"The first thing we notice is a not-too-muddy-yet pair of green wellies with the words 'Asazi' and 'Love' spray painted on them in bright orange. This seems appropriate as the next thing we notice is the most beautiful sound coming out of the mouth of the owner of said wellies – Asazi himself. Accompanied by Alex Marten ..board, effects, guitar and percussion, Caz Anthony on drums and Andy Farina on bass, lead man Asazi mesmerises the crowd with his treacle-rich voice, molten sax and unhinged marimba. The tracks come hot and fast – a sonorous mix of melodic heart-wrenchers and thumping, booty-shaking rock-out rhythms. What explodes on stage is an inter-planetary mix of afro-celt-space-funk-dub-tech-balkan lunacy, vibrant with a mélange of musical and cultural influence not attributable to any one place, time or solar system. Asazi Space Funk Explosion… this is revolution." - By Jennifer Lynn Williams, Reverb Magazine.
Thanks to Peter Gerard and Accidental Media for the Asazi Space Funk Explosion videos.
Thanks to Raphael, who took my profile picture during an Asazi gig in Edinburgh.. see www.arktouros.net for more of his work.
Maybe Tomorrow and Lullalie appear courtesy of EMI - many thanks to Scott for his engineering efforts.
I'm a full-time drummer living in central London. I listen to and play all styles of music, right now especially jazz, funk and drum n' bass. I've got industry standard equipment, Roland V-drums and flight cases. My most recent bands are Heat From A Dead Star (Ace Of Hearts Records), Polartone, Asazi Space Funk Explosion and Lurin. I give private tuition through Rhythm Shack Tuition.
I have a Higher National Diploma in Modern Musicianship and completed a full time course at Drum Tech in London. I'm also a mathematician and hold a first class honours degree in Pure Maths from Edinburgh University.
"At last a follow up to Janette Mason's sparkling debut as leader. Alien Left Hand ....was well worth the wait…” Production **** Performance**** -- BBC Music Magazine
“…an album fizzing with fresh ideas and delights, an exhilarating musical journey .. with brilliantly original writing and inspired playing…” -- Helen Mayhew
"Every track from the rhythmic ‘NY Cab Ride’ and restless ‘4 Wheel Drive’ to the brooding ‘Mae’s Song’ has a terrific hook but it’s the way Mason switches tempo and moods that makes ALH great fun. " -- Diva Magazine
Ah, them squirrels, its all about looking good these days, not about the nuts! To rub it in a little, its really warm here in NZ, but it is raining just now, so makes me feel a little christmasy. But im sure it'll be lovely and warm a perdy in OZ for new yr! Keep eating them pies. PSx
Well the Miyagi album is finally complete! If you want to be one of the first to get a copy then you must come to the launch night in Edinburgh this friday (14th dec). After that details will be revealed of where you out of towners can get your grubby paws on your very own Lucky Face. Thanks for listening. Miyagi
And as we're not on 'till late, may we recommend the opening night of The Acoustic Cafe as a little warm up featuring the utterly brilliant William Douglas and the Wheel. Go on, make a night of it!
Hey Caz, Hope you have a tip top bday and that you're charity night goes well.. Sos I cant make it, am playing in Dundee, but if there's any party's going on after then give me a shout. Laters! x
ello Caz love!
darling shazzy has indeed arrived! all limbs attached!!! she is so very BRIGHT! Settling well!! Already a convert to vegimite!
Oh its such a treat having here! Missing the burger and its fillings though! Hows the band? HOw goes work and uni? i hope splendifourously!
love POlly!
ps. Has stingray dies on neighbours yet.....it was emotional.
You been to Thailand. I feel you must, you suit the Islands there. I went to Phi Phi a few days ago, it's beautiful, and chilled,and has a fab bar there with gorgeous thai guys,and people doing fire pois!! Think you need to visit, it's very caroline!!!
PSx
