Name: I Came From Love
Brand: Dave Okumu Featuring the 7 Generations

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TRANS616X

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Black

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[r26857562]

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-04-14

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PIAS

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5400863097493

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Black LP

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5400863097516

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Dave Okumu Featuring the 7 Generations

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Electronic

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Transgressive

Dave Okumu Featuring the 7 Generations is a highly talented and innovative artist who has made significant contributions to the music industry. With his unique blend of genres, including soul, jazz, and electronic music, he has captivated audiences worldwide. His powerful vocals and mesmerizing guitar skills have earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base. Dave Okumu's collaborations with other renowned artists further showcase his versatility and creativity. Whether performing live or in the studio, he consistently delivers exceptional performances that leave a lasting impression on listeners.

Throughout his career, Dave Okumu has released several successful albums that have received widespread recognition. His ability to seamlessly fuse different musical styles creates an immersive experience for fans. The 7 Generations, consisting of talented musicians from diverse backgrounds, adds depth and richness to his compositions.

As an influential figure in the music industry, Dave Okumu actively advocates for social change through his artistry. He uses his platform to address important issues such as equality and justice, inspiring others to make a positive impact on society.

Transgressive is a record label founded by Mike Williams and Toby Langley. With a focus on discovering and nurturing new talent, Transgressive has become known for its diverse roster of artists spanning various genres. The label has been responsible for launching the careers of several successful musicians and continues to be at the forefront of the music industry. For more information about the company's credits, please visit their profile page.

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Okumu released his first solo record Knopperz in 2021; an instrumental concept album based on pianist Duval Timothy’s 2017 album Sen AmIt was friend and mentor Lexxx who sparked the soul searching that kicked off his next record after he told Okumu that he was trying to explain who Okumu was but struggled to summarise his vast catalogue.

“There are all these ways into these aspects of who I am and I felt like he was saying, it would be so cool if you could find out how to say who you are in a comprehensive way”. Okumu took on that challenge and in response devised his sophomore release I Came From Love, a tapestry of Black experience that explores ancestry, the legacy of slavery, what it means to exist in an unjust society, and Okumu’s own family history. &nbsp;

The album writing and demoing process began in January 2021 at Lexxx’s East Sussex studio The Barn, while early recordings were completed at Okumu’s studio with Tom Skinner on drums, and Nick Ramm on keys, and Aviram Barath on synths. On I Came From Love, Okumu calls on a star-studded array of guests, including Eska, Kwabs, Wesley Joseph, Robert Stillman, Anthony Joseph, Byron Wallen, Raven Bush, and Grace Jones. 

Rather than release solely under his name, Okumu has chosen the moniker Dave Okumu and the 7 Generations, which Okumu sees as “my actual ancestors, the ancestors of others, my musical ancestors, and my descendants”. Sonically the album hits a kaleidoscopic frenzy of notes, rocketing through bass heavy rhythms, neo soul-tinged cries and frenetic spoken word passages. 

The album is a body of work presented in chapters; “You Survived So I Might Live” [tracks 1-4], “The Intolerable Suffering Of (The) Other” [5-8], “Seduced By Babylon” (9-11), and “Cave Of Origins” (12-14).

I Came From Love

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Discover I Came From Love by Dave Okumu Featuring the 7 Generations. Available in CD and LP formats. A tapestry of Black experience exploring ancestry, slavery, and injustice. Label: Transgressive.