Contributing Writer
Out on Batida de Todos os Santos comes “Areia”, a deeply immersive Afro House release that bridges Brazilian musical heritage with contemporary club sensibilities. Driven by warm, organic percussion and a hypnotic low-end pulse, the track unfolds patiently, evoking the tactile feeling of sand, movement, and ritual. Subtle melodic textures and fluid rhythmic shifts give “Areia” a natural, breathing quality—rooted in tradition yet shaped for modern dance floors.
Produced by J. Kordel, Riff, sone. & Falquiat, the track gains an additional emotional dimension through Elana Dara’s evocative vocal performance, which flows effortlessly between intimacy and transcendence. Her presence adds a human, soulful layer that elevates the groove beyond function, turning it into a shared, almost ceremonial experience. The result is a piece that feels equally at home in late-night club settings, open-air festivals, and deep listening sessions.
The release is further enhanced by a Dolby Atmos version available on Apple Music, offering a spatial listening experience that amplifies the track’s depth, percussion, and atmospheric detail standing as a refined statement of Afro House with Brazilian roots—grounded, elegant, and quietly powerful.
‘Areia‘ is out 01/16!