Please Hold, the latest EP from UK-born, Guadalajara-based producer Hermanito, is a kaleidoscope of sound that captures the warmth and vitality of his new surroundings. Written across two worlds – crafted in the damp, grey coasts of England and completed in the vibrant, sun-soaked streets of Mexico – the five tracks weave together a tapestry of Latin-infused grooves, punchy beats and emotive strings that emanate both longing and anticipation.
This release is Hermanito at his most expansive, a love letter to the genres and influences that have shaped his career. Each track is a testament to his masterful ear for sampling and sonic storytelling. From the trip-hop haze of «Please Hold» to the jagged, bass-heavy grooves of «Experience» and the wistful strings of «Homecoming,» the EP radiates sunlight and depth while «Bedroomwallshadows» closes the journey with a meditative dreamscape that feels both introspective and alive.
Please Hold cements Hermanito’s place as a masterful genre-blender, creating music that resonates as much on this side of the equator and of the Atlantic as the other.
‘Please Hold’, the opening track of Hermanito’s new EP, is a blissful invitation into a dreamlike soundscape. With an effervescent trip-hop bounce, it evokes the warmth of a summer afternoon siesta, waking up refreshed and surrounded by gentle waves. Soothing yet invigorating, the track seamlessly sets the tone for the EP, guiding listeners into calm contentment and leaving them in a daze they don’t want to wake up from.
‘Experience’ is a raw, forceful plunge into glitchy electronic textures and bass-heavy broken beats. Opening with drunken, fragmented vocal samples and relaxed percussion, the track gradually unfurls into a full-bodied groove that commands attention. As the rhythm escalates, «Experience» immerses listeners in a percussive, arpeggiated dreamscape that lingers long after the final note. The outro evokes a haunting, otherworldly ambiance that wouldn’t feel out of place on Kendrick’s latest album, solidifying the track as a standout moment in the EP’s trajectory.
‘Homecoming’ is a wistful journey through memory and longing, carried by evocative strings that drift like a warm breeze over dusty roads. Its bittersweet tone captures a yearning for better days while grounding listeners in the beauty of the present. With a beat reminiscent of hooves on a meandering path, the track evokes timeless motion, inviting reflection filled with both melancholy and gratitude.
‘Bedroom Wall Shadows’ envelopes listeners in a dreamy haze of ambient textures and intricate rhythms. Ethereal synths drift like shadows across a wall, gradually layering with nuanced percussion to blend electronic and organic sounds. Balancing introspection with motion, the track offers a meditative yet evolving experience, showcasing Hermanito’s talent for crafting immersive and deeply resonant soundscapes.
With over 8 million streams across DSPs since 2019 and support from the likes of BBC Radio 1 (Decompression Sessions) and 6Music (Focus Beats) Hermanito has already established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the electronica genre. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of musical influences, including jazz, hip hop, and Latin American rhythms, Hermanito’s sound has been compared to that of similar artists such as Nightmares on Wax, Bonobo, Quantic, Air, Emancipator and Aim.
https://adhoc-records.bandcamp.com/album/hermanito-please-hold
