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Tee Mango 'Imperfections Vol 1' (Millionhands BLK)
He’s been releasing music for over 10 years, but since 2009 Tom Mangan’s focus has been on Millionhands, a streetwear label he founded that’s made clothing ranges for the likes of R&S and Permanent Vacation. A recent return to the studio as Tee Mango resulted in a vinyl-only series that caught the attention of tastemakers such as Leon Vynehall. ‘Imperfections’ is packed with raw, no- frills house. ‘It Was U’ is a prime example of what’s on offer: a wonky yet intricate layering of looped female vocals, probing keys and itchy, fizzing hi-hats. Mangan goes deep and lush on ‘Music For Molly’ which, like much of this LP, is inspired by the Chicago greats, from Knuckles to Parrish.
8/10
