Even though his stage name oozes lost NBA finals and industrial decline, Cleveland has been on the soaring side of things since the drop of his arresting debut EP for John Talabot’s label Hivern Discs. We caught up with Andrea to talk up the making of his latest release, naivety in art as well as his studio modus operandi.
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Meakusma Festival 2017
These days it is hard to find a festival where you can put your trust blindly into the unknown. The cozy vibe, slick and friendly organisation and stellar musical programming made Meakusma Festival 2017 in Belgium one of the most profound weekend experiences of the year.
In Perspective: Andrei Orlov
We caught up with an unsung herald of the contemporary kosmische and synth pop scene in the person of Moscow-based producer Andrei Orlov to lift a corner of the veil on his craft, away from current trends but close to the core of a timeless genre of electronic music that continues to be a source of fascination.
Channeling the inner light: Laraaji talks up his next two albums on All Saints Records and more
With a double delivery for All Saints Records – the mesmeric ‘Sun Gong’, followed by the double LP ‘Bring On The Sun’, and another album underway for Warp, Laraaji proves he’s lost nothing of his golden touch and keeps pushing boundaries with unmatched spirit and energy. Interview + stream of Matthewdavid’s psychedelic revamp of ‘Enthusiasm’ inside.
Sleeperhold Publications: Ward Heirwegh talks up Patricia’s ‘Autotomy’ EP and more
We caught up with Sleeperhold Publications head honcho Ward Heirwegh to discuss the makings of Patricia’s brand new ‘Autotomy’ EP. We also discuss the publication’s raison d’être, creative cross-pollination and further plans for the future.
Waking Life 2017: A Rebirth Of Consciousness
Small-scale festivals usually focus on proportionate lineups, trying to offer a homogeneic musical journey, but Waking Life’s approach felt different, scattering 70+ acts across three dance floors. The overall Waking Life experience was one of constant discovery and wonder.
On The Road: French label Renascence share their essential summer grooves
Inspired by their sunny season’s trips and tours, our good buddies at Renascence have collated for the occasion a special ten-track mixtape specially made for your summer drive enjoyment.
The Water We Drink: Nikolaj Vonsild talks up his debut album as Khalil on Posh Isolation
Better known as the lead singer of Danish electro-pop band When Saints Go Machine and half of acoustic duo Cancer, we caught up with Nikolaj Vonsild to discuss the raison d’être of his debut long-player as Khalil, his influences and how the liquid element plays an essential role in his sensory approach to music. Stream ‘Sculpture No Solid’ within.
In Perspective: Pépe
A new name on the house map, Pépe seems to have been around for much longer than his CV tells. After a breakthrough year that saw him dish out a few promising EPs and splits on Sprung Records and Tekres, the Spanish producer has fulfilled the expectations in rather spectacular manner with two solid platters for French labels Renascence and In Records and more to come.
Species of Fishes envelop the expanse for Newtype Rhythms
On top of contributing a mix to our partner radio show Newtype Rhythms, we asked Species of Fishes to have a chat, talking about how the reissue of their 1996 album ‘Trip Trap’ came about, the story behind the beginnings of the project and where they see the landscape of electronic music today.
Behind The Scenes: Sebastian Mullaert
Having recently guested on R&S offshoot Apollo, a home for more esoteric electronic wares than its raw and upfront parent, the label and Sebastian Mullaert decided to pull back the curtain on the creative process behind the final release. What this transpires to is a hidden archive of alternative takes and warm ups, about as far from a laborious mouse click exercise in front of a DAW as you can get.
Konx-om-Pax talks up his rave refresher mix for Newtype Rhythms
Does the party end when the music stops? Not if you’re Konx-om-Pax, Planet Mu’s audio visual artist with a flair for capturing every flavour of the conceivable rave experience with his works for the eyes and ears.
100% Jheri Tracks
Today we’re glad to unveil a brand new concept and introduce you to a fresh collection of podcasts with the ‘100%’ series. Aimed to feature an array of mixes from labels we support and shed a broader light on the depth of their catalogue, we’re glad to kick off the series with a choice mix from our good pals from Dublin’s Jheri Tracks, the more club-oriented side of All City.
Pinkman, Charlois, Operator Radio: Patrick Marsman talks up his multiple ventures
Already geared towards the beginning of the autumn’s term and the next couple Pinkman releases courtesy of Roberto Auser and Retrograde Youth, scheduled to drop in September, Patrick answered a few of our questions and speaks about his hometown, the roots to the Operator project and further plans for the future.
Patricia talks up ‘Several Shades Of The Same Color’
Behind the mysterious and womanly name of Patricia hides none other than New York-based producer and industrious analogue head Max Ravitz. To celebrate the release of his new album, Max opens up on the conscious and unconscious nature of his music, how modern rap is a breath of fresh air and his here-and-now approach to studio production amongst (many) other things.
Shores Of Perception: Waking Life Festival
Ahead of our attendance at the debut edition of Waking Life festival, taking place between 17 – 20 August at a lake near the medieval town of Crato in northern Alentejo in Portugal, we caught up with the Waking Life team to discover how it all began.