BK-One’s remix EP, Tema Do Canibal, dropped today and is streaming at AOL. MF Doom’s cameo is a gem, but the fact that BK brought Brazilian crate-digger DJ Nuts together on a song with the legendary Helcio Milito (who mastered and invented an instrument, the Tamba) makes for a unique summer closer.
Stream it here.
Buy it on vinyl.
DJ/Producer BK-One has combined his interests in Brazilian music with hip-hop and “Tema Do Canibal” is from his EP of the same name that will be available Tuesday.
Minneapolis DJ/producer BK-One has announced the follow up to his Brazilian inspired opus, 2009’s Rádio Do Canibal. The forthcoming EP, dropping on Rhymesayers Entertainment August 30th, is comprised of remixes of the album cut “Tema Do Canibal”. With contributions from the legendary MF Doom, Brazilian maestro Arthur Verocai, West Coast producer Exile, Chicago’s Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, famed São Paulo percussionist Helcio Milito and many more, BK has assembled a worldly collection of talent to reinterpret his music.
Available exclusively through iTunes and on hand-numbered, transparent green vinyl, the EP starts by introducing the listener to BK’s multi-layered tropical aesthetic by way of the “Tema Do Canibal Video Edit” featuring the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble. Things quickly change pace with Exile’s expert chopping of the original horns and Doom’s expectedly bizarre verse on the “Mind The Gap Remix”. Among Brazil’s most notable DJs and record collectors, DJ Nuts flexes his expert knowledge by contributing the “Tamba Remix” which features Helcio Milito on the tamba, a percussion instrument he invented in the early ’60s. Further Brazilian influence comes from the oft-sampled Arthur Verocai who writes, arranges, conducts, and produces an entirely new version of BK’s “Tema Do Canibal”. The B-side is rounded out by two outstanding interpretations intended to light up the dancefloor. Mike 2600 amps up the tempo in his “Journey Into Sound Remix” and replaces the original’s thick horn lines with squiggly keyboards, while Tom Noble’s “Disco Ginga Remix” drenches those horns in reverb and adds disco-inspired batucada drums.
Between BK-One’s groundbreaking collaboration with the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble and the five wildly different reinterpretations made by such a talented and diverse group of artists, this EP is not to be missed.
Sample The EP With The Tema Do Canibal Mega-Mix Here:
Tema Do Canibal Mega-Mix by BK-One
You can purchase the EP from Fifth Element.
BK-One Tema Do Canibal EP Track Listing:
1. Video Edit (BK-One)
2. Mind The Gap Remix (Exile feat. MF DOOM)
3. Tamba Remix (DJ Nuts)
4. Tema Do Canibal II (Arthur Verocai)
5. Journey Into Sound Remix (Mike 2600)
6. Disco Ginga Remix (Tom Noble)
“This is one if the greatest tragedies of our lifetime. It’s time for all of us to help the people and families who are suffering.” -Brother Ali
Rhymesayers Entertainment & friends are proudly coming together this February 9th, in a time of dire global crisis, to organize a benefit for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti. With an all-star lineup assembled for an epic night of music for a good cause, 100% of the proceeds will be donated to charity! Featuring performances from Brother Ali, Freeway & Jake One, Sage Francis & B. Dolan, I Self Devine, Sims, Muja Messiah, Toki Wright, BK One, DJ King Otto and Kevin Beacham, the night will be hosted by Minneapolis’ own, Slug of Atmosphere. All of these incredible artists are donating their time and coming together for what will undoubtedly be one of the most memorable nights in 2010. For the bargain price of $20, Rhymesayers will be giving their fans an easy and rewarding way to donate, with all proceeds going to Oxfam America, Doctors Without Borders and Yele Haiti, a foundation started by Grammy-Award winning musician and social entrepreneur Wyclef Jean.
Tickets go on sale this Wednesday, January 27th at 11:00am through Ticketmaster, Fifth Element, First Avenue and local ticket outlets.
Rhymesayers Presents: A Benefit For Haiti
Tuesday, February 9th 2010
First Ave (701 North First Ave, Minneapolis, MN)
7:00 pm / 18+
Hosted by Slug of Atmosphere.
Performances by Brother Ali, Freeway, Sage Francis, Jake One, I Self Devine, Sims, Toki Wright, BK One, B. Dolan, Muja Messiah, Kevin Beacham, and DJ King Otto
$20
“It’s embarrassing to admit how unaware I’ve been of the living conditions in Haiti. And that’s before the earthquake hit. I’m honored to be involved with this fundraiser and I’m thankful for the conditions that allow me to be on the giving end of this charity. I trust that our fans feel the same way.” -Sage Francis
“The great people of Haiti live in the poorest nation in our hemisphere and have been impacted by the largest disaster in our hemisphere this century. This isn’t about charity, this is about
respect for humanity.” – Toki Wright
“At this moment Haiti needs the world’s assistance. It’s a privilege to be a part of something so special. Not only should we assist with donations for aid, food, and water, but let’s come together 6 months, a year from now and help with the rebuilding process.” – Muja Messiah