Welcome back to On Our Radar, a music feature where the team at Reform select their hottest tracks of the week. This week we slow things down and explore the sounds of some local beat-makers and songwriters, with a special focus on Trap, Electronic Funk and epic Break remixes.
GIO FT JAYAHADADREAM
Co-produced by one of Reform’s very own, Sharkin’ featuring Jayahadadream is a wonderfully catchy tune. The atmospheric piano chords had us hooked from the get-go. And, you can never go wrong with a simple Trap beat. What a bop!
LIPPHEAD
This one’s a feel-good tune to prepare you for the bank holiday weekend ahead (we hope you all have some fun things planned). Featuring a blissful beat with what sounds like plenty of milk bottle tinkling, mesmerising strings and silky vocals riffs. If you don’t know Lipphead already, it’s time to check them out.
YENDRY
A new one from songwriter Yendry here. It’s impossible to not get up and dance to this Latin inspired electronic fusion. The rhythm is utterly infectious and would be perfect for bringing the vibes to any summer bash.
W4V£$
Manchester-based songwriter and producer steps up with another excellent tune. We love the vocal layering on this one, it’s getting us in our feels and we are here for it. Written at the end of 2021 to welcome the New Year, Comfort In The Sirens alludes to the artist’s experience of 2021.
VAN WILKINS
To round things up, here’s a legendary remix of a Jamiroquai classic, re-invented with a blend of Breaks and beautiful instrumental swing. We can’t wait to hear more from the Brighton based DJ and producer Van Wilkins!