SOL (New LP)

Label: Olindo

"Paris-based Raúl Monsalve y Los Forajidos invite listeners into the dawn of a new day with 'SOL', their transformative sophomore album. Powerful Venezuelan rhythms and traditional songs interweave seamlessly with spiritual and futuristic jazz, psychedelic funk, experimental electronics and Afrobeat drumming, to create an exhilarating and boundary-defying journey. 'SOL' bridges the deep roots of African and indigenous Venezuelan traditions with a forward-looking embrace of modern influences. Drawing inspiration from the funky futurism of George Clinton to Herbie Hancock’s Mwandishi period, and from Jeff Parker to Nyege Nyege Tapes, SOL resonates as both culturally anchored and utterly modern. Featuring an array of impeccable artists from across the music scene; UK artist and producer Emanative, Congolese guitarist and former member of Fela Kuti’s Egypt 80, Kiala Nzavotunga, and with production by Heliocentrics’ Malcolm Catto, frequent collaborator with Madlib and Quantic and Yann Jankielewicz musical director of Tony Allen's band..."