Lay-Far Dance Orchestra - Skybreak

Lay-Far Dance Orchestra - Skybreak | House, Funk, Jazz & Broken Beat Vinyl | In-Beat-Ween Music | 12 Inch Vinyl LP

Cat No: NBTWN020
Record Label: In-Beat-Ween Music
Genre: Jazz, Jazz Funk, Broken Beat, Future Jazz
Disc Colour: Black
Format: 12 Inch Vinyl LP
Spec: Gatefold Sleeve

Description:

Transform your vinyl collection with Lay-Far Dance Orchestra’s "Skybreak," a groundbreaking 12-inch LP that fuses house, funk, jazz, and broken beat with live instrumentation and cinematic depth. Released on In-Beat-Ween Music, this album showcases Alexander Lay-Far’s unique vision, blending dynamic grooves, emotional weight, and virtuosic musicianship for an unforgettable listening experience.

Supported by renowned DJs including Laurent Garnier, Opolopo, Worldwide FM, Marcia Carr, Bill Brewster, Craig Smith, Marcel Dettmann, Shuya Okino, Mark de Clive-Lowe, and more, Lay-Far redefines live-band house music with the Lay-Far Dance Orchestra (LFDO). Featuring collaborations with Lipelis, Antoha MC, and Seven Davis Jr., "Skybreak" bridges electronic and live instrumentation, creating a soulful, energetic, and cinematic journey across its tracks.

The album opens with "Take Flight (Part 1)", blending Library Music sensuality with high-octane jazz-funk, flutes, and Rhodes solos. "Aquarius Love" featuring Seven Davis Jr. fuses cinematic soul and jazz with live drum & bass energy. "Head In The Clouds" offers a dreamy, playful space-disco-funk experience, while "Where You From" delivers soulful house infused with Afro-Latin rhythms, wah-wah guitars, and catchy piano riffs alongside heartfelt vocals. Tracks like "The Harp of Boom" and "Feel The Moment" (feat. Antoha MC) showcase dynamic jazz-funk, Brit-Funk influences, and modern broken beat innovation. The album concludes with the lush, immersive triptych "Soul Constant" and the dub-infused bonus "Where You From (Lipelis Vision)".

Essential for DJs, house music collectors, and fans of live jazz-funk hybrids, Skybreak is a testament to modern musicianship, timeless grooves, and forward-thinking composition. This gatefold LP combines exquisite production, analogue warmth, and dynamic arrangements to create a truly collectible release.

Key Features:

Artist: Lay-Far Dance Orchestra
Album Title: Skybreak
Label: In-Beat-Ween Music
Catalogue Number: NBTWN020
Genre: Jazz, Jazz Funk, Broken Beat, Acid Jazz
Vinyl Colour: Black
Format: 12 Inch Vinyl LP
Spec: Gatefold Sleeve

Tracklist:

A1 - Take Flight (Part 1)
A2 - Aquarius Love Feat. Seven Davis Jr
A3 - Head In The Clouds
A4 - Where You From
A5 - The Harp of Boom
B1 - Feel The Moment Feat. Antoha MC
B2 - Take Flight (Part 2)
B3 - Soul Constant
B4 - Where You From (Lipelis Vision)

Why add this record to your collection?

Lay-Far Dance Orchestra’s "Skybreak" is a masterful blend of live jazz-funk instrumentation, soulful house, and broken beat grooves. Its rich textures, cinematic arrangements, and energetic performances make it perfect for DJs, collectors, and house music enthusiasts. This gatefold LP captures the essence of forward-thinking dance music while paying homage to classic jazz-funk and fusion, making it an essential addition to any vinyl library.

Get your copy today and experience the vibrant, soulful, and dynamic energy of Lay-Far Dance Orchestra’s groundbreaking release!