"That's The Spirit" | Sleepy Pearls X Fuzz

We are pleased to present our 18th installation of the Fuzz Artist Series; a recurring, collaborative project highlighting exceptional coffees and unique creatives.

For this iteration we are proud to present the debut vinyl release “That’s The Spirit”, by San Diego’s Sleepy Pearls. This collection of 7 numbers features a handful of singles released to date in addition to the vinyl exclusive, “Angel”.  Led by Violette Larsen and Brendan Michie, the group channels a soulful combination of California beach music and western folk from the fifties and sixties. Recorded to two inch tape by producer Jordan Andersen, fantastic production and engineering throughout properly showcase the power of the duo’s writing and Larsen’s strong vocal performances. Simple but and tasteful grooves from the rhythm section lay foundation throughout for articulate guitar melodies, lush synths and glossy vocals to float atop. ‘Dreamwaver’ and title track ‘That’s the Spirit’ close out the record in a dreamlike bed of strings, omni-chords, and beautifully heartfelt lyric and melody. The sequencing of the record listens like a carefully constructed full length record meant to be listened to in the vinyl format start to finish. Dig deep, close your eyes, and really listen to this one; we promise you’ll be rewarded.

For the coffee we've sourced a notably sweet and jammy natural Ethiopia from the Senna Katta Mountain farm located in the Boter forest preserve, Lima Rossa, Jimma. In the cup we’re tasting peach, strawberry jam and subtle notes of cinnamon that shine through pleasantly in the aromatics. This coffee is just right for the season shining beautifully as a pour over or refreshingly sweet iced coffee.

Enjoy.