Name: Hotel San Claudio
Brand: Mark de Clive-Lowe, Shigeto, Melanie Charles

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Limited edition

Release date

2023-03-24

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Mark de Clive-Lowe

Shigeto

Melanie Charles

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Funk / Soul

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Soul Bank Music

Soul Bank Music is an authoritative music label that is dedicated to jazz, soul, disco, funk, African and Latin music. Run by the talented musician, record producer, DJ and broadcaster Greg Boraman, this !K7 Music label brings together a diverse range of genres and artists.

With a passion for showcasing the best in soulful and rhythmic sounds, Soul Bank Music has become a go-to destination for music lovers seeking authentic and captivating tunes. From smooth jazz melodies to infectious disco beats, this label offers a rich collection of tracks that are sure to satisfy any musical palate.

Whether you're looking to explore the depths of African rhythms or immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Latin music, Soul Bank Music has got you covered. With its carefully curated selection of artists and performers from around the globe, this label guarantees an unparalleled listening experience that will transport you to new musical horizons.

Shigeto is a highly acclaimed electronic music artist known for his unique blend of experimental beats and melodic compositions. With a sound that draws influences from jazz, hip-hop, and ambient music, Shigeto has created a distinct style that captivates listeners.

Similar to artists such as Dorian Concept, Nosaj Thing, and Teebs, Shigeto's music pushes the boundaries of genre classification. His tracks are characterized by intricate rhythms, atmospheric textures, and emotive melodies. Whether performing live or producing in the studio, Shigeto consistently delivers captivating performances that showcase his technical skill and artistic vision.

Having collaborated with notable musicians like Daedelus and Machinedrum, Shigeto has established himself as a respected figure in the electronic music scene. His releases on labels such as Ghostly International have garnered critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base worldwide. With each new release, Shigeto continues to push the boundaries of electronic music while staying true to his unique sound.

Revered composer, pianist, DJ and acknowledged bridge between jazz, dance and hip-hop, Mark de Clive-Lowe (MdCL), links up with jazz vocalist / flautist Melanie Charles and Detroit drummer / producer and DJ, Shigeto on Hotel San Claudio, a collaborative LP of spiritual jazz and live deconstructed beats. Following Melanie Charles’ formidable Verve album Y’all Don’t (Really) Care About Black Women and MdCL's lauded 2022 Soul Bank album, Freedom – Celebrating the Music of Pharoah Sanders, the three forward-thinking musicians unite for a sonic exploration across jazz, hip-hop and soulful house.

This project was seeded in Detroit, USA, in 2018 when MdCL (Nubya Garcia, Bugz In The Attic, Ge-Ology), was invited to perform alongside Detroit native Zach Saginaw aka Shigeto (Andrés, Dabrye, Shlohmo) at local spot, MotorCity Wine despite the two having never actually met. Months later, the Italian Fat Fat Fat Festival invited them to open their 2019 programme, yet the duo felt a piece of the puzzle was missing. Enter the “triple threat”, Melanie Charles. Having first connected post-show at a festival in Brooklyn in Oct 2018 MdCL knew Charles was the perfect fit.

In light of Pharoah Sanders passing, there's reinterpretations of The Creator Has a Master Plan (Part's 1 and 2) and Love is Everywhere reimagining them for the here and now. Strings speaks to the group’s love of hip-hop, whilst Kanazawa references a love of soulful house, with Charles’ 70s disco/fusion flute solo, leading into a euphoric, climactic outro. Bushido leans even heavier on 70s jazz fusion, MFT showcases Charles’ sublime vocals, affording a vast, celestial quality that stands present throughout Hotel San Claudio.

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