Byron the Aquarius returns with another masterclass in soulful, jazz-tinged house music. The US producer’s signature touch on the keys and knack for crafting rich, emotive grooves is on full display with this latest release on Italy’s Frequencies Rhythm Life. Things kick off with the loose-limbed rhythm of House Is Black, setting a warm, hypnotic tone. Is She Here slides into deeper territory, weaving late-night moods with jazzy inflections and rolling claps. On Atlanta (dub), he pares things back for a more minimal yet potent feel, while KEMET hits harder with intricate percussion and airy melodies dancing through the mix. Wrapping it all up, Bamboo Bong takes us into a psychedelic swirl—closing out a release that’s both refined and adventurous.

1a. House Is Black
2a. Is She Here
3a. Atlanta (dub)
1b. KEMET
2b. Bamboo Bong (reprise)