‘Anjunadeep 04′ Preview
With the two previous volumes reaching #1 in the iTunes Dance Album Charts, expectations couldn’t be higher as Anjuna A&R man, James Grant and progressive house luminary, Jaytech return to deliver the latest installment in the Anjunadeep series, Anjunadeep 04. Grant opts for a deeper, housier approach to the trademark melodic Anjuna sound while Jaytech [...]
Chemical Brothers – “Don’t Think” CD & DVD release
After a rapturous response to the screenings that took place on Feb 1, 2012 around the world, the Chemical Brothers’ tour de force live concert film Don’t Think will be released on CD, DVD and Blu-Ray, March 27th via Astralwerks and Ridley Scott’s Black Dog Films. A limited edition 10” book package will follow on [...]
A chat with Stelios Vassiloudis (Bedrock Records)
Your It Is What Is album was released on Bedrock Records in November of last year. Does having that kind of validation for your music from such a prestigious label affect your creative process? I’m far too self-conscious and insecure about my music to allow for any measure of complacency to rear its ugly head. [...]
Underworld double review: 1992-2012 – The Anthology and A Collection
The departure of Darren Emerson prior to the release of 2002’s A Hundred Days Off album could’ve signaled the beginning of the end for Underworld. While his contributions were undoubtedly essential in galvanizing the group’s genre-defining techno and abstract electronica of the 90’s, Underworld continued on to fully realize its panoramic sonic capabilities in the [...]
Displayed Emotions/History Repeating
Since its inception in 2009, Sudbeat Music has stayed true to label founder Hernan Cattaneo’s vision: To champion vibrant progressive house music with melody, groove and soul. The Sudbeat catalog features quality releases from some of the pillars of today’s progressive scene such as Danny Howells, Nick Warren, and Cattaneo himself alongside some rising young [...]
Cielo 9th Anniversary
The Meatpacking District underwent a radical facelift beginning in the late 90’s. The neighborhood once known for its slaughterhouses, drug dealing, and transsexual prostitution was now on the make as high-end boutiques, posh hotels, and restaurants opened their doors giving the area a new identity. Cielo set up shop on 12th Street in 2003. The [...]
Gui Boratto – “Paralelo” Remixes
Gui Boratto draws from two palettes of sound. He is revered for lush cinematic pieces with low-slung Peter Hook-inspired guitar licks, as well as moody Fender Rhodes accents. The multi-talented Brazilian producer and musician also possesses a far more aggressive side with abrasive electro and techno textures. “Paralelo”- which originally appeared as a B-side on [...]
Terje Saether – Breed EP
Since its inception in 2009, Berlin-based Lucidflow Recordings has been consistently delivering moody, meditative sonic explorations that blur the line between progressive, tech, and deep house. Norwegian Terje Saether continues in that spirit with his “Breed” EP. The EP’s title track begins patiently with a slithering intro of tribal percussive elements and deep echoing stabs. [...]
Nadja Lind- “Shakes” Review
Nadja Lind’s “Shakes” release captures the essence of what the Darkroom Dubs label has always been about: foreboding melodies and ominous atmospheres with a trippy, hallucinogenic twist. The strength of Lind’s original lies in its subtlety. The track’s myriad skittery percussive effects form a backdrop of aural graffiti. Bits of conversation create an uneasy tension [...]
Loco Dice- Under 300 Tour Preview
Tech house DJ and producer Loco Dice has announced dates for his 2012 Under 300 tour. While his summer included appearances at massive festivals, Under 300 is about intimacy and connection. The Desolat Records boss will be travelling to smaller clubs leaving the laptops at home opting instead for the warmth of delicious vinyl. The [...]
