Truancy Sessions S03 E02: Ally Tropical

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Originally hailing from Glasgow and now long settled in London, Ally Tropical is one of the many vital cogs that keeps London ever-evolving music scene ticking. As the editor of the Ransom Note for over a decade, he’s been a vital force in championing emerging artists and overlooked corners of club culture, a mission that mirrors the ethos we hold close here at Truants. His roots trace back to Glasgow’s rich club culture, from formative nights at The Arches and Optimo nights at Sub Club, to an enduring love of leftfield sounds and the messier edges of dance music that still inform his open-ended approach today. Beyond the written word, Ally’s perspective carries through to his work as a DJ, curator, and label head with standout mixes for Melbourne Deepcast, DJ Mag, and Trushmix over the years, alongside three releases on his own label Pleasant Life. A true London hero, he’s quietly shaped the scene through community-driven residencies, parties, and his long-running LYL Radio show.

For the second episode of Season 3 of our Truancy Sessions mix series, Ally delivers an emotive hour that drifts through downtempo, ambient,