Various

A part of Gilles Peterson’s expanded network, Future Bubblers is backed by Arts Council England, which continues to focus on uncovering unsigned talent and growing the audience for innovative, experimental music. The professional recordings, manufacturing and physical release of “Future Bubblers 8.0” is made possible with additional support from PRS Foundation, as Talent Development Partners. Unlike other music initiatives, this compilation acts as a launchpad for emerging artists, utilizing a cooperative model that shares revenue directly with the artist, helping them generate a sustainable income.

Across six tracks, "Future Bubblers 8.0" eclectically fuses the worlds of R&B, soul, funk, rap, and electronic music in their many forms. The lead single, "Damn," comes from Leicester-based psychedelic Space-Soul band Shadeemus, released 15th October. Bristol-based vocalist and producer t l k creates ethereal soundscapes on their track "Legs", while O.K Asanda, who made Manchester his home, has crafted a unique Alt R&B and soul sound. Songstress JOIISOL blends R&B, Neo-Soul, and Electronic-Jazz with vintage samples.