In this edition of Selects', we asked one of our favourite selectors in Singapore and good friend Farah (known on the decks as RAH) to pick out a few titles from our online catalog that she recommends checking out.
Farah's selects are incredibly fresh! The music listed here are mostly new entries at the vault, and they truly reflect her identity as a person and the fine selector she is. Often expressing herself through a diverse collection of Jazz, Hiphop, Afrobeat, Dub and more, Farah's picks will always move you, but not without saying something special at the same time.
As a core member of label Darker Than Wax and collective Revision Music, she radiates a positive and infectious message in her work and her DJ sets, moving feet, raising vibes and connecting souls. Check out July's edition of her resident show on Milan-based Radio Raheem here:
We certainly do miss live events and the energy Farah exudes from behind the decks. But while we're all socially distanced, have a listen to these incredible albums for a taste of what the vibe is like when RAH's in charge:
Keleketla! – Keleketla!
"Am a huge fan of Cold Cuts! And this project elevated their ability as visionaries, while encapsulating the multi faceted and progressive sounds of legendary collaborators. Boasts a wide range of sounds from Jazz to Hiphop, dub to Afrobeat. Enjoyable from start to finish." - Farah
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Various – Various Channels Vol.1 : NYC
"This is a first compilation from DTW core member Marco Weibel, who brought together a few musicians and artists in New York. This is a special one, because there was a bit of hesitation in putting it out - due to the social / political climate of things."
"It’s was in the midst of the #BLM movement, and we thought it wasn’t the right time. We decided to go ahead with it anyway, and donated a percentage of the profits to NAACP Legal Defence fund to help protesters and urged our followers to do the same. We have been receiving resounding support for the release and are very thankful it all worked out and that we were able to help with our music." - Farah
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Arsivplak – Turkish Moog Edits
"Love love love Arsivplak and there’s just something about the moog organ in Turkish music that makes it so groovy and alluring." - Farah
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RMP / Wahono – Dehumanisasi / Dealienisasi | Cassette Tape
"What would begin as a casual conversation with Wahono would often take a turn and deep dive into Indonesian culture and politics. The man behind cult label Divisi62 is always challenging the perception and idea of Indonesian music. And you hear the introspective dialogue in the productions, as an attempt to reassess expectations of values and traditions. He makes like, thinking music. You listen and it makes you think and ponder. Just like the conversations with him." - Farah
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Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids – We Be All Africans / Shaman!
"I caught Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids in Amsterdam three years ago and it was one of the most mind bending / expanding experiences. This is a good album but I’m also looking forward to getting their newest release on Strut, “Shaman!”. Bong said that he will be getting it and I trust him." - Farah
Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids - Shaman! is not in stock... yet! It will arrive in store later this month along with a bunch of new sounds we can't wait to share with you. Till then, hang tight! If you'd like to reserve a copy of "Shaman!", slide into our DMs via Facebook or Instagram.
We hope you're as inspired by these great picks here as we are. Follow RAH on Mixcloud and Instagram if you catch the vibe and consider signing up to our newsletter to stay clued in on our new arrivals. (scroll down for the signup form!)
Thanks for reading. Take care, stay safe & keep the music going!