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Laima released the conceptual double vinyl debut album 'Home' on November 8th, 2019, via DEEWEE & The Vinyl Factory. It features beats from Iggor Cavalera and production from the Dewaele brothers.

Two key elements make 'Home' such a distinctive project. Thematically, it explores how the two core contrasts that inform Laima's life can coexist. On one hand, it's about domesticity—her love for her family and her frustration with domestic routine. On the other hand, it's about her creativity—her desire to express herself artistically while still tending to her role as a mother and a housewife.

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"It's almost like a family photo album in another format," says Laima. "I needed to find the balance in this dichotomy, feel good about myself in both roles and be aware of things that mattered to me. To be a woman, a mom and a female producer: all of these feelings were in the music."

Sonically, 'Home' is also a striking proposition. It's a package that features two records designed to be played simultaneously: Laima's vocal and synth tracks on the 'TONAL' disc alongside Iggor's beats on the 'RHYTHMICAL' record. Syncing two records offers an unconventional way to experience the music. Rather than passively hearing the music, the listener's need to ritualistically sync both records makes for an immersive experience.

Photos clockwise from top left by Babycakes Romero, Justinas Vilutis, Justinas Vilutis, Babycakes Romero; Album cover by Justinas Vilutis.

"Home" was performed live often, starting with intimate performances in friends' and collaborators' homes. Laima then presented "Home" at the Richard Saltoun Gallery and the Purcell Sessions at "Southbank Centre".

Reflecting the origins and concerns of her recordings, this performance is the fruit of close collaboration with Laima’s family and friends. As well as the beats created by her husband, Laima draws in creative connections of all kinds, including costume by Valerie Hellebaut, headdress by Liria Pristine and musical props designed in collaboration with Brazilian artist Stephan Doitschinoff, Laima’s childhood friend.

Photo by Pete Woodhead

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Buy the conceptual double vinyl debut album ‘Home’ from the Vinyl Factory website.