alek lee: blue bird
Francisco Espregueira
Even at its most eclectic, the record stays coherent, held together by guitar motifs, atmosphere, and Alek Lee’s instinct for space.
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hollie cook: shy girl in dub!
Francisco Espregueira
Built on an analogue desk and shaped through live takes, Shy Girl In Dub! embraces the unpredictability that defines great dub records. Echoes stretch, delays ripple, and fragments of Hollie’s voice appear like ghosts in the mix.
Read Morecoyote: nyabinghi
Francisco Espregueira
Spoken word fragments drift in and out, stitched between percussion-led passages and hazy dub textures. The groove is still there, but it’s subtler, almost hypnotic.
Read Morealex nut: present under construction ep
Francisco Espregueira
Whether you lean deep into the Rhodes hum or the dusty drum-machine shuffle, the EP is kind of a homecoming: for Eglo Records, the man behind it, and maybe for a groove-hungry listener ready for something honest and soulful.
Read Moregaztween: ii
Francisco Espregueira
II floats through downtempo dub, instrumental hip hop, electronica and jazz — a fluid meeting of organic and synthetic, a place where flute and cello wander through electronic grooves, where subtle jazzish hues blend with soft digital atmospheres.
Read Moreslicknbobby & liam bailey: dance affi nice / juicy bubble
Francisco Espregueira
Touching Bass has just the thing for London's carnival season with the arrival of SLICKnBOBBY & Liam Bailey's second AA single, Dance Affi Nice / Juicy Bubble.
Read Morejuly'25: recap
Francisco Espregueira
Simmering hot out here in western europe. Heat wave after heat wave we sweat summarizing our favorite jams from July, a short but high-karat-gold eclectic playlist.
Read Morespeng bond - empress / domino slims - my song (don't talk to me now)
Francisco Espregueira
From the depths of the obscure Jahtari spin-off Jahmiga comes a heavyweight Disco Dub 12", delivering two certified heaters that expertly explore the sweet spot between funk bass and echo-drenched soundscapes.
Read Morejune '25: recap
Francisco Espregueira
June’s playlist was constructed brick by brick and is eclectic and international as it can be: from Guinea-Conakry to Jamaica, flying through UK, Russia and Brazil. Different paces, moods and rhythms for your daily routines.
Read Morejoe armon jones: all the quiet (part I & II)
Francisco Espregueira
This ambitious double album, that will see its second part drop next friday, traverses a vibrant landscape of jazz, funk, dub, hip hop, and soul, entirely written, produced, and mixed by Armon-Jones.
Read Morev.a.: jahtarian dubbers vol. 5
Francisco Espregueira
Celebrating two decades of reggae oddness from Leipzig, Jahtari Music unleashes Jahtarian Dubbers Vol. 5, a fresh compilation brimming with all-new outsider dubs, dancehall anthems, and earth-shaking low-end frequencies.
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 Morev.a.: instrumental dubs #3
Francisco Espregueira
Isle Of Jura returns with Instrumental Dubs #3, a deep dive into the captivating realm of dub versions and beyond.
Read Morejanuary '25: recap
Francisco Espregueira
From soul-stirring melodies perfect for everyday routines to club-ready bangers, this collection spans a diverse range of genres, including jazz, electronic, fusion, dub, footwork, and deep house.
Read Moreexotic gardens: morning dubs
Francisco Espregueira
Morning Dubs delivers eight deeply heavy, dubby, and psychedelic tracks, crafted for a wide range of listeners.
Read Morebudgie: lovers on ice
Francisco Espregueira
Budgie returns with Lovers On Ice, a self-released mixtape available on Bandcamp that delves into the heart of Lovers Rock, Reggae, and Dub, infused with his signature RnB twist.
Read Moredecember' 24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
50 tracks for December, in the month O Sótão celebrates ten years of existence. Thank you!
Read Morev.a.: beats from the levant - a tape for support
Francisco Espregueira
Crafted from the heart of the Arab world, Beats from The Levant pays homage to the region’s musicians and their timeless masterpieces. Half of the proceeds will go to various relief efforts in Lebanon, while the other half will support the MAP (Medical Aid for Palestinians).
Read Morefor mankind & east coast love affair: musica para todos
Francisco Espregueira
Over eight beautifully crafted tracks they blend elements of house, dub, and weirdo dance music, drawing inspiration from influential artists like African Head Charge, Larry Heard, and Sun Ra.
Read Moreoreglo: not real people dlc
Francisco Espregueira
oreglo expand their imagination to feature reimagined/alternate versions of some of our favorite tracks. These offer a glimpse into their creative process and willingness to experiment with different sounds.
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