latenite lounging

Latenite Lounging is a new independent label, based in Brighton. Drawing on a pool of homegrown talent and with the support and endorsement of established international artists we aim to release great records from proper hip hop through soul, breaks and deep house to downtempo electronica.



From Brighton to London, Harlem to Philadelphia, latenite lounging brings together a small roster of exciting artists. Our motivation is simple- we truly feel and passionately believe in all the music we get involved with.



RELEASES:



DUBNOSIS - BASHMENTAL (EP)

Released: October 2008 - Format: MP3, Limited Edition CD



Dubnosis is a solo project by legendary Australian DJ/producer Crucial D. Currently endorsed by Stanton Electronics and co-founder of Wicked Beat Sound System (nominated for three ARIA awards including 2003 Best Dance Release Award), we are honoured that Crucial D has chosen Latenite Lounging for his first solo release.



A journey through Crucial D’s musical heritage, the EP encompasses influences from dub, breaks and house music, all tied together with an unparelleled joyous enthusiasm and sense of fun.



The first 3 tracks see Crucial D's trademark wobbly basslines and off kilter drums in full effect, ready to lift any dancefloor. Rounding off the package are potent remixes by hot UK reggae producer Richie Phoe and our own Sumsuch, both of which take the EP into deeper, moodier territory.



ASBEST THE MOOR KING & SUMSUCH - NEVER HAD IT RIGHT Released: April 2008 - Format: MP3, Limited Edition CD



Latenite Lounging presents the debut release from Asbest The Moor King, a 29 year old Zambian MC/Poet now based in London. Asbest fuses the two diverse cultures to form a potent style taking the listener on a sometimes challenging journey full of symbolism and magic.



Geneva's DJ Goo (Syncrovision, Blue Note) completes this unusual package with a remix that heralds future collaborations stemming from Asbest's recent performance in Geneva with Brian Jackson, and a release on Goo's own 'Synchrovision' label in the near future.



Truly one for the connoisseurs, Latenite Lounging once again bucks mainstream trends to deliver a release of depth, intelligence and beauty.



DOC LUV & KEV-SKI - OFF THE BENCH VOLUME 1 Released: March 2007 - Format: MP3, CD



Kev-ski is one of Hip Hop's true originals. Starting out in the late 70’s deejaying at block parties around the neighborhoods of Harlem, his 25 year career has seen him work with the A-Z of Hip Hop's pioneers - Doug E. Fresh, Bizmarkie, Rob Base, Masterdon, The Force Emcees and many others. During this period he met Doc Luv, one of the finest and most underrated lyricists in Hip Hop. Their partnership led to a series of record deals and a major international following which remains to this day.



Kev-ski’s DJ career went on to span world tours with Doug E. Fresh & the Get Fresh Crew, Kool Moe Dee, Whodini, Eric b. & Rakim, Bizmarkie, Public Enemy, LL cool J, Krs-one and Stetsasonic. Presented in the form of a classic old skool mixtape, Off the Bench – Volume 1 is a stunning document of Doc Luv & Kev-ski at their very finest. Incorporating original unreleased material salvaged from live and raw reel-to-reel recordings, jaw dropping exclusive collaborations and rare, never-heard-before mashups, this is a truly unique return to Hip Hop's glorious origins.



OZZIE JONES - NAT TURNER EP Released: November 2006 - Format: MP3, CD



Latenitelounging’s sophomore release is a rare solo record from a hugely influential veteran musician. The Nat Turner EP spans several years of writing and recording, and is representative of Ozzie’s ability to mix genres like no other. Part hip hop, part soul, part blues, this record captures a prodigious talent making the most of his gift.

Praise for The Nat Turner EP:



"Really liking the blues tracks, raw and soulful." Gareth Stephens (Askew Recordings)

"Love the authentic blues feel and vocals. Great vocals and beats on all tracks. Good mixture of stuff for playing out and radio. Nice one guys!" Amr (Sonorous Star, Catskills)

"My kind of hip hop and sure many others will agree. Grand Agent track has almost a Dilla touch to it - nice brass and My Girl 3000 is post-Barkley southern drowl y'all. almost sounds like U.K production." Nick Matthews (Best Kept Secret, Samurai FM)



AGENT & RAYNGE - PUMP UP THE JAM/ANOTHER WEED SONGReleased: July 2006 - Format: 12" Vinyl, MP3.



This timely revision of the 90’s dance classic ‘Pump up the Jam’, marks the first release for unlikely Hip Hop duo Grand Agent and Liv L’Raynge. The cuts are indicative of the exciting new style these artists have converged to produce, with a knowing nod to the old school and an irreverent fresh sound.



With five critically acclaimed solo albums to his credit, Grand Agent has carved a unique niche in underground Hip Hop. He has recorded and toured with the best in the game. Pete Rock, Hi-Tek, Lord Finesse and King Britt are among the many legendary producers that have worked with the native Philadelphian.



After connecting with Liv on the 2003 Vans Warp Tour, the two began recording together immediately. These tracks, recorded just days after meeting, were the result of that instant chemistry.