SHABAKA AND THE ANCESTORS - Wisdom Of Elders DLP Neofolk and it doesn't limit itself
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and it doesn't limit itself to the multi-layered sampling and psychedelic sound composites that the duo has become known for - you'll find it in the album title as well
The Basinski-esque fritz of degraded loops really snags the imagination along with a twinkling nightlight ‘Ball’
by expanding the scope of their highly distinctive mix of one-chord Krautrock grooves
rigorous electronic live improvisations and the awareness of having nothing to lose - all this characterizes this innovative departure
The journey continues with "Wa Wave: New Wave Sounds from the Land of the Rising Sun
SHABAKA AND THE ANCESTORS - Wisdom Of Elders DLP Neofolk and it doesn't limit itselfWisdom of the Elders was recorded in Johannesburg in 2015 on one of many trips Shabaka Hutchings took there to immerse himself in the countrys rich musical heritage. The album is a psalm in nine parts. An episodic unfurling of a sonic journey across the Atlantic. The grand scheme of this album is to present the musical language that I normally associate with my UK bands in the context of SA musicians and musical sensibilities, explains Shabaka