Up next on Heist Recordings is an undercover project of a well-known producer who decided it was time to experiment, broaden his sound and produce music without the expectation that comes with an established name. Lore of the Samurai delivers an expertly crafted record with classic Chicago influences, hints of electro and up-tempo technoid house.… Continue reading Lore of the Samurai – Alpha base
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The People In Fog – South Jefferson [Sound Of Vast]
Tokyo’s DJ Sodeyama returns as The People In Fog this June, delivering his new album under the alias, ‘1977’, via Japanese imprint Sound Of Vast. Yoshifumi Sodeyama better known to most as DJ Sodeyama has been a driving force in the Japanese underground electronic music scene for many years now, over the past decade and… Continue reading The People In Fog – South Jefferson [Sound Of Vast]
Halvtrak – Raised Voices [EABE]
Shadowy deep house genius Halvtrak opens his box of unreleased magic to EABE, and a super tasty 4-tracker is the result. Conjured with a pure hardware setup, this release consists of pure uber-classy deep house madness. The opener Cabinets teleports the listener to Chicago in 1989. Irresistibly jacking yet dark synth riff is joined by… Continue reading Halvtrak – Raised Voices [EABE]
Alien D – Frog Shirt [fifteen.pm]
Following an incredible release earlier this year on Lillerne Tapes Alien D is back. This time on fifteen.pm with 3 more kaleidoscopic journeys to drift away to. Today’s premiere features the track Frog Shirt from the forthcoming Jazzin’ the Cube EP. The track opens with bouncy kick while airy and shimmering synths float above. As the square… Continue reading Alien D – Frog Shirt [fifteen.pm]
DONALD DUST – RESCUE SHIPS APPROACHING [Claptrap]
2018 was a busy and rather productive year for Donald Dust. Edinburgh-based DJ and Producer was shining bright with appearances on Bordello A Parigi, Too Many Cars and Paradise Palms as well as the well-acclaimed 7 incher “Mars R-Trax” on Enter Planet Dust. Donald Dust’s new offering arrives courtesy of London’s Claptrap label and will… Continue reading DONALD DUST – RESCUE SHIPS APPROACHING [Claptrap]
Grant – Dash [SITU 111]
Hidden under the veil of anonymity for years, Grant – now known to be Anthony Collins, half of Brooklyn’s revered Frank & Tony and co-founder of Scissor & Thread – has been a game changer in the lo-fi house scene. Pairing classic sounds from Detroit & Chicago house with complex textures and deep soundscapes, he’s… Continue reading Grant – Dash [SITU 111]
Chrissy – Like A Fantasy [RAWAX]
A new Chrissy record is about to drop on the RAWAX label off shoot CHIWAX, titled “Resilience”. The 14 track all killer no filler album was inspired by Chrissy’s love for early 90s rave records. The album encompasses many of the early 90s rave genres such as break-beat, acid house and jungle. The album is… Continue reading Chrissy – Like A Fantasy [RAWAX]
Javonntte – Remember [Quintessentials]
After nearly two decades of silence, Brian “Javonntte” Garret has since re-established himself within the deep house realm. Returning to the scene in 2016, he has released a plethora of quality records on label such as Let’s Play House, Hardmatter, proving that he is indeed here to stay. The newest release from Quintessentials, “How Is Club246”,… Continue reading Javonntte – Remember [Quintessentials]
DJ Dre – 215 [These Things Take Time]
Established in 2016, Chicago-based label These Things Take Time have built themselves a unique sound and reputation by playing homage to house, disco, lo-fi and everything in-between. Consistency is key for record labels and these Chicagoans nail it every time, frequently releasing awesome tracks packed with raw emotion – make sure to keep an eye… Continue reading DJ Dre – 215 [These Things Take Time]
PREMIERE : Beraber – Sun Ritual (Vincent Floyd Remix) [La Freund Recordings]
Amsterdam analog fiends La Freund are back for their third release. After capturing and massaging eardrums with EPs from Duke Hugh and Sjamsoedin, the imprint invites Dutch producer Beraber to join the roster. With no known releases to date under this alias, the Amsterdam man makes quite an impressive debut here with Sun Ritual. The… Continue reading PREMIERE : Beraber – Sun Ritual (Vincent Floyd Remix) [La Freund Recordings]
PREMIERE : Raw Joints – Phutura Jam [RAW JOINTS]
The first release of any label is often the most interesting, as it is puts forth a statement on the label’s modus operandi, and lays the groundwork for its future output. With a label name like Raw Joints (soundcloud), ears of discerning house heads will undoubtedly perk up, and the Italian duo’s inaugural release does… Continue reading PREMIERE : Raw Joints – Phutura Jam [RAW JOINTS]
Borrowed Identity – XXX EP
Le nom en dit long sur le personnage, « Borrowed Identity » ne s’est jamais soucié de la façon dont on devait le classer. Celui-ci produit sans s’associer à un genre en particulier. Selon ses dires, il emprunte à la musique ethnique de ses amis et ses trouvailles insoupçonnées dénichées dans les magasins de vinyles… Continue reading Borrowed Identity – XXX EP