From ’70s Turkish rock and Afro-pop to an Indonesian cover of the Bee Gees, this mix has got it all. There’s no telling where some of these tracks came from or where some of them may lead us, but one thing is certain – Brian Delatorre’s style remains timeless alongside this diverse array of tunes from all over the globe.

Brian was kind enough to answer a few questions we had about the mixtape and let us in on a few more tunes he’s been bumping.

What’s up Brian? Hope you’re doing well in these crazy times! What’s a song that’s been on repeat for you during this lockdown?

So many albums and songs during all this. But I’d have to say the song I’ve been listening to the most is called “Where are we going?” by Donald Byrd from the album Black Byrd.

The Fela Kuti song you skate to in “Hi-Grade Blend” is one of the most powerful songs on the mixtape. Who were some of your favorite musicians/artists around that era of filming?

Let’s see, it came out in 2006. Fela was definitely in there amongst all the reggae. Really lots of reggae, Sizzla, Capleton, Buju. Lotta dub, Augustus, King Tubby, Prince Fari.

What’s the story behind the song selection in your “Welcome to MIA” part? The Selda Bagcan track rips! Did you pick the tunes yourself?

Nah, I had help from my friend Rob Harris. We were listening to a hip hop song that sampled Selda and was like, yo this woman’s voice is incredible. Also was dating a Turkish girl at the time and was really hyped on Turkish Psych Folk/Rock. So I mentioned it to Josh Stewart while he was editing and asked if I could skate to “Ince Ince”. At first he said I don’t know man. He started putting it together and called me saying that it might work. I knew he would be able to make it work. It’s Josh. Can’t thank him enough for this part and both songs worked out. Thanks again Josh!

Is there any one song in particular that comes to mind when looking back on all the parts you’ve put out? One that holds a special place in your heart?

One song? Damn that’s hard…Probably “To Love Somebody” by Dara Puspita. Love that song.

Is there any one song in particular that fans of yours bring up when talking to you about your skating?

That Selda Bagcan song “Ince Ince”.

And lastly, what’s your favorite song you’ve discovered from a skate video?

Oof tough haha so many. I’m still discovering new music from skate videos. It’s never ending. Too many skate videos for just one song.

Hell yeah, thanks Brian!

Almost every part that has a song on the mixtape is below for your viewing pleasure.

In Search of Roots and Culture (2004) – Danger Mouse, “Dec. 4th”

Seasons 3 (2005) – Les McCann, “The Harlem Buck Dance Strut”

Hi Grade Blend (2006) – Fela Kuti, “ Expensive Shit”

Seasons 4 (2008) – Budos Band, “Chicago Falcon”

Welcome to MIA (2010) – Selda Bagcan, “Ince Ince Bir Kar Yagar” / Dara Puspita, “To Love Somebody”

Search the Horizon (2013) – The Babies, “Moonlight Miles”/ Allah Las, “ Busman’s Holiday”

Purple (2018) – New Order, “Cries and Whispers”

“OJ Wheels” (2019) – Eddie Holman, “Four Walls”