Hard on the heels of the release of their Botanicals EP last month, Afterhere spans projects that date all the way back to 2014 in some instances. Each track is like a photograph pinned on a corkboard, together serving as a collection of snapshots into the duo’s progression as artists. Some of these projects are complete, some are incomplete, some are collaborations that haven’t seen the light of the day… all are distinctly L*o*J, replete with their heavy percussion swing, tribal instrumentation, and grimy basslines.

If you’re wondering what prompted the pair to release these tracks now, they break it down saying, “The decision to release this collection of tracks was driven by a culmination of factors. But mostly we felt a sense of weight to share our musical development with our audience. Some of these projects date back until 2014 while incomplete, carry an important spirit that resonates deeply with our journey as an artist.Giving our close listeners a deeper understanding of our musical evolution. Also there is no reason to let it languish on a hard drive, why not spreading your experiments and imperfections with the world.”

While the project features some tracks that are technically incomplete, the duo expand on the importance each played in their artistic evolution, “To refine one’s skills, a dedicated investment of time in exploring diverse genres and styles is essential. While not every experiment leads to a finished project, they’ve been instrumental in positively molding our music production skills. That’s why these projects hold a special place in our hearts, they’ve been integral to our artistic journey.”

Listening to these tracks I often found myself questioning, “What on Earth was it about this track that didn’t make the cut?” Sure, not every track hits as hard as the rest, but I’ll be damned if my jaw wasn’t agape at some of these (‘Grime’ in particular had me out of my seat). I get the impression that L*o*J are true perfectionists with their art, and to go and show the world what even they themselves might consider to be imperfect demands a lot of respect on our part as listeners. Let’s all give this collection the attention it deserves.

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If you’ve been paying attention then you know who Paper Diamond is. The Colorado raised and California based producer has been consistently putting out some great tunes. With his stellar 2014 coming to a close, the homie Paper Diamond is prepping to start 2015 with a bang. After careful planning and preparation PD announced his Rain Drops Tour featuring what he says is “the most insane touring rig” he has ever had with him on the road. The Rain Drops Tour will hit 32 venues across the US starting with Birmingham, Alabama on January 14th 2015. But don’t get it twisted, this isn’t some regular tour – Paper Diamond is setting out to create an experience for the fans. With new melodies and captivating visuals the Rain Drops Experience will feature tunes from the past, present and lead into new material from his upcoming Rain Drops EP. In anticipation of the upcoming tour Paper Diamond also dropped a preview of an unreleased joint entitled ‘Take Me Away‘ which features a sexy vocal sample, melodic synths and crazy bass. Listen to the track and check out the tour trailer below. We’re excited for 2015 and you should be too, click here for more information about Rain Gang.

LISTEN: Take Me Away

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WATCH: Rain Drops Tour 2015

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