Soul Potential's debut release as SLPT001 is Will Druid's 'Flair' and this 4-track EP certainly does have a flair for the dancefloor.
It's a hectic time in Leeds these days, the footie club is back in the Premier Division, it's got a new record label based in the city and the first release is out by local legend Will Druid, founder of queer-centric club night Drip and Alto Radio host.
The A-side, 'Vicinity' and 'Flair' are billed as modern house with heavy basslines - tick, sparkling synths - tick and diva vocals - tick albeit a bit low in the mix.
I must admit I prefer the B-side tracks, 'Weewoo' and 'Amanita' that are definitely full of percussion, goove and fun; what was once trademark 'skippy speed garage, pumping house'.
Druid (aka Will Addison) was born in Middlebrough but has made a name for himself in Leeds (much like my distant connection with both cities who works at Nation of Shopkeepers, LS2 3AG) and if you are nearby, there's a launch party with Will, Ana Daya and James Frances at Holding Patterns and it's free!
BUY LINK: 12" Flair EP - elasticStage
Artist: Will Druid
Title: Flair EP
Release date: 3rd September, 2025
Label: Soul Potential
Cat. No: SLPT001
Format: Vinyl 12" / Digital / Bandcamp
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