Larry Heard remains the "holy father of deep house," and these releases prove his skills are as sharp as ever. The series is a testament to his ability to transcend genres, offering a rich musical tapestry that feels both nostalgic for the 90s era of dance music and entirely timeless. Mr. Fingers - Around the Sun Pt.1 - Boomkat
Following shortly after in 2023, Around The Sun Pt. 2 leans further into "smoking jacket jazz" and noir-toned electro. It maintains Heard's signature butter-smooth sound while exploring curious moods and deeper, more insistent grooves. Mr. Fingers - Around The Sun
: A track that reaches toward cosmic Detroit electro. "Supa Kool" : A sultry example of beatdown electro-jazz. Why It Matters Larry Heard remains the "holy father of deep
Released in May 2022, Around The Sun Pt. 1 is a ten-track masterwork that blends Chicago house with elements of jazz, R&B, and ambient textures. The album is noted for its "pearlescent" production and warm, atmospheric feel, featuring contributions from local Memphis musicians on saxophone, guitar, and piano. Fingers - Around the Sun Pt
Larry Heard, the visionary behind the Mr. Fingers moniker, continues to define the landscape of electronic music with his multi-part series, Around The Sun . Released via his own Alleviated Records , these albums serve as a masterful continuation of the path he set with 2018's Cerebral Hemispheres . A Soulful Journey: Pt. 1
: A dawning, blissful opener that sets the album's lush tone. "Drive" : A tracks with a notable "New Order-esque" strut.