Tag: techno

another effect, by 2D

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Delicious techno deconstruction presented to us by the gang over at Engram Recordings – we have another effect by 2D. Lush and contemplative, 2D takes the listener softly by the hand, leading us through a vibrant yet subtle jungle of sound. Lots of ideas woven together, chillhop grooves, resonating synthetic noodling, techno concepts dismantled and reconstructed into almost a pastiche of modern experimental electronics.

I found myself listening to this one over-and-over again, with repeat listens only deepening my respect and enjoyment. Land Scape 2 and Fiona are hands-down my favorite tracks from the record. Though it is only 7 tracks long – shy a long player but a bit beefy for an EP – the tracks are thick and substantial, hovering around 5 minutes a piece. The combination is actually perfect, I found myself replaying the entire record several times after listening through.

You can download the record now at Name Your Own Price via Engram Recordings Bandcamp page.

forest, by Lan°

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forest is a new EP of live electronic jams by Argentinian producer Lan° – consisting of 3 energetic IDM tracks bursting with flavor!

I found myself beginning my own bedroom dance party as I played through forest several times. My interest was caught by the collage of sound being built – with clear inspirations from braindance, downtempo, chillout and acid electronics – all fused together in quite satisfying compositions! Lazy Jam might be my favorite, though it’s really hard to choose…

There is a beautiful energy to the project – something subtle and joyful, at points I found myself grinning from ear to ear, bouncing along with the 808’s and bubbling synths. It honestly sounds like some kind of long-lost B Sides from Squarepusher after he took a couple doses of mushrooms and watched Saturday morning cartoons!

You can download the project now via Bandcamp. I am looking forward to hearing more from this producer in the future, so show some support! ✨

Cornflower and Camelia, by Thomas Carmody & Altone

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New dub-techno sounds from Lithuanian label Cold Tear Records , home to some favorites like Vytis, Joergmueller, Slownoise and Heavenchord, we have a nice and mellow 4-track EP collaborative effort from Thomas Carmody & Altone – Cornflower and Camelia. It’s a tight and pleasant collection of tracks with lots of atmospheric play and subtle sound evolution. Hearty in length, the producers don’t rush the movement – building around slow and steady changes. Repeat listens will only leave you more satisfied than before.

Lion Cuts, by CDX

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Impressive in scale and bold in execution, Lion Cuts is the latest full-length by multifaceted producer Tim Thornton (CDX, Tiger Village), brought to us by Doom Trip Records out of LA. Tight and diverse, like an expertly curated charcuterie platter, and it’s equally delicious!

CDX reaches into the massive pool of electronic history, swirling it around and emerging with an inspired and unique collection of tracks. At any moment you could pinpoint genres being mashed and merged – acid bass churning over chillhop beats, all mingling with massive synthwave atmospheres. Have no fear of over-complexity or pretentious un-listenability – Lion Cuts manages to be pleasantly easy to digest from start to finish. Even as CDX peppers in dissonance and experiments in structure and noise, it all serves to a larger experience of bubbly energy and sonic excitement.

Twenty Two II is one of my favorites, easily getting stuck in my head for hours at a time. Rose Gold Relationship Goals is another that really stays with me, the groove is so satisfying I want to hit repeat and keep the party going.

The record is available via Doom Trip Records digitally and on Cassette (Limit to 100 copies).

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MPH EP05, by Monophonia

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From Brazilian netlabel Microforma comes this brief yet satisfying 4-track by Monophonia titled MPH EP05.

Clinical is presentation from the naming to the artwork, this one allows the sound to be the driving focus. Without the clutter of other forced interpretations, we are presented with 4 deeply satisfying minimal techno works – can we call them tracks? At almost 2 minutes a piece, these can be more perceived as the most exquisite loops you’ve ever experienced. Post-Techno indeed, short enough for fleeting attention spans, but addicting enough that you want to come back once it’s over. Rich and wholesome synthesizers construct microcosms in an instant, only needing moments to latch onto the host and inject the memory of eons…

Introduction to Docetism: Trees & Saints

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There seems to be a churning energy happening all over the underground music scene currently, and in an interesting way it all seems to be tied into impressively large projects! Here we have presented by polish Ambient/Dub label Nichts 2-20 track collections of Docetism tracks from the past 7 years. DAUNTING?! A little bit, but it’s equally as delicious and delightful.

Docetism – who has released projects across some of my favorite labels in the past (Silent Season, Rohs! Records) is no stranger to the dub techno scene, boasting a sprawling catalog of full lengths, EP’s and singles. It’s no wonder long time label partner Nichts would aim to give listeners a crash course per-say. As stated on the releases bandcamp page, for a new listener it’s “A good place to start”.

The sounds themselves are pure dub-techno bliss. Docetism presents a distinct voice and flavor however, often utilizing much more movement in chords and progressions than others working in the genre. Raw musicality blends perfectly with the subtle palette of sounds and instrumentation, especially on tracks like Hedera Helix [Golden Bough] or Requiem [Armenia].

Tracks leap in and out of textural ambient and modern classical ideas, all very much welcome in context, eventually leading the listener back to a healthy groove. Out of the two collections I would say I have listened to “Trees” more, but there is plenty of quality to be found in both albums. The kicker? Nichts is offering these both at name-your-own-price, so if you want a nice place to start your dub-techno collection look no futher!

Fresh Batch – July 22nd, 2019

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Happy Monday you sneaky goombas! We are back at it with a list of fresh curiosities! Not as thicc you say? PERHAPS! But the proof is in the pudding people, and this pudding is hot and ready for you! Lots of steamy vapor fresh off the roller, activate your 7-eleven app now for amazing rewards!

COMING SOON

July 26 – Mellowtation, by &aute&rom (Millennium Jazz Music) Neo-Soul
July 26 – Home, by Storm Ross (Already Dead Tapes) Psychedelic

OUT NOW

A Garden Everywhere You Go, by Birdspotter
Released by Z Tapes Records
Indie / Lofi / Bedroom Pop

Yeomyeong, by studio.weather
Self Released
Techno / Nature / Electronic

曇りperspective, by 主催者sponsoredby
Released by BOGUS//Collective
Vaporwave / Funk / Lounge

𝔾𝕠𝕕𝕕𝕖𝕤𝕤, by ᔕᙡᓮᙢ ᔕᗢᘎᒪᔕ
Released by Business Casual
New Age / Synthwave / Post Vaporwave

Universal Healthcare, by ⊛ われらは平和に来る≌≟ SUNSHINE STATE SECURITY
Released by DMT Tapes FL
Lofi Funk / Vaporwave / Outsider Ambient

From Dust To Space, by Dusty Shape & Space Scavengers
Released by Cold Tear Records
Dub Techno / Electronic / Ambient

NEW ON WEBELOTRAX

Our Label branch – WEBELOTRAX – recently released projects:

Rainbow Smooth Remixes, by Ohsaurus & Friends
Bass / Electronic / Experimental

Alexi Ayres – Tsuki no Usagi [月の兎]

Thirteen Years, by MLDVR

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Australian producer M L D V R returns to us with the follow-up to Four Months EP with part II of III – Thirteen Years. This round we find M L D V R further embracing longform composition, with each of the tracks hovering around 10 minutes, giving plenty of time for sonic exploration. Starting off with an acid house banger that sets the mood of a strange smoke filled warehouse, onto a spooky car ride through the deserted backroads, and ending with a 2am swim in a pixelated cyber lake. Enjoying the work of this producer more and more, extremely excited to hear what is in store for the final chapter – and of course still crossing my fingers for Tapes to be released eventually…

Fresh Batch – July 15th, 2019

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Hello music lovers, it’s a pleasure to see you again as always. Summer is in full swing it seems, made very clear by the sounds emanating from the scene. Warm melodies and relaxed energy, something I like to call mellowhype – a calm vibe that is somehow packed full of excitement! Whether you need some poolside chill or something tasty for your next BBQ, there’s plenty of new sounds to suit your needs…

COMING SOON

July 19 – Krakatoa, by Fahmi Mursyid (Cudighi Records) Electroacoustic
July 19 – Wildlife, by Warmth (Archives) Lush Ambient
July 26 – Lift, by Supply Fi (Triplicate Records) Experimental Electronic
August 23 – Paths, by Darren Harper (Shimmering Moods Records) Ambient
September 2 – Visitors, by Edit Select (Self Released) Atmospheric Techno

OUT NOW

Dreamland EP, by Zakku
Released by Seikomart
Future Bass / Chiptune / Experimental

Alive in Leeds and Sheffield, by Bing Satellites
Self Released
Ambient / Shoegaze / Live

Bieszczady, by Docetism
Released by Nichts
Field Recording / Ambient / Lush

Distance, by Tender H
Released by Cold Tear Records
Dub Techno / Electronic / Atmospheric

22nd Century Music Genre Index, by Seafoam Xpresso
Released by DMT Tapes FL
Lofi / Vaporwave / Future Funk

The Journey EP, by Mecca:83
Self Released
Beats / Chillhop / Lofi

Vintage Software Synthesizer Library, by other_Format
Released by Recycled Plastics
Acid / Electronics / Braindance

Self Titled, by ya mai mo
Released by White Paddy Mountain
Lofi Rock / Folk / Indie

Now, by Baphomet Nothing
Released by Girly Girl Musik
Experimental / Modern Classical / Drone

The Scientist / Electric Feeling [PLUS], by Nova Dive
Released by Illuminated Paths
Post-Vaporwave / Lofi Beats / Electronic

NEW ON WEBELOTRAX

Our Label branch – WEBELOTRAX – recently released projects:

Hikikomori, by ASVMR
Bass / Electronic / Experimental

Moving On, by Schulz Audio

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Fresh and flourishing dub-techno sounds from Schulz Audio, brought to us by Kopoc Label out of Spain. The 4 track EP packs a subtle punch – chilled rhythms and mellow synths pluck here and there, maintaining a nice causal energy. It’s pretty lighthearted as well – not overwhelmingly melodic, but also not falling into the doom-dub pit. Kopoc always brings some nice sounds to the table, and with Moving On being available at name-your-own-price, it’s impossible not to recommend!