Pharma – Tombos [HNYBSS Premiere]


Fresh from dropping Saraphim‘s magnificent ‘Pharoah’s Flute‘ EP last week, Locus Sound sticks around for a good cause, curating a short but powerful EP with all proceeds going to Penny Brohn, a local Bristol based charity held dear to label founder, Archie. Four familiar names return to Locus Sound, contributing a track each ‘4 Penny Brohn UK‘ and they certainly haven’t held back as today’s premiere, ‘Tombos‘ by Pharma, will prove.

Dessert comes first on this one as Lord Jabu finally lifts his ‘Cake’ out of the oven. A track that’s been salivated over for some time, his usual musicality and sharp fruity flavours are there for all to devour. However, be it through the songful vocal trails or the deep kick triggered tones, this particular Jabu treat feels unusually sobering and melancholic, though still as refreshing as ever. Ourman follows with ‘Slapline‘, another infectious expression of energy from the French producer. An exciting package of lucid melodies, chunky kicks and easy going flows to nod your head to.
On somewhat of a different tip, Ome returns to the label and finds some serious groove on the percussion focused, filthy bassline switches of ‘Teliman‘, peppered with delicate pads and funk harnessing ‘Teliman‘ vocal cuts. A proper neck swinging, dancefloor heater. Honey & Bass favourite, Pharma, rounds off the EP with today’s premiere, ‘Tombos‘. Another dose of the Austrian’s compellingly dark, shape shifting sound, driven by marching kicks and an assortment of distinctive synth lines for a spine-tingling conclusion.

Despite the fact that this isn’t a numbered release in the Locus Sound catalogue, it doesn’t mean it’s one to be overlooked. In truth, it could quite easily sit amongst the best of Locus Sound! All four artists have generously donated high level material that should be taken seriously and most importantly, enjoyed for the benefit of a great cause.

More info on Penny Brohn UK: www.pennybrohn.org.uk/

4 Penny Brohn UK‘ is out 05/02/2021 and available to download from the Locus Sound Bandcamp.

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