But the recording never saw the light of day, with the duo parting ways soon after.įifteen years later, on hearing the news that legendary Brighton promoters Tatty Seaside Town, who'd given the band their first shows back in the early years, were calling it a day and putting on a final weekender the duo felt it was the right time to finally come back together. 'Shelter Ceremony Collapse' was recorded during a stint in New York in the winter of 2008, where the duo laid down this beastly three track, recorded by Chris Pierce at Technical Ecstasy Studio in New Brunswick. They were most active between 2005 - 2009 sharing bills with the likes of Boris, Russian Circles, Heirs, A Storm of Light, Orange Goblin and ASVA. Old Mayor are Adam Kammerling and Owen Gildersleeve (Modern Technology / Human Worth). “Nice party starter from Artis Boris, excellent production all around.HUMAN WORTH are proud to present the 'forgotten' EP 'Shelter Ceremony Collapse' recorded 15 years ago by UK doom duo Old Mayor and finally released ahead of the final TST all-dayer 18-19 March, with a portion of proceeds donated to charity. “Fantastic modern funk infused dancefloor slapper with silky smooth vocals” - Walla P, Funktastique Voyage

Artis Boris brings along dancefloor appeal that makes this a sure shot for g-funk DJs and future funk fanatics alike. Piercing vocals are backed by layers of synths, experimental sounds and a deep bass line. 'Can You Dance?' is the first single lifted from the forthcoming début EP 'Easy Living.' Asking the question in a hauntingly beautiful manner is the freshly crowned 'Female Artist of the Year' - Rita Ray.

This spring will see him make a strong entry into the scene currently habitated by Dam Funk, Temu, Dan Kye and XL Middleton.

New kid on the modern boogie playground, Artis hails from Riga, Latvia. What happens when you couple a virtuoso jazz pianist with a curiosity for synths, warm analog sounds and an appetite for beats? The newest signee of Funk Embassy Recs, Mr.

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