Septemba EP (DTR-007)

by bitowa

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    An insert sheet is included. Strictly self-distributed by Dotei Records directly to the independent record stores in the world.

    【ATTENTION!!】 => The price for the vinyl on bandcamp is set higher than expected retail price at stores. This is because I want to protect the position of independent record stores in the music scene and I want you to enjoy the experience with them. Digital version is only available on bandcamp. DL code is not included in the vinyl package. We provide you a tracking number, but WE CAN NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY ISSUES (DAMAGE, LOST PACKAGE, AND WHATEVER) RELATED TO POSTAL SERVICES.

    インサート付き。完全自主流通で世界各地の個人運営のお店へ道程がお届け。
    ※bandcampでの販売価格は各店の店頭販売価格よりもあえて高めに設定しています。レコードをお求めの方(特に日本国内在住の方)はレコード屋にて購入お願いします。個人間売買が主流となってきた時代ですが、レコード屋の立ち位置を守っていきましょう。ただし、レコード自体にはダウンロードコードは付属しません。

    Includes unlimited streaming of Septemba EP (DTR-007) via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.
    Download available in 24-bit/44.1kHz.

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Septemba 08:13
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Into The Sky 07:23
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about

Septemba EP is the first EP under the name bitowa, also known as KOR-ONE. KOR-ONE is best-known as a hip-hop beat maker and member of the collective TempleATS during the 00s. Originally, for about 10 years, he had been creating music using only an MPC2000 and samples from records. However, after changes in his production environment, personal relationships, and relocation to Okinawa, he discovered the sound of beats made with synth drums. And about 7-8 years ago, he transitioned to four-on-the-floor music. In March 2024, I offered to release this EP after hearing the original version of Septemba that he created around 2021. Then, in May, I visited him and his family in Okinawa. Together, we absorbed the Okinawan air, ate local food, got drenched in the rainy season, and deepened our relationship. Dotei Records created this record as an important milestone in the timeline of his musical journey. As you drop the needle on the record, imagine the vast, vivid Okinawan sea and sky, and the indescribable air that fills you the moment you step off the plane. Enjoy.

Released on January 11th, 2025
Mastering & Lacquer cutting by Pole (Scape Mastering, Berlin)
Artwork by Taizo Watanabe


Septemba EPは00年代前半からTempleATSにて主にHiphopのビートメーカーとして活動していたKOR-ONEが、House/Technoを制作するプロジェクトとして始動したbitowa名義でのファーストEPです。彼が2021年頃に既に制作していたSeptembaの原型となるバージョンを聴いてリリースをオファーした2024年3月にはじまり、5月には彼が家族と住む沖縄に実際に赴き、沖縄の空気を吸いながら沖縄の飯を食い、本州よりも少し早い梅雨の雨に打たれ、制作を進めてきました。元々はMPC2000とレコードからのサンプリングのみで10年ほどに渡り制作をしていたbitowaが、制作環境や人間関係の変化、そして沖縄への移住を経た後、シンセドラムで作るビートの鳴りに出会い、イーブンキックの音楽へと移行したのは今から7~8年前のこと。彼と彼が向き合ってきた音楽の時間軸上にある一つの重要なマイルストーンとしてDotei RecordsはこのEPを物質化します。青々と広がる沖縄の海と空、空港に降り立った瞬間から体に入り込んでくる言葉では形容できない沖縄の空気を想像しながら、レコードに針を落としてみてください。

2025年1月11日リリース
マスタリング&カッティング:Pole (Scape Mastering, Berlin)
アートワーク:Taizo Watanabe


【RELEASE PARTY】
\\\\\ DAY 1 /////
Feb 8th(sat), 2025 / 22:30~ at 88block, Takadanobaba
Fee: 1500yen
22:30 - kaki0121
23:30 - YAMAAN
01:00 - TURLCARLY (LIVE)
01:30 - bitowa
03:00 - AQUARIUM a.k.a. 外神田deepspace
04:30 - CAROLIECUT

\\\\\ DAY 2 /////
Feb 10th(mon), 2025 / 22:00~ at Forestlimit, Hatagaya
Fee: 2000yen
22:00 - AIWABEATZ
23:30 - Phonehead
01:00 - Calm (Music Conception)
03:00 - bitowa
04:30 - 8AM

COME PARTY WITH US!

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released January 11, 2025

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