PREMIERE : Nate08 - What WAS IT ... (feat. Jamal Bucanon)

Mumbai-based musician, DJ and producer NATE08 returns with his sophomore album ‘Twenty Seven’ - a luminous fusion of R&B, deep house, and funk-leaning grooves, pressed to a single 140g LP in black vinyl. Three years on from his acclaimed debut Furaha, NATE08 expands his sonic palette with a radiant collection of tracks that balance soul-soaked vocals, late-night basslines, and warm, sun-drenched production. NATE08, aka Nathan Thomas, has become a central figure in Mumbai’s thriving underground, working as a session bass player, live performer, and genre-spanning DJ, while making an international impact through releases on label Needwant. ‘Twenty Seven’ captures his full range: Organic, synthetic, smooth yet floor-ready, always driven by heartfelt groove. From the dreamy opener ‘You’re The Reason’ featuring Mary Ann Alexander’s velvety tones, to the nostalgic glow of lead single ‘Where Are You Tonight’ (feat. Dishaan & Mallika), the album unfolds like a love letter to house music’s emotional core. Highlights include the syrupy R&B/house hybrid ‘Afterlife’ (feat. Dappest) and the golden-hour deep house shimmer of ‘Call Me Back’ (feat. Sahirah). 'Waiting' (feat. Benni Ola) slows the pace and smoulders with whispered lyrics over languid stretched-out bass lines, and closing track ‘Stay’ wraps it all up with soft-focus chords and a bumpy, irresistible groove.‘Twenty Seven’ is a sophisticated and inviting journey across mood, tempo, and texture, showcasing NATE08’s gift for weaving melody, rhythm, and soul into music that speaks equally to the dance floor and to the heart.