arctween: ping pong / super soaker ep
Francisco Espregueira
Porto-based multi-instrumentalist and producer Arctween is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated debut album via Madluv Records, a leftfield beats mixed with contemporary soul and jazz spin off from Jorge Caiado’s Carpet & Snares. As a precursor to the full-length project, Arctween has unveiled a two-track 7-inch single containing two mesmerizing tracks: Ping Pong / Super Soaker. Arctween, real name Tito Romão, is also part of the Gaztween duo together with Miguel Tenreiro (a.k.a Gazpa) that released the surprising I at the end of 2021, and prepare to present a sequel soon.
Ping Pong / Super Soaker EP, which features Manu Idhra in the percussion of one of the tracks, offers a glimpse into his approach, blending a myriad of influences and infinite tricks to express them in new projects. On these two tracks, he takes on balearic textures with percussive synth blips and smooth string arrangements - as per usual in his discography, sublime instrumentation. While we wait for December 11th, the date Ping Pong drops, this a very tasty snack to enjoy. Available on 7’’, courtesy of Madluv Records.