Parcels - Loved

With their third studio album, Loved, the Berlin-based quintet Parcels delivers a work that is simultaneously euphoric and deeply reflective. Known for their meticulous "hand-crafted" approach to disco and funk, the band has created an album centered on the concept of unity—between the band members, the listener, and the deep, infectious grooves that anchor each track. As guitarist and vocalist Jules Crommelin notes, the band views their purpose as providing a powerful sense of spirit and joy, a mission that is undeniably fulfilled across this record’s runtime.

The album moves with a seamless, percussive energy, featuring standout tracks like the shimmering "Safeandsound" and the soulful, rhythmic pulse of "Yougotmefeeling." Balancing the precision of modern electronic production with the warmth of 70s-inspired soul, Loved captures a band at the peak of their collaborative powers. It is an immersive experience that invites the listener into a communal space where the dancefloor becomes a site of collective transcendence.