Rolling out riveting blends of Anatolian rock, contemporary synthesis, orchestral swells, and Turkish folk music, the Danish supergroup Kalaha has become a frequent flier on The Rust’s radar and the global listening bandwidth. After leaving behind a soaring impression with their 2021 LP Mystafa, they’ve returned with A.J.H. in toe, as well as the addition of vocalist Hilal Kaya, to press their latest LP, Tutku. In anticipation of the LP’s landfall, The Rust is incredibly honored to host the premiere of the focal track "Ince Ince".
Read MoreKalaha - Mama Ngoma
Sometimes bands combine seemingly disparate music styles into one cohesive sound. In doing so, they remind listeners that styles which may seem far apart either physically, stylistically, or both, are actually closer to one another than they appear. The Danish group Kalaha allows us to experience this phenomenon through their new EP Mama Ngoma.
Read MoreKalaha - Mama Ngoma [Premiere]
From the first guitar lick plucked by Niclas Knudsen, one can hear the West African influence in “Mama Ngoma”, the title track off the upcoming EP from Danish band Kalaha which arrives October 29th on Rump Recordings, the imprint founded and managed by producer and Kalaha synth player Rumpistol. The premiere of “Mama Ngoma” is accompanied by far out animated music video, directed by Zven Balslev.
Read MoreThe Rust One-Year Party - Rumpistol [Interview & Mix]
The Rust Music is honored to host Rumpistol aka Jens Christiansen for our One Year Anniversary Party on July 6, 2018 in New York City. Ahead of this performance, Jens has provided an exclusive 50-minute Rumpistol mix. He's also given The Rust an opportunity to correspond with him about inspiration, composition, performance and homeland.
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