Miguel Leiva is Casomado, a prolific Chilean-Canadian producer and DJ based in Montreal. His latest single, “Journal Entry,” is a tribute to his father and a crate of cassettes. These tapes were filled with Toronto radio broadcasts of the ‘70s and early ‘80s, featuring unique funk and disco sounds morphing into more electronic styles as the years passed. Providing a soundtrack to his family’s cookouts, parties, and daily routines, these tapes were a huge influence on Casomado. On “Journal Entry,” Casomado speaks on this memory and its influence under a melodic deep house cut. The tune is sparse and dubby, with a rolling bass line, splashes of chords, and a crisp shaker-led rhythm. There’s also a Dub Mix, featuring an expanded drum track, lush pads, and an emotive arpeggiation. Both versions of “Journal Entry” are expressive and deep, perfect for intimate after-hours sessions.
Rise Ashen (Balanced Records) – “Feeling this one. Nice track.”
Shahrokh Dini (Compost Black Label) – “This track moves my ass. Nice groove.”
Edground (Brazilian Soul Crew) – “Very nice deep sounds.”
Mike Solus (Housemasters Radio) – “Super record. Loads of great stuff in it, plus the vocal.”
Michael Fossati (Spirit of House Web Zine) – “Sexy and truly enthralling.”
Tony H (Late Night Munchies) – “I’m lovin’ the bassline.”
Ken Liu (Headset Hi-Fi) – “Looking forward to playing this in the dark.”
Louis Hughes (6th Sense Music) – “Really liking the groovy and low slung feel to this.”
DJ Lady D (D’lectable Music) – “Love the concept and the ultra chill vibe. I can get into this.”
Steve ‘Griffo’ Griffiths (Freak Da Funk radio show) – “Lovely laid back deepness.”
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