CCCC (CHIARA CIVELLO & CLAP! CLAP!) — Cccc LP

CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – CCCC LP arrives on Quarter Moon Records as catalog QMR001LPLTD, a 12-inch vinyl that stitches together breaks, hip-hop house, soul house and downbeat house into a ten-track collaborative statement. The record, issued in a striking red vinyl edition, showcases Civello’s multilingual vocal palette—English, Italian/Sicilian dialect and Portuguese—set against Clap! Clap!’s production that drifts through electronic, jazz and art-pop territories. Quarter Moon Records, newly founded by Civello, presents this release alongside a limited black-vinyl variant, underscoring the label’s commitment to tactile, collector-oriented formats. While the catalogue is still in its infancy, the partnership between a seasoned singer-songwriter and an inventive producer offers a clear glimpse of the label’s aesthetic focus on genre-blending, groove-centric music. Side A opens with “Me and the Trees”, a track that immediately places the listener in a reflective space, its title suggesting an organic, perhaps introspective mood that dovetails with the album’s overall blend of house rhythms and broken-beat textures. “A Jurnata” follows, its title evoking a day-to-day narrative that continues the record’s fluid movement between lyrical storytelling and dancefloor sensibility. The third cut, “New Dimension”, expands the palette, hinting at a shift toward more experimental structures while retaining the underlying house pulse. “Clarice My Dear” offers a tender contrast, its affectionate title implying a melodic focus that softens the surrounding groove. Closing side A, “The Way Out Is the Way In”, wraps the first half with a title that suggests a paradoxical resolution, reinforcing the record’s theme of turning expectations inside out. Side B begins with “Do You Need It Too”, a question-laden title that invites a responsive, perhaps call-and-response vibe suitable for late-night sets. “My Grief and I” follows, its introspective wording promising a more personal, downbeat atmosphere that can serve as a bridge between the more kinetic moments of the record. “Kiss You” lightens the mood, its simple, direct title indicating a track designed for smoother, perhaps vocal-driven moments on the dancefloor. “Searching” continues the exploratory thread, its title suggesting a restless groove that can be layered into longer mixes. The record concludes with “Tudo Passa”, a Portuguese phrase meaning “everything passes”, offering a final, reflective closure that ties together the multilingual vocal approach and the album’s overarching sense of movement and release. Within the context of contemporary underground electronic music, CCCC LP stands out for its seamless integration of vocal songwriting with club-ready production. The collaboration bridges the gap between house-derived rhythms and the more intricate broken-beat and jazz-inflected textures that have become hallmarks of forward-thinking producers. By weaving multiple languages into the vocal lines, the record also reflects a growing trend of globalized lyricism in electronic releases, adding layers of cultural resonance that can intrigue both club DJs and discerning listeners. For DJs, the record offers a versatile toolbox: the opening tracks provide melodic hooks suitable for warm-up or early-set moments, while the deeper, more rhythmic cuts on side B can be dropped into peak-time or late-night slots to maintain momentum. The varied tempos and moods across the ten tracks allow for creative mixing, whether a set demands a smooth transition from vocal-driven house to more abstract broken-beat sections or a DJ wishes to highlight the multilingual vocal textures as a focal point. From a collector’s perspective, the red vinyl pressing of CCCC LP is a visual statement that complements the music’s rich tonal palette. The limited nature of the release adds a degree of rarity, making it an appealing addition for those who track the output of emerging independent labels and enjoy the tactile experience of vinyl. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – CCCC LP, Quarter Moon Records, catalog QMR001LPLTD, 12-inch vinyl, ten tracks, genre: breaks, hip-hop house, soul house, downbeat house. Tracklist: A1. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – Me and the Trees A2. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – A Jurnata A3. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – New Dimension A4. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – Clarice My Dear A5. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – The Way Out Is the Way In B1. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – Do You Need It Too B2. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – My Grief and I B3. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – Kiss You B4. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – Searching B5. CCCC (Chiara Civello & Clap! Clap!) – Tudo Passa