The DJ duo Many Hands (Berlin/UK) aired their *Basement Soul* show 20 on Friday, 12th June 2020. You can listen to the episode on the Mixcloud player below. Scientific Sound Asia, an English-language electronic music station, promoter and DJ agency caters to both expatriates and locals across Asia and reaches an international audience.
Many Hands is the creative project of versatile DJs Jona J and Kava. Born Jona Jefferies in Barcelona and raised between Spain and the UK, Jona began his DJ journey in the thriving free party and rave scene of early 90s southwest England.
Relocating to Ibiza, he found himself captivated by the island’s Balearic beats and free-spirited club culture, making frequent returns as both DJ and partygoer. After Ibiza, Jona settled in Bristol, where he immersed himself in the city’s urban energy and sound system culture, spending years perfecting his craft.
Gaining recognition in Berlin’s diverse music scene, Jona performed at many of the city’s venues before returning to the UK in 2020. His release *Nocturnal*, produced with Lewis Hopkin of Stardelta Mastering under the name Sapience, was picked up by Tom Middleton’s *Sound Of The Cosmos* label and received airplay from notable DJs like Gilles Peterson, Mala, and Laurent Garnier.
Originally from New Zealand, Kava has been based in Berlin for over a decade. His DJ journey started in Wellington, where he explored a broad range of genres such as Soul, Bashment, Hip Hop, Disco, House, Techno, and Drum and Bass. Known for promoting vinyl culture, Kava also hosted several radio shows across New Zealand, making a significant impact on the local music scene.
Upon moving to Berlin, Kava became a resident on *Float Some and Jet Some*, a monthly radio show with Rodi Kirk of Scratch 22, aired on Berlin Community Radio before its closure. This role, alongside his performances across Berlin’s venues, established his presence in the city’s electronic music scene.
The two DJs met through a mutual friend at Berlin’s OYE Records, immediately recognizing their shared musical vision. This connection led to the creation of Many Hands, an eclectic session known as *Basement Soul*, held in the heart of Berlin’s underground scene.
Jona J and Kava’s sets span a wide musical spectrum, blending Disco, Soul, Latin, and Afrobeat with MPCs, drum machines, and influences from Jamaican sounds in New York to West African rhythms on synthesizers. Their performances are sometimes quirky, sometimes intense, but always crafted to keep the dance floor moving.
Many Hands 'Basement Soul' Show 20 celebrates musical diversity with an eclectic mix of genres, from Acid Jazz and Afrobeat to House and Funk. Featuring tracks like Young Disciples’ “Freedom Suite,” Tony Allen's “Progress,” and Gil Scott Heron's impactful “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised,” this episode dives into rhythmic beats and soulful messages.
The variety continues with House classics from Arnold Jarvis and Tee Mango and the funk-filled sounds of Miguel De Deus. It’s a groove-rich playlist for all music lovers, blending genres and cultures for an unforgettable listening experience.
Many Hands 'Basement Soul' Show 20 12th of June 2020.
Young Disciples - Freedom Suite (I) Freedom (II) Wanting (III) To Be Free
Gil Scott Heron - The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (First Version)
The It - State Of The World
MMYYKK - Manifestation / Mantra
Flying Lotus - The Protest
4 Hero - The Awakening (feat Ursula Rucker)
Eji Oyewole - Charity Begins At Home
Tony Allen - Progress
Solat - Try Try
Bloodfire vs Ltd - Love To The World
Bugz in the Attic - Zombie 2003
Waajeed - Too Afraid
Mark Stewart + The Maffia - Learning To Cope With Cowardice (Flexi Version)
Horace Andy - Evilest Thing (Version)
The Meditations - Life Is Not Easy
RSD - Lapution City (Love Is Wise)
Guilty Simpson - The Time Is Now
Tee Mango - Time Is Now
The Style Council - The World Must Come Together
Arnold Jarvis - Take Some Time Out (Club)
Good Life - Good Life
Miguel De Deus - Black Soul Brothers
Eddie Kendricks - My People...Hold On
Listen on Mixcloud here.
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