Exotica

Exotica emerged in the 1950s as a whimsical escape into lush soundscapes, often inspired by tropical locations that many of its listeners were unlikely to visit unless they won the lottery. Characterised by its soothing melodies, bird calls, and the occasional haunting marimba solo, it’s essentially a sonic holiday from the dreariness of everyday life, albeit one where you might ponder why anyone would ever want to leave a perfectly good cocktail party. Exotica’s legacy proves that even the most landlocked person can dream of palm trees, piña coladas, and an eternal summer, if only for a few minutes at a time.