Hinode & Patrice Scott - The Hustlers

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  • It has been a wait for the Monkey Bar to launch their label, but it was definitely worth it. Two of the artists who played their recent third anniversary bash, Hinode and Patrice Scott, christen the label, with all four tracks bringing something different to the table. Berlin-based Italian duo Hinode dominates with three tracks; all of them are convincing so the best is likely to depend on your mood. "Waiting For The Sun" is perhaps the most persuasive, carving out a mature path straight through the middle of dub and house. "Preliminal Season" comes up for air by successfully working a Chicago vibe, whereas "Complex Deep" lives up to its name and is the hardest to pin down. It throws off any deferential Detroit leanings with some quirky opening synths that eventually give way for a calmer finish. Patrice Scott's track, "Libations," feels like the rest of the EP packaged into one: the tough opening drums unexpectedly lead to a vulnerable build that deepens as it gains confidence.
  • Tracklist
      A1 Hinode - Complex Deep A2 Hinode - Preliminal Session B1 Hinode - Waiting For The Sun B2 Patrice Scott - Libations
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