Our moderators listened to every track we were sent this week and have picked their favourites for your listening pleasure this weekend:

Listening Post: Batch 541

Catalog: BLUR080
Release Date: 08.03.2024
Buy Link: https://www.traxsource.com/title/2169290/malandro

Hotmood
SoundCloud | https://soundcloud.com/hotmood

Blur Records
SoundCloud | @blur-records

PREMIERE: Hotmood - Malandro [Blur Records]

Released 27th September 2024

©Juice Records 2024

I Found You

112 KBPS FILES - DON'T BE A DUNCE!

Stream & Buy - https://razor-n-tape.lnk.to/TimesAreChanging

Tom Noble, digger extraordinaire, owner of Superior Elevation Records, and general Brooklyn/LA legend, dons his House Of Sprits moniker for the first single from a forthcoming LP on Razor-N-Tape.

“Times Are Changing” sets the tone for this album project that collects the work of nearly 15 years, a gritty vision of modern-retro soul that throws a reverent nod to its Mizell Brothers and Patrick Adams influences as it brings the sound into the future. Recorded with all live instrumentation and mixed tough for the dance floor, this limited 12” boasts an extended original and instrumental on the A side, and a huge remix from Aussie synth wizard Harvey Sutherland on the flip that highlights the rich instrumentation and extremely catchy vocal hook. A surefire summer jam, this is timeless music that is only the tip of the iceberg from a future classic album. 

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www.razor-n-tape.com​
www.razor-n-tape.bandcamp.com

Times Are Changing

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Tom Noble - Times Are Changing (Vocal)

House of Cards

Deaf Squad are a production duo hailing from the heart of London, made up of RZR (f.k.a Dr. Colossus, head of Destroy Oh Boy) and Memari Man (formerly of Kings Of The City). Together, the two old friends forge a soundscape that is intense and innovative, drawing on a rich tapestry of influences including industrial, post-rock, dub, and grime.

Inspired by the raw power of The Bug and the sonic complexity of Nine Inch Nails, Deaf Squad draw on their contrasting musical backgrounds of live rock and jungle / breakcore to create a powerful blend that is dark and exhilarating. Their music is a visceral, gut-punch of an experience, and their forthcoming debut EP “Black and Red” is a testament to their years of musical exploration and collaboration. Each track is a journey through uncharted auditory territories, reflecting the duo's deep-seated affinity for experimental sound design and their commitment to producing music that resonates on both an emotional and physical level. 

“Money Maniac” is primed for hands-in-the-air moments, with dub synths that meet jagged industrial percussion. “Glitch” shows off their more ethereal tendencies, whilst maintaining a powerful sense of bass-weight and dread. On “Collateral Damage”, a pulsating drone gives way to stadium-sized post-rock guitar melodies, and closing track “Ready” is pensive and reflective, whilst continuing their foreboding audio tapestry. 

They’re joined on this journey by a number of vocalists, each bringing a unique quality to the tracks: grime legend and Grammy winner Flowdan, dancehall royalty Warrior Queen, and Thryn, a musician and songwriter currently based in Cambridge who draws on folk traditions for their melancholic, choral-inspired harmonies. 

For more info, music and socials check:

https://artistpage.to/deaf_squad

Deaf Squad x Thryn - Glitch (Take Me With You)

Release date: 04.06.2024

‘Fashion’ offers a preview of the upcoming collaborative ‘Shadows’ LP from Conscious Route and Supermann on da Beat. An understated, rolling break is coupled with acoustic strings and some keys, leaving plenty of space for Conscious Route and guest MC Pro Focus to deliver rhymes jabbing at rappers who follow stereotypes and trends. Taking turns on the verses before switching to a back-and-forth style, the rappers call out those who can only chat “grimy bars, [about] bitches, coke,” as a “cash-in, they in it for the fashion.”
There is still plenty of time for Conscious Route and Pro Focus to demonstrate their own rhyming credentials as Supermann’s production flows through stuttering breaks and is given space to breathe too. 
If this is a hint of what to expect from the Shadows LP, which is due to be released in 2025, then there is something serious cooking in Scotland right now…

Master versions 

Fashion (Radio Edit) Conscious Route & Supermann on da Beat ft Pro Focus

Written by Alexandra Leaving
Produced and mixed by Michael Smith
Mastered by Andy Baldwin at Metropolis Studios

For more:https://linktr.ee/alexandraleaving_

Lyrics:

I’ve started so I will finish
I’m not the type to admit it
Eyes on the prize
Will you be mine?
Don’t tell me that I should cool down
I’ll play the fool and I’ll shout out
I just wanna say

I think you’re out of this world
What’s the deal I gotta make?
Where’s the rules I gotta break?

I’m waking up and I’m crawling
Right to your feet where I’m falling
You say I’m obsessed
Well that’s just the best damn part 
Of every moment you’re in it
And in the moment I’m winning
I just wanna say

I think you’re out of this world
What’s the deal I gotta make?
Where the rules I gotta break?
It hurts
Cos you give me something real
Can I hold onto this feeling?

*instrumental*

I think you’re out of this world
What’s the deal I gotta make?
Where the rules I gotta break?
It hurts
Cos you give me something real
Can I hold onto this feeling?
Cut the time that it will take
What’s the deal I gotta make?
It hurts
Cos you give me something real
Can I hold onto this feeling?

Can I hold onto this feeling?
Can I hold onto this feeling?

Out Of This World

‘Pride’ started life as a commission for comedian Joe Lycett's stand-up show, 'More, More, More, How Do You Lycett? How Do You Lycett?’. Following the conclusion of the show's tour and with Joe's blessing, it was developed into a fully-fledged track in its own right, inspired by the classic disco output of labels such as Salsoul Records and Philadelphia International.

Sam Redmore’s eclectic global grooves continue to shine bright on his forthcoming new album ‘Modulate’, which effortlessly glides across electronic, disco, latin and afro spectrums.

Artwork by Lee Hodges.

Modulate

Pride

Format: 12"
Catalog: BLURWAX 005
Release Date: 13.01.2025
Buy Link: https://de.juno.co.uk/products/jehan-tv-screen-ep-vinyl/1044271-01/

Jehan
SoundCloud | @jehaan

Blur Records
SoundCloud | @blur-records


PREMIERE: Jehan - Images Fantômes (Vinyl) [Blur Records]

WME EP
Label - Funkyjaws Music
Cat. - FJM 07
Released - 17th March 2025
BUY FROM - https://www.juno.co.uk/products/funkyjaws-wme-vinyl/1059360-01/

Funkyjaws is the Belarusian DJ and producer Sergey Abramov, who has been dropping his funky disco heat on the likes of Kolour LTD and Shadeleaf Music before now, as well as his own fledgling self-titled imprint. This one kicks off with 'WME' which has some big horn action and stomping disco drums to liven up any party. 'Snapshot' has a raw vocal and atmospheric energy that is sure to uplift and 'Dancin' then brings some sweet hip-swinging claps. It's a string-laced disco affair to close with the majestic 'You'.

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PREMIERE: FUNKYJAWS - YOU [Funkyjaws Music]

Love at First Sight

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Red Richards - Love at First Sight

Jungle sax

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Sim's &  Sam.L Feat Fantasia - Jungle sax

Espièglerie

The noise echoed loudly in the old abandoned car park as the walls shook under the weight of the mighty bang. Boom, boom, boom... The sound travelled for thousands of miles and could be heard from far away. Inside the towering structure a hundred people had gathered to observe the scene, watching as the machinery tore through the barrier of sound and entered an entirely new dimension. The sun had fallen now beneath the clouds and the darkness, the end was soon. 

Turbo Boom Boom appears on a new split EP alongside an array of talent in the form of Hysteric, Roger Thornhill and Baerlz. He reworks a funky bubblegum special into a fun focused club track.

PREMIERE: Turbo Boom Boom - Makwerhu Boom Boom [La Bestiole Records]

Available now > https://BobbinHeadMusic.lnk.to/SayHi

We're pumped to have another soulful record from Canberra based producer, Magnifik. This time he gifts us with the disco laden track "Say Hi". Its stuffed with a live party feel including, live bass, guitars, dreamy pads, organs, horns and piano. Quality deep house and disco music with a live feel.

On the remix we have Spanish based, French born producer Sebb Junior knock out a perfect remix. Stripping back the song and utilizing his snappy drums, hypnotic chords and driving bass, Sebb takes us to deep house/Deep funk heaven. Definitely an essential for anyone that loves that real s***!

Credits

Written and composed by Ashley Zmijewski
Vocals by Felix
https://soundcloud.com/magnifik

Remix Credits

Remix and Additional production, by Sebb Junior
https://soundcloud.com/sebb_junior

Mastered by Roberto Romano @ Os3 Mastering Studio (ITALY)

Bobbin Head Music 2018
Published by APRA/AMCOS

https://www.facebook.com/BobbinHeadMusic

For all licensing and info, email husky@bobbinheadmusic.com

Say Hi

Available now

Magnifik - Say Hi (Sebb Junior Remix)

[FEP006] The Funk District - Disconstructed EP

- Tracklist:

1 - Stuck On The Line
2 - Melas
3 - The Horn feat. Sokur
4 - Abstract Love

For a 2020 fresh start we welcome back our label's head honcho 'The Funk District' with a brand new contribution on this Disconstucted EP consisting on four disco-constructed or deconstructed blends with a deep touch to it. As a starter 'Stuck On The Line' comes in the form of an intense funky jam filled with groovy piano chords, a powerful bassline and lots of funky guitars making it an exceptional cut for peak hours. Right next to it 'Melas' shows up as a heavy-weight sampled gem with a melancholic taste and an outstanding guitar solo attached to profound synths and energetic vocal chops. On the other side 'The Horn feat. Sokur' is a contribution with former Argentinian Piano Man: Sokur, bringing spice and a tropical flavor to the release with his outstanding musical approach in this afro-latin cut. As for the final act 'Abstract Love' arrives with sexy disco vocals and deep infused synths turning it into a house classic anthem ready to hit the dance floor. Stay tuned for more !!

Disconstructed EP

The Funk District - Abstract Love [FEP006]

NEW ALBUM 'MODULATE' OUT NOW!
https://SamRedmore.lnk.to/Modulate

DJ BOOKINGS: sam@samredmoremusic.com

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