About

Precious Bloom are a music group formed in 2022 in Jakarta, Indonesia by Aradea Barandana and Adinda Dwimadasari. Aradea Barandana is better known as a global record digger and an exploratory dance music producer. He has recorded under the name of Dea or as the group “Zatua”.

Adinda Dwimadasari, on the other hand, is a singer-songwriter from Jakarta who dreams of recreating the glory days of 80s Indonesian city pop music which adapted western popular music compositions to Latin jazz influences as well as the repetitive hypnotic beats of Indonesian traditional music. Her expertise in writing unique vocal melodies, cultivating harmonies and prepossessing lyrics has earned her a nomination for the Indonesian AMI awards for the best dance music category through the song “Bersinar Bersama” made in collaboration with the infamous Indonesian musical duo Diskoria and produced by Aradea Barandana.

Via their latest drop, the duo continue to carve out a unique space in the global music scene, earning them critical acclaim and a growing fanbase thanks to their cutting-edge production techniques and idiosyncratic vocals. "Flashlight", the A-side track, draws inspiration from Euro disco while infusing a touch of Indonesian city pop. The track is steeped in a lush, nostalgic vibe that pays homage to the glitz and glamour of disco, enriched by the melodic sensibilities of city pop, a genre known for its smooth, jazzy undertones and catchy hooks. Providing a steady groove that drives the track forward is a bassline reminiscent of 80s disco. Layered over this foundation are shimmering synths and pattering percussions that add depth and texture. The track's infectious vaporwave vocal bits, sung with an effortless charm, capture the essence of city pop that feels both retro and contemporary.

On the B-side, "Mojo" ventures into more experimental territory, exploring a “rhyme of witchery”. This track delves into darker, more mystical soundscapes, characterised by hypnotic beats and eerie, enchanting melodies. Haunting chant-like vocals set the stage for the rhythmic interplay of fun, percussive sounds and synthesised tones.

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Label: Rush Hour Store Jams
Format: Vinyl, 12"
Country: Netherlands
Released: 2024
Genre: Electronic, Funk / Soul
Style: Balearic, Nu-Disco

File under: Disco / Boogie / Funk
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