MERGE EMERGE
Merge Emerge is the first sound imprint, of electronic music between India and Norway. Featuring 13 artists spread across 18 songs, the compilation is a synergy, deliciously synthesized by artists from diverse backgrounds. Merge Emerge released January 2021 - The flagship release by 'Digital Diaspora' Oslo, powered by Secretly Noord (Secretly Distribution US) - Curated by Audio Pervert and Endre Dalen.
THE MUSIC
TECHNO
MINIMAL
LYRICAL
AFRO
POST-DISCO
EXPERIMENTAL
AMBIENT
PSY
ELECTRO
SYNTH-POP
POST-TECHNO
CHRISTABELLE SANDOO
SINGER/COMPOSER/PRoDUCER.
(NORWAY)
In practice, as we merge musical energies and aesthetics, the output can emerge as new music, creating new pathways. Merge Emerge, the first Indo-Norwegian electronic music compilation in the making, is a spin off on a similar idea. That by merging styles between a diverse group of artists, the effect is of emerging prospects, full of surprises. Merge Emerge is made of 18 artists from India and Norway, audible across 13 songs. A passionate response from electronic music producers based in India and Norway, who are clearly diverse in age, background and experience. Spanning one hour and ten minutes - Merge Emerge Volume One!
ABOUT THE CURATORS
ENDRE DALEN
An editor and writer based in Oslo, Norway. Endre is working in Samora Forum, an institution and a magazine highlighting cultural diversity. For many years, he has served as graphic designer, adviser, writer and editor for the Oslo Mela Festival and Melahuset. In addition he has been writing for publications such as Klassekampen Musikkmagasinet, Jazznytt, ENO and Africa Is A Country. His writings are mainly concerning the interconnections between music and literature. In turn all of this has lead to occasional DJ-gigs – mainly highlighting mint underground dance music from around Planet Funk.
SAMRAT B (Audio Pervert)
A producer, DJ, curator and writer based in Valencia, Spain. He is connected with global indie music, fulfilling various roles for almost 18 years. A deep passion for 'Techno'. Born in New Delhi India, Samrat spent his 20's and 30's creating music with various bands, collectives, singers, DJs, for TV and Bollywood. Currently building projects with various agencies based in E.U and India in the fields of electronic music, education and synthesis. " The objective of exploiting digital technology and electronic music, for me, is to empower artists in India and across the world "
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