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The second outing of Johannes Volk for Running Back picks up where "Extra Dimensions" left us: traditional techno components, an inclination for melodies, 80s electro(nic) pop and aesthesia for ecstasy. Something for everyone’s taste and nothing tacky.

"Lightweave" is like the conversation that Giorgio Moroder and Wolfgang Voigt never had ('I Feel Sägezahn'). With a power plant of a bassline that’s pretty much all you need.

The direct connection to the EPs artwork is "Cubistic Pathway". Painted with acryl on canvas as a birthday present, it’s like the title tracks little and playful brother and a homage to 16bit platform games like Turrican or Contra.

"Fragments of Moments" is the sort of piano-not-piano-house stomper that classic techno DJs love, while "Sense of Wonder" is one of those songs without vocals that appeals to 80(8)s-kids and their offspring.

Last but not least, "Emotional Message" and its hypodermic breakbeat dates back to 2011, wears the heart on the sleeve, and screams tearjerker, bear hug or elevation. 

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: Tough and melodic in equal measure. Volk manages to harness a wild, flailing, technicoloured club sound that could dip into both techno and electro-disco flavoured DJ sets. The poise and, ultimately, release is quite spectacular. This could send listeners rocketing up to the stars!

TRACK LISTING

A1. Lightweave
A2. Cubistic Pathway
B1. Fragments Of Moments
B2. Sense Of Wonder
B3. Emotional Message