Name: Mutations
Brand: Faizal Mostrixx

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2023-05-26

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Faizal Mostrixx

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Electronic

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Glitterbeat

From Kampala, Uganda, Faizal Mostrixx is a poetic Afro electronic instrumentalist. With a focus on music production, he aims to give African traditional instruments and organic rhythms a unique twist.
Faizal Mostrixx hails from the vibrant city of Kampala in Uganda. As an artist, his passion lies in creating poetic Afro electronic music that blends traditional African instruments with modern rhythms.
With his unique approach to music production, Faizal Mostrixx strives to bring out the beauty and richness of African culture through his compositions. His work showcases a deep appreciation for organic rhythms and melodies that are rooted in tradition.

Glitterbeat is an independent music label specializing in vibrant global sounds from Africa and beyond. Established in 2012 as a subsidiary of Glitterhouse Records, it became independent in 2014. With a commitment to both cultural traditions and contemporary expression, Glitterbeat represents artists such as Aziza Brahim, Tamikrest, Noura Mint Seymali, Bassekou Kouyate, Bixiga 70, Sacri Cuori, Samba Toure, Fofoulah, Dirtmusic, Damir Imamovič, MAKU Soundsystem, Altin Gün and Gaye Su Akyol.
Glitterbeat's diverse roster showcases the rich musical heritage of Africa and other regions around the world. The label prides itself on presenting artists who are deeply rooted in their cultures while pushing boundaries with innovative sounds and modern production techniques.
With its distinctive approach to global music exploration and its commitment to showcasing talented artists from diverse backgrounds, Glitterbeat has become a leading force in the international music scene. Their releases offer listeners an opportunity to discover captivating rhythms and melodies that transcend borders and celebrate the power of music as a universal language.

A genre-defying Afrofuturist manifesto from Uganda.. FaizalMostrixx's singular vision of East African electronic musicisa lush sonic tapestry ofpolyrhythms,modern dancefloor styles,Nilebasin ceremonial chantsand Pan-African fieldrecordings. A stalwart of the explosive Kampala electronic music scene Mostrixx has collaborated with the Nyege Nyege Tapes collective appearing at both the African and European editions of their festival. Mutationsis Faizal's second full length album, following close on the heels of his acclaimed EP Transitions (May 2022 / Glitterbeat). In their review of Transitions, The WIRE noted: "If today's currents in East African electronic music have a more mainstream destiny, this might be how it starts."

Mutations

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