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Review: UK producer Wodda assembles four speed garage and house hybrids that reflect a slow-burning evolution in his sound. 'Bang to the Beat of This' opens with filtered sirens and detuned chords, cutting into a tough, swung rhythm that leans more peak-time than previous outings. 'I'll Be Careful' switches pace with a more upbeat palette: bright chord stabs, clipped vocal chops and a rolling low-end that nods clearly to early 2000s UKG. On the flip, 'Welcome to the Future' maintains the same rhythmic density but strips back the melodic detail, focusing on percussive drive and stabbing bass pressure. 'Santa Cruz' closes the set on a looser, more playful note i 90s-referencing synth lines sit above swung drums and a rounded, slightly overdriven bassline. The sequencing shows range without stretching too far and the mixdown keeps things functional without feeling raw. A direct and well-balanced outing from a producer who's clearly refining his tools.

Review: Madrid-born, London-based artist Tarde Loco delivers a striking debut full of Latin-tinged rhythm, playful swing and finely tuned percussion, all underscored by the touch of a genuinely gifted musician. ‘Viva L’Amore’, featuring Noemi Caneva, blends breezy vocals with loose-limbed grooves and an understated confidence that instantly draws you in. ‘Turbo’ steps things up with warped synth licks and erratic funk—trippy and floor-ready without trying too hard. On the vinyl-only ‘Ai Ai’, he dials into a late-night minimalism, letting tight drum work and hypnotic repetition do the heavy lifting. ‘Tu Cintura’ closes the set in sun-drenched fashion, laced with percussive detail and an effortless sense of motion. Having honed his craft across El Salvador and London, Tarde Loco arrives with a sound that’s both distinctive and deeply rooted in live energy—crafted for dancers, but brimming with his own musical handwriting.