Tuesday, 25 September 2012

Bombay Dub Orchestra - New York Remixes - Player


Check out the whole album here courtesy of Juno Download. If you like what you hear do grab it if you fancy. Hi res files available from Juno and other online stores!


Wednesday, 19 September 2012

Bombay Dub Orchestra New York Remixes Drops 25th September

The New York Remix Project didn't begin in New York or London or even Bombay. It actually began in Kingston, Jamaica, where we met New York based musician, artist and producer Tony Grund during a BMI event. (Side note - We also recorded Sly and Robbie for the forthcoming 3rd BDO album!) Tony suggested a remix project solely by New York producers taking tracks from the first two Bombay Dub Orchestra albums to give them a 'New York State of Mind'.
Tony has overseen the project as well as contributed on several remixes. We suggested a few names to him and he found the rest of the remixers, and cover art designer, New York artist Ian Bradley.We held a competition for one non-New York producer and ended up with a track by Sound Shikari, an excellent young producer from Oman.
New York is close to our hearts. Garry has worked in most of the great studios there over the years and we have both stayed, worked and performed in the vibrant city on many occasions.
The great thing about remix projects is that our music is taken to a different place - one where we would never ordinarily go on our albums. It's always exciting to see the diversity that the remixes bring.
The New York Remixes album shows some of that diversity, and the rich culture that the city has to share.
We hope you enjoy listening to and experiencing this as much as we have.
- Andrew and Garry
The album comes out digitally on Six Degrees Records on the 25th September 2012 and will be available from all online music stores. In the meantime here's a free download in anticipation of  The New York Remixes.

Bombay Dub Orchestra - The New York Remixes

 1. Compassion - Pivotal Movement Remix
 2. Junoon - EarthRise SoundSystem's "Warrior 3" remix
[feat MC's: Srikala, Truth Now and Jackson Whalan]
 3. Compassion - Capcom Remix
 4. Monsoon Malabar - Force of Change Remix
 5. Spiral - Sharma Remix
 6. The Berber of Seville - Sound Shikari Remix
 7. Compassion - Hot Hips Remix
 8. Spiral - Ciphony ][ Mix
 9. Strange Constellation - Harvey Jones Remix

Tuesday, 10 April 2012

Bombay Dub Orchestra in LA - April 2012


Bombay Dub Orchestra will be performing several sets in LA in April during the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles which runs at The Arclight Cinema complex at 6360 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028 from 10th -15th April 2012.

On Thursday 12th April they will perform a live Dj set along with special guests tabla maestro Jas Ahluwalia and santoor player Kamaljeet Ahluwalia at The Supper Club Hollywood.



They will also be doing a short DJ set on Friday evening the 13th April at 9pm in the Courtyard at the Arclight followed by an acoustic set with Tabla and Santoor on Saturday 14th evening from 10.30 pm.

On Sunday 15th at 3pm the film Marathon Boy which Garry scored and Andrew also worked on will be screened at the film Festival.


The concerts are presented by Rukus Avenue.

Tuesday, 13 March 2012

Bombay Dub Orchestra New Track on Cheb i Sabbah's Samaya Benefit Album - Out today! 13th March

Musical pioneer Cheb i Sabbah was last year diagnosed with stage 4 stomach cancer.  He was advised that the cancer was spreading to his liver and left lung and that time were not on his side.   Like many Americans, Chebiji - as he is affectionately known does not have health insurance.  Due to his weak health condition, Chebiji found himself having to cancel live shows, meaning his income stream has come to a complete halt, with mounting medical bills and future medical costs ahead.

Upon learning of his condition, a few close friends, artists and industry professionals have come together to rally around Chebiji to assist him with his fight.

An incredible collection of some of global music's finest musicians have gathered to contribute exclusive tracks and remixes to help raise money for fusion pioneer Cheb i Sabbah's health care costs, in his battle against cancer. We were blessed to be asked and have contributed a track that we are very proud of called Flame of The Forest - featuring vocals and violin by Kartik our longtime vocalist as well as UK's tabla maestro Sirishkumar who has also been with us for many years.



We ask you to join us to help Cheb i Sabbah in his time of need.

Featured artists on the double album include Ustad Zakir Hussain, Kailash Kher, Pandit G. S. Sachdev, Riffat Sultana & Sukhawat Ali Khan, Nitin Sawhney, Natacha Atlas, Karsh Kale, Bauhaus, Cheb i Sabbah, Transglobal Underground, MIDIval PunditZ, Amina Annabi, Bill Laswell & Gigi, Opium Feat. MC Raï, Mercan Dede, Janaka Selekta, Bombay Dub Orchestra, Azam Ali & Loga Ramin Torkian, Dub Kirtan All Stars Feat. Freq Nasty, David Starfire & Rik Sharaj, Jef Stott, Watcha Clan, Emam & Friends, Jai Uttal.

From Cheb i Sabbah:

"It was in May of 2011 when doctors told me that I had stage 4 stomach cancer and it had spread to my left lung and liver. I was given a less than six months sentence to live. They were wrong in part of their diagnosis; they did not take into account the power of prayers and love from the thousands of friends, fans and families that i received. It is because of your love, prayers and generosity that I am still alive today.

After a major surgery and three months of intensive and painful chemo therapy in Germany, i have opted for phase two, an alternative and more holistic approach to healing in India and the US."

You can help Cheb i Sabbah by purchasing a copy of the Samaya Benefit Album. 100% of the net proceeds will go directly to Cheb i Sabbah's Health Care Treatment Fund.

The official website to lead the campaign is Sweet Relief Musicians Fund:

Sweet Relief Musicians Fund provides financial assistance to all types of career musicians who are struggling to make ends meet while facing illness, disability, or age-related problems.



Monday, 26 September 2011

Get involved and remix Bombay Dub Orchestra and win a place on our NYC Remix Album

As we mentioned a week or so back we are compiling a new remix release featuring remixes of both BDO albums by New York City based remixers, dj’s and producers. The release is curated by New York based songwriter, producer, dj and artist extraordinaire Tony Grund. The project will features a host of up-and-coming underground remixers, dj’s, artists and producers as well as a few key names on the New York club scene. Those included on the album will be announced shortly. Accompanying the remix will be animations, short films and video. We’ll be putting our favourites into various film festivals around the world and adding the rest to our YouTube Channel.

We are featuring one remix by someone from anywhere around the globe - And we are holding a competition to chose the winner – Guys 'n' Gals This could be you!

If you fancy a crack at remixing one of our tracks send us an email to info@bombayduborchestra.com with NYC Remix as the subject with the track title you’d like to remix and include an example of your remix work. If you get into the next round we’ll email you a link to the stems/parts. We’ll feature the best ten online with our favourite making it onto the album

We are very grateful for you support from musicians and music fans alike. Without you guys we’d have no audience to play to – no one to hear our efforts. So thanks again and do get in touch!

Andrew & Garry

Bombay Dub Orchestra London September 2011

Monday, 12 September 2011

The Bombay Dub Orchestra New York City Remix Project

Just a quick mention of our forthcoming NYC remix project.

Over the next few months we'll be compiling a new remix release featuring remixes of both BDO albums by New York City based remixers, dj's and producers. The release is to be curated by New York based songwriter, producer, dj and artist extraordinaire Tony Grund. The project will feature a host of up-and-coming underground remixers, dj's, artists and producers as well as a few key names on the New York club scene. Accompanying the remix will be animations, short films and video.

We will also be featuring one remix by someone from anywhere around the globe. We will be holding a competition to chose the winner - This could be you!

We'll be releasing more info over the next week or two as to how you can get involved either on the music side or with the visuals! You can also get involved and head up one of our Promo Street Teams

Wednesday, 30 March 2011

Bombay Dub Orchestra in New York City April 2011

We'll be in New York City for ten days in April. Heading to Tribeca Film Festival for a movie which is in competition. Scored by Garry - Marathon Boy screens 4 times during the festival. Try and see it if you can!

Whilst there we'll be doing a few guest DJ slots around town. First confirmed date is opening for Francois K at Deep Space. Info here! 18th April.

DEEP SPACE
Cielo, 18 Little W. 12th Street, NYC
between Washington St. and 9th Ave
A C E 1 9 2 or 3 at 14th St; L at 8th Ave

More info and dates soon!