“Universal Flow” – Juan Laya & Jorge Montiel featuring Andre Espeut
featuring a Tommy Glasses Remix
Opening up their 2025 account, London’s highly respected latin fusion and nu disco label, Imagenes Recordings reconnect with singer, Andre Espeut, on their new release, “Universal Flow”, produced by the in-house musical team, Juan Laya & Jorge Montiel. Fired up for the dance floor with French Touch producer, Tommy Glasses remix, it’s already starting to create a buzz across a myriad of dance floors and airwaves.
“Universal Flow” emerges as a notable fusion of Neo Funk and Electronica — a resounding testament to the collaborative brilliance of producer trio Jorge Montiel, Juan Laya, and soulful vocalist Andre Espeut. This latest single is nothing short of an exhilarating auditory journey, skillfully weaving together intricate synth experimentation with rich, emotive vocals.
Conjuring jazz funk fusion grooves meshed with electronic funk and Andre’s distinctive soulful voice, its shape-shifting lends itself to different genres, with the Tommy Glasses Remix injecting fresh energy for the clubs. Glasses effectively transforms the Original with violin and piano flourishes and tougher beats, showcasing the versatility of the song whilst reimagining it for a different audience.
From the very first notes, “Universal Flow” transports listeners on the Original to a sublime neo funk universe of easy rhythms, soulful vocals and lush electronica via its synthesisers and vocoder fx. Its evocative atmosphere and inviting warm grooves are irresistible and rounded off with an Instrumental.Resonating on multiple levels with its melodic hooks and underlying themes of self-discovery and connection, this duality is a hallmark of great music, and “Universal Flow” delivers it with finesse. Whether you’re looking to unwind at home or hit the dance floor, this vibrant track is a must-listen, inviting all to join in the rhythmic journey of soulful exploration.
Juan Laya and Jorge Montiel are two of the leading forces in London’s vibrant latin fusion scene since 2007, having clocked up another impressive year with releases on their Imagenes Recordings such as “When The Sun Goes Down”, “Single Day” and their re-work of featurng “Sweet Dreams” as well as championing producers such as Tommy Glasses and Opolopo.
Drawing inspiration from 70’s New York City’s revolutionary latin, disco and funk musical melting pit, the production dynamos produce under their own names as well as aliases such as Funky Magnetic and the inter-sonic live band, Los Charly’s Orchestra, behind the “Rediscovering The Big Apple” and “Los Charly’s Orchestra: Remixed” albums.
With the label winning accolades for its diverse releases including heavy hitters such as the Atjazz Remix of “Amazonas”, Juan and Jorge weave their Venezuelan roots with disco, funk, soul and latin on excellent albums such as the “Electropical” series. Cementing their reputation as they celebrate 11 years of Imagenes Recordings and their 158th release, A list supporters include Worldwide FM and BBC 6 Music’s Gilles Peterson, Radio 1’s Pete Tong, Louie Vega, Lakuti and BBC 6 Music’s Craig Charles as well as Jazz FM. Their latin-infused dance floor grooces can be found on best-sellling compilations including 2024 and 2020’s ‘Cafe Del Mar’ editions, Defected Records, Expansions and Universal with esteemed producers such as Dave Lee, John Morales, Dimitri from Paris, Jose Padilla (RIP) and Opolopo delivering wonderful remixes.
Imagenes impressive music catelogue features collabs and projects with acclaimed artists such as UK soul icon, Omar, jazz songstress, Heidi Vogel and Andre Espeut, and under aliases such as Boogie Magic and Boogie Man they built their reputation with contemporary classics such as “All Around The World’, “Everlasting Love” and “Sunshine”.
Jorge Montiel is one of London’s most in-demand latin-fusion DJs with a new vinyl-only residency at the Alligator Room at Louie LDN in Covent Garden appearing Saturday February 8th and 22nd alongside sets at favourite West London spot, Viajante 87 in Notting Hill and a Lounge residency at Langan’s in Mayfair, on Wednesday January 22nd and Friday February 7th.
Jorge has appeared across Soho, Kings Cross, Shoreditch and Hackney with residencies at the Latin Lounge at Annabels, Barrio, El Pastor and is currently on tour in the Far East.
“Universal Love” is the new release from Juan Laya & Jorge Montiel featuring Andre Espeut and out on Imagenes Recordings on Friday 14th February.
Credits:
Vocals: Andre Espeut
Vocoder/Talk Box: Xantone Blacq
Bass: Matheus Nova
Guitar: Raphael Delfino
Synth & Keys: Martin Denev
Drums & Percussion: Juan Laya
Additional remix by Tommy Glasses.
Produced by Jorge Montiel & Juan Laya
Nu Funk, Nu Disco, Neo Soul, Andre Espeut, Tommy glasses
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