Former piano prodigy Orsay recently released new single, Amado, on Adriatique’s label, Siamese, a collaboration with Maxi Meraki.
The latest release from the French-born producer, who boasts Moroccan and Lebanese roots, follows on from the successful single Natura, unveiled last year, and showcases the blending of Afro house and warm, melodic beats he has become synonymous with.
With this in mind, for the latest #MyRecordBag, Orsay serves up ten tracks that influenced his signature Afro melodic sound. Over to you, Orsay!
Mark Knight, Funkagenda – Man with The Red Face
“This track inspired my sound with its fusion of soulful saxophone melodies and driving beats, showing me how to blend organic and rhythmic elements.”
Samm, Maxi Meraki – Everybody Get Up
“This one, a real club banger, inspired my music with the bass and groove very distinct of what can be done in the blending of those genres.”
Meloko, Baron – Me Gusta
“A very recent track. I love to listen to old and recent music, taking inspiration from both. Me Gusta has a very distinct groove and energy.”
M-Gee, Mica Paris – BodySwerve
“BodySwerve is a track I always play. I take some inspiration from it with its soulful vocals and funky grooves, showing me how to keep things emotional but still super groovy.”
Carlita – Time
“One of my all time favourites. It influenced my Afro melodic sound with its dreamy vibes and hypnotic rhythms, teaching me how to balance emotion and groove in a unique way.”
Emmanuel Satie, Maga, Rosbeh – Hino
“This track resonated a lot with me due to that piano melody and power. Emmanuel Satie in general always comes with those melodies that are a great inspiration.”
Axel Beca – Guadeloupe
“Guadeloupe by Axel Beca brought a tropical touch to my afro melodic sound, inspiring me with its warm, rhythmic flow and vibrant energy that feels like sunshine in music form. It’s also a very recent track and I knew it had something special when I heard it for the first time.”
Beltran (BR), Mc Jajau – Tira A Roupa (Putaria Mix)
“The tech house style in Tira A Roupa (Putaria Mix) inspired my afro melodic sound with its deep bass and steady beats, showing me how to keep the groove smooth and the energy high.”
Tom Petty – Love is a Long Road
“Love is a Long Road by Tom Petty influenced my sound with its raw guitar riffs and laid-back vibe, showing me how to mix emotion with solid, driving beats. It is one of my favourite all time tracks – such a banger.”
Fahlberg, Jamek Ortega – Tirana Nights
“This one influenced my afro melodic sound with its atmospheric melodies and deep, rhythmic layers, showing me how to create a vibe that feels both immersive and danceable.”
Orsay & Maxi Meraki – Amado is out now on Siamese, and can be downloaded/streamed here.
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