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One year on from the release of the critically acclaimed 'Breathe... Godspeed' for Bristol's Timedance, Verraco - aka JP López - returns to announce 'Basic Maneuvers', his debut for XL Recordings.

Sonically, the project reflects this physical and emotional shift from the more introspective beauty of Medellín to the vibrant energy of Colombia's capital, Bogotá. 'Basic Maneuvers' reflects movement — between scenes, sounds, and cities — pushing forward Verraco's cross-culture sound; one that collides South American dembow rhythms with maximalist synths, UK soundsystem bass culture, meticulous IDM sound design, with the intensity and precision of techno.

Across the EP, he expands his range with the main single, a powerful 4x4 club-ready edgy banger, a dubbed-out stepper 'Total' and 'Sobe Sobe', a grime-infused collaboration with legendary Kenyan-Ugandan rapper affiliated to Nyege Nyege, MC Yallah, that celebrates the deep-rooted connection between the underground dancefloors of Africa and South America. 'Basic Maneuvers' is a bold statement of intent from one of electronic music's most vital and exciting producers.

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: Along with fellow XL signing Blawan, Verraco is one of the current stars of the bass-techno scene; consistently pushing the envelop in terms of synthesis and dynamics. A distinctly Bogotán flavoured EP, signalling his move from Medellín and all the more tougher and rampant for it. Check!

TRACK LISTING

Basic Maneuvers
Total
Sobe Sobe (feat. MC Yallah)