TRACKLISTING:


1. Childhood
2. Heartstone
3. Heroes
4. Hotel Kalimba
5. Sonntag (Album Version)
6. Come Down (With Zera)
7. Super Cactus
8. Sin (Album Version)
9. No One Else (With Zera)
10. Climax
11. Garden Of Souls
12. Infinity Inside (With Alice Rose)
13. Utopia

RELEASE INFO:

Moments of unbridled creation often manifest themselves in rather eccentric ways. Be it a sudden eureka moment, where the internal light-bulb flickers on sharply, or the seamless state of flow that appears when writer and pen are in-tune. But what about electronic musicians and that of the equipment around them? In Robert Babicz’s instance, the very sounds produced by this relationship morph into shapes and colours; sonic frequencies become visible objects due to the rare phenomenon, and indeed gift, of synesthesia.

Evidenced by Robert Babicz ’s eighth album, Utopia , this inherent creative process has resulted in a body of work that embodies his own personal experiences, forming a life soundtrack to epitomise moments of both elation and hardship. Memories enjoyed contrast with those endured, interwoven in a tapestry of musical expression that encapsulates a human story we can all relate to. Set for release on Marc Romboy’s Systematic, a label of which the Polish-born artist is more than familiar with given his two previous ‘Butterfly’ LPs, the album touches upon some of society's fundamental challenges, most notable of which is our search for the ideal world. Perhaps most strikingly is Robert’s assertion that the ‘Utopia’ we seek is not in fact a destination; rather it is a journey, one in which we must introspectively assess the notion that to find “ a better world to live in, we must create it each day ourselves.

Each track therefore is a reflection of such a discovery, acting as an auditory representation of Robert’s personal tale and typifying the evolution that naturally ensues. In this instance the symbolic nature of the butterfly, showcased in the album’s cover artwork, represents this transformatory experience. The voyage soon begins with Childhood , an ambient introductory piece that blissfully sets the tone of the release with emotive keys and warm, ethereal pads. Heartstone soon takes the helm, as progressive synths converge on a rhythmic kick-hat backbone, before the instrument-dotted Heroes opens with a stunning guitar-riff lead and resonant snare patterns.

The subdued tones of Hotel Kalimba soon grace us, a beautiful interluding track that works to rise and fall simultaneously, paving the way for a reworked version of Sonntag, one of Robert’s most popular tracks previously released on the well-established Kompakt label. Come Down swiftly ups the tempo, featuring a compelling main bassline that accompanies the poignant storytelling of vocalist Zera , before the hypnotic hum of Super Cactus softens the pace and gifts us a glimpse into a world far-removed from ours.

We are graced with another bespoke offering in Sin , an enchanting seven-minute rework of Robert’s debut Systematic track of the same name, whilst the heartfelt sense of No One Else undulates with a gentle lucidity, as Zera’s docile tones shimmer amidst a saxophone solo that evokes feelings of contemplation and anguish in one. Climax soon emerges with its breaks-inspired drum patterns and ethereal synth pulses, before the cosmic notes of Garden of Souls leave us in a haze of starry, wide-eyed reflection. Alice Rose ’s mesmerising vocals amplify the meditative qualities of Infinity Inside , a delicate penultimate record that unfurls into the album’s eventual closing track: Utopia .






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After already four strong 12“es on Audiomatique we proudly welcome back Robert Babicz with his fifth Audiomatique release: „Dark Flower“ is a shiny groover accompanied y a beautiful remix from Rotterdam based Techno-veteran Joris Voorn. The A-side features two new tracks by Robert, „Dark Flower“ and „Spiralboogie“. „Dark Flower“ showcases Robert’s typical handwriting: a dry, but funky groove construct with melancolic and deep synths while some highly seductive bass slaps create this very special Babicz feeling. „Spiralboogie“ spreads its magic on A2. Slowly building, having the funk in the trunk and fully focussed on simple, but reliable qualities. Forward ever, backwards never. The flipside holds our chef’s suggestion: an extraordinary Joris Voorn remix of „Dark Flower“ which already stirred a huge buzz when Steve Bug tested it on his recent Japan-tour or Robert played it out in Brasil last month. Joris Voorn‘s mix perfectly combines floating harmonies with a thrilling drive. Simply irresistible. More

Welcome back, Robert Babicz, with his fourth release on Audiomatique! The Cologne based Pole is one of todays most prolific producers and his best known monikers Robert Babicz and Rob Acid are only 2 out of more than 10. He‘s been producing almost hundred releases in the past 15 years on almost every well reputed label. With his ongoing worldtour and the release of his new album „A Cheerful Temper“ on Systematic, 2007 has already been a busy year for Robert Babicz. His Audiomatique discography already includes three excellent releases: „Lidia“ (am02, as Rob Acid) „Prism“ (am04) and „Markatech“ (am15) with the latest „PingPong in Moonlight“ to follow in September 2007. On the A-side the title track „PingPong In Moonlight“ comes with steel-sounds, sharp hihats and a deeply pushing bassline. Once the groove kicked in, a mystic melody gives the song it‘s very own „moonlight-feeling“. Strong track!
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Robert Babicz is already up to his third release on Audiomatique. “Lidia” was the first, under his alias Rob Acid in October 2004, then “Prism” as Robert Babicz in December 2005 and now “Markatech”, to be released late May, 2006. It looks like Mr. Babicz, who hails from the Cologne region, is tuned in to the Audiomatique sound. “Markatech” on the a-side is an absolute club monster, whilst “Sleeping Beauty” comes along with a more relaxed and dreamy vibe. On the one hand, claps, hihats and acid bleeps push things forward, rave signals paired with seriously dark basslines, plus some of those unmistakeableingredients designed to drag you onto the dancefloor and propel you all the way to hysteria.
Mood-wise, the flip side couldn’t be more of a contrast. The ingredients may be fairly similar, but the composition is different. As titles go, “Sleeping Beauty” is a pretty accurate title, hinting at the un-clubby, relaxed and peaceful atmosphere . A really versatile 12“ courtesy of Robert Babicz, very nice indeed. More

Robert Babicz and Rob Acid are only two of the many aliases for a groundbreaking producer. After Rob Acid‘s „Lidia“ (am02) he now uses his real name for „Prism“ his second release on Audiomatique. „Prism“ includes two excellent tracks, mainly produced with the famous „Machinedrum“ and all brought into being by Robert as well as a fantastic Robag Wruhme (Wighnomy Brothers) remix. „Prism“ is an ode to acid, of course, but also to the psychedelic element Robert misses in current club music. Go with spiralling vox-snippets and the twinging acid bleeps and you will expierence some unexpected twitches and flashes on the dancefloor. This trippy monster track is directly followed by „Rock“ on A2, which can be described as „steamrolling minimal rock“. This one slowly but surely takes control of your heart rate, you exhale steam and the journey begins. Massive. The b-side features a stunning rework of „Prism“, coming right from the Musik Krause HQ. Remember Robag Wruhme‘s great remix of MŠrtini Bršs’ „Love The Machine“ (pfr41)? His editing on „Prism“ presents the unique style of our Wighnomy friends. Frisky arrangments and twinkle-toed sounds work like a charm. Solid. More

When thse two heavy weights, friends and legends of electronic club music finally and after all the years team up the result can only be something fresh, unheard and inspiring. Gui Boratto from Sao Paulo and Robert Babicz from Cologne have produced this hooky house tune with that certain melodic something you can´t get out of your ears anymore. The flip side comes along with that special Babicz Italo beats which beam you back to Rimini in 1983. Hot beat alert!! More