French-based producer Saint Paul brings two tracks full of New York house nostalgia filtered through a modern, club-ready lens.
Saint Paul’s relationship with house music has always been rooted in feeling rather than fashion. Now based in Lyon, but born in Abidjan to an Ivorian father and French mother, his sound reflects a wide musical upbringing where African rhythms, jazz, hip hop and funk sit comfortably alongside classic US house influences.
That grounding is clear on Samedis Soir, a two-track release on GLBDOM that leans confidently into 1990s house aesthetics without sounding like a pastiche. This is music shaped by groove and emotion first, with the dancefloor always in mind.
The title track Samedis Soir opens with a warm, rubbery bassline that immediately locks into place. Bright, playful synth lines and subtle melodic details recall early New York house, while the Jovonn-style synth sax motifs add character without tipping into novelty. Vocal snippets are used with restraint, acting as texture rather than focal point, allowing the groove to breathe and evolve naturally.
There’s a looseness to the track that feels intentional. It rolls rather than peaks, echoing an era when house records were designed to carry dancers through long moments rather than chase instant impact.
That 90s Feelin’ pushes deeper into garage territory. Dreamy organ stabs, rich melodic layers and a soft, enveloping swing give the track a late-night warmth that feels both intimate and club-ready. It’s easy to imagine this one working just as well at home as it would in the right room at the right time, something Saint Paul has always balanced in his productions.
That balance has been central to his journey. Since his teenage years, he has built a style focused on groove and emotion, producing music that moves crowds while still leaving space for introspection. In 2015, alongside Folamour, Kaffe Crème and Ethyène, he co-founded Moonrise Hill Material, a label born as much from shared values as shared influences. That sense of community and musical honesty still runs through his work today.
Samedis Soir succeeds because it feels sincere. It doesn’t chase trends or attempt to modernise its references unnecessarily. Instead, it channels the spirit of 90s house in a way that feels informed, respectful and genuinely lived-in.
This is nostalgia handled with care, groove and purpose. A release that understands its roots while staying fully functional for contemporary dancefloors. Pre order the release here.
