Stereo 77 follows-up the recently released remix EP, ‘Adaptations’ with a set of new compositions that further incorporate Afro-Caribbean and Brazilian percussion & rhythms, with the influence of 90s electronica sub-genres like big beat, balearic beat, afro-tech, and downtempo.
We open the EP with the warmth and ambience of ‘Birds Of Stanley’. A song built from various recordings of Stereo’s backyard (Orlando, FL), a Casio keyboard, bass guitar, and a little magic from Ableton.
‘Started In GB’ is the first of the 4 tracks to bring forth the 90s electronica influence. Driven by hard hitting congas and warm basslines, and detailed with hypnotic synths & vocal effects.
Fans of balearic beat, Afro-tech, and a slight hint of the new-rave influence will find a nice home here.
‘López Conexión’ continues down the 90s influenced vibe, in particular house infused balearic meets dubby downtempo and big beat. Built from three loops produced by a close friend and fellow Orlando DJ / Producer (asked to remain anonymous), with additional rave-like synths & basslines, dusty drums, psychedelic guitars, and plenty of dub influenced vocal hits & sounds.
‘Bonus Space’ closes the EP on a celestial and lighter vibe, heavily inspired by the major Brazilian influence that impacted the 90s and early 2000s nu-jazz, house, broken beat - and of course, the balearic sounds. Calming, ghost-like vocals float through out the upfront drums and percussion, while the bass and synth lines deliver the heat from underneath.
This EP is dedicated to the remarkable career and influence of José Padilla, and the impact and lessons his unparalleled Café Del Mar compilations provided. RIP
RIYL: Jazzanova, Leftfield, DJ Food, Meat Beat Manifesto, Jacques Greene, Romare, Big Beat, Chillout, Global Beats, Afro-Caribbean and Brazillian rhythms.
Written and Produced by Stereo 77
Mastered at Filtered Deluxe Recordings
Original Photo by Kristen Flood
Design by Bryan Covet
