Flight mode is the A-side single debut of Mr Sanka set for release on Beat Club/PMR Records (Disclosure/Jessie Ware). By far one of the zestiest-sounds to be written about a flight to London. Then again, choose your destination, it has the drive to take you anywhere in the world. Combined with a brilliant video to tease your luscious senses, you’ll have a signature cocktail on your summer menu (How much gin should I put in?). The musical miles are so tasty and addictive, it’s an instant yes on our August playlist! Mr Sanka though is not a French guy, it’s a collective. Dutch singer and visual artist Nick van Hofwegen, together with London-based producers Mustafa and James, found each other by chance when they were all working in Los Angeles.
We love the sight of spinning vinyl and the video frames have charmed the music world to instantly love this project. There are traces of the 60s-70s pop era and some French House that give style. Nick is also front-man of Young & Sick, perhaps one more reason things are sliding in a smooth way for the group. Mr Sanka, is our pilot for the last summer month, a band named after a character in Cool Runnings, has won our breezy heart for adventure!
