Walkin' from Pause by District Five

«We’re just vibing here, with no pressure»: this phrase by the band District Five from Zurich describes their new track «Walkin’» accurately. A poignant bass line, driving beat and spherical vocals, guitar and synth parts blend into a relaxed groover, that withdraws from all stylistic blinders and advocates freedom. Or differently put: A mix of Bill Laswell’s Dub Chamber, TV On The Radio influences and meditational music mantra, produced by four Swiss musicians entirely on their own. The piece came to be as a one-take-jam during band practice. Vibe level 11 out of 10.

District Five has been meeting in the rehearsal room for over ten years, reflecting themselves, their friendship, their influences and experiences in their music. The result is a work that keeps on moving. Sometimes closer to jazz, sometimes pop, sometimes further away from it, but always close to itself. Hyper-energetic freefall music injected directly into your brain through your ear canals.

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