FLAMINGO PIER — Woven Together LP

Flamingo Pier – Woven Together LP arrives on Flamingo Pier Records as HRDROP090, a 12-inch vinyl that expands the trio’s reputation for melodic deep house and electronica. The New Zealand-born, London-shaped collective of Luke Walker, Dominic Jones and Brad Craig deliver a second album that consolidates the warm, rhythmic precision first hinted at on their 2015 Kitsuné debut and refined through the acclaimed 2019 Soundway EP and 2021 debut album with jazz icon Nathan Haines. The record, due 23 October 2026, is positioned as a global statement written, produced and released entirely on their own terms. Although Flamingo Pier Records has no other releases listed, the album follows the duo’s recent outing on Razor-N-Tape Reserve, the Beneath The Neon EP (RNTR062, 2023), showing a continued partnership with independent imprints that value forward-thinking dance music. The new LP therefore sits comfortably within a pattern of collaborations that have also included Nigerian disco legend Steve Monite on prior Razor-N-Tape and Soundway projects. Side A opens with “Cool Nights”, the lead single described by the label as a modern, playful take on 80s Italo Disco. Its bright, driving groove is built for both peak-time dancefloor impact and the relaxed vibe of a coastal night drive, setting a tone of melodic warmth and rhythmic confidence for the rest of the record. The follow-up “No Excuses” maintains the momentum with a steady pulse that leans into deep house textures, offering a subtle shift in mood while preserving the album’s cohesive flow. “Be The Same” introduces a more introspective atmosphere, its title suggesting a reflective stance that bridges the energetic opening with the later, more expansive tracks. “Living It Up” lifts the set with an uplifting feel, its placement reinforcing a sense of celebration that echoes the album’s title. The side closes with “Glowdown”, a track that gently eases the listener toward the B-side, its smooth progression acting as a bridge between the bright A-side and the deeper textures that follow. Side B begins with the title track “Woven Together”, a centerpiece that weaves together the album’s melodic and rhythmic threads into a cohesive whole, delivering a deep house foundation that invites extended mixing. “We’ll Be Alright” continues the forward-looking optimism, its groove suited for late-night sets where resilience and hope are key themes. “Naked Affection” strips back layers to reveal a more intimate vibe, providing DJs with a moment of calm that can be used for transition or as a focal point in a set. “Piano 130” hints at a tempo-driven pulse, its title suggesting a brisk, dance-floor-ready rhythm that can re-energise a crowd. The record concludes with “Golden Age”, a closing statement that looks back with a sense of nostalgia while still sounding contemporary, offering a fitting end to the LP’s narrative arc. Within Flamingo Pier’s brief discography, the LP marks a continuation of their evolution from the early Kitsuné release through the Soundway EP and the collaborative work with Steve Monite. The progression demonstrates a deepening of their signature blend of melodic warmth and precise rhythm, now articulated on a full album rather than an EP or single. In the broader context of contemporary underground electronic music, the record’s synthesis of Italo-disco flair, deep house groove, and global influences aligns with current trends that favour genre-blurring, emotive dance music. For DJs, the record offers a versatile toolkit: “Cool Nights” works as an opening or peak-time anthem, “Glowdown” and “Naked Affection” provide smoother transitions, while “Piano 130” and “Golden Age” can be deployed to re-ignite energy in a set. Collectors will appreciate the cohesive sequencing and the trio’s consistent production quality, as well as the continuity with their earlier Razor-N-Tape output. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of the group’s previous physical statements and catering to the tactile preferences of vinyl-oriented DJs and collectors. Flamingo Pier – Woven Together LP, Flamingo Pier Records, catalogue HRDROP090, 12-inch vinyl, nine tracks. Tracklist: A1. Flamingo Pier – Cool Nights A2. Flamingo Pier – No Excuses A3. Flamingo Pier – Be The Same A4. Flamingo Pier – Living It Up A5. Flamingo Pier – Glowdown B1. Flamingo Pier – Woven Together B2. Flamingo Pier – We'll Be Alright B3. Flamingo Pier – Naked Affection B4. Flamingo Pier – Piano 130 B5. Flamingo Pier – Golden Age