Silky, bass-driven grooves that feel like a warm breeze at dusk. Sophisticated downtempo pop for slow living and golden hour relaxation.
LEISURE sounds like the musical equivalent of a linen shirt on a humid evening. Their music is defined by a deep, melodic bass presence that anchors shimmering synthesizers and guitars drenched in chorus and reverb. It is a sound that prioritizes space and 'vibe' over frantic energy, resulting in a catalog that feels perpetually sun-drenched and effortlessly cool.
What makes them truly distinctive is their collective approach to production. As a group of five established producers and songwriters, they avoid the clutter that often plagues supergroups, instead opting for a minimalist, groove-first philosophy. Their vocal delivery is almost exclusively gentle, utilizing breathy falsettos and tight, multi-tracked harmonies that blend into the instrumentation rather than sitting aggressively on top of it.
For a new listener, the self-titled debut album is the essential starting point. It establishes their 'keep things leisure' manifesto perfectly, particularly through tracks like 'Got It Bad.' It is the ideal soundtrack for anyone looking to slow down time, whether you are hosting a low-key gathering or simply need to decompress in solitude.
Leisure (stylized as LEISURE) are a New Zealand electronic music project from Auckland, formed in Muriwai in 2015. The group's current lineup consists of Djeisan Suskov, Jaden Parkes, Josh Fountain, Tom Young, Jordan Arts and Paul Roper, all established musicians and producers who have performed in the Auckland's music scene since the early 2000s. They are currently signed to Nettwerk Records and to date, have self-produced and released five studio albums: Leisure (2016), Twister (2019), Sunsetter (2021), Leisurevision (2023), and their fifth & most recent, Welcome to the Mood on 12 September 2025.
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