Name: We Are Many
Brand: Soothsayers

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Limited edition

Release date

2020-11-27

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Kudos

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Soothsayers

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Reggae / Dub

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Wah Wah 45s

Soothsayers are a London-based band who perform and record original afrobeat and reggae-influenced music. Founded in 1998 by sax player Idris Rahman and trumpeter Robin Hopcraft, they have their own label Red Earth Records.

The band consists of Robin Hopcraft on trumpet, vocals, and production; Idris Rahman on sax, vocals, and production; Kodjovi Kush on bass and vocals; Patrick Illingworth on drums; Julia Biel on vocals; Phil Dawson and Patrick Hatchett on guitar; and Kishon Khan on keyboards.

Additionally, the wider Soothsayers Collective includes Westley Joseph, Zoe Rahman, Adesose Wallace, Yuval "Juba" Wezler, Frank Tontoh, and Lucky Ranku. With their unique blend of genres and talented lineup of musicians, Soothsayers continue to captivate audiences with their infectious rhythms and soulful melodies.

Wah Wah 45s is a genre defying, vinyl cutting, gig loving independent UK label that has been releasing beautiful music since 1999. With a focus on soul, jazz, funk and beyond, the label has established itself as a pioneer in the music industry. Known for their commitment to quality and authenticity, Wah Wah 45s has become synonymous with *innovative artists* and *groundbreaking performances*. Whether you're a seasoned collector or new to the world of vinyl, this label offers an unparalleled selection of music that will captivate your senses.
Since its inception, Wah Wah 45s has been dedicated to promoting emerging talent and pushing boundaries. The label's roster boasts an impressive lineup of *world-class musicians*, each bringing their unique sound to the table. From soulful melodies to infectious grooves, every release from this label is carefully curated to deliver an unforgettable listening experience.
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South London-based band Soothsayers are set to release their ninth studio album We Are Many. Held together by heavy basslines, solid grooves, and socially and politically charged lyrics; the album takes the listener into different sonic spaces with elements of dub, Afrobeat, improvisational jazz and electronica.

The initial steps in recording We Are Many came in January 2019 when the band's founders - saxophonist Idris Rahman and trumpeter Robin Hopcraft - set out on a journey to Brazil. With executive production in the Sao Paulo studio by renowned music journalist and author David Katz, they hooked up with bass player and producer Victor Rice who they'd met sharing the bill at Freedom Sounds festival in Cologne, Germany a year earlier. Victor organised a session in Studio Traquitana, home of acclaimed Brazilian band Bixiga 70, and invited a selection of local musicians. Percussionist and singer Ligia Kamara contributed lyrics and melodies written in the studio, and drummer Bruno Buarque, guitarist Joao Erbetta and bassist Victor provided some solid, personality-driven input. Fresh and vital, what came out was a fascinating blend of Soothsayers' dub and Afrobeat mixed with distinctly Brazilian inflections.

After arriving back in the UK, Idris and Robin set about creating the remainder of the album in a different, yet complimentary way, and called on the services of Wu-Lu and Kwake at their The Room studio in South London. Things started to take shape very quickly, Wu-Lu and Kwake combining Soothsayers' music with electronic elements, while also referencing elements of the current UK jazz scene.

We Are Many

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