Happy Friday “Drivers” fam!
Welcome to this week’s episode.
The struggle is real to provide a fresh listen every week but I believe I’ll accomplish my mission with this week’s offering.
Full disclosure that there may be some repeats from shows in the past and the overall vibe will probably be similar to previous episodes but hopefully there will be some surprises and treats for all you regular listeners.
The formula remains the same as we try to unwind from the week that was in the first hour and wind up for the weekend in hour two.
Let’s take it from here and see where the journey takes us!
Happy listening, thank you all for taking the time and hope you enjoy this week’s offering.
| Vaga Lume Democustico - Single - Far Out Recordings |
| Eaglehurst / The Palace Maisha - There Is A Place Album - Brownswood Recordings |
| Loveless 4 Hero feat. Ursula Rucker - Two Pages Album - Talkin' Loud |
| Sarabaa Sono Rhizmo' - Sarabaa / Sabou Dogoné Single - Resense 
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| So Lonely Oscar Martos feat. Essy - So Lonely / Mi Vida Single - Rockafort Records |
| Never Lost Kokoroko - Tuff Times Never Last Album - Brownswood Recordings
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| bottom of first broadcast hour 17h30 EDT |
| Sometimes It Hurts (Instrumental) Dojo Cuts - Sometimes It Hurts / Out Sounds From Way In | Nigeria Special Single - Spasibo Records |
| Bully Ball Surprise Chef - Bully Ball / Consolate Case Single - Big Crown Records
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| Tropical Man Menahan Street Band feat. Rogê - Brazil 45 Boxset Curated by Badbadnotgood Album - Mr. Bongo |
| Fight On The Harlem Gospel Travelers - Single - Colemine Records |
| Pharoah's Letter Ajak Kwai - Music Is Everything: Music In Exile’s 5th Birthday Album v/a Album - Music In Exile
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| Lemanjá Duo Ouro Negro - Lemanjá / Aruandai Single - Mad About Records
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| Wahala Day O Dojo Cuts - Easy To Come Home / Wahala Day O Single - Spasibo Records |
| See The Light (Space Grapes Dub) Jéraboam - See The Light / In The Spirit - Space Grapes
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| end of first broadcast hour 18h EDT |
| Healing Song (Meditation On Healing Vibration At 432 Hz, Full Take) Work Money Death - Thought, Action, Reaction, Interaction Album - ATA Records |
| The Future Ain’t The Same As It Used 2 B Neon Phusion feat. New Sector Movements - The Future Ain’t The Same As It Used 2 B Album - Laws Of Motion |
| Knife Slits Water A Certain Ratio - Kether Hot Knives / Knife Slits Water Single - Factory / Mango |
| bottom of second broadcast hour 18h30 EDT |
| Rap-O Clap-O Joe Bataan - Single - Salsoul Records |
| Kefimba Ousmane Kouyaté - Kefimba / N’Ny Single - Analog Africa |
| Voodoo Ray Magic Source - Voodoo Ray / Intergalactic Bounce Single - Favorite Recordings |
| Aye Caramba! Nick The Records - Nick The Record Presents E.P. Latino Disco Para Tu Single - Freestyle Records |
| No Time Afrodizz - No Time / Kalakuta Show Single - Freestyle Records 
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| end of on air broadcast 19h EDT |
| on demand exclusive |
| Sankofa Song Ashong And Tatham - Sankofa Season Album - Kitto Records |
| Yambú Joe Claussell feat. Daymé Arocena - Single - Brownswood Recordings |
| Jazz Carnival (“Freakmix” Freakniks Remix) Azymuth - Jazz Carnival Part Two Single - Far Out Recordings |
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WEDNESDAYS AT 10 PM - CLOSE lifeboogie presents: [Why Not] w/ Trevor Walker @27 Club 27 York St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Zy6cc6XWv/ No Cover | 19+ Every Wednesday @27clubottawa everyone’s welcome to pass through for my weekly jam where I stretch out and drop a diverse open format soundtrack of solid vibes for Ottawa’s music lovers. You can expect all the favourite tunes you’ve never heard before. Always trying to keep if fresh with vinyl + digital sets ranging from Funk, Soul, Boogie, dance floor Jazz, Breaks, House, Hip Hop, Drum & Bass, Bruk, Afro, Latin, Brazilian, Reggae and whatever moves our souls selected for dancers. Always trying for a taste of what I didn't know we're all missing. Trust the DJ! Also been live streaming for the global fam and couch clubbers! twitch.tv/lifeboogie You can also find archived sets on my SoundCloud page: https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker Vibes to get you past the midweek hump! Hope to see you out making moves. EVERY THURSDAY AT 9 PM - 2 AM CONCEPT THURSDAYS @City Gridwrks 221 Rideau St No Cover | 19+ As some of you may have seen on my Instagram, CONCEPTHURSDAYS is now moving over to City’s new venue: CITY GRIDWRKS. This decision comes from the fact that Concept had now outgrown City at Night and was having to turn people away at the door every week from not having enough space. City Gridwrks is our new venue on rideau st that can hold up to 3x more people, which will help us accommodate the growing demand for Concept. The vision for the event still remains the same. Same people, same staff, same music, same vibe and will always remain free. This is still the same concept you know and love, just at a new location! This Thursday is what we like to call GOOD THURSDAY, as it is Good Friday’s eve, the only public holiday friday of the entire year. If you haven’t been able to check out the new spot yet and you also can’t usually come to concept because of work on fridays, this is the perfect time to! EVERY FRIDAY AT 7:30 - 10:30 PM Ten Toes Trivia hosted by Floydeeee @Ten Toes Coffee Co. 837 Somerset St. W. Join host Floydeeeee at Ten Toes Somerset every Friday to put your knowledge to the test. Free to play with prizes galore. No reservations, first come first serve. EVERY SUNDAY AT 3 - 9 PM Solé Sundays w/ Mace + Easy El Dee + Kam + Messemupbeats & Friends @SKY Rooftop 73 York St. Event / Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sole-on-the-rooftop-2-06-01-25-tickets-1359093869349?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl Solé Sundays is making a big move to SKY Rooftop! The view, the people, the food, the drinks and the vibe will keep you coming back. The music won’t let you leave. JULY 2025 Moov Ottawa Dance Class Schedule! @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave. Registration: Register Now Mini Programs & Single Classes - Kids 7-12 & Adults 18+ Mondays (July 7-28): 6 PM Beginners Afrobeats Choreo w/ PJ613 7 PM Ladies First Beginner Choreo w/ Zomi *women only 8 PM Beginner Hip Hop Choreo w/ Zomi Wednesdays (July 9-30) 7 PM Y2K Wednesdays Beginner Choreo Single Classes -July 9 & 16 w/ Zomi -July 23 & 30 w/ Valentina 8 PM -July 9 & 16 w/ Zomi -July 23 & 30 w/ Valentina Sundays (July 6 - August 24) 11:30 AM Kids Mixed Level Breaking “Break Dance” -7 Weeks w/ Girl Lotus FRIDAY, JULY 25 - SUNDAY, JULY 27, 2025 AT 6 - 11 PM Side By Side Weekend @SAW Centre 67 Nicholas St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1bveBizGzM/ Tickets: Ticketswww.tixtree.com/e/side-by-side-weekend-2025-8750d99c53cb INDOOR & OUTDOOR STAGES! OPEN TO ALL AGES! We are back for the 5th edition of Side by Side Weekend! The all-ages, multi-day, multi-genre music and arts festival features over 30 artists on 3 stages over 3 days, with local Ottawa-area artists comprising over 70% of the lineup! This year's lineup is programmed and presented in collaboration with these amazing local partners (alphabetically): BE PROUD PRODUCTIONS https://beproud.productions/ CLUB RECORDS https://www.clubrecords.club/ CONGREGO https://www.instagram.com/congrego.online/?hl=en FIRST CRUSH https://www.facebook.com/firstcrush613/ FORTRESS https://www.instagram.com/fortress.0nline/ ~*~*~*~ FULL-FEST & SINGLE-DAY PASSES AVAILABLE NOW: sidebysideweekend.com ~*~*~*~ Accessibility: Club SAW is physically accessible, with a ramp through the courtyard, into the club. There is an accessible, gender-neutral washroom inside the club. All Club SAW washrooms are gender-neutral. We acknowledge the continued spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory-transmitted viruses, and encourage attendees and performers to wear masks inside the venue. If you're sick or have any symptoms, please stay home. There will be other shows. Respect one another. No harmful or oppressive behaviour including but not limited to racism, sexism, transphobia, queerphobia, ableism, and bullying or harassment of any kind. This venue, this event, and the work we do occupies unceded territory of the Algonquin-Anishinabeg people. We are privileged to be guests on this land and we support movements towards decolonization around the world. FRIDAY, JULY 25, 2025 AT 10 PM - 2:30 AM Tribe 3 @City At Night 222 Slater St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B46Wrfz5A/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.app.link/9qL589ZX1Ub Afro & Latin House // Cultural Connection // Dancefloor Unity TRIBE returns for its third gathering — a continued journey into rhythm, culture, and community through the powerful sounds of Afro and Latin House. Hosted by Music.Art.Ppl at City At Night, TRIBE 3 deepens the groove and widens the circle of connection we’ve been building together since our very first night. More than a party, TRIBE is a space of belonging — a vibrant celebration where movement becomes language and music becomes a unifier. Each edition invites a collective experience rooted in shared energy, cultural pride, and soulful dancefloor expression. This time, we welcome: Maz Estrella Niko Couture B2B He-Menace Jay Function Expect hypnotic percussion, high-vibration sets, and a community ready to move with purpose. Whether you're returning from TRIBE 1 or 2, or joining us for the first time, you’re stepping into a ritual of sound that transcends borders and brings people together. Come find your rhythm. Come find your people. Welcome to TRIBE. SATURDAY, JULY 26, 2025 AT NOON - 4 PM APRÈS-MIDI ÉLECTRO #2 @Casino Lac Leamy 1bd du Casino, Gatineau, Qc. J8Y 6X4 Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AbZ11L2FM/ Tickets: https://app.eventnroll.com/fr/billetterie/achat-de-billet/1040/11217 FESTIVAL PARASOL / 26 JUILLET 2025 12h à 16h Hôtel-Casino du Lac Leamy, 1 Bd du Casino. Hull Rien à l'horaire sauf du soleil, du son électro et du bon temps. Les après-midis à Parasol, c'est les vacances qu'on mérite. • Sur la scène principale : - Trevor Walker - Jas Nasty INFO PARASOL: https://www.festivalparasol.ca/sy-rendre#faq SATURDAY, JULY 27, 2025 AT 7 PM - CLOSE Kaminsky Selects @Ten Toes Coffee 873 Somerset St. W 100% vinyl: Afro & Latin - Voodoo Funk - Rockers Reggae - Early Dancehall - Ska - Forro - Samba Soul - Antillean - High Life - Caribbean - Congolese Rhumba - Son Cubano - Cumbia - Salsa - Hard Funk 45s MONDAY, JULY 28, 2025 AT 9 PM Atlantis Jazz Ensemble @Minotaure 3 Rue Kent, Gatineau, QC Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1G8GHCnSZF/ This is a Jazz Monday you won't soon forget. The Atlantis Jazz Ensemble invades Minotaure and premieres several new modal, spiritual and esoteric jazz compositions from their next album - and it's free to boot (although your donations are always appreciated...) Don't sleep on this one. Personnel: Ed Lister: trompette et flugelhorn Zakari Frantz: sax alto Pierre Chrétien: piano électrique Fender Rhodes Chris Pond: contrebasse Mike Essoudry: batterie THURSDAY, JULY 31 AT 5 PM - MONDAY AUGUST 4 AT 3 PM Camp Summerdaze | Music x Wellness x Art Festival 10th Anniversary @Algonquin Park, On Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1DzyRaasKh/ Tickets: Ticketswww.campsummerdaze.com Camp Summerdaze 2025 July 31 – August 4 | Algonquin South, Ontario Camp Summerdaze is more than just a festival — it’s a 4-day immersive experience where music, wellness, art, nature, and community come together in perfect harmony. Nestled on a breathtaking 100-acre off-grid paradise, our intimate gathering is a celebration of underground electronic music, wellness, and creative expression. What to Expect: 3 days & 4 nights of deep, soulful electronic music Nature trails, lakeside access, and a stunning forest setting Daily wellness workshops, yoga, and movement classes Performance art, live installations & interactive experiences Fire pits, stargazing, and late-night magic A dedicated Family Camp & Kids Camp programming Camping, glamping & RV accommodations available Disconnect from the noise and reconnect with yourself, a soulful community, and the rhythm of the wild. Let’s co-create something unforgettable. Tickets are limited — no ticket sales at the door. Follow us on Instagram for updates: @campsummerdaze FAQ's + more info: www.campsummerdaze.com AUGUST 2025 @Bronson Centre 211 Bronson Ave. Mondays (August 11-25): 6 PM Beginners Afrobeats Choreo w/ PJ613 7 PM Beginner Waacking w/ Didi 8 PM Beginner House Dance w/ Didi Wednesdays (July 9-30) 7 PM Y2K Wednesdays Beginner Choreo Single Classes -August 6 & 13 w/ Alicia -August 20 & 27 w/ Paige 8 PM Intermediate Choreo -August 6 & 13 w/ Alicia -August 20 & 27 w/ Paige Sundays (July 6 - August 24) 11:30 AM Kids Mixed Level Breaking “Break Dance” -7 Weeks w/ Girl Lotus August Moov Kids Summer Camp! Hip Hop | Street Dance | Breaking Intensive | DJ Lessons | Graffiti Art | Team Building & More Link: Learn More EVERY 1st FRIDAY of the month, 2025 7:30 - 10:30 *August 1st The Ed Lister Group @The Night Oat 750 Gladstone Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/19U5Ym6w6g/ Tonight you can join us the The Ed Lister Group, a quintet featuring a revolving cast of the finest jazz messengers in Ottawa, Montreal and sometimes Toronto sets at 7:30pm and 9:30pm $15 cover FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2025 AT 10 PM Timekode Tapes Vol. 1 Release Party!! @City At Night 222 Slater St. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1WJpZ2yWoS/ We know, we know, we said we were done for the season, but one more thing..... We’re celebrating the release of the very first TIMEKODE TAPES — a new series of seasonal beat tapes from the TIMEKODE crew, featuring original productions, remixes, and bootlegs brought to life in the TK Lab. Original productions and new versions of music from DAM-FUNK, Goldlink feat. Tyler the Creator, Tanika Charles, and local rising star Jev.! Come through to City at Night as the TK DJ's blend the future and the foundation: raw beats, deep grooves, and the classic TIMEKODE energy you know and love on one of the finest sound systems in the city! Seiiizi, DJ Trevor Walker, and DJ Memetic are running selections across genre and tempo — plus a few exclusives from the tape to move your body. It’s the beginning of a new chapter. See you on the dance floor! FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 2025 AT 6 - 8 PM DYSTOH @Uncommon Spaces Florence & Bank St. Dystoh taking it to the Ottawa Streets live on the corner of Florence and Bank in Centre Town! SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 10, 2025 AT 4 PM Hey Ma! Celebrating Motherhood and Street Dance @Ottawa Dance Directive 2 Daly Ave Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/16jYzsjRu2/ HEY MA! Celebrating Motherhood and Street Dance Panel, Snacks & Sips, Dance Battle & Workshops ------- Curated by Alea "Didi" de Castro Supported by The City of Ottawa and Moov Ottawa Dance Venue and support by the Ottawa Dance Directive Join us for a full weekend of celebration, music, real talk, and Street Dance battles — featuring an incredible lineup of Canadian mothers in Street Dance and dope artists who align with our work! This event is open to ALL dancers, community members, and all genders. You do not need to be a mother in Street Dance — or a mother at all — to attend, spectate, or participate. ------- Saturday August 9th, 2025 - Panel, Snacks & Sips, & Battle Tickets and dancer registration here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../hey-ma-panel-battle-tickets... ------- Sunday August 10th, 2025 - Workshops Sign up here: www.moovottawa.com/register Use code HEYMA and get 14$ off when you register for all 3 workshops Questions? info@moovottawa.com SUNDAY, AUGUST 10th, 2025 AT 2 PM ’til you say when! DiscoLab: [August Heat: Disco Day] PATIO PARTY!!! @Beyond The Pale 250 City Centre Avenue, Unit 106 Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EcwgDjhXQ/ Tickets: http://bit.ly/4nGN40Z Hey Hey Discolabbers! Super excited to finally announce our next event! We’re back in August after a little summer break and so excited to get down with you all for our first outdoor + day party back at the incredible Beyond The Pale patio! DiscoLab is a 100% vinyl throw down ’75 - ’83 + Funky Disco Boogie Soul vibes all night. We encourage everyone to dress to impress in your best gear repping the late 70’s - early 80’s with the chance to win a prize for best Disco gear & make sure to sharpen up those disco boogie moves! DiscoLab is people coming together and feeling free to the funk in the spirit of the mid 1970’s - early 1980’s. Get ready to GET DOWN to some of the best music and vibes Ottawa has to offer. Combined, Alex & Trevor have been rocking dancefloors and collecting music for more than 65 years! We have been and will continue to bring that experience and understanding of the era to enhance the DiscoLab experience trying to introduce and play lesser known underground classics coupled with a dash of your favourite anthems. We hope to see you out on the patio dance floor dressed to the hilt & sweating like bullets. AUGUST 11 - 15, 2025 HEY KIDS! WANT TO TAKE OVER THE AIRWAVES AND EXPLORE THE WORLD OF RADIO?!? Have you ever wondered about the world of radio and what goes on behind the scenes during live broadcasts? Do you think it would be cool to interview guests, create a radio ad, learn about audio recording and use special effects, or host a live radio show? Kids, ages 10 – 14, can spend a week at CKCU Radio Camp this summer and get to do all these things! You can learn the skills and secrets of the world of radio using professional broadcast equipment to record and create your very own content. But that’s not all! In addition to learning audio recording and editing skills, and developing your radio skills, CKCU Radio Camp attendees host a live two hour radio show on the final day of camp! Check out all the details and register here! WHAT KIND OF FUN CAN CAMPERS EXPECT? Create a radio advertisement Campers will create their very own radio ad. From preparing a script, to putting in sound effects and music, they will take part in the whole process while learning audio recording and editing skills along the way. Be part of the cast and write a radio play Have a love for writing and acting? Each radio camper will help write and be a voice actor in an original radio play. The radio plays are recorded to professional standards and include using music and sound effects made by the radio campers themselves! Interview a special guest Campers will put their writing and interview skills to work by preparing and hosting an interview with a special guest. Host and produce a LIVE 2-hour radio show Campers host a live 2-hour broadcast showcasing their talents and new skills on the last day of camp! The radio show will feature everything the campers have done over the week – interviews, content segments, ads, radio plays; as well as music selections. It will be heard over the airwaves of 93.1 FM and around the world at ckcufm.com! CAMP REGISTRATION CKCU Radio Camp is great for anyone interested in music and the creative arts. There is a limited number of spots available. To register, complete and submit the form for the week you would like to attend. Camp is a cost of $325 + tax per camper. Extra week added August 11 - 15 We look forward to sharing the world of radio! SATURDAY, AUGUST 16, 2025 AT 5 - 9 PM Pride Night Market @Parkdale Market 366 Parkdale Ave Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/18djT98hFr/ Pride Night Market Over 40 2SLGBTQIA+ small business vendors making snacks, non alcoholic drinks, art, self care products, home goods and more! at The Parkdale Market! -Free Entrance! -On leash dogs welcomed! -Live music in the park all night from local Queer and Trans performers. -Accessible washroom at the venue. -Limited accessible parking at the venue! -This venue has curb cuts at main entrances. -Bring your reusable cooler bags, containers and tote bags! Email littlejoberrys@icloud.com for venue info! Emergency storm date Sunday August 17th 5pm-9pm SATURDAY, AUGUST 23, 2025 AT 1 PM Shake The Room: Breaking & Hip Hop battle - B Boy Effect @EY Centre 4899 Uplands Dr. Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/174DcxYuFb/ SHAKE THE ROOM Saturday August 23rd, 2025 Noon to 6PM (schedule TBA) @eycentre Ottawa, On 2 vs 2 Breaking - Canadian qualifiers (all ages) 1 vs 1 Kids Breaking (17 & under) 1 vs 1 Hip Hop (all ages) ——————- Cash prizes & plaques for all winners 2 vs 2 Breaking winners will be flown out to @wiba_france this November to represent Canada for the finals! ——————- MC @bboy_effect 2 VS 2 BREAKING JUDGES @everydayjk47 @tonton_bouba_colorz_ @raulguevara9798 1VS1 KIDS BREAKING JUDGE @everydayjk47 1VS1 HIP HOP JUDGE @kce__ (@moovottawa workshop on Aug 24) DJ @theonlyjervin —————- Full details, audience tickets and dancer registration open MONDAY MAY 25TH, 2025 @ noon FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 - SUNDAY, AUGUST 31, 2025 5 PM Black Rabbit Campout 2025 @Paradise Leisure Park 785 Chemin Wilson, Bryson, QC Event: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FtShyk3Pc/ Tickets: Ticketssairyo.live/event/2236 WHITE RABBIT EVENTS, in association with THE CAMO SESSIONS, SPACECAMP, BOBBY B PRODUCTIONS, & SAIRYŌ presents: BLACK RABBIT CAMPOUT 2025 August 29-31, 2025 (Gates open noon Friday) 3 DAYS & 2 NIGHTS | MUSIC + CAMPING 3 STAGES w/ DJs IN MULTIPLE GENRES LOCATION: BRYSON, QUEBEC (90km from Ottawa | 400km from Toronto | 300km from Montreal) This is an intimate, no frills, music and camping event hosted by Ottawa's underground dance community, but open to all. Black Rabbit Campout is not a corporate money grab. The organizers and volunteers who are personally funding, creating, and managing the event are all long-time members of our grassroots community. We've shared many a dancefloor together, and we can't wait to do it again with you in the great outdoors, among the trees, and under the stars. We promise good vibes, great music, and amazing people in a beautiful natural setting . For those wanting to facilitate workshops and/or volunteer to enhance their weekend experience by contributing, please send an email to: info@whiterabbitevents.ca DJS: Anastasiia Anthony Cole BassMati Brink Chimo Daku Dani DASA Disko Dave DJ LX Dungeon Crew Ephemera Future Jungle Takeover He-Menace IDE Projekt Joe Rowe Koop Laura Mah Lone Wolf Meebreezy Melo-T Mew Mew Num3ric Pithra Plush Quake Return of the Jaded Seiiizi Setou & Senyo Sokotta Tone A Tyler Hill Ur Phrends Wañuy Weeurd Streaming & stuff! Catch me on twitch.tv/lifeboogie *when possible -Wednesday | 22h | “Why Wednesday” Remote Stream @27 Club Open format 100% vinyl or digital for dancing -open format pop ups & the occasional raid trains Socials / Archive: Instagram / Twitch: @lifeboogie Fecesbook: https://www.facebook.com/djtrevorwalker MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/trevor-walker4/ SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/trevorlifeboogiewalker |
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