Japanese-American DJ Haruka Salt, Sorry Records co-founder and acclaimed producer Tony G, and Chinese-American rapper Bohan Phoenix come together for an intoxicating new dance track “Papajam”. The song blends elements of techno, house, and hip-hop along with diverse cultural identities to create a multifaceted mix of unique experiences, backgrounds, and production for an enthralling sonic experience.
“Papajam” features both futuristic and classic dance inspired beats, distorted vocal overlays, and industrial rhythmics for a high energy dance track that is emblematic of Haruka Salt’s style. Known for his use of both Mandarin and English lyrics, Bohan Phoenix lends his voice to the track with fluid, abstract lyricism and cultural depth. “There is no reason to be cool // the whole body is full of charm // jump into my airstream and let me take you out of the earth,” can be interpreted as a creative metamorphosis into the great unknown. Haruka Salt admits, “We all stretched ourselves creatively, and the result was a magical experience.” “Papajam” is a captivating blend of identity, genre, and artistry that expresses joy and experimental confluence through musical collaboration.
Haruka Salt moved to New York from Japan in 2006, now a pivotal figure in the underground Brooklyn dance scene. Bohan Phoenix migrated to the US from China at the age of 11 and aims to bridge the gap between American and Chinese cultures through his music. Tony G is DJ, producer and record label cofounder that has been making waves in the dance industry with his fluid range of styles and aesthetics. “Papajam” is released through toucan sounds record label, which represents some of the most sought after talent in the underground music scene.
Listen to “Papajam” here and escape into an expansive mind-melding fantasy and tweet @celebmix your favorite part.
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