RETROMIGROTION
His music represents the nucleus of what dance music means to so many, a form of music that channels the soul, chimes deep within the mind, and makes the listener escape into the depths of their emotional palette.
Dead Tech
released October 10, 2023
Kush Calls EP
released May 6, 2022
Kush Calls EP
Produced by: Retromigration
Mastering : Michelle Grinser
Lacquer Cut : Michelle Grinser @ Manmade
Artwork : cm-dp
Manifactured by : Vinyl de Paris
Distribution : yoyaku
by Retromigration
released May 6, 2022
Limited Edition 12"Vinyl
Record/Vinyl + Digital Album
German-born, Amsterdam-based artist Retromigration has been carving out a distinct path for himself over the last year with his tantalizing, raw house sound. Combining elements of classic production techniques to sculpt his warm, authentic sound.
His Nigerian and Ghanaian roots shine through with distinct musicality and a blissfully laid-back approach to his grooves, his records have been previously snapped up by established imprints including Rhythm Section International, Wolf Music, and Handy Records to name just a few. His fusion of hip-hop and house stems from an upbringing of studying jazz bass and is evident throughout this stunning release. A gentle touch of sampling and expertly played basslines glue these fantastic tracks together to form the joyous 'Kush Calls' EP.
Dead Tech
by Retromigration
released October 10, 2023
Produced by : Jesse Bru
Mastering : Frank Merritt @ Carvery UK
Artwork : Ventral Is Golden
Distribution : Yoyaku
Copyright : Oathcreations
On their latest excursion, Last Year At Maienbad proudly invites you into the gloriously breezy, beautifully put-together world of Retromigration, who’s melodic abilities have put him firmly within everyone’s passenger seat as they shoot down a sun-kissed highway…
There are a number of artists within the present day whose names remain constantly on the tongues of music lovers, and Retromigration’s name has been there so consistently of late for a number of reasons. His music represents the nucleus of what dance music means to so many, a form of music that channels the soul, chimes deep within the mind, and makes the listener escape into the depths of their emotional palette. His songs have an ever present Jazz presence to them, but his sound has numerous components to it, with rhythmic feel being right at the heart of proceedings. Retromigration always finds a way to feel himself out within his records, covering an enormity of ground and allowing each track to interact with the next. This makes his tracks at ease with the listener, forging a vital connection that works with mood and the concept of listening intently - and feeling very content about it. The instrumental approach he makes is certainly something, and channels into the notion that his music can come alive in any context, swaying to the rhythm of life rather than the confines of space. With excellent releases on labels such as WOLF, Handy and previously on Last Year at Marienbad to name but a few, Retromigration has traversed the plains of human expressionism and conjured up some pure magic within his music, not least with this latest effort of his…..
“We have Da Poet on remix duties of ‘Half Pure’, and this one compliments what has come before wonderfully. The additional glassy chords do wonders to the soul, with the bass line adding power and purpose to the groove. Its a fitting end to a record that carries the listener along, showcasing all it has to offer from up high but also on the ground too, with feelings reverberating from top to bottom - always shifting, searching and moving, no matter what.”
Limited Edition 12"Vinyl
Record/Vinyl + Digital Album
2022 was a busy year for the producer, overseeing four releases including ‘Kush Calls’, which featured some truly exquisite and memorable cuts that lingered long in the memory.
‘Dead Tech’ sees Retromigration shift over into more clubby territory, but many of the motifs we all know and love him for make some notable appearances as we shift from track to track.
Playful, emotively porous and ever-searching are perhaps some key features of the first two tracks, ‘BO’ and ‘Lapras’, which represent Retromigration doing a house in such a refined and considered manner. Powerful swaying rhythm sections interweave themselves with melodic excellence, including an inspired flute line that rides high within the EP’s opener. The intro then flows into a groove like no other, with the flute featuring prominently once again, with particular emphasis placed upon the breakdown, which dips the listener in such a glorious mood. The vocals that move in and around the groove are inspired, providing an additional level of narrative in which to dive deep within.
The title track anchors the album in the mid-section, and it takes the mood down to a softly speaking space. Effortless in its approach, the tune takes all the time it needs to saunter along, with a groove to ride upon and a collection of melodic layers that are so easy on the ear and the heart too.
‘Half Pure’ arrives next, and this one kicks the tempo up a few notches to the energies that persisted in the opening cuts. The vocals make more of a visible presence here, with the repeating vocal working very well indeed with the solid chordal arrangement. The melodies are once again handled with care and attention, their floating feel merging superbly with the rhythm as the listener is allowed to rise higher and higher.
To wrap up proceedings, we have Da Poet on remix duties of ‘Half Pure’, and this one complements what has come before wonderfully. The additional glassy chords do wonders to the soul, with the bass line adding power and purpose to the groove. It's a fitting end to a record that carries the listener along, showcasing all it has to offer from up high but also on the ground, with feelings reverberating from top to bottom - always shifting, searching and moving, no matter what.
If you ever find yourself needing something rhythmically pulsating in your life, then this record is for you, as Jesse Bru continues to impress with his ever evolving yet indefinitely precise take on House. A cut for all times of the day or set, this is House music to delve deep within, an invitation to get to know all the beats and clicks, swimming between the layers as if to soak up every last morsal of goodness. Summer might be over, but Jesse Bru and Last Year At Marienbad have the cure for those cold chills. So go on, treat yourself, its well worth the ride….