Cedar creates a sound that is fundamentally fluid, sitting at the intersection of high-speed rhythmic complexity and slow-motion melodic beauty. It is the sound of the 'intelligent' drum and bass movement at its most refined, where the frantic energy of jungle is smoothed out into something elegant and expansive. The music feels like it's suspended in water, with warm analog synths and jazzy chords providing a soft cushion for crisp, intricate percussion.
What truly distinguishes Cedar is the organic, soul-jazz DNA woven into the electronic framework. Drawing from a background in live instrumentation, producer Jon Schorah avoids the coldness of many of his contemporaries. Instead, he uses sampled Latin breaks and funk-inflected basslines to create a sense of human movement within the digital landscape. It is sophisticated without being pretentious, maintaining a steady, hypnotic groove that feels both nostalgic and futuristic.
For those looking to dive in, the 'Go Beyond EP' or the classic 'Equinox' tracks are essential. They perfectly capture the Good Looking Records aesthetic: music that is equally suited for a high-end sound system or a quiet moment of solitude. It is the perfect gateway for jazz fans curious about electronic music, or for club-goers looking for a more cerebral, downtempo experience.
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Shares drum and bass, downtempo, ambient techno (subgenres); analog warmth, reverb heavy, sample based (production style)
Shares drum and bass, downtempo, ambient techno (subgenres); analog warmth, reverb heavy, sample based (production style)
Shares downtempo, drum and bass, ambient techno (subgenres); analog warmth, reverb heavy, sample based (production style)
Shares drum and bass, downtempo, ambient techno (subgenres); analog warmth, reverb heavy, sample based (production style)
Shares drum and bass, downtempo, ambient techno (subgenres); analog warmth, reverb heavy, sample based (production style)
Shares drum and bass, ambient techno, downtempo (subgenres); analog warmth, reverb heavy, sample based (production style)
Shares drum and bass, downtempo, ambient techno (subgenres); analog warmth, reverb heavy, sample based (production style)
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