Since his first 12" release in 2002, Ghost has established himself as one of the UK's top hip hop producers, albeit one with a difference. His deeply musical approach makes him stand out from the pack and takes him into territories most hip hop producers wouldn't venture into. This mix CD does exactly that as Ghost showcases some new productions alongside some of his influences. The mix takes in hip hop, soul, beats, leftfield ish, electro and even some drum and bass.

Ghost released a number of singles on Breakin Bread alongside a number of productions for MC's on other labels (Lowlife, Receptor, Suspect-Packages). His debut album "Seldom Seen Often Heard" was released in 2006 to critical acclaim, strong sales and support from the likes of Zane Lowe, Mr Scruff, Skitz, Excalibah, Gilles Peterson, Semtex, and a host of international DJ's. His music has been licensed all over the world (he's a bit of a superstar in Japan) and been included on many a mix CD and compilation (most lately on DJ Yoda's Fabric Mix).

It's always been a struggle to describe his style because his production refuses to be categorised. It's got that Boom Bap feel, it's deep and layered, it's bringing a new edge to the scene and it's just dope.

Since his debut album Ghost has been touring extensively in the UK and Europe (including a stint at Glastonbury) and he's also found time to work on a number of different projects.

Before these projects are released to the world this mix perfectly encapsulates his move away from traditional hip hop. The CD does what it says on the cover as Ghost shows you what he's really about. The mix features tracks from DJ Shadow, DJ Krush, Bonobo, Photek and others alongside some new Ghost Instrumentals and a track from his Lingua Franca Soul project. Future Ghost projects including Lingua Franca (Soul, The Invisible Inc (Synth Hip Hop) and some more solo work from the man himself. Watch this space……

Some recent press quotes for the northern soul style/nu skool electro 7" single Ghost released late 2007:

"Moving forward from the melancholy sounds of his previous work, this marks a change in direction from the former Itch FM DJ" ukhh.com

"Ghost is one of the UK's most eclectic and innovative beatsmiths" Knowledge

"… producing music that crosses genres, but keep the underground buzzing a long time before it hits the mainstream." Bandidge.com

"… putting Hip Hop on the back shelf and really stepping up the BPM's… It doesn't take itself too seriously and is great for the dance floor." DJ Magazine

You can check Ghost at http://www.myspace.com/musicbyghost.