The Gardens of Babylon Records presents Down In Swing, a refined collaboration between Le'Gram and Daniel Hokum, uniting two distinct artistic visions into a timeless A-side / B-side release. Le'Gram's philosophy of creating beauty through the fusion of sound, culture, and emotion meets Daniel Hokum's signature blend of bluesy downtempo electronics and acid-tinged textures. Together, they craft a release that feels both expressive and deeply rooted in musical storytelling. The title track, Down In Swing, is a mesmerising mid-tempo slow burner, weaving jazz, swing, and soul influences into a rich electronic framework, balancing heritage with playful dancefloor energy. On the flip side, Desire Keeper dives deeper into a hypnotic groove, unfolding as a late-night journey driven by subtle progression, depth, and atmosphere, while still showcasing the duo's musicality and refined touch. With Down In Swing, Le'Gram and Daniel Hokum deliver a sophisticated release that explores beauty, groove, and emotional depth in equal measure.

The Gardens of Babylon Downtempo

The Gardens of Babylon Downtempo

Following the release of The Sound, the collaboration between UK-based producer/live performer NenaHalena and internationally acclaimed DJ/producer Camilo Franco returns with a remix EP that reimagines the original's emotive energy through two distinct sonic lenses. Originally celebrated for its fusion of organic textures, uplifting melodies, and soulful grooves carried by Talia's evocative vocal performance, The Sound now enters a new phase on The Gardens Of Babyloin, inviting fresh interpretations from producers Urmet K and Marco Tegui & Angel de la Llave. Urmet K delivers a dreamy club interpretation, layering soft piano motifs over a lush, rolling groove that gently elevates the track's melodic core into late-night territory. His rework retains the emotional depth of the original while opening it up for more introspective dancefloor moments. In contrast, Marco Tegui & Angel de la Llave take the track into deeper territory, transforming The Sound into a hypnotic trip-hop landscape. Their remix unfolds as a slow-burning journey through textured atmospheres and pulsing low-end, offering a more immersive and cinematic take on the original composition. With these remixes, The Sound evolves beyond its original form to a continued exploration of rhythm, connection, and global dance culture through new creative perspectives.