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Suzi Analogue
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Analogue presenting the Chromat Spring-Summer 2018 Serenity Collection at New York Fashion Week
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| Birth name | Maya Simone Shipman |
| Born | August 16, 1987 |
| Origin | Baltimore, Maryland |
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| Occupation(s) | Singer Songwriter |
| Years active | 2009–present |
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Maya Simone Shipman (born August 16, 1987), known as Suzi Analogue, is an American music artist. She is a talented musician, singer, and songwriter. Suzi Analogue lives in New York City.
She was part of a music group called Klipmode. Other members included Mndsgn, Devonwho, and Knxwledge. They worked together a lot when making beats became popular around the world. Suzi Analogue chose her name because she admired RZA, a famous hip-hop producer. RZA had an alter-ego named Bobby Digital. Suzi Analogue's music mixes soul, hip-hop lyrics, and electronic sounds. She often uses synthesizers and strong electronic bass.
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Suzi Analogue's Music Journey
Early Collaborations and Record Label
In 2012, Suzi Analogue teamed up with another artist named Tokimonsta. They formed a group called Analogue Monsta. They released a short music collection, known as an EP, called "Boom." This EP was released by Scion Audio/Visual.
Just one year later, Suzi Analogue started her very own record label. She named it Never Normal Records. Her first project released on this new label was "CHILLS + THRILLS." A magazine in the UK called FACT Magazine named it the "Best Cassette Of 2014."
Making Music with Moog Synthesizers
Suzi Analogue has worked with a well-known American company called Moog Music. This company makes amazing electronic musical instruments called synthesizers. She has been a featured musician in several of their projects. Suzi Analogue even played live at one of Moog's biggest music events. Moog Music and Converse Music also chose her to record special sessions using Moog synthesizers.
Sharing Music Around the World
Suzi Analogue has also worked as a cultural diplomat for the USA. She traveled to Uganda, Africa, as part of a special hip-hop music program. This program, called "Next Level," was started by the U.S. Department of State and the University Of North Carolina Chapel Hill Music Department.
During her time in Uganda, Suzi taught a music production class. She helped new beat makers in Uganda's capital city, Kampala. She taught them how to use music software called Ableton Live. She also created music with other US hip-hop artists and traditional Ugandan musicians. Her work was even shown on national Ugandan TV and radio.
Recent Projects and Recognition
Suzi Analogue continues to create music and visual projects. She performs her music live in cities all over the world. In 2016, she performed a live set for Boiler Room. This performance was for the release of DJ Earl's album, "Open Your Eyes." Suzi Analogue also worked on this album. The album was later named one of the "20 Best Electronic Albums Of 2016" by Pitchfork.
Suzi Analogue's Music Releases
Albums
- World. Excerpts 1-9 (2009)
- NNXTAPE (2010)
- ZONEZ V.1: The Audio Visual Moodboard (2016)
- ZONEZ V.2: The Audio Visual Moodboard (2016)
EP's (Extended Plays)
- 3P (2009)
- NNXT (with Georgia Anne Muldrow, Dudley Perkins) (2011)
- ACAPULCOS (2011)
- (R)OSE (A)LWAYS (W)INS. (2012)
- Chills + Thrills (2014)
Collaborative Albums
- BOOM (with TOKiMONSTA) (2012)
- Love Affairz V.1 (with Swarvy) (2014)
Mixes
- SMOOTHIE (For Vice Magazine) (2012)
- Boiler Room Live Set Mix (2016)
Featured Songs
Suzi Analogue has also been featured on songs by other artists:
- Analogue Monsta - Nxt Msg (Deletion Mix) from Brownswood Bubblers 5 (2010)
- James Kelly - Money from LMNO (2010)
- Blu - Soupa from York (2013)
- Onra - Vibe With U from Fundamentals (2015)
- DJ Earl - All Inn from Open Your Eyes (2016)
- Quelle Chris - Calm Before from Being You Is Great, I Wish I Could Be You More Often (2017)
