“We Are All” opens with a rolling drum break that immediately gives the track movement. Before long, a saxophone line enters with a warm, expressive tone, while piano chords underneath keep the harmony moving forwards.
The groove sits somewhere between downtempo, jazz, and hip hop. The rhythm stays relaxed, but there’s plenty happening within the arrangement. The saxophone carries a lot of the melodic weight early on, bringing a loose, flowing energy that works well against the steady beat.
Vocals arrive not long after, adding another layer to the sound. There’s a slight gospel choir feel to parts of the delivery, helping widen the atmosphere without pulling focus away from the groove. The production keeps everything balanced, allowing the instrumental and vocal elements to breathe naturally.
As the track develops, the saxophone returns with more intensity, bringing a stronger jazz influence into the arrangement. Later on, a flute section adds a new tonal colour and helps shift the mood slightly without disrupting the flow of the track.
The production throughout feels detailed but restrained. Nothing is overplayed, and the track relies on groove, texture, and interplay between instruments rather than dramatic changes. It’s a smooth listen with plenty of movement underneath the surface.
“We Are All” has also been added to the Frequency State Downtempo Playlist, fitting naturally alongside soulful, jazz-influenced electronic music.
About Bear Garden
Bear Garden is the project of Swedish saxophonist and composer Martin Wirén. Drawing from jazz, hip hop, downtempo, and contemporary electronic influences, the project combines live instrumentation with groove-focused production and atmospheric songwriting.
Following the release of the album Up in 2024, Bear Garden gained wider attention through support from BBC 6 Music and KEXP, alongside a growing audience online. “We Are All” continues that direction, blending jazz instrumentation with modern production and a strong rhythmic focus.
Wirén’s background in both jazz performance and composition comes through clearly in the arrangement, particularly in the way the saxophone lines interact with the rhythm section and vocal layers.
