Booka Shade - For Real Booka Shade

The twelfth studio album by the legendary electronic duo marks the latest evolution of the unmistakable sound of the two innovators Walter Merziger and Arno Kammermeier. Booka Shade have been leading the electronic scene for over 25 years, their career spanning from groundbreaking club anthems to GRAMMY-nominated productions. With their innovative approach and renowned live performances, Booka Shade continues to shape the melodic house and techno landscape. 

"'For Real' takes us back to Booka Shade's organic and melodic sound, somewhat more in the tradition of the album 'EVE'." - Booka Shade

The 11 tracks on "For Real" transport listeners on a journey of warm, emotional soundscapes that combine complex melodies and rich harmonies with a clear, precise production. Each track embodies a deep sense of musicality, with floating synths and organic textures shaping the project's narrative. The duo's ability to combine pulsating rhythms with melancholic undertones is fully realized, offering a collection that's as introspective as it is dancefloor-ready. 
From the opener "Broken Glass," with its rousing leads, funky bass licks, crisp textures, and captivating vocals, to the hazy, groovy "Electric Birds" and the charismatic and confident "Virtual Face," "For Real" is an immersive sound experience, with Ultra 3D mixes mastered to perfection by Fritz Hilpert, the mastering expert who also worked on Booka Shade's 2020 album "Dear Future Self," which earned a Grammy nomination for Best Immersive Audio Album. 

With "For Real," Booka Shade cement their status as one of the most consistent acts in the electronic music scene, delivering an album that will delight both long-time fans and new listeners.