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The Traveler

by Mausiki Scales

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The Traveler 04:39
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The Traveler (lyrics) We are born into stories Already being told Sunrise is the night made new So many things to do See the sun for myself In the flowin’ stream In the dewdrop, In the riverbed Shining back on me
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The Traveler (DayClean Instrumental) 05:16
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The Traveler

ATLANTA, GA – Mausiki Scales, keyboardist and founder of the Atlanta-based Afrobeat/Funk ensemble, Mausiki Scales and the Common Ground Collective, releases “The Traveler”, a single from his upcoming album, Long Memory.

Delivered as a mantra, repeated with focused intention, “The Traveler” was created as a soundtrack to embrace the inward journey of healing intergenerational trauma for Black families. In West Africa, more specifically the traditional Yoruba culture, the song tradition known as Oriki provides a template where songs can be used as a healing tool. It plays a custodial role within families and social groups, strategically using community insight and wisdom to guide and maintain balance in the lineage. Orikis guide families and communities towards a healthy existence, as they direct listeners to themes of historical relevance, cautionary insight, and an in-depth understanding of kinship. Slavery, Jim Crow, colonialism, land loss, and lack of financial stability stilted and distorted intergenerational conversations have denied many Diasporan Africans this critical healing practice. “The Traveler" is an invitation to journey back to our true self through intentional healing.

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released June 19, 2023

Personnel:
Mausiki Scales, composition, lyrics, electric piano, percussion
Milkah Sadiki-Yisrael, Vocals
Giohnah El, Vocals
Kehinde Jones, Vocals
Eugene IV, Vocals
Russell Gunn, Trumpet
Quinn Mason, Tenor saxophone
DeWayne Martin, Tenor saxophone, Baritone Saxophone
Ali Barr, Flugelhorn
Alex Jones, Guitar, Vocals
Marcaelis Sanders Bass
Yakou N'Guessen, Drums
*Brian Hogans, Piano (DayClean Instrumental)


Produced by Mausiki Scales
Mixed & Mastered by Darren Benjamin /Daz-I-Kue (4 I-Kue Production, Atlanta/Nashville)
Recorded by Steve Waide at Itchy Brain Recording Studio
Artwork & Layout: Larmarrous Shirley

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Mausiki Scales Atlanta, Georgia

Mausiki Scales & his band Common Ground Collective have been a staple on the Atlanta scene since the late 90s. With their influence of African sounds like Afrobeat and Hi-Life mixed in with Funk, Blues, Jazz and other Black musical traditions brings an unique irresistible dance filled soundscape.
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