Spanglish lyricism, celestial synth, and serene guitar strums – each are key ingredients in the delicious songwriting recipe of Rulitos. Citing ambient great Ryuichi Sakamoto and acoustic touchstone Nick Drake as equal influences, frontman Daniel Sanchez brings experience from dreamy midtempo act Turtle Pond to his solo endeavor. Released via Flyer Club Records (the local outpost behind releases from TC Superstar and Cloud Companion), late June drop EP 1 saw Sanchez shine on double-tracked standouts like “Envuelto en tus Uñas.” The fingerpicked serenity continues with Other Vessels, who charmed with February debut Empty Afternoon. – Genevieve Wood
