Magic Plant by La Chooma

For fans of: Karl Hector & The Malcouns, The Heliocentrics, J.J. Whitefield, Janko Nilovic

La Chooma make their debut on Batov Records with "Magic Plant," a mesmerising track that blends organic global grooves with electronic sounds and dub influences. With their hypnotising minimal sound, La Chooma invite listeners to immerse themselves in a psychedelic musical landscape. The release includes a club-friendly yet faithful remix from BAT OVEN.

La Chooma have slowly established a loyal following on their local circuit. Their innovative fusion of diverse musical influences has garnered attention and praise, with live performances noted for their organic energy and authenticity. As they’ve grown from a trio to a six-member ensemble, La Chooma have continuously pushed creative boundaries, drawing from a variety of geo-musical influences - from North and West Africa to Colombia and Cuba - alongside dub, to create a sound destined to resonate with audiences worldwide.

"Magic Plant" encapsulates La Chooma's signature sound, weaving hypnotic grooves and woozy synths, as if concocted by Jimi Tenor in the Colombian Amazon after a heavy dose of ancient plant-based medicine. The listener is led along a dreamlike journey, where dubby, organic, rhythmic vibrations create an immersive experience. The seamless blend of instrumentation, organic percussion to cosmic synthesisers — creates a lush, dynamic soundscape that invites repeated listening,

The remix of "Magic Plant" by BAT OVEN, the alias of experienced DJ and producer Jeremy Gotlib, elevates the original to new heights. Known for his boundary-pushing approach to electronic music, drawing on a wide variety of musical influences, from techno to ambient and industrial, BAT OVEN infuses the remix with atmospheric elements and pulsating rhythms, crafting a sound that is both haunting and dancefloor-primed. His ability to retain the organic and trippy feel of the original song, whilst stirring in enough techno-leaning elements to draw and keep listeners on the dancefloor, makes this remix a standout, offering listeners a fresh perspective on La Chooma's creation.

With "Magic Plant" and its remix soon available on all platforms, fans new and old can look forward to more exciting releases from La Chooma as they prepare to unveil their upcoming album on Batov Records. This project promises to delve even deeper into their unique fusion of sounds, solidifying La Chooma's place as a vital voice in global funk and worldwide grooves.

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