incl mutant clan & timo maas rmxs! the rhythm monks are masters of trance, searching to understand the fundamental essence of the drum. they are technicians of ecstacy. modern shamans. mystics. the song primal beat is based on a rhythm popular in the siguiri, kankan and kouroussa regions of africa. it was traditionally played to settle disputes among the men of the village. the two in conflict would dance the doundoumba in the bara among the village people. this would ensure the safety of the competition which lasts from dusk to dawn. for this track, the rhythm monks have joined forces with their friend and vocalist barbara panther.