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Downtempo, ambient and meditative, ‘Medusozoa Vol II’ is a compilation of tracks made for deep listening, reflection and procrastination. Spotlighting previously unreleased songs and fresh new finds, the album takes listeners on a journey through moods across genres, giving flight to the imagination

With a busy year coming to an end, Tartelet Records is taking a step back to pause and reflect. Releasing November 30th, “Medusozoa Vol II is a compilation of 20 introspective, ambient and downtempo tracks from across the planet – all carefully selected for their healing qualities,” explains Tartelet label head, Emil Margetli Nyholm.

Alongside previously unreleased material by Space Ghost, Zopelar, Glenn Astro, Max Graef and Uffe, the album also features recent signings the likes of ABUNAI, Athletic Whippet, Brynjolfur, Doc Sleep and Sans Merit (a new project by Francis Inferno Orchestra), plus a few classics from the back catalogue courtesy of Henry Wu & Tito Wun, among others.

Whether taking listeners back to a time in the past, to a daydream in the future, or fully immersing them into the present, all tracks were selected for their restorative and relaxing qualities, giving listeners a reason to find comfort in today’s climate of uncertainty.

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‘Nelson of the East’ delves into new territory with this release; venturing into a new sonic landscape with a nod towards towards the club. However – the complex, percolating rhythmic flavours that have stood out in his previous productions remain at the forefront of all 3 tracks on this EP.

The track, ‘Sub Erotic’ encapsulates this new stripped back yet sophisticated approach that has been formulated for this EP.

A sparse arrangement leads to several meticulously crafted layers that interplay with one another throughout the entirety of the track – resulting in a simple yet absorbing outcome.

The funk laden bassline underpins the body of the track providing a simple yet effective groove that’s oh so easy to lock into, whilst the almost metallic drenched percussive element add an ever-morphing layer of ear candy above.

As in many of his previous releases, ‘Nelson of the East’ gives a nod to a host of non-western drum elements, patterns, and sequences that result in a dynamic yet organic rhythm that contribute to his truly authentic, creative and unique sound.

‘Nelson of The East’ – Sub Erotic E.P [TDE01] Available May 6 on vinyl and digital.

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Following a string of strong releases, Tartelet Records is taking a step back to reflect on a year on hold. Releasing on Friday, March 26th, Medusozoa is a compilation of 13 introspective, downtempo and ambient-leaning tracks that have been carefully selected for their healing qualities. Alongside previously released and unreleased material by Glenn Astro, Henry Wu & Tito Wun, Jitwam, Max Graef & Wayne Snow, Space Ghost, and Uffe, the record also features recent signings the likes of ABUNAI, Armin Tamzarian, and Nelson of the East.

Out on February 24th, the first single “peace sign” by label-newcomer ABUNAI is a heartfelt piece of electronic soul brought to life by the artist’s falsetto vocals and hazy, laidback production. A style and sound synonymous with the Bay Area where he resides – though with a deeper message at its core:

“Peace sign” was inspired by some of the intense wildfires during 2020 and the feeling of sitting inside while the world is on fire,” says ABUNAI. “It’s about our lack of control over what might happen to the people we love, and learning to accept that lack of control.”

Worthy of a second spin, Oakland native Space Ghost continues on theme with the two deep ambient cuts “Night Dive (Ft. Morgan)” and “Tropical Pavilion” taken from his first and second albums.
Max Graef contributes with the track “Jane” with Wayne Snow on vocals: a lesser-known gem taken from his critically acclaimed 2014 debut album Rivers of the Red Planet. Recorded on an afternoon in Graef’s old Berlin-Prenzlauer Berg apartment, it was one of Wayne Snow’s first features and remains a label favorite. Tartelet Records label head Emil Nyholm remembers:

“Wayne and Max had just met and started working together – this was one of their first collaborations and it all came together in one afternoon – it felt magical back then and it still does today,” he says.

A “hidden” bonus track from his acclaimed Honeycomb album, “Confessions” by Jitwam drops the artist’s usual vocals and signature funk-leaning groove in favor of slow, dozy melody. Strangely soothing and hypnotic, Confessions features mellow triphop-inspired beats and a pitched flute-like melody – perfect stoner vibes!

Finally, Milan-native Nelson of the East delivers the previously unreleased track “The Casting,” a bizarre and cinematic piece of ambient music, showcasing his affection for soundscapes and jazzy chord progressions.
Whether taking listeners back to a time in the past, to a daydream in the future, or fully immersing them into the present, all tracks were selected for their restorative and relaxing qualities, giving listeners a reason to take comfort in today’s climate of uncertainty.

The first single “Peace Sign” by ABUNAI will be out February 24th on all digital platforms. The second single “Confessions” by Jitwam is available March 10th on all digital platforms ‘Medusozoa’ drops March 26th.

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C’était dimanche dont le ciel s’est dégradé progressivement du bleu au gris, jusqu’à rendre la ville uniformément blanche et cendrée, décolorée et froide, minimale et monotone.  Et la journée aurait pu continuer ainsi jusqu’à la nuit si elle n’avait pas été détournée par Alex Seidel, dont sortaient tout juste les snippets de son EP à paraître chez Tartelet Records.

Tartelet Records, faut-il vous présenter? Bataillon nordique à l’uniforme toujours impeccable quant il s’agit de faire monter au front de nouveaux talents. Et dont la nouvelle recrue n’est autre que ce certain Alex Seidel, berlinois, affilié à Money $ex Records (on reste dans le même bataillon), et homonyme d’un célèbre armaturier allemand; en somme un jeune homme destiné à la première ligne, qui a su avec quatre courts extraits colorer ce dimanche, à base d’éclectisme et de sophistication.

La première face débute donc dans une ambiante satinée avec une rythmique claire, travaillée, à laquelle se superposent des synthés cristallins ainsi que des modulations whah-whah. Puis on évolue avec le deuxième track vers une atmosphère plus nocturne et contrastée avec des beats plus incissifs et dansants, tout en gardant les mêmes synthés aux sonorités aériennes.

La seconde face, quant à elle, se distingue par son hybridité. Elle commence dans un style résolument entraînant, groovy. Au programme des percussions mixes, qui mettent en avant un ensemble conga, enrichit d’un clave et de samples vocaux soul.  Dimanche se fait lointain, le soleil plus proche…Jusqu’à ce que tout ce beau monde débouche avec surprise sur un dernier track plus expérimental et intellectuel, qui regarde vers le landscaping. Le bpm a chuté. La section rythmique a disparue. Il ne reste qu’une basse lancinante à trois notes qui s’enrichit par nappes successives d’aigus saturés et dissonants; une angoisse se fait sentir, qui succède au charme des trois premières pistes, et laisse dans l’impatience de découvrir le vinyl au complet.

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