Raw, rhythm-heavy soul that feels like a secret transmission. Warm analog bass meets choral harmonies for moments of deep reflection and quiet defiance.
Listening to SAULT feels like stumbling upon a private, high-fidelity recording of a revolution happening in a basement. The sound is anchored by a thick, melodic bass presence and drums that sound like they were recorded in a small, wood-paneled room. It is music that manages to be both incredibly intimate and grandly cinematic, shifting from stripped-back funk to sweeping orchestral arrangements without losing its core identity. What makes them truly distinctive is the 'collective' sound: rather than a single star, you hear the power of voices in unison. The production by Inflo favors a vintage, tape-saturated warmth that avoids modern digital sheen, making the music feel timeless. There is a specific tension between the gentle, breathy lead vocals and the urgent, rhythmic chants that address Black identity and spirituality with unflinching honesty. Start with 'UNTITLED (Black Is)' for a powerful introduction to their social mission and rhythmic depth. If you prefer something more groove-oriented and upbeat, 'UNTITLED (Rise)' offers a masterclass in modern disco and funk. For those seeking a more spiritual or experimental experience, '11' showcases their ability to blend gospel influences with alternative rock textures.
Sault are an anonymous British music collective that make a mixture of rhythm and blues, house and disco. Despite critical acclaim, they eschew interaction with the media. They frequently foreground black-centric issues. The band's lineup is officially unknown. Inflo leads the group; the producer won Ivor Novello awards for his work on Little Simz' Grey Area and as co-writer of Michael Kiwanuka's "Black Man in a White World". Singer-songwriter Cleo Sol and rapper Kid Sister have been members of Sault since their debut album 5[/abum] in 2019. Producer BLK VYNL (Kadeem Clarke) worked on both untitled albums released in 2020. Instrumentalist Jack Peñate joined the band with the release of Nine in 2021 and reggae artist Chronixx began providing vocals with the release of 10 in 2022. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.
