House Rhythms by Cinthie

Brighton's boutique house label Black Key Records kicks off 2017 with a fantastic EP from label newcomer Cinthie.

Cinthie is a well-established force in Berlin: as well as being a resident at key spots [IPSE] and Humboldthain Club - where she spins heady vinyl-only sets - she runs three much-loved labels and collectives in Beste Modus, Unison Wax, and Beste Freunde. As such, she is a true leader of the underground house scene who also runs a studio complex in Berlin, and so is very much at the heart of the house conversation.

Kicking things off is the excellent "House Rhythms", a rugged, bass-driven deep house cut with flabby drums and snares, and icy hi-hats, all sounding informed by classic deep house greats like Ron Trent. Warm, soul-infused pads emanate from the core, and the whole unhurried affair really sucks you in with its cozy and romantic atmosphere.

The second splendid offering is "Liberty", a much rawer, more direct cut designed for peak-time sets. Again, it is riddled with jazzy chords that have real soul, but the drums are exposed and banging, and the whole thing barrels along at a sweat-inducing pace.

Cinthie - House Rhythms
Release Date 20th February 2017
Label Black Key Records

Tracklist
1. Cinthie - House Rhythms
2. Cinthie - Liberty