GIGI FM — Ventus In Anima LP 2x12"

Gigi FM – VENTUS IN ANIMA LP arrives on SEA~RÈNE as catalogue SRN005, a double-12-inch vinyl set that deepens the label’s exploration of dub techno. The release, dated 29 January 2027, unfolds as a meditative journey through inherited stories, belief systems and the quiet core beneath them. GiGi FM expands her sonic palette with dub-infused electronics, layered vocal textures and field recordings, positioning the record as both a listening experience and a source of material for the dancefloor. Within SEA~RÈNE’s recent output, VENTUS IN ANIMA follows a line of GiGi FM’s previous outings: KIWI SYNTHESIS DIARY VOL.2 (SRN001, 2023), MOVIMIENTO (SRN002, 2025), VIRGO SPACE ACID (SRN003, 2025) and SHELTER OUR TIME (SRN004, 2026). The progression from the earlier, more synth-driven releases to the current dub-laden ambience illustrates a clear evolution of the artist’s approach to texture and rhythm, while maintaining the label’s commitment to forward-thinking dub techno. Side A opens with “Origo”, an ambient dub meditation that asks what remains beneath inherited narratives before any conscious choice is made. Its spacious dub textures set a contemplative tone that segues into “La Verita”, a track that interrogates the possibility of truth outside learned belief systems, layering heavyweight dub reggae rhythms with an introspective mood. “Do You Know” follows, driven by broken rhythms, 90s-inspired synths and gliding vocal lines that confront the discomfort of silence and the ease with which complicity masquerades as neutrality. Side B begins with “On My Way”, where growling dub basslines and driving rhythms signal a shift from contemplation to decisive movement. “Ascenda” draws on the myth of Astraea, celebrating the courage to rise above chaos without losing self-identity, its uplifting atmosphere offering a contrast to the preceding track’s propulsion. The C-side continues the narrative: “Cerca Waves” drifts through travel, time and memory, using spacious dub textures to suggest movement as a mode of understanding, while “Cerca Napoli” returns to familial roots, weaving warm dub chords, intimate vocals and field recordings into a portrait of place and heritage. Side D closes the album with “Life’s Special Dream”, a meditation on fleeting moments where layered vocals and field recordings intertwine memory, family and home, reminding listeners of the persistence of cherished instants. The title track “Ventus in Anima” settles into acceptance, offering a quiet return to a deeper, instinctive core, and serving as the final invitation to keep listening to the stories we carry. In the context of GiGi FM’s catalogue, VENTUS IN ANIMA marks a deepening of the dub techno aesthetic first hinted at on SHELTER OUR TIME (SRN004). The record’s emphasis on vocal storytelling and field recordings adds a personal dimension that distinguishes it from earlier, more abstract releases, while still resonating with SEA~RÈNE’s broader sonic identity. For DJs, the record supplies a range of moods: the meditative opening of “Origo” works as a warm-up or late-night set piece; “On My Way” and “Ascenda” provide kinetic energy for peak moments; “Cerca Napoli” and “Life’s Special Dream” offer emotive, atmospheric closures. The double-12-inch format allows for flexible cueing and extended mixes, making the set a valuable addition for those who blend dub techno with narrative-driven sets. The physical package is presented as a 2×12-inch vinyl release, reflecting the label’s dedication to high-quality analog presentation. The pressing follows the standard format without additional qualifiers, aligning with SEA~RÈNE’s consistent approach to vinyl releases. Gigi FM – VENTUS IN ANIMA LP, SEA~RÈNE, catalogue SRN005, 2×12-inch Vinyl, eight tracks, dub techno, released 29 January 2027. Tracklist: A1. Gigi FM – Origo A2. Gigi FM – La Verita A3. Gigi FM – Do You Know B1. Gigi FM – On My Way B2. Gigi FM – Ascenda C1. Gigi FM – Cerca Waves C2. Gigi FM – Cerca Napoli D1. Gigi FM – Life's Special Dream D2. Gigi FM – Ventus in Anima