Shaboo Strikes Back

Five years after the release of the first 'Shaboo' album, Don Leisure returns with 'Shaboo Strikes Back'. The original album captured the essence of Don's youthful road trips, blending hip hop beats with snippets from Asian radio stations and tributes to Bollywood star Nasser 'Shaboo' Bharwani, Don's late uncle.

Critics hailed the first album as the best of its kind since J Dilla's 'Donuts', and it was warmly received globally, earning praise from notable figures like BBC 6 Music’s Tom Ravenscroft and Huey Morgan, among many others.

Don Leisure, a Cardiff-based DJ and producer and one part of Darkhouse Family, is known for his diverse music productions. His work spans several prestigious labels and includes collaborations with figures from various musical backgrounds. Notable projects include 'Steel Zakusi', which was nominated for the Welsh Music Prize in 2020, and 'Halal Cool J' in 2019.

His latest, 'Shaboo Strikes Back', offers 25 tracks that mix psychedelic sounds with robust beats, showcasing a rich blend of musical styles from jazz to reggae. This sequel features guest appearances by Welsh singer Gruff Rhys, harpist Amanda Whiting, and multi-instrumentalist Angel Bat Dawid. A special touch comes from Don's daughter, Naima, adding a personal element to the album with 'Naima's Dream'.