Guruku - Mesmerized / What It Takes

Ritual Release

£17.28

Format: 12" Vinyl
Catalogue No.: RR08V
Barcode: 4062548079999
Release Date: 29 Mar 2024
Genre: Electronic/Disco

* LA-based DJ duo Guruku is back with their second release. The title track ‘Mesmerized’ has a throwback feel to the likes of The Gap Band, Prince, and D-Train. With a loose format, Rojai’s vocal builds the dubbed-out drums and heavy synth line that rises to an electrifying release with dirty hypnotic pads smothering a delicious bassline. Italy’s Giovanni Damico lays down a heavy bass textured to perfection with tasty vocoders throughout. Daniel T. (Cosmic Kids/DFA) takes rhythmic cues from B’more's Unruly Records while keeping close to his West Coast roots with a G-funk synth line riding high. What It Takes starts with a melodic, percussive Moog line that breaks into a full production of Rhodes, live bass, and early 80s drums. Rojai delivers a heartfelt love letter letting the one know they can stand the test of time. Rayko vs Wvp mix keeps the boogie alive with a cascading bass line for the dancefloor.

RIYL: Star Creature, Dam Funk, Ray Mang, and The Gap Band.

* Tracklist:
A1. Mesmerized (Giovanni Damico Remix)
A2. Mesmerized
A3. Mesmerized (Daniel T Remix)
B1. What It Takes
B2. What It Takes (Rayko vs WvP)
B3. What It Takes (Bonus Beats)