First single from the forthcoming "Jewels From The Sun" EP out June 25th on @fofmusic. More details soon. Enjoy!!

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Ad Hoc Records welcome back Hermanito - this time with a stunning four track EP 'Ocaso'.

Initially conceived in lockdown, this collection came to life after a move over the Atlantic and spans a number of influences. 'Murmuration' eases you with deep warming pads and delicate melodic flurries followed by 'Aguita' - another breathe of fresh air inspired by teenage memories.

'KIMA' continues the mellow, balearic sounds before 'Ripples' closes the show with soulful glitchy vocals and dreamlike top lines.

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Hermanito - Ocaso

PREMIERE: Hermanito - Ripples [Ad Hoc Records]

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Release date: 21st November 2022

Stelios Vassiloudis has worked in multiple genres throughout his decades-long career, but feels most at home with experimental, low-tempo music. He trained as a classical musician and composer in New York, and was busy learning to write film scores when he first discovered electronic music. As a result, his exploration of the genre was rooted in the intricacies of Bach and the innovation of Beethoven. He was drawn to the experimental, experiential sounds of Massive Attack and Portishead, which led him down a progressive house-shaped rabbit hole.

In 2011 he released his first low-tempo album on Bedrock, and then focused on club music right up until the pandemic hit in 2020, which finally afforded him time and space to return to his cinematic, introspective roots. Stelio’s second low-tempo album ‘All Else Fails’ followed on BALANCE in March 2022.

His latest EP ‘Permanent’ out on November 21 2022 on Reflections, occupies a similar space. The five-track EP encourages deep listening because each production has so many complex, interweaving elements. The time signatures are unexpected and the instrument selections unique. Wood chimes, bells, guzheng, flute, suona and piano all dance together, creating coherency with a hint of chaos.

This sense of creative freedom shines through the EP. You can hear it in the lo-fi beats and high-pitched vocal samples of ‘Dunggu’ and in the complex, understated ambient track ‘Ja Matane’ and in the freestyle jazz piano in ‘Oh, That’s Good’. But Vassiloudis says writing ‘Year Of The Ox’ was a particularly freeing creative experience. “It came very naturally, and I wrote it in this flow state of pure creation.”

Vassiloudis asks for one thing from his listeners – their pure, undivided attention.

“This kind of music can be put under the umbrella of chill-out. Which basically pushes it into this category of background music. But I hope people can get past that and really listen, and let it jog their imaginations.” Stelios Vassiloudis

‘Permanent’ is out now on Reflections.

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The Westbound EP is the debut beat tape by Alexander IV - the latest pseudonym of eclectic Dutch producer, multi-instrumentalist and illustrious tunesmith, Joris Feiertag. As a music maker largely known for his club friendly offerings, Joris uses the Macedonian monarch’s title to delve into the more rootsical side of his sonic output - taking in hip-hop, jazz, funk and soul influences along the way.

The scene is set with the melancholic 1988 - a track which combines boom-bap drums, ethereal vocal samples, loose guitars, strident percussion and haunting synths with dubbed out horns and atmospheric spoken word to take you back to what was surely a simpler time.

This is followed by Rue, which continues where 1988 leaves off with more sleepy guitars, sunny keys, hip hop beats and somewhat incoherent yet celestial voices. The piece then takes a sharp left turn to deliver more of a dub flavour, complete with heavily treated percussive stabs and a plethora of echoes and effects.

What Moves Me is a much sunnier and life affirming cut, as hefty beats trade blows with buoyant chants and expectant piano; whereas The One takes a far more lugubrious and wistful turn, filled with regret emphasized by sombre keys and moody vocals.
Finally, having run a gamut of emotions, the EP comes to a close with That Blew My Mind, which sees the producer return to his love of all things reggae. The track kicks off in sprightly mode with a skanking beat making way for a weighty bassline and assured vocal samples. Add to that heavyweight horn lines and you’ve got a rocksteady offering that’ll prepare you perfectly for brighter days to come.

Alexander IV’s music fuses organic and electronic elements with ease, which isn’t surprising given the artist’s experience not only as a consummate dance music maker, but also as drummer of choice for Dutch superstars Kraak & Smaak. Add to that an extended family of gifted musicians, and you’ve got something brand new yet retro; uncomplicated yet masterful.

Alexander IV - The One

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@Gadget - The Garden 

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London based producer and beatmaker Gadget releases his debut single on Soundplate Records with The Garden. The Garden" is a catchy sample based track that transports listeners to a serene and introspective place. 

Gadget masterfully blends elements of jazz, hip-hop, and soul to create a nostalgic and dream-like soundscape. Whether you're studying, relaxing, or simply enjoying the moment, "The Garden" will provide the perfect background music for your journey. Don't miss out on this immersive musical experience, take a trip to The Garden today!

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The Garden

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The Bridge

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Part of the 'Lights' EP released by https://soundcloud.com/soundplate
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Sonar Kollektiv is an independent label from Berlin, founded by Jazzanova in 1997. Known for its eclectic blend of jazz, soul, electronica, and beyond, the label has released 600+ genre-defying tracks from artists like Âme, Fat Freddy’s Drop, Benny Sings, Modha, Feiertag, Pete Josef, Jono McCleery, The KBCS, RAH & The Ruffcats, Magro, WAAN, and TTeo. From and for music lovers.

Alexander IV - The One

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