Deepblak’s 1st Berlin studio. It went thru 2 versions in 2013. The first in Neukölln, and 2 months in the summer in Prenzlauerberg before the birth of the Halle in fall 2013. Projects of note were soundtrack work for Ava Duvernay’s “Venus Vs.” documentary, and work with Fred P. on projects that are unreleased.
Few moments via JUS-ED from the Git-Down.
© Charles Roussel 2012
Got a chance to hang with the Deconstruct boy’s before their respective gigs. Levon heading out to Leipzig, and Anthony in from NY on deck at Berghain. Discussing socks, music, and my atlas pancake problem…
A few moments from Tresor (Berlin) withJoey Anderson and Steven Tang. Back Story > Joey flew in from NY with just a thin hoodie on so by the time he got on his bones had been thoroughly chilled by Berlin, but he went on to play a great set.
Damon chimes in from his kitchen on samples, and inspiration for the Nommo EP.
A friend and fantastic Radio Host in L.A by the name of Morgan Rhodes shot me an email in 2012. She said that she was working as musical director for an upcoming film, and that the Director selected one my tracks (AYBEE ft. Omega – In Every Way) from a batch she submitted. She asked if i would interested in licensing the track, and of course i replied yes.
She said that the film did not have distribution and the director was preparing to submit it to the Sundance Film Festival. She sent me over a license for $1, and said the terms would be renegotiated once distribution was secured. The film was “Middle of Nowhere” and the Director Ava Duvernay went on to win Best Director at Sundance 2012.
The rest as they say is Herstory. What an incredible honor it was to be apart of such an amazing moment.
A few moments from the 1st SoN’y Rays which is Deepblak’s quarterly gathering diving into LIVE cosmic beats, rhythms, and space travel from the Deepblak cast & fam. Here are a few seconds of what was an amazing set up of Afrikan Sciences, AYBEE, LA Beat Master Dibia$e, and EPS1 of Blaktroniks all wired to jam LIVE. Unfortunately our videographer had to cancel so we don’t have much footage, but you can get an idea of the mode…
A few moments from the Secresundaze 2012 season opening party. A truly amazing day, and great music by All involved. Secretsundaze purveyor’s Giles Smith & James Priestly opened and closed the day off class fashion. Did not film any of my set as totally forgot about my cam til the end of my set. Started filming after, and captured bits of Wbeeza’s amazing (LIVE) set along with the mighty Deetron after. So good to connect with London Fam. Definitely a day that will be replayed in my mind for years to come. Love Respect and Power to ALL involved.
Opening minutes from my First Solo Live Set at Realtime in (SF) 4.13.12. Massive respect to Jonah Sharp and Emilio Orlandi Giraudbit for the invite. Your set was killer, and very tough to follow. Maaan was i nervous…but fun none the less. If your in or around SF check for their monthly Realtime party at 222 Hyde. All Live no DJ’s…
Weekend runnings that start off Friday night with two of my favorite people in Dibiase & Nasrockswell of 10-Thirty Records. Grabbed a nice dinner (thanks Nas!) before Dibiase’s show with Tokimonsta, and Knxwledge. Got a chance to rap about Dibiase’s Bulls, and my concerns about them in the playoffs… Saturday I connected with Ron Trent who was in town for a gig. Good times per usual. Started work on our follow up to I.S.P’s “Across The Universe”, and was recommended a few unseen Boondock’s episodes the Ron suggested I allow into my conscience… Saturday night I caught Brendon Moeller performing LIVE in SF. He was laying down some great sounds, but unfortunately my vid did not come out to good so it did not make the Vlog. All in ALL a good weekend always begins, and ends with good people… here are a few moments.
Short AYBEE mix for the Uzuri podcast series.
As our Ten year Anniversary comes to an end we take time to revisit Prof. Delacroix’s deep classic ‘Build Her”. Initially released in ‘07-08 “Build Her” received massive support from Deep selectors across the field. Finding it’s way onto DJ Deep’s “Tronic Jams Vol.1”, and a permanent place in the crate of Osunlade.
Two of my favorite producers in Fred. P and Afrikan Sciences bring an added perspective to this time tested piece. Fred brings a painfully beautiful soundscape to the table while Afrikan Sciences weaves a rhythmic masterpiece. I was very happy to have these cats touch “Build Her” as I know they were big fans of the original. So I knew they would touch it with Love. I could not think of a more perfect way to bring 2011 to a close than to have the Bredren remix one my biggest pieces to date . I hope you enjoy. Love, Respect, and Power Always. ~ AYBEE
So here we are at the end of 2011 another amazing year, and the close of Deepblak’s first decade. It is impossible to put into words what has transpired over the last 10 years. So many changes accompanied with so much growth. What started out has a creative refuge developed into a path of rhythmic/self exploration. Opening doors to higher truths that within themselves became inspiration to continue the path. A path that has led us to this present moment with you. In this moment I hope that what we have said musically up until this point serves as inspiration. Inspiration to do if nothing else give you the courage to listen to your inner voice.
Our CD compilation “Ten” is a collection of sentimental favorites from the last decade. These songs are not necessarily our most popular, but were selected because they represent certain pivotal emotional points in the story of the label. For many who are new to Deepblak “Ten” serves as a “Hello” giving them a brief snapshot of the last decade of our sound.
We have learned so much yet still have so much to learn. We thank you for this moment, and we hope that you will tag along for the next stage of our evolution…
Love Respect and Power Always!
~ AYBEE
Tracklisting
[01] Aybee – “Ascending”
[02] Prof Delacroix – “Build Her”
[03] Aybee & Afrikan Sciences – “Someone”
[04] Aybee – “Solaris”
[05] Afrikan Sciences – “A Decision”
[06] Dozie – “Sensuality (Aybee Midnite Creep)”
[07] Blaktroniks – “Petro Sexual”
[08] Orion 70 – “Blak Planet”
[09] Aybee – “Love Like No Other”
[10] Aybee & Trinidadian Deep – “Contact”
[11] Aybee & Afrikan Sciences – “Threshold”
[12] Xaphryn Follicle – “Valentina”
From moments from Damon Bell’s record release party at Room 389 in Oakland for “Kush Musik Wax”
