Romero Bros deliver a vibrant double-feature with Samba De Flora Parts 1 & 2, a limited 7" release on Echo Chamber Recordings. This dynamic single ventures into broken beat and nu jazz territories with flair. Side-1 presents 'Samba De Flora' (part 1), a lively track characterised by its tribal rhythms, prominent piano lines, and infectious Latin house influences. This reminds us a lot of Ian Pooley's energetic style from the Since Then album. Side-2 features 'Samba De Flora' (part 2), offering a more subdued take. This version highlights instrumental elements with a refined approach, creating a nuanced soundscape that complements its energetic counterpart. Both versions make this a versatile and enjoyable little 7".

Sade's 1992 album, Love Deluxe, immerses listeners in a luxurious blend of quiet storm, r&b and jazz-pop, enveloping Sade Adu's evocative expressions of desire and heartache. Emerging from the mid-'80s UK jazz-pop scene, Sade perfected a sound that fused jazz, bossa nova, and soul with a modern, streamlined edge. From their beginnings as a fusion of former members of post-punk and new wave bands, Sade the band evolved into a cohesive unit, crafting seamless compositions that seamlessly merged soulful staircases of sound with liquid-crystal pop-funk. Love Deluxe stands as their most monolithic work, a sonic journey characterised by its ethereal fluidity. Sade's music became synonymous with cosmopolitan exotica, transporting listeners to a world of jet-setting luxury and romantic introspection. Adu's introspective lyricism explores themes of love and longing with a depth that transcends traditional romanticism, delving into the complexities of human emotion. The album's production, marked by programmed beats and a minimalist approach to instrumentation, aligns it with the emerging trip-hop genre, characterized by its fusion of lushness and dread. The precise interplay of drums, synth, and guitar creates an immaculate sonic landscape, perfectly complementing Adu's mesmerizing vocals. Each track on Love Deluxe serves as a poignant exploration of love's multifaceted nature, from the relentless devotion depicted in 'No Ordinary Love' to the introspective character studies of 'Feel No Pain' and 'Pearls. Through Adu's evocative storytelling and the band's masterful instrumentation, Love Deluxe transcends mere romanticism, offering a profound meditation on the mysteries of love, birth, and death. It's an album that defies easy categorization, inviting listeners to lose themselves in its blissful abstraction and emotional depth.

Jeroen Search's 'One Dimension' EP, released on Syncrophone France, delivers a robust techno experience with a nod to Detroit's iconic sound. The title track, 'One Dimension', has a big, expansive feel, drawing from Detroit techno's classic roots. Its driving rhythms create a powerful atmosphere perfect for the dancefloor. 'Night Driver' follows with a deeper, more energetic groove that builds steadily, keeping the momentum rising throughout. 'Cipher' brings a heavier edge, combining a brooding bassline with melodic accents that add balance and depth. 'Snake Shifter' closes out the EP with intricate percussion and an alien-like sound, rounding off the release with a sharp, futuristic touch.

Clocktower Records reissue Scientist's Scientific Dub, arguably among the most popular set of exothermic reactions by dub pioneer Scientist to peer-review dub music as a science, as opposed to a form of pseudoscience or homeopathy. Medical jokes aside, Hopetown Brown was one of the first of his peers to approach the dub craft as though it were a "science" after King Tubby - the latter christened him "Scientist" on remarking that the then 15 year-old rookie was so good at what he did that - "Damn" - "this little boy must be a scientist." We don't use the word "timeless" lightly, but Scientific Dub is almost just that: a debut armoury of well-rounded, yet still rawly mixable, tinctures containing both dub bioweapons and rapid-administration herd cures, from the 'Satta Dread Dub' to the 'Blacka Shade Of Dub'. Coarse in sound, equally insofar as some of the best cures are bitter in taste.

Keita Sano is back on Delusions with a fresh collaboration alongside Japanese producer XTAL, following the acclaim of last year's Love Is Emotion. Renowned for his distinctive sound that marries gritty disco rhythms with touches of acid and an avant-garde sensibility, Sano has carved a niche for himself on the dance floor. His tracks are celebrated by a diverse array of DJs, including Ivan Smagghe and Hot Toddy, who find his productions to be game-changing secret weapons in their sets. The new EP kicks off with 'Broken,' a high-octane track that bursts with a loopy filter-disco groove. This energetic cut builds seamlessly towards a thrilling climax, where a sweeping string break momentarily strips away the elements before a vibrant wave of timbale fills reintroduces the rhythm, intensifying the track's drive. Next, 'Let Us Have Nice Days, The Sun' showcases a classic Italo bassline that propels the track forward with infectious energy. Dub delay effects and side-chained pads keep the momentum alive, while the bending bass synth notes add a dramatic flair without derailing the track's flow. This track is a testament to Sano's skill in blending old-school influences with modern production techniques. The EP wraps up with 'Time Passing,' a track that slows down the pace with its chugging tempo and lush, string-drenched layers. Perfect for a sunset session, this track exudes a melancholic beauty that casts a spell on the dance floor, offering a reflective and emotive conclusion to the release.

Analog Mutants-aka MC Phill Most Chill and DJ and producer Snafu with DJ Grazzhopper-return with Tittyshaker, a fun and fantastic follow-up to last year's Confidence 45. Embracing a playful vibe as you can tell from the title, they craft a lively, 80s-inspired beat reminiscent of when hip-hop playfully sampled kids' TV tunes. The track has a Sesame Street-like charm, making Phill's cheeky call for the ladies to "shake their titties" feel more like lighthearted fun than problematic. In today's world of Megan Thee Stallion and Ice Spice pushing boundaries, Tittyshaker taps into that same bold energy. The release also features an alternate version on the flip side.

German label Rawax is back with a second release in Ricardo Villalobos's own reissue series. This one finds the legendary minimal man working under his Termiten Alias on 'Nordhorn,' which is a single that came originally out on LINEAR back in 2002. 'Why Did I Love My Wife' is classic Ricardo - more than 11 minutes of mind-melting hi-fidelity synth design and inventive techno rhythms with dark vocals and organic percussion. 'Nordhorn' is more spacious and empty with soothing melodies flooring about over a skeletal groove that will lock in the afters like it always has.

Limping on Clouds is an EP that has come about after a deep collaboration between Polygonia and Shoal. The A-side features individual tracks from each artist starting with Shoal's 'Majola' which opens with layered breaks and a deep, rolling bass. It is followed by Polygonia's 'Repeat,' which is rich with kinetic energy, rhythmic layers and ethereal vocal samples. The B-side then features a superb coming together of the two and a great blend of their styles on 'Pendulum,' which is a lush ambient track with a subtle organic rhythm. The EP closes on a downtempo note with the title track enveloping you in a dreamy and atmospheric soundscape that perfectly complements the record's overall mood.