SONG BIRD by SHINCHANG SAKAMOTO
Originally released on vinyl in 2022, this digital edition features two essential cuts—an original and a dub version—crafted with raw analog energy and Afro-inspired rhythms.
The original version features live horns recorded by members of Egypt 80, the legendary band of Fela Kuti, now led by his son Seun Kuti. TR-808 grooves form the foundation, layered TECHNOLOGY TOKYO sampled individual live drum hits and played them on pads to reconstruct an African funk groove.
Emotionally charged arpeggiated chords on a Nord Lead 2 weave through the arrangement, adding depth without overpowering the rhythm.
The dub version, mastered by Kuniyuki Takahashi, strips the elements down to their core, expanding the spatial dimension while retaining the raw analog soul.
Tracklist
| 1. | Where Is My Home（Dub Version） | 6:49 |
| 2. | Where Is My Home（Original） | 6:51 |
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License
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TRAM CITY RECORDINGS label head and event organizer behind Tokyo's budspackers, SHINCHANG crafts raw, analog-driven techno and house using vintage gear like the JUNO-106 and TR-808.
A true vinyl junkie, he digs across genres and eras, with his own releases distributed globally in record stores. Expect deep, physical grooves and timeless hardware soul.