Dendê Funk EP by Processman & Fabio Santanna

The Bahia that gave Gilberto Gil a ruler and compass is the same Bahia that gave birth to the DJ, musician, and producer Processman, a fundamental part of this connection between the Northeast and Southeast of Brazil that makes up the newest release on the Aureum label.

The Dendê Funk EP is the result of Processman's partnership with fellow producer, musician, and DJ Fabio Santanna from Rio. Dendê Funk is a blend of the musical culture of Bahia with that of Rio de Janeiro, and international dance music, paying homage to icons. Disco Music, House, Boogie, and Funk appear as part of the producer duo's influences.

Processman, while passing through Rio de Janeiro, stayed at Fábio Santanna's studio, and arrived with the idea of mixing lyrics that speak of the diversity and musical richness of the land of Axé with a dance groove, very Furacão 2000, a sketch from the track “Aumenta o Som”. In a laboratory, in an intensive rhythm, a beat with an unmistakable sound is born, created with drum machines and vintage keyboards from Fabio's collection, in a clear reference to Stevie B's classics that rocked the dance floors in the 80s. In vocals, a feat. by the young artist, also from Salvador, Felupz, bringing an MC vibe to the track.

The track “Chic Show” is a tribute to the 50th anniversary of the project that gained notoriety and became synonymous with the celebration and pride of black culture in Brazil, the Chic Show. An event that, since the 70s, represents social, cultural, political, fashion, and entertainment transformation for the black population. Processman and Fabio Santanna synthesized this diversity on the track through a mix of rhythms, combining percussive elements of ijexá with House beats and arps typical of Disco Music. The groove that rocks the dance floor is also present in the lyrics, written in English, paying homage to James Brown. It is worth remembering that James's first show in Brazil took place at the Chic Show.

Processman & Fabio Santanna - Dendê Funk EP
Release Date 26th May 2024
Label Aureum

Tracklist
1. Processman & Fabio Santanna feat. Felupz - Aumenta o som (Radio Mix)
2. Processman & Fabio Santanna feat. Felupz - Aumenta o som (Extended mix)
3. Processman & Fabio Santanna feat. Felupz - Aumenta o som (Bruce Leroys Remix)
4. Processman & Fabio Santanna - Chic Show (Original Mix)
5. Processman & Fabio Santanna - Chic Show (Jacques Renault Remix)