New music from NEEB

For over two decades, NEEB has been a pioneering presence of creativity, exploring the crossroads of electronica, jazz, dub and techno styles. This UK-based collective, originally a trio, earned reputation for blending Mark Hand’s Rhodes piano and synth work, Mark Lloyd’s rhythmic drumlines and Tony Waite’s bass and production talents.

Their ability to cut across varying styles has earned them a global audience, with tens of thousands of downloads attesting to their appeal and impact. After a four-year hiatus, NEEB re-emerged, creatively recharged and sporting an exciting new addition to their lineup. Vocalist Jasmine Weatherill, initially brought on as a guest artist, has become an integral member, injecting a fresh perspective into the band’s sound.

Her soulful voice now steers their work toward a more emotionally charged dimension without losing the experimental edge that fans have come to love. This exciting new chapter in the NEED story has been fully crystallised this year in NEEB’s recent releases, including “Brighter Day” and “Take To The Sky” with both tracks showcasing the band’s ability to innovate, fusing Jasmine’s alluring vocal work with their layered instrumentation and unique arrangements.

Now their new single “Cave of Hands” builds on this exciting direction, offering a more relaxed tempo and groove that highlights Jasmine’s exquisite vocals. This track, released via Shy Bairn Records, sees the band leaning into a more traditional songwriting structure while still capturing the forward-thinking approach that’s found them success of the years.

Having already received support from Amazing Radio, “Cave of Hands” delivers a soulful, jazz-tinged slice of mesmeric dream pop full of blissful melodies and mellow energy. Brought in by the delicate shimmer of airy synth tones as the sound of water droplets add atmosphere, the track takes shape with the rustle of shuffling drums and warm acoustic guitar tones as Jasmine’s graceful and subtly lively vocal leads drift above.

Floating above the laid back arrangement, her voice shines in a balletic dance while the spacey vibes of processed vocal dashes add to the soft psych-inflected aesthetic of the track. With a smooth groove from the pulsing bass lines and intricate patter of drums, “Cave of Hands” sees NEEB continue to impress with this hypnotic and instantly memorable outing.

Listen to Cave of Hands below

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