Luke Beats - Cream (2024) [Hi-Res]

Indulge in the smooth vibes of Luke Beats' latest album, 'Cream', dropping now on Little Beat More.
Inspired by the Italian saying 'ci sta una crema' ('as good as cream'), which indicates the utmost satisfaction, this work is the perfect dessert for your musical gluttony, kneaded by the skilful hands of Luke Beats for all hip hop lovers. In a world where the saying 'Cash rules everything around me' (once again: C.R.E.A.M!) still resonates loudly from the days when Method Man and the Wu-Tang rapped it, the love and passion for music can continue to shine.
With nods to sounds that have defined this genre in its origins, especially in the melodic and synthesiser parts, 'Cream' blends tradition and novelty, love for the classic and curiosity for the contemporary, creating a dreamy, mellow atmosphere that takes listeners on a creamy journey.

The 18-track album features the collaboration of drummer Federico Romeo on '404 Fun 4 Days' and guitarist Danny Bronzini on 'JamDilla', while Luke Beats himself played bass parts on 'P.T.H', 'JamDilla', 'Cookin' and 'The D'.

Once again, Matteo Baracco's artwork adorns the EP, with a closed but squashed tube of tempera, which perfectly complements the nostalgic yet fresh sounds within, telling of an approach to production and beatmaking still anchored in the “old school” sound craft principles in which getting one's hands dirty is the prerogative needed to shape a sound that is personal and respectful of its history.

A further tribute to the golden era of hip hop is provided by the format of the release, in an iconic timeless audio cassette to dust off your ghettoblaster!

Tracklist:
1-1. Luke Beats - P.T.H. (02:18)
1-2. Luke Beats - soulfood (02:01)
1-3. Luke Beats - jamdilla (02:01)
1-4. Luke Beats - heritage (02:12)
1-5. Luke Beats - blunt plant (01:57)
1-6. Luke Beats - 404 fun 4 days (01:39)
1-7. Luke Beats - spectre (01:51)
1-8. Luke Beats - '96 was a good year (01:00)
1-9. Luke Beats - flowww (01:23)
1-10. Luke Beats - cooking (01:44)
1-11. Luke Beats - the D (02:23)
1-12. Luke Beats - fuzzy not (02:24)
1-13. Luke Beats - starting, restarting (02:27)
1-14. Luke Beats - beat scenario (01:12)
1-15. Luke Beats - I'm somewhere else (02:26)
1-16. Luke Beats - jazz chorus (01:08)
1-17. Luke Beats - prime (01:00)
1-18. Luke Beats - practice (01:40)