The Zénith de Paris show of DANAKIL on Saturday, 22nd, March is sold out !

Since the release of their latest album Demain peut-être in September 2024, Danakil have sold out more concerts than at any time in their 20-year career! The album is real success attracting a new audience and reuniting the band's fanbase. Live, the new show is a true performance that delights audiences everywhere the band goes, thanks to 'sincere energy and palpable complicity of the musicians

Hot news : in anticipation of what promises to be a memorable evening, the band have just released a surprise video featuring Taïro, « Musique” Discover it now! ✨

Les précommandes de « AS IT IS » le prochain album de ILEMENTS, qui sortira le 13 Mars 2025, sont disponibles ! Rendez-vous sur le Baco Shop pour commander votre exemplaire !

En 2025, ILEMENTS revient fort avec un nouvel album dans lequel introspection, spiritualité et célébration traduisent des lyrics conscients, posés sur des productions reggae roots et rub a dub. Avec toute l’énergie qu’on lui connaît derrière un micro, ILEMENTS s’entoure en studio de la crème des musiciens reggae en France : Kubix, Saymon, Boris et Smart de Danakil, ainsi que Manjul. Une histoire personnelle soigneusement mise en musique et dont la couleur musicale rend hommage aux racines caribéennes du chanteur.

AS IT IS – Sortie le 13 Mars

Redécouvrez les derniers clips « AS IT IS » and « SWEAT RUB A DUB » 

 

 

 

 

Dans le cadre d’un accroissement de nos activités et dans le but de renforcer notre équipe communication, nous recherchons une ou un chargé·e de communication. Cette personne aura pour mission de valoriser le projet de Baco Music et de ses pôles d’activités sur le web, en particulier sur nos réseaux sociaux, nos sites web et l’envoi de newsletters.

 

Voici une liste non exhaustive des tâches à accomplir :

 

EMAILING

• Rédaction, mise en page et envoi des newsletters
• Mise à jour et suivi des bases de données contacts emails
• Analyse des performances et suivi des statistiques
• Envoi de mailings réguliers :
  Mensuels : Baco Publishing, Baco Fans (actualités label & booking), Baco Shop
  Ponctuels : nouvelles signatures, sorties d’albums, actualités spécifiques pour nos différentes activités

 

COMMUNITY MANAGEMENT

Sous la responsabilité du responsable de la création et des réseaux, la ou le chargé·e de communication aura pour mission la gestion et de l’animation des réseaux sociaux (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook. LinkedIn, YouTube). La personne sera chargée de la création des contenus en accord avec notre ligne éditoriale, avec l’appui du pôle média et de la graphiste de Baco Music.

BACO MUSIC

• Relais des actualités fortes des différents pôles Baco Music : actualité des artistes en 360°, annonce de tournées, promotions des concerts, sorties du label, présence aux salons, grandes signatures pour une ou plusieurs activités, top SNEP, synchronisation…

BACO PUBLISHING

• Relais des actualités des artistes accompagné·es via des reels, posts et stories : mise en avant de leurs concerts, des sorties singles, albums…
• Mise en avant de l’activité publishing : services, temps forts, annonce des nouvelles signatures

BACO DISTRIB & SHOP

• Relais des actualités des artistes accompagné·es via des reels, posts et stories : mise en avant de leurs sorties singles, albums, grandes actualités…
• Mise en avant de l‘activité distribution : annonce des sorties de la semaine, relais des entrées en playlists, annonce des nouvelles signatures, mise en avant des albums physiques, relais sur les PLV et opérations magasins, mise en avant des top SNEP

 

BACO STUDIO

Mise en avant de l’activité de notre studio d’enregistrement : relais des services, de ses actualités et des sorties de projets ayant été créés au studio.

BACO SESSIONS

• Relais des sorties Baco Sessions YouTube et plateformes.
• Présence lors des tournages pour capter les coulisses des enregistrements en vue de leurs diffusions sur les réseaux

Ponctuellement, et en collaboration avec le responsable de la création et des réseaux, elle ou il accompagnera des artistes sur leurs stratégies digitales : audit de leurs réseaux sociaux, mise en place de la stratégie, du calendrier de sortie et du planning promotionnel sur les réseaux.

 

GESTION DES SITES WEB (WORDPRESS)

• Mise à jour et actualisation des pages artistes sur les sites Baco Records, Baco Publishing, Baco Distrib et Baco Studio
• Rédaction et publication d’articles et d’actualités sur les sites
• Mise à jour des différentes sections et contenus

 

PROFILE SOUGHT

Nous recherchons une personne créative, passionnée par la musique et le digital, dotée de compétences créatives et organisationnelles solides.

• Forte affinité avec les musiques actuelles et la culture web
• Excellentes capacités rédactionnelles, parfaite maîtrise de l’orthographe et de la grammaire
• Créativité
• Bonne capacité d’adaptation, d’organisation, esprit de synthèse
• Maîtrise de la suite Adobe (Photoshop, InDesign…)
• De bonnes bases en anglais seraient un plus
• Débutant·e accepté·e

WORKING CONDITIONS

Prise de poste : dès que possible
Type de contrat : CDD de 12 mois
35h de 9h30 à 17h30 du lundi au vendredi / 7 semaines de congés par an
Salaire : selon profil et expérience
Mutuelle d’entreprise 100 % offerte par Baco Music pour la ou le salarié·e
Poste basé à Bordeaux, en présentiel

 

 

CV et lettre de motivation à envoyer à flore@bacomusic.fr
Fin de réception des candidatures le 03 Mars 2025

Avec son single « Sweet rub a dub " Ilements célèbre ici le style de reggae “rub a dub” et son pouvoir de rassemblement, transcendant les frontières culturelles, la couleur de la peau et les croyances religieuses. Il y fait un appel à l’unité, un message de paix et d’amour, et rappelle comme la musique est un instrument puissant pour dissiper les préjugés.

The track is available on all platforms => baco.lnk.to/sweetrubadub

THK make a strong comeback in 2025 with an explosive new tour and an album in the making that promises to leave a lasting impression. Known for their cutting-edge sound universe, where dub, electro and bass music meet, this eccentric duo has become a major player on today's electro-dub scene. They've drawn many artists into their productions: KT Gorique, Panda Dub, Tracy de Sà, Jaël, Bakû...

Live, our two weirdos have transmitted their contagious energy to thousands of spectators with skanks and vibrating bass! Their set design is not to be outdone, with a particularly immersive light show that fully immerses the audience in the "THK experience".

Don't miss their show at La Cigale in Paris on October 18, which promises to be one of the highlights of the tour. Get ready for an exceptional evening where innovation meets excitement!

La Cigale – Paris
Saturday, October 18, 2025

Door opening : 7PM
Start concert : 8PM

Ticketing : https://shotgun.live/fr/events/thk-cigale

Danakil's tour kicks off with a bang, with a succession of sold-out dates, a sure sign of a convincing live show!

Since the release of their album “Demain peut-être” last September, a number of tracks have already proved particularly effective both on stream and in concert. The band will be touring until 2025, with over forty dates already announced, including a date at the Zénith de Paris - La Villette that promises to be unique and unforgettable!

Tickets and infos at this link.

14.11 Château Rouge – Annemasse (74) sold out
15.11 Transbordeur – Lyon (69) sold out
16.11 La Sirène – La Rochelle (17) sold out
22.11 La Nef – Angoulême (16) sold out
23.11 Chez Narcisse – Val d’Ajol (88) sold out
24.11 Point d’Eau d’Ostwald – Strasbourg (67) sold out
28.11 Rockstore – Montpellier (34) sold out
29.11 Le Bikini – Toulouse (31) sold out
30.11 Salle Lauga – Bayonne (64)
05.12 La Vapeur – Dijon (21) sold out
06.12 Fri-Son – Fribourg (CH)
07.12 La Cartonnerie – Reims (51) sold out
13.12 L’Autre Canal – Nancy (54)
14.12 Aéronef – Lille (59) sold out

2025
14.02 La Coopérative de Mai – Clermont-Ferrand (63)
15.02 Ancienne Belgique – Bruxelles (BE)
21.02 Rocher de Palmer – Cenon (33)
22.02 Espace Crouzy – Boisseuil (87)
28.02 Le 106 – Rouen (76) sold out
01.03 La Luciole – Alençon (61)
07.03 La Carrière – Nantes (44)
08.03 La Nouvelle Scène – Nesle (80)
13.03 La Belle Electrique – Grenoble (38)
14.03 6Mic – Aix-en-Provence (13)
15.03 Espace Malraux – Six-Fours-les-Plages (83)
22.03 Zénith de Paris La Villette – Paris (75)

GROUNDATION returns in 2025 with a new album! To celebrate its release in Paris, these global reggae legends will be performing at La Cigale. After their recent sold-out shows at Olympia and Cabaret Sauvage, don't miss the chance to experience the full power of GROUNDATION in this prestigious venue!

Formed in 1998, GROUNDATION quickly made a name for itself with its unique style, gaining international fame (especially with Hebron Gate, a masterpiece that marked an entire generation). Their fusion of roots reggae and experimental jazz is perfectly executed by virtuoso musicians and vocalists, who take us through explosive moments, dazzling solos, dub or jazz flights, and surprisingly intimate passages—all combined with the distinctive voice and energy of HARRISON STAFFORD.

In 2025, GROUNDATION returns with their 11th studio album. This new work continues the group's legendary status, maintaining their high standards of intricate music and impeccable sound quality. Recorded in 100% analog at the world-renowned ICP Studio in Brussels, the place has hosted the biggest names in music (Stromae, Pharrell Williams, The Cure, Lady Gaga, Alicia Keys, Lana Del Rey…). The mixing will be done by the legendary JIM FOX (Lion and Fox Studios). A perfect blend that promises an album of exceptional quality and vision.

Seated/standing, free seating
Doors open: 7:00 PM / Concert starts: 8:00 PM
Presale: €32 + booking fees
On-site: €50
Ticketing: https://www.ticketmaster.fr/fr/manifestation/groundation-billet/idmanif/605397

 

Once again, Peet, our favorite Belgian rapper, is set to perform at a packed Parisian venue!

After two sold-out shows at La Maroquinerie in 2023, this time Peet will take the stage at the sold-out La Cigale on Saturday, November 23rd.

Determined to showcase a lesser-known side of his universe, he unveiled deep emotions in his latest album "À DEMAIN" released in April 2024, with a remarkably engaging writing style. Featuring collaborations with Caballero, EleA, Ben PLG, White Corbeau, and Artÿ, this album confirms PEET's talent and solidifies his place as one of the key figures in Belgian rap.

A huge thank you to everyone for this incredible success!

f, for any reason, you can no longer attend the concert, you can use TicketSwap to resell your ticket, the only secure resale platform: :
https://www.ticketswap.fr/event/peet/061b7c59-d9cd-4579-ad44-0a60027a888a
For those who missed out on tickets, you can still grab one via the same link. 🙂
Avoid buying tickets on social media to prevent scams!

After the release of their new album DEMAIN PEUT-ÊTRE last September, Danakil presents the live version of the track « Ombre et Lumière » available on the Youtube channel of  Baco Sessions.

The album is available in physical format on the BACO SHOP and on all streaming platforms at this link.

The Baco Session is available  at this link.

The band is currently on tour:

Info and tickets on bacobooking.fr

 

The duo has been hammering out their bass, electro, dub and drum'n'bass productions for several years, winning acclaim from crowds all over Europe.

Constantly on the lookout for new ideas, they have released numerous albums, EPs, remixes and collaborations. Now Tetra Hydro K join forces with Baco Music for Booking, Distribution, Label and Publishing.

Tetra Hydro K is the name of a secret laboratory run by Doctor Kanay and Doctor Krilong. Their research focuses on combining organic elements (live musical instruments) in an electronic universe.

When specialists began to work on these mixtures, they tore out their hair to define them: Is it electronic? Acoustic? Dub? Drum'n'Bass? Why can't we stop dancing? Naturally, the duo got out of their lab to practice their experiments live, where the audience cheered them on.

So don't wait any longer to sample some of these audio substances for your ears!

After three singles released since the beginning of the summer, it's time to introduce you to the new album from DANAKIL « Demain peut-être » !

The album is available in physical format on the BACO SHOP and on all streaming platforms at this link.
This project is supported by the entire Baco Music team through its different areas of activity: label, publishing, distribution, booking, and studio.

"Demain peut-être" is an album that invites nuance and reflection, offering a perspective on who we are, both personally and collectively. Personally, on tracks like "Tu le sais," "Ombre et lumière," "Ça va ça vient," and "Qui y’a-t-il," and collectively in "L’ordre des jours" and "La Démocratie balbutie."
The songs on this album tell stories of life passages and experiences that many of us have gone through or will go through, inevitably. The underlying message is purely positive, urging us to hold our heads high even in difficult times, putting failure into perspective and celebrating the successes that we encounter during our lives.
I’ve always believed that a song can help someone get through a situation by showing them that others have lived the same things or felt the same emotions. I’ve relied on the music of others when I needed it, and I sought to reflect that in this album." – Balik

 

 

The band is on tour all across France and will be at the Zénith in Paris on March 22!
Info and reservations at this link.

2024
12.10 Fiesta des Suds – Marseille (13)
18.10 Festival Ouest Park – Le Havre (76)
19.10 Carnavalorock – St Brieuc (22)
25.10 Festival Les Nuits Courtes – Fontenay-le-Comte (85)
02.11 Festival Les Z’Eclectiques – Chemillé-en-Anjou (49)
08.11 Festival Mots Zik – St Jacut-les-Pins (56)
09.11 Bebop Festival – Le Mans (72)
14.11 Château Rouge – Annemasse (74)
15.11 Transbordeur – Lyon (69)
16.11 La Sirène – La Rochelle (17) sold out
22.11 La Nef – Angoulême (16)
23.11 Chez Narcisse – Val d’Ajol (88) sold out
24.11 Point d’Eau d’Ostwald – Strasbourg (67)
28.11 Rockstore – Montpellier (34)
29.11 Le Bikini – Toulouse (31)
30.11 Salle Lauga – Bayonne (64)
05.12 La Vapeur – Dijon (21)
06.12 Fri-Son – Fribourg (CH)
07.12 La Cartonnerie – Reims (51) sold out
13.12 L’Autre Canal – Nancy (54)
14.12 Aéronef – Lille (59)

2025
14.02 La Coopérative de Mai – Clermont-Ferrand (63)
15.02 Ancienne Belgique – Bruxelles (BE)
21.02 Rocher de Palmer – Cenon (33)
22.02 Espace Crouzy – Boisseuil (87)
28.02 Le 106 – Rouen (76) sold out
07.03 La Carrière – Nantes (44)
08.03 La Nouvelle Scène – Nesle (80)
13.03 La Belle Electrique – Grenoble (38)
22.03 Zénith de Paris La Villette – Paris (75)

 

 

Danakil presents the third single from their album " Demain peut-être " set to be released on September 27th.

"Ça va, ça vient" is an especially catchy track with a ska/rocksteady rhythm, supported by the band's brass section! An optimistic and uplifting song, perfect for breezing through the Indian summer with ease!

The track is available on all platforms => https://baco.lnk.to/DemainPeutEtre

The band is currently on tour! Info & Tickets at this link

Special packs + new "Demain peut-être" merch available for pre-order on the Baco Shop

TWAN TEE continues his rise and presents his third album "OUTROSPECTION," recorded between France and Jamaica. Don't miss this highly effective and contemporary album with its current sound!

His flow, paired with bold musical productions that blend reggae/dub, bass music, dancehall, and trap, has allowed TWAN TEE to carve out a unique universe for himself, always supported by producer ODDY in each of his projects. This album features numerous collaborations (Warrior King, Omar Perry, Yaadcore) that only solidify the artist's recognition among his Jamaican peers.

Preorder the album at this link.

 

Rediscover the latest single " Love One Another "

 

 

 

 

Pre-orders are now open for Danakil's new album, "DEMAIN PEUT-ÊTRE", due for release on September 27, 2024! Visit the Baco Shop to discover the album and our exclusive packs! The first 500 vinyls are signed by the whole band!

Pre-orders at this link.

22 years in the business. Tens of thousands of kilometers on the TourBus that has taken them to the four corners of the world. From a teenage dream in the early 2000s, when the band played a series of "hat" dates in the most underground cafés, to a decade later playing the biggest venues in France, a series of Zeniths and mainstream festivals, bringing their rootsy, committed music to as many people as possible.
2024 marks the band's return, with an eagerly-awaited 7th album, « Demain peut-être » which should appeal not only to the band's entire fanbase, but also to a wider audience, as the subjects addressed on this new album are so in tune with the burning news of recent months.
On the musical side, the band continues to evolve, and pushes even further the work of production within its own studio (the BACO STUDIO in Bordeaux) to cook up its best rhythmics and melodies, constantly experimenting, in search of a powerful, analog sound, far from today's standards and in search of a natural groove to best support the trenchant lyrics of Balik, DANAKIL's historic singer.
The band is currently on tour! Info & Tickets at this link.

Discover exclusive merchandising inspired by the new album's graphics!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Redécouvrez le premier single « Demain Peut-Être "

 

 

After announcing his signing with Baco Music, YOSHI DI ORIGINAL  delivers the live session of the track "Idiocratie," now available on the Youtube channel of Baco Sessions.  The track is taken from the album by producer Greenfinch. This Baco Session marks the return of the most essential MC in the underground scene.

He’s preparing new things that will be coming soon, so stay tuned!

 

Listen to the Baco Session at this link

 

 

 

 

 

 

More than 20 years of diligent practice already for the youngest dinosaur of French rap. Yes, we are talking about YOSHI DI ORIGINAL, an essential MC of the French underground scene with an already well-rounded career. The one whose dozens of collaborations represent the best that hip-hop has done in all eras: from DEE NASTY to NEKFEU via GERARD BASTE, SAÏAN SUPA CREW, JAMALSKI, HIPPOCAMPE FOU, TAIWAN MC, DJ POSKA... And many others.

Today, YOSHI has more than 600 concerts in 18 countries. These last two years spent as MC of the group SMOKEY JOE &THE KID performing at the most beautiful festivals in France and elsewhere (Musicalarue, Garorock, Boomtown, Le Bout Du Monde, Sun Ska...). The 2024/2025 tour is already planned with the brand new formation DI ORIGINALZ at its side, bringing together three of its faithful long-time acolytes: S.O.A.P (CHINESE MAN RECORDS), DJ NELS (TIMEBOMB) & FAYA BRAZ, multiple champion beatboxer , for a brand new show and crazier than ever.

New things are coming very quickly, stay tuned !

 

Yoshi on tour:

-14/06: Seignosse (40)  Fest’Yvette
-22/06: Cergy (95)  20 Ans La Ruche
-26/07: Paimpol (22)  MOS Fest.
-02/08: Albas (46)  Fêtes d’Albas
-03/08: Cornac (46)  Fest. le Chant des Chênes
-24/08: Ploumoguer (29)  Arvarus
-31/08: Bègles (33)  Balterno Fest.
-14/09: Centrès (12)  Centrestival
-20/09: St-Fargeau (89)  La Guinguette en scène
-21/09: Bagnères-de-Bigorre (65)  Big Bag Fest
-27/09: Metz (57)  MDE

BONUS EN SOLO OU DUO:

-31/05: Guillestre (05) w/ Soap
-01/06: Marseille (La Voie Maltée)
-06/07: Saintes (17) en MC du Festival
-14/07: Perpignan (66) w/ Soap

 

 

 

 

Three years after their last album and the massive tour that followed (over 100 dates, including 4 sold-out Zénith and 2 Olympia shows), the DANAKIL band is back with a brand-new track, heralding a new album coming next fall!

In " Demain peut-être " (Maybe Tomorrow), lead singer Balik advocates for slowing down, going against the current of this hyperactive world filled with constant productivity and consumerism. As he writes, " I take the time to enjoy, since time is running out." 

Musically, the band brings their natural groove, continuing their evolution and production work in their Bordeaux-based studio (Baco Studio), with a powerful analog sound that beautifully complements the softness of the lyrics.

The track is available on all platforms => https://baco.lnk.to/DemainPeutEtre.

 

The band also announced a new tour, with over 30 dates across France, as well as in Switzerland and Belgium, to discover here, with a show at Paris Zénith on March 22, 2025 !

 

The track Bridges was recorded between France and Jamaica. It marks the meeting between Twan Tee and Warrior King, who was invited to guest on the track and agreed to be featured as soon as he heard the chorus!
A single with a rootsy rub a dub feel, that evokes the links and bridges that unite us as human beings.
The video was shot in Jamaica, and features the two singers accompanied by Warrior King's family: a warm, human and collective moment, just like the track itself.

Listen to the track on the platforms at this link.

 

 

 

 

The artist Supa Mana released her album DUB SIREN last summer, and this month, the pleasure continues with a new music video from the album for "No More", featuring Pauline Diamond.

Here’s a few words from the producer about this track:

"No More" is at the heart of the Dub Siren project, a deeply personal album that features wonderful artists and friends, including the divine Pauline Diamond"No More" reflects the exhaustion and emotional violence caused by the turmoil of love on our psyche. It marks the end of the story, the moment when we say: "Stop," "No More." I’ll let you discover this beautifully written and performed song by Pauline Diamond, certainly the most beautiful of all my sirens."

The album is still available on vinyl at the Baco Shop and on all streaming platforms!.

A fine and authentic pen, catchy choruses, dreamy melodies, some more upbeat than others, personal stories, and urban struggles—that's what rapper PEET offers in his new album "À DEMAIN".

Ten tracks in which he breaks free from his past demons with poetry, taking us on an exhilarating journey through boom-bap, pop, and jazzy productions. Largely composed by himself, he is joined on some tracks by bassist Nicolas Felices and saxophonist Ferdi, as well as collaborating with producers PH Trigano, Jeanjass, and Lucci. This album confirms PEET's talent and firmly establishes him as one of the essential figures in Belgian rap.

Throughout the album, PEET takes us through time and his reflections, sharing his doubts in tracks like "Aster" and "Aquemini", revealing a sensitive and dreamy, yet ambitious personality. Focused on his career with "Isaiah", the time for carelessness is over.
"À DEMAIN" is like a good therapy session with friends, a warm stroll that speaks to the everyday person, punctuated by high-quality features that add a sharp, intoxicating, and addictive touch!

We drift on modern boom-bap beats and incisive punchlines in "Sonnez les cloches" with El Professor Caballero, then let ourselves get lost in the melancholy of features with White Corbeau and Ben PLG on "Comme les autres" and "Bonsoir".

Finally, we get a healthy dose of vitamin D with Artÿ on the pop and sunny track "Motel 8" (already available), the perfect appetizer before diving into "Leão" featuring Ele A, a young Italian rap prodigy with a precise flow and 90s influences that leave no one behind.
PEET closes his album with "Samba", which feels like a July sunset—warm and soothing—on a jazzy melody where Ferdi's saxophone instantly warms up the production and hearts.

This new opus is the best kind of medicine, and we owe it to the best of doctors!

Listen to PEET's new album at this link

PEET is on tour across France and will be at La Cigale in Paris on November 23, 2024. More info and tickets at this link !

– 01.06 Weekend des Curiosités – Toulouse (31)
– 05.06 Festival Aucard de Tours – Tours (37)
– 21.06 La Bonne Aventure Festival – Dunkerque (59)
– 28.06 Festival Un Singe En Été – Mayenne (53)
– 06.07 Festidreuz – Fouesnant (29)
– 08.07 Festival Cabaret Frappé – Grenoble (38)
– 13.07 Festival Les Ardentes – Liège (BE)
– 14.07 Festival Chauffer dans la Noirceur – Montmartin/Mer (50)
– 26.07 Festival Esperanzah – Floreffe (BE)
– 28.07 Festival Rock en Stock – Etaples (62)
– 03.08 Bientôt annoncé
– 04.08 Ronquières Festival – Braine-le-Comte (BE)
– 12.09 Bientôt annoncé
– 12.10 Rock School Barbey – Bordeaux (33)
– 08.11 Le Grand Mix – Tourcoing (59)
– 09.11 Bientôt annoncé
– 10.11 Bientôt annoncé
– 23.11 La Cigale – Paris (FR)
– 29.11 Bientôt annoncé
– 30.11 Bientôt annoncé

 

 

 

The live album from Havana Meets Kingston, recorded at the Royal Albert Hall in London, is now available on streaming platforms and in stores!

 

This unique project began in 2014 when Australian producer Jake Savona traveled from Jamaica to Cuba for the first time and envisioned the sounds of both islands coming together. A year later, he repeated the journey, this time joined by a legendary team of reggae musicians (including Sly & Robbie!), and the story was written. There was magic in the air in Havana; the studio sessions were electrifying, the musical chemistry was palpable, and fortunately, an introductory video for the project went viral.
This helped the project gain an international audience, and the two studio albums, released in 2017 and 2022, received worldwide critical acclaim.

For the first time in history, Cuban and Jamaican musicians toured together, blending the sounds and styles of both islands. Havana Meets Kingston appeared at major festivals
in Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Europe, and had the privilege of performing at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall for the BBC Proms in 2018
This concert was filmed and aired in its full 90-minute length by the BBC.
Now, Baco Records offers you the chance to relive this special concert on vinyl or through streamingYou can also access the entire live performance on YouTube.

On stage, you'll find singer Brenda Navarrete, vocalists Randy Valentine, Solis, and musicians Julito Padrón (trumpet & percussion), Rolando Luna (piano), Bopee Bowen (guitar),
Matthieu Bost (saxophone & percussion), Inor Sotolongo (percussion), El Manu Garcia (drums), Valess Assouan (bass), all led by Australian producer Jake ‘Mista’ Savona on keyboards
that night.
For 90 minutes, passionate and energetic voices in Spanish, English, and Jamaican patois weave through rhythms and melodies typical of Cuba, while deep bass lines characteristic of Jamaica pulse beneath.
The performance includes a mix of tracks from the two studio albums, with original songs and covers of Cuban classics such as the iconic 'Chan Chan' by Compay Segundo and 'El Cuarto de Tula' from Buena Vista Social Club, all reworked by a rhythm section adding a thunderous reggae aesthetic.

 

The live album from this incredible evening is now available at this linkThe full live performance is also available on our YouTube channel !

 

 

The renowned crooner MERLOT kicks off the year with a cover of " Nous Dormirons Ensemble", the famous poem by Louis Aragon Louis Aragon, which was first musically interpreted by Jean Ferrat in 1963. Accompanied by the musicians of HANDCART, MERLOT invites you to immerse yourself once again in this classic, offering a wave of love and tenderness that never gets old. 

 

MERLOT takes this opportunity to announce the release date of his new album " LA MARSEILLAISE " and invites you to discover it on February 9th. In the meantime, CD and vinyl preorders are now available at www.bacoshop.fr !

The album of,Almä Mango " FLAMME " was released on September 15 and is now available on all streaming platforms! all streaming platforms! !
To accompany the release, the music video for "Carats" is now online on her YouTube channel..

This single is a compilation of her mantras, perfect for moments of doubt! With drill beats arranged by John Makabi (Aya Nakamura), she delivers an ultra-effective anthem for motivation!

Almä Mango will be performing live at La Boule Noire on October 3 to celebrate the release of her album! More info at at this link.

 

 

QUEEN OMEGA released her album " Freedom Legacy " last March. After a successful tour, she now presents a remix of the album's first single: "Fittest Remix (Freestyle)" produced by Aïdo.Lov.

The album is still available on CD, vinyl, and all streaming platforms, check it out at this link.

 

No summer goes by without TWAN TEE dropping a gem for the season. This time, it’s with the track “Wine Pon Time” that he’s going to make you dance all summer long!

A crossover track soaked in cumbia, reggae, and ska, driven by his energy behind the mic. Composed by his partner ODDY, it features a dub bass, combined with a brass section played by JULIEN JAILLARD and ODDY himself, as well as percussion and an accordion played by VALENTIN ROUSSET , TWAN TEE unveiling this festive tune.

A Baco Session (recorded at our Baco Studio) of “Wine Pon Time” will be available on YouTube on July 20th on the Baco Music YouTube channel.

TWAN TEE will also be performing live this summer! An opportunity to experience “Wine Pon Time” , as well as his album “INNERGY” released last April.

Listen it at this link.

The "INNERGY" album is still available on vinyl and streaming platforms. More info at this link.

Here’s the latest news of the day: Peet has just released his new single, Festivaux !

After the release of his album "TODO BIEN" last February, featuring collaborations with JeanJass, Romeo Elvis, and Primero, and with over 2 million streams, it’s time to kick off his festival tour with some new music.

For this, he’s dropping a quirky trap beat, just like the lyrics the rapper is sending from Belgium to his upcoming concerts. This new single "Festivaux" will fit perfectly into any festival playlist this summer!

No worries, if you want to extend your summer vibes, this tour will include a Parisian date on November 11th at La Maroquinerie ! Come check out the guy who describes himself as a “lazy pro” in a show that will definitely keep you turning up all night long!

Next dates (more info here) :

INTERNSHIP
DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION ASSISTANT

With over 10 years of experience, Baco Music offers a wide range of activities to best support artists: label, booking, publishing, studio, and distribution.

In close collaboration with the digital distribution managers at Baco Distribution, the assistant will participate in:
– Setting up digital album releases;
– Ensuring proper artist profiles on platforms;
– Marketing tasks.

RESPONSIBILITIES
(Non-exhaustive list subject to change during the internship)

DIGITAL RELEASES
– Delivery to platforms;
– Creation of Linkfires;
– Uploading lyrics via Musixmatch;
– Monitoring and updating artist pages.

PROMOTING RELEASES
– Preparing platform pitch texts;
– Preparing newsletters.

MARKETING
– Launching digital marketing campaigns;
– Analysis and reporting.

 

PROFILE

You are passionate about music and have a Bac +4/5 level of education.
Organization, rigor, and responsiveness are among your strengths.
You are interested in the music industry online
and comfortable with digital tools.
English proficiency (B2 recommended).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Apprenticeship contract
Salary: % of the minimum wage according to current legislation.
Company health insurance: 100% covered by the employer.
Location: Paris, 11th arrondissement.

Start date: September 2023.
Send your applications to team@bacomusic.fr before July 31, 2023.

Are you passionate about music? This job is for you!

Baco Distribution, the distribution branch of Baco Music Group, is looking for a telemarketer (B2B) to work with independent record stores, FNAC, Cultura, Leclerc, and international clients..
Our main activity is physical (CD, vinyl) and digital distribution for over 150 music labels, both national and international.
Our offices and logistics warehouse are located in Guiclan (29), and the position is based in our offices. The desired start date is August 21, 2023.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION AND TASKS
As part of a multidisciplinary and dynamic team, you will primarily be responsible for selling cultural products over the phone to professional clients (existing customer portfolio).
You will work with relative autonomy, and your passion for music and current trends will be your best asset in developing commercial arguments!
You will use an ERP-type management software.

Additional tasks will include:
— Customer follow-up and loyalty management
— Sales administration assistance
— Updating commercial information and sales support
— Commercial negotiations
— Dispute management
— Expanding the client portfolio
— Market research and prospecting

 

KNOWLEDGE
— You have excellent music knowledge and follow the latest music news
— You are familiar with computer tools
— You are comfortable on the phone and master sales techniques

 

PROFILE
— Strong interest in the music industry
— Good communication and interpersonal skills
— Active listening skills
— Persuasion ability
— Curiosity
— Organizational skills and versatility
— Dynamism
— Adaptability

WORKING CONDITIONS
Working hours: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday (35 hours per week)
100% employer-covered company health insurance
7 weeks of vacation per year
Salary based on experience
Fixed-term contract with the possibility of permanent employment
Send your CV and cover letter to distribution@bacomusic.fr before July 13

Since 2011, Baco Music has developed various activities that complement its original role as a label. Today, Baco Music includes booking, publishing, physical and digital distribution, a studio, an online store, and a radio station with a continuous stream...
Baco Music is now looking for a person on a work-study contract to join its communications team ! This person will assist in managing the company and artists' social media accounts and participate in the communication strategy for our various activities.

 

Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Head of Communications and the Artistic Direction Communications Manager, you will help with the following tasks:
— Participating in the communication strategy for the different projects of the organization.
— Collaborating with the communications team on the "Baco Music" brand image and its presence on social media.
— Researching and proposing creative ideas for managing Baco Music’s social media, as well as artists' pages.
— Managing the social media accounts for Baco Music, Baco Distrib & Shop, Baco Station, and certain artist pages.
— Writing and formatting newsletters for the public and industry professionals.
— Updating and managing content on our websites (artist content, writing and posting
articles).
Writing presentations for singles, albums, and artist biographies.
— Assisting with the implementation and monitoring of digital marketing campaigns.
Occasional tasks:
— Creating visual content for album releases, tours, and singles using Photoshop.
Being present on set for music video shoots, concerts, and live sessions to create content for
social media.
These tasks can evolve depending on the person’s specific
skills and interests.

Profile/Skills:
— Mastery of web tools and social media.
— Proficiency in Photoshop and InDesign.
— Video editing skills (Premiere Pro) are a plus.
— Strong organizational skills.
— Curiosity, creativity, and a proactive mindset.
— Excellent spelling and grammar.
— Experience in the professional, cultural, or non-profit sector is a plus.
— A passion for reggae and hip-hop music.
— Good cultural knowledge of the current music scene and social media practices.

 

We prefer a work-study schedule with weekly presence in the company. To apply, please send your application via email to team@bacomusic.fr Thank you!

 

Below are the details of our search. The position will be based at our office in Bordeaux (minimum 3 days per week in-person). To apply, please send your cover letter, CV, and portfolio to team@bacomusic.fr

 

 

Our artist TWAN TEE is releasing his album " INNERGY " this Friday, April 14th with Baco Records. To celebrate the release, Twan Tee and Baco Music are hosting two events with a multitude of special guests!

Thursday, April 13th: A livestream evening live from our BACO STUDIO. Tune in at this link.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vSbSVb55WLo&feature=youtu.be

 

Friday, April 14th: For those in Bordeaux, a release party at the WAVE FORM STUDIO. All the information can be found on the Facebook event page..

 

For these events, TWAN TEE has invited several artists who have collaborated on his recent projects: ODDY, of course, along with VOLODIA, ALMÄ MANGO, CHEEKO, KING RULA, GUIDING STAR, HEVEN, ALT BLAQ, DAVOJAH, MAYLAN MANAZA.

 

The album will be available on all platforms starting Friday at this link and on vinyl format in our Baco Shop !

Album « INNERGY »

TWAN TEE presents his new album “INNERGY” in collaboration with producer ODDY, his longtime musical partner and friend. This second studio album, available on vinyl and digital, once again champions the recipe that TWAN TEE has been advocating since his debut: a blend of musical genres, unified by his unique and impactful flow.

Year after year, TWAN TEE is establishing himself as one of the most promising artists of his generation. Each of his new releases shakes up the music scene and becomes a must-have in the reggae world. This popularity is largely due to ODDY’s finely-tuned productions and advanced mixing techniques. Their collaboration gives rise to soaring reggae tracks, digital dub, seasoned with trap, reggae skanks, and bass music. Lyrically, TWAN TEE holds his own among his peers in the genre. In this album, he speaks mostly about self-determination, keeping the flame alive as in his track “Keep It Burning,” a true shot of motivation he offers his listeners. This track is also an opportunity for TWAN TEE to showcase his talent by delivering a verse in French—a stylistic choice he reveals for the very first time. This desire was already expressed to Laurent Goumarre and Marion Guilbaud in 2021 during his appearance on the show Côté Club on France Inter.

In this new album, TWAN TEE doesn’t shy away from one of the themes that defines his universe: Love and its complexities. This is especially true with his track “Tell Me,” in which he opens up about his feelings over a captivating rub-a-dub beat. It’s a musical interlude as sweet as it is melancholic. TWAN TEE also invites other artists from his circle to join him on this new project. We find the Marseillais singer Jahmie Face on the powerful track “Looking 4 This,” which was released a few weeks before the album. He also collaborates with singer Davojah on the track “Caan Push We Over,” with its dub/trap production on a stepper beat that makes heads nod instantly. With “Live Mi Life,” TWAN TEE delights fans of roots reggae. A slow rhythm, a floating instrumental, and vocal harmonies reminiscent of 70s group choirs. This song inevitably brings to mind his excellent track “On The Road” from his previous album.

“INNERGY” is the convergence of numerous sources of inspiration that TWAN TEE draws from his daily life, his travels, and his encounters. A blend of emotions and styles that gives this second album all the qualities needed to make it one of the must-listen reggae/dub releases of the year.

 

The legendary JOHNNY OSBOURNE is back with his new single " Kiss Somebody " (recut version), taken from his upcoming album set to be released by Baco Records in May! A live version was captured in our BACO STUDIO by our video team, recorded and mixed by Damien "Bobby" Coutrot, the studio manager!

 

There's no need to introduce JOHNNY OSBOURNE, a big name in the Jamaican reggae scene who has stood the test of time. Today, he delivers a reworked and modernized version of his track “Kiss Somebody” for which he collaborated with the brilliant musicians of the French Connexion Band, featuring Simon "Saymon" Roger on drums, Mato Cirade on bass, Kubix on guitar, Moktar Wurie on piano and organ, Didier Bolay on trumpet and trombone, Mael "Loeiz" Danion on keyboards and backing vocals, Guillaume "Stepper" Briard on saxophone, backing vocals, and percussion, Henry "Matic" Tenyue on trombone, and finally, Lone Ranger. This collaboration promises a delightful rediscovery of a classic like this one!

This new release is also accompanied by a live session recorded and filmed at Baco Studio. In it, JOHNNY OSBOURNE is joined by part of the French Connexion Band. It's an ideal format for all roots reggae lovers who want to get a real glimpse of the work between these incredibly talented artists.

 

The track "KISS SOMEBODY" is available at at this link.

 

VANZO has just released his first album, available on Baco Records !

The Jamaican artist VANZO unveils his debut album, adding another milestone to his already very promising career. Considered by his peers as one of the rising stars of Dancehall in Jamaica today, his crystal-clear voice and smooth flow are already setting dance floors and sound systems on fire across the Atlantic. VANZO delivers an authentic 10-track album that transports us to the heart of Yard and into the life of a young Jamaican from Spanish Town.

Until now, VANZO's success was mainly concentrated in Jamaica, but his track "Rumours" finally broke through borders, making its way to France on Radio Nova’s airwaves. Then, his song "Hardest" made it onto the playlist of the famous station.

For the release of his new album, the track "Officer" is the standout. It's arguably one of the most accomplished songs on the project. It’s a powerful testimony, reflecting VANZO’s experience and that of an entire generation living in Jamaica’s most disadvantaged neighborhoods. As a young singer from Spanish Town, he is all too familiar with the tensions between law enforcement and ghetto residents. Through this song, he expresses with great emotion his doubts and fears about a reality that ultimately echoes around the world.

The album is available in physical and digital formats at this link.

 

 

 

On Thursday the 30th, after a year 2022 that marked her return with a few first new singles and a tour of the greatest reggae festivals, QUEEN OMEGA will be in France, and more specifically at La Bellevilloisein Paris, to present her new album “ Freedom Legacy ”. Preorder at this link)

QUEEN OMEGA born Jeneile Osborne, seems to always have lived through music : she takes her first steps on stage and on national television at the age of 9, and already writes her own calypsos back then, which are protest songs from Trinidad and Tobago. 

She grew up in a family in which music is everywhere and where voices such as Aretha Franklin’s and Whitney Houston’s reign supreme, and evidently, you’ll be able to hear obvious intonations in the singer’s voice. On top of those influences, Queenie, as a few of her fans like to call her, is crazy about reggae and dancehall music. Quite naturally, she will turn to those sound colors to carry her biting way with words. She also explores her deejaying abilities that soon become a key element of her music, and raise her to new heights. 

She quickly becomes a flagship face to the feminine reggae stagethrough her inspiring and committed to women’s cause lyrics, and through the magnetic power coming her and her music. After 3 albums and well-noticed appearances on stage, QUEEN OMEGA leans on the project “ Freedom Legacy ”. 

This new album appears as an introspective journey and as an engaged ode. She delivers conscious messages, with as times feminist at times anti racist lyrics, topics that the singer holds very dear and which will surely resonate widely. She addresses her children and fans with a kind strength, aiming to change a world that seems to be difficult to understand at times. 

She surrounds herself with various artists for features, such as JULIAN MARLEY, SOOM T, MARCUS GAD, YANISS ODUAKUSHITE or JALIFA.

For this woman wearing multiple hats -mother, singer, lyricist, activist and so many more- music must be a commitment, solidarity and love vehicle at all costs, to leave a viable society for her children and the next generations : her lyrics are calls for collective and pacific action, for unarmed fight to save humanity of its own quirks.

With this impressive baggage, QUEEN OMEGA  will lay down her hat at La Bellevilloise at the end of March. We already were able to discover a vast part of this opus, with singles such as “Fittest”, “Wise Queens”, “See You Down” or “Lioness”. 

A live session was recorded in our studio, an incredible must-see BACO SESSION available on our YouTube channel which is a perfect foretaste for the release party on March the 30th. 

Tickets are hereand we strongly encourage you to join us for this date which promises to be rich in emotions, carried by this new album and by the unspeakable aura of QUEEN OMEGA.

 

Baco Station is the radio of Baco Music, it’s free and accessible on its website or via a free app on your mobile.

Website =>www.bacostation.fr
Download the app => baco.lnk.to/BacoStation

The radio also has its Twitch channel and aims to host streams related to music. In this context, we now welcome the stream of B-LOW every Thursday morning — this is the JEUDINALE!

 

What is the Jeudinale?

Every Thursday morning, B-LOW meets you at 7am on Twitch to create music productions live with you! From his studio, B-LOW records his various instruments and creates tracks live.

 

Who is B-LOW?

Coming from a classical background, studying clarinet, B-LOW quickly became a self-taught musician, passionate about creating sound. His journey has included piano, bass, trombone, tuba...
Since adolescence and for about 20 years, he’s toured with various bands (Glizsons, Mascariders, Moon-Hop, Foolish King, SHT crew, The Protolites, The Ambrassadors, etc.)
. The idea of a personal project blending all his musical influences (rock, funk, hip hop, reggae, etc.) slowly took shape. At the end of 2021, B-LOW released his first remix “So Nice” (from the band Too Many T’s) and a first single featuring Brother Lion, singer of Shaolin Temple Defenders (available on all platforms).
In 2022, he released his first EP Sleepless Night and a second remix “Upstairs” (Mirana Shirley). Since the end of 2022, he has been streaming on Twitch to share his creative process. Various EPs, singles, and collaborations are already well underway for 2023.

 

See you every Thursday on our Twitch channel ! 

The track " Fed Up" from the “Danakil Meets Ondubground part.2” album will be available this saturday as an NFT on the website Pianity ! The NFT will be auctioned on saturday for 24 hours at this address: https://pianity.com/danakil/fed-up-feat-bounty-killer
You can define this NFT as a collector version of the track, available as a digital file… Here are some explanations!

 

What is actually a NFT?

A NFT is a unique digital property, allowing to authenticate the originality and the property of a digital file. It often concerns a work of art : a picture, a video, a track. It’s not fungible because it can’t be traded for another NFT. Unlike a bitcoin having the same value as another one, a NFT doesn't have the same value as another NFT (just as you wouldn’t exchange a Picasso piece with a Renoir one). Each file is unique and has its own value. On Pianity, a NFT is a collectible limited edition track for music lovers.
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Our partner Pianity 

Pianity is a music marketplace, allowing artists to sell their pieces as limited editions. A musician can sell a track as 1, 10, 100 or 1000 copies, enclosed with an authenticity and property certificate. It can be kept, traded, or sold.
You can see a NFT as a collector and signed-by-the-artist vinyl. It is truly a collection item, that can take value according to the track, its rarity, the artist’s success, and the advantages related to the song.
With the NFTs, Pianity gives the artistes a new complementary income source to those who don’t benefit much from the streaming plateformes, and a new way to connect with their fans and supporters.

 

The Track! 

This piece is a “Marre” track remix, released by Danakil the day before the first 2022 election round. For this remix, it’s the jamaican Bounty Killer who was invited to the side of Balik to reinvent the tune.

 

 

QUEEN OMEGA unveils her new single "Lioness”.

A cry from the heart, that of this female artist who established herself as one of the first singers and songwriters in reggae/dancehall at the dawn of the 90s.
In a male-dominated society, QUEEN OMEGA proudly carries the voice of women, too often silenced. She encourages the new generation, with its undeniable spiritual and emotional power, to continue the fight for gender equality. Once again, QUEEN OMEGA 's lyrics are filled with conscious messages. Drawing inspiration from her own life experience, she expresses with great emotion and pride how important it is to assert one's rights, as a woman, mother, or worker. She also reminds us of how crucial the role of women is in maintaining the fragile balance of our societies. With a roots reggae instrumental, "Lioness" is a feminist anthem, an ode to all the women of this world.

Queen Omega, whose real name is Jeneile Osborne, was born in San Fernando, Trinidad and Tobago, a Caribbean island just north of Venezuela. Encouraged by her mother, Queen began performing in talent shows at the age of 9, writing her own Calypso songs and rapping on national television channels.

 

Twan Tee released his new reggae track " Chalwah" on January 10th.

After his last album " Crossing " , released in 2021 with our Baco Records label, blending his reggae dub, ska, and trap influences, he returns in 2023, asserting his style and has been unveiling tracks from his upcoming album, set to drop this Spring! He previously introduced " Never Look Back " in September and " Caan Push We Over " with Davojah en octobre.

With "Chalwah," in a rub a dub electronic style, Twan Tee, one of the most promising reggae artists of his generation, comfortably sets you in a dreamy ganja tune that captivates, like thick smoke rising from his chalice. For those less familiar, this new single will simply help you unwind from the very first listen, thanks to the floating production by Oddy.

He recently visited the Baco studio to record a live version of the track! A new Baco Session to be discovered on the Baco Music YouTube channel !

Enjoy a moment in good company at Baco Studio! 

The Baco Sessions are live recordings in our Bordeaux studio by our Baco Music artists, as well as featuring guest artists. Located in the heart of Bordeaux, the BACO STUDIO is a space dedicated to music creation, serving your projects!

Discover our Baco Sessions on our YouTube channel: Max Romeo, Big Red, Queen Omega, Marcus Gad, Blakkamoore… and stay updated with studio news on our website: Our studio => bacostudio.fr

 

THE LATEST MUSIC VIDEOS BY TWAN TEE 

 

In an electronic rub-a-dub style, Twan Tee, one of the most promising reggae artists of his generation, comfortably sets you in a dreamy ganja tune that captivates, like thick smoke rising from his chalice. For those less familiar, this new single will simply help you unwind from the very first listen, thanks to the floating production by Oddy.

" Chalwah " is now available on all streaming platforms! !

This track will be accompanied by a live version filmed in our Baco Studio , coming soon on our YouTube channel !

 

" Long Way Home » is the second single from MARCUS GAD " Ready For Battle". It is a song written for his country, his island New Caledonia, when the distance was felt the most.

As he explains to us, when you're away from home, sometimes you have surprisingly realistic memories that pop up. For MARCUS GAD, they take various forms; the smell of freshly squeezed kava, the texture of laterite gravel under one’s foot, the particular light of sunrise on a Pacific island or the intonation of an Elder telling a tale in a local dialect. So many things that bring him back to his land despite the distance that separates him from it and that he managed to translate all into emotion in « Long Way Home » .

Listen to the single on the platforms on this link.

 

 

Here it is, the album bringing together the group DANAKIL and the duo ONDUBGROUND is now available in CD, vinyl, and digital formats!

To accompany this release, the two collectives wanted to offer their listeners a unique live experience with an exclusive livestream on YouTube. Set in a dystopian world at the brink of the apocalypse, where all communication signals have been lost, OMAR PERRY reactivates the sound system to make the last survivors skank.

Behind the turntables, ONDUBGROUND leads the dance, inviting MCs BALIK, NATTY JEAN, MANJUL, TWAN TEE, OMAR PERRY and BOUNTY KILLER to take back control of a sound system thought This livestream follows the release of the music video of “Dem Nuh Like We” music video earlier this week.

The album is available at this link.

 

Volodia presents his new album " POUR TOUJOURS ", released on November 18th!
An album in which the artist returns to his reggae roots, aiming to be timeless, both in the themes he explores and in the music he creates.
For this new project, Volodia surrounded himself with the cream of the genre’s musicians: Kubix on guitar, Muctaru Wurie on keyboard, Simon ‘Saymon’ Roger on drums, Manjul on percussion and backing vocals with Almä Mango , and finally Massif B. on bass and composition for most of the tracks.
Recorded and mixed at Baco Studio by sound engineer Damien "Bobby" Coutrot, the album is a dense 15-track collection, featuring several guest artists! Here’s the tracklist:

01. Toute mon âme
02. Héritage
03. Je Pars feat. Sika Rlion
04. Pour Toujours
05 – Mélanine feat. Taïro
06. Pendu À Tes Lèvres
07. Rendez-vous
08. Comme d’Hab
09. Pour Ou Contre
10. Riche feat. Marcus Gad
11. Souviens-toi feat. Ramy Raad
12. Espère encore
13. Tout donner feat. Twan Tee
14. Le Temps Qu’il Faudra
15. Distances feat. Kubix

The album is available on vinyl and CD at our BACO SHOP and on all streaming platforms!
baco.lnk.to/PourToujours

Volodia will be on tour with Tairo in December and at the NEW MORNING in Paris on March 3rd! Find all his tour dates here.

 

It's official, the collaborative album between the group DANAKIL and the Touraine duo ONDUBGROUND will be released on December 9!

For this release, the DANAKIL, very attached to their values ​​of independence, wanted to highlight crucial players in the music industry: independent record stores. From November 18 to December 9, it will therefore be possible to obtain a preview of the new album “DANAKIL MEETS ONDUBGROUND PART.2” at all the partner record stores of the operation.

These record stores play an essential role in promoting independent productions, by highlighting “niche” references that cannot be found anywhere else. Also, to support their passionate work, it was obvious for the DANAKIL to offer them this exclusive preview.

In addition to supporting their economic model weakened by the decline in sales of physical albums, it is also a means of encouraging local trade, where exchanges are favored and listening to music is facilitated. A different experience from the one you can have by discovering the latest releases on your favorite streaming platform!

If a list of partner record stores is available, the group specifies that it will be quite possible to go to any other independent record store and place an order with it.

For this new album “DANAKIL MEETS ONDUBGROUND PART.2”, the cast is spectacular, ranging from top Jamaican toasters like BOUNTY KILLER, JAH MASON, SKARRA MUCCI or OMAR PERRY, to the promising young shoots of the international underground scene (TWAN TEE, ANDREIA), passing through the tenors of the UK scene: GENERAL LEVY, CHARLY P, etc…

This new collaboration between the two collectives DANAKIL and ONDUBGROUND is a supercharged cartridge that will be officially available on December 9, 2022 in physical and digital.

Here is the list of partner record stores:

• Le Silence de la Rue – Paris (11e arr.)
• Musical Box – Dignes Les Bains (04)
• Galette Records – Marseille (13)
• Disc’n’truck – Caen (14)
• Noir et Feu Records – Rochefort (17)
• Black Market – Dijon (21)
• Les Sillonneurs – Morlaix (29)
• Les Enfants du Roc’h – Huelgoat (29)
• Total Heaven – Bordeaux (33)
• Le Comptoir du Disque – Montpellier (34)
• Opus – Dole (39)
• Skratch Records – Bracieux (41)
• Haffi Dreads – Orléans (45)
• Palace Records (49) – sur les salons et marchés locaux
• Big Star Records – Arras (62)
• Rolling Rock – Clermont Ferrand (63)
• Mange Disque – Bayonne (64)
• Livity Records – Lyon (69)
• Gilbert Joseph – Lyon (69)
• La Disquerie – Macon (71)
• Mes Vinyles.fr – Wissous (94) + vente en ligne
• 79 Tours – Niort (79)
• La Malle à Disques – Amiens (80)
• Mod Disc – Cavaillon (84)

 

After a summer festival tour that impressed everyone, the unmissable concert of the rentrée is fast approaching, and the tickets are almost sold out! Only a month left until the event night with GROUNDATION + CLINTON FEARON, on October 22nd at the Olympia. The last tickets are still available here.

GROUNDATION (formed in 1998 by singer and guitarist HARRISON STAFFORD) will present their 10th studio album “ONE ROCK”, released on May 13, 2022. 

After over two decades of performing on the biggest international stages, GROUNDATION has become an essential headliner in the reggae world. 2018 marked the beginning of a new era as the band was revitalized by a new generation of virtuoso musicians, still led by HARRISON STAFFORD. The album's arrangements and complex rhythms, surprising melodies, combined with Harrison Stafford's distinctive voice and energy, define this new album and reinforce the unique artistic identity of the California band. 

CLINTON FEARON will open the night with his band, "THE RIDDIM SOURCE"A singer, songwriter, and bassist of the legendary GLADIATORS, Clinton then embarked on an incredibly prolific solo career (with no fewer than 13 albums!), solidifying his place as a global reggae star. 

His new album, « BREAKING NEWS » (released June 3, 2022), was written in just a few months during the COVID-19 pandemic. The album was entirely recorded with the French musicians of « THE RIDDIM SOURCE » who will be performing with him on stage. According to Clinton's own words, " the best band he’s ever played with! ".

 

New single from Twan Tee!

An active member of the new generation of reggae artists in France, TWAN TEE draws inspiration from a variety of styles (reggae, dancehall, UK bass music, dub) and brings a real dynamic to the movement.

A year and a half after his first solo album, he sets the stage with determination on his new single " Never Look Back " , marking his grand return.

"Never Look Back" is a track driven by digital reggae, blending in the instrumental codes of trap, delivering a powerful production from the very first seconds. The flow TWAN TEE offers is unmistakable. He owes this ease to the many sound systems across France where he has been performing for over ten years.

This new single is available on all platforms starting Wednesday, September 21st, and serves as the lead-up to a future album in 2023.

The first album of PRENDY, released on May 20th on streaming platforms, is now available on vinyl!

On his debut album " AWAY AWAY " , PRENDY explores questions that are both universal and personal over the productions of the talented BLUNDETTO, who composes and arranges reggae melodies that are as exhilarating as they are ethereal. Ten tracks of vapor reggae with pop accents, just like the three music videos featured below.

The vinyl is available on the BacoShop and at your favorite record stores!

 

 

QUEEN OMEGA UNVEILS HER NEW SINGLE " WISE QUEENS " !

After the release of the powerful single " Fittest"  marking QUEEN OMEGA's big comeback, she presents her new single: " Wise Queens" .

This track is a magnificent and energetic collaboration of three artists from Trinidad and Tobago: JALIFA, KUSHITE and QUEEN OMEGA.

The song is about women, expressing a sense of stability, focus, and strength. It’s delivered with a fierce and proud tone, set to a roots production by LionsFlow Productions.

QUEEN OMEGA, KUSHITE and JALIFA each have very distinct vocal styles. The song shares this multitude of feminine energies with the world. Brought together by Trinidadian producer Jah Trebel, the idea was to unite the three female reggae ambassadors of the island, and beyond!

In the video, you'll find them surrounded by other women of all generations. Numerous portraits of shopkeepers, DJs, seamstresses, haberdashers, laborers, and bakers are also highlighted. It’s an ode to sisterhood with a colorful display of traditional outfits, directed by filmmaker Hood.

All three singers have made their mark on the music industry, and through " Wise Queens" they remind us that in the fraternity of "conscious dancehall", a woman's voice will always create the balance that's missing.

On March 25th, CHEEKO unveiled his EP "MIROIR PT.1" and put the spotlight on the track "Indigo".

On a sunny egotrip journey, he takes us through the streets of Cuba in his new music video, riding in a stunning vintage Chevrolet. Perfect for reminiscing about our golden moments, it’s also the chance for CHEEKO to announce the arrival of a new album, composed of "MIROIR PT.1" and its part 2.

Mirror, mirror... We’ll tell you more in the coming weeks!

 

Baco Music partners with PIANITY to launch its first NFT Drop! PIANITY is a platform for musical NFTs where artists and their fans come together to create, collect, and trade limited edition pieces. Stay tuned and follow us closely on social media. If you want to learn more, you can check it out here !

Second single for VOLODIA stepping,up to the mic to reclaim his place on the French reggae scene,which he has toured extensively from festivals to sound systems. After,exploring various musical styles,he proves,here that,he's comfortable on any riddim,adding his signature touch of humor,self-deprecation, and simplicity.

The track is available everywhere and the music video directed by Maxime Rey is out now!

 

 

Recently signed with Baco Music, BIG RED makes a strong statement with his first single " Nous Sommes" taken from his upcoming album! After a long journey of exploring futuristic sounds, BIG RED now chooses to delve into the roots of his school.

The track is available everywhere, and the video is online on YouTube! Enjoy, Fam!

PRENDY PRENDY has just released the clip of "High On" ! Directed by Jules GONDRY with BIGA RANX as guest, go in a reverie between arid desert and aquatic environment populated by marine species! So High !

Prendy's PRENDY album "AWAY AWAY" is available everywhere!

The second volume of Mista Savona " Havana Meets Kingston Part 2 " has been available since Friday, June 3rd! Features and collaborations in every direction for this second meeting between South America and Jamaica.

Available for streaming and physical purchase on BacoShop! !

The new album of Clinton Fearon is now officially available, in streaming and physically ! It is with great joy and a certain pride that we present this new album, proudly stamped with the Baco Music label!

Available for physically and streaming sur toutes les plateformes !

Enjoy

Here’s the live version of the title track, recorded at the Midi Live Studio in Paris !

"DANAKIL Takes Over the Théâtre Fémina"

In May 2021, the band DANAKIL decided to create a special moment for their fans while symbolizing the ban on performing in cultural venues. DANAKIL took over the Théâtre Femina for an evening, in front of a magnificent set but filled with empty seats, which nonetheless reached a full house in streaming. It was a way to maintain the strong connection with their audience while symbolizing the frustration shared by all in response to the government's silence on the cultural sector.

From this, 15 tracks were revisited for the occasion, including classics as well as songs from the new album " Rien Ne Se Tait", released on September 3, 2021. A unique, intimate moment to be relived on streaming platforms and full on YouTube..

After these two challenging years for everyone, get comfortable—DANAKIL invites themselves into your home before hitting the road throughout 2022!

 

 

 

You may have seen on the social networks of GROUNDATION that they have started to divulge some really attractive news about their futur album! After recording the album in the USA alongside the legendary Jim Fox, specialist of analog recording (without computer), Harrison Stafford was in Jamaica to invite many reggae icons to appear on several titles: the singers ofIsraël Vibration, The Abyssinians, the CongosWhile waiting for the first notes, you can discover some pictures on GROUNDATION’s Facebook page.

This next opus will be realeased on 2022, you can listen it on stage in Europe as early as March 2022, particularly for an exceptionnal show in Paris, in the Cabaret Sauvage all renovated. The venue has increased its intimate mood, with its wood and velvet decor, while getting the first sound-proof tent of the world, with an incomparable acoustic. GROUNDATION looks forward to come because the band loves the city of Paris where it hasn’t played for 4 years, and because the parisian public is one of the first to support GROUNDATION since its beginnings!

All tour dates here

March, 22nd 2022 at the Cabaret Sauvage: Facebook event / Tickets

After a festivals tour and two unforgetable shows sold out at the Olympia (Paris), DANAKIL continues to celebrate its 20 years anniversary as early as this autumn, during a tour throughout France!

You will discover again all the best songs of the discography of the band, and also listen their new album live, « RIEN NE SE TAIT  », released September 3rd!

All tour dates here

 

The new album " Sound Therapy " by MANJUL is available on streaming platforms and on vinyl at the BACOSHOP! Find it at this link.

 

MANJUL (Dub To Mali, Sugar Minott, African Brothers, Takana Zion, Azania Band, Danakil), a multi-instrumentalist, singer, mix engineer, and producer, presents a new album, the result of a collaboration with sound engineer FRANÇOIS FX VILAVERDE and drummer YVO ABADI!

The trio met in Bamako through various projects with artists like TIKEN JAH FAKOLY, AMADOU ET MARIAM, and the Paris-Bamako Festival. Beyond their shared passion for reggae, the three artists have their own unique sensitivity to music. They are convinced of its therapeutic power, affecting the mental, physical, social, and spiritual well-being of those who create it, accompany it, spread it, or receive it. All three work alongside many artists in the studio and live performances. This work is a testament to their friendships and collaborations, bringing together a diverse group of musicians, singers, and vocalists from different backgrounds, musical expressions, and generations.

Recorded in various studios in Paris, Mali, Jamaica, and Reunion Island, this album expresses a wide range of emotions and cultural particularities. On this project, you’ll find artists from the Indian Ocean islands, Comoros, Congo, Mali, Guyana, Jamaica, and France, creating reggae tracks with roots influences. These songs, colored by multiple musical influences, tackle deep themes and represent "a musical journey within and around each individual, driven by the therapeutic power that ‘sound’ offers to all living beings."

Beyond its purely musical aspect, YVO ABADI, also a painter and illustrator, adds a visual dimension to the project by designing the album’s artwork. This album was meticulously crafted, with the trio developing a precise creative process. Instrumental themes are proposed by MANJUL and arranged by YVO ABADI who brings his rhythmic sensitivity. The sound direction and enhancement are overseen by FX VILAVERDE throughout the recording and mixing process, in addition to his contributions on keyboards, bass, trumpet, percussion, and vocals. MANJUL lead vocals also feature on 4 tracks in different languages and styles.

This project also includes several high-profile collaborations with special guests: CLINTON FEARON, CEDRIC MYTON, CORNELL CAMPBELL, BACO MOURCHID, TIKOK VELLAYE, VALERIE TRIBORD, JUPITER AND OKWESS and many others. Among the musicians, talented artists such as CYRIL ATEF, TARANTABABU, saxophonist RICO GAULTIER (Faya Horns Roots Heritage, etc.), trombonist DIDIER BOLAY (Tiken Jah Fakoly, Inna De Yard, etc.), and guitarists KUBIX (IJahman Levi, …) and HUGH VALOT (Alpha Blondy, etc.) provide the rhythm.. You’ll also find AHMED FOFANA on kora and balafon (Lauryn Hill, Toumani Diabate, etc.), and SHAKY NORMAN on melodica!

A cover of the song "EX-FACTOR" by Lauryn Hill in reggae version!

A few years ago, DRAKE sampled the track " Ex-Factor"  by LAURYN HILL. Today the BOOBOO’ZZZ ALL STARS unveil their interpretation of this classic from the iconic singer of the FUGEES, in a brand new version

Two months before the release of their new album " STUDIO REGGAE BASH VOL.3 " scheduled for November 26, 2021, the Bordeaux group is once again asserting its incredible ability to perform essential classics.

The new album "Rien Ne Se Tait" by DANAKIL will be released on September 3rd on the BACO SHOP, in regular stores, and on streaming platforms!
Find all the links by clicking here.

Pre-order your copy on CD or vinyl and pre-save the album to your Deezer library!
The band is on tour throughout France, check out all the dates at this link.

Here is the album's tracklist: 

01 – Rendez-nous la justice
02 – Imaginez
03 – WTTJ
04 – Rien ne se tait
05 – Monde de fous
06 – Se perdre
07 – Marre
08 – Ensemble
09 – Tout ça m’est égal feat. Akhenaton
10 – Terrasse thérapie
11 – Oublions
12 – La famille
13 – Life goes on feat. Manjul

 

Softness and relaxation embrace us with « Come To Me » the perfect tune to chill out all summer.
In front of a sunset or a sunny afternoon surrounded by friends, TWAN TEE has created the song that will remind us of our fondest holiday memories!

Listen it at this link.

 

Kid of the 90s, TWAN TEE is an artist who grows up immersing himself in different universes including Jamaican culture, hip-hop or bass music. As a teenager in the Paris region, he began to compose his first riddims from his bedroom. At the age of 20, he asserted his style and made his first voice recordings, while learning in various sound systems. But it's when he meets ROOTS ATTACK that TWAN TEE imposes his musicality.

New joint album for our artists CHEEKO & VOLODIA! A pure reggae / hip-hop vibe for the summer! 

It's in the "YARD" that Cheeko & Volodia, the 2 co-pilots of PHASES CACHÉES, find themselves for the time of an album, handmade, in two weeks under the scorching sun. 

After years of solo adventures, several albums, EP and touring, they had to find a place, a bubble, to refocus, relax and let go. 

This is the YARD. A microphone, two friends, who complement each other in their differences, each mastering his own style, venturing into the other, in search of the original fire. The Yard is more than music, it's a vibe. 

YARDis only good energy, sent from a place where ideas flourish, where desires grow in the middle of the ambient heat. With explosive featurings, Cheeko & Volodia return to the sources, find themselves on fiery productions ... hot as the sun under which this mixtape has grown, between plants, fruits and vegetables. 

Breathe, come into the YARD. 

Album is available at this link.

 

Sixth single from the new DANAKIL album which will be released in September! A track where the two singers Balik and Natty Jean respond to each other, pointing out the evils of our contemporary society and noting a "Monde de Fous".

Their message is carried by a powerful bass-drums base, a hot brass section and a masterful keyboard-guitar-percussion ensemble.

The album RIEN NE SE TAIT is available for pre-orders on the baco shop and for pre-sale on the platforms! All the informations at this link

 

Cheeko & Volodia present the first single from their upcoming album in coming weeks. On BOMBOCLAAT, the two friends cross swords over a burning production, complementing each other in their differences after years of solo adventure.
Cheeko & Volodia bring a new vibe to the rap game!

 

On this brand new episode, the french band BOOBOO'ZZZ ALL STARS gives us a fresh reggae version of the mythic OASIS's hit « Wonderwall » and they breathe new life into this intergenerational single ! A new single cover with an unstoppable groove, perfect to enjoy us in this period under the sign of the recovery !

Their first album “STUDIO REGGAE BASH” (2017, Baco Records) is warmed welcome by the public and won the Victoire of Reggae Award. The “STUDIO REGGAE BASH VOLUME II” comes back with new and even more exciting guests, like BEN MAZUÉ, BEN L'ONCLE SOUL or even TAÏRO. They play new cover tunes with Jamaican sounds mixing poetry, melancholy and summer heat.

A new season starts for the BOOBOO’ZZZ ALL STARS with a new receipe and presents the “STUDIO REGGAE BASH VOL. III” in a new format. This time the group has renewed itself and offers an album registered in their studio in which they totally mastered songs and intros. Though well-known as musicians in the past, they succeed in performing classics into Reggae and Soul styles.

The BOOBOO'ZZZ ALL STARS lives on in its originality and its freshness mixing different styles sensitively, to everyone's delight.

More infos at this link 

 

We are 10 years old! We couldn't celebrate this anniversary without offering a new Baco Tape!

It has become a strong meeting for Baco and you have been asking us the continuation of the last 3 editions.

For this, the label wanted to present you the best of our recent productions and also to discover in preview, the projects that we will unveil in the months to come. All mixed and revisited by DJ KASH!

A strong object, which marks our 10 years of independence. We are proud to present the best of our productions!

Pre-order your Tape on Diggers Factory! It's at this link !

If you can't see us on stage, we come to your living room !

After a long year without any shows, ans without any perspectives from the French government, DANAKIL DANAKIL and Baco Music decided to create a new online event to keep the link with you. The relation with our public is what give a sense to our jobs and we miss it as much as you!

For this time, we wanted to imagine an event as important as a “real” live show: it we be recorded in the wonderful venue of the Théâtre Fémina in Bordeaux. We also would like to take advantage of the video format, more intimist and original, to make you discover the backstage, to make you see new points of vue, to animate the show with a lot of surprises, to play several new songs of Danakil’s next album… we can’t tell you more to keep the mystery! DANAKIL At the Baco Studio and during a residency near Bordeaux at "La Maison," we wanted to take this approach further while waiting for warmer in-person reunions.

You can visit the ticketing plateform Dice to read all the informations to see the show, and to discover the different available packages (ticket + CD, LP, book, Tshirt…).

We can’t wait to share this moment with you!!
We also offer several packages with your ticket to attend the concert: depending on the option you choose, you can also receive:
– The book “ Danakil 2001 – 2021 : Ensemble” by Aymeric Jeanson, which tells the story of the band celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
– The new Danakil T-shirt, specially created for the band's 20th anniversary (available on the Baco Shop)
– The CD or vinyl " Live à La Maison", which will be released on May 21, a gentle journey through the band's 20 years with their best tracks recorded during the two live sessions of 2020.

We can't wait to share this evening with you and take the stage of this beautiful venue—closed and silent for months—at least for a few hours. Put on your best sweatpants, get comfortable on your sofa, crank up the volume, and ride the tiger with us!

Facebook event here
Tickets & Informations here

VOLODIA takes with him two major figures of the new French reggae generation: Théo, from JAHNERATION and NAÂMAN.
A few days before the release of "APNÉE", a new EP signed VOLODIA, the trio invites us to take the time in a soft and vaporous song. In a world where our lives are increasingly shaken up, the motto is simple: "Slow Down".
Listen to the new single on the platforms at this link.

The EP "Apnée" will be released on April 16 on Baco Music.

In the track hat accompanies the release of the eponymous book about DANAKIL « Ensemble »the group tells us about their 20-year human and artistic adventure. A perfect track and video for the band's large fan community
A warm and cheerful song in the image of DANAKIL who will unveil their new album next September. DANAKIL qui nous dévoileront en septembre prochain leur nouvel album.

Aymeric Jeanson's book "Danakil: Ensemble" is available everywhere! Reserve your copy on the Baco Shop.

Come and share a moment with CLINTON FEARON in the Baco Studio !
Live tracks and an interview with this wonderful artist conducted by CHEEKO.

Enjoy a moment in good company at Baco Studio!

 

More info about CLINTON FEARON on his artist page sa page artiste.

The Nyabinghi drums are resonating and the traditional jamaican songs are echoing with Cuban voices. You plunge straight into the Havana Meets Kingston project with this brand new single "The Fire From Africa". The Fire From Africa.
The profound desire of MISTA SAVONA , the initiator and producer of the first volume of HAVANA MEETS KINGSTONechoes in the lyrics of this new single celebrating the two islands' reunification. And if this cultural jumble works
so well it's thanks to their common desire to rediscover their roots : Africa.
In a deep mutual respect, the Jamaican singers Micah Shemaiah and The Gideon share the mic with the Cuban rapper Puchoman, from the band La Armada, and together they celebrate the encounter of their islands. On the instrumental side, it's Sly & Robbie who set the pace. Close your eyes and let yourself float away on an intercultural journey

At the crossroads of vapor and urban pop, Volodia rises with its new track "Apnée" (Apnea) He has found his balance between his lyrics and his melodies, the new single (and eponymous track from his new EP) testifies to it ... The digital pre-orders of the EP are launched !

The band returns with "Studio Reggae Bash VOLUME III" which will be released in September. Each month, the band unveils one of the new songs, covers in reggae format of famous songs from pop culture!

Discover the songs already released!

The band DANAKIL released the track " Rendez-Nous La Justice " on January 14th.

Danakil denounces widespread authoritarianism and injustice in the face of police violence.
During this period when we need dialogue, respect and convergence between citizens, the government is only proposing ultra-security reinforcement, where everyone's right to express themselves seems to evaporate a little more every day.

You want peace? It's time to make justice. 

The album "CROSSING" has been available since February 5th on all platforms.
After discovering " Don’t Let The Sytem Get You Down", "On The Road" and "Irie", it's time for you to check out his whole new album!