9/10 Don’t let the uninspired title fool you, Nascain’s ‘Double Album’ is a serious piece of work. A 20-track digital only release that has spent 3 years in the making – rife with ups and downs with tempos spanning from 80 to 180bpm. I found this album browsing Reddit for more obscure Aphex Twin releases
CutOff!CutOff! returns with three-track ‘Décollage’ EP
CutOff!CutOff! has revealed the first EP on his imprint RSNTR Rec. Titled ‘Décollage’, the three-track EP features off-kilter dance floor tracks giving a first impression of the leftfield position the label is prone to take. With mastering by Voidloss at Black Monolith Studios, the EP leads with the barely tamed titled track which takes inspiration
Aera announces new album ‘The Sound Path’ on Permanent Vacation
Berlin-based producer Aera has announced his latest collection of work ‘The Sound Path’. To be released on Permanent Vacation on the 6th April, the 12-track album focuses on complex soundscapes with quirky notes. Marking his second album, ‘The Sound Path’ is Aera’s most personal work to date. Aera first appeared when he established his record label
Dekmantel Festival reveals 2018 lineup including Jamie xx, Errorsmith, Orbital, Powder and Helena Hauff
Renowned Amsterdam promoter and label Dekmantel have announced the lineup for their 2018 edition. With the full programme revealed in a 5-minute long transmission video, key bookings are Jamie xx, Four Tet, Karen Gwyer, Young Marco and Errorsmith live sets, Mama Snake & Solid Blake, Ricardo Villalobos, Helena Hauff, Lena Willikens and Shackleton. This year
Groeni announces debut album, ‘Nihx’
New Zealand natives Groeni have revealed their debut album ‘Nihx’ on Project: Mooncircle. Created at the foot of Mount Victoria, the 9-track collection of original work sees Groeni challenge themselves compositionally and sonically. Two years in the making, the album was written across three studios in Wellington, NZ. ‘Nihx’ by Groeni will be released on the
C.A.R. announces second album ‘PINNED’
Following on from her debut album ‘My Friend’, C.A.R. – real name Chloé Raunet – has revealed her second album ‘PINNED’. To be released via Ransom Note Records on the 16th February, ‘PINNED’ refines her palette of glimmering electronics and post punk angles. Raunet previously led the electro outfit Battant which went on to collaborate with Red Axes,
The Crave Festival announces 2018 line up with DJ Stingray, Courtesy, Hessle Audio Trio and more
The Hague’s annual The Crave Festival has revealed the 2018 lineup. Boasting a wealth of incredible underground artists, the year’s edition sees DJ Stingray, Courtesy, Blawan, Hessle Audio Trio and Aurora Halal head to Zuiderpark for the one-day affair. The festival also spotlights The Hague’s storied electronic music scene, with The Hague locals Intergalactic FM
Locked Groove relaunches own imprint with ‘Whistle/Bird Of Prey’
Belgian producer Locked Groove relaunches Locked Groove Records imprint with his first full EP in two years, ‘Whistle/Birds Of Prey’. Released on the 26th January, the two-track collection highlights his crossover complexion, exploring house sentiments with careful use of restraint. ‘Whistle/Birds Of Prey’ by Locked Groove is out on the 26th January via Locked Groove Records.
R&S founder launches new EP series, ‘RV Trax’
R&S founder Renaat Vandepapeliere has launched a new EP series, ‘RV Trax’. Giving a platform to up and coming artists, the music reflects the sound of Vandepapeliere’s DJ sets – a renowned treasure trove of unreleased material. The first EP, out today, includes a trippy dub from Steve Legget of Bird Of Paradise’s ‘Alone Again’, a
The Hydra returns to Printworks for Issue 003 opening party
The Hydra returns to Printworks to present the opening party of the 003 series on Saturday 3rd March. The first show of 2018 sees Kerri Chandler, John Talabot, Job Jobse and more visit Printworks for the very first time. The Hydra founders Ajay Jayaram and Dolan Bergin said: “Having access to Printworks is an absolute