january '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.
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Daily Magazine on Underground House Music, Broken Beat, Contemporary Jazz & Soulful Vibes
frits wentink: heartbeat fm
Francisco Espregueira
Heartbeat FM is made of music designed for the dancefloor, inviting us to dive into the emotional depths of a night overflowing with rhythm.
Read Morepellegrino & zodyaco: koinè
Francisco Espregueira
Pellegrino & Zodyaco's Koinè, released last friday on Early Sounds Recordings, isn't simply just an album; it's a declaration of intent, a "common language" where musical dialects intertwine to create a rich mosaic of sound.
Read Morematters unknown: silhouettes: a dream sphere journal
Francisco Espregueira
From African diasporic traditions and improvisation to rap, classical arrangements, and experimental sounds—Matters Unknown challenges societal limitations on both personal and collective freedom.
Read Morevick lavender: the messenger ep
Francisco Espregueira
Vick Lavender returns to Cataleya Music with The Messenger EP, a compelling four-track offering that follows his previous successes on the label.
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 Moreshaka: shaker games ep
Francisco Espregueira
Shaka's Shaker Games EP, released a couple weeks ago on Selections, offers a delightful fusion of genuine jazz melodies and authentic deep house sensibilities.
Read Morekhadija al hanafi: !ok!
Francisco Espregueira
This expansive project showcases her mastery of both raw, kinetic dance tracks and blissed-out footwork, demonstrating a range that solidifies her position as a distinctive and innovative voice in the scene.
Read Morepatrice scott: solitude
Francisco Espregueira
The EP's title is fitting, as Scott crafts deeply absorbing soundscapes that invite listeners to become utterly transfixed, lost in thought while contemplating his gorgeous synth designs.
Read Morezopelar: horizonte ep
Francisco Espregueira
Horizonte showcases his distinctive blend of synth funk, deep disco boogie, and soulful house across five tracks.
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 Morenature boy: unfinished business
Francisco Espregueira
Frame Of Mind revisits the raw energy of early '90s Ruff Disco with Nature Boy's Unfinished Business, a collection of six unearthed gems plucked straight from floppy disks of that era.
Read Morepaul mac: native ep
Francisco Espregueira
A true gem from the vaults of UK techno, Paul Mac's Native EP finally sees the light of day via Mojuba Records' a.r.t.less sub-label.
Read Mores. fidelity, melodiesinfonie & bluestaeb: 365 p
Francisco Espregueira
This collaborative effort showcases the producers' signature blend of RnB, House, and 2-Step, resulting in a collection of deeply vibey tracks.
Read Morekibbi gibbon: still dreamin'
Francisco Espregueira
Kibbi Gibbon crafts a unique hybrid of spaced-out jazz-funk and synth-boogie, a sound perfectly aligned with Star Creature’s signature contemplative instrumental funk aesthetic.
Read Moreictv, nephews & dimsum: love ensemble ii
Francisco Espregueira
Released via APHR Records, Love Ensemble II offers a dynamic listening experience, from smooth, melodic grooves to high-energy club anthems.
Read Moremidan: letter to brazil
Francisco Espregueira
Letter To Brazil, a heartfelt 17-track tribute to the rich tapestry of Brazilian music - channeling his deep appreciation for Bossa Nova, Samba, and MPB (Música Popular Brasileira).
Read Moredecember' 24: recap
Francisco Espregueira
50 tracks for December, in the month O Sótão celebrates ten years of existence. Thank you!
Read Moreattica one: osa peninsula
Francisco Espregueira
Attica One is back with a new EP, Osa Peninsula, released via Dope Tones Records. Following up on his previous work, including the Inward EP also on Dope Tones, Attica One delivers a blend of House and Broken Beat across two original tracks.
Read Morepatrick gibin: strength in numbers
Francisco Espregueira
Patrick Gibin has just dropped his debut album, Strength In Numbers, on his own Mother Tongue Records. This release follows a string of acclaimed work for labels like Eglo, Neroli, and Sounds Familiar, marking a significant milestone in Gibin’s career.
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