Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

180GLP05

Colour

Black

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2024-05-17

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Kudos

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5050580821903

Total Cap

Black LP

Artist

Ajate

Genre GB

Rest of World

Label GB

180g

The 180g label is known for its high-quality vinyl records. They use the proprietary GAIN 2 Ultra Analog™ system to ensure exceptional sound quality. Each record is pressed on 180 gram virgin vinyl, making them durable and long-lasting. Limited editions are available, adding a sense of exclusivity to their collection. Many of these records are cut from DSD copies of the original analogue masters, preserving the authenticity and richness of the music.

Ajate is a dynamic and captivating musical ensemble formed in 2011 by the talented Junichiro "John" Imaeda. Comprised of ten skilled Japanese musicians, Ajate delivers an electrifying fusion of afro-groove dance music with the traditional sounds of Japanese festival music known as "Ohayashi". With their unique blend of genres, Ajate creates an irresistible and infectious sound that will transport you to another world.
Led by band leader Junichiro "John" Imaeda, Ajate has quickly gained recognition for their innovative approach to music. Their seamless integration of afro-groove dance rhythms with the vibrant melodies and percussion of Ohayashi sets them apart from other artists in the industry.
Experience the exhilarating energy and cultural richness that Ajate brings to every performance. Whether you're a fan of afrobeat or have a passion for exploring diverse musical traditions, Ajate's music is sure to captivate your senses and leave you wanting more.

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Tokyo based band and Afrobayashi pioneers Ajate are back with their third album: experience the explosive encounter of Afro groove and Japanese traditional Ohayashi music!
During a stay in West Africa in the late 2000's, Japanese musician Junichiro "John" Imaeda was taken aback by the similarities he felt between the Afrobeat that resonated in the streets of Accra, and the sounds of the "Ohayashi", the music played during ancestral Japanese festivals, in which John had participated since his childhood.
On his return to the archipelago in 2009, Imaeda created Ajate, a collective of ten passionate musicians. Together they started crafting music that moves from one world to another, with intertwined roots. The drums, flutes and bells are joined by curious instruments handmade by John himself with the essential material of the Japanese countryside: bamboo. The "Jaate", an amplified xylophone-balafon equipped with piezoelectric sensors on each of its keys, or the "Piechiku", a bamboo version of the Malian "Ngoni" or the Gnawa "Guembri", equipped with shamisen strings and connected to an arsenal of guitar pedals, give Ajate an absolutely unique sound. Powerful and catchy Japanese female and male vocals bring the final touch to an incredible groove where Afrobeat and Ohayashi music are woven together so seamlessly that Ajate has managed to capture a truly distinct fusion. The band sings about the power of human connections, the force of being and living all together, the joy of sharing, and the beauty of life. Ajate's music is a magnificent example of the way sounds are able to migrate in contemporary music.
The band's explosive live performances have taken Ajate to the most prestigious stages in Japan, such as the Sukiyaki Meets The World and Fuji & Sun festivals. The release on French label 180g of their "Abrada" and "Alo" albums, in 2017 and 2020 respectively, opened the doors to Europe, with memorable shows at the Transmusicales de Rennes festival - followed by a session on KEXP (Seattle, USA) - at Jazz a Vienne, and at WOMAD UK, among many others. With their brand new album "Dala Toni", Ajate prove once again that they are at the forefront of global music "made in Japan".

Dala Toni

Music GB

Discover Dala Toni by Ajate on 180g label. Tokyo's Afrobayashi pioneers blend Afro groove with Japanese Ohayashi music in their explosive third album.