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Unlike many with the influence that Josh Mason-Quinn holds, his outlook and format have remained the same - showcasing music that he loves and providing a platform for artists from all corners of the world. In a world increasingly overrun by AI, Josh says, \"it's far more memorable discovering music from another human than some instant algorithm recommendation that's devoid of context\". As with all the best compilations, \u003cem\u003eRituals\u003c\/em\u003e is a step back to tradition, a direct dialogue between compiler and listener, the simple message being 'this is amazing music, and it deserves to be heard'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoundtracking the progression of Josh's daily listening habits, the compilation draws on different sides of music to support you wherever you are and whatever you're doing. The Rise side opens with '\u003cem\u003eBath of forgiveness in the moonlight\u003c\/em\u003e' by \u003cstrong\u003eNaissam Jalal\u003c\/strong\u003e - a sublime, gentle wake-up call before the bustle of life begins. The tranquility of \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Lake\u003c\/strong\u003e '\u003cem\u003eSkyview\u003c\/em\u003e' follows, a special track written with a brief in mind from Josh. Elsewhere, French- Brazilian artist \u003cstrong\u003eTiago Caetano\u003c\/strong\u003e brings a wash of calm with the dreamy '\u003cem\u003ePrisme Latin\u003c\/em\u003e'. The energy of the day builds across the Radiate side with Mediterranean jazz funk, breezy boogie, UK jazz fusion and Afro-Latin grooves from the likes of \u003cstrong\u003eGianni Brezzo\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eJoao Selva\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eFr1th \u0026amp; Simon Jefferis\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKonkolo Orchestra\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eIreke\u003c\/strong\u003e. As the sun sets the Retreat side takes listeners through that hazy transition. String arranger \u003cstrong\u003eMiguel Atwood-Ferguson\u003c\/strong\u003e works his magic on \u003cstrong\u003eKennebec\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTristan de Liege\u003c\/strong\u003e's exquisite instrumental, as harpist \u003cstrong\u003eRachel Kitchlew\u003c\/strong\u003e's '\u003cem\u003eA Path To You\u003c\/em\u003e' offers a dose of serenity. The twilight grooves grow with tracks like '\u003cem\u003eTide\u003c\/em\u003e', a cinematic soul-jazz cut from \u003cstrong\u003eMikoudi\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eChina Bowls\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eGentle Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e's rich, retro lean-back jam '\u003cem\u003eNew Faces\u003c\/em\u003e'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSignalling the final Release, the closing side is a perfect blend of dancefloor heat. Turkish city pop from \u003cstrong\u003ePeki Momes\u003c\/strong\u003e marinates with \u003cstrong\u003eDaniel Monaco\u003c\/strong\u003e's signature tropical disco and an infectious deep house cut from Australia's \u003cstrong\u003eAlexander Flood\u003c\/strong\u003e. Finally, \u003cstrong\u003eReuben Vaun Smith\u003c\/strong\u003e's (\u003cstrong\u003eSons of Sevilla\u003c\/strong\u003e) new \u003cstrong\u003eLanding Eagles\u003c\/strong\u003e project delivers an anthemic breakbeat street soul ender with '\u003cem\u003eBe On My Side\u003c\/em\u003e'. The contemporary music scene is bursting with creative talent from all directions. Access to new music is easier than ever, but amazing artists still struggle to cut through the noise. Josh has constructed a collection to help counterbalance this, an expression and celebration of underground music in its many forms. 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