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Don´t Stop featuring 1773 & Katjuscha 1773 are Wisdm Uno & Jay Nagoma from Chicago. They have worked together with Ohmega Watts, Othello & Bombeardo and among others. Katjuscha is a friend of DJ Robert Smith circle of friends. She is an absolute singing talent with an incredibly insane ability to perform live on stage. What a voice!
TRACK LISTING
1. Don't Stop (feat. Katjuscha Grischkowski & 1773)
2. Hang On (feat. Supastition)
This Fear featuring Slimkid3 & Moonbeam Kelly:
I think we don´t need to announce Slimkid3 of the legendary group The Pharcyde. He is the living legend and voice of 1,2 many Pharcyde songs we all can sing along. His songs in collaboration with DJ Nu-Mark, such as "I know, didn't I feat. Darondo" are world famous. "This Fear" wouldn't be a masterpiece without the incredible voice of Moonbeam Kelly, who was brought to this song via Slimkid. She is an outstanding singer with gangster and soul appeal. It's simply beautiful to listen to her voice.
TRACK LISTING
1. This Feat (feat. Slimkid3 & Moonbeam Kelly)
2. Here I Come (feat. Wildeluxe)
TRACK LISTING
1. Pen To The Paper (feat. BambuDeAsiatic)
2. Don't Stop (Instrumental)
The A-side kicks off with "Starry Night" (surely the only Radio 1 daytime play in history with a Korean vocal?) a beautiful fusion of emotional SAE melodies and proto house elements. The pinging bassline and punchy piano could come straight from a Prelude classic, while the sweet synth strings are totally AZN, providing an infectious and energetic backdrop for Peggy's fierce vocal. Top. On the flip "Han Pan" hits us with glassy / metallic synth melodies, a stepping rhythm and hints of island life in the lead line, once again topped by a choice vocal from Peggy. Timeless, anthemic and totally irresistible, this is another essential release from the latest house superstar.
STAFF COMMENTS
Patrick says: How does she do it? Peggy Gou distils Prelude boogie, proto house and bubblegum style groove into a glorious two track 12" on her new Gudu Records. Featuring her bilingual vocals once again, along with a perfect combination of bump and melody. A true summer anthem!TRACK LISTING
A. Starry Night
B. Han Pan
‘Concentrate’ is a dusty & nostalgic Deep House jam, with its MPC’d piano chords, swinging hats and vintage hip hop style hooks. ‘Homage’ is a soothing slab of House with slow filtering chords, crisp hats, deep subby bass & ethereal pads. ‘Use What You Got’ is a lesson in doing just that, doing what he knows best, how he knows best. Raw, bumpin’ rhythms back up crystalline synths that sparkle over cavernous bass. ‘Don’t U Ever’ takes a deeper dive with it’s low-passed lead humming along over phasing hats, chunky kicks and chopped vocals calling back to the days of Max Graef and Money $ex. Finishing up the EP is the sexiest cut ‘Line’ with chopped soul vocals echoing over deeply filtered chords and bass synth accents.
With the Fókus EP, Intr0beatz displays his deft touch and restraint as a producer to lock in a groove, craft a vibe and create an atmosphere that few can rival.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Concentrate
A2. Homage
B1. Use What U Got
B2. Dont U Ever
B3. Line
TRACK LISTING
A1. Muddy
B1. Stronger Than Pride
B2. Nothin Can Come
Rounding off the package is Oakland CA native, Space Ghost who stamps his distinct style on the EP with a beautiful slice of Dream House.
A welcome return to the label as WOLF hit their 71st release and enter fifteen years in the game.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Jerry’s Song
A2. Del Sol
B1. Del Sol (Space Ghost Remix)
B2. The Vibe
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To celebrate the 30th anniversary of this monumental record, Salford City Records have released an EP package with four fresh remixes of the track. Opening with the Rhythm Foundation vocal mix which is as true to the original vibe as you're gonna get. That epic vocal line soaring over vamping piano lines and the occassional 'woooo' to devastating effect.
Rob Tissera & Steve Luigi contribute an electrified and highly kinetic offering which places it alongside the proto-proggy sounds that would begin to be hammered by the likes of Sasha and Digweed and soundtrack wild nights at Shelly's.
On side B, Andy Cain perfectly bridges the gap between the original piano house sound and what would later become trance, injecting 16-bar drum rolls, rising strings and hands-aloft energy into proceedings.
Stu Chapman drops a tastefully executed breakbeat refix, juxtaposing those happy piano chords and jubulent strings with odd blasts of rave stab tension and hardcore bass.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Just when you thought you'd heard the last of Salford City Records they finish the year off with an exceptional set of (new?) remixes of the '91 piano house anthem "Let The Whole World Know".TRACK LISTING
1 RF Vocal Mix
2 Rob Tissera & Steve Luigi Remix
3 Andy Cain Remix
4 Stu Chapman Remix
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: House artists don't come much more revered than Larry Heard and his Gherkin Jerks alias, responsible for a very modest but highly coveted set of releases at the end of the 80s. To think "Reznayor" and "Ecstasy" have, essentially, remained on the studio floor for the last 30 years is astonishing. "Psychotic Fantasy" also sees a much needed vinyl repress.TRACK LISTING
1. Psychotic Fantasy
2. Reznaytor
3. Ecstasy (original Full Take)
TRACK LISTING
Baby Call Me
Can You Dig It?
Want You Back
Dancin’ In My Eyes
Clearly influenced by the flavours bubbling over from the UK and US in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s, from R&B through to boogie, proto house to new jack swing, Tashif’s productions are a melting pot of ideas and influences, laced with a distinctive South African flavour.
Born in Soweto, Mzwandile ‘Tashif’ Kente, cut his teeth with Harari for a brief period, a group that birthed greats like Condry Ziqubu, Sipho Mabuse and Alec Khaoli, before going solo in 1984 and releasing just one album as Tashif Kente, 1991’s ‘A Boy And A Dream’. An album that speaks of love, lust and longing, produced by Kente and Selwyn Shandel with Marc Rantseli also joining the fold, it has that signature South African synth bass, drum machine and killer keyboard combo of the Bubblegum and Kwaito scenes, topped with Kente’s buttery vocals.
Heels & Souls Recordings take four favourites from the LP and press them loud on either side of a 12”. On the A, the audacious new jack, dancefloor bubbler ‘Tell Him I Became Your Lover’ leads into the lovestruck, boogie-tinged grooves of ‘Somebody’s Got My Love’. Flip it over to find a jealousy jam of the highest order with the synthy soul number ‘Who’s That Boy’, before ‘I Like The Way You Love Me’, a lights down low, R&B flavoured lovesong rounds off the EP.
Licensed from Gallo, who transferred the original ¼ inch tapes for their archives, Heels & Souls have enlisted the expertise of Justin Drake to remaster these South African beauties for a new generation of listeners.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Tell Him I Became Your Lover
A2. Somebody's Got My Love
B1. Who's That Boy
B2. I Like The Way You Love Me
On Side A Hidden Spheres proves there’s no messin’ with ‘Step to me’ & ‘Don’t Front. Flipping over to the B we see that he’s really just a lover at heart, not a hatter, with the swung out sounds of ‘LUVR MAN’ and the deep sleaze of ‘SO SXY’..
STAFF COMMENTS
Barry says: Shop favourite and all-round good egg 'Spheres presents another deep suite of jagged dancefloor melodies and rich, syncopated FM hits. Tom's instantly recognisable style and angular swagger shine through on these tracks, but with a step towards the more wonky side of house. Another classic and impeccable sonic fusion from Hidden Spheres.TRACK LISTING
A1. Step To Me
A2. Don’t Front
B1. LUVR MAN
B2. SO SXY
A joyous mash of influences collide and Hill spits them out of the blender with some typically unexpected curveballs.
From the strikingly moody break beat acid of "The Warning", to the 8 minute long extended disco workout of "Harlseden Shuffle". Then on the flip side, a reliably gnarly wedge of technoey acid house in "Combustion Zone’ and the EP culminates with a tip of the hat to mid nineties House with the rumbling bass and catchy percussion of ‘House Thing’.
Its obvious Jerome’s having fun with this EP and hopefully you will too !
TRACK LISTING
A1. The Warning
A2.Harlesden Shuffle (Extended 12” Disco Mix)
B1. Combustion Zone
B2. House Thing
Though sounding familiar to that era, this new 12" from DJ Neli is actually a new release from a new producer addicted to the sugar rushed pianos and soaring strings of rave's halcyon times.
In original form "Sweet Life" is a high-nrg blast of fairground house. With nods to handbag in its feel-good vocal and eurodans bass. The Dream Frequency remix is littered with vamping piano lines, deep Juno b-line and strings that put a rocket up your arse. Seriously, if you've not a smile as wide as the warehouse after side A then I fear you may be beyond help.
Onto side B and Stu Chapman ramps up the energy levels till we're almost verging on happy hardcore. Hyped up breaks, buzzsaw leads, pitched up vox - it's almost totally bOnKeRs! But defo still nodding to that classic Bowlers / Dreamscape / Maximes tape packs of the mid 90s.
Finally, SCR regular DJ Welly concludes the set with an M1-guided, proggy refix that slows down proceedings to a Digweed / Sasha-esque chug, complicates the arrangement with some (dare-I-say-it) more sophisticated elements and smothers the vocal in sfx and reverb.
Another winner from the crew! Limited copies...
STAFF COMMENTS
Martin says: Salford City Records sees out the end of 2023 with a brand new track from resident DJ Neli who, sticking to the remit of the label: revisits the waltzers, raves and adult playgrounds of yesteryear with another e-soaked offering of pianos, strings and overactive handclaps.TRACK LISTING
A1. Sweet Life (Dream Frequency Remix)
A2. Sweet Life (Original Mix)
B1. Sweet Life (Stu Chapman Remix)
B2. Sweet Life (Welly's Dark Matter Remix)
TRACK LISTING
A1. I Know UB1Chinwah (Big DJs)
B2. I Know U (Swankout’s Ready To Rave Mix)
IF THERE ARE ANY REMAINING COPIES THEY WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE ONLINE AT 8AM ON SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25TH).
In a truly unique collaboration, Turnstile team up with Toronto’s jazz ensemble/production team BADBADNOTGOOD to reimagine 3 songs from Turnstile’s critically acclaimed 2021 album GLOW ON. The collaboration brings new dynamics and groove to “Mystery”, “Alien love Call ft. Blood Orange” and “Underwater Boi” BADBADNOTGOOD has previously collaborated with Ghostface Killah, Tyler The Creator, Kendrick Lamar, Thundercat (earning Grammy nominations with Lamar and Thundercat) Turnstile is coming off an epic last 2 years which has seen them propelled to new heights with 3 Grammy nominations, Top 10 Alternative radio hits, rave reviews from major publications worldwide, multiple Late Night Television appearances and exponential tour growth. The band has continued a diverse run of festival appearances with main slot appearances on Coachella, Lollapalooza, Riot Fest, Furnace Fest and most recently Rolling Loud in Miami.
TRACK LISTING
1. Mystery
2. Alien Love Call Ft. Blood Orange
3. Underwater Boi
Piccolo Jt gets things underway with "1969", a beautifully airy deep house stroller with a spoken word sample reminiscing about early black music parties and delicate conga patterns a la the Alleviated standard. "Juke Joints Liquor Houses" follows suit with equally sumptuous, open air deep house vibrations narrated by another commentary on black music and society from back in the day.
Rio Love takes over the reins on side B, "My Country" pairing mechanized electronics and a stripped back rhythm to a politically charged speech on power struggles and economic / race divisions in society. Finally, "I'm Not Tough But Im Tired" sees a weighty house throb decorated with melodica and gentle piano chords for a moment of deep house, plasma pool bliss - the likes of which is almost synonymous with Larry Heard's Alleviated imprint.
These two new signings ensure Alleviated is still at the top of the deep house pyramid after over 30 years! Don't sleep...
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Amazing new vibes from Larry Heard's Alleviated camp. Piccolo JT delivering pure deepness, up there with some of the best on the label. The spoken word snippets really elevate it - a feast for the mind and body. Can't get enough of this...TRACK LISTING
Piccolo Jt - 1969
Piccolo Jt - Juke Joints Liqour Houses
Rio Love - My Country
Rio Love - Im Not Tough But Im Tired
Title track “Enchantment Under The Sea” sets the mood with a minimal, low slung drum machine groove laying the foundation for layers of Rhodes and synth chords conjuring up images of a sub-aquatic vision of depth and beauty. Up next we have “Zone Tonight”, the epitome of a late night city scape driving track utilizing heavily saturated drums, subtle acid line, distant piano melody and moody Detroit pads to draw you into its deep confines.
Flipping over we have “Vertigo” which treads a similar sonic path as Mark effortlessly fuses rich harmonies and entrancing melodies, inviting listeners to lose themselves in its depths. Closing out this blissful journey we have “Bodymap” which drops the BPM a little more with simple understated drums, melancholic string line and pulsating bassline.
The “Zone Tonight EP” is a testament to Mark E's unparalleled prowess in crafting immersive, uncompromising and emotive soundscapes for your aural pleasure.
STAFF COMMENTS
Martin says: Long serving UK vet deploys more of his trademark wavy house sounds with four new tracks for the equally epochal Delusions Of Grandeur - purveyors of some of the finest house music for the last 15 years.TRACK LISTING
A1. Enchantment Under The Sea
A2. Zone Tonight
B1. Vertigo
B2. Bodymap
Who is on the EP?
The EP features contributions from Enumclaw, Revival Season and alexalone.
Enumclaw are an already much-tipped American indie-rock band from Washington DC. They're signed to Luminelle, a Fat Possum imprint, and have recently wowed UK crowds with sets at Wide Awake and with a headline performance at Moth Club.
Revival Season is a collaborative hip-hop duo featuring rapper Brandon 'Bez' Evans and producer/multi-instrumentalist Jonah Swilley and signed to Heavenly Records, the revered independent label who helped Speedy Wunderground find their feet when they first started. The duo performed an incendiary live set at Speedy’s SXSW showcase at Sellers Underground performing alongside The Lounge Society, Heartworms, Miss Tiny (featuring label boss Carey himself), Warmduscher and Been Stellar.
alexalone are an experimental noise-rock trio local to Austin itself, signed to the much-loved US label Polyvinyl, whose debut album ALEXALONEWORLD saw the group pick up significant praise from the likes of The FADER, Stereogum, Paste and more. "Unpacking My Feelings" is the band's first release since last year's cover of "Rainbow" by Japanese doom titans Boris.
The 12” vinyl version also contains a fourth vinyl-only bonus track, Savage Gary (Dan Carey)’s ‘The Grackle’.
How did the EP come about?
Ahead of a planned trip to the US for this year's festival, Dan Carey and Pierre Hall from the label approached a number of artists they admired playing there, asking if they might be interested in recording something for Speedy while they were all in the same place. Progress was made, management conferred, dates lined up, Enumclaw and Revival Season confirmed to put sounds down but - as always with Speedy - there's room for spontaneity.
On the evening of their arrival Carey and Hall, who at this point were some distance from central Austin and the festival itself, heard loud music coming from inside a barn, down a beaten track, on their walk back to their Airbnb. The natural conclusion was to investigate and see who could be making it - so, still holding the plastic bags full of beer and milk they had been transporting back to their digs, they entered and watched said noise-makers.
Following a short conversation later that evening, their prized barn discovery, alexalone, were the next band confirmed to record for them on that trip, heading into the makeshift Speedy studio with Carey a couple of days later.
Pierre Hall had the following to say about the SXSW EP:
"It was so good to be able to spread our wings and take Speedy transatlantic. And obviously as soon as we found out we were going to Austin we immediately started looking at studios. Some of these were actually recorded even quicker than the usual ones in London – often two in one day rather than one. So here we are, still breaking our own records, ten years on.
There’s definitely a distinct difference in the sound of these but despite the strange surroundings and lack of regular equipment it’s clear they are unequivocally Dan, and quintessentially Speedy.
You can take the boy out of Streatham…"
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Serendipitous meetings deserve to be taken advantage off... when Speedy Wunderground's Dan Carey noticed four of his favourite bands would be in Austin for SXSW he took the opportunity to blag them for a session! Gotta say, the results speak for themself...TRACK LISTING
A1. Revival Season - Gold Teeth
A2. Enumclaw - Spots
B1. Alexalone - Unpacking My Feelings
B2. Savage Gary - The Grackle (vinyl Exclusive)
Their debut single ‘Fairground’, which came out at the end of January, was an instant classic. A mix of shoegaze beauty and trip-hop beats, it was amazing to see people falling in love with it in real time as it gained airplay around the world, a remix by Saint Etienne and hit number one on the Official Charts’ vinyl singles chart.
The EP includes the follow-up, the deliciously dark ‘Beauty In All Blue Satin’, and new single ‘Sleepsong’, plus three other tracks, and follows their support slot with Slowdive at the Troxy in London.
STAFF COMMENTS
Barry says: Deary mixes the drifting shoegazey heft of Ride with crisp trip-hop percussion, hypnotic bass plucks and dreamy pop vocals, resulting in a hazy fever dream of an EP, and a perfect release for the brilliant Sonic Cathedral.TRACK LISTING
1. Heaven
2. Only Need
3. Fairground
4. Want You
5. Sleepsong
6. Beauty In All Blue Satin
CD-only Bonus Tracks:
7. 2000 Miles
8. Fairground (Hide In Glass Mix)
9. Fairground (Saint Etienne Meet Augustin Bousfield At The Top Of Town Mix)
10. Fairground (Extended Mix)
11. Fairground (Live)
TRACK LISTING
Intro
I Wanna Be With You
Sungalz
Rest Easy
Easy, Easy
Wake Up
When Will I See U?
It’s Not Over
Ah Ha
The Deep
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- Signed 12" EP
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- LAB257
- Release date
- 24 Nov '23
- Format Info
Following his absolutely brilliant instore last week, we have a handful of signed copies of this EP available. Don't snooze......
Following his absolutely... [ + ] -
- Coloured 12" EP
- £24.99
- Cat Number
- LAB257
- Release date
- 17 Nov '23
After wooing us with a smattering of bandcamp digital tracks, this is his first vinyl release to date! It is limited to 500 copies on green vinyl. Five tracks of modern & sincere commentary on life and love articulated through a unique viewpoint and set to some of the juiciest instrumentals we've heard all year.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: A product of our fine city who marries sincere storytelling with modern grooves; delivering it all with a personality that everyone including your nan will adore. First vinyl outing for this destined-to-be household name.TRACK LISTING
Side A
The Words To Auld Lang Syne
How Did You Get Here?
Side B
Seasoning (feat. 2B.Frank)
Dance Better
Rounders
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- 12"
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- HTRE003
- Release date
- 17 Nov '23
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Second-wave Chicago house legend DJ Sneak returns with TWO new twelves this week, one on Kaoz Theory and this one, on Hard Times. He ain't changed the formula, just refined it over time, meaning these four tracks are as seductively grooving as some of his finest tracks. Concentric house music at its best. Check!TRACK LISTING
A1. You're Mine
A2. This One
B1. Body Slangin'
B2. Deep Undercover
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- KTEP003V
- Release date
- 17 Nov '23
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Kaoz Theory cross the streams of Toronto and Chicago with a double header of soulful house goodness that's sure to please. It's also the second outing this week from DJ Sneak who returns to the floor in fine form.TRACK LISTING
A1. Demuir Ft Bluey Robinson - Lusting U
B1. DJ Sneak - Judy Russell (Original Mix)
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- Ltd 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- PT013
- Release date
- 17 Nov '23
RIYL: Bob Stanley & Pete Wiggs' "Fell From The Sun" compilation, 90s oil-lit backrooms, Global Hypercolour, joss sticks, mushrooms.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Perfect tackle for your next mushroom party, GFH bring psychedelia to the dancefloor. Tempos vary as chakras align and peak experience is attained through repetition and dance.TRACK LISTING
E For E
Balandof
Mamayeo
Mamayeo (Lipelis Remix)
Rêves
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- OWL 010
- Release date
- 10 Nov '23
TRACK LISTING
Shake It
Follow Me
Always Be There
The Way
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- TOYT152
- Release date
- 10 Nov '23
On this 5 track EP Kai once again makes it all feel so easy! Deeply musical, yet also instantly effective on the dancefloor, tracks like "New Life Livin" and "Slide It In" come with an ease that shows why he’s shaped the game for decades.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Toy Tonics continues its unrelenting dominance of new disco and deep house with the utter legend that is Kai Alce signing five tracks for the label. Silky smooth with an impeccably constructed palette, these are high end, late night burners that'll transport you to basements, a red light and a feeling!TRACK LISTING
A1. Slide It In
A2. Space Skat N Dat
B1. New Life Livin
B2. Rough Sands
B3. Strollin Thru Barcelona
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- Ltd 12"
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- SSJ017-12
- Release date
- 10 Nov '23
"Vanguard", featuring Tyrone Stuart sounds like Ras G meets the current London underground - think Ezra Collective, Yussef Kamaal etc; with that poignant hip-hop edge. "The Score" is a highly frenetic, free piece of modern bop with rich double bass and occasional scats for added authenticity. Finally "Givin' Up" concludes with a definite lean towards UKG and broken beat styles, taking us full circle back to the right now. An impeccably well executed EP that shows that UK jazz is in as healthy and inventive state as ever. Recommended.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Specialist tackle from IG Culture with a great take on modern jazz mixed with broken beats and with a real London flavour throughout. Giles Peterson gotta be all over this?!TRACK LISTING
The Remedy
Vanguard Ft. Tyrone Isaac Stuart
The Score
Givin Up Ft. Allysha Joy
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- HH 003
- Release date
- 10 Nov '23
TRACK LISTING
Magic Body
Magic Dub
Love & Care
Dub & Care
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- BM001
- Release date
- 10 Nov '23
J1mi aka James Hadfield has been making all manner of sounds for years - both solo and as one half of Lizards - from house to disco, Balearic to techno, and always on revered labels like MeMeMe, Not An Animal, Leng, Futureboogie and Phonica. He is part of the Beyonders collective that was started by Jason and Mark Goodings of 90’s pioneering breaks and drum and bass duo Hidden Agenda. The collective is now back after a hiatus following Mark's tragic passing in 2016 and is as fruitful as ever with members including James as well as Mal Sharp and Nick Grimes and now a new label.
James continues to host Beyonders Present events in his hometown of Newcastle and has played at the likes of Glastonbury, Stowaway and Pikes this year, as well as across Europe in the past. Luke Una and Man Power are big supporters of his work and this is the first EP from the collective and label, with the following four all mastered and ready to go over the next year.
The brilliant 'Sixes Now' has a menacing synth screwing about the mix before percussive grooves and elastic bass arrive to lock you into a dark disco groove full of menace and suspense. The thumping 'Modern Maze' is another hugely inventive sound with rickety rhythms, erotic vocal coos and wiry synths. A bewitching breakdown brings acoustic guitars and places the vocal front and centre before the punchy house kicks come back once more. 'Desire' featuring Crazy P vocalist Danielle Moore is an indie disco cut with jazzy chords and playful funk riffs that lift the spirits and cruise on smooth grooves. Closer 'Japanese Kipling' is a prickly brew with off-grid hots and vocal sounds, distant hits of melody and dubby rhythms that are wonderfully intoxicating.
This standout first EP very much sets the scene for what is sure to be a crucial UK artist.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Second release from James Hadfield's J1mi project. Having been involved in everything from Balearic to liquid DnB the sonics and rhythmic prowess on display here are nothing short of spectacular.TRACK LISTING
A1. Sixes Now
A2. Modern Maze
B1. Desire (ft. Danielle Moore)
B2. Japanese Kipling
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- 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- FMP0023
- Release date
- 10 Nov '23
Foremost Poets productions and his vocals are simply devastating and label head, Ross Allen, has been a fan since he first heard the Nu Groove classic ‘Reason’s to Be Dismal’ on the reworked Richard Long Edition. It was a record that blew him away then and now, recently played by Pete Tong on Radio One, with Sven Vath including it on his anniversary compilation too. Ross signed this record when he hooked up with Johnny in New York 3 years, but wanted to wait until the time was right. That time is now.
‘Flowers In the Attic’ is no normal dance record, clocking in at thirteen minutes. It’s an epic Johnny D production, falling into that place where funk and house come together in the most magical, danceable way. It’s long but enticing, taking you through different phases and surprises you as it sucks you in, twists you up, and pulls you out.
‘Escape From Dubai’ is almost trance like but with that New York lean that keeps it very much on the right side of the Foundation Music fence. Full of funk, it has a deepness that builds and swells into an epic journey that takes you to another dimension.
The broken beat of ‘Don’t Shut Your Eyes’ closes out and is another piece of New York/ New Jersey up-tempo funk, syncopated and grooving with a repetitive hook, that goes deep via its Hammond organ solo and jazzy vocal.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Reasons To Be Dismal
A2. Escape From Dubai
B1. Flowers In The Attic
B2. Don't Shut Your Eyes
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- Ltd 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- MT170
- Release date
- 3 Nov '23
Franki Juncaj, globally recognized as DJ 3000, is set to launch his fifth album, 'Mezë.' This release marks the culmination of an extraordinary artistic journey, inviting everyone to revel in the beauty of music, culture, and life while breaking down boundaries and uniting people through its masterfully crafted tracks.
Renowned for his ability to infuse Detroit's musical vibrancy with his Albanian heritage, DJ 3000 embarks on a fearless exploration of his roots. 'Mezë EP' harnesses the power of food as a metaphorical "glue" that harmoniously binds the realms of life and music.
The title track, 'Mezë,' transcends mere genre classification; it is an artistic masterpiece that captures the heart-pounding communal essence of a party while reflecting the vibrancy of sharing a meal together. 'Humble Quest' delves into the depths of Detroit's musical heritage, while 'Tanbur' is a global celebration, gracefully incorporating ethnic stringed instrument samples that ride atop a steady drumbeat. 'Snake Eyes' ventures into the realms of Electro, underscoring Franki's mastery across diverse electronic dance music genres.
'Mezë EP’ is a testament to the power of music, culture, and the universal joy of life. Join DJ 3000 on this extraordinary journey, where boundaries disappear, and we are brought together through music, food, and family.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Phwwwooar this'll get lads and lasses of a certain age and persuasion wetting their pants in excitement. Real deal Detroit techno stylings from DJ-3000 who lands somewhere between Juan Atkins, Claude Young and Carl Craig with his rich, analogue sound. Unbelievably solid EP that'll sound at home in small backrooms as it will in dock-off aircraft hangers. You need!TRACK LISTING
A1. Mezë
A2: Humble Quest
B1: Tanbur
B2: Snake Eyes
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- 12" EP
- £16.99
- Cat Number
- OLE1976T
- Release date
- 3 Nov '23
Jordan says: “Without further ado, here are the demo versions of some of the songs that would become integral to the making of Valentine. A little over three years ago, holed up at my parents’ house in Maryland, with just a minilogue synth, an interface, a mic, and a guitar, I started working on writing my second full length record. I prefer some of the demos to what actually came out on the record because of how intimate and solitary the process was. You can kind of hear me crying in one of them. Maybe two actually haha.”
TRACK LISTING
1. Automate (Demo)
2. C. Et Al. (Demo)
3. Headlock (Demo)
4. Easy Thing (Demo)
5. Adore You (Valentine Demo)
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- 12"
- £12.99
- Cat Number
- OBIA004
- Release date
- 3 Nov '23
Followed by “Yeochu” a deeper more mature arrangement of drums characterizes the unseen spirit from the father figure. A message of analogue synth stabs and pads deliver a blessing followed by hypnotic piano riffs. Instructions and spiritual advice are given for those who are able to open up.
“Nights in Leblon” behold the oldest wisest spirit of them all. A breathtaking deep harmonic pad layered by countless drum percussion. The presence of ever evolving synth stabs and piano chords define the tracks rhythm and timbre.
To finish the EP Wendel Sield takes us on a completely different ancestral path. Flipping the script on “Nights in Leblon Acidic Rework” with a solid tb-303 acid line layered with tr-505 drums. The rework focuses on playful rhythm and minimal usage of elements. Surprisingly the record takes on a different harmony mid tune what makes the track ideal for DJs who like to switch it up during their sets.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Straight up tribal deep house business in a similar vein to Ron Trent or Joe Clausell. "Yeochu" sounds a lot of like Henrik Schwarz's remix of Code 718's "Equinox".TRACK LISTING
Generations
Yeochu
Nights In Leblon
Nights In Leblon (Wendel Sields Acidic Rework)
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- Coloured 12" EP
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- LPSOSI21IE
- Release date
- 3 Nov '23
- Format Info
Limited edition orange vinyl - 400 copies only.
Limited edition orange... [ + ]
TRACK LISTING
A1. Infinity '93
A2. Come Out N Play
B1. This Moment
B2. Back At It Again
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- 12" EP
- £16.99
- Cat Number
- SOYOUNG017
- Release date
- 20 Oct '23
Following a six-month spree in which Browne found himself tirelessly writing in order to process the changes taking place around him, the five songs which would eventually go on to form his debut EP 'If Only', are a deep- dive into the heart and soul of an artist who masterfully captures all the joys and heartaches of life in your early-twenties.
Recorded over one week at Bristol's The Playpen, home to producer Ali Chant (Aldous Harding, Katy J Pearson), 'If Only' was all-in-all, a long time coming. Selfaccustomed to doubling things up and hiding imperfections, it was through the art of collaboration, and Ali's teachings in the power of emotional transparency that the pairing of Browne and Chant really shined. "Ali was a massive part in keeping the recordings minimal" notes Browne "he kept the rawness".
Oscar Browne's creative- capability is a limitless array of captivating delights. These aren't simply re-interpretations of eras gone by. Browne channels as much Ben Howard or Kurt Vile as he does Nick Drake and John Martyn. Rather, it's through his ear for musical- lucidity, highlighted throughout the course of these selected songs, that enables Browne to transport his love of traditional folk and folklore, into a uniquely contemporary realm. His fearlessness in baring- all to those who'll listen creates an artistic magnitude will only keep growing with fine prowess, as Browne continues to cut his teeth as a beguiling 'one to watch'.
TRACK LISTING
Cut Me Off
You And I
All Or Nothing
Somebody Else
If Only
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- Ltd 7"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- GOO3
- Release date
- 13 Oct '23
This EP will be the band's debut release on vinyl. Recorded at Small Pond Studios in Brighton in April this year, and produced and mixed by Matt Gleeson of WELLY fame, it presents three songs that brilliantly demonstrate what a ferocious, tightly-wound sound this Dorking four-piece can produce.
The lead single will be Double Diamond - a song that came about after a chance purchase of a Double Diamond-branded ashtray from a car boot sale by Dorking train station. The song is a romantic and messy vision of the life the ashtray’s lived, the pub it came from, the punters who left their fag ends in it and the messy nights and bar fights it’s witnessed. With sprawling synths, punchy guitar lines and tongue-in-cheek lyrics, the song is an anti-advertisement for a drink which no longer exists, as well as a look through rose-tinted beer googles at what Britain's night life - for better or (almost certainly) for worse - was once like. As the advert used to state: you know where you are with Double Diamond. It works wonders.
TRACK LISTING
A1: Double Diamond
A2: Evil Twin
B: Village Green
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- Ltd 12"
- £18.99
- Cat Number
- ALT008
- Release date
- 6 Oct '23
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: A favourite on the all-night-chug scene. This proggy-indebted little beauty has become a bit of a secret weapon for one Count Von Delicious who recently wowed the revellers in Berlin's seedier districts with a promo copy of this beast. There's a driving, feminine force throughout which is dreamy and captivating. Defo worth checking if you're working the 'floors at the weekend...TRACK LISTING
1. Lucidreams Master
2. Energia
3. Under The Sea 3 A M. Mix
4. Acqua
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- Ltd 12"
- £16.99
- Cat Number
- DCM001
- Release date
- 29 Sep '23
"Mistic Flow" opens the record, a bucking house cut powered by an offbeat reggae sample and with deep set bass. "Lesson 120" is a rattling rhythmic house cut - one of those highly functional records when constructing a long form DJ mix that adveterous DJs are gonna get plenty of milage out of. "Gonna Make U Dance" has the same concentric energy, but injects a funky bassline and darting string samples into the mix. One to get your spiraling into the speaker stacks with zero abandon!
Nice n cheeky "Bam Bam" mix at the end too via the bumpety "Wat A Bam". Big tip on this one folks!
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: If you've got the warm-up slot, but need to keep the energy levels and BPMS high, then you could go far worse than this record! Perfect for that midnight-2AM slot at TWH, I'm not sure if 'the house warm-up' set exists anymore as DJs and promotors opt for big name insta-influencers dropping 1 hour of festival-bangers!TRACK LISTING
A1. Mistic Flow (Detroit Rude Boy Edit)
A2. Lesson 120 (Werk It Mix)
B1. Gonna Make U Dance (Club Dub)
B2. Wat A Bam (Techy Remix)
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- Ltd 12"
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- PHONICAM003
- Release date
- 29 Sep '23
The 'Labyrinthine EP' opens with a relentless 4 to the floor club ready firestarter. Aptly titled 'Quark' hits the spot in all the right places. Its swinging drum work out and oscillating chords swirl to a frenzy and guarantee to set any a dance floor ablaze.
The A2 'Labyrinthine' boots off with Snad's unique take on UK 90s Tech-House, full groove, snare syncopation and whirlwind of off-centre synth cords, adding to his effervescent sound design.
The flip side opens with a killer remix fellow Berliner expat, Huerta's take on 'Quark'. The remix retains the destructive dance floor potential of the original and adds somewhat in the hypnotic trip out department. Full engagement is guaranteed from start to finish even for the more of an absent-minded listener on this one.
Snad closes the EP with 'Revival'. This cross-genre juggernaut effortlessly marries puncy breaks with dubbed out echos while the resonant synth chords and muddled vocal chops expand listener's perception of sonar possibilities to places few have imagined possible. One of the rare tracks which hovers on the fringe of experimentation but guarantees to move the peak time crowd of the most discerning listening habits.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: A new record from London's leading house specialists Phonica who seem to be able to hit that sweet spot between underground nous and dancefloor sensibilities. Snad keeps to their remit with three tracks of exceptional tech-house prowess and a cheeky garage-indebted flex at the end.TRACK LISTING
A1. Quark
A2. Labyrinthine
B1. Quark (Huerta Remix)
B2. Revival
TRACK LISTING
A1: Why Don't The Pretty Women Look At Me?
A2: Shubadooba
B1: She's Got A Car
B2: King Of The Monkeys
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- 12" EP
- £21.99
- Cat Number
- WAP481
- Release date
- 22 Sep '23
TRACK LISTING
1. Sorry (Won’t Cut It) Feat. Olivier St Louis
2. Shine A Light On Your Mirror
3. A Matter Of Fact
4. Rosewoods
5. All Of The Above
6. Clay Dots
7. Sunbursting Feat. Óskar Guðjónsson
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- FR292
- Release date
- 22 Sep '23
Leading the charge, Laroye is joined by influential Detroit artist, DJ, producer and vocalist Javonntte who has written and recorded a brilliant vocal for a track entitled "First Sight". Laroye’s fat beats, jazzy chords and soulful touch make the perfect production for Javonntte’s vocals.
Up next we have the Percussive Dub mix of Uku Dance in which Laroye strips things back to the bare bones making for a serious percussion tool work out to spice up your sets.
On "Uku Dance" a bass-heavy groove is punctuated with vocal chops and deep Rhodes part which adds a moody, late night touch. Just the kind of soulful, dubby, afro track that will get the house dancers throwing down like their lives depended on it! Closing out the release you’ll find an instrumental version of "First Sight".
TRACK LISTING
A1. Uku Dance
A2. Uku Dub
B1. First Sight (ft. Javonntte)
B2. First Sight (ft. Javonntte) (Instrumental)
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- Ltd 12"
- £13.99
Usually ships within: 2-5 days - Cat Number
- 12MUTE663
- Release date
- 22 Sep '23
- Format Info
Limited Edition of 1000.
Limited Edition of 1000.
This follows the release of their album 1982, and includes 3 remixes of tracks from the record and a brand new track ‘Day by Day’. The remixers on the EP are fellow mancunians Werkha and Jade Parker, as well as close friend Andy Meecham aka Emperor Machine, who originally contributed keyboards and electronic percussion to the very track he’s reworked, ‘Constant Curve.’ The EP also includes a remix of the popular single ‘SAMO’, which spent 4 weeks on the BBC 6Music playlist, accompanied by an animated lyric video paying homage to the graffiti tag it was named after by Al Diaz and American artist and wunderkind, Jean-Michel Basquiat. The final track on the EP is a remix of ‘Waiting on a Train’, presenting a new and special version of the original song, with the presence of the featuring artists, Ellen Beth Abdi and Chunky, remaining strong.
Formed in 1978 with a core line-up of Jez Kerr, Martin Moscrop and Donald Johnson, A Certain Ratio emerged from the hallowed grounds of the late 70s punk scene, and from that day on they’ve moved forwards with gleeful disregard for the boundaries of style and genre, their eye fixed firmly on constant progression.
To celebrate their 45th anniversary and support the release on 2023 EP, ACR will be taking to the road to play a select number of shows in the UK and Europe, which will see them play all of their 45s in chronological order across 2 sets in one evening in venues hand picked by the band all with limited capacity.
TRACK LISTING
A1 Day By Day
A2 SAMO (Werkha Remix)
B1 Constant Curve - Feat. Ellen Beth Abdi (Emperor Machine Extended Rework)
B1 Waiting On A Train - Feat. Ellen Beth Abdi & Chunky (Jade Parker Remix)
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- 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- WNK016
- Release date
- 22 Sep '23
Forever pushing the envelope, Hall hits with three dynamic cuts that flow from rapid fire, synth heavy techno to glitching, low-end electro and atmospheric electronica.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Newman
B1. Shanks
B2. Williams
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- 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- HOTC217
- Release date
- 22 Sep '23
Since his first outing back in 2012, wAFF has been an integral part of the Hot Creations family, remixing various releases and dropping a total of four EPs - the last being ‘Sick Pleasure’ in 2016, which still stands today as a highlight in the label’s extensive catalogue. Marking a long-awaited return to Jamie Nature imprint over that period further establishing him as a leading name, he arrives fresh from his third Paradise show of the season ready to ignite dancefloors with a trio of irresistible beats on ‘Slapfunk’.
Title track ‘Slapfunk’ opens the release with shifting stabs, warping bass patterns and fizzing lead synths, steadily progressing into a menacing club-focused workout. Continuing his signature style, ‘Questions’ showcases a blend of pulsating beats synchronised with a warped vocal topline that enhances the allure. Finally, ‘Next Game’ delivers a punchy trip loaded with subtle minimal-leaning influences, combining chopped vocal snippets with slick, stripped-back percussion.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Slapfunk
B1. Questions
B2. Next Game
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- IIB 068
- Release date
- 15 Sep '23
TRACK LISTING
Quest
Never Stop
Dzis
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- 12"
- £14.99
- Cat Number
- VOV 17
- Release date
- 15 Sep '23
TRACK LISTING
Hold On
Hold On (YSE Saint Laur'Ant Extended Mix)
Why Did You Leave
Why Did You Leave (YSE Saint Laur'Ant Dub Mix)
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- Ltd 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- FR290
- Release date
- 15 Sep '23
Opening track "Natural Child" leads the charge with Crackazat’s trademark jazz-influenced piano part, swirling Moog lines and vocal being complimented with Jimpster’s punchy drums and warm, rounded bassline. The result is a spacious and deceptively simple track which will wrap you up in its warm confines.
Next up we have a completely different take on "Natural Child" which ups the BPM and adds a more live, percussive and rolling vibe which will no doubt get the house dancers throwing down.
"My Harmony" comes next with its slick and soulful sound which draws inspiration from golden era NYC sounds of Blaze and Louie Vega while Nick Cohen’s live bass brings a bounce to the chunky, shuffling house beats.
Closing out the EP we have a dub version of "My Harmony" which loops up the Rhodes part, strips back the groove and adds layers of FX and arpeggiating synths resulting in a heads-down deep and soulful track to warm up the dance floor.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Long serving house vets Jimpster & Crackazat grace the equally persistent Freerange for an EP of deep and soulful house music. RIYL: Peven Everett, Timmy Regisford & Louie Vega.TRACK LISTING
A1. Natural Child
A2. Natural Child (Dub)
B1. My Harmony
B2. My Harmony (Dub)
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- 12" EP
- £14.99
Usually ships within: 2-5 days - Cat Number
- FRO009
- Release date
- 15 Sep '23
Individually and together, Chloé Robinson and DJ ADHD are becoming one of the most formidable and creative pairings in the electronic music circuit today.
TRACK LISTING
01. Chloé Robinson + DJ ADHD - Get Me
02. Chloé Robinson + DJ ADHD – Genius
03. Chloé Robinson + DJ ADHD – Dream
04. DJ ADHD – 212
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- Ltd 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- DBR001
- Release date
- 15 Sep '23
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Jagged and hard-edged modern bass-n-ruckus with a hardcore-influenced mindset that's bang on the money right now.TRACK LISTING
A1. Slow Moving
A2. 54321
B1. Wake Up
B2. Don’t Say A Word
B3. Spinner
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- Ltd 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- N4014
- Release date
- 15 Sep '23
Music-wise expect heavily tiimmeessttrrretched and mangled breaks, growling subs and the odd smattering of hardcore vox twisted to oblivion through the Amiga's infamous sequencing program: Tracker. It's pretty mad to think that the development of jungle was heavily indebted to this piece of software - pretty much the equivalent of when loads of working class Chicago kids discovered the 303 ten years previous. Technology can often inspire and cause serious cultural shifts (just look at the Instagram-centric world we live in today!) but back then, it all seemed so much more creative and revolutionary!
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Real retrotastic jungle business here by Pete Cannon who unashamedly boasts the virtues of the Amiga's Tracker program, pivotal in the development of the genre during its embryonic phase. It's quite astonishing when you consider how limited the system was in terms of processing power, memory etc. A proper blast of innovation that's left a permanent mark on underground dance culture.TRACK LISTING
A1. Booyaka
A2. Reaching Out
AA1. Come Rude Boy
AA2. Falling
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- EARTHLY021
- Release date
- 8 Sep '23
For Sidirum this release is about the beauty of chance. Samples that he has found from near & far over many years of producing finally find a home. 'Donde' in particular is a special track, he says "it is the track where I found my voice again. I have not used it in a song for almost 10 years." 'Ex-Plane' is heavily influenced by his love for Reggae, which runs throughout the whole track. 'Total Interior' is a perfect dance-floor ready track - with the help of multi-instrumentalist Pedro Alvide, the track builds a musical progression that dives into perfect sunset vibes with uplifting energy - ready for a peak time festival set.
After a number of other releases, 'Iris' is an EP where Sidirum feels that he has finally found himself again musically. In a way it's a summary of the places he’s been in the past, intertwined with his ideas in the present, making for a truly unique & pleasant listening experience.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Ex-Plane
A2. Total Interior
B1. IrisB2Cielo Spike
B3. Donde
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- Ltd 12"
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- ESP115
- Release date
- 8 Sep '23
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Tectonic power that bangs and rumbles in all the right places. Summoning up ghosts of rave's past and present, and shaking warehouses to their very foundations.TRACK LISTING
A1. Gossip Is The Devil's Radio
A2. Good Question
B1. Strings Of Sorrow
B2. Perpetual Conflict
B3. G.E.L.
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- 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- RS2207
- Release date
- 1 Sep '23
Via releases for Metalheadz, Rupture London and System Music, amongst others, the ascending producer from Cardiff has impressed with his unique take on drum & bass, and more recently via grime influenced dubstep.
A thrilling hybrid of sounds and rhythms are pulled together on the ‘Deity Spear’ release as Quartz deploys angular breakbeats, gargantuan bass tones, convoluted rhythms, and panoramic sound design across four mesmerising tracks.
The opening track ‘Lilac Cobwebs’ is a reference and homage to his deceased mother, featuring a snippet of one of her last voice notes to him, and a reference to a colour he fondly remembers of her.
A spellbinding and dense release from one of the UK’s most audacious producers.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: R&S are at it again, scouting the talents of Cardiff's Quartz aka Elliot Garvey. The music speaks for itself - hi-tek & scrambled DnB with metallic sfx and that moody, space-age, dystopian aesthetic that pulls it straight outta the future. Mega stuff.TRACK LISTING
A1. Lilac Cobwebs (ft. Selena Jones)
A2. Deity Spear
B1. Cosmic Horror
B2. Switchblade Groove
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- 2xLtd LP
- £28.99
- Cat Number
- ABPLP008
- Release date
- 25 Aug '23
This compilation meticulously curates handpicked tracks from Megalon's 1993 collection, featuring music from their EPs released on the legendary Plink Plonk label during that year. By delving into these archival tracks, the compilation effortlessly showcases Megalon's signature blend of modern, forward-thinking, and impeccably sleek techno hybrids. Prepare yourself for a diverse range of musical moods that provide a comprehensive 360° sonic experience of Megalon's esteemed catalog, ranging from deep techno meditations to high-octane dancefloor anthems.
Every track included in this compilation has been meticulously sourced from Megalon's original DAT tape archive and expertly remastered by the highly skilled Curvepusher. Furthermore, the artwork and design have been thoughtfully crafted under the watchful eye of Rogan Jeans, the original Plink Plonk Records and Megalon designer, ensuring a visually captivating experience that complements the music perfectly.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Belief
A2. Darkness (Shaded In)
B. Sorcerer (Funky Magus Mix)
C1. Semblance (Dim A)
C2. Incantation
D1. Semblance (Dim B)
D2. Transition
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- Ltd 12"
- £12.99
- Cat Number
- CMB001
- Release date
- 25 Aug '23
Lead track "Lost In The System" features retro stylings and gritty electro bass hooks. This is swiftly followed up by "Multislacking", the result of a weekend spent twisting up a modular rig, with wonky bass squelches and 80s pads underpinned by slamming beats.
On the flip side, "Culture Vulture" introduces some heavy 303 workouts, before "After The Fact" rounds off the EP nicely, taking the acid vibe in a slightly darker direction with wonky Reese synth fills and jacked up breaks.
There's a rich sense of cybernetic atmosphere throughout, with just the right amount of squelch and snap present in Kalcagni's synths and drum machines. The EP is mixed and mastered cohesively; with a dull layer of sonic oxidation giving it a rough but penetrating edge.
RIYL: Ceephax, Roy Of The Ravers, Analord-era AFX, Luke Vibert etc.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: New local producer from Levenshume debuts on his own label. We're really liking the sound of this - stronger and tougher than 95% of the new electro also-rans; Kalcagni clearly has his collection of machines under control.TRACK LISTING
A1. Lost In The System
A2. Multislacking
B1. Culture Vulture
B2. After The Fact
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- Ltd 12"
- £12.99
- Cat Number
- CMB002
- Release date
- 25 Aug '23
Kicking off with "Mute Mode", which is perhaps the most anthemic we've heard the producer thus far. Channeling deep house and acid melodics, laced over chunky breaks and a warm analog bass; it has a post-peak afterglow and invigorating energy oft lacking from the electro genre. "Up Here (In The Head)" follows up with another 303 workout, layered with infectious bass hooks and effected synth trills and driven by a high octane electro groove full of wet splashy snares and skeletal hi-hat rhythms.
On the flip side, "System Addict" ups the BPM’s and flexes a more upfront electro groove, with beefy drums, gnarly stabs and a twisted, resonant bassline that bites at the ankles of the dancefloor. Meanwhile "Worn Out Version" provides a more mellow and alternative vibe to close out the EP, with squelchy modular synth riffs and lush minor chords that recall Radioactive Man's playful mainframe excursions.
Seriously promising stuff from this local producer - don't get left in the void!
RIYL: Ceephax, Roy Of The Ravers, Analord-era AFX, Luke Vibert etc.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: The second of two EPs introducing a new local talent from Levenshume. Kalcagni's ability to juxtapose deep atmospheres with jarring rhythms and robust productions is beautifully displayed across these four storming electro growlers. Big tip and a producer to keep an eye on.TRACK LISTING
A1. Mute Mode
A2. Up Here (In The Head)
B1. System Addict
B2. Worn Out Version
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- Ltd 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- BADREP001
- Release date
- 25 Aug '23
Essential for mashup fans, bar DJs and token festival day time slots. See also: Beatconductor.
Limited copies!
TRACK LISTING
A1 Superjaxx (afreaklisticMChammerdocious)
A2 Bad Production
B1 Dirty Message
B2 Knockin Chop
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- 12" EP
£11.99£7.99- Cat Number
- 4AD0612T (JAN24SALE)
- Release date
- 18 Aug '23
- Format Info
Neon yellow vinyl.
Neon yellow vinyl.*** REDUCED *** -
- CD EP
- £5.99
Usually ships within: 2-5 days - Cat Number
- 4AD0612CDS
- Release date
- 18 Aug '23
Last month’s single ‘cicciolina’ was a perfect introduction, a tribute to the Hungarian-Italian pornstar turned politician Ilona Staller, aka Cicciolina. The new single ‘gothgirl1’ opens another chapter. Written with Nick Launay (Kate Bush, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, The Slits), during the band’s stay at Barbizon, “a magical artist hotel nestled on the edge of a mushroom forest,” the result is a four-minute cut of hypnotizing eroticism that perfectly captures the dark mysticism of its genesis.
phantasea pharm follows last year’s standalone single ‘dumb bitch’ and EP’s c*mgirl8 (2020) and RIPc*mgirl8 (2021), and arrives in the midst of their headlining EU/UK tour and festival run that has seen them play Primavera, The Great Escape, London Calling, and more. c*mgirl8 will then make their return to UK later this Summer joining the line-up for Greenman and Core Festival after having opened for Le Tigre in North America.
TRACK LISTING
1. Cicciolina
2. Dead Pixels
3. Cursed Angel
4. Picture Party Ft. Christeene
5. Gothgirl1
6. Pritney Llc
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- Ltd 12"
- £14.99
- Cat Number
- GR-12110
- Release date
- 18 Aug '23
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Remember when this one dropped on Lustpoderosa some eight years ago? Targeting the ascendency of the Italo resurgence brilliantly, it become a cult artefact of the era. Now Groovin do the right thing and offer up an official licensed reissue for those who missed it first time round. File next to Count Von Delicious, Senor Chug, Il Bosco, Alexander Robotnick etc etc.TRACK LISTING
A1. Miami Phonecall
A2. Echange Mystique
B1. Disco Prohibido
B2. Penisola D`Amore
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- Ltd 12"
- £18.99
- Cat Number
- CR003
- Release date
- 18 Aug '23
It's a cosmic liftoff with the mind warping sonic sounds of "Planet Destroy". Radioactive Man's funk-fueled remix has an infectious 303 bassline that takes the listener on a jackin' journey. On the flip side "Exit Now" moves into driving hypnotic synths with sizzling percussion throughout. "No Future" dips the dancefloor into a twisting wormhole of intergalactic grooves. The EP closes with the dark dystopian synths and extraterrestrial layers of "It’s Only Lies Around Me".
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: As usual, mainframe destruction from Ara-U and Radioactive Man who deploy their own brand of funk-laced electro and growling analogue synthesis.TRACK LISTING
A1. Planent Destroy
A2. Planent Destroy (Radioactive Man Remix)
B1. Exit Now
B2. No Future
B3. It’s Only Lies Around Me
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- 12" EP
- £16.99
Usually ships within: 2-5 days - Cat Number
- DS173T
- Release date
- 18 Aug '23
TRACK LISTING
1. Mother Ft. SYML
2. Venera
3. Not As I
4. All Roads
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- Ltd 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- PAMPA040
- Release date
- 18 Aug '23
"Candidasa" and "Wespennest" are the result of DJ Kozes inspiring stay in a secluded Benedictine monastery on the enchanting island of Sulawesi. Amidst this idyllic setting, he found the perfect environment to unleash his musical vision. He composed all of the music of "Candidasa" while lying on his stomach, in an act of deepest devotion and self-reflection. In doing so, he fed exclusively on so-called heroin kebabs to immerse himself in a trance-like state of creative flow. The result is a soundscape of unimagined depth and beauty that enchants the senses and transports listeners to another dimension by massively increasing the frequency of flicker fusion.
On "Wespennest” the wonderful Sophia Kennedy takes the stage and breathes a new dimension into the music with her impactful lyrics and vocals. With generous dedication, Sophia has provided exclusive excerpts of her yet unreleased songs, giving this track a radiant psychedelic power. The combination of DJ Kozes musical genius and Sophia Kennedy's glorious vocals creates a club track full of wonderment, opening up a mystical rapturous world for listeners. Already an instant classic of German dance music.
With "Candidasa" and "Wespennest" DJ Koze has once again pushed the boundaries of electronic sounds and created a spiritual journey that touches the soul and frees the mind. This EP is the first harbinger of his highly anticipated new album, which will be released in 2024. The time until the release can be wonderfully bridged with the magical album "Hit Parade", which DJ Koze has produced for the British legend Róisín Murphy and on which we can be carried away into the world of musical brilliance.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: A new record from maverick German Stefan Kozalla always causes a bit of a stir round these parts. As wild and as oddball as ever, this double header displays his unique sonic artistry in fine form. Coupled with some inventive song writing to boot. It's another winner from the highly acclaimed producer.TRACK LISTING
A1.Wespennest (feat. Sophia Kennedy) 8:03
B1. Candidasa 10:21
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- 12"
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- MAGIC012
- Release date
- 11 Aug '23 (originally released 13 Dec '19)
"Minhocao" trades the horse for a racing car and takes you on a cruise on the same-named elevated highway that leads through the city of Sao Paulo. Surrounded by driving beats, guitar single-notes, massive synth-bass howls and a gritty Moog theme, this jam is a hell of a joyride!
Khidja strips down the original title track to its core and creates a solely percussive version in a half-time groove. By adding a virtuoso qanon / saz-like sound the tune develops an arabesque flavour with a dubby bass as the cherry on the top.
TRACK LISTING
A. Sky, Horse And Catch
B1. Minhocao
B2. Sky, Horse And Catch (Khidja Remix)
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- 10"
- £11.99
- Cat Number
- WAH10004
- Release date
- 11 Aug '23
The lead single "Hado Deeli" roughly translates to "My Rival" and is a vibrant discussion between two rivals, one of whom is always making a fuss about anything and everything, even when things are all good! "Gargar", with its collaboration of xylophone, whistles, Wiyaala's effervescent vocals and relentless groove represents, quite literally, the band's "joining together" for this EP. In contrast, "I Know" sees Sonny Johns takes over lead vocal duties to lament the breakdown of a relationship accompanied by muted horns and Wiyaala's soothing backing vocals. "Nimmbalia" continues in a mellow and reassuring tone before emerging as one of the most uplifting and simultaneously fierce cuts on the EP! The traditional version of "Bawa" - the original take of which can be found on last year's "Small Small" LP - strips things back a little, before culminating in a battle of xylophone, whistles and choir. "Yeri Villa" has a wonderfully laid back, sun drenched feel with some truly beautiful vocal refrains, and finally - only available on the digital version - comes the deeply percussive and trance inducing "Darpeny", rounding off a rather stunning EP from this cross continental outfit.
All tracks feature Ghanaian singer, song-writer, model and actor, Wiyaala. With a strong fanbase in Africa and beyond, "the lioness" made her mark on Wah Wah 45s and BBC 6 Music last year when she featured on the A-listed "Senye", described as "perfection" by Annie Mac and "pure joy!" by Tash LC.
TRACK LISTING
1. Hado Deeli (feat. Wiyaala)
2. Gargar (feat. Wiyaala)
3. I Know (feat. Wiyaala)
4. Nimmbalia (feat. Wiyaala)
5. Bawa (Traditional) [feat. Wiyaala]
6. Yeri Villa (feat. Wiyaala)
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- Ltd 12"
- £17.99
- Cat Number
- LAB010
- Release date
- 11 Aug '23
With its tribal beats, Japanese-inspired instrumentation and infectious energy, every element of the track 'Pico' has been crafted for summer festivals & parties through its euphoric blending of different styles - creating something unique and unforgettable.
The title track ‘Pico’ blends organic drum work with effortlessly unique and compelling synths to create a detailed sonic landscape, presenting new discoveries upon every re-listen.
‘Kanari’ adopts a darker edge with growling bass, haunting melodies and pulsating FX. A true heads-down roller likely to transport dancers to new realms.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Airy tropical house with modern engineering that's supremely festival friendly. Every clued up kid from Houghton to Dimensions is gonna dig these flavours, so expect a rush of train spotters asking for track IDs when this one drops.TRACK LISTING
A1. Pico (Original Mix)
A2. Kanari
A3. Pico (Radio Edit)
B1. Monnaka
B2. Nether Portal
B3. Elder Garden
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- Ltd 12"
- £23.99
- Cat Number
- SCR004
- Release date
- 4 Aug '23
Featuring producer MiTM aka Eddie Taylor, and singer songwriter Shelby Carmel - both from Leeds - the EP features three original tracks plus a mash-up style remix of eurodance project JK vs. Nicole J McCloud cleverly entitled "You Make Me Rock The House".
MiTM opens with the rampant piano riifs and fruity vox of "Nasty'er" - which seems to combine Fantazia-era handbag house stylings and the fairground qualities of happy hardcore into a dizzying sugar rush of enjoyment.
Next up, MiTM is joined by James Sammon aka The Pianoman - responsible for Maxime's classics such as "Cast A Spell", and "Tribute To Asha" - for a ingenious mashup which features Nicole's "Rock The House" vocal over JK's "You Make Me Feel Good" instrumental - an instant piano house anthem and one of the crowning glories of the series so far!
Side B sees MiTM hit the accelerator with "Loving You" - utilizing JX's "Son Of A Gun" vocal to devastating effect whilst a jubilant and funky piano and bass groove ensure arms aloft and spirits high. Finally, Shelby Carmel concludes the EP in mighty fine style with an exceptional cover of True Faith's "Take Me Away" - singing the vocal herself, adding fizzy synth stabs and switching up the original's breakbeat for a more 4/4 pounder which flips into an cheeky bassline / 4X4 drop after the breakdown; adding her own personality onto this bona fide rave anthem.
Absolutely top drawer stuff from start to finish. Relive the feels of that golden 90s period with the Salford City Records massive!
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: One of my favourites from SCR - not least due to that amazing JK vs. Nicole mash-up. Although retrotastic in nature these are relatively new cuts from the crew - for those with a Maximes, Bowlers or Angles itch they need to scratch.TRACK LISTING
A1. MiTM - Nasty'er Original Mix
A2. JK VS Nicole - You Make Me Rock The House (Pianoman MITM Bootleg Mix)
B1. MiTM - Loving You Original Mix
B2. Shelby Carmel -Take Me Away
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- 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- DOG92
- Release date
- 4 Aug '23
Opening track Rhythm sets the pace with a loopy, uptempo filter house track which takes you straight to the dance floor. Reminding us of that classic DJ Q sound of the late 90’s the fellow Scotsmen let things roll, the one bar re peating bass sample hooking you in whilst dubbed out FX add a trippy touch.
Next up things go nice and deep on Truth with a repeating piano sample tak ing centre stage whilst trademark 6BP vocals filter in and out of the mix. Later on we’re treated to some classic Philly strings which lift the track, adding a euphoric element to this pensive yet uplifting little groover.
Rounding off the EP things go deeper still on Keep On, a subtle, mid tempo house chugger which will set the tone perfectly in any warm up set worth its salt whilst maintaining that distinctive warm and musical 6th Borough flavour we know and love.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Back on home turn, 6th Borough Project deploy more of their concentric deep house goodness with three fresh tracks executed in the duo's trademark, luscious form. Whether your grooving on the terrace or hightailing it down the highway on your way to the next party - the unrelenting wiggly of these three tracks should keep you fuelled.TRACK LISTING
A. Rhythm
B1. Truth
B2. Keep On
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- Ltd 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- TKG014
- Release date
- 4 Aug '23
The release marks the return of the label founded by Seth Troxler & The Martinez Brothers in 2014. In addition to music from its label heads, Tuskegee Music featured artists including Omar-S, Jamal Moss, K' Alexi Shelby, D-Knox and William Djoko before going into hiatus in 2019. The label’s upcoming schedule will continue to focus on its remit of supporting BIPOC artists, through the elevation of new talent and collaborations with some of house & techno’s most important and influential figures.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Tasty joint from the rising US born, UK residing producer. As usual, MK is on point, delivering the high octane house pressure for us eager dancers.TRACK LISTING
A1. Sex & The City
A2. Sex & The City (Instrumental)
B1. Sex & The City (MK Extended Remix)
B2. Sex & The City (MK Dub In The CIty)
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- 12"
- £14.99
- Cat Number
- NUNS058V
- Release date
- 28 Jul '23
On the Healer EP, the Istanbul-based producer showcases the more atmospheric, sun-kissed end of her productions, taking a turn away from synth-powered, disco-leaning club tracks towards something more suitable for al-fresco events, sun-down sets, and sofa-bound listening sessions.
Inspired by a poem inscribed on the back cover of the EP, Erbay’s two original instrumental tracks simply ooze with emotion. The poem tells the story of a whale searching for her family while helping others along the way, which acts as a metaphor for our wider search for belonging and acceptance.
This aural narrative unfolds firstly across ‘Heart of a Healer’, a slowly unfurling stunner in which emotion-rich chords, gentle electronic melodies and Erbay’s poignant and picturesque piano motifs, gently rise above a chunky dub disco bassline and mid-tempo, triple-time drums.
Delving further, the effortlessly emotional, life-affirming composition ‘Healer Whale’, where Erbay’s impeccable piano playing ushers in languid, jazz-flecked drums, dubby bass, sumptuous synth-strings and colourful, slow-moving chords.
On remix dutires, NYC-based Italian Danilo Braca, who also mastered the release, provides a fine club-focused fix of ‘Heart of a Healer’, laced with crunchy machine drums and undulating TB-303 acid lines. NuNorthern Soul regular Marshall Watson handles ‘Healer Whale’, first delivering a fine ‘Remix’ version that effortlessly blurs the boundary between dub disco and Balearic nu-disco, before serving up a shorter, ambient ‘Reprise’ version.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: It might be pissing it down in the UK right now - but we're in peak season Balearic! Phil Coopers' NuNorthern Soul can always be relied upon for the paradisiacal vibrations and this new one by Zeynep Erbay is no exception. Hammocks at the ready!TRACK LISTING
A1. Heart Of A Healer [Original]
A2. Heart Of A Healer [Danilo Braca Remix]
B1. Whale Healer [Original]
B2. Whale Healer [Marshall Watson Remix]
B3. Whale Healer [Marshall Watson Reprise]
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- Coloured LP
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- AMP006LPC
- Release date
- 28 Jul '23
- Format Info
Yellow coloured vinyl.
Yellow coloured vinyl. -
- Ltd LP
- £14.99
Usually ships within: 2-10 days - Cat Number
- AMP006LPB
- Release date
- 28 Jul '23
- Format Info
Black vinyl.
Black vinyl.
TRACK LISTING
1. Aside From Growing Old
2. Rock Pool
3. Perfume Days
4.I Just Wanna Be Good
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- 12"
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- IEMV004
- Release date
- 28 Jul '23
The brainchild of Thom Parris & Alfie Aukett from Next Door Records, Stinkbug is a sonic exploration into the many crossover possibilities of sub driven bass music and forward thinking techno.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: High end and creative experiments within the dub / techno framework. "Dr Who?" sounds like Radioactive Man whilst the other three possess an electro-roots vibe that's quite unique!TRACK LISTING
A1. Initialise
A2. Di Minah
B1. Dr. Who?
B2. Initialise (gallegos Dub)
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- LP
- £22.99
- Cat Number
- SWP009V
- Release date
- 21 Jul '23
A spiritually, and methodically united front, Miss Tiny’s universe is a thoroughly explored romance between heritage, rebellion, and years old friendship; a triptych of variables all gravitating towards one signalled output, with no real sense of time, or external pressures. Having spent the best part of a decade orchestrating haphazard jam-sessions, Carey and Romans-Hopcraft would eventually go on to discover a fundamental principle of their own. One which would come to define Miss Tiny, throughout her various forms and guises.
“We called it anti-recording,” continues Carey. “Only doing it for the pleasure of doing it”. When fully committing to this practice, the music meticulously follows two courses; refine, or degrade. Perfect the moment, or let it go; never to be heard, or re-lived ever again for fear that the action of pressing record, would inevitably take ownership of the occasion and lead the experimentation into a downward spiral towards something all-together tangible.
The irony of a seminal producer and critically revered musician banding together out of mutual distaste for recording, is not one that’s gone amiss. In fact, they’ll be the first to proudly call it into question- and yet still, Miss Tiny holds her own despite all peripheral associations, and would eventually go on to be documented. These aren’t ‘sit-down-and-write-a-song’ kinda songs. These spurts of spontaneity which would, in time, ultimately form the duo's debut EP ‘DEN7’, are years’ worth of trial and error. Trial and elation. A process in which strong technique and melodic-manipulation are the sole foundations required to reinvent the meaning of memory; be it guitar and drums, or flesh and blood.
Produced and recorded at Carey’s ‘Speedy Wunderground’ studio in Streatham, ‘DEN7’ is a masterful introduction to a group whose members need none. Through chopping, editing, and re-defining their improvised segments into songs which they could eventually go on to learn, Carey and Romans-Hopcraft by chance, stumbled upon gold-dust. Like Alice and her looking glass, our two protagonists effortlessly pass through all notions of engineered logic in order to see beyond the expected. The bigger picture perhaps. Or the magic in the small things that matter most.
STAFF COMMENTS
Liam says: New mega EP from super producer Dan Carey and Ben Romans-Hopcraft of shop faves Childhood and Warmduscher, Miss Tiny's 'DEN7' is scuzzy slice of choppy post-punk that is full of groove and intriguing ideas - don't sleep on this!TRACK LISTING
1. River Hands
2. Sailing
3. The Beggar
4. The Sound
5. Grit
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- 12"
- £14.99
- Cat Number
- CYPHN05
- Release date
- 21 Jul '23
Here on his Thermionic EP Terrace sings out with such intensity that minds are blown. Listen to the brutal, exhilarating sequences of Territorial, which leads the new EP, and you will receive that message loud and clear. While the music is as much about the consequence of soulful depth, it is also about edgy machines communicating intimately. Delving into a more insightful breakdown of the artist’s genius process you can also hear how sweet chords fuse and then contrast with grainy Acidic sonics, leaving the tempo poised at an irresistible pace like all our futures depended on it. Complex yet not overly complicated there is an emotional directness pitched between the artist and audience that typifies all exceptional music. Such is the case evidently here and now.
As you move next onto the more subtle electro pulse of Thermon, shimmering keys dance around a frame by frame remembrance of robotic disco in the 23rd century. Again, each layer sizzles with the spark of electricity energising the atmospheres while continuously constructing worlds of dangerous discourse, fuelled only by the white-hot energy of the discotheque. The uplifting brilliance of Woodward follows filling the void with an explosion of colour that is all about life-affirming instrumentation, hitting you fast and loose with a cascade of arpeggios, tough drums plus an incendiary surge of melodic distraction causing the airwaves to crackle with celebration.
Completing this stunning release from Terrace are the fierce, hotwired grooves forged by Ritual, conjuring up endless combinations of an analogue model rediscovered. The sheer dancefloor animation found within each of Terrace’s productions on this EP purposefully point to and enhance Cyphon Recordings own mission to explore, propelling the emphasis forever forwards.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Territorial
A2. Thermon
B1. Woodward
B2. Ritual
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- Coloured LP
- £18.99
Usually ships within: 2-10 days - Cat Number
- FIRELP714
- Release date
- 7 Jul '23
- Format Info
Limited white vinyl edition.- Includes MP3 Download Code.
Limited white vinyl... [ + ]
Recalling the tangled indie-rock of Holly Humberstone, Soccer Mommy, and Phoebe Bridgers, and underpinned by spiky, surging guitars, the songs unearth tenderness, even as they rage.
In Theory Depression marks the artist’s most introspective writing yet, but as much as the lyrics excavate from hidden depths, they’re often paired with widescreen, cinematic-sounding melodies. It brings to mind both the dazzling soundscapes of Mazzy Star, the witty bite of Liz Phair, and the subtle punk influences of Juliana Hatfield, who also spins the genre’s more relentless strains into snarling and bittersweet alternative pop.
THALA has just wrapped up a joint UK tour, alongside showcases at Austin’s SXSW and with Brighton’s Great Escape festival also on the horizon. Having already won the backing of BBC Radio 1’s Jack Saunders, Wonderland Magazine and Clash, THALA’s ascent is only set to continue.
TRACK LISTING
A1 You Had 2
A2 Curtain Call
A3 Easy Out
B1 Are You Thinking Of Me
B2 Sink
B3 In Theory Depression
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- KT027V
- Release date
- 30 Jun '23
Based on the balearic island of Ibiza, Giuseppe Tuccillo, better known simply by his last name is a producer synonymous with a groove driven sound which blurs the lines between House, Deep House, Disco and Micro House with unparalleled finesse. Over the years his music has graced the likes of Nu Groove, Kwench, 20:20 Vision, Defected and Holic Trax, run by Tomoki Tamura with whom he collaborates on the Doublet project.
Here though, Tuccillo’s latest works come via the much-loved Kerri Chandler helmed, Kaoz Theory. Title-track ‘The Waves’ leads the way and winds through bright stab sequences, crisp drums and processed vocal textures. ‘Breaking Leds’ follows next and divers deep with diva vocals, classic house chords, pulsating subs and skippy drums before ‘Apple Eyes’ shifts the focus over to reduced percussion, dubbed out stabs and a snaking bass line.
Opening the flip side is ‘Good Vibration’, as the name would suggest a feel good journey through a bouncy bass line, intricately programmed organic drums and hypnotic vocal chants before ‘Around Five’ then concludes the EP, piecing together gritty bass flutters, a bumpy drum workout, subtly unfurling atmospherics and psychedelic, swirling guitars.
TRACK LISTING
A1. The Waves
A2. Breaking Leds
B1. Apple Eyes
B2. Around Five
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- Ltd 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- REKIDS225
- Release date
- 23 Jun '23
As one of techno’s originators, Eddie Fowlkes has shaped the genre for over 36 years. With his releases on Metroplex, Tresor, Sony, Peacefrog, and his own imprints CityBoy Records and Detroit Wax, Fowlkes' contribution to the blueprint of modern electronic music cannot be overstated.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: A true pioneer; Eddie Fowlkes has shaped the techno genre since day dot. His productions have always contained a maverick and reckless air; whilst also displaying some seriously advanced and sophisticated skills. He continues to be relevant and continues to push himself now; at 60 years old! Often overshadowed by Derrick May, Juan Atkins et al - Flashin' Fowlkes is a true legend of Detroit techno.TRACK LISTING
A1. Bahama Man
A2. Follow Me
B1. Chi 2022
B2. Cube
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- Ltd 12"
- £24.99
- Cat Number
- SGR007
- Release date
- 23 Jun '23
On the flip, "Addiction (The Tunnel Mix)" is a more celebratory and buoyant number than its darker cousin over on side A. Sugar-rushed female vox pairing beautifully with rising pads, flanging perx and frenetic arpeggios. A real fairground treat, with perfectly timed drops and breakdowns; pulsating with that day-glo ecstasy energy throughout.
Officially licensed, 180g vinyl pressing.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: As we near the end of Salford City Records' frankly commendable and thoroughly extensive piano house reissue campaign there's still some gems to unearth. Void's tracks have featured previously in the series but now the label gift us the two most regarded mixes of "Orcana" and "Addiction". A huge one for the Angels / Bowlers / Thunderdome crowds of the 90s.TRACK LISTING
A. Orcana (Wellys Warehouse Mix)
B. Addiction (The Tunnel Mix)
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- Coloured LP
- £31.99
- Cat Number
- 0093624867678
- Release date
- 16 Jun '23
- Format Info
Pink vinyl.
Pink vinyl.
The 4 tracks on this LP are on the 6 CD Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots 20th Anniversary Box Set but are not included on the 5 LP version of the box set.
The centrepiece of the LP is the 24-minute epic “Psychedelic Hypnotist Daydream (demo)”. Three other tracks from the CD box set are included, also receiving their first release on LP – notably the instrumental version of “Do You Realize??”. Over 32 minutes of music, pressed on Limited Edition Pink Vinyl.
TRACK LISTING
Side A
1. Psychedelic Hypnotist Daydream (Demo)
Side B
1. Duck Dodgers Theme (Duck Dodgers Demo: With Wayne Scratch Vocal.
2. I Know I’ve Got To Make That Dream The Real Thing (Demo)
3. Do You Realise?? (Instrumental)
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- LP
- £22.99
Usually ships within: 3-10 days - Cat Number
- 5054197525247
- Release date
- 16 Jun '23
- Format Info
Pressed on 140gm, black recycled vinyl, housed in a 4-colour outer sleeve and printed inner sleeve, featuring a matt dispersion varnish.
Pressed on 140gm, black... [ + ]
Featuring a selection of new (at the time) tracks, a re-work of Lost: Lost+ with Jay-Z and a remix of album track Lovers In Japan.
TRACK LISTING
1. Life In Technicolor II
2. Postcards From Far Away
3. Glass Of Water
4. Rainy Day
5. Prospekt's March / Poppyfields
6. Lost+ (with Jay-Z)
7. Lovers In Japan (Osaka Sun Mix)
8. Now My Feet Won't Touch The Ground
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- 12" EP
- £15.99
Usually ships within: 2-10 days - Cat Number
- SNDW12052
- Release date
- 16 Jun '23
As Pigeon develop and hone their sound further, Afro-disco remains at the core while jazz and no-wave make way for new elements of electro, rock and synth pop. The introduction of sequencers and drum machines sprinkles a little more structure into the mix, however the recording process still very much embodies the DIY spirit of band members that enjoy jamming together.
With previous support from Gilles Peterson, Elton John, Iggy Pop, Bandcamp, NPR, Uncut and many more, the new Pigeon EP will undoubtedly fly off the shelves.
TRACK LISTING
1. Mama Yo Mama Yo
2. Ikanabore
3. Trust
4. Backslider
5. Infinity (Radio Edit)
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- Ltd 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- TOYT148
- Release date
- 2 Jun '23
The results are quite spectacular, existing in a timeless bubble of dreamy house music which take in the tropes of early Italian dance records, add some UK rave attitude and cover the whole thing in a modern polish which gives extra sparkle and shine. Its an addictive formula which has seen her invited to perform at Dekmantel Selectors, Time Warp, Nuits Sonores, Lente Kabinet, Cocktail D'Amore, Flow Festival and many - the future’s bright for this rising star!
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Toytonics have one of the strongest roster's going. And if they keep adding talent like Bárbara Boeing then I can see them being at the top of the game for quite some time to come.TRACK LISTING
A1) Brigada (feat. Phil Mill)
A2) Brasiliana
B1) Brigada (Esa Williams Remix)
B2) Baile Do Silêncio
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- 12"
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- CAL016
- Release date
- 26 May '23 (originally released 4 Jun '21)
STAFF COMMENTS
Patrick says: Clone's Aqualung Series plunge deeper into the Drexciyan waters here, bringing us a much needed reissue of Gerald Donald's first album under the Japanese Telecom alias. Though perhaps not as polished as 2001's 'Virtual Geisha', it's still a vital piece of electro history with a dope Castlevanian aesthetic.TRACK LISTING
01 Rising Sun
02 Japanese Animation
03 Asian Amazons
04 Character Maps
05 Game Player
06 Nipponese Robots
07 Kubi
08 Bullet Train
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- Ltd 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- BM012R
- Release date
- 19 May '23
All tracks possess a speaker-tweakin' warmth, with all elements mixed to perfection and the bass frequencies sitting particularly nice. Mega stuff as per usual with Dez; who should probably be awarded some kind of award for his services to Akai's MPC sampler... Highly recommended import copies that won't hang around long.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Andres doin' what he does best - loose limbed, funky MPC jams brimming with summer soul! BBQ tackle SORTED.TRACK LISTING
A1. Back In My Space
A2. Don’t Be Fooled
B1. Back In My Space (Airport Society Remix)
B2. Back To Nature
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- UR-097
- Release date
- 5 May '23 (originally released 10 Jun '22)
Complimenting the hi-tech jazz flavoured Manu De Fuego (UR-095), also released this week, we have a Drexciyan flavoured release from Wavejumper, another new UR jam to blast away all other competition!
Underwater, squiggly, scuba diving techno and electro that's deliciously textured. You can almost feel the propeller's drag through the aqua-tunnel! Don't need to tell you how quickly these are gonna get snapped up.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Hard to pick a favourite out of the TWO, NEW (!) Underground Resistance records this week. Mana De Fuego sorts out the much needed main room money shot but here Wavejumpers (who?) go on a Drexciyan scuba dive, exploring the sub layers with a street-wise and fierce attitude. It's killer!TRACK LISTING
A1. The Sound
A2. Aquatic Justice
B1. Cetacaen Nation
B2. Decoding The Maps
B3. Sunken Treasure
TRACK LISTING
1. Back Row
2. Crow
3. Dylan
4. Hydroplane
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- HYR7262
- Release date
- 28 Apr '23
Now based in France, inclusive party promoter Pedro Bertho’s music is a melting pot of sound that draws on his own personal heritage and a life spent digging for records. That means that afro rhythms, Italo melodies, rolling reggae, deep house, and plenty more all get mixed up into something new.
They have come on the likes of Cracki Records and always search out innovative ways to bring euphoria to the dance floor.
For the first tune, he works with Mariana Gehring, a Sao Paulo-based singer and composer influenced by new MPB and other signature Brazilian sounds like Forro, Maracatu and Samba.
Their excellent 'Tornei' is a mix of full-fat bass and sensuous vocals. Fizzing synths, percussion and FX bring the energy while Gehring arrives in the breakdowns to bring the spine-tingling soul. Romain FX is a scene mainstay, label head at fauve, boiler room veteran and has released on the likes of Kalahari oyster cult and many more.
His version is a retro workout with lush cosmic melodies and slinky grown-up grooves sure to get the floor full.
Next is 'Elephants au 5eme', a busy mix of analogue drums and hits, wild elephant trumpets and fleshy synths that bring unusual tropical heat to any party. The same track is remixed by label regular and new school Balearic boss my Friend Dario.
He plays with the vocals, layers in shimmering chords, and keeps things dubby to make for another of his signature grooves.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Tornei Feat. Mariana Gehring
A2. Tornei Feat. Mariana Gehring (Romain Fx Remix)
B1. Elephants Au 5eme
B2. Elephants Au 5eme (My Friend Dario Remix)
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- Coloured LP
- £36.99
- Cat Number
- 5054197242755 (#RSD23)
- Release date
- 22 Apr '23
40th anniversary of influential mini-album The Reptile House EP. Out of print on vinyl since 1983. Features the original line-up of Andrew Eldritch (vocals), Craig Adams (bass), Gary Marx (guitar), Ben Gunn (guitar) and Doktor Avalanche (drums).
TRACK LISTING
Side One
Kiss The Carpet [5:55]
Lights [5:51] |
Side Two
Valentine [4:44]
Fix [3:42]
Burn [4:50]
Kiss The Carpet (Reprise) [0:36]
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- 12"
- £22.99
- Cat Number
- SWP011V
- Release date
- 28 Apr '23
Pulling into focus. They passed tracks from initial collaborative song-writing sessions along to Dan Carey, who signed Moreish Idols to his Speedy Wunderground label and produced their first release on the label, the Float EP, in the summer of 2022 (they’d released a pair of self-released 7”s before lockdown). Restless, jerky, jagged and rhythmically centred, many of Float’s energetic pleasures bore the influence of their earlier flirtation of post-punk, but the ruminative When The River Runs Dry spelled deeper treasures lay within, while the erratic, wonderful Speedboat spoke to Moreish Idols’ essential gift for mystery. Lock Eyes & Collide is something else altogether, though – a looser constellation of ideas, a clearer hint of the group’s future.
The elements that compose the EP – swooning tremolo guitars, prickly melodic riddles, erudite saxophone improvs, loose and flexible rhythms – make perfect sense together, on vinyl if not on paper, sounding like Watery, Domestic-era Pavement one second and some bucolic Canterbury Scene prog the next, but always, always like Moreish Idols most of all.
The future that is undefined is limitless. If Lock Eyes & Collide captures Moreish Idols’ present, what do they see in their future? “If we’d just made Float II for our second EP, people would be, ‘Oh, they’re the band that does that,” says Tom. “I’m so glad we’ve made this weird alter-ego of our first EP; now we feel we can do whatever we want.”
TRACK LISTING
1. Nocturnal Creatures
2. Between These Ears
3. Green Light
4. Chum
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- WH003
- Release date
- 28 Apr '23
Miss at your peril.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Double Deb
A2. Boon Rocks
B1. Kool Keith
B2. Splash Gordon
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- Ltd 12"
- u/avbl
- Cat Number
- SC1234
- Release date
- 28 Apr '23
Brilliantly diverse modern boogie flavours for the discerning dancer and jock! Highly recommended!
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: One of my favourite signings of the Star Creature camp, Giovanni Damico can always be relied upon for summat fresh. "Watch Out" takes the boogie template into dazzling new territories - a highly syncopated offering with space-age sfx but with that vintage drum programming and untreated soulful vox that's synonymous with the genre. Sure to be a true classic of the scene that's so far undiscovered.TRACK LISTING
Side 1
1. Watch Out (4:54)
2. Nowhere (5:49)
Side 2
1. Night Time (5:04)
2. Voodoo (5:07)
3. Cowbell (Eeh Aah Eeh) (4:31)
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- TPDD007
- Release date
- 28 Apr '23
Across the 12”, the duo’s natural flair for hi-res IDM-tinged electronica is on full display, with four colourful and playful originals that toy with rhythm, harmony and experimentation with an almost flippent confidence.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Check for that club levelling, palette cleanser "Chelating Ligand". Perfect for muscling some upstart off the decks and setting the tone for summat a bit more sophisticated. Elsewhere, witness ethereal electronics and red-shifted ambience that's beamed across the galaxies. Super strong EP of club / head electronix.TRACK LISTING
A1. Chelating Ligand
A2. Swim Domain
B1. Effigy Tumuli
B2. Aguahoja
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- Ltd 12"
- £22.99
Usually ships within: 2-5 days - Cat Number
- HVN68312 (#RSD23)
- Release date
- 22 Apr '23
A 7-track digital EP released in the back-end of 2022 is released on a 12" for the first time. Featuring 'TILT' reworks from Tame Impala, CC:DISCO!, X-COAST, Daniel Avery, CHAI and Erol Alkan. 'TILT' is the much-loved and acclaimed second album from Confidence Man which came out on Heavenly Recordings in April 2022. Written and self-produced by the band and mixed by Ewan Pearson (Metronomy, Jagwar Ma, Pet Shop Boys, Jessie Ware), the release of 'RE-TILT' follows the band's sold out 2022 headline tour. Starts and lands in time for the summer festival season.
TRACK LISTING
1.1 Holiday (Tame Impala Remix)
1.2 Luvin U Is Easy (Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs Remix)
1.3 Relieve The Pressure (X-COAST Remix)
1.4 Angry Girl (CHAI Version)
2.1 Break It Bought It (CC:DISCO! Dub Mix)
2.2 Feels Like A Different Thing (Daniel Avery Remix)
2.3 Holiday (Erol Alkan OOO Rework)
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- Ltd 12"
- £17.99
Usually ships within: 2-10 days - Cat Number
- SER99951RSD (#RSD23)
- Release date
- 22 Apr '23
Single-sided 12" featuring 2 new originals from RSD US Ambassadors Jason Isbell & Amanda Shires, a reimagined version of "Tour of Duty" from Here We Rest, and a cover of Richard Thompson's "Beeswing". Side B includes a stunning vinyl etching designed by Pearl Rachinsky-Moreland.
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- Coloured LP
- £25.99
- Cat Number
- ITR235W
- Release date
- 7 Apr '23
- Format Info
Repress!
White vinyl limited to just 300 copies for the UK.
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Yeah, that sounds about right. But it misses a more important point—how impossible Thee Oh Sees have been been to pin down since Dwyer launched it in the late ’90s as a solo break from such sorely missed underground bands as Pink and Brown and Coachwhips. That restlessness extends to everything from the towering, thirteen-minute title track of 2010’s Warm Smile LP to the mercurial moods of 2008’s The Master’s Bedroom Is Worth Spending a Night In. And then there’s the home-brewed symphonies of Castlemania and the high-wire hooks of Carrion Crawler / The Dream, which dropped a second drum set among sunburnt organs, dovetailing guitars and rail-jumping rhythms.
If one prefers a slightly more subtle musical awakening, there’s always Putrifiers II, the latest in a long line of Oh Sees albums that expands the group’s sound well past your friendly neighborhood garage band. So while the space-odyssey nods of “Wax Face” actually sound like they’re meant to melt one’s ears straight off, the record’s full of deviant detours, from the poison-tipped string parts and Eno-esque engineering of “So Nice” to the groove-locked Krautrock inclinations of “Lupine Dominus.”
The most noticeable element may be Dwyer’s melodies, however, as they reveal a softer side to his songwriting, one that makes perfect sense considering just how disparate his dust-clearing influences are. Scott Walker, The Velvet Underground, The Zombies and the experimental Japanese act Les Rallizes Denudes are but a small taste of what informed Thee Oh Sees this time around, as Dwyer returned to the multi-instrumental ways of Castlemania— full-band sessions for another record are already underway—and rounded out a fuller, drier sound with drummer / engineer Chris Woodhouse and special guests like Mikal Cronin (sax), Heidi Maureen Alexander (trumpet, vocals) and K Dylan Edrich (viola).
TRACK LISTING
1. Wax Face
2. Hang A Picture
3. So Nice
4. Cloud #1
5. Flood's New Light
6. Putrifiers II
7. Will We Be Scared?
8. Lupine Dominus
9. Goodnight Baby
10. Wicked Park
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- Ltd 12"
- £15.99
- Cat Number
- CMC209
- Release date
- 7 Apr '23
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: A triumphant return from one of the true godfathers of Detroit techno. Funky and silky; possessing that incessant Motor City spirit, this shit'll have you swinging off the rafters in no time.TRACK LISTING
A1. AHYEE
A2. Blow
B1. Talking To Me
B2. Complex
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- 12"
- £13.99
- Cat Number
- KTEP001V
- Release date
- 7 Apr '23
First up the man himself, Kerri Chandler with a deep, heads down stomper ‘Who’s Afraid Of The Dark’. Kerri at his hard hitting best, as vocal refrains wash over the chunkiest of synth stabs and basslines with crunched up percussion laying the basis for a track that is readymade for smoke filled clubs and pumping sound systems.
On the flip, Josh Butler ‘Sunday Club’ goes deep down the rabbit hole effortlessly moving from ethereal elegance to twisted machine energy, showcasing that light and dark can sit together seamlessly to produce something seriously special.
TRACK LISTING
A1. Kerri Chandler – Who’s Afraid Of The Dark (Original)
B1. Josh Butler – Sunday Club (Original Mix)
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