Jonny Nash / Lindsay Todd – Fauna Mapping [IOTG003]

March 4, 2018March 1, 2018 hipodromealbum, ambient, experimental, island of the gods, jonny nash, lindsay toddLeave a comment

Jonny Nash (Guissian Curve / Melody is Truth) and Firecracker’s Lindsay Todd get barefoot and turn out a stunner of an LP. Over the course of twelve compositions we find the pair utilising their recordings in a whole host of ways, avoiding the well-trodden cliches of the “exotic” and instead attempting to achieve a personal interpretation of the flora, fauna and climate of the island. Spending time amidst the insects, rice fields and scorching sun, the pair gathered a library of found sounds which were then taken back to a studio space to be stretched, mangled and manipulated alongside a variety of electronic and acoustic instruments. The outdoor studio itself became a living instrument, with the duo setting up multiple microphones for durations of up to 12 hours around the space, layering and processing the results in tracks such as “Fauna Mapping” and “A Series Of Small Frogs.

Potter Natalizia Zen – Shut Your Eyes On The Way Out [E034]

March 3, 2018March 1, 2018 hipodromealbum, alessio natalizia, colin potter, ecstatic recordings, experimental, guido zen, minimal synth, potter natalizia zenLeave a comment

Colin Potter, Alessio Natalizia and Guido Zen regroup along the percussive vectors of ‘Shut Your Eyes On The Way Out’ for the Ecstatic label. Three years in the making, taking cues from German synth rock, cosmic disco, abstract EBM and obscure library sounds, the trio head for seductive new horizons of pulsing rhythms and floating ambient dub tones. The six hands control the mission with masterful skill and sleight of hand, prompting routes for the user rather than signposting the way with cliché. Of course, it’s hard to escape some sense of homage or reverence for the original forms, but they do so with such sensitivity to the material and “the journey” that the results simply transcends that heritage, to arrive somewhere, timelessly, out there.

Vakula – Metaphors [LELEKA009]

March 3, 2018March 1, 2018 hipodromealbum, ambient, drone, experimental, leleka, vakulaLeave a comment

Immersive listening music from Vakula, created in the hidden depths of the Ukraine. ‘Metaphors’ is slightly different from some of his (admittedly eclectic) full-length excursions, focused as it is on the gently unfurling, head-in-the-clouds world of ambient music. Of course, much of the music is still gently rhythmic – check for example, the pulsating arpeggio lines and tumbling kalimba melodies of the strangely foreboding “Proem”, or the spaced-out, keyboard demo rhumba rhythms underpinning languid opener “Smooth Movement” – but the vibe remains thoroughly horizontal throughout. While the standard is high throughout, we’re particularly enjoying the two versions of “Tale of Eternal Thought”, with the weightless bliss of the “Different Version” standing out.

Terekke – Improvisational Loops [MFM028]

March 3, 2018October 22, 2020 hipodromealbum, ambient, music from memory, terekkeLeave a comment

Terekke drifts gracefully onto Music From Memory with a long player of looping ambient pad pressure. The recording of ‘Improvisational Loops’ began in 2012 during yoga classes at Body Actualized Center in NYC. In the spirit of past ‘New Age’ or Minimal music, it aims to open up a space within the room giving the listener a chance to explore inward or outward. It was recorded using a digital synthesizer, reverb, and looper.

WLDV – Ritual Of Six [W04]

March 2, 2018October 10, 2019 hipodromealbum, disco, electro, gionata ecclesia, waste editions, we love dolce vita, wldvLeave a comment

Waste Editions new release is coming from Giallo Disco’s WLDV. It´s ‘Ritual of Six’ and this one is a gripping and mysterious album which is made up of six creepy and catchy tracks. Indeed, a brilliant work where bloodcurdling sounds, hypnotics atmospheres and thunderous analog arps can make you to look through the keyhole and see a little bit of hell gate.

Luca Dell’Orso – Quattro EP [BAP109]

March 2, 2018August 28, 2024 hipodromebordello a parigi, italo-disco, luca dell'orsoLeave a comment

Four italoesque electro-disco jams by the up-and-coming producer Luca Dell’Orso.

Mono Band – Ghost Town [DE203]

March 2, 2018March 1, 2018 hipodromedark entries editions, dark entries records, discomagic records, fantenax, italo-disco, luigi venegoni, massimo fantinatiti, mono band, re-release, reissue, rene ‘d’herin, svengileLeave a comment

Dark Entries Editions reissues “Ghost Town” the 1984 debut 12” single by Mono Band from Italy. The project was conceived by producer Rene ‘D’Herin and Massimo Fantinatiti aka Fantenax and tey teamed up with songwriter and guitarist Luigi Venegoni aka Svengile. Treading the lines between Italo Disco and the darker side of New Wave, the trio crafted a mysterious sound. Melancholic arpeggiators, a throbbing baseline, stuttering samples, and the classic Linn drum machine run throughout the track. The song was recorded in a few days at Dynamo Sound Studio in Turin and originally released on the popular Discomagic Records. This reissue includes the original vocal version, backed with a longer dubbed out instrumental “Ghost Version” on the B-side.

Lvrin – SBZ005 [SBZ005]

March 1, 2018March 1, 2018 hipodromeacid, electro, jenya lavrinov, lvrin, sign bit zero, technoLeave a comment

Jenya Lavrinov is a young rising musician from Russia and LVRIN is the alias for the gloom side of his productions. All six tracks for this EP were made during last year under the red lights of Jenya’s home studio. As before LVRIN adheres to the one take method of recording as the best technique of dealing with the sound and with the moment. Setup for this EP in particular consisted of Akai MPC 1000, Yamaha AN200, Analogue Solutions TBX-303, MFB-Synth II, Polivoks and a couple of effects pedals.

TV.OUT – Further [LIES107]

March 1, 2018February 5, 2020 hipodromel.i.e.s., long island electrical systems, techno, tv.outLeave a comment

Tel Aviv based two man project TV.OUT has been making a name for themselves these last years putting on impressive live sets, djing around the world, and running their Paralaxx imprint releasing various strains of rugged, well informed electronic music. On their debut for L.I.E.S. we get a smoking three tracker spanning styles that would not seem out of the place being played on the West Coast of Den Hague in the late-90s.

M.S.L. – Bellevue Resort [MF-004]

March 1, 2018March 15, 2019 hipodromedetroit techno, edouard le, electro, francis latreille, m.s.l., model future, prioriLeave a comment

Bellevue Resort is sensual vacation music for humans and non-humans alike… Think of a slightly utopian place, in a future that has not lost it’s humanity.

Shedbug – Destination Love [LT047]

February 28, 2018February 27, 2018 hipodromehouse, lobster theremin, shedbug, technoLeave a comment

Lobster Theremin dig back down unda’ to bring another fresh salty Aussie experience to the table with well seasoned young talent Shedbug aka Geordie Elliot-Kerr at the helm for this one. As Shedbug he makes entrancing house, acid-tinted techno, cosmic electro and heavily stepped UK-influenced jams. On Destination Love, Shedbug harnesses the emotive, pad-heavy sound showcased on previous outings whilst mixing in blend of interstellar synths, jagged breaks and crusted-yet-cutting drum work – all mixed down with some serious studio finishing.

Northern Powerhouse – House Of York / Bell Pit [NP002]

February 28, 2018May 21, 2026 hipodromealex handley, chicago house, craig stainton, nigel rogers, northern powerhouse, perseus traxxLeave a comment

Alex Handley (Auto Sound City) and Nigel Rogers (Perseus Traxx) catch up on a regular basis to casually jam out on various machines in a Kippax basement, then edit, twist and re-jam them in a York flat. Housed in a white paper sleeve, this is a fantastic example of beautifully handcrafted Yorkshire electronics, with a distinctively raw and rustic feel. The label, screen printed on a kitchen table, is a reflection of the punk ethic of the duo just doing as they please to please themselves.

VA – Limits Of Existence Vol.1 [FEXELVN001]

February 27, 2018February 27, 2018 hipodromefalling ethics, p.e.a.r.l., reeko, steve bicknell, technoLeave a comment

Falling Ethics starts a new Various Artists series: Falling Ethics Eleven , with an open approach ranging from Ambient experimental to proper techno adventures. First volume features music from Steve Bicknell, Reeko, P.E.A.R.L. Three pieces aimed directly for the adventurous dj’s out there, no jokes, no easyness, just techno essence.

Com Sin – Fiere EP [SOV013]

February 27, 2018February 27, 2018 hipodromecom sin, cosmin trg, romanian, sound of vast, technoLeave a comment

Com Sin is Cosmin TRG’s alter ego for the experimental, minimal project. Although he is one of the grand figures of the techno scene, under his Com Sin alias he presents a different side of his musical inclination.

Philippe Petit – Rhino EP [INV018]

February 27, 2018February 27, 2018 hipodromeinvolve records, philippe petit, technoLeave a comment

Philippe Petit releases his debut EP on Involve Records. The Belgian artist delivers a three cut weapon full of melodies and acid spirit. Serious damage for the dancefloor in this exploration on the grooviest side of techno.

Stallone The Reducer – Always Late [EST.83-08]

February 26, 2018February 22, 2018 hipodromeelectro, est.83's records, fit sound, post punk, stallone the reducer, synth waveLeave a comment

Stallone The Reducer is back. He’s always late, but he’s back. Stallone takes you on a one way trip that will make your head rattle, clattle and clank. Indecipherable robot voices guide you, while the busted up drums and industrial strength synths push you back and forth. This one is for the brave.

Quiet Dawn – Human Being: The Short Story Of A Reed [FW170]

February 25, 2018May 23, 2021 hipodromealbum, broken beat, experimental, first word records, house, quiet dawn, will gallandLeave a comment

First Word kicks off 2018 with the welcome return of Quiet Dawn, and a new EP, ‘Human Being: The Short Story of The Reed’. A suitably ice-thawing six-track opus to compliment the change of seasons, dedicated to the winter blooming plant’s desire to be human. Parisian Will Galland first appeared on the label in late 2014, releasing his debut album ‘The First Day’ the following year. Collaborations on that album and subsequent mixes since have included offerings from Oddisee, Miles Bonny, Eric Lau, Bastien Keb, Sauce81 (Eglo), Mayaka McCraven and Sarah Williams White. Evolving his music from a palette accumulated over the years of Hip Hop, Broken Beat and House, he has expanded his talents for arranging and composing, and now drafted in a wealth of musicians for this sublime new EP, his most ambitious yet. Strings glide effervescently atop of Quiet Dawn’s assorted analogue synths, and an array of percussive organics combine to build the tale of The Reed. In-places, the set transcends into the kind of grooves that saunter somewhere between the land of Bonobo and Quantic, and the cinematic library record craft of Alan Hawkshaw et al.

Eko – Funky Disco Music [ASVN052]

February 25, 2018August 30, 2023 hipodromeafrica seven records, african, album, disco, eko, eko roosevelt louis, funk, outernational, riccioLeave a comment

Eko Roosevelt Louis has had a music career spanning over forty years, born the grandson of a Kribi tribal chief, his musical persuasion beginning humbly with his village’s local church before his formal education at the Senegal conservatoire and Paris’ École Normale de Musique. EKO made a number of jazz funk and disco records in the mid seventies during a stint recording and touring in and around France before returning to Cameroon to take over his grandfather’s tribal chieftaincy, a role he still holds today. Alongside this position of office EKO has continued to work with music, performing, teaching and even leading Cameroon’s national orchestra. The tracks selected for this reissue are all taken from EKO’s third album, Funky Disco Music which was recorded in Paris and released on his own Dragon Phenix imprint. Sung in a combination of English and EKO’s native tongue we’ve lined up a real excursion in feel good afro-jazz, funk and soul made purely for dancing feet and boogying butts.

Ondeno – Mayolye [ROC021]

February 25, 2018August 30, 2023 hipodromeafrican, afrobeat, disco, funk, jean ondeno, mukatsuku records, nik weston, ondeno, outernational, rocafort recordsLeave a comment

20 year old Jean Ondeno from Gabon is one of many African singers who found joy in the Parisian Afro-disco scene of the late 70s. Blessed with the voice of Africa’s sweetest angel, Ondeno caught the ear of the French radio presenter Alphonse Marie Toukas who in turn introduced him to producer Philippe Brejean. Together they released 4 tracks, of which ‘Mayolye’ has become a sought-after dance floor rarity over the decades. For this special 12 inch release, Rocafort Records have grouped the original version alongside a Nik Weston Official Mukatsuku edit.

Boo Williams / Simoncino – Split EP [CRS001]

February 24, 2018April 19, 2023 hipodromeboo williams, chicago house, chiwax, nick anthony simoncino, rawax, simoncinoLeave a comment

Chiwax & Rawax present the first ”Split EP”. For the Chiwax side it will be the Chicago Master Boo Williams and for the Rawax side it’s the amazing Simoncino.