Introducing the avant-garde synergy of YAMUNA, a collaborative venture birthed in 2022 by the creative minds of Leo Asal and halfpastseven (aka Joshua Lutz). This dynamic duo embarks on a sonic exploration with their latest album, Focus & Distraction, released under the reputable Wicked Wax label. YAMUNA's musical ethos seamlessly merges an avant-garde sensibility with the rhythmic backbone of hip-hop and electronic dance music, akin to a harmonious blend of a sampler and a drum machine, all while preserving a distinctly human touch.

Focus & Distraction beckons the listener into a multifaceted realm where genres entwine effortlessly. Rooted in hip hop, the album ventures into the realms of jazz, drum and bass, lo-fi, and improvisation. The sonic trip it contains encourages a reevaluation of personal perception, inviting audiences to navigate the intricate intersections between humanity and machinery. The result is a captivating fusion of electronic intricacies interwoven with freely improvised passages, crafting an atmospheric experience that is both challenging and enthralling. Available on vinyl, these are some top-shelf grooves to not sleep on.

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