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From the moment Diggsville took the stage, their eclectic sets of down-tempo
groove and funk-infused lounge stirred fans into a stupor of chilled out beats.
Evoking musical effects of DJ Shadow, Jamiroquai, Moorcheeba, Portishead and
Massive Attack, Diggsville's lush female vocals, dreamy keys, enigmatic samples,
funky bass, driving drums and wild sax unite for a uniquely seductive blend of
retro and contemporary elements.
Diggsville began as a musical entity while contributing to the soundtrack of the
independent film, "In the Wake" by Erica Jordan. After cruising the festival
circuit, percussionist Randy Odell and vocalist Karen Mitchell enlisted the
piano skills of David von Holder. His rich synth textures and poignant melodic
sensibilities provided the perfect complement to Randy Odell's timely grooves,
both coming from a strong jazz and RandB background. Bassist David Hermocillo
drives it to the ground and saxophonist Nadine Whitfield adds subtle soul to the
evocative lyrics and haunting vocals of Karen Mitchell for an extraordinary
sound, drawing upon influences that include hip-hop, electronica, slow-core and
jazz.
Their first album, Songs from Nowhere, which was coproduced by Garth May of
Fuzz Productions is satiating music junkies everywhere with substantially
captivating grooves.
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Songs from Nowhere
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