Midnight Run (feat. Lex (de Kalhex))

Mecca:83

Lex (de Kalhex)

Manchester-based producer Mecca:83 has released his long-awaited new album, "Until Dawn"! The 12 tracks, which incorporate his jazz, soul, and golden-era boom-bap roots while incorporating contemporary textures, present a dramatic and deep hip-hop journey.
The pre-release track, "Don't Stop," features powerful verses from Detroit stalwarts Phat Kat & Guilty Simpson, while UK turntablist Jabba Tha Kut's sharp scratches add further intensity to the track. The boom-bap-style sound, reminiscent of the golden age of the '90s, is a track that evokes the strength of Mecca:83's roots. Other tracks include the futuristic jazz-hip-hop track "Elevation," featuring jazz keyboardist Jonny Tobin; "Proof of Life," featuring New York lyricist Nardo Says; the mellow soul track "Sober" featuring Ella Mae Sueref, whose delicate vocals touch the soul; and "Midnight Run," featuring Lex (de Kalhex), known as part of the French group Kalhex.

Produced, mixed, and arranged entirely by Mecca:83, the album is imbued with meticulous craftsmanship and a warm texture. Live instrumental elements, such as Luman Child's bass ("Silent Arrival"), Donald Malloy's trumpet ("Sober"), and Markita on Flute's flute ("The Light Inside"), are also incorporated throughout, creating a deep groove.

The artwork is by Joel van der Knaap (Roam Comics), who has garnered attention for his graphic novel-like aesthetic.
The label is handled by rockwell product shop, which also released the 2017 7-inch "Let's Get It" featuring InI member Grap Luva, as well as "Life Sketches Vol. 3," which includes the track.

With a profound soundscape, melodies and words that quietly move the heart. At the intersection of hip-hop and jazz, Mecca:83 has created a soundtrack for the future.

Until Dawn

Nardo Says

Mecca:83 Releases Third Lead Single from New Album "Until Dawn"
"Proof of Life (feat. Nardo Says)" on September 5th
Manchester-based producer/beatmaker Mecca:83 will release the third lead single from his new album "Until Dawn," "Proof of Life (feat. Nardo Says)" and "Proof of Life (Mecca83 Re-Flex)," ahead of the release of his new album.
The track features Mecca:83's signature soulful and jazzy sound, plus rap from Nardo Says. Its release as a lead single further builds anticipation for the album.
The new album, "Until Dawn," will be released by Rockwell Product Shop, which has previously released Mecca:83's work. Also available in LP format, this album promises to be a wonderful album for all listeners.

Proof of Life

The latest song "Don't Stop" by Manchester's beatmaker Mecca:83 is for Detroit legends Phat Kat and Guilty Simpson, as well as UK turntablist Jabba A weighty Boon Bap Anthem that welcomed Tha Kut. The track, driven by a dreaming sample with a floating feeling and a tight drum, has a finish that seems to modernly reinterpret the atmosphere of the golden period of the 90s, and the beat sense of Mecca: 83 stands out. Phat Kat is a heavyweight in the Detroit scene, also known as the unit "1st Down" with the late J Dilla, and this time too, the tough flow is worth paying attention to. On the other hand, the bass-like rap released by Guilty Simpson, who is also from the Dilla family, adds more depth to the song. And the scratch by Jabba Tha Kut echoes the aesthetics of the boon hop and reminds me of the fundamental charm of hip-hop. "Don't Stop" is a precursor to Mecca:83's upcoming new album, a song that crystallizes his musical evolution and deep respect for hip-hop. The sound that intersects across cities, generations, and cultures is irresistible for fans of jazz hip-hop and boon-bop. This song, which pulsates the soul of hip-hop, is the most important song for the new album.

Midnight Run (feat. Lex (de Kalhex))

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