The Story
| Release Date | 25/10/2024 |
| Format | LP Black |
| Label | Soundway |
| Catalogue Number | SNDWLP158 |
'Ayo Ke Disco' (meaning "Let's go to the disco" in Indonesian) celebratesĀ the musical identities emerging from the newly independent countries inĀ South-East Asia during the 1970s and 80s.Ā
For Fans of: Sound of Siam compilations, Priscilla Chan,Ā Lovin' Mighty Fire compilation, Tanamur City compilation.
Soundway general manager Alice Whittington, aka Norsicaa (DJ), selects 10 rareĀ tracks from local labels, officially reissued on vinyl for the first time - forming aĀ snapshot of the vibrant discotheques and live scenes across Indonesia,Ā Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the Philippines.Ā
The artists featured here were known for exploring traditional sounds alongsideĀ funk, disco, synth-pop and even political psych-rock, genres that were indicativeĀ of the exciting but often turbulent period. But despite the post-war backdrop ofĀ instability there came unprecedented levels of economic prosperity. With aĀ hopeful buzz filling the air, the music scene was helping lead the way in reshapingĀ the new identities of the region.
'Ayo Ke Disco' comes in a gatefold sleeve with liner notes and photos from theĀ artists.
Tracklist
1. Fatimah Razak - Dahaga
2. Black Brothers - Mangge Mangge
3. Marini & The Steps - Kuingin Dekatmu
4. Tian Niu - Deng Ni Zai Yu Zhong
5. The Rollies - Disco
6. Regalado - Pinoy Funk
7. John Philips & The Steps - Ayo Ke Disco
8. Aria Yunior - Salah Tingkah
9. Ahmadi Hassan - Habibi (Mari Bersatu)
10. Pongsri Woranuch - Aew...Phu Chai
Description
| Release Date | 25/10/2024 |
| Format | LP Black |
| Label | Soundway |
| Catalogue Number | SNDWLP158 |
'Ayo Ke Disco' (meaning "Let's go to the disco" in Indonesian) celebratesĀ the musical identities emerging from the newly independent countries inĀ South-East Asia during the 1970s and 80s.Ā
For Fans of: Sound of Siam compilations, Priscilla Chan,Ā Lovin' Mighty Fire compilation, Tanamur City compilation.
Soundway general manager Alice Whittington, aka Norsicaa (DJ), selects 10 rareĀ tracks from local labels, officially reissued on vinyl for the first time - forming aĀ snapshot of the vibrant discotheques and live scenes across Indonesia,Ā Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Hong Kong and the Philippines.Ā
The artists featured here were known for exploring traditional sounds alongsideĀ funk, disco, synth-pop and even political psych-rock, genres that were indicativeĀ of the exciting but often turbulent period. But despite the post-war backdrop ofĀ instability there came unprecedented levels of economic prosperity. With aĀ hopeful buzz filling the air, the music scene was helping lead the way in reshapingĀ the new identities of the region.
'Ayo Ke Disco' comes in a gatefold sleeve with liner notes and photos from theĀ artists.
Tracklist
1. Fatimah Razak - Dahaga
2. Black Brothers - Mangge Mangge
3. Marini & The Steps - Kuingin Dekatmu
4. Tian Niu - Deng Ni Zai Yu Zhong
5. The Rollies - Disco
6. Regalado - Pinoy Funk
7. John Philips & The Steps - Ayo Ke Disco
8. Aria Yunior - Salah Tingkah
9. Ahmadi Hassan - Habibi (Mari Bersatu)
10. Pongsri Woranuch - Aew...Phu Chai
