Anonymous Z has revealed the playlist for the forthcoming Not So Anonymous 41 show. Scientific Sound Asia Radio functions as an online electronic music station, promoter, and DJ agency, catering to both local and expatriate audiences across Asia.
Anonymous Z is highly esteemed in Saigon, Vietnam, for initiating the renowned Mad Circus epic parties. Recognized as a bringer of chaos to the soul, he notably founded Bahrain's first underground DJ collective, known as Glassroom.
He orchestrated a diverse ensemble of eccentrics from various backgrounds, ingeniously planning a series of parties and after-parties, some legal and some not, which have now become legendary in the local nightlife scene. His guiding motto during this period was a declaration of defiance: "They tried to bury us, but they didn't realize we were seeds."
He emerged as an essential part of the Banana Hustle crew, playing a crucial role in shaping the distinctive atmosphere of their tropical-themed events in Ho Chi Minh City. Initially concentrating on Techno, his musical interests expanded to encompass a range of genres like Afro, House, Disco, and Funk, demonstrating his commitment to finding unique tracks.
He elevates the shared experience with his distinct choice of meticulously selected Techno and modern Indie Dance tracks. His expertise as a disc jockey has led to invitations to play at prestigious underground venues in Vietnam, such as Arcan, The Lighthouse, Broma, and Vitamin D after-parties.
His performances frequently feature improvised and non-linear elements, drawing inspiration from the audience's energy. They encompass a range of musical genres, characterized by tight, groovy basslines and expansive, story-like melodies that evoke a wide array of emotions. As his style develops, he refines his sound by exploring world music and investigating the roots of electronic music.
At times, his performances venture into trippy, dark downtempo territories, enhanced by a potent blend of tribal and South American influences. He also crafts groovy yet dark Leftfield Electro compositions, expertly weaving together elements of Indie Dance, Nu Disco, Electroclash, New Wave, Wave, New Beat, Dark Wave, and Dark Disco into his sonic tapestry.
In the underground music scenes of the Middle East and Vietnam, he refines his taste for dark and mesmerizing rhythms. He moves between evocative ethnic sounds and majestic synths, his love for deep basslines and rhythmic percussion aligning with the energy of the dance floor.
This week, 'Not So Anonymous' honours world music while maintaining a steady electronic rhythm that ranges from deep to groovy and occasionally ventures into the bizarre or dark. The diverse sounds mirror the mixed-up world, blending Indian, Pakistani, Turkish, Israeli, Algerian, Moroccan, South American, Afro, and even Japanese Afro-beat influences. This provided an ideal chance for Anonymous Z to preview the unreleased track "Becky's Schawarma".
Episode 41 opens with a fusion of Electro Jazz and Leftfield Electronica, setting the stage with Peggy O’Keefe’s Awaken My Love (Kusht Edit) and Mehmet Aslan’s Beasts. The journey deepens with Organic House and Tribal Breakbeat, featuring hypnotic selections like Quetzalcoatl by Sunset Riders and Kirei by Coco Bryce.
Moving through Ethno-Electronic and Latin Electronica, standout moments include Nuba Noutou (The Spy From Cairo Instrumental) and Duat by Trippin Jaguar & Raffaello Visconti. The mix further embraces global influences with Turkish Psychedelic Rock, South Asian Electronica, and Afro Electronica, with highlights like Barış Manço’s Alla Beni Pulla Beni and Maugli’s Wembo Wembo.
The set closes with a powerful blend of North African Disco, Balearic Downtempo, and Arabic Electro, featuring tracks like Cheb Mimoune’s Abdel Kader (Dar Disku Edit) and Samira by Acid Arab. Not So Anonymous Episode 41 is a must-listen for those who enjoy culturally rich, genre-blending electronic music.
'Not So Anonymous' episode 41.
Peggy O'Keefe - Awaken My Love (Kusht Edit) [Soundcloud]
Mehmet Aslan - Beasts (Original Mix) [Dischi Autunno]
Sunset Riders - Quetzalcoatl (Original Mix) [Camel Riders]
Coco Bryce - Kirei (Original Mix) [Myor]
Alsarah & The Nubatones - Nuba Noutou (The Spy From Cairo Instrumental) [Wonderwheel Records]
Twerking Class Heroes - Vanakkam (Original Mix) [Serafin Audio Imprint]
Barda - Abrazo (Original Mix) [Soundcloud]
Trippin Jaguar, Raffaello Visconti - Duat (Original Mix) [Amselcom]
Barış Manço - Alla Beni Pulla Beni (Original Mix) [EMRE GRAFSON MÜZİK]
Kusht - Movin´ Town (Original Mix) [YNFND]
Alek Lee - Harabait (Original Mix) [Antinote Records]
Mekîne Û Teksî - Liquidlibrium (Original Mix) [Highlife]
Anonymous Z - Becky's Schwarma (Original Mix) [PROMO]
Maugli - Wembo Wembo (Original Mix) [Shango Records]
John Parsley - Tribal (Original Mix) [Wonder Stories]
M.Rux - Someone Else (Original Mix) [Bandcamp]
Hülya Süer - Şeker Oğlan (Kozmonot Rework) [Soundcloud]
Peace Orchestra - Meister Petz (Original Mix) [PEYO]
Gaspar Muniz - Emoriô (Gaspar Muniz Edit) [Soundcloud]
Ajate - Butakusa (Original Mix) [Bandcamp]
Rodrigo Gallardo - Salve Selva (Original Mix) [Camel Riders]
Trippin Jaguar & Spaceagepoetry - Er Is Altijd (Video Edit) [Camel Riders]
Romanski - Zund Ab Ghee Vubey (Original Mix) [Bandcamp]
Cheb Mimoune - Abdel Kader (Dar Disku Edit) [Dar Disku]
Acid Arab - Samira (Feat. Avril & Shadi Khries) [Versatile Records]
Listen on Mixcloud here.
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