The British duo Wayward have enjoyed a compelling 2018 establishing themselves as respected producers with a trio of celebrated EP’s including their 12” debuts on both Fort Romeau’s Cin Cin Records and Australian based label Beats Of No Nation. The sounds released from these efforts have shown that it’s quite hard to place these talented lads in any particular genre; having come out with a variety of music ranging from pure, unadulterated disco to futuristic, afro-tinged techno. If you have not been impressed with their range so far, you’d be hard-pressed not to after listening to their forthcoming record.

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To start off the year, the duo have joined forces once again with Rob da Bank’s Silver Bear Recordings to come out with four-track EP that features two brand-new originals from Wayward themselves and a couple of remixes from it-boy Earth Trax and Glasgow legend Nightwave. The name of the release is titled “Raval” and we are fortunate enough to be sharing its title track. Staying true to their versatile nature, Wayward have elected to go into a completely different direction on this one.

From beginning to end, Raval is a tune that’s rooted in acid-house and instantly grabs your attention with its energetic bassline and bombastic percussion. However, these hard-hitting elements are complemented by a melodic assortment of distorted keys and airy vocals that give listeners an opportunity to catch their breath in between gripping moments of being compelled to dance and let go.

If you’re like me and would love to play this out in a big, dark room, make sure to grab your copy of “Raval” here! It’s set to come out March 1st!

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Continuing to build momentum on Rob da Bank’s independent imprint, Silver Bear Recordings, British duo Wayward have returned to offer a compilation of remixes of their February EP ‘Good Afternoon Mr Magpie’. As their name connotes, Wayward’s sound is ethereal and meandering, full of delicate harmonies and textured beats. The original EP captured this essence beautifully, offering five intoxicating and atmospheric cuts.

Remix duties have been left in safe hands, as Big Miz, Duke Hugh, Brame & Hamo, Kincaid & Sinal and Folamour have joined forces with the emerging pair to insert their own dancefloor ready spin on the EP while keeping the vibes of the original intact.

Our premiere is by Dutch artist Duke Hugh, who lends his penchant for earthy percussion to add a floor-filling groove to the more subdued and hypnotic ‘Calanques’. Having previously made waves on Bradley Zero’s Rhythm Section, a label known for its soulful and relaxed beats, Duke Hugh is the perfect match for what is a delightfully warm gem. Starting things off by giving a punchy lift to the intro, Duke weaves in the original dreamy vocal to add a blissed-out warmth to the percussive kicks. The synth lines that drift and dances through the multi-layered groove are a welcomed addition, ushering in the joyful keyboard melody. At the end of the track Duke adds a lively, almost Balearic twist, squeezing the first rays of spring into the staggeringly fun jam in a way that has us yearning for summer already.

You can get your hands on this superb remix package here when it drops on the 27th of April.

Lily D.

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