After a run of warmly received singles, Note presents the thing with feathers, his forthcoming EP via The North Quarter, the boutique label curated by Lenzman. Preceded by Multitudes, Floating (with MNQ) and Sunday Rains (with Meme Gold), each single showed Note in his strongest form yet, blending contemporary production with heartfelt emotion and translating his jazz influences into forward-thinking Drum & Bass. In its complete form, the thing with feathers takes this concept significantly further. Experienced as a full body of work, the EP reveals a cohesive and immersive journey where genre and tempo fall into the background. Jazz harmony, fluid rhythm and futuristic Drum & Bass aesthetics sit naturally alongside one another, allowing the music to be felt rather than categorised. These tracks now exist in the context they were always meant to be heard in. The project also marks a defining moment in Notes artistic evolution. Supported by the long-held belief of Lenzman and The North Quarter, he moves confidently into his own sonic territory, showcasing a refined production skillset and a sound that feels unmistakably his. What emerges is not a focus on BPMs or labels, but on identity, craft and emotional clarity. Written during a period of profound personal loss, the thing with feathers is Notes most intimate work to date. Created while coming to terms with the passing of his brother, the EP was not conceived as a record about grief, yet the emotional truth of that experience runs through the music. It is balanced by warmth, collaboration and quiet resilience. The project became his most collaborative work to date, shaped slowly and deliberately with close friends and trusted creative partners. That personal nature extends beyond the music itself. The EP artwork, created by Super Super, incorporates a selection of Notes own paintings, further grounding the release in his wider creative world and reinforcing the sense of honesty and reflection that defines the project. The title draws inspiration from Emily Dickinsons Hope is the Thing with Feathers and Max Porters Grief Is the Thing with Feathers, reflecting the duality at the heart of the record. As Note explains: This music is me untangling what it means to move through the world with a heart forever broken, yet still learning how to reconnect with joy in spite of it. With the thing with feathers, Note delivers a deeply personal and forward-thinking release that transcends genre and marks a clear new plateau in his artistic journey. This is my most personal work to date. I wrote this music while coming to terms with the loss of my brother. I didnt set out to make a record about grief, but its almost impossible to write honestly while going through something that immense, so this is what came out.

There's a certain feeling you don't forget. The first time you step into a club properly. Heart racing, senses heightened, not quite sure whether it's nerves or excitement carrying you forward. Light It Up, the forthcoming single from Ellis Esco and Casey Orange, captures that moment with striking clarity. Rooted in the warmth of mid 90s jungle and drum and bass, Light It Up leans into nostalgia without ever feeling derivative. Soft, enveloping pads and subtle, shuffling breaks create a sense of familiarity from the first bar, while pitched vocal textures echo the quiet anticipation of nightfall, that moment when everything begins. It's music that doesn't demand attention but draws you in all the same, wrapping around you like a memory you didn't realise you still carried. At the centre of it all is Ellis Esco's voice. Intimate, reflective, and unmistakably human. His narrative speaks to a shared experience. The first nights out, the tentative steps into something bigger, the unspoken understanding between friends navigating it together. There's a lived in quality to the writing here, a sense that these aren't just observations but memories revisited. That authenticity is no coincidence. Light It Up brings together Ellis Esco and long time friend Casey Orange on a track that feels as personal as it does universal. Their chemistry is evident. Not overworked or overly polished, but natural, as though the track simply arrived when the moment was right. As Casey Orange puts it:'The song came about impromptu, no planning. you could just feel this energy building as we were creating. The track's very special to me, I had a feeling about it straight away, that tingle in the spine you get.' The release also marks a significant milestone for Ellis Esco. As the first single from his forthcoming Finally Found EP on The North Quarter, it represents a full circle moment. A label that has clearly shaped his artistic sensibilities now becomes the home for his debut project, following an invitation from Lenzman, who has also brought Ellis further into the fold as a host at North Quarter events. Lenzman, in turn, sees something rare in Ellis. A genuine new voice within drum and bass. At a time when the MC space has felt in need of renewal, Ellis brings both presence and substance. Equally at home commanding a room as he is crafting deeply personal, intricately written material in the studio. It's a balance that feels increasingly uncommon, and one that positions him as an artist with real longevity. Light It Up is, at its core, a reflection on youth, on music, and on the moments that quietly shape who we become. More than that, it's a reminder of why this scene resonates so deeply. Because for many, these aren't just tracks. They're markers in time.

After a run of warmly received singles, Note presents the thing with feathers, his forthcoming EP via The North Quarter, the boutique label curated by Lenzman. Preceded by Multitudes, Floating (with MNQ) and Sunday Rains (with Meme Gold), each single showed Note in his strongest form yet, blending contemporary production with heartfelt emotion and translating his jazz influences into forward-thinking Drum & Bass. In its complete form, the thing with feathers takes this concept significantly further. Experienced as a full body of work, the EP reveals a cohesive and immersive journey where genre and tempo fall into the background. Jazz harmony, fluid rhythm and futuristic Drum & Bass aesthetics sit naturally alongside one another, allowing the music to be felt rather than categorised. These tracks now exist in the context they were always meant to be heard in. The project also marks a defining moment in Notes artistic evolution. Supported by the long-held belief of Lenzman and The North Quarter, he moves confidently into his own sonic territory, showcasing a refined production skillset and a sound that feels unmistakably his. What emerges is not a focus on BPMs or labels, but on identity, craft and emotional clarity. Written during a period of profound personal loss, the thing with feathers is Notes most intimate work to date. Created while coming to terms with the passing of his brother, the EP was not conceived as a record about grief, yet the emotional truth of that experience runs through the music. It is balanced by warmth, collaboration and quiet resilience. The project became his most collaborative work to date, shaped slowly and deliberately with close friends and trusted creative partners. That personal nature extends beyond the music itself. The EP artwork, created by Super Super, incorporates a selection of Notes own paintings, further grounding the release in his wider creative world and reinforcing the sense of honesty and reflection that defines the project. The title draws inspiration from Emily Dickinsons Hope is the Thing with Feathers and Max Porters Grief Is the Thing with Feathers, reflecting the duality at the heart of the record. As Note explains: This music is me untangling what it means to move through the world with a heart forever broken, yet still learning how to reconnect with joy in spite of it. With the thing with feathers, Note delivers a deeply personal and forward-thinking release that transcends genre and marks a clear new plateau in his artistic journey. This is my most personal work to date. I wrote this music while coming to terms with the loss of my brother. I didnt set out to make a record about grief, but its almost impossible to write honestly while going through something that immense, so this is what came out.

The North Quarter

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