Daniel W. Best | is the communications man of the Sonarkollektivs, a loose formation of Berlin artists, labels and DJs. In contrast to many monotheistic DJs, Bests Sets are like a creed of diversity: downtempo, soul, future jazz, boogie and souldub. Ras | a.k.a Robert Galic was one of the pioneers of German hiphop culture. His interest in Black music took him to Berlin, where he met the Sonarkollektiv, headed by Daniel W. Best. The sound of his new album "Rythmic Altered State" is heavy on musical experiments and continental leaps: groovy, border-crossing and original. This performance will be the premiere of his 8-man live band. The Rootsman feat. Dayjah | The Rootsman a.k.a John Bolleton lives in Bradford, a former working-class stronghold in the North of England, where he began his career moderating radio shows on pirate stations. He is Great Britains leading experimental dub-artist, always looking for soundmixes, from dub roots music to Arabic ragga styles and Asian influences. His set at popdeurope featured the Jamaican singer Dayjah. starting 10 p.m. party with Daniel W. Best, The Rootsman and Daniel Meteo
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