Rubba – In Motion (Modern Progressive Group Sounds Played By Rubba)

A hidden gem of French library music finally brought back from obscurity: In Motion is the 1980 LP by the enigmatic Rubba collective, the alias of Jacky Giordano (also known as Joachim Sherylee). Recorded in London’s De Wolfe studios with a cadre of British collaborators, this 13-track release blends minimalism, progressive textures, and psychedelic flourishes into a cohesive and hypnotic journey. Long coveted by collectors and crate-diggers, In Motion has been sampled by hip-hop luminaries like Madlib, Freddie Gibbs, and Westside Gunn, but until now it had never been reissued. Farfalla Records revives this cult classic, letting the LP’s forward-thinking grooves, hypnotic basslines, and cosmic instrumental arrangements shine once again in its original utilitarian red cover. A truly mesmerizing chapter in Giordano’s multifaceted career, perfect for diggers, producers, and fans of progressive library music.