Ike - Clay EP (2026) [Hi-Res]

Italian producer IKE (Isaac de Martin) releases the Clay EP on Wah Wah 45s, a project stemming from his 2025 LP On Higher Dreams. The title track’s thematic core is inspired by ancient Egyptian "Ushabti" figures, serving as a tribute to human dignity and equality in the afterlife. The EP features five distinct reinterpretations of the original song, ranging from jazz-infused vocal versions featuring Faye Houston to experimental recordings from Cairo. These sessions incorporate diverse influences such as dub, pseudo-drum & bass, and traditional Middle Eastern elements like the nay flute. This release marks the beginning of a prolific 2026 campaign for IKE, with further EPs and a new studio album scheduled for release.

Tracklist:
1-1 Ike;IKE;Faye Houston - Clay (Trio Version) [4:07]
1-2 Ike;IKE - Clay (Chilling At Bahareya Oasis) [4:17]
1-3 Ike;IKE - Clay (Live at Heliopolis University, Cairo) [3:54]
1-4 Ike;IKE - Clay (Cairo Sandy Roads) [3:01]
1-5 Ike;IKE - Clay [3:32]
1-6 Ike;IKE - Clay (Trio Instrumental) [4:07]