PICASSO — Abstract Grooves Vol. 4 2x12"

Picasso – Abstract Grooves Vol. 4 opens the Tackle Audio release AGV004, an exclusive vinyl offering that dives into a punk-fueled cosmos of colourful dancefloor oddities. The record, billed as a sound collage of jazz, dub and electronica, situates itself squarely in the minimal house arena while promising a playful, genre-bending journey. Within Tackle Audio’s catalogue, Abstract Grooves Vol. 4 follows the earlier Abstract Grooves Vol. 3 (AGV003) by the collaborative project Casting Spells, which pairs Picasso with Tommy2000. Though the exact release date of Vol. 3 remains unknown, the continuation of the series signals a sustained exploration of Picasso’s collage-style approach under the same label imprint. Side A begins with “Peace Of Mind”, a title that suggests a relaxed yet focused groove, setting a calm foundation for the record’s deeper cuts. It is followed by “Dubbin 4 Jesus”, which extends the mood with a dub-inflected texture that bridges the opening serenity and the more kinetic sections to come. Side B introduces “Friday In Paris”, a track that evokes a late-night urban vibe, while “Live From Planet Zorg” pushes the narrative outward, hinting at an extraterrestrial party atmosphere. The side concludes with “Chortle Of Joy”, a brief, upbeat interlude that adds a whimsical contrast before the record moves to its third side. On the third side, “For Dance” delivers a direct invitation to the floor, its title promising a rhythm that is both accessible and suitably minimal for seamless mixing. “Twinkle Twinkle Little Boy” follows, offering a lighter, perhaps more melodic counterpoint that maintains the record’s overall cohesion while providing a moment of lyrical playfulness. Side D closes the journey with “Riddle Me This?”—a puzzling, rhythmically curious piece that invites DJs to experiment with phrasing. “Cosmo Flip” continues the space-themed narrative, delivering a turn in the groove that feels both unexpected and danceable. The final cut, “Sands Of Wonder”, rounds off the EP with a contemplative atmosphere, leaving the listener with a lingering sense of wonder after the set’s conclusion. Abstract Grooves Vol. 4 occupies a distinctive niche in Picasso’s output, extending the artist’s reputation for constructing eclectic, collage-like compositions that fuse disparate influences. Within Tackle Audio’s series, the record reinforces the label’s commitment to pushing minimal house beyond conventional boundaries, aligning with the label’s broader aesthetic of experimental, vinyl-only releases. For DJs, the record offers a palette of tracks that can be threaded together for a narrative set, from the meditative opening of “Peace Of Mind” to the rhythmic intrigue of “Riddle Me This?” and the closing ambience of “Sands Of Wonder”. Collectors will appreciate the exclusive vinyl format, which preserves the tactile and sonic qualities essential to the series’ identity. The release is pressed as an exclusive vinyl 12-inch, presented without additional embellishments beyond the format itself, allowing the music’s collage of jazz, dub and electronica to speak through the medium. Picasso – Abstract Grooves Vol. 4, Tackle Audio, catalogue AGV004, exclusive vinyl, eight tracks across four sides. Tracklist: A1. Picasso – Peace Of Mind A2. Picasso – Dubbin 4 Jesus B1. Picasso – Friday In Paris B2. Picasso – Live From Planet Zorg B3. Picasso – Chortle Of Joy C1. Picasso – For Dance C2. Picasso – Twinkle Twinkle Little Boy D1. Picasso – Riddle Me This? D2. Picasso – Cosmo Flip D3. Picasso – Sands Of Wonder