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"Dance On", the latest single from Canopy continues the label's enthusiasm for re-issuing vintage Afro-tropical funk, reggae & disco, paired with modern remixes and remakes.

Two long out of print and previously un-reissued musical gems from Malian musician Nawari, get an overdue second life. Those gems being the eponymous "Dance On", an upbeat Afro-reggae-disco dancer originally self-released in 1987, and "Fanta Cini", originally released in 1989, which takes a deeper, tougher "proto-Afro-electro-funk" direction.

Sharing creative duties is Russian producer Valique, aka V from the best-selling "V's Edits" series, appearing on Canopy for the first time with a strong contribution to the label. Taking the title tune he reimagined & recreated it, building from Nawari's vocals and recording live horns, skanking guitars and percussion, blended with his signature classy production: crisp, warm, groovy & punchy.

Valique turns in 3 different mixes of "Dance On", ranging from reggae disco, to cosmic Afro beat, timbale percussion workouts and beyond.

The release spans a range of moods, segueing between the past & present, organic and electronic, proving itself to be well suited for many environments, from the kitchen party to the bars, clubs & festivals of the world.

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: Already big in the record bags of Lena C, Giles Peterson and Mr. Scruff; Valique & Nawari take turns on a piece of a overlooked Afro-reggae-disco dating back to 1989. With both original and contemporary versions. Very nice.

TRACK LISTING

Valique & Nawari - Dance On
Nawari - Dance On
Nawari - Fanta Cini
Valique & Nawari - Dance On (V's Space Dub)
Valique & Nawari - Dance On (V's Afro-Timbalero Dub)