The British underground music scene can’t stop talking about Bontempi Love Organ, the alter ego of Electronica artist Mike Brooks. His YouTube live set, “BLO OUT,” recorded at Bradford’s legendary 1 in 12 Club, is getting a lot of buzz online.
What Brooks has created here isn’t just a mix; it’s an hour-long continuous ride that blurs the lines between Downtempo, Trip-Hop, Electro, and Funk in ways that come together perfectly. Hit play and enjoy!
Pop Culture Meets Electronica
The first thing that grabbed me was his fearless approach to sampling. One minute you’re vibing to hypnotic beats, and the next you’re hearing snippets from Battlestar Galactica or The Muppets.
Indeed, Brooks has this uncanny ability to weave Pop culture references into his live sets without being cheesy. Of course, these aren’t just random drops, they’re thoughtfully placed moments that either make you smile or make you think.
Speaking of thinking, there’s a depth to “BLO OUT” that separates it from an average live set. It also incorporates samples promoting unity and peace throughout the mix.
That being said, he brings a refreshing touch to the British underground music scene. And evidently, he has more to say than just “hands in the air.”
Technical Brilliance in Improvisation
The technical side of the performance is equally impressive. His improvisational skills shine, especially in how he manipulates effects on the fly.
Besides, he transforms high-voltage melodies into something completely unrecognizable with just a few twists of whatever magical knobs he’s working with. Therefore, this live set displays the best of his experimental side as a musician.
Likewise, the transitions flow so seamlessly that you hardly notice when he shifts from one rhythm to another.
What’s Next for Bontempi Love Organ
The British underground music scene has been crying out for creative minds who can bridge the gap between dance floor functionality and genuine artistic expression, and Mike Brooks answers that call with style.
His growing fanbase is a testament to this, and it has been confirmed that he’s working on releasing original tunes in the coming months.
If you’re intrigued (and you should be), mark your calendars for June 13th, when Brooks will debut a new live set at his first festival appearance. Based on what I’ve heard from “BLO OUT,” it promises to be something special.
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