James Cannon • Future Primitive NZ: Future Primitive NZ 'Spring Mix' Jungle and Drum & Bass style

James Cannon • Future Primitive NZ

My name is James Cannon, an award-winning New Zealand artist and sculptor based in Taumarunui. My journey began through Te Toi Whakairo, where I was traditionally trained by Kaiako Kenny Jones, before continuing my studies under Master Carvers Te Kuiti Stewart and Hohepa Peni at Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, graduating with excellence in 2013. After years immersed in whakairo and creating public artworks, my artistic journey evolved into large-scale recycled metal sculpture and imaginative contemporary creations. Combining craftsmanship, storytelling, and imagination, I transform forgotten materials into unique artworks that celebrate creativity, connection, and transformation — continuing an evolving artistic legacy.

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Saturday, August 14, 2021

Future Primitive NZ 'Spring Mix' Jungle and Drum & Bass style

My first mix in a good while, and great fun getting everything set up again! A Spring journey from jungly sounds through Drum & Bass and into darker Techstep, all about the drums and basslines. Featuring music from Hardleaders, Dread, Dope Dragon, Smokey Joe, No U-Turn, Metalheadz, 2nd Movement and more.

My Future Primitive vibe has always had a strong connection to underground Jungle and Drum & Bass, so it feels right to have a little of that world living here alongside the artwork. Enjoy!