A collection of tracks, skits and moods for James Turrell´s visionary Roden Crater project by The Analog Roland Orchestra.
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Hieroglyphic Being – Dekmantel Podcast 052
Detroit Diesel – Dimension [DUM033]
DUM Records has been a fine purveyor of minimal techno ever since 1992. The label run by Kim Rapatti—himself a long serving Scandinavian techno pioneer who has released on labels like Skudge and Forbidden Planet deals in analogue gear, sleek and stark sound and, after a long sleep, is now back with a great new EP. It comes from the label boss under his Detroit Diesel alias and perfectly encapsulates the label, and artist’s, perfectly reduced sound. The first cut is a new re-written interpretation of the ’93 acid classic ‘Dimension’, previously released on DUM011. An intense, nerve jangling and engagingly dark acid workout. Many supple synths gurgle next to huge and ice cold hi hats and the whole thing keeps you on edge throughout. The original ‘Dimension’ on the flip is less aggressive but is just as intense, with a thick acid line the main feature above cantering drums and explosive claps. There is no letting up in any of the tracks here and closer ‘Freestyle’ is no different. It was recorded in ’94 in Finland and has never been released on vinyl before. It is a lithe, elastic track that twists and turns with big stabs, pummelling drums and machine gun fire synth that will fill any warehouse with irresistible sound and energy. DUM Records is back, and back in style.
Qnete – Grey City Anthem [ZCKR012]
Daniele Cosmo – Phormix Podcast #33
Intergalactic Gary @ Club Von Westen, BAR (Rotterdam) 05.12.2015
Savage Grounds Live @ Lux Rec, Kauz (Zurich) 11.12.2015
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Jean Nipon / The Magendie High School – Industry Steal Vol.2 [LIES068]
Jean Nipon most recently known for his standout productions on Parisien label ClekClek Boom joins the L.I.E.S. stable. The a-side sees Nipon go straight for the throat with a Chicago-esce muted-synth beating drum track, not unlike early Poindexter or Ricky Smith productions- it is effective, dj ready, and geared for the club. The two track b-side takes a more mellow and dusty approach- without losing his sense of rhythm engaging drum programming push along tape warbled melodies as the tracks expand and release, balancing out and letting this ep breathe perfectly.
Baz Reznik – Kill You All [NYH017]
The ninja of Westcoast Electro returns with a cassette tape filled with evil distorted techno. Steeped in dark acid and drum machines on overload setting, these are some of the most brutal tracks ever on New York Haunted.
Delta Funktionen – A New Planet [SSPS2]
2015 looks to be Delta Funktionen’s year. Following the terrifically dark and deep Wasteland series comes “A New Planet”. Cruel acid chords and mean percussion piercing through the fog. “A New Planet” is of that same sinister ilk. A cold electro beat is the bedrock from which a corrupting and corrosive 303 coil grows. But even with this caustic foundation, moments of salvation are to be found. A second techno moon dawns midway, frostier percussion giving way to warmer rhythms. Full and flowing bars fall and rise behind the squawk, allowing a new and brighter element to bloom. A track that is at once atmospheric and club centric from an artist at the top of his game.
VA – In The Dark Again 4 [DARK004]
“In The Dark Again”, sister-label of Snuff Trax, presents its fourth release is a various artist mini compilation, this time featuring June, Beta Evers and SSRI bringing some dope EBM/electro.
Luke Eargoggle – Train To Illusion EP [BORFT132]
Swedish Electro profile visit Borft for a ”end of the year” release. Deep old school Tech & Electro.
MR TC – Soundtrack For Strangers [OM030]
Glasgow based Thomas Clarke encompass Left-field Disco, Tropical Oddity, House and Techno whilst channelling the spirit of a youth spent playing in psychedelic rock bands in Luxembourg, listening to krautrock and worshipping Lou Reed and David Bowie. Another ep from the depths of the Glasgow underground. Unique, organic, mind expanding.
VA – Legacy [SFRLP001]
Great techno/electro compilation on Science Fiction Recordings featuring Spoiled Drama, Chris Mitchell, Dj Nephil, Hinode, Moonknight, Jaymond, Arcarsenal, Rawmance, Jared Wilson & Dj Richard.
LA-4A – Triad [DELFT011]
Recondite – Placid [ATLP006]
Recondite aka Lorenz Brunner is back, this time partaking in some wild experiments with acid, on behalf of California’s Acid Test imprint. Beginning with the ultra-deep and reductionist “Compel” which is reminiscent of early Plastikman, he then launches into the funky R&B tempo of “Pass Up” and the sombre and emotional tones of “Undulate” which gets the first four to the floor beat going. Life & Death label mates Tale Of Us join Brunner on the stunningly soulful “Sequenze” while “Subdue” presents his darkest side on the album. Later on “Ley” gets a peak time level stomp on, in fine acidic style. While Brunner has most definitely found his stride, leading to current mass appeal, he certainly proves he still has underground credentials on this fine effort.
VA – Concept 1210 [JUNE009]
June Records presents Concept 1210, a collaborative project between We Are Monsters, Ratlife Records, Nation and June Records. Represented respectively by All The Wild Eyes (Solar), Credit 00, Naughty Wood, Traxx, The Pedestrian, Villan X, Trenton Chase and June. Concept 1210 is a contemporary take on DIY electronics, made with the original rhythm machines, synthesizers and sequencers that became available between the period of late 1970s to mid 1980s.
Anetha – Ophiuchus EP [WORKTHEM025]
French producer Anetha delivers four hypnotic techno cuts in her debut EP on Spencer Parker’s Work Them Records. ‘Black Widow’ begins with a syncopated kick and chugging synth line, before ‘Orchid’s Curse’ delivers piercing percussion and an infectious 303. ‘Last Evening’ then ventures into mesmerising territories with its tantalising atmospherics, until ‘Drive With A Dead Girl’ conjures a sullen vibe through the use of arpeggiated notes and poignant moans.
Mark Forshaw mix for Berceuse Heroique
The Hipodrome Of Music 