CONCLAVE — Conclave

Conclave – CONCLAVE is the debut album from the collective led by multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Cesar Toribio, released on Love Injection Records (catalogue LIRRE3) as a 12-inch vinyl. Issued on 14 October 2026, the record situates itself at the crossroads of deep house and electronica, drawing on improvisational structures and a palette that reaches toward house, soul and jazz influences. Within the Love Injection catalogue, CONCLAVE follows John Silas’ “Water Sign” (LIRV12, 2026), offering a contrast to that earlier release while reinforcing the label’s commitment to forward-thinking dance music. The two records together illustrate the label’s range from melodic, groove-oriented productions to more exploratory, composition-driven works. Side A opens with “Intro”, a brief entry point that sets a reflective mood before the title track “Habla” expands the groove, weaving a deeper house feel that segues smoothly into “There’s Enough”. The latter maintains the album’s contemplative atmosphere while preserving rhythmic momentum. “Twice”, a reinterpretation of Little Dragons’ composition, re-contexts the source material within the collective’s improvisational approach, bridging the first half of the side. The side concludes with “All That I Need feat Sharin”, a vocal-focused piece that adds a soulful dimension to the set. Side B begins with “Perdon”, a track that revisits the album’s house roots with a warm, enveloping groove, leading into the brief “Rise (Interlude)” which acts as a transitional pause. The titular “Rise” then unfolds, delivering a more extended exploration of the record’s thematic material. The record closes with “Alati Yeye Chege”, a final statement that ties together the improvisational spirit of the album with its deep-house foundation. CONCLAVE arrives as a substantial addition to the collective’s output, marking a first full-length statement that consolidates the improvisational ethos hinted at in earlier singles. Within Love Injection’s 2026 releases, it provides a counterpoint to the more melodic “Water Sign”, highlighting the label’s breadth. The record’s blend of house-derived rhythms, jazz-inflected harmonies and soulful vocal touches situates it firmly within contemporary underground electronic music, offering a nuanced take on genre conventions. For DJs, the record supplies a versatile toolkit: the opening “Intro” and “Habla” work well as mood-setting inserts, “Twice” offers a recognizable hook for deeper set moments, while “Rise” and “Alati Yeye Chege” provide longer, evolving structures suitable for peak-time or late-night transitions. Collectors will appreciate the cohesive narrative across the eight tracks and the album’s place as a debut statement from a collective that merges live improvisation with electronic production. The release is presented as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format expectations of deep-house aficionados and vinyl-oriented DJs. Its physical presentation aligns with the label’s aesthetic, delivering the music in a format that encourages attentive listening and crate-digging. Conclave – CONCLAVE, Love Injection Records, catalogue LIRRE3, 12-inch vinyl, eight tracks. Tracklist: A1. Conclave – Intro A2. Conclave – Habla A3. Conclave – There's Enough A4. Conclave – Twice A5. Conclave – All That I Need feat Sharin B1. Conclave – Perdon B2. Conclave – Rise (Interlude) B3. Conclave – Rise B4. Conclave – Alati Yeye Chege