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Clay is the brilliant new collaboration between electronic pioneer Matthew Herbert and drummer-vocalist Momoko Gill. Tracks move gracefully between dancefloor euphoria and more reflective moods, blending soul, R&B, jazz, and house amongst other experimental styles.

Herbert brings his signature magic of turning everyday objects into music. Kotos and synths blend with basketball bounces and numerous found sounds, woven together with the elegance of classics like his Around The House record. Gill, whose creativity has flourished in South London’s vibrant scene alongside artists like Tirzah and Coby Sey, matches Herbert’s inventiveness with polyrhythmic drumming and vocals that shift from subdued to soaring melodies.

The results are restrained yet intricate, grounded in themes of connection and exploration. The title Clay feels fitting for such a textured record - shaped by two artists in creative harmony, forming new approaches to songwriting and performance.