New release from London-based funkateers Fresh Up Records, a label specializing in brand-new, old-sounding synth funk, Moog disco and library sounds.
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DMX Krew – Cities In Flight [CPU00000100]
UK electro pioneer & Breakin Records label boss Ed DMX contributes to the binary catalogue with 7 tracks of dystopian electro funk
DMX Krew – Broken SD1 140 Part 2 [WEME023]
“Broken SD1 140”: not only a reference to an old drum machine, but also a blatant lie… There is nothing busted about this fresh EP from Breaking Records boss DMX. Here we find him straddling the eons with a timeless blend of rich analogue electronica, classically trained electro and forward-thinking vibage. Highlights include the super-squelch warmth on the bassline of “Apple Grid”, the hard-nosed ghetto techmongering of “Superficial Appearance” and the timely vintage house riffery of “Dramatic Exit”.
DMX Krew – Decaying World EP [TONES002]
London rave collective come record label Wavey Tones do it right with their second release, securing four tracks from Rephlex regular DMX Krew. Operating under all manner of aliases, the UK artists is renowned for delivering consistently varied sounds and the Decaying World 12″ confirms that wide ranging reputation. Lead track “Mustard Parasol” is a half-stepping tune which slip neatly between the modern UK Bass movement and the synth explorations of Legowelt, whilst the title track starts off with a powerful electro-tinged bassline but quickly transforms into a bumpy drum machine workout filled with superlative effects and yet more mutated sonics. Over on the B-side, “Flat Rate” enters the acid kingdom and pushes forward with sharp snares and dreamy voices, whilst “Three Days Of Entropy” slams back to the 80’s for an inspired synth trip with neat bursts of punchy percussion and far-out, tweeting melodies.
DMX Krew – Cosmic Awakening EP [SHIP010]
UK electro pioneer & Breakin’ labelboss Ed DMX participates in the Shipwrec adventure by delivering 6 killer tracks on this “Cosmic Awakening EP”. From Drexciyan electro to cosmic downtempo synth-driven funkyness to faster acidic driven basslines & uptempo braindance food!
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