Gab Rhome – Drifting EP (Anjunadeep)


Following memorable appearances on the likes of Last Night on Earth and All Day I Dream, Gab Rhome debuts on Anjunadeep with a fantastic three track EP.

The title track boasts layers of tuned percussion, a spiky guitar-led bassline, lovely vocal pads, not to mention Gab Rhomeโ€™s understated vocals, while his characteristically elegant string sounds add further emotional punch exactly when itโ€™s needed.

โ€˜Iโ€™ve Changed My Scent For Youโ€™ quickly introduces a simple but catchy hook which acts as a focus for the rest of the track, complemented by somber strings, a warm bassline, and evocative vocals samples, while the gorgeous string-laden breakdowns also throw in some acoustic guitar to great effect. The overall feel is reminiscent of โ€˜Farewell at the Gates of Dawnโ€™, Gab Rhomeโ€™s collaboration with Maher Daniel on All Day I Dream a couple of years ago, which is no bad thing at all โ€“ like that earlier record, this is dreamy, melancholy, orchestral house music at its best.

The real gem on this package, though, is tucked away at the end. โ€˜Warm Daysโ€™ gets off to a low-key start, but soon after the gentle percussion arrives, we get our first taste of the distinctive lullaby vocal refrain that provides the trackโ€™s centrepiece. Gab Rhome wisely keeps the other elements of the track very understated, letting the vocal weave its spell as it emerges more fully midway through, and the result is a unique, deeply lovely piece of music from start to finish.

This is a terrific release from Gab Rhome and Anjunadeep, with โ€˜Iโ€™ve Changed My Scent For Youโ€™ and โ€˜Warm Daysโ€™ both providing highlights.


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