Al Usher - Gnanfou EP

Review by Ravi Chodavarapu

Gnanfou EP by Al Usher: A Funky, Soulful Journey You Didn’t Know You Needed Alright, let’s talk about Gnanfou EP by Al Usher. Released back in 2007 on the German label Misericord, this little gem is a mix of Funk/Soul and Electronic vibes with hints of Minimal and Tech House. It’s not your typical album—it’s got that raw energy but also feels super smooth at the same time. And yeah, it’s kinda aged like fine wine. The standout track for me has to be “Gnanfou (Swag’s Gnanby Dub).” I mean, c’mon, that bassline? Absolute fire. It’s one of those tracks where you can almost feel the groove crawling up your spine. The rhythm hits just right—tight enough to keep you moving but loose enough to let your mind wander off into some funky daydream. Plus, there’s this subtle layering going on that sneaks up on you after a few listens. Like, wait…was that synth always there? Or did it just appear outta nowhere? Either way, it’s clever stuff. Then there’s “Here Today,” which feels like the polar opposite yet fits perfectly within the EP. Where “Gnanfou” is all about the dancefloor, “Here Today” slows things down and lets the soul shine through. There’s something so heartfelt about how the melodies unfold—it’s like Al Usher is telling a story without saying a word. Honestly, I found myself zoning out while listening to this one, picturing hazy sunsets or maybe even a chill rooftop party somewhere in Berlin. Props to him for pulling off both moods so effortlessly. Oh, quick shoutout to Tristan & Justine for the sleeve design too—it’s simple but eye-catching, kinda like the music itself. And hats off to Al Usher for wearing multiple hats here—he wrote the tunes AND produced them. That’s dedication right there! So yeah, if you’re into groovy beats with a side of introspection, Gnanfou EP should definitely be on your radar. Sure, it came out ages ago, but good music doesn’t really expire, does it? Random thought though—how wild would it be if Al Usher dropped a remix version of this EP today? Imagine hearing these tracks reimagined with modern production tricks. Now THAT would make my week.

Artist: Al Usher
Album: Gnanfou EP

Germany

2007

Rating: 4.61

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Filename: al-usher-gnanfou-ep.zip

MP3 size: 21.6 mb
FLAC size: 125.1 mb

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Gnanfou
Gnanfou (Swag's Gnanby Dub)
Here Today

Video

Al Usher -- Gnanfou

Al Usher-Here today

Images

Catalog Numbers

MIS001

Labels

Misericord

Listen online

online luisteren
ouvir online
escuchar en línea
kuunnella verkossa
lyssna på nätet
écouter en ligne
lytte på nettet
online anhören
ascolta in linea

Formats

Vinyl
12"
33 ⅓ RPM
45 RPM
EP

Credits

Role	Credit
Sleeve	Tristan & Justine
Written-By	Al Usher
Producer	Al Usher

Notes

A plays at 45 RPM
B plays at 33 ⅓ RPM

About Al Usher

Name Vars

Al
Alastair Usher
All Usher
Usher

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Gnanfou EP* by Al Usher is a hidden gem in the world of electronic music. Released in 2007 under Germany's Misericord label, it blends Funk, Soul, and Tech House with a minimalist touch. What makes it even cooler? The sleeve design was done by Tristan & Justine, adding a unique visual vibe to match the groovy beats. It’s not just an album—it’s an experience. Tracks like *Gnanfou (Swag's Gnanby Dub)* still feel fresh today.