Soulful Jungle Interview

Cherry-Kissed Grooves: How a West London Collective Redefined Intimacy in Electronic Soul

In the vibrant landscape of electronic soul, some groups don’t just make music; they distill an entire emotional language. A West London collective has spent over a decade tracing the full spectrum of 70s-coded electronic soul, creating grooves that feel less like rhythm and more like profound connection.

Led by Josh Lloyd-Watson, Tom McFarland, and their newest addition, Lydia Kitto, this group is doing something far deeper than just crafting catchy tunes. They are actively reclassifying intimacy to the point where their meticulously crafted sounds have evolved into an identifiable love language for listeners.

Their work moves beyond mere auditory pleasure. The sound they build—often described as warm, deeply textured, and undeniably sensual—acts as a sonic manifestation of closeness. These are not simply tracks played on a dance floor; they are ambient experiences designed to foster a specific kind of shared feeling.

The distinctive quality of their music lies in its ability to translate complex emotional states into tangible rhythm. The cherry-kissed grooves they produce carry an unmistakable weight, suggesting a tenderness and depth often reserved for the most intimate human relationships.

By blending the nostalgic warmth of the seventies with cutting-edge electronic sensibilities, the group has successfully created a sonic tapestry that speaks directly to universal feelings of connection. It’s a testament to how music can function as a bridge between shared experience and emotional understanding.

This groundbreaking approach has garnered attention, appearing in influential publications like Clash Magazine, which celebrated their journey in the feature titled Heavy On The Soul: Jungle Interviewed.