MAKOTO & DEEIZM [PROGRESSION SESSIONS / HUMANELEMENTS / JAPAN / UK] @ LIFEHOUSE / 25 April 2009 Sofia



http://www.newmusic.bg // http://www.last.fm/event/823680




Based in Tokyo, Makoto Shimizu, better known as simply Makoto, is Japan’s chief Drum & Bass ambassador. After completing an Acoustic Engineering major at Nippon University, Makoto first signed with LTJ Bukem’s legendary Good Looking Records back in 1999.Since then he has gone from strength to strength, releasing a long string of quality music in the form of singles and EP’s, but also on the famous ‘Earth’ and ‘Progression Sessions’ compilation albums. 2003 saw the release of his much anticipated debut album ‘Human Elements’this album was widely praised as the transition of 70’s Soul into the 21st century. also “Progression Sessions Japan Live 2003” with Deeizm, recorded live from Space Lab Yellow in Tokyo was an absolute gem.



Makoto is now ready to spread his wings. With both remixes and original music already out or set for release on labels such as Renegade Recording, Liquid V, Bingo, Hospital and Innerground as well as a second album ‘Believe In My Soul’ due for release on Good Looking very soon, the future is looking bright for the Tokyo native.


As for deejaying, Makoto, together with Deeizm MC has travelled across the world (the U.K., Europe, America, Brazil, Australia, Asia and Japan are just some of the places they have visited) and has become one of the most sought-after deejays on the Drum&Bass circuit.Makoto’s sets are characterised by the same jazzed-out and soulful music that he is known for as a producer.

Shelley a.k.a Deeizm writes, sings, raps & produces and has multi tasked her way to the top of her game as an international performing artist. She First met Makoto in 2003 and they began working together, initially on mixes. Her style is very influenced by the combination of future jazz and funk that can be found in drum and bass. Shelley believes music can and does relate to every emotion, which is why she understands the importance of versatility within her music. She has a style for every occasion; soulful, sweet, melodic as well as dark rhymes with an edge.

Not only is she the first female signed to the label, but she is also covering all the areas, including vocalising, producing, DJ’ing and MC’ing. Although she’s in the early stages of production, her knowledge of music, her past experiences and her ability to play the drums and DJ have given her great rhythm and a natural ear for music.now . we’re lucky enough to welcome her for an uncompromising session of vibes.

Makoto : http://www.myspace.com/humanelements
Deezim : http://www.myspace.com/deeizmmc

Live performance:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=YSTKiVzNLAg&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=pnf2cts6Gk4&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=Ram1C0T62To&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=ydNtmwbBWG4&feature=related
http://youtube.com/watch?v=8qdsPDI_ROU
http://youtube.com/watch?v=vPP-z8y4mb0
http://youtube.com/watch?v=TNATseAAHz8

http://www.humanelements.jp

http://www.humanelements.jp/humanelementspodcast.xml
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