The DJ duo Many Hands (Berlin/UK) aired their Basement Soul show 18 on Scientific Sound Asia radio on Friday, 15th May 2020. Listen to the recording on the Mixcloud player below. Scientific Sound Asia Radio serves as an English-language electronic music station, DJ agency, and promoter for both expatriates and locals across Asia with a global following.
Many Hands, a project driven by the versatile DJs Jona J and Kava, brings together a range of influences. Jona, whose full name is Jona Jefferies, was born in Barcelona and raised between Spain and the UK.
He began his DJ career in the flourishing 90s free party and rave scene in southwest England. After relocating to Ibiza, he became captivated by the island’s Balearic rhythms and hedonistic vibe, frequently returning as both a DJ and an enthusiastic participant.
Later, he moved to Bristol, where he refined his style within the city’s unique sound system culture. After gaining traction in Berlin’s international music scene and performing at numerous venues, Jona returned to the UK in early 2020.
His track Nocturnal, produced alongside Lewis Hopkin of Stardelta Mastering under the name Sapience, was released on Tom Middleton’s Sound Of The Cosmos label, earning recognition from DJs like Gilles Peterson, Mala, and Laurent Garnier.
Kava, originally from New Zealand, has been based in Berlin for over a decade. His musical journey began in Wellington, where he explored an array of genres like Soul, Bashment, Hip Hop, Disco, House, Techno, and Drum and Bass. A pivotal figure in New Zealand’s vinyl culture, Kava also hosted numerous radio shows across the country.
In Berlin, Kava initially held a residency on Float Some and Jet Some, a monthly show co-hosted with Rodi Kirk of Scratch 22 fame, aired on the now-closed Berlin Community Radio. This experience, along with performances at many Berlin venues, strengthened his role in the local music scene.
The two DJs connected through a mutual friend at Berlin’s OYE Records, quickly discovering a shared creative vision. This led to the creation of Many Hands, an eclectic music session held in Berlin’s Basement Soul scene.
Jona J and Kava’s sets blend Disco, Soul, Latin, Hip Hop, Funk, Drum and Bass, and Afrobeat with MPCs, drum machines, New York Jamaican influences, and West African synth beats. Their performances are unique and diverse but always crafted for the dancers.
Many Hands 'Basement Soul' Show 18 takes listeners on an expansive journey through Jazz-Funk, Disco, House, and Soul. With highlights like Ivan 'Mamão' Conti’s vibrant "Jemburi," the unique Steelpan rhythms of The Trinidad Steel Band on "L'Homme A La Grosse Tete," and Velvet Season & The Hearts of Gold’s groovy "Love Directions."
With a mix of timeless R&B, Dub, and Balearic beats, this episode offers a sound that celebrates the rich diversity of global and electronic music. Whether it’s classic Funk or experimental Synthpop, there's something in this show for every music lover.
Many Hands 'Basement Soul' Show 18, 15th of May 2020.
Ivan 'Mamão' Conti - Jemburi
The Trinidad Steel Band - L'Homme A La Grosse Tete
Derrick Cross - Never Too Much
Samu - Stroke It
Dick Khoza - Chapita
Velvet Season And The Hearts Of Gold - Love Directions
DJ Rocca & Leo Almunia - Ever Changing Bubbles (Deep88 Balearic Mix)
Loose Ends - Gonna Make You Mine
Begin - Day Pulse
My Friend Dario - Tora
Rene & Angela - Love You More (Mr K (NEW) Vocal Edit)
Duncan Gray - Lewi's Dub
Bufiman - Pantasy
Who's Who - Hypnodance (Love Creation Long Edit)
Reggie Dokes - She Knows
Psychic Mirrors - Island Girl
Dept. Of Sunshine - Space Tropics (Rapp-sody) (Instrumental)
Jex Opolis - Earth Boy
Omar S - The Sound Of Neptune
Nick J. Smith - Gets Me High
Joaquin Joe Claussell - With More Love (GTR Version)
Trinidadian Deep - Natty Dread
MAMA - Unmask Me (Ashley Beedle Vocal Mix)
Pev & Hodge - Bells (System Mix)
Sapience - Tropical Headz
Son Of Scientist - Spartan Riddim
Listen on Mixcloud here.
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