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SHAHROKH SOUND OF  K.
    DRIPPING POINT

album released

Release Date: 7.11.2008


Arriving on the House Music scene in 1995, Shahrokh was quickly recognized as having the potential to become an International cult figure. An amalgamation of hard work and undoubted talent is demonstrated on his debut EP release „Deff Punch/Roya“ on Black Flame records which was released in 1997 and received media acclaim. Shahrokh’s second EP „Phunk Communication“ on Caus-N’-ff-ct records dispelled rumors he would be unable to maintain the standard he set with his initial release and the exclusive London club and record label Miss Moneypenney’s licensed the standout song. 

What sets Sharokh apart is his ability to differentiate himself from the masses with an eclectic blend of influences from his Iranian childhood and his German upbringing; a concotion unlike any other DJ can offer. It is this distinctive approach that caught the attention of artists like Jazzanova, Metro Area,Charles Webster, Carl Craig or Peter Kruder. These affiliations have resulted in some groundbreaking collaborations that has really enabled Shahrokh to achieve the notoriouty he desreved.

Songs like „Yo Yomma“ (Caus-N’-ff-ct) appeared on the soundtrack of Wolfgang Peterson’s Blockbuster „Stargate“. Shahrokh has also remixed songs for Caus-N’-ff-ct which have included Donna Summer´s „Hot Stuff“ and „Bad Girls“ and a remix  for Gloria Gaynor „Last Night“ for the project „DJ Empire - A Tribute To Giorgio Moroder“ (Caus-N’-ff-ct/BMG Ariola).

Not content with producing and mixing, Shahrokh also has a history of running some of Europe’s most renowned nightclubs. Mood Lounge now claims Amé (Kristian Beyer and Frank Wiedermann) as its Resident DJ’s and has enjoyed unrivalled success under Shahrokh’s guidance. It has also attracted some of the industries prominent personalities including, Peter Weibel, Luigi Colani, Jose Wagna Garcia.

Shahrokh’s revolutionary track „Owlflight“ has received rave reviews from influential DJ’s like Rainer Trüby, Peter Kruder, Atjazz, Sasse and Àme – nonetheless he continued to push boundaries and recent releases such as "Black Bird" has  galvanized a resurrection of the minimal style last heard in the 1990’s. His third EP which was produced in conjunction with Andreas Koehler featured the indisputable talent of uprising Australian singer Jamie Lloyd and is based on hypnotic bass lines. His debut album “Dripping Point”, which will be released on Compost in October 2008, develops from minimal to maximal and includes more vocal features from Jamie Lloyd, the gifted Swedish songstress Siri Svegler plus an extraordinary Robert Owens on top of the game.

Shahrokh has realized his potential and is now looking to bring his distinctive and innovative style to your Club.


Discographie Shahrokh Sound Of K:

Productions/Albums:
Shahrokh Sound of K. „Owlflight EP“ (Compost) (2006)
Shahrokh Sound of K. „Chicago“ (Compost Blacklabel #18) (2007)
Shahrokh Sound of K „Break It Down“ feat. Jamie Lloyd (Compost Blacklabel #30) (2008)
Shahrokh Sound of K “Dripping Point” Artist Album (Compost) → Releasedate: October 2008

Remixes:
Simon Flower „Shinjuku“ (Curl Curl / Moon Harbour) (2007)
Robert Owens „Never Give Up“ (Compost) (2008)

Compilation Appearances/Other projects:
V.A. „Mood Lounge pres. Pleasure One“ (Blue Flame) Compiled and mixed by Shahrokh (2004)
Shahrokh Sound of K. „Gaggenau Cuisine Moods 2“ (Gaggenau) (2007)
V.A. „Compost Black Label Series Vol. 2“ (Compost) - „Chicago“ (2007)
V.A. „Freshly Composted Vol. 2“ (Compost) – „Owlflight“ (2007) –
V.A. „Compost Black Label Series Vol. 3“ (Compost) – „Break It Down“ (2008)
V.A. „Electrolounge 2“ (Wagram) – „Break It Down“ (2008)

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Quotes on Compost Black Label #30:

… another lovely one ... Would love to play!
Laurent Garnier

Once again, your releases put me into a pretty good "dancefloor" vibe (mind you it's pretty early here in chicago) I am feeling the Chicago remix and "Break it down" dub.
Keep pushing the quality product
Johnny Fiasco

Great Release!!! i like the Break Down-Dub & Chicago-Simon Flowers Mix!! Ready to Play & Support!!!!!
Dj Pippi

Very cool, I like The S Flowers remix and Black bird the best. Shall play for sure....
Funk D’void

Very nice,"break it down" is my favourite...
Thomilla

„Just want to say that I really love the Shahrokh Sound Of K., this will stay firmly in the box...“
Andrew Weatherall

Will play it for sure!!!! The whole e.p is high quality music
Fabrice lig aka Soul Designer (Versatile, Playhouse,Trapez, Delsin, etc...)