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Detroit duo Aux88 always danced to a different drum than their Motor City peers, developing a ludicrously weighty trademark sound that put massive, mind-mangling analogue bass and gut-punching electro beats at the heart of the action. "Direct Drive", a 1995 release that has long been hard to find (hence this much-needed reissue), is one of the best examples of their distinctive sound. The title track (side A on this edition) is little more than a raw, thrusting bassline, snappy machine beats, spacey pads and occasional Kraftwerk samples, but it's brilliantly floor-friendly and brilliantly executed - Detroit body music for those who like their club cuts sub-heavy. Elsewhere, "Aux Express (DJ K1 Mix)" is a bouncy electro jam and the short "Bytes" tracks are wonky vocal samples for creative DJs.

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AUX88 Bass Magnetic re-Issue 1993-2018. Back by popular demand, the same unique spirits that brought forth the sound of Detroit streets and turned it into the futuristic soundscape known as "Techno-Bass", The Original members have collaborated to re-issue their catalog 25+ years later. Starting with their 1st double pack LP, "Bass Magnetic" (considered to be a mesh of influences between Miami bass and Detroit techno), AUX88 established themselves in an effort to stay true to their roots in the streets and the clubs creating their own genre into a global dance culture. After the release and production of their own documentary ("AUX88-Portrait of an Electronic Band"), the group celebrates its now classic recordings. Harkening back to its first days on cassette tape to revive a future generation of vinyl aficionados. AUX88's "Bass Magnetic" = Classic Detroit Electro.

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Remastered re-issue of this all-time classic alien-funk electro by Aux 88!

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AUX88 did it......They Brought the first of the Mad Scientist Cd Release tracks from there pivotal LP. Finally original mixes on vinyl. AUX88 proves once again not only are they one of the best live bands in electronic music, but one of the genres funkiest groups in the world......continuing where Cybotron and Drexciya left off to a style all their own. Aux88 along with Drexciya single handily brought the electro genre back in the late 80’s

1) "Voice Modulation"- Vocals are what set Aux88 apart from everyone else; the beat is dark and precise with thumping bass line.

2) "Mad Scientist"- K-1 on vocals shows you why they loved making this LP and tour everything was used on these tracks analog and digital........................Mad Scientist they have created a true masterpiece. The Lp was dedicated to the late James Stinson


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A re-issued classic from the veterans of the genre, welcomed back via the Direct Beat Classics (DBC) label.
1) "Electro Techno" - Thunderous Street beats and cyborg vocals rule under the futuristic atmosphere of Detroit in this
legendary throwback of electronic funk. Still a signature tune in their catalog of greats...globally proven to start the
party.
2) "Black Planet" - A funky bass secured rhythm laid atop sparse percussion. Straight groove made to ride into your next
voyage.
3) "Electro Techno (MicroKnox Remix)" - Rehashed & restructured for the street...a splendid taste of the future from the
original material. Hyper tech-lines, subsonic bass & beefy drums remixed to rock venues properly. Electric, in full swing.
4) "The Flight" - Robotic rhythms standing tall against a cosmic backdrop of bass kicks & steely synths created for lift off.
Perfectly piloted into the Aux-Quadrant for your funk filled journey. Ride the vibe.

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Restock!

Detroit duo Aux88 always danced to a different drum than their Motor City peers, developing a ludicrously weighty trademark sound that put massive, mind-mangling analogue bass and gut-punching electro beats at the heart of the action. "Direct Drive", a 1995 release that has long been hard to find (hence this much-needed reissue), is one of the best examples of their distinctive sound. The title track (side A on this edition) is little more than a raw, thrusting bassline, snappy machine beats, spacey pads and occasional Kraftwerk samples, but it's brilliantly floor-friendly and brilliantly executed - Detroit body music for those who like their club cuts sub-heavy. Elsewhere, "Aux Express (DJ K1 Mix)" is a bouncy electro jam and the short "Bytes" tracks are wonky vocal samples for creative DJs.

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DJ K-1's (Keith Tucker - AUX88) re-release for modern electro heads Direct Beat Classics label.
1) "K-1 Intro" -Fine metallic percussion and Jeep beats define the groove of this EP's introduction from the year of 1996 featuring Anthony 'Blaktony' Horton (vocals) on this legendary Keith Tucker production. K-1's hauntingly dark strings emerge as you are informed by its mission statement. Mental.

2) "K-1 Agenda" (Instrumental) - Purposely added to enhance variety and balance, this instrumental holds its own. Highlighting his production skill, 'DJ K-1' cuts loose in the minimal groove with traditional Detroit escapism that makes the EP the fine concept it is. Made to dream & jam.

3) "K-1 Agenda" (Vocal Mix) -Written and executed by longtime cohort, 'Blaktony' (AUX88, Alien FM) on vocals. The tune transforms into a classic global jam with android-like vocals planted between the hand-crafted Detroit electronic backdrops. A mainstay in electro bass crates since its release, this track is the description of a man on a mission to jam this world and beyond. Rubbery 'K-1' signature bass lines and strings ride the perfect beat.

4) "The Future I Can See" - K-1's laid back robotic lyrics describe a look into the future paired with thunderous beats and electro bounce. Visionary rocking, Tucker provides the weight to the project that would bare his signature flavor. Hot.

5) "The Future I Can See" (Instrumental) - Focused on an atmosphere of eerie and moody Detroit dark electro, the energetic bass line weaves amongst jamming drums. Imaginative and compelling material made for global dance floors. 100% Electro.

6) "Unreleased track" - A short newly added bonus cut from the original sessions, laced with experimentation in the Motor City Electro sound.

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A re-issued classic from the veterans of the genre, welcomed back via the Direct Beat Classics (DBC) label.
1) "Electro Techno" - Thunderous Street beats and cyborg vocals rule under the futuristic atmosphere of Detroit in this
legendary throwback of electronic funk. Still a signature tune in their catalog of greats...globally proven to start the
party.
2) "Black Planet" - A funky bass secured rhythm laid atop sparse percussion. Straight groove made to ride into your next
voyage.
3) "Electro Techno (MicroKnox Remix)" - Rehashed & restructured for the street...a splendid taste of the future from the
original material. Hyper tech-lines, subsonic bass & beefy drums remixed to rock venues properly. Electric, in full swing.
4) "The Flight" - Robotic rhythms standing tall against a cosmic backdrop of bass kicks & steely synths created for lift off.
Perfectly piloted into the Aux-Quadrant for your funk filled journey. Ride the vibe.

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