Chaos in the CBD

Chaos in the CBD craft music that feels like a physical space, specifically a dimly lit room with velvet curtains and a high-end sound system. Their sound is defined by a deep, organic warmth that avoids the sterile tropes of modern electronic music, opting instead for a rich tapestry of jazz-influenced instrumentation and soulful sampling. It is music that breathes, characterized by patient builds and a steady, hypnotic pulse.

What sets the brothers apart is their ability to balance the grit of London's Peckham scene with the airy, laid-back nostalgia of their New Zealand roots. You will hear muted trumpets that sound like they are echoing from a distant street corner, coupled with Rhodes piano chords that melt into the mix. Their percussion is intricate but never aggressive, favoring a shuffling, human swing over rigid digital grids.

Start with the 'Constraints of Time Travel' EP to understand their mastery of atmosphere. It serves as the perfect gateway into their world of sophisticated, late-night grooves that work just as well for focused listening as they do for a sophisticated lounge set.