El Michels Affair: 24 Hr Sports (translucent red vinyl) LP

*** Out Sept 5, 2025 ***

Leon Michels has quietly become one of the most sought-after producers in music. His signature sound has caught the attention of the mainstream while continuing to inspire the underground. Since 2023's El Michels Affair & Black Thought album "Glorious Game", Michels has been busy producing records for other artists; Norah Jones' Grammy winning "Visions", Clairo's Grammy nominated "Charm", and Kali Uchis' "Moonlight", as well as albums for many Big Crown labelmates. His new album under his own moniker, El Michels Affair, "24 Hr Sports", was inspired by the fashion and graphic design of 1980s and 90s Sports Illustrated magazines, MF DOOM's "Special Herbs" albums, the sample sources used on them, and gospel music a la Pastor T.L. Barrett. The sum of those influences with Michels' impeccable creative touch prove to be the recipe for an instant classic that will surely be one of the most heralded releases of 2025. When all is said and done, the trophy on the cover of the album speaks volumes. El Michels Affair is champion sound and "24 Hr Sports" hammers that home.