Verraco

One year on from the release of the critically acclaimed Breathe... Godspeed for Bristols Timedance, Verraco aka JP Lopez returns to announce Basic Maneuvers, his debut for XL Recordings.

Sonically, the project reflects this physical and emotional shift from the more introspective beauty of Medellin to the vibrant energy of Colombias capital, Bogotá. Basic Maneuvers reflects movement - between scenes, sounds, and cities - pushing forward Verracos crossculture sound; one that collides South American dembow rhythms with maximalist synths, UK soundsystem bass culture, meticulous IDM sound design, with the intensity and precision of techno.

Across the EP, he expands his range with the main single, a powerful 4x4 clubready edgy banger, a dubbedout stepper Total and sobe sobe, a grimeinfused collaboration with legendary KenyanUgandan rapper affiliated to Nyege Nyege, MC Yallah, that celebrates the deeprooted connection between the underground dancefloors of Africa and South America. Basic Maneuvers is a bold statement of intent from one of electronic musics most vital and exciting producers.

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