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We've never been shy about our love for The Dwarfs of East Agouza, who have been in our hearts since their debut
Bes came out in 2016. The Cairo-based trio of stellar and adventurous musicians Sam Shalabi, Maurice Louca, and Alan Bishop have been constantly pushing the limits of what’s possible in music since forming in 2012. Unpredictable and hypnotically engaging, their sound is a thrilling collision of free jazz, krautrock, shaabi, North African rhythms, and improvisation. Last month, they released their eighth album,
Sasquatch Landslide, a bold, transcendental, and fervent record that we simply cannot put down. So we’re beyond excited to have them curate this month’s mixtape. Sam, Alan, and Maurice have each contributed their own unique picks, Sam with the initial 20-minute selection of tracks, Alan with a single 20-minute composition, and Maurice with several distinct tracks, all combined to create a vibrant and sublime sonic puzzle. Press play and enjoy!
