Tracklist:
1 - Ieri
2 - Azi
3 - Mâine

Instruments used: Elektron Analog Keys, Hohner Pianet T. Short trumpet samples from Miles Davis on track 2

Music, mix and master: Danaga
Cover: Maria Brudașcă

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When Paul Murphy released his critically acclaimed debut solo album, Claremont 56, in 2006, many thought it would be the first of many. In a way, it was, as in the years since he’s released a string of collaborative sets alongside Benjamin J Smith (as Smith & Mudd), and as part of underground ‘supergroups’ Paqua, Bison and Hillside. But that second solo album? Well, it just had to wait.

In early 2023, Murphy finally decided to scratch that itch, roping in some of his most trusted collaborators (keyboardist and bassist Michele Chiavarini, percussionist Patrick Dawes, guitarist Dave Noble and HF International’s Kashif included) to lay down a sumptuous set of tracks that not only showcases his now familiar (bit hard to pigeonhole) neo-Balearic sound, but also proves how much he has matured as a writer and producer since 2006.

In The Garden of Mindfulness is richly musically detailed, expertly arranged and full to bursting with fluid instrumental solos, with Murphy and his collaborators serving up tracks that brilliantly blur the boundaries between languid jazz-funk, downtempo, vintage synth-laden krautrock, dubby grooves and sun-splashed soundscapes.

It simply sparkles from the moment that opener ‘Eighty Three’ slowly rises like the morning sun, with gentle, undulating synth sounds ushering in a slow-motion jazz-funk excursion rich in twinkling electronics, spacey pads and warming bass. Recent single ‘Katanaboy’, a lusciously layered dub disco-infused dancefloor excursion in Murphy’s familiar style, raises the temperature a touch, before ‘Bonne Anse’ and the sublime ‘Unka Paw’ (whose combination of evocative fretless bass, extended electric piano solos, Clavinet licks and acoustic guitars is genuinely spellbinding) invite a combination of wavy shuffling and flat-on-the-back, eyes-closed appreciation.

And so it continues, with gorgeous title track ‘In The Garden of Mindfulness’ making way for the boogie-influenced, Japanese-British brilliance of ‘Hangsang’ (check the jaunty pianos, yearning breakdown and exotic melodies). Murphy’s long held love of warm, weighty bass, hypnotic disco grooves, colourful analogue synth sounds and jazzy guitars once again comes to the fore on ‘Afternoon Bob’ before the album reaches a fittingly triumphant conclusion with ‘Late In March’. 

A neat sonic summary of all that makes the set such a rewarding and entertaining experience, repeat listens reveals a wealth of musical details, from off-kilter triple-time drums and surprise bass guitar solos, to impeccable piano solos (provided by the immensely talented Chiavarini), fizzing jazz-funk synth doodles and stirring synth-strings. It’s a breathlessly brilliant way to end an album that was genuinely worth waiting for.

Bonne Anse

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Nicolas Jaar - Can't See What Is Burning There (Original Mix)

VOS 007
Jiony shares an exotic voyage blending in a variety of elements that create a rhythmic cadency. It is complemented by melancholic melodies to form a dark but jazzy atmosphere.

Jiony is the co-founder of a Mexico City based label VAA. There’s a certain diversity from which Jiony’s music takes place - from nu-jazz to tango, going through trip hop, funk and sometimes cumbia. His live acts are multifaceted. In its simplest version, he plays live sets using an APC controller, and also adds instruments and live looping - even a complete band.

"His contribution to the musical world ranges from his own productions extracted from his guts to improvisation sessions that challenge the performer." Thump

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Atmosphere and a melodic focus are key points for Nie Wieder Schlafen. Building a story and fill it with ambient sounds is what thrives this label. Sometimes it feels great, leaving the 4/4 rhythm, to concentrate solely on the musical dynamics of a production. Since Yoni Yarchi's beautiful "In Distant Places" has such a meditational vibe, it was clear we had to deliver a beatless version, for all of you that appreciate the soothing drafts of gentle melodies, that surround Yoni's productions. We hope to deliver more of these mixes in the future. Enjoy and calm your mind.

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Yoni Yarchi - In Distant Places (Chill Sunrise Mix)

Innocence Arrogance

The third track from the Album "Homecoming".Relased digital and digipack cd format.
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