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Alt Orient is proud to present Ao Va, a six-track compilation showcasing the innovative fusion of traditional Eastern melodies and contemporary electronic sounds. 'Ao Va' is compilation through downtempo & organic house. weaving together the threads of tradition and innovation. With tracks ranging between 95 BPM and 122 BPM, the compilation flows seamlessly throughdowntempo grooves and up-tempo energy. The release will be available on all streaming platforms starting December 13th, 2024.
Opening the compilation is a stunning collaboration between Dan Bay and Omar Tara, blending downtempo grooves with evocative Arabic poetry. Their track sets the tone for a deeply cultural yet forward-thinking musical experience.
Next comes a reimagined Turkish classic by PAYE, a Berlin-based duo consisting of Ufuk Elik and Cem Dinler. With Ufuk on bağlama and vocals, and Cem on keyboards, e-bass, and e-drums, this downtempo interpretation honors timeless Anatolian music while pushing it into contemporary realms.
The third track brings together the talents of ÜNAM, Mada.Mada, and Grillô, who have composed a mesmerizing organic downtempo instrumental. Their collaborative effort creates a lush soundscape rich in texture and emotion.
Tracks four and five shift the energy with remixes of the Georgian artist Tamada. providing a fresh take on his iconic sound. The first remix, by Come Closer, offers an intriguing downtempo interpretation, while the second, a collaboration between Anturage and S.Samo, brings an up
tempo flair to the compilation.
Closing the journey is a serene composition by Lebanese producer Tarek El Hout, featuring Raymond Boulos on vocals and Dimitrios Kanaras on bouzouki. This chilled-out finale leaves listeners with a sense of calm and introspection, rounding out Ao Va with grace and beauty
Release Info:
Artist: Various Artists
Title: Ao Va
Type: Compilation
Release Date: 13.12.24
Catalog No.: Ao163
Record Label: Alt Orient
Credits
Mastered by Iorie at Serafin Audio
Model Neval @nevalofficial
Patterns Design by Salua From @folkglory.design
Artwork by Alt Orient