Pocket Knife, by The Mackrosoft

Pocket Knife

by The Mackrosoft

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spicyinvalid At a loss for words at the upsetting news that the artist behind all this inspiringly funky music has recently passed away. PK is apparently a collection of some of his earlier works. Upon listening for the first time almost three decades past its debut, it can be relayed to you with the confidence of a seasoned music connoisseur that you simply MUST check out this album. Surely, the balls-to-the-wall, pioneering production and satisfyingly timbral vivaciousness will astound you to tears. Favorite track: The Seven Faces of Aja West.

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1.	Tri-Curious 03:34	buy track
2.	Black Cow 04:56	buy track
3.	Rollerball Afterparty 01:21	buy track
4.	A Cold AWB 04:38	buy track
5.	Caravan 04:25	buy track
6.	It's Happening 05:00	buy track
7.	The Seven Faces of Aja West 07:40	buy track
8.	Tijuana Swan 03:40	buy track
9.	Night Falls 04:51	buy track

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released November 27, 2020

Extra special thanks for the artwork by Ashley Montague and the following musicians: Aja West (bass, keyboards, synthesizers*, drums, guitar, banjo), Jason Vontver (drums), Reggie Watts (synthesizers), Gould Effect (saxophone), Michael Allison (saxophone), Rich Lambert (drums), Philip Hartman (keyboards), Steve Black (guitar), Kevin Hudson (bass), Anne Montone (vocals). *PAiA FatMan synthesizer constructed by Aja West. Recorded in 1996.

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The Mackrosoft Seattle, Washington

Specializing in hybrids of funk, fusion, soul, jazz, and electronic music, the Mackrosoft label and artist/manager Aja West (1976-2022) have released a steady stream of albums since 2000.

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