Formed in 2014 whilst studying at the Conservatory of Music in Braga, Ocenpsiea are a Portuguese band comprising João Nuno Teixeira Vilaça on drums, Gonçalo Cravinho Lopes on bass, Francisco Carneiro on violin, and Tomás Alvarenga on keyboards and production. Weaving elements of jazz, funk, Portuguese folk, rock, hip-hop, electronic music, and a good dose of humour, the quartet explores different sonic territories while remaining remarkably cogent. With three albums under their belt, including Cónega 103 (2017), Sabão Rosa (2018), and Oceano-Mar (2021), Ocenpsiea have carved out a space as one of Portugal’s most forward-thinking and exciting acts in contemporary music.

Today sees them releasing, ‘Noite Acústica’, a brand new single straddling that perfect line between blissful and exhilarating. The track captures Ocenpsiea’s unique blend of acoustic and electronic textures that build in intensity, and is a testament to their ability to fuse intricate rhythms with melodious grace. Listen to ‘Noite Acústica’ below.