Lloyd Barwood - Chain of Thoughts [LNOE184]

Out now: https://orcd.co/lnoe184 Lloyd Barwood has quickly emerged as one of progressive house’s brightest new talents, with support from icons like Sasha, Henry Saiz, and Eelke Kleijn. The London-based DJ & producer has landed on the likes of AXEPT Records, Controlled Substance and Stripped Digital whilst earning himself bookings across the UK and internationally, from supporting globally renowned DJs to headlining shows. His latest EP kicks off with 'Chain of Thoughts', marrying a shady low-end throb with angelic vocalisations and celestial melodies. The result is a vast sound world with you in the middle, gazing into the distance but consumed by the groove. The superb 'Hey Hey' is another adventurous offering with a great sense of scale. The drums and bass are locked together tightly and bounce beneath swirling pads and vamping chords as tribal grunts and chants bring a human energy to the serene melodies. The compelling closer 'Dance' is full of ever-rising tension, with synths fired from a laser, cavernous drums, and edgy stabs that build irresistible and immersive energy.