angles morts: dérive asphalte
Francisco Espregueira
Each track feels like a journey, guided by the band's intuitive interplay and their ability to weave intricate sonic tapestries.
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stefano nardon: eclipse
Francisco Espregueira
Time To Play Records just released the debut EP from Stefano Nardon, Eclipse, an introduction to the pianist and producer's expansive musical vision. This collection of tracks conveys an immersive exploration where new jazz sensibilities meet atmospheric soundscapes and unbridled creativity.
Read Morezeitgeist freedom energy exchange: inspire // radicalise
Francisco Espregueira
Zeitgeist Freedom Energy Exchange, known for their genre-bending explorations, return with their fifth and most ambitious project to date, the double album INSPIRE // RADICALISE, released on Energy Exchange.
Read Morefootshooter: the oasis
Francisco Espregueira
A collection of moods from the past three years, showcases Footshooter's dynamic production style, which tastefully borrows from jazz, house, and beyond, all while maintaining a forward-thinking vision in his musical output.
Read Moreva: q1#1ep
Francisco Espregueira
Q1E2, an Amsterdam-via-Berlin imprint prioritizing "quality first, ego second," presents Q1#1EP, a thrilling various-artists compilation that feels like a sonic expedition to the outer reaches of contemporary club music.
Read Morealexander flood: artifactual rhythm
Francisco Espregueira
The album's title, ARTIFACTUAL RHYTHM, speaks to Flood's core concept: taking inherently electronic sounds and breathing new life into them through the raw, human touch of live instrumentation and jazz improvisation.
Read Moretour-maubourg ensemble: panorama sessions vol. 2
Francisco Espregueira
This project highlights Tour-Maubourg's Ensemble ability to navigate the intersection of house, jazz, and modern electronic music, creating a listening experience that makes us want to go for it. Superrrrrbe.
Read Morehoratio luna: to the tooth
Francisco Espregueira
This release, through Wooo! Music, offers another glimpse into his ever-evolving sonic world, a world where jazz-funk grooves meet with a spirit of constant exploration.
Read Morekuna maze: layers
Francisco Espregueira
Jazz routed, of course, each listen reveals new sonic details, “gradually building a rich, textured sound”. Drawing inspiration from the UK broken-beat jazz scene, Kuna Maze turns to the big “momma” of genres as the foundation to explore different styles.
Read Moresofatalk: the soul's code
Francisco Espregueira
SofaTalk presentsThe Soul's Code, just released on Oath. This sophomore album project showcases his eclectic vision, weaving together a tapestry of styles that defy easy categorization.
Read Moredecember' 24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
50 tracks for December, in the month O Sótão celebrates ten years of existence. Thank you!
Read Moreneue grafik: dalston tape vol. 1
Francisco Espregueira
Dalston Tape Vol. 1 features a range of styles from soulful and melodic to raw and experimental. Neue Grafik’s masterful production skills are evident in every track, with intricate rhythms, lush textures, and innovative sound design.
Read Morejake amy: yoofee/graze
Francisco Espregueira
Comprised by two tracks, this EP showcases Jake Amy merging raw energy and a sophisticated brand of hi-speed jazz fusion, while personal struggles and a journey through gender expression is deep within the ethos of these beautiful compositions.
Read Moretenderlonious: underworld
Francisco Espregueira
Tenderlonious keeps delivering some of the best deep house in the scene, presenting three super deep cuts that nod to mid-90s Larry Heard and smudged, jazzy beatdown vibes in a Theo Parrish/Rick Wilhite/KDJ style.
Read Moremark de clive-lowe: midnight snacks vol. 4
Francisco Espregueira
Midnight Snacks Vol. 4 comes with three tracks in which we can hear him experimenting with textures that he already knows, nonetheless expanding them in new forms.
Read Morev.a.: shush vol. 1
Francisco Espregueira
Each artist brings their own distinct style and perspective to the project, resulting in a very interesting and varied listening experience that is connected with the same ethos.
Read Morek15: hope is perseverance
Francisco Espregueira
Hope Is Perseverance is a sonic reminder from a seasoned producer, showcasing vision, intent and a unique ability to craft intricate and immersive soundscapes.
Read Morev.a.: collective sounds vol. 3 - 10 years of boogie cafe
Francisco Espregueira
This special compilation showcases the label’s rich history and diverse sound palette through a collection of tracks from some of their most beloved artists.
Read Moredfra: sal marina ep
Francisco Espregueira
Colombian producer DFRA has crafted a small masterpiece in his new EP, Sal Marina, released on Deeppa Records.
Read Moreapril '24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
Continuing the incredible amount of brilliant releases from March, this month’s playlist carries on a eclectic note. Our favorite songs from every artist that we showcased during April are included, making this playlist another journey through what we’ve been into - which is hard to define… or describe.
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