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***The first publicly available mixtape from SHADETEk label operators Soze and Zats1, WSHT: Radio Mix catalogs the rotation sheet for an imaginary radio station with an outernational footprint. Originating in Team SHADETEk's own SHTBox studios in Manhattan and relayed via New Zealand, WSHT blazes hip hop, noise and R&B (although, due to sketchy broadcasting techniques, lord knows what else might seep through the cracks). The tracks in heavy rotation at WSHT, unlike competing Manhattan-based radio stations, are not chosen by fat briefcases of cash. Instead, they reflect links between artists who don't know they're connected. There are also a number of exclusive original SHADETEk productions as well as tunes from SHT affiliates which you will have a very difficult time finding anywhere else. Program directors Soze and Zats1 have been producing music together for about four years in a wide range of styles. The emphasis here is on hip hop and electronic noise, although the SHT kids have also been known to produce some dancehall and jungle music as well. The art and design for this and all other SHADETEk releases are by members of NYC's Change Agent art gang, of which Soze and Zats1 are also members. The cover is a digital rendering by Citizen of an original aerosol painting by Charlie Pratt reproduced in its original form inside. |
