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We find it out 'Icarus' style
NATIVE INSTRUMENTS KONTROL Z1
Native Instruments release yet another new controller
GUY WILLIAMS GOES BIONIC
Supersonic
BOOTIN' OFF: BIONIC
Guy Williams' Dalston dance off
DJ MAG TOUR: CLUB MYST
Tempting Taipei
Reaching For the Source - Indigo feat Poppy Roberts - Samurai Horo
This track is reminiscent of the misty, experimental talent that goes by the name of Burial. Masking the track's tempo to the point of non-recognition is a skill which makes this track unassuming, beautiful and a pure pleasure to listen to. But it also makes it hard to place in a world of genre boxes; with our scene being so vast, who can really say where the boundaries lie for the box marked d&b?
This track is reminiscent of the misty, experimental talent that goes by the name of Burial. Masking the track's tempo to the point of non-recognition is a skill which makes this track unassuming, beautiful and a pure pleasure to listen to. But it also makes it hard to place in a world of genre boxes; with our scene being so vast, who can really say where the boundaries lie for the box marked d&b?
El Untitled - Various - Comeme
The label examines the function of the club with these six, stripped-back, reduced tools that dabble in proto-house, new-wave and vintage European-style synth music. The EP features Comeme regulars, Alejandro Paz, Christian S and the rarely-sighted Matias Aguayo delivering the goods; whilst the remainder is a sterling selection from new talent, Gladkazuka, Lechuga Zafiro and Charisma. Hailing from Colombia, Uruguay and Argentina, these three new label recruits bear outrageously catchy tracks of disco noir and Chi Town style box jams, inspired by the heady club culture of their respective cities. An inspired selection that attests the label's reputation as being one of the most original and exciting today.
The label examines the function of the club with these six, stripped-back, reduced tools that dabble in proto-house, new-wave and vintage European-style synth music. The EP features Comeme regulars, Alejandro Paz, Christian S and the rarely-sighted Matias Aguayo delivering the goods; whilst the remainder is a sterling selection from new talent, Gladkazuka, Lechuga Zafiro and Charisma. Hailing from Colombia, Uruguay and Argentina, these three new label recruits bear outrageously catchy tracks of disco noir and Chi Town style box jams, inspired by the heady club culture of their respective cities. An inspired selection that attests the label's reputation as being one of the most original and exciting today.
Phenomenon One EP - Wizard - Sub Slayers
The aptly-named Wizard has been busy recording some of the finest names in underground UK sound system culture - Tenor Fly, Rebel MC and Daddy Freddy on lead track 'Mind Control' here. Serving as a paranoid steppa's delight, with mad builds and attack-attack bass bizness, it's complemented by the title track featuring Rebel MC and Lady Chann. The swaying ravey junglist outcome here is astonishing: starting all dubsteppy, it unfolds into a dynamite drumstep piece that'll slay dances all summer. Benny Page's d&b overhaul is pretty tasty too, and there's even a hype chip-tune trap mix for good measure.
The aptly-named Wizard has been busy recording some of the finest names in underground UK sound system culture - Tenor Fly, Rebel MC and Daddy Freddy on lead track 'Mind Control' here. Serving as a paranoid steppa's delight, with mad builds and attack-attack bass bizness, it's complemented by the title track featuring Rebel MC and Lady Chann. The swaying ravey junglist outcome here is astonishing: starting all dubsteppy, it unfolds into a dynamite drumstep piece that'll slay dances all summer. Benny Page's d&b overhaul is pretty tasty too, and there's even a hype chip-tune trap mix for good measure.
Perfection - Task Horizon - Evolution Chamber Recording
This one's a grower. At first listen, it's completely plausible to smell a whiff of cheddar from its Euro electro-pop -echoing vocal and its vibrating drumstep bassline. However, after a few extra portions, it is possible to slice through the cheesy topping and appreciate the catchy track and skilled production that lie beneath. Hours later, you may even find yourself reminiscently singing along, even trying to replicate the faint Swiss accent.
This one's a grower. At first listen, it's completely plausible to smell a whiff of cheddar from its Euro electro-pop -echoing vocal and its vibrating drumstep bassline. However, after a few extra portions, it is possible to slice through the cheesy topping and appreciate the catchy track and skilled production that lie beneath. Hours later, you may even find yourself reminiscently singing along, even trying to replicate the faint Swiss accent.
