Listen back to the first instalment of Sonic Sunday School – Soulful Music of the Black Atlantic from the majestic Lynnée Denise, who has joined the 1BTN ranks for a monthly residency. Having been raised in Cali, Lynneée now lives in London and spends time in Amsterdam. Lynnée was shaped … read more
“I really wanted to bring to the UK a festival that celebrates the elements of UK club culture, and the community that surrounds it, that I have been lucky enough to be a part of over the years.” – Gilles Peterson Having taken their name from the 2018 Brownswood compilation; … read more
You may or may not know the story of the great, Alfredo Fiorito; known better as, Alfredo. His story is that of folklore amongst Djs and clubbers the world over. It’s one that has seen Alfredo craft a 35+ year career in Ibiza as a DJ and the early days … read more
1BTN are super stoked to welcome Nat Birchall to the 1BTN family. Hailed by Gilles Peterson as “one of the best musicians in the UK”, saxophonist Nat Birchall remains one of the UK’s hidden jazz treasures. Playing tenor and soprano saxophones, he is a band leader, composer and arranger ( … read more
Walking Down Alfreton Road Running Circle presents DJ and producer Guohan, Born in Ningbo, China, Guohan grew up in a navy base surrounded by ancient rock carvings. Here he became obsessed with nature, sound and mythical tales. After moving to fast developing cities like Shanghai, the experiences pushed him to … read more
a cosmic odyssey as part of the Polish Space Program The recent revival of the jazz scene has become clearly visible, as proven by the great popularity of artists from across the ocean, such as Kamasi Washington and The West Coast Get Down, or BadBadNotGood collective. A new wave of … read more
When the world seemingly crumbles around us, music can provide an escape few other mediums can. For their debut self-titled LP, Velour effortlessly levitate you above the madness below, each track taking a new turn, cruising over hazy flecked skylines, bustling walkways and bleary-eyed bedlam. A trajectory that takes in … read more
Various Artists Jazzanova presents Paz E Futebol 3 – compiled by Junior Santos Release Date – 06.11.20 The time has come again: Another edition of the much loved and highly praised by critics from all around the globe compilation ‘Paz E Futebol’ will be released on Sonar Kollektiv. After 2006 … read more
Love Forgotten (Oddities and Rarities Part 1) Other Records, released November 6th 2020 A Man Called Adam occupy a unique place in the electronic/dance music continuum. Enigmatic and fiercely independent they’ve sold millions of records; you’ll hear their music in every beach bar on the planet but few people outside the dance underground know … read more
ARTIST: PLANETSELF TITLE: LEYLINES RELEASE DATE: OCTOBER 9 LABEL: INNER TRIBE DISTRIBUTION: ALPHAPUP FORMAT: DIGITAL PRE-SAVE LINK: HTTPS://PLANETSELF.LNK.TO/LEYLINES Planetself represents the ethereal collaboration of vocalist Charli Umami and mainstay producer and DJ Inkswel. Growing up immersed in the incredible natural surroundings of the Adelaide Hills Charli’s playground was nature trails … read more