Download: Free Rizzla EP On Fade To Mind
Although the LA-based label/collective Fade To Mind was launched less than a year ago, it’s quickly become one of the definitive sources of next-level dance music from fresh, innovative producers around the United States. With official releases from NGUZUNGUZU, MikeQ, and Gremino and a roster that includes Kingdom, Total Freedom and Cedaa among others, the label has […]
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Mix: Heatwolves – BL▲CKCLOUDBL▲CKR▲IN
It’s April, the days are getting longer, and warmer, summer is definitely on the way. So what better time to go down the rabbit hole and listen to some dark and creepy trap music that makes you feel like it’s Halloween all day long? Shanghai-based DJ and promoter Heatwolves has put together just under an […]
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Interview: Lando Kal
Lando Kal, production pseudonym of San Franciscan-turned-Berliner Antaeus Roy, is not the first person you’d expect to be behind such dancefloor burners as last year’s top tune “Further” or his most recent “Rhythm Sektion / Inquisition.” From our first impression at SXSW, he seemed rather quiet and composed – a musician who takes his craft […]
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Recommended: Grinch – Chapter 1
If more proof was needed that there is a sea of undiscovered talent lurking around the internet, out of the woodwork comes Grinch. Not much is known about him besides that he has a background in techno and is from Connecticut, other than that he lets the music do the talking. His first solo outing is […]
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Recommended: Presk – Hesitate / Kook
Out of all the great new artists and breakout producers from 2011, Dutch technician Pieter Willems, better known by his production moniker Presk, easily nabbed a spot as one of our favorites. He inaugurated Ramp sub-label Fourth Wave with the deep, meticulously-crafted “And Cut/Mold“, released the diverse four-track “Love Again” EP on Doc Daneeka‘s Ten […]
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Recommended: Last Japan – Ambush EP
Stream: Last Japan – Ambush EP Preview (LNUK Records) “Ambush” is the latest release from South Londoner Last Japan, and a cheeky little one it is too. The lead track does what it says on the tin, lulling you into a false sense of security with a solid groove and a little click shuffle whilst its brilliance […]
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Download: Evenings – Lately
Stream: Shlohmo – wen uuu (Evenings Remix) We came upon Evenings early in 2011 when Wedidit posted the debut EP of Nathan Broaddus’ bedroom project, “North Dorm”. This five-track EP was nice listen, however only with the release of “Lately’ the Charlottesville-based producers showcases full talent. Talent which lately has been honored as Evenings contributed an official […]
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Stream: Jack Dixon Remixes Ghosting Season
Reviewing Midland’s “Placement” EP I recently mentioned that dirtiest of words – prog. That EP lived and breathed on lengthy chuggers and droning snyth patterns, key elements of that sadly unpopular genre. Another track that follows in a similar vein is Jack Dixon’s remix of Ghosting Season’s “A Muffled Sound Of Voices”. Forthcoming on Sasha’s […]
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Interview: Kahn
It’s no secret that we’re huge Kahn fans. The multitalented Bristolian producer is the man behind some of the filthiest basslines this side of legality, and his remix prowess is remarkable. The last time we were officially blessed with a pure Kahn original was way back in October with the viciously excellent “Illy/Tehran” EP, but since […]
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Preview: Lando Kal – Rhythm Sektion / Inquisition
Berlin-based producer Lando Kal may be best known for his work as half of future blappin’ duo Lazer Sword, but over the past couple of years he’s been busy amassing an impressive body of solo work – including releases on Numbers and Rush Hour and remixes for artists like Sepalcure, Hovatron, Salva, and Doc Daneeka. […]
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Recommended: Funkystepz – Royal Rumble EP
Having kept themselves busy and us entertained with a string of edits and remixes of Rihanna, Ester Dean and Usher the last couple of months, prolific London trio Funkystepz get set to finally drop their highly anticipated “Royal Rumble” EP next week on F.L.Y Recordings. Now these four tracks have been doing the rounds on […]
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Recommended: Gerry Read – Yeh Come Dance
There’s no questioning that Gerry Read made quite a stir last year with releases on Fourth Wave and 2nd Drop, which received acclaim across the genre spectrum. Read will delve further into the rugged, lo-fi house sounds he has become known for with an album due out later this year, but those plans haven’t stopped him […]
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