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Electric Conversation – The Lost Recordings [Futuristica Music]

By Reg Dancy in Reviews on February 10, 2022.

It’s safe to say that the Parisian group Electric Conversation’s spectacular debut “Communication” was one of the high marks of 2007, Their Jazz infused soulful hip-hop compositions melted into your body like warm butter on toast. The quartet was discovered by Futuristica songstress Deborah Jordan while opening for Silhouette Brown. Their style made them the perfect fit for the emerging Futuristica label. Sadly, after their second album the foursome lost a member with the passing of Oz aka ZigSixteen. Two members of the band, As Valet and La Note have re-emerged with strong solo projects. “The Lost Recordings” captures the spirit of their debut. “Kro/Zig” erupts with warm hypnotic chords along with La Note trading verses with Oz. “J’m” is more of the same along with a deep looping groove. A marvelous record filled with repetitive harmonies, rhythmic patterns, soulful rhymes and vocals. It reminds you why you fell in love with the band in the first place. Many lost recordings need to remain that way. Not this one. An absolute joyful listen.

https://electric-conversation.bandcamp.com/album/the-lost-recordings