Music Spot: Jazzy Tea – The Glitch Coast Blues

The producer, who cites influences ranging from 90s boom bap to classic jazz and funk, has delivered something that sounds like it crawled out of a time capsule from the late 90's big beat scene, while still feeling refreshingly of the moment. Think Bentley Rhythm Ace or The Wiseguys at their most unhinged, and you’re in the right ballpark. What’s most intriguing, though, is the possibility that Jazzy Tea has stumbled upon this sound organically, perhaps never hearing those seminal artists but channeling the same zestful, dance-floor-ready energy through shared influences.

At the heart of the track is an irresistible, sun-soaked organ sample – its giddy warmth providing a foundation for the sonic mischief that follows. The track gleefully revels in its
own sample collage; snippets of funk, doo-wop, and electro swirl together with chopped vocal cuts and scratches that act like sonic exclamation points. It’s a soundscape built to
party, brimming with an infectious energy that demands a grin.

Yet, the fun doesn’t end with the samples. Jazzy Tea deploys bubbling synth lines and an almost hyperactive arsenal of effects to ensure that ‘The Glitch Coast Blues’ always evolving.
It is perpetually moving, morphing, and shifting gears, as though the song itself is too excited to sit still. The juxtaposition of occasionally incongruous samples works wonders.

here – it’s a stylistic risk that pays off in spades, giving the track an unpredictability that’s both thrilling and disarming.

On the production front, ‘The Glitch Coast Blues’ shines with a polished, muscular mix that lends weight to the hyperactive creativity on display. Jazzy Tea’s meticulous approach to sample layering stands out; the intricate collage of sounds never feels cluttered, each element deftly finding its space in the mix. The bass is beefy, the highs sparkle, and the overall sonic sheen provides a sturdy foundation for the playful chaos that unfolds. It’s a testament to Jazzy Tea’s dedication to his craft over the past few years that this complex mix manages to feel effortlessly light and fresh while remaining anchored by a deep, danceable groove.

If you’d like to hear more from Jazzy Tea you can check out his Spotify, YouTube, Bandcamp
or Soundcloud. You can also follow him on Instagram.