose and lazy sensibility towards a newly streamlined house sound. Arguably one of the most hotly-tipped producers in the UK, Wu's broken compositions and deep jazzy keys have earned him plaudits from scene veterans as well as peers. Equally adept on the keyboard as he is on the MPC, on Good Morning Peckham, he also gives you further insight into his mind of Wu as he takes to the mic -- toasting along to the soon-to-be-classic "Croydon Depot". Six tracks of white-hot intention.
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Peckham MC and DJ Pinty is set to release his debut EP City Limits on Rhythm Section International. Following the recent release of his debut single "Tropical Bleu", a laid-back broken-beat roller produced by friend and collaborator King Krule under his DJ JD Sports alias, Pinty has quickly become the talk of the town. "Nightcrawler" presents a simmering nocturnal dance cut, charged with glowing bursts of deep house and candid lyrics. With deeply personal lyricism and wry humor, "City Limits" adds color to a mostly grey city.
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South London favorites Chaos In The CBD come back to Rhythm Section International one year after their breakthrough EP Midnight In Peckham (RS 008EP, 2015). The original EP captured a moment in time in a way few songs can manage, it was hailed as a masterpiece. This follow-up EP is an equally sublime collection of tracks that revel in the late-night soulful feel that Chaos In The CBD have been honing over the past two years. Its strength lies in its subtlety -- the tracks demand your attention in an effortless fashion and hold it, right 'til the last beat.
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Rhythm Section International presents Midnight In Peckham, the new EP from Chaos In The CBD. Born in New Zealand, but based in Peckham, literally around the corner from Henry Wu and Bradley Zero, these brothers have made a real mark on the scene in London. The duo's approach to production has matured immeasurably in the last year, as is evident in the restrained potency and poetic subtlety on the four tracks that comprise this accomplished EP. The record channels a delicate late night energy, equally indebted to Ron Trent as it is the hazy atmospheres of Burial.
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2014 release, repressed. Sprung up from his much-fêted clubnight of the same name, Bradley Zero has enlisted fellow Peckham local Al Dobson Jr. to inaugurate Rhythm Section International with this: Rye Lane Volume 1, an 11 track mini-LP stuffed to the rafters with summery goodness. The importance of location on Rye Lane Volume 1 appears both tantamount and inconsequential: many of the titles on offer dot specific points of reference on the map (Peru, Grenada, Cameroon, Columbia, Peckham's Rye Lane), but Dobson Jr does his best to melt these heterogeneous influences down into something definably his own. Elliptical funkiness and nimble calypso grooves bob and weave through the melodic, soft-tone jazz stylings, all underpinned by a steady bump. This melange of warm styles mirrors the Peckham streets upon which it was cooked up, teaming with raw energy but quietly confident enough not to shout too loud about it. Tempos shift up and down at will as Dobson Jr shuffles through his strong pack at speed, maxing out the replay value. With it being almost impossible to define the sound of Rhythm Section in one record, Rye Lane Volume 1 perfectly fits the role of inaugural release by the way in which the album encapsulates the sum of Rhythm Section's influences into one coherent blend of experimental, percussive led jams. This selection of tracks, carefully curated from over 200 never-released works, is a concise statement from the Peckham based label as it confidently steps out from its humble suburban origins into the international arena.
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Rhythm Section International presents its second offering, Rye Lane Versions. Rye Lane Versions is reworks of Al Dobson Jr by Polish rising stars Ptaki and Manchester mainstay Ruf Dug. On the A side the Polish duo Ptaki take Dobson's tribal tom-tom rhythm and extend it into a sprawling disco epic, adding catchy keys and sensuous vocals. Ruf Dug's rework, "Ruffy's 3am Canavan's Special" takes inspiration from late night sessions at the infamous Peckham pool hall that is home to Rhythm Section, with metallic stabs of guitar layered over an aggressive squelchy bass sound and sharp phasing hi-hats.
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In the past two years, Jordan Rakei has immersed himself in the London scene, winning plaudits from countless tastemakers and thousands of fans along the way. For a musician so unconstrained by style, one moniker would never suffice. Enter Dan Kye, Rakei's stripped-back electronic alias. Joy, Ease, Lightness is aimed squarely at the dance floor, but with a meditative awareness that reaches beyond the club. Fans of Seven Davis Jr, Steve Spacek et al, watch out; there's a new man in town, and he goes by the name of Dan Kye.
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2018 repress. Working closely with Paul Bender of Hiatus Kaiyote and Jamil Zacharia, 30/70 produce their new record, Elevate. Elevate is a sublime statement; at once a cry for help and a call to arms, it balances delicate poetry and potent aggression with ease, all of this done with a beguiling pop sensibility. This collection of songs, their second studio effort after their debut, Cold Radish Coma (2015), is set to elevate 30/70 to the international stage. 30/70 is a cosmic mélange of boom-bap dynamics, neo-soul harmonies and jazz-funk licks, all steeped in a deep spiritual tradition, reaching from Alice Coltrane to Kamasi Washington. Melbourne's relative isolation could in fact be a blessing in disguise; it's resulted in a pressure cooker of talent; a tight-knit, well-practiced network of musicians and 30/70 are leading the pack. The band came of age in the wake of Melbourne's soul scene hitting global success, a local phenomenon which shone a light on the Northside community and paved the way for a new generation of bands to take this sound and make it their own. Lovingly referred to as a community rather than a band, 30/70 is, at its core, a quintet made up of Allysha Joy, Ziggy Zeitgeist, Horatio Luna, Thhomas, and Chaser, swelling to a nine-piece ensemble when the music calls for it. Forever delivering their signature hypnotic groove, 30/70 are ready to take their message from Northcote to the world.
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Rhythm Section look to Poland once more for two of the most uplifting tracks of the year. Earth Trax (The Phantom, Ptaki) and newcomer Newborn Junior pull two absolute classics out of the bag here that do what they say on the tin. Both "Sax Track" and "Flute Track" center around ecstatic MIDI melodies on (you guessed it) saxophone and flute! Falling somewhere between the late-night deep house excursions of Ron Trent (circa "Morning Factory" era) and more recent retro-leaning breakbeat driven output from the Pender Street Steppers et al, the Sax & Flute EP is a masterclass in sustain-release.
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2017 release. From the morphing polyrhythmic percussion of "Surface" to the shifting, heady pattern of "Aquitaine" via the psychedelic breaks of "Untitled", Mallard's Verte takes the listener on quite the trip. Equally at ease on the dance-floor as it would be for an introverted headphone session, Mallard's first offering to the world via Rhythm Section International is one to remember.
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Neue Grafik's Innervision takes cues from the broken-beat sound of London while paying homage to the Parisian house dance scene. Largely sample based, but also employing more live instrumentation than before, Neue Grafik's music is informed by movement and offers much to which dancers can respond.The EP begins with the lysergic ebbs and flows of "Innervision", (featuring Wayne Snow's sublime vocal performance) and moves effortlessly to the uplifting bruk of "Dance to Yemanja" via the staccato of "Peckham Rye" before finishing on the hauntingly melancholic tones of "Aulnay's Tears", an homage to the victims of French police brutality.
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Australian group Retiree return to Rhythm Section International in 2018 with a new record House Or Home. The musical project of Matt Crowley, Tori Holleman, and Marco Vella; Retiree have steadily congealed their broad influences into a unique emulsion of strongly rhythmic and emotional music. From two releases, they've been described as "pared back 1980s comfort pop for all occasions", having "a whole lot of criss-crossing rhythm", containing "swirling synth flourishes, languid wistful vocals and strutting drum machines". The album's songs explore the theme of "house or home" and what that means in present day Australia for different people. They journey from an aboriginal tent embassy on the south coast of New South Wales, a retirement village, a one room flat in Ringwood and a sleepless 17-hour stop over in Malaysia. "Magic Eye" features Sui Zhen.
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String Theory's Modularity is an exciting fusion of jazz and house, clear from the get-go opener "Dirty High". The track is made up of energetic drums and swelling synths that seem to shimmer across the surface of its playful melody. Next up is "Mr. Tiger", full of jazzy synths that oscillate on either side of steady beats, before eventually giving way to catchy little piano riffs. It's hard to say where the RS crew keep finding these gems, but long may it continue; String Theory tick so many boxes that one can hardly wait to hear more.
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After a debut outing on International Black in 2017 with his best friend Mallard, LT graduates onto Rhythm Section International with a stunning debut solo effort, Forest Floor. Aged just 20 years old, Lewis Taylor, aka LT, is another prodigal talent from the north of England. Sitting somewhere between electro, house, and techno with a healthy dose of breaks -- LT constructs complex arrangements with as much of a nod to the retro summer of love stylings of Lone as to the new age bounce of the Pender Street Steppers.
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