A wide-ranging mix from a wandering nomad.
Yak 40’s early exposure to electronic icons such as Aphex Twin, The Orb, and Four Tet laid the foundation for his eclectic approach to production. His music blends genres seamlessly, balancing meditative ambiences with propulsive rhythms that reflect his deep emotional connection to each place he’s traveled.
Yak 40 first made waves with his 2022 EP Made in Nepal, recorded during a three-month stay in the Himalayas. Now, with his debut album Travelogue, Yak 40 takes his sonic storytelling to new heights.
We premiered one of the tracks from the album last month, and now he’s back with an exclusive mix for us which includes album tracks alongside a carefully curated selection.
From the serene Himalayan villages of Nepal to the bustling streets of Bangkok, Travelogue immerses listeners in a richly textured soundscape of organic beats, ambient echoes, and dancefloor-ready techno.
“Travelogue is dedicated to all the nomads and free spirits in this world. It’s a reflection of the places that have shaped me—each track a postcard from my travels, an emotional snapshot of the diverse landscapes and cultures I’ve encountered.” Yak 40
Listen to the mix below, and grab the album when it lands 08 November.
Tracklist:
- Cola Ren – Baraka
- Alicon – Dancing Collectif
- Cousin & Priori -1
- Kin Teal – Capsule
- Yak 40 – Glassworks
- Four Tet – Daydream Repeat
- Anish Kumar – Everything Blooms Around Her
- Disclosure – Arachnids
- Joy Orbison – Flight FM
- Sammy Virji – Bogeyman
- Smith & Mighty – B-line Fi-Blow
- Overmono – Everything U Need
- Yak 40 – Anatta
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