Downtempo, slow and melodic, Medusozoa is a compilation of tracks made for today’s climate of uncertainty. Spotlighting previously unreleased songs and fresh new voices, the record takes listeners on a sound journey where anything is possible, giving flight to the imagination.
Following a string of strong releases, Tartelet Records is taking a step back to reflect on a year on hold. Releasing on Friday, March 26th, Medusozoa is a compilation of 13 introspective, downtempo and ambient-leaning tracks that have been carefully selected for their healing qualities. Alongside previously released and unreleased material by Glenn Astro, Henry Wu & Tito Wun, Jitwam, Max Graef & Wayne Snow, Space Ghost, and Uffe, the record also features recent signings the likes of ABUNAI, Armin Tamzarian, and Nelson of the East.
Out on February 24th, the first single “peace sign” by label-newcomer ABUNAI is a heartfelt piece of electronic soul brought to life by the artist’s falsetto vocals and hazy, laidback production. A style and sound synonymous with the Bay Area where he resides – though with a deeper message at its core:
“Peace sign” was inspired by some of the intense wildfires during 2020 and the feeling of sitting inside while the world is on fire,” says ABUNAI. “It’s about our lack of control over what might happen to the people we love, and learning to accept that lack of control.”
ABUNAI is Evan Gitterman, a 28-year-old musician, producer and neuroscientist based in Oakland, California. A multi-instrumentalist from a young age, he started producing and DJing in high school, as well as playing in jazz and funk bands. Evan was one of the founding members of genre-bending band Paper Void.
As ABUNAI, his music revolves around the healing power of sonic texture & rhythm, seeking to combine electronic and acoustic instruments into sounds that feel visceral, organic, and human. ABUNAI will release his debut EP on Tartelet Records in 2021.
The first single ‘peace sign’ will be out February 24th on all digital platforms.
The full compilation drops March 26th
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