SHOLTO unveils new single ‘Persephone’s Perception’ — a myth-soaked groove from forthcoming album ‘The Sirens’
Cinematic jazz visionary SHOLTO returns with ‘Persephone’s Perception’, the first single from his upcoming album ‘The Sirens’ — out 21st November via DeepMatter Records.
Rooted in Greek mythology, ‘Persephone’s Perception’ flips the classic tale on its head — reframing the goddess’s descent into the underworld not as a tragedy, but a deliberate embrace of transformation. Musically, it blends low-slung bass and rolling drums with shimmering strings and harp — anchored by SHOLTO’s signature cinematic production and rhythmic sensibility. It’s hypnotic, mythological jazz-fusion that blurs the line between groove and storytelling.
Built in SHOLTO’s SFJ studio in Hackney, the track reunites his core ensemble of collaborators: Syd Kemp on bass, Clementine Brown on strings, and Rachel Horton Kitchlew on harp. The result is a sound that feels both ancient and futuristic — library music for a fever dream — setting the tone for the album’s exploration of temptation, surrender, and emotional duality.
Following support from tastemakers like Gilles Peterson, Deb Grant, Jyoty, and Huey Morgan, SHOLTO continues to carve out his own space in the world of contemporary cinematic psychedelia. ‘Persephone’s Perception’ is a bold first glimpse into ‘The Sirens’, revealing an artist leaning into deeper emotional terrain while retaining the rich textures and groove-rooted soundscapes that have defined his ascent.
‘Persephone’s Perception’ is out now. Stream it everywhere + pre-order on 12” vinyl.
