My 6 Gems:
Tom Jarmey
The Cinematic Orchestra & Roots Manuva - All Things To All Men
Taken from one of my favourite albums of all time, ‘Every Day’ from The Cinematic Orchestra. It’s 11 minutes long and doesn’t get boring - a nod to how diverse the production is.
Oriol - Spiral
This whole album is a masterclass in ‘musical world building’. Each track has such a vibe to it, always transporting me into its shimmery soundscape. ‘Spiral’ takes the win for me with the funky low end and airy feel. It’s an album I often reference when trying to add depth to my tracks.
John Tejada - Two 0 One
A beauty from John Tejada that never grows old. The weightless melody and restrained breaks always grab me. There’s a bunch of production techniques here which have no doubt inspired my music.
Babyfather & Arca - Meditation
I always have this one on repeat, slick and deep. Babyfather make some wild music, but this one takes the win. I’ve also played this in a few sets, acting as a rolling interlude of sorts.