Name: Dialectic Soul
Brand: Asher Gamedze

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OTCRLP9C

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Release date

2023-06-02

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Asher Gamedze

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Jazz

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On The Corner

Asher Gamedze is a jazz drummer hailing from Cape Town, South Africa. With his exceptional talent and passion for music, he has become a prominent figure in the jazz scene. Known for his mesmerizing performances and unique style, Asher captivates audiences with his rhythmic precision and improvisational skills. His deep understanding of the genre allows him to create soulful compositions that resonate with listeners on a profound level. Whether performing live or recording in the studio, Asher's artistry shines through, making him a true force to be reckoned with in the world of jazz.

On The Corner is a London-based music label that has been making waves in the industry since its inception. With a focus on promoting and supporting innovative and boundary-pushing artists, On The Corner has quickly established itself as a force to be reckoned with. Their diverse roster of talent spans across genres, from jazz and funk to electronic and world music.

The label's commitment to pushing musical boundaries is evident in their carefully curated releases. Each album released by On The Corner showcases the unique artistic vision of the featured artist, resulting in an eclectic mix of sounds that captivate listeners. Whether you're a fan of traditional jazz or experimental electronica, there's something for everyone on this label.

Beyond just releasing music, On The Corner also takes pride in fostering a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of music. Through events, collaborations, and partnerships with other labels and organizations, they aim to create an inclusive space where artists can thrive and experiment freely.

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On The Corner Records release Dialectic Soul, the debut album from one of Cape Town's most cuttingedge, visionary artists and musicians, the drummer Asher Gamedze. This is Jazz at its most spiritual, most progressive and most appealing form.

Recorded live over two days at the Sound and Motion Studios in Cape Town with renowned musicians (Thembinkosi Mavimbela (bass), Buddy Wells (tenor sax), Robin Fassie-Kock (trumpet) Nono Nkoane (voc)), Dialectic Soul is breathtaking in its musical vitality and expression of soul seeking truth. By incorporating the concept of the Total Art for this project, it ﬁts perfectly within On The Corner's aesthetic of music, art and vision for creative innovation. Label art director Victoria Topping created the sleeve design working with Asher's drawings and concept.

Asher continues: "My composition "state of emergence" introduces the themes that constitute the album; free drums representing autonomous African motion, the saxophone reﬂecting deeply and honestly on colonialism, the teachings of Coltrane, Steve Biko, Makeba and Malcom X and positive manifestations of resistance."

"Fundamentally, it is about the reclamation of the historical imperative. It is about the dialect of the soul and the spirit while it moves through history. The soul is dialectic. Motion is imperative. We keep moving."

Dialectic Soul

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