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Sea of Wood Records
- Sea of Wood Records is an independent Chinese record label established in 2016, headquartered in Kunming, Yunnan province, China. Founded by Sam Debell, a percussionist from the band Shanren, and Liu Xianfeng, the label focuses on showcasing local artists who blend traditional ethnic musical culture with modern elements. While Sea of Wood Records has explored various genres such as rock, hip-hop, reggae, and electronica, its initial emphasis on cross-cultural collaborations has led to its recognition as a world music label, particularly for promoting Yunnan music internationally.
History[edit]
Sea of Wood Records was founded in 2016 by Sam Debell[1]and Liu Xianfeng, who shared a vision of providing a platform for underrepresented artists and music in Yunnan. Having met while working at Jadebird Music in Beijing, they decided to relocate to Kunming, where despite the region's rich ethno-diversity and thriving underground musical culture, a significant music industry was lacking. The label's inaugural signing in 2016 was the Yi ethnicity folk crossover band Manhu, setting the tone for successful fusions of traditional and modern elements.
The label has collaborated extensively with The World Music Network[2] for international releases, including notable albums like 'Left Foot Dance of the Yi' by Shanren (2014)[3] 'Voices of the Sani' by Manhu (2020)[4] and compilations like 'Lost in China' (2017) and 'The Rough Guide to the Music of Yunnan' (2022)[5] Sea of Wood Records has played an important role in establishing Yunnan's independent musical identity on the global stage.
Early Years[edit]
Despite its establishment in 2016, Sea of Wood Records released its first set of records in 2019, featuring 'Voices of the Sani' by Manhu, 'Mei-Rok' by Mei-Rok, 'Hearing Qilian Lake,' and 'Nu Journey' by Wood and Fire. These releases established the label's legitimacy, with 'Voices of the Sani' gaining international acclaim when released by the World Music Network in 2020. Subsequent albums included Puman's debut, which sparked the Three-step-dance craze, and the Juno Dub Chart-topping single 'B’lang Beauty' (DNA Records).
Covid Years[edit]
The years marked by the COVID-19 pandemic saw Sea of Wood Records facing challenges due to lockdowns and restrictions on cultural activities in China. Despite releasing additional albums, the core functions of the label were scaled down. As of 2023, the label has resumed normal operations, with a series of planned releases for 2024.
Artists[edit]
Current Artists[edit]
- Shanren - Puman - Manhu - Tulegur - Wild Mushrooms - Ba Ge Dai - Mammoth - Wood and Fire - Xiaocun & Xiaohui - EMP - Floating - The Comic - Catnip - Crow Temple
Former Artists[edit]
- Mu Jiang Zi - Mao Duo Li - Dream Prison - Parasitic Eve - Crossroad Rats - Big Lottery - Kabuki - Huang Gui - Skyy - Guy - Magical Pony - Muyangren
Discography[edit]
| ISBN | Artist | Title | Year | Format | Other Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 978-7-88596-079-7 | Manhu | Four Seasons | 2019 | CD | Released in China (global version as 'Voices of the Sani') |
| 978-7-88596-078-0 | Jiang Xiaocun | Hearing Seven Lotus Lake | 2019 | CD | Released in China only |
| 978-7-88596-195-4 | Xiaocun & Xiaohui | Laomudeng Eve | 2021 | CD | Released in China only |
| 978-7-88596-077-3 | Wood and Fire | Nu Zhiqi | 2019 | CD | Released in China only |
| 978-7-88596-076-6 | Mei-Rok | Mei-Rok | 2019 | CD | Global release |
| 978-7-88596-140-4 | Puman | Puman | 2020 | CD | Single ‘B’lang Beauty’ DJ DSK remix 7” release 2021 |
| 361-6-55885-973-0 | Puman | DUB Yunnan | 2021 | Digital | Digital China only |
| 978-7-88596-183-1 | Kabuki | Miss Xiaojiu | 2021 | CD | Released in China only |
| 978-7-88596-220-3 | Mammoth | Xiang | 2021 | CD | Released in China only |
| 978-7-88106-903-6 | The Comic | Octogenarian Eve | 2022 | CD | Released in China only |
| 973-7-88113-292-1 | EMP | North Star | 2023 | CD | Global release |
- ^ San, Djang. "Sam Debell – Yunnan – Shanren – Sea of Wood – Turtle – The legend behind the music". Beijing Underground. Retrieved 12 September 2020.
- ^ "Companies Listing". Womex.
- ^ Robin, Denselow. "Shanren - 'Left Foot Dance of the Yi' - Review". The Guardian.
- ^ Alan, Tigay. "Manhu: Voices of the Sani". World Listening Post.
- ^ "The Rough Guide to the Music of Yunnan — modern reworkings of Chinese songs". Financial Times.
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