Unauthorized, yet legal! This is the 39th installment of the monthly compilation series from Shuya Okino of KYOTO JAZZ MASSIVE, a DJ, the world's only music critic specializing in track selection, and a leading figure in sound branding who transforms spaces with music.



This edition is an official playlist, a special collaboration with "Tokyo Crossover/Jazz Festival," scheduled for Friday, December 16th, at Ebisu The Garden Hall. We're heavily featuring works by a house producer from the Dominican Republic, whose debut in Japan has generated significant buzz among the TCJF lineup. Titled "Ezel Works," this selection functions as a best-of compilation of his signature tracks.



Ezel, discovered by OSUNLADE of YORUBA RECORDS, quickly gained global recognition. His track "In My Lifetime (Deetron Remix)" was selected as the best song of 2010 on Gilles Peterson's radio show, "Worldwide," surpassing my own "Still In Love."



His trademark is the combination of percussive sounds and techno-inspired keyboards. In the house scene, he's hailed as the "new generation Louie Vega," and calls for his appearance in Japan have been growing among his devoted fans for some time. Please enjoy Ezel's world, which he will unveil to Japanese listeners for the first time at TCJF, as a prelude to the festival itself.

M-1




“Move On (Ezels Remix)”

by Kaya

from Opening EP

M-2



“In My Lifetime (feat. Tamara Wellsons) [Album Mix]”

by Ezel

from Secreto

M-3



“Love Alive (Ezel's Remix)”

by Heather Johnson

from The Sweetest Gift, Vol. 1

M-4




“Passion (In Me) [Ezel's Instrumental]”

by Steal Vybe

from Passion (In Me) [Ezel Remix]

M-5



“It Will Be (Ezel's Vocal Mix)”

by Reel People

from Papa Records & Reel People Music Present: Messages, Vol. 1 (Compiled & Mixed by Matthew Bandy)

M-6



“It Apologize (Ezel's Remix)”

by Oveous Maximus

from Yoruba Gold (Osunlade Presents)

M-7



“Hypnotize You (Ezel Remix) [feat. Dennis Baker]”

by Soulscience

from Colours of Deep House, Vol. 04 (High Class Deep-House Anthems)

M-8



“Let It Rain (Ezel Remix)”

by Mustafa

from Let It Rain

M-9



“Crying for Love (Ezel Quisqueya Soul Instrumental Mix)”

by Manoo & Francois A

from Crying for Love (feat. Dyanna Fearon) [Remixes - Single]

M-10



“Path to Love (feat. Monday Michiru)”

by Ezel

from Secreto

"The Beetle Presents Tokyo Crossover/Jazz Festival 2011" Confirmed!!




The eighth annual "Tokyo Crossover/Jazz Festival," the nation's sole club jazz and crossover music event dedicated to global standards, is set to return.

The eighth "Tokyo Crossover/Jazz Festival" has been confirmed!



TCJF continues to evolve, embracing everything from Detroit techno and deep house to hip-hop and rare groove.

This urban music festival for adults is moving to Ebisu Garden Hall for a new chapter!





December 16, 2011 (Fri) @ The Garden Hall / Ebisu

Open/Start: 18:00

Close 24:00

Advance: Standing 4,500 yen / Ticket with reserved seating (limited to 120 seats) 5,500 yen

Door: 5,000 yen

TCJF is renewed with a move to Ebisu The Garden Hall.

Easy access. Limited seating available. Ends at midnight.

Enjoy high-quality music in a luxurious setting.



LIVE:
Shuya Okino (Kyoto Jazz Massive) feat. Navasha Daya (Fertile Ground) [USA], Motoharu (SOIL&"PIMP"SESSIONS), Takahiro "matzz" Matsuoka (quasimode), Kenichi Ikeda (ROOT SOUL) and more,

Paul Randolph [USA]



DJ:
Ezel [Dominican Republic], MURO, Yoshihiro Okino (Kyoto Jazz Massive), Shachou (SOIL&"PIMP"SESSIONS), DJ KAWASAKI and more



For details on other performers, tickets, and more, please visit

www.tokyocrossoverjazzfestival.jp

"Tokyo Crossover/Jazz Festival," the premier domestic event for club jazz and crossover music.

Ahead of the festival on December 16th (Fri), a pre-party will be held at Marunouchi House (7F, Shin-Marunouchi Building).



October 28, 2011 (Fri) @ (marunouchi) HOUSE

20:00–25:00



DJ: Shuya Okino (Kyoto Jazz Massive), Kaoru Inoue (seeds and ground), DJ KAWASAKI, ARETHA



Admission Free



Marunouchi House (1-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Shin-Marunouchi Bldg. 7F)

http://www.marunouchi-house.com/

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Reached #3 on the Overall Album Chart!!

The Ultimate Masterpiece of Luxurious Dance Music!

Shuya Okino (KYOTO JAZZ MASSIVE)'s second solo album, the first in four years!!

'DESTINY' by Shuya Okino of Kyoto Jazz Massive

Released July 13, 2011 (Wed)

VIA-0088 (Village Again)



The world's most beautiful sounding album is complete.


With a theme of "JAZZ meets BOOGIE," it features an equal mix of covers and original tracks.


This ambitious work not only proves the DJ's selection skills but also challenges the greats as a composer!


A historic masterpiece in the club jazz/crossover scene is born!



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