Venture off into the hinterland, dear readers.
Explore what this special, spherical Earth has to offer. No matter the variety, those that are well fed are destined not to hunger. The urge to travel is no exception. Whatever voice is shouting for wanderlust demands to be heard. Do avoid, however, the convenience of a consumer-friendly globe or venerable atlas. First hand accounts are of the essence. Matteo Ricci may have brought Asia the good news, but Marco Polo brought back the noodles some three-hundred years earlier. Pave a personal silkroad. To the financially minded, establishing a low-maintenance spice trade, might be more to taste. Alas, only remember not to travel in the wrong direction in a mad search for India.
Inglorious mistakes can only be rewarded with a holiday once.
But the selection below is far from an error. As travel ought to be, this latest stamp on the author's audio passport is both pleasant and enjoyable; even if some resistance is encountered. The track's origins are stubbornly elusive. Careful searching is of the essence. As a result, though, a collaborative web emerges.
Consider the selection at hand. Titled, "Cassé TSKN," the song is performed by was released Dj Run - one of four beat-maker united by the moniker Factory Maker - and performed by Politik Naï. Interestingly, though, under contact information for the production crew, an e-mail with a French domain code is listed. Meanwhile, another of the group's prominent member, Dj Sayd, appears to be from Martinique. As a result, the scope must be widened to gain a proper context. Unfortunately, the signal is further buried under noise.
Such is the case with another, recent Politik Naï track titled "Musik Mwen Love." Nearly all the typical elements of Antillean dancehall are present, none more prevalent that vaguely Jamaican title and creole French/English lyrics. The rhythm is undeniably zouk. Seemingly trap hi-hats groove. Claps are added for variety later and vocals are of both the toasting and singing variety; the latter with a polished kizomba feel that applies to the elaborate melody as well. Yet, the producer is from a different part of the world entirely. Based out of Réunion, DJ Tymers is a Run Hit aligned beat-maker with apt chops. On the Jones Killa track, ""La Pou Toué," for example, similar rhythmic abilities are shown, as well as a taste of organ amidst while the turn-up sensibilities of bro-step bass. But such is often the case in this scene: a recurring set of people brought together by language and music; never more present that on "Summer Flex," produced by VJ Awax, a featured artist on "Musik Mwen Love." The net is ultimately cast even wide. Leaning more towards soca than dancehall, and featuring, Guadeloupe's own Daly, creation proves to be more important than the classification.
Music does not need to be any more complicated than it already is.
But in returning to the original Dj Run song mentioned above, "Cassé TSKN," is decidedly dancehall. The vocals provided by Politik Naï vary between kizomba on the chorus and 90s, rapid-fire toasting on the verse; the latter calling to mind very early career Daddy Yankee. DJ Run opts for forceful snare rhythm throughout; only to be syncopated by hi-hats whenever the hook comes back around. Heavy four-beat piano carrier the melody while strings harmonize, in addition to a synth that plays a significant role in the groove. The throwback theme runs deep - especially during midway during the first verse, after the brief inclusion of claps, when a key change creates a much more picturesque outlook. As with any soundsystem creation, though, the bass is heavy and when combined with percussion it is absolutely reckless, The second verse serves as a witness to this feat.
Good song and the mediafire download should certainly be enjoyed.
Notable Mention: Byronn feat. Soulja'man - "Hot Gyal [Prod. by 4 Roads]
The second selection is, similarly, a West Indies dancehall tune.
Fortunately, a family tree, will not be provided.
At any rate, the track is sure to sound familiar. Two guitars are used for chicken scratch. Called the, Big It Up Riddim, 4 Roads uses a snare rhythm and maintains a bell metronome. The occasional percussion will is heard as well but for strictly practical purposes and hi-hat is sporadic. Vocal samples are put toward syncopation purposes. English vocals cover the gamut of gruff barking to clean toasting as well as singing.
Strong track from Martinique's DJ Tokinou, as per usual, but more on him and the Ay Coké Riddim at a later time/
- J.N.
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