First of all, we’ve got to make one thing clear: no Brazil isn’t just the country of samba, football, Gui Boratto, Jay Haze and Mixhell (remember?),
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Results2425Premiere: Plebeian – Smoke Rings
After inaugurating Sweat Equity two years ago with the hallucinogenic ‘EP 1‘ – a CDR release that featured four heavy cuts of broken techno and acid
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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.
Ploy talks up ‘Intrigued By The Drum’ EP on Timedance
Fusing strains of off-kilter tribal percussion and hints of classic Bristol bass through a sultry savanna of organic sounds, Ploy’s second offering for Timedance sets even higher standards. We sat down with Sam Smith to discuss his production methods, shifting monikers as well as his unconcealed love for bongos.
In conversation with Matrixxman and Setaoc Mass
A driving force in the Mancunian scene, Sam Coates aka Setaoc Mass teamed up with none other than San Francisco’s pounding techno crackerjack Charlie Duff alias Matrixxman for what was certainly one of the most eagerly-awaited and intriguing debuts this year. We caught up with the dynamic duo.
J. Albert talks up his debut EP as DJ Osom
Inaugurating his new DJ Osom alias, which he describes as the epitome of “free” and a way to have “more control over my name”, J. Albert delivers a proper mind-altering slice of overboiling electronics, packed to the rim with sweltering extraterrestrial ambiences and sizzling acid chords hunting in packs. Stream the record in full within.
Music Video: Shinoby – Celestial Bliss
Continuing his ventures into the darkest fringes of techno and industrial, Shinoby recently released his debut album ‘Celestial Bliss’ via his own platform Istheway. Today the Italian producer is back with a special 2-minute trailer directed by YouTube’s fantasie rav.
Premiere: Troy Gunner – Majesty
Sometimes, simplicity is key when you’re on a dance floor. Whether you’re hearing thumping bass, skittering percussion or a jubilant melody; stripping things down to their
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OL: Height Difference
There’s a certain level of expectation when you’ve delivered probably the strongest release to date for Gost. Drafted in for a full album this time, OL has tweaked his approach slightly, smoothing out the cracks of his old sound. His new contribution represents something less immediately impulsive – and undoubtedly less dark.
Listen back to Joel Eel’s charming industrial mix on Newtype Rhythms
It’s always nice to see Newtype Rhythms venture towards an unearthed venture, while the Brooklyn radio show has featured producers delving towards film scores, Eastern European record
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Premiere: Force Placement – Golden Hour
Navigating across the more abstract and empirical fringes of electronic music, Los Angeles-based label Material Image has slowly but surely established as one of the Californian
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Set times revealed for Farr Festival 2017
Yesterday Farr Festival revealed set times for their three day celebration of music, taking place between 13 – 15th July at Bygrave Woods in Hertfordshire, just
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Premiere: Diego Tierres ‘Solar Winds Part 2’
To date, X-Kalay has cut its own niche through pastel infused dusty grooves. From its excellent debut through Kask ‘Periferia‘ back in its hand stamped white
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Various Artists: TIME002
In a couple of weeks time Chicago-based imprint These Things Take Time will release their second compilation ‘TIME002’ featuring Eva 00, Maxine & Cleo, Pntiac Streatnor and Tito Fuego. Take a listen to the four tracks pressed to wax in full!
Max McFerren steps up on Dublin’s First Second Label with new Complete Walkthru EP
Following the launch of his eponymous label and sophomore album as Complete Walkthru earlier this year, NYC-based producer Max McFerren will return later in the summer to
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