One of the latest entrants for Future Retro London—Tim Reaper’s consistently high-quality label and “jungle testing grounds”—FR023 brings the California drum and bass stylings of Soulox and Soeneido to the world stage. Representing Sacramento and Oakland, respectively, the two producers get lush and “Lavish” with their west coast drum and bass, accented by psychedelic bird calls, pillowy piano reverb, and, of course, viciously sweet slicing breaks. The four-track EP includes original tracks by each artist, a collaboration between the two, and a remix by Toronto producer Comfort Zone. A pleasure in sound, and in the simple fact of seeing these artists showcased in the same spotlight as Dwarde, Coco Bryce, Sully, and many more great jungle producers.
