B. Bravo (aka Adam Mori) returns to Bastard Jazz with the long-awaited follow-up to his 2017 debut LP, “Paradise,” with a fresh full-length offering: “Vizionz.” Replete with his signature future funk vibes, infectiously soulful grooves, and talkbox excursions, “Vizionz” sees the multifaceted artist take the classic West Coast into outer space. If B. Bravo’s last album sought to get lost in paradise - enjoying the moment here and now - “Vizionz” looks forward, feet placed firmly in an established LA vibe, while the matured eyes of a veteran producer gaze keenly to the future. 

“Vizionz” arrives following a slew of diverse singles, which highlight B. Bravo’s stunning versatility as a songwriter, producer, and collaborator. Last year’s “Lifted (What U Waiting 4)” came first, at the end of May, 2020, pairing g-funk talk-box verses and synth lines with rich vocal harmonies and a dance-floor-ready beat. Frequent collaborator Reva DeVito (Miami Horror, Kaytranada) makes a standout vocal appearance on “Fly Bye,” the second single. Here, Adam surrounds Reva’s vocals with ambient pads, a Dilla-inspired beat, and an irresistible bassline, while Reva’s dreamily sings about getting away from it all. The final single, “Believe,” sees Chuck Inglish (of the famed duo The Cool Kids) rhyme in his distinctive baritone over a bass-heavy instrumental meant to rattle some car stereos. 

The singles offer a view into the rest of the album: Solo B. Bravo joints include “Moon Bounce,” a talk-box boogie jam begging for late-night drives with the top down; the largely-instrumental synth improvisation, “Midnight Rider;” the upbeat “Penelope,” which showcases Adam’s vocal and harmonic prowess; a bumping g-funk interlude, with “Flip Out;” as well as the laid back album opener, “Da Essence.” 

Further vocal assists come by way of Sally Green on the flirty “10/10,” and Rojai on the slow jam ““No Regrets” . Both singers have worked on B. Bravo projects in the past, with Rojai additionally joining forces with Adam to form the duo Kool Customer, whose self-titled debut album was released on Bastard Jazz in 2018. Two more hip-hop-leaning tracks are aided by Def Sound (“Back Times Two”) and Nico Fasho (“Ms. Stardust”); leaning heavy into outerspace G-Funk Hip-Hop vibes. 

Taken as a whole, “Vizionz” is a much needed boost of serotonin: Uncompromisingly positive, sometimes nostalgic, sometimes aspirational, but always funky. The range of styles is a testament to Adam’s indelible production chops, songwriting skill, and ability to collaborate. While it has been a long 5 years since “Paradise,” “Vizionz” proves more than worth the wait.

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Is This Fire is a track where the blend of vocal melody and harmony creates a vibrant, danceable atmosphere, with the charisma of Raphael Camardella's voice leading an arrangement full of groove. The melancholic lyrics contrast with the pulsing rhythm of the bass. The synths that harmonize the vocals in the choruses alternate with more sparse, ethereal moments in the verses, creating a captivating dynamic interplay. The track culminates in a rock finale, where the energy bursts into a memorable guitar solo.

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The original version of 'In The Pocket' got released on the 'MORE BOUNCE presents Feeding U New Knocks Vol.2' compilation back in 2019. It already had a life on the internet before that, when Ethan Goldhammer put the track on SoundCloud and YouTube under the 'Flamclap' moniker around 2010.

Throughout the years it became a big favorite in the poppin' dance scene and got featured in the video-game Bombrush Cyberfunk. A lot of people (re)-discovered it because of that, which is why we thought it was time to bring you a special extended version.

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Ethan Goldhammer - 'In The Pocket - Extended Version'

Album available on iTunes ->  https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/id1034961898

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Illa J's new single "Universe" produced by https://soundcloud.com/potatohead-people, from his forthcoming self-titled album (out Oct 2nd on Bastard Jazz Recordings). https://soundcloud.com/realillaj

Bandcamp -> https://bastardjazz.bandcamp.com/album/universe


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Nick Wisdom - Snoopin'

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