slamming 2 track drum and bass madness

the second release we do with french artists upwellings aka vincent raude who is professor of modern art at the academy of brest and has been recording music since 1996. his ep comprised two tracks. a-side >dubbin at the strobe< feat. michael zerang shows a nice interaction of drums and sounds developing a profound deep mood. drum parts were recorded in chicago by michael zerang, a real jazz legend who played a lot with peter brötzmann and joe mcphee, hamid drake. the flip side >lighthouse dub< has the aura of an place which is extremely isolated. the sound is at times extremely pulled back and melancholic and holds a sentiment that reminds us a bit of joy divisions >we are the young men<. the track undergoes a transformation beatwise when going more uptempo.

lonelady nennt parliament/funkadelic, stevie wonder, rufus, prince und arthur russell als inspiration für ihr zweites album, das durchweg unterlegt ist mit einer dringlichen post-punk-sensibilität, die laut künstlerin bezeichnend für die nordenglische seele ist. so erinnern die schlichten drum machine-rhythmen und synthetische percussion an minimal-wave und frühen techno/dance, während lonelady sie mit ihrem komplexen, abgehackten und treibenden gitarrenspiel dynamisch verbindet. produziert wurde *hinterland* von bill skibbe (austra, the kills, the dead weather) in den keyclub recording studios in einer industriezone michigans, wo neben klassischen synths und drum machines auch die 70er flickinger konsole von sly stone steht. das vinyl-album erscheint im klappcover.

you might have heard of happa by now. hes the leeds native who first burst onto the electronic scene in 2013 with his blistering 12inch-single beat of the drum/ bring it back, the wildly precocious teenager (also known as samir alikhanizadeh) who won instant fans in the likes of mary anne hobbs, loefah and even four tet, the one who scorched a trail with his dark, bass-heavy sledgehammer house, which sounds quite unlike anything else out there right now.

hotmix return with the famous * underground dance* various artists. two tracks come from the italian duo nas1, already known for have released a track on the label of kyle hall, deep melancholy and dirty drum for an amazing atmosphere. another italian is in this ep, alessio carminati with * tokyo night*, for its first release, this great track that recalls to the early kms records. and lastly the great talent orson wells with a super deep melody-rich, evocative deep house style.

hello sailor is a party and record label based in brooklyn, ny founded by brazilian-born, new york based renata do valle. since 2012, the label has been staging events with an array of local and international artists. following the killer first release ( muko wapi ), featuring the joakim rework was never going to be easy, but luckily sao paolo dj duo selvagem step up ! acclaimed releases on the beats in space x label and universal cave have established them as a force to be reckoned with in the esoteric edits game. le freak is a cumbia style rendition of the chic classic, driven by insane synths and sampled drum loops, punctuated with low-pitched vocals in portuguese. tamanqueiro could be one of the greatest hits by jorge ben, if it wasn t written by elizio de buzios. that s his only release ever and now is a holy grail of brazilian funk, fetching small fortunes when found. here it appears in an extended and dj-friendly version.

featured: four bona fide artists, accomplished and historically rooted deeply in the underground. drivetrain (detroit, usa) – take your time…a grove which the dance floor simply cannot deny. derrick thompson unleashes a bewitching bass line atop a relentlessly galvanizing drum track. flavorful female vocal samples raise the energy to maximum capacity. black jack (aberdeen, scotland) – “the earth grid”…moving just a little deeper, the melody of rich chords and pads guide the constant pulsating bass with effeminate whispers chanting through the occasional twisting synth refrain. fbk (columbus, usa) – “his brief moment of clarity”…boosting the tempo just a tad, a herculean debut production which intelligently punches and stabs dynamic waves of rhythmic sound patterns of perpetual electronic motion. rob belleville (soest, netherlands) – brightened horizon…a first offering on soiree records, spontaneously spotlighting late night ambiance. percussions swing to the bounce of the bass riff as the keyboards chime the infectious theme. -rooted and grounded deep-

cestrian, the darker and more fiercely electronic incarnation of ali renault (dissident, cyber dance, human shield) provides the suitably titled * annihilator* for future flashs second release. witness relentlessly driving, pure electrical energy, biting 606 percussion and raging 101 basses. perseus trax provides the remix here, letting moody pads and screaming machines weave their way round a slightly more jacked drum palette as boiling acid arpeggiates.

archeo recordings is a reissue record label that regenerates old, lost, obscure (and forgotten) rare gems of italian music of the 70s and 80s, and not only.

hailing from toulouse, french trio signs have already carved themselves out an interesting niche within the nu-skool neuro scene, stamping their unique output into the publics consciousness with big releases on red light records, bad taste recordings and c4c recordings. their beats are sparse and militant with each drum hit afforded the space to dominate the audio spectrum, with pauses and moments of silence, delicately programmed into the dna of the drum tracks, playing big part in the groove s forward momentum, propelling the riddims forward and creating a dynamically powerful and compelling backbone for the rugged, tough basslines to shine.

the virgo ep is the 4th of mutewax’s non-stop output, featuring french artist cømpass. vindemiatrix is a classy, uplifting peak-time track that sneaks up behind you. if you were thinking of leaving the dance floor. think again. spica lays heavy on the kick-drum & thick bass-lines. it’s a mind-winding trip which reveals a mature twist on the classic acid tweets. arcturus bounces joyfully across the dance-floor and picks up the pace with its hard-hitting acid notes and infectious rhythms. porrima beautifully stirs the emotions - the melodic rhythms predict a sweet future, yet it retains an atmospheric nostalgia for all things which must pass.

long awaited and right in time for summer: sandrow m follows up his much loved -prayervan ep- from 2013. being one of uncanny valley s mainstays since the very start, the dresden based artist once again proves his versatility as well as his knack for synth based melodies with his new ep -kuiper belt rose-. sandrow m seems to love singing along with catchy tunes as much as dancing in the club. we hear it in every note, whether it s the dreamy title track, the elegant -dream controlling- or -next stop hessdalen- which is a veritable dance floor bomb thanks to the rising synths. finally, the aptly titled -miss you again- proves that sandrow m doesn t need a kick drum to move us

helsinki based label friendship & decadence was setup to tap in to the helsinki electronic music scene and highlight those young and talented producers who inhabit the city. the first release comes via the collective known as joint minds, comprising of three artists autoexec, poly sone & miss kade. the 2 tracks are both live jams recorded using a host of outboard and analogue equipment. -commotion- fills the a-side of the vinyl with a throbbing acid bassline and pulsating industrial stabs, whilst the flip side takes a more stripped back approach. with -headstuck-, a delayed piano floats around rolling drum pattern, uk techno influences aplenty.

releasing under the moniker misanthrop since 2002, michael brauningers music reflects a foreboding sense of darkness, something that has been prevalent in his previous releases with the likes of critical recordings, neosignal and subtitles. misanthrop has utilised unfamiliar ways to push the envelope of his twisted, sinister sound for new ep *i need more*.
the automated refrain on *capitalism* reflects the stark coldness of misanthrops work, before unleashing an onslaught of off-beat breaks to display brauningers deft, often unpredictable production style.
*rock n roll*, a more familiar tear-out drum & bass track, bolstered by pummelling percussive flourishes and flashes of distortion throughout.
gaining support from the likes of skrillex, goldie, skream, alix perez and more, misanthrop has spent his 13 year career carving a sound that is wholly realised in this latest release. brutal, uncompromising and inherently forward thinking.

a n a k is the second full-length from los angeles-based underground, ambient beat producer chad valencia, aka yuk, a founding member of my hollow drum dj collective. valencia is also co-founder and head chef of rising filipino pop-up restaurant lasa. (see: new wave of gives filipino food a modern spin – la weekly.) after many years of keeping his passion for culinary arts separate from his personal musical output, a n a k represents a fusion of the two as cultural movements that share the same inspiration

as its name suggests *afromance i* encompasses luca cazals african ardor with upbeat vocals and a heady rhythm for an energetic cut of disco influenced analog techno. brigante proposes a couple of dj tools to the release. *kehinde tool* where the vox is chopped and raw sounding percussion joins a subtle sub-bass throb, as opposed to the more electronic tipped *taiwo tool* that enforces a playful hook and intricate drum work.

norwegian duo trulz & robin throw down the gauntlet with the third vinyl-only statement from the cymawax label, delivering an acidic take on their patented ‘hot and crunchy techno with soul.’ the prolific pair from oslo have been a force in their country’s electronic music scene for over two decades, with massive singles for full pupp, eskimo recordings, and the cymasonic and cymawax labels to show for it. now, the agent acid ep finds trulz & robin infiltrating the secret lair of a 303 conspiracy and decoding a quartet of sonic documents full of heavy synthesized funk. the ep’s title track is a slinky introduction, featuring battling analog squelches and drum machine patterns while a disembodied vocal plays on top. “i disappear”, adding collaborator brokkoli on the voice, is a more in-your-face effort as its pulsating sequences give way to floor-thrilling breakdowns. the low end might of “magnetisk smultring” showcases trulz & robin’s experimental side, complete with a disconcerting middle passage that soon reveals gentle synth melodies over a hypnotic rhythm section. then “my body”, the release’s closing track, introduces mysterious feelings … percussive clicks and tones build steadily as dub effects, sharp washes, and ominous whispers take hold. the agent acid ep is another triumph for trulz & robin … a masterclass of covert nightclub maneuvers.

second release for black angus records. dj soch s trip continues into the pulsing heart of house music. after the first release which explored the original forms of the sound of chicago, with this release he moves towards another declared love: 90 s new york underground house. everything is brought together by his original, personal touch and careful ear to the freshest sounds of our times. -street groove- is definitely influenced by the tracky sounds of the earliest masters at work, the most inspired todd terry and the most important releases for henry street records. a captivating sample, a drum machine roll and an entrancing bassline: pure house music! the remix by nicholas takes original elements and recomposes it transforming the whole into a persuasive and deep track without losing even a drop of groove. -kick & tom- is the rawest and most direct track in the ep. super funky techno, like a train without stops devastating the dance floor. dj soch is old school that meets new, there is no future without the past. black angus only for dj !

opiums latest offering from italian techno impresario destrict offers up intelligent deep journeys culminating in this 6 tracks ep alice hole highlights the artists signature sound by incorporating his trademark analog beats and deep undulating melodics whilst holding a solid break groove. chandni chowk carries the same vibe but pushes the producers sound deeper into self indulgent drum programming that keeps you locked amongst its evolving mood. denis kaznacheev alongside the analogue cops pushed the destrict beats to another level jumping form minimalistic to techno tunnels. re-up and rich nxts appearances bring more straight up dance-floor ready locked-grooves and re-works. again, if your comfort zone is a tunnel opium audio is your safe place.

andy scott likes to keep things physical with hardware setup that includes a trusty mpc, juno 106 and a couple of roland drum machines. starting things off with curtis scott achieves a warm,sample heavy cut that chops up dusty kicks acoustic guitars and cerial soul legends signature vocals.he is reminiscing about the golden yeas of hip-hop here and nalls it with this nostalgic groove

enigmatic producer makes his argot debut following 4 scene-stealing, acid-fed eps via hard wax. focusing on meticulous percussion work with judicious use of delay & reverb, it manages to be his most dj-friendly record to date.

a music maniac since his first drum lessons at the age of ten, gabriel placentra aka gab oswin has now made his dream come true and released his first vinyl, named soul ep. you will experience deep house grooves that show gabriels long-term experience as a dj in various frankfurt based clubs. as a member of the producer team molisans brothers he performed at sven väths cocoon club and the monza club and on an international scale at the rashomon club in rome. the molisans brothers also appeared on the compilation album * defected in the house*. melodically pulsating at 123 bpms track a1: new soul, represents the perfect opener for the night to come. gab has created some tunes here that inspired dj portable aka bodycode to a warm and at the same time impelling remix (track 02). b1: soul horns rounds off gabs soulful and groovy debut ep.

tangible assets returns with its fourth release in the series by label owner stojche. an outlet that’s given the berlin based producer the freedom to explore and distill his trademark dubbed out detroit fueled productions. asset 04 follows on from three previous releases and opens its account with ‘payback’. a dubbed out affair that’s firmly grounded in a powerful groove. stojche sets about reinforcing his strengths in composing a surgically laden foundation with precision placement of 909 toms, panned snares and staggered kick drums that proceed into razor sharp hats, blooming into subtle delayed pads which are further lifted by emotive and colourful chords. payback’s true charm lies in its ability to capture an honesty and sincerity that’s as captivating as it is transcendent.“tunnel’ continues where ‘payback’ left off and leads in with a booming cavernous kick drum, diving directly deep into a wonderland of mysticism, an effortless trademark that’s clearly evident within all of stojche’s productions. rich swirling pads rise and sit happily beside cleverly programmed melodic keys that tease in out of the mix, directly complementing the main elements of its structure. if anything, ‘sinister alley’ should be further proof of the macedonian born producer’s maturity in exploring the outer worldly and broken beat time signatures. his approach in creating both depth and enchantment is both pragmatic and effective. beautifully deep, undulating and atmospheric. ‘sinister alley’ opens with an airy signal that captivates upon overture. combining quintessential snares, a series of rapid fire hats that are anchored by an analog baseline, he sets about creating hypnotism with layers of atmospheric suspense, while fluttering waves of electronic circuitry waver in the distance. a multitude of pads and textures combine to create an ethereal feel and harmonic cloud to float within. tangible assets 004 is far more than just another chapter in stojche’s musical journey and much more than just another release on his label. it’s further evidence and development in a sound that truly captures the essence of the man behind these tracks. an ethos he’s been exploring for quite some time, catalyzing imagination and furtherance that’s beyond tangible.

continuing on their stellar run of form sees villem & mcleod drop another release of top drawer drum & bass. aint no way is pure dance floor goodness. rolling drums, deep bassline stabs & vocal snippets all wrapped up perfectly. make tomorrow features the boys alongside friend totem delivering a blissful, summery roller to please anyone. twinkles of piano, female coos, distant horns shimmering along steppy drums. saved you is a digital exclusive & sees the men going more for a head down, minimal affair. something for everything on this one!

stiff little spinners enters its 6th volume with a 5 track package spanning the widest sonic spectrum imaginable. its tracks, in typical spinners fashion, range from r&b influenced house grooves to shimmering, broken-beat, new-age garage swing. gimmix & zorro prove their penchant for urban slow jams with a dance floor flavour. their opener oveile builds in a slow, sleazy fashion, eventually trading its more unpredictable drum arrangement for a sturdy 4/4 rhythm. the melody surges harmoniously, navigating the walls of its club-ready time signature, a phenomenal introduction to a mind-blowing collection of tracks. the vinyl release includes a download code.

three mixes from the brand new berlin based label/project “in love we trust”. classic new york house inspired for the a side opening tune, driven by an off partiture alto-sax unfolding over a throbbing bass, four to the floor beats and great message delivered by a strong male voice, followed by a slower tempo roller-skate, atmospheric, garage inspired disco cut with a solid 80’s style linn drum grove, catchy riffs and a powerful bass line. rougher beats and a more acidic vibe for the flip side, direct and effective floor stomper guaranteed to raise heartbeats

scott allen returns to fokuz with *love so true*, a collaboration between him & jrumhand, which will be his debut on fokuz. on the flip you will find the versatile kasper with a track called *the low road*. quality drum & bass once again from the fokuz hq!

hot on the heels of killer releases by label heads ryan crosson and shaun reeves, the latest visionquest release sees the label turn its head to deadbeat aka scott monteith. the berlin based montrealeler has been putting his own spin on house and techno for some time now, putting his stamp on esteemed labels such as cynosure, echocord and wagon repair. the jacks ep continues his fine tradition of putting out discerning fare, as he conjures up a new ep package that remixes his classic track, mecca drum track (originally released on wagon repair), from 2008. striking in its many intricate and delicate production wares, its a polished effort from the outset

dear wanderer, ramona is happy to present the video dead, chinaski s debut-­ep for live at robert johnson. originally hailing from the high north of germany, rostock near the rough and stormy sea, the young man with interests in 80s video-­aesthetics and vintage synthesizers is now calling offenbach his home­turf. chinaskis ep starts out with time to kill, a straight forward hypnotizing jacker directly heading to the synthesized happiness. midnight workout features a different side to the young talent sensitive placed synth harmonies packed in a vintage-­pop interlude. after a journey through more harmonious domains, night school turns the page again and picks up on those synth-waves and put ramona away from her calm drive through the midnight heat, right on the dancefloor mesmerizing analogue deep housevibes all over the place.hide society steps out of context and mixes chinaskis affection for the warmth of these marvelous synth-­sounds with trippy post-­breaking or even proto-­hiphop sounds topped off with a weird vocal sample. the title­track the video dead summons all emotional power ramona could implant into a synthesizer, the heartbeat like reduced kick-­drum and hihats floating around the track are mostly incidental or not even there for the ears. purely visual.

founded in september 1981 in orléans, and originally dedicated to a kind of ‘modern punk rock’, d.stop released a first 7’’ the following year. this impossible-to-find debut release is now reissued on vinyl for the first time. the three tracks of the original 7’’ are augmented with 4 tracks that are released on vinyl for the first time ever on this very nice translucent vinyl 10’’ plus download code. after this first 7”, sonny brailleur (vocals) + phil lethon (guitar/bass) + klod lelook (organ, synths, drum-machines) , inspired by french band metal urbain, stylistically transformed into a more ‘synth punk’ kind of outfit and released their first mini-album nouvelles du front in september 1983 that has been reissued by desire on vinyl last september. one year after, the band already ceased to exist – or actually changed the name to les visiteurs du soir – to turn back to the old name in 1985 by releasing a limited cassette. despite the very few releases by this gifted act, d.stop are considered to be one of the most interesting and under-rated cult acts in french cold wave.

tengrams are brothers alessandro and davide piatto, who collectively have a deep and long understanding of dance music. davide runs the n.o.i.a. label and was one of italy s first touring electronic live acts, performing and recording with drum machines and synthesizers as early as 1978. he was also behind seminal italo outfit klein + m.b.o and proto house hit dirty talk. since then they have released under an array of aliases, have clocked up many hits and this new project brings them back to their electronic roots, with influences like sci-fi movies and old school techno looming large.

based in bristol, space hardware is a project headed up by hypercolour boss jamie russell that is rooted in an appreciation of p­-funk and the outermost hemispheres of soul and disco. so far the imprint has released material from glenn astro, blacksmif, deft and placeholder and, continuing to shapeshift with each new 12-, the next in the series comes courtesy of apollo and delsin affiliate bakradze. also operating under his gacha and winter flags aliases, bakradze is an artist who uses his own live instrumentation, an mpc and classic korg synths to build rich and woozy melodies that he anchors down with technical rhythm structures. his message from home delves deep into this framework and is packed with a serious degree of flair. astute sound design, balmy guitar tones and loose, natural drum patterns pepper an eglo-esque sound in another fine addition to the space hardware catalogue.

duck n cover records is proud to announce the release of one of the most anticipated vinyl e.p.s 2013 for the global footwork world and everyone interested in the development of up to date exciting and demanding electronic music. from eq why, formerly known as dj t-why, the artist gloriously featured on planet mus legendary compilation bangs & works volume 2 with three among the most memorable tracks of the whole selection, including the eternal *orbits*, comes this masterpiece called *enter the why volume 1*, subtitled *you got it*.

after starting to produce almost a decade ago and steadily releasing music since 2010, eastcolors has worked with some of drum & bass finest talents including enei, clarity and with big upcoming names such as traffic & noel. often an unsung hero of the scene, eastcolors debut album on demand records sees him rise as one of russias forefront producers. *lighthouse* is without doubt one of 2015s most honest and diverse albums of the year, covering drum & bass and beyond in a versatile and uncompromising way only eastcolors can. a vision of a young artists music translated into a magnificent 16 track journey, this lp is the rare type of release that is enough to satisfy serious music fans, producers and djs worldwide. it is about time the world woke up to eastcolors. the 6-track 2x12 inch includes the full album on cd.

koos ludwig aka ion ludwig is a new part of the eklo team, the dutch guy is a close aide to the label since the beginning. he finally offered a wonderful two tracker to the eklo collection, full of mystery and grooves. ten canoes is a shamanic dub house trip, with futuristic and roots vibes, with a real story in it. on the flip, the realm is a house linn drum groover with an hypnotic bassline and an outstanding vocal. this ep is a vinyl-only release.

polish resident lutto lento follows up his debut 12inch for charles drakefords ftd label with this 6 track ep whips for where to now? records. luttos sound places him as quite a unique figure in modern electronic music, showing a fearless work ethic in shrouding his productions in saturated tape loops, and achieving what is certainly a low-fi quality to his sound, lutto manages to never let this lo-fi edge take centre stage, instead this expertly crafted process of tape cutting and looping provides the backdrop to luttos exuberantly crafted yet absolutely dance floor orientated drum work.

very limited 250 run on 180g vinyl in printed sleeve with hand stamped centre labels.
a new vinyl record label founded and run by long time birmingham based producer & dj, etym. the label initially serves as an output for self-penned productions focussing on techno in its many guises. st001 - trial 01 is the first release and is a four track ep. taking in a broad ranging musical spectrum, these tracks range from the dubby, sinister edge of 01.1 and heavy 4x4 rhythm of 01.3, right through to the more melodic sounds of the 909 led workout 01.2 and the swelling juno pads of last track 01.4. all tracks created using hardware synths, drum machines and field recordings.

superb recordings presents the brand new ep „associate“ by berlin based producer & dj by the name of phil barbee. this poland born artist is an integral part of the electronic music scene in germany since 1994. phil barbee also has a deeply rooted past in house, disco, hip hop, breaks, drum ‘n‘ bass and jungle. so he is definitly a secret weapon for every dancefloor worldwide.

2015 repress! grueezi mitenand, de canson machts, oder!? ja immer, egal oeb am tag oder ide nacht, sini tracks traeffed is schwarze, sind pitchbar i alli richtige und drum absoluti allzwaeck-tools. ae ep us guetem huus mit viel drive und warrmi, brings very good kuma i dini stube.

the founder member of afro-disco legends m bamina wickedly go-betweening congolese roots and swinging techno: three boom shots of raw, virtuosic percussion, threaded with complex drum-machine programming and sparse synths.

this release captures kicks, rhythms, and snares—only to drag them kicking and screaming into a metallic underworld. in j. tijn’s echo-sphere, there are only allusions to the status quo of sound and beats, and never a full-fledged embrace of the conventional. on side a’s “kanon v.i.p.” a grizzly digital war is left to play out between both kick and snare, with grainy battle lines drawn around upbeat and downbeat. survivors of the conflict are rewarded with a groove reminiscent of grime, if only the genre had been reborn in a dystopian future. side b opens with a roughneck beat on “mor” before turning its hand into a fist and effectively destroying its own image. the groove lives through this barrage of sound, but as a heavy and dark undercurrent just strong enough to remind you where j.tijn’s roots are. “shy” lures you in with a rounded electro kick, before glutting the rhythm and ushering in a wall of sound. a snowstorm of screaming drum samples proceed to surround you: you may have been here before, but you are somewhere rhythmically unseen. embedded in all of these tracks are perhaps a sign of the times: the things that used to be seen as normal have now changed and mutated.

shaw cuts enters the site of crime with its first release called ‘have sword, will travel’. the ep includes 4 techno assassins – two tracks by the label founder himself lachriz, who introduces his shaolin moniker ‘farron’ and 2 remixes by the argentinian boxer jonas kopp. ‘equinox’ opens the slaughter with shaking break-beat punches in combination with atmospheric pads surrounding the drum jabs. ti lung would have been pleased. the track ‘apo-g’ comes in sly and chases the enemy with dirty drums and menacing distorted sound spheres that will morph the bad guys into dead guys – throwing star style. the b-side gets taken over all the way by jonas kopp, who brings up two different remixes of ‘equinox’ that can easily cut off the rival’s extremities like a sharp guillotine. and the carnage just begun

the first in a series of vinyl and digital releases from the invisible cities collective (i.e.: luca c & brigante + cosmic guests). moments in between brings back the folk vocals of zeben jameson (a mountain of one) and the release includes a remix and a dub from ivan smagghe. the original would fit perfectly on a baldelli cassette. electronic piano grooves and vintage drum machines support zebs soaring vocals throughout before a classic drum machine break and future space jazz outro. check morning sun from invisible cities first ep (2011) for more z. jameson

bon voyage is an ever-shifting constellation of musicians led by paris-based producer and bass player adrien durand. durand was first spotted in 2009 by jamal moss, boss of renowned chicago label mathematics recordings, which released durand s solo effort (impersonnel naviguant) under the moniker les aéroplanes. that first record, done using a very academic house music setup consisting of an eight-track cassette recorder, a drum machine, a cheap analog synthesiser and an even cheaper sampler, caught the attention of such dj s as beautiful swimmer and toby tobias. for his bon voyage project, durand recruited drummer nicolas ballay and keyboard player/engineer maxime kosinetz. while opening for legendary italian dj daniele baldelli, the band caught the attention of chicken lips s steve kotey, who released bon voyage s first two records (sorciers des aéroports, l imposture) on stendec, a new imprint created for the occasion

tangible sound is a brand new record label based in london and paris. over the past few years they have operated on both sides of the channel by throwing intimate parties in unique locations. the maya ep marks their first vinyl offering with two deep and hypnotic tracks from cntrl. the title track * maya* is an upbeat, peak time jam that revolves around a bouncy baseline, intricate drum work and strange sound effects which are sure to melt minds on and off the dance floor. * sound of modulation* is a psychedelic and pensive journey though minimal techno. complete with artwork from astrid de la forest, this release will appeal to those that like their music, stripped back and ultimately about the groove

statue is a new percussion-based dance project erected by two unique drummers, tom gould and nicolaas oogjes. having become known for laying rhythmic foundations of seminal melbourne dance bands worlds end press and no zu, the pair have now joined forces to unveil statue, a strange new landmark in the dance music landscape. combining raw material from synthesizers, and a combination of drum machine and live percussion, statue is a monument to the human element of dance music culture. drawing upon inspiration from the organic rhythm of acts like floating points, pachanga boys and ricardo villalobos they have forged a deep, minimal and unique signature sound that has taken shape in this debut release. commissioned by cutters records, built casts a peculiar shadow on the dance floor. prepare to be moved by statue!

warriors of the acid clan unite! finally our cup runneth over! your saviours return from the dark fold and bring with them treasures from afar, our bravest and most noble heroes of the invincible scum are here to save you from our once certain fate. a bounty of golden acid and precious gems lies before you and is yours alone for the devouring. hear the mystical 303 weave its tales of yonder and feel the pounding of the electronic drum deep in your soulseize the moment and celebrate this day for it is ours!

warm, washy chords collide with bubbling, subterranean acid and crunchy drum work on this subtly epic debut from swiss newcomer, tissu, with his trippy delay-drenched synths giving everything an astral-aquatic quality.

this time, they have collaborated with british producer and songwriter brolin, who has written a heart melting vocal for this release. as the lyrics and melody swirl across an uplifting instrumental, it becomes obvious that lost n free is the soundtrack for those introspective, early morning moments. the b side, doin it takes the release underground with its pulsing synths and piano stabs that gradually build over contagious basslines and swung drum hits.