Los Angeles-based sextet, West Indian Girl, crafts a distinct sound that’s seemingly rooted between the majestic hills of Laurel Canyon and the deep blue horizons of the Pacific Ocean.
From their beginnings as a studio project between founders Robert James and Francis Ten, the band expanded following the release of their self-titled debut album on Astralwerks to their current six-piece configuration; demonstrating in the process an exemplary ability to evolve from what is expected.
West Indian Girl Appears On:
[SHMLP03A] [SHMLP03B]
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Based out of San Francisco, the 40 Thieves are a music collective, DJs and friends. Drawing on various superpowers the members combine forces to create their own brand of future/soul/dance songs and short comedy skits for Smash Hit and other fine labels around the globe.
40 Thieves appear on:
[SHMEP06] [SHMEP07] [SHMEP09] [SHMEP10]
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Straight out of Camden, NJ, Gary “The Professor” Davis is a living legend who continues to deliver the goods. First known for his role as #1 stud of the P&P Records stable, he went on to write and produce one of the rarest grooves of all time, The Chocolate Star EP. Today Gary writes new music and produces his own brand of indie thriller films while inspiring a whole new generation to keep on keepin’ on.
Gary Davis appears on:
[SHMLP02] [SHMEP10] [SHMEP11]
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Mr. Chinn is an enigma. Last seen living somewhere out west doing what he describes as “god’s work”, Chinn is equal parts Robin Hood and unicorn. He paired with Gary Davis to bring us A New Jersey Story and Chocolate Star EP II, but enjoys working with other like minded souls as well.
Mr. Chinn appears on:
[SHMLP02] [SHMEP10] [SHMEP11]
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Ben Cook, aka Stranger, was raised on a steady diet of disco and early dance music. He didn’t waste time getting busy, crafting his first album at the young age of 18 for Noid as Thick as Thieves. Today he healms the mighty Rong Music with partner DJ Spun, and continues to create music for the mystics under several monikors.
Stranger appears on:
[SHMLP01] [SHMEP01] [SHMLP04]
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Fernando Rios was raised in an environment that turned weaker souls into aimless thugs but kept his head down and his heart stong. With his younger brother they began producing house and hip hop songs to keep busy, while drawing inspiration from their parents’ disco and soul record collection. Blasting into recent history with a flurry of disco business for the likes of Tiny Sticks, Permanent Vacation, Lektroluv and Grayhound, Michoacan’s sound will be heard around the world as long as boomboxes continue to exist.
Michoacan appears on:
[SHMEP08]
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Simone Fedi is the closest thing to Italo we know on a first name basis. Dispite coming from a metal background Fedi wears his disco pants tight, and can now be found around Europe toting records and drum machines from gig to gig. He produces under his proper surname as well as AMP, and both guises prove to be equally captivating on the dance floor.
Astral Manhole Project appears on:
[SHMEP09]
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Derek Boyd aka The Dead Seal is exactly who you want to meet in a dark alley. When he’s not slapping bass with bandmates Landshark, he DJs and makes fun music that chicks dig. We love you Derek.
The Dead Seal appears on:
[SHMEP06]
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