Dan Only – It’s Inside You [Dirt Crew Recordings]

Dan Only returns for his third release on Dirt Crew Recordings with his “Deciduous Dubs EP”. This release sees the Toronto-native continuing to explore new musical territories, leaving behind the past to rebuilt his framework from scratch. Armed with Akai Samplers, 90s Romplers and some tried and true Roland classics, Dan explores sounds informed by… Continue reading Dan Only – It’s Inside You [Dirt Crew Recordings]

Lukas Oppenheimer – Where U Been (Nachtbraker Remix) [Suol Recordings]

Born in Hamburg and living in Berlin, Lukas Oppenheimer gives us the ‘His Dream’ EP on Suol Recordings. Kicking off with the title track, which takes matters into somewhat experimental territory, while still providing ample sustenance for a tripped-out dance – perhaps on a sunny day in Berlin, with trees swaying lazily in the background… Continue reading Lukas Oppenheimer – Where U Been (Nachtbraker Remix) [Suol Recordings]

Nachtbraker – LOL (Frits Wentink Remix) [Quartet Series]

One year after its release, Quartet Series proudly presents the remix EP of Nachtbraker’s successful debut album When You Find a Stranger in the Alps. A collection of remixes by some serious talent. These three producers were carefully selected by Nachtbraker because of their impeccable reputation and ability to bring something unique to the world… Continue reading Nachtbraker – LOL (Frits Wentink Remix) [Quartet Series]

Nachtbraker – Parmigiana [Nachtbraker]

Surely no “Stranger in the Alps,” Dutch producer Nachtbraker has proven himself to be one of the most consistent and refreshing producers to enter the scene in recent years. Since first coming into the public eye in 2014 with releases on Dirt Crew and Heist, the Nighthawk has gone on to hit a double whammy… Continue reading Nachtbraker – Parmigiana [Nachtbraker]

Reece Johnson – Neyt Life [Lumberjacks In Hell]

Lumberjacks in Hell was founded in 2010 by Amsterdam based Marcel Vogel. The label started out as a platform for his original productions and edits, and over the last 8 years has turned into an established brand known for providing magnetic house and disco. The label’s ethos is 100% dance floor based music, which tips… Continue reading Reece Johnson – Neyt Life [Lumberjacks In Hell]

S3A – Presentiment (feat. Mika Blaster) [Quartet Series]

S3A returns to Quartet Series with “Climax,” a winner of an EP that serves as the third instalment in the label’s Trophy Series. As expected, all four tracks stay true to the intention set by Sampling As An Art (note the S and three “A’s”); rare and dusty samples combined for maximum feel and dancefloor… Continue reading S3A – Presentiment (feat. Mika Blaster) [Quartet Series]

Adryiano talks about his latest release on Heist Recordings

Heist Recordings is an adventure started by Detroit Swindle back in 2013 in an effort to have total freedom over their own releases whilst giving that same opportunity to other deserving artists. In the summer of 2013, the label’s first release came in the form of “Break up to make up” EP and ever since,… Continue reading Adryiano talks about his latest release on Heist Recordings

Nachtbraker – Tobago [Common Labour]

Anyone who has been following the music industry the past few years knows this fact: Vinyl sales are up! And up big! In fact, sales of vinyl in 2016 reached a 25-year high as consumers young and old have found new satisfaction from embracing physical formats of music. However, this recent trend did not happen… Continue reading Nachtbraker – Tobago [Common Labour]

PREMIERE : Ponty Mython – So What Did You Expect (BAL5000 back to 96 Remix) [wewillalwaysbealovesong]

wewillalwaysbealovesong is a French label with a very impressive back catalogue, bringing together the likes of Ilija Rudman, Tevo Howard and Ponty Mython (who is the subject of today’s premiere). This is their 11th outing, the second of which has been pressed to wax. This is essentially a remix EP, harnessing the talents of Black Loops,… Continue reading PREMIERE : Ponty Mython – So What Did You Expect (BAL5000 back to 96 Remix) [wewillalwaysbealovesong]

MIXED BY/ Nachtbraker

The journey for rising Dutch producer Nachtbraker (or “nighthawk” – soundcloud) has been positively linear thus far. After cutting his teeth as a promoter and local jockey, the Amsterdam-based producer has gone on to build an acclaimed yet almost concise discography rooted in quality over quality. Notable releases on Detroit Swindle’s Heist Recordings and Dirt Crew… Continue reading MIXED BY/ Nachtbraker

PREMIERE : Scott Franka – Toenail [Quartet Series]

Quartet Series (soundcloud) emerged last year, a seriously good label with a not so serious aesthetic. Nachtbraker first foray into label management was warmly received. They allowed a whole host of established and new producers show their ‘good’ and ‘bad’ side on 4 track comic strip themed vinyl releases. There are many tracks from the 4… Continue reading PREMIERE : Scott Franka – Toenail [Quartet Series]

PREMIERE : Loz Goddard – Home (Quartet Series)

If you haven’t heard of it by now, Quartet Series is a label run by Nachtbraker. It is a series of four releases featuring four different artists per record. Each EP comes with a commissioned storyboard comic on the sleeve, with the story developing as the releases progress. So far, it seems to be a… Continue reading PREMIERE : Loz Goddard – Home (Quartet Series)