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Alexander IV – Alchemist [Sonar Kollektiv]
Alexander IV is the alter ego of Dutch producer/multi-instrumentalist Joris Feiertag. You may be familiar with his club flavoured recordings under the name Feiertag. This debut finds him on a different path. Titled “Alchemist”, the thirteen track LP is filled with genre bending compositions fusing soul, electronica and afrobeat rhythms. The opening track “Touch of Gold” has a funky jazz sample punctuated by propulsive drum kick beats. “Now, Pause…” is an atmospheric soundscape of rhythms highlighted by Ursula Rucker’s poetic vocals. “Long Way from Home” is fuelled by afrobeat rhythms and the vocals of label mate Pete Josef. Feiertag demonstrates fluency in a myriad of styles. An engaging debut that merits repeated listens.
Feiertag – Roots [Sonar Kollektiv]
Joris Feiertag, aka Feiertag is a dutch based drummer/producer from the Netherlands. “Roots”, his third release on Sonar Kollektiv is a fresh concoction of tasty uptempo electronic grooves laced with live instrumentation. There’s a number of talented vocalists on board lifting the compositions to greater heights. “Keep Your Head Up” percolates with warm percussive rhythms aligned with the falsetto vocals of Noah Slee. UK Poet Nego True appears on two tracks, the laid back “Love Hills” and the infectious banger “Feel Me”. “Law Of Attraction” has a slow burning lovers rock kind of vibe that features Oshun. Fellow labelmate Pete Josef adds his golden voice to the joyful “Give A Little”. Although the lineup is impressive it’s Feiertag’s array of creative compositions that ignite this disc. This is a joyful listen throughout that’s worthy of your attention.