Instrumental version of “How Many Ancestors Do We Have?” by Woxow: woxow.bandcamp.com/album/how-many-ancestors-do-we-have Did you know that if we go back 10 generations, we could count for each of us some 2,046 ancestors, going back 20 generations there would be 2.097.150 ancestors and going back 40 generations each of us would have more than a trillion ancestors, which is more than all the people who have ever lived on earth? This complicated paradox, known as the Pedigree Collapse, however, leads to the simple conclusion that we all share at least one ancestor with each other. Inspired by this reflection, “How many ancestors do we have?” is the latest EP by Woxow, sound mixologist and mastermind of Little Beat More, translating the concept into a profound journey in search of the roots of music, to find that ancestral vibration that has resonated in every human being since the dawn of time. Jazz atmospheres, refined hip hop beats, world music overtones, dub rhythms and reggae reminiscences, all enriched by the dense and meaningful voices of London’s Reggae Roast MC Natty Campbell, the eclectic and electric Raashan Ahmad and the legendary rapper and performance poet Azeem, bringing to light the infinite connections that unite all humanity. The album is further enriched by the precious remixes of underground legend Koralle, electronic shaman Deela, dub master Paolo Baldini Dubfiles, and gifted hip-hop head Luke Beats, who hybridise Woxow’s ancestral vision with their skillful artistry, giving a new dimension to the tracks. The artwork by visual artist and filmmaker Simone Brillarelli captures the essence of the album in a vibrant bloom of colourful flowers sharing the same soil, and ultimately the same planet, reiterating the message of shared family and unity that is celebrated in the music. The EP is available both as a gatefold with two 7-inch vinyls and as a single 12-inch vinyl, as well as digital. Join the family now! credits releases October 13, 2023 Musicians: Timo Jolivet – Double bass Diego Grassedonio – Sax, Flute and Brass Arrangements Vito Scavo – Trombone Smile Davis – Trumpet Chrisfader – Scratch Kiri Rakete – Backing Vocal Gabriel Ochoa Rodriguez – Percussions Hamilton Belk – Pedal Steel Guitar Produced by Woxow Additional mix by Adelo Basileus Mastered by Simone Squillario Artwork by Simone Brillarelli Published by Four Flies Records
