To most people across the globe, Colombian music (whether traditional or contemporary) usually means energetic, up-tempo latin sounds made for dancing. Having resided in Colombia for many years now and become a firm fixture in the country’s grassroots music scene,…
For many years now, Dean Bagar aka Tricky D has been honing his special fusion of reggae, latin and electronic music. A regular on BBE since his label debut on 2010 compilation ‘Revolution N°5’, Tricky D released the album ‘First…
Taking in a tantalisingly broad selection of percussion-led global sounds, new BBE compilation ‘The Languages Of Tambores’ is the brainchild of rising alt-jazz star Gabriele Poso. A true multi-instrumentalist, Italian born Gabriele found a particular affinity for percussion at a…
A highly respected crate digger, DJ extraordinaire, record label go-to-guy and one half of dynamite duo Kon & Amir, we are proud to present this very special collection of music chosen by Amir. Having dedicated his life to mapping hip…
Croatia born, Columbia based musical journeyman Tricky D’s 2014 album ‘Equanimity’ has gained something of a cult following around the globe for it’s laid-back, reggae tinged trip hop aesthetic. Following on from Steve Cobby’s and Mr Bird’s quite wonderful versions…
Fusing Latin American sounds with European electronic beats can often produce a bland and rudderless dross destined for derivative lounge compilations and deliriously dull playlists at pretentious after work cocktail bars. Not so with the aptly named First Trip, the…
Edna’s Delight, Desde Colombia and Baila Cumbia – all taken from Los Transatlanticos’ debut album “Frist Trip” – remixed by Chris Read, Mr Bird, O de Lanzac, Marflix and Tricky D.
“Mi Sembrado” is the first single taken from the debut album “First Trip” of Los Transatlanticos, a band based in Berlin, Germany and Bogota, Colombia. The single comes with remixes by Aldubb (One-Drop Music) and Supa DJ Dmitry (Livingroom Studios…
