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TRACKLIST:
1. The Force
2. Layerz
3. Down To The Molecule
4. The Wild West
FORMAT DETAILS: Standard weight red coloured vinyl.
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What started as an experiment, born in the stillness of the early months of 2020, Metalheadz and SB81 are proud to present 'B292'.
The largest body of music ever released by Metalheadz, 'B292' is made up of 29 tracks across 2 defined parts with a strong emphasis on old skool influences. It's SB81's experiences as a youth that give him a real understanding of this era, something that cannot be replicated and where authenticity always stands tall.
Beginning as a small batch of tracks it wasn't long before Goldie encouraged SB81 to explore the idea of an album, and via several trips around Low Hill in Wolverhampton (where SB81 lived until the age of 30), it was here where the nostalgia and drive took hold for good.
SB81 calls this project a 'pre-1994 Metalheadz sound', and although no 29-track album deserves such a brief description it does seem so fitting - even more so with a huge amount of respect and admiration for labels such as Reinforced, Production House and Moving Shadow embodied throughout.
Make no mistake, this is in no way purely an album that tries to recreate the old. The music at its core remains as cutting edge as ever with a fresh on the ears feel and a rave-ready approach.
SB81's 'B292' releases in full on 31st May 2024, including a 4x coloured vinyl package, bespoke full colour sleeve designed by the incredibly talent EPOD and a bonus box set available exclusively via the Metalheadz website and Bandcamp.
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1. The Force
2. Layerz
3. Down To The Molecule
4. The Wild West
FORMAT DETAILS: Standard weight red coloured vinyl.
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OVERVIEW:
What started as an experiment, born in the stillness of the early months of 2020, Metalheadz and SB81 are proud to present 'B292'.
The largest body of music ever released by Metalheadz, 'B292' is made up of 29 tracks across 2 defined parts with a strong emphasis on old skool influences. It's SB81's experiences as a youth that give him a real understanding of this era, something that cannot be replicated and where authenticity always stands tall.
Beginning as a small batch of tracks it wasn't long before Goldie encouraged SB81 to explore the idea of an album, and via several trips around Low Hill in Wolverhampton (where SB81 lived until the age of 30), it was here where the nostalgia and drive took hold for good.
SB81 calls this project a 'pre-1994 Metalheadz sound', and although no 29-track album deserves such a brief description it does seem so fitting - even more so with a huge amount of respect and admiration for labels such as Reinforced, Production House and Moving Shadow embodied throughout.
Make no mistake, this is in no way purely an album that tries to recreate the old. The music at its core remains as cutting edge as ever with a fresh on the ears feel and a rave-ready approach.
SB81's 'B292' releases in full on 31st May 2024, including a 4x coloured vinyl package, bespoke full colour sleeve designed by the incredibly talent EPOD and a bonus box set available exclusively via the Metalheadz website and Bandcamp.
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The newly remastered Terminator EP by Goldie's Rufige Kru alias is here. Originally released in 1992, Terminator is widely regarded as one of the most influential tracks in jungle and drum and bass history. Sitting at a pivotal moment in the genre's evolution, the EP marked the beginning of a journey for both Goldie and Metalheadz that is still going strong today. Meticulously restored from the original DAT tapes, this remastered edition brings renewed clarity and low-end weight to a seminal release. The EP's groundbreaking experiments in timestretching and cinematic atmospheres remain as impactful as ever, a reminder of why it inspired an entire generation of producers. Releasing on 2x 12" 180g vinyl with a full artwork sleeve on 1st August.
TRACKLIST:
A. "Terminator (2025 Remastered)"
B. "Kemistry (feat. Diane Charlemagne) (2025 Remastered)"
C. "Knowledge (2025 Remastered)"
D. "Sinister (2025 Remastered)"
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TRACKLIST:
A. "Terminator (2025 Remastered)"
B. "Kemistry (feat. Diane Charlemagne) (2025 Remastered)"
C. "Knowledge (2025 Remastered)"
D. "Sinister (2025 Remastered)"
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OVERVIEW: The formidable duo of Seba & Paradox return to Metalheadz, more than 5 years after their first collaborative release on the label. Both artists are prolific in their own right, each with their own distinctive signature sound that they have managed to seamlessly combine, resulting in truly first-class drum and bass. This latest offering is no exception as we present both 'Cypher' and 'Orlean' to the world, another masterclass from Seba & Paradox.
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OVERVIEW: The formidable duo of Seba & Paradox return to Metalheadz, more than 5 years after their first collaborative release on the label. Both artists are prolific in their own right, each with their own distinctive signature sound that they have managed to seamlessly combine, resulting in truly first-class drum and bass. This latest offering is no exception as we present both 'Cypher' and 'Orlean' to the world, another masterclass from Seba & Paradox.
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Mako - A1. Overshare
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Mako - A2. The Scream
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Mako - A3. Oeuvre Part 2
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Mako - B1. Come Closer
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Mako - B2. Suspension
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Mako - B3. The Warpath
For over a decade, Mako has been a distinctive presence, both as an individual and through his music, a talent we've proudly showcased at Metalheadz.
This September, we are honoured to release his third album on the label, and his second solo endeavour, which serves as a seamless continuation of his earlier work. His 2020 album, 'Oeuvre', represented years of dedication and refined production, solidifying Mako's esteemed place within the Metalheadz family.
Now, four years later, we're thrilled to present 'Oeuvre – Part 2'. This 12-track album is a celebration of Mako's deep passion for music, while also reflecting his sometimes disillusioned views on a modern era that often seems to pass us by. In a world where individuality can struggle to shine amidst an overwhelming flood of content, Mako's superior production stands out as a beacon, demanding not just recognition, but active listening.
Mako's commitment to his musical community is evident throughout the album, with contributions from long-time collaborators Fields, Hydro, Villem, and Mikal, each bringing their unique expertise to the project. The album also features a special collaboration with the late Marcus Intalex, a friendship that blossomed in the years before Marcus' untimely passing and one that continues to bear fruit.
Diving into the heart of the album reveals Mako's charm as a producer: from the captivating vocals in 'Feed You', the sleek homage to techstep in "Suspension', to the pure dancefloor energy of 'Direct Source', a track long favoured by Goldie. As expected, Mako also delivers deeper, more contemplative pieces like the album's opener 'True Expression' and the graceful melodies of 'Overshare'.
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This September, we are honoured to release his third album on the label, and his second solo endeavour, which serves as a seamless continuation of his earlier work. His 2020 album, 'Oeuvre', represented years of dedication and refined production, solidifying Mako's esteemed place within the Metalheadz family.
Now, four years later, we're thrilled to present 'Oeuvre – Part 2'. This 12-track album is a celebration of Mako's deep passion for music, while also reflecting his sometimes disillusioned views on a modern era that often seems to pass us by. In a world where individuality can struggle to shine amidst an overwhelming flood of content, Mako's superior production stands out as a beacon, demanding not just recognition, but active listening.
Mako's commitment to his musical community is evident throughout the album, with contributions from long-time collaborators Fields, Hydro, Villem, and Mikal, each bringing their unique expertise to the project. The album also features a special collaboration with the late Marcus Intalex, a friendship that blossomed in the years before Marcus' untimely passing and one that continues to bear fruit.
Diving into the heart of the album reveals Mako's charm as a producer: from the captivating vocals in 'Feed You', the sleek homage to techstep in "Suspension', to the pure dancefloor energy of 'Direct Source', a track long favoured by Goldie. As expected, Mako also delivers deeper, more contemplative pieces like the album's opener 'True Expression' and the graceful melodies of 'Overshare'.
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Mako - A1. I Miss You
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Mako - A2. Direct Source
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Mako - B1. Keep Your Cool
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Mako - B2 TMI (Album Sampler Exclusive)
For over a decade, Mako has been a distinctive presence, both as an individual and through his music, a talent we've proudly showcased at Metalheadz.
This September, we are honoured to release his third album on the label, and his second solo endeavour, which serves as a seamless continuation of his earlier work. His 2020 album, 'Oeuvre', represented years of dedication and refined production, solidifying Mako's esteemed place within the Metalheadz family.
Now, four years later, we're thrilled to present 'Oeuvre – Part 2'. This 12-track album is a celebration of Mako's deep passion for music, while also reflecting his sometimes disillusioned views on a modern era that often seems to pass us by. In a world where individuality can struggle to shine amidst an overwhelming flood of content, Mako's superior production stands out as a beacon, demanding not just recognition, but active listening.
Mako's commitment to his musical community is evident throughout the album, with contributions from long-time collaborators Fields, Hydro, Villem, and Mikal, each bringing their unique expertise to the project. The album also features a special collaboration with the late Marcus Intalex, a friendship that blossomed in the years before Marcus' untimely passing and one that continues to bear fruit.
Diving into the heart of the album reveals Mako's charm as a producer: from the captivating vocals in 'Feed You', the sleek homage to techstep in "Suspension', to the pure dancefloor energy of 'Direct Source', a track long favoured by Goldie. As expected, Mako also delivers deeper, more contemplative pieces like the album's opener 'True Expression' and the graceful melodies of 'Overshare'.
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This September, we are honoured to release his third album on the label, and his second solo endeavour, which serves as a seamless continuation of his earlier work. His 2020 album, 'Oeuvre', represented years of dedication and refined production, solidifying Mako's esteemed place within the Metalheadz family.
Now, four years later, we're thrilled to present 'Oeuvre – Part 2'. This 12-track album is a celebration of Mako's deep passion for music, while also reflecting his sometimes disillusioned views on a modern era that often seems to pass us by. In a world where individuality can struggle to shine amidst an overwhelming flood of content, Mako's superior production stands out as a beacon, demanding not just recognition, but active listening.
Mako's commitment to his musical community is evident throughout the album, with contributions from long-time collaborators Fields, Hydro, Villem, and Mikal, each bringing their unique expertise to the project. The album also features a special collaboration with the late Marcus Intalex, a friendship that blossomed in the years before Marcus' untimely passing and one that continues to bear fruit.
Diving into the heart of the album reveals Mako's charm as a producer: from the captivating vocals in 'Feed You', the sleek homage to techstep in "Suspension', to the pure dancefloor energy of 'Direct Source', a track long favoured by Goldie. As expected, Mako also delivers deeper, more contemplative pieces like the album's opener 'True Expression' and the graceful melodies of 'Overshare'.
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DJ Trace & HLZ - A. Raptor
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DJ Trace & HLZ - B1. Eclispse
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DJ Trace & HLZ - B2. Parasite
It's a pleasure to welcome the legendary DJ Trace to the label for the first time alongside Metalheadz family HLZ. The 'Raptor EP' comes on a 3 track clear 12" vinyl with a further digital bonus track and artwork from the one and only Jon Black.
The EP comes straight from the peak days of techstep with lengthy, intense build ups leading into fierce beats and moody backdrops, a combination that both DJ Trace and HLZ share a love of.
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The EP comes straight from the peak days of techstep with lengthy, intense build ups leading into fierce beats and moody backdrops, a combination that both DJ Trace and HLZ share a love of.
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Sonar's Ghost - Even So
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Sonar's Ghost - Is Jazz Is
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Sonar's Ghost - Echoes
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Sonar's Ghost - Mindrumming
Since releasing on Reinforced at the age of 16, Dominic Stanton has always remained one of most influential producers in the west London broken beat scene. Those early adventures via numerous successful aliases laid the foundations for Dom's sound, eventually leading to the launch of 'Sonar's Ghost' in 2013.
Welcoming Sonar's Ghost to Metalheadz is now long overdue, so it's a pleasure to be showcasing 'The Fall and Rise Of...' as part of the Metalheadz Platinum series this July. Consisting of 5 collabs, 4 of them making the vinyl cut, the release draws inspiration from the rich heritage of jungle and breakbeat, effortlessly weaveing together intricate rhythms and immersive textures. Outrage & Scale feature on 2 tracks each, whilst Acid_Lab also gets in on the virtual collaboration bringing together a complimentary selection of styles.
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Welcoming Sonar's Ghost to Metalheadz is now long overdue, so it's a pleasure to be showcasing 'The Fall and Rise Of...' as part of the Metalheadz Platinum series this July. Consisting of 5 collabs, 4 of them making the vinyl cut, the release draws inspiration from the rich heritage of jungle and breakbeat, effortlessly weaveing together intricate rhythms and immersive textures. Outrage & Scale feature on 2 tracks each, whilst Acid_Lab also gets in on the virtual collaboration bringing together a complimentary selection of styles.
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A trio of drum & bass kings return to the label for a vintage-esque Metalheadz release ushered in by the space-age sounds of 'Irrelevant' by Loxy & Ink.
'Token' takes a darker, more sinister turn as Resound gets in on the act.
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'Token' takes a darker, more sinister turn as Resound gets in on the act.
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Asylum - No Title
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Asylum - No Title
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A. Da Base II Dark [Remastered]
B. Da Base II Dark (Stealth Remix)
The sound of one of the most recognisable Metalheadz anthems makes up the 2nd part of our 25 Years series.
Asylum aka L Double's 'Da Base II Dark' was originally released in 1995 and retains its status as a certified classic, still appearing in sets almost 3 decades later. Remastered for this mammoth project the single is accompanied by a Stealth remix on the B side, a remix that grew into Stealth's own personal homage to the Metalheadz sound. The outcome is a ravenous twist constructed entirely with the late night dancefloor in mind.
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A. Da Base II Dark [Remastered]
B. Da Base II Dark (Stealth Remix)
The sound of one of the most recognisable Metalheadz anthems makes up the 2nd part of our 25 Years series.
Asylum aka L Double's 'Da Base II Dark' was originally released in 1995 and retains its status as a certified classic, still appearing in sets almost 3 decades later. Remastered for this mammoth project the single is accompanied by a Stealth remix on the B side, a remix that grew into Stealth's own personal homage to the Metalheadz sound. The outcome is a ravenous twist constructed entirely with the late night dancefloor in mind.
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HLZ - "Amethyst" (6:47)
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HLZ - "In A Lifetime" (7:00)
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HLZ - "Break The Rules" (6:24)
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HLZ - "Polar Dream" (6:29)
TRACKLISTING:
A1. Amethyst
A2. In A Lifetime
B1. Break The Rules
B2. Polar Dreams
OVERVIEW:
Almost a year on from his debut Metalheadz EP, HLZ presents the 'Amethyst EP' on Metalheadz Platinum due for release on vinyl this September.
The Italian-born, London-based producer encapsulates the modern day Metalheadz sound across 4 sublime solo tracks, from the effortless fluidity of the title track to the raucous vibrations of 'Break The Rules'. There's a familiar tastefulness from start to finish, full of thrills, twists and turns but also very raw in nature, something HLZ continues to execute throughout his impressively growing discography.
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A1. Amethyst
A2. In A Lifetime
B1. Break The Rules
B2. Polar Dreams
OVERVIEW:
Almost a year on from his debut Metalheadz EP, HLZ presents the 'Amethyst EP' on Metalheadz Platinum due for release on vinyl this September.
The Italian-born, London-based producer encapsulates the modern day Metalheadz sound across 4 sublime solo tracks, from the effortless fluidity of the title track to the raucous vibrations of 'Break The Rules'. There's a familiar tastefulness from start to finish, full of thrills, twists and turns but also very raw in nature, something HLZ continues to execute throughout his impressively growing discography.
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Mako - No Title
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Mako - No Title
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Mako - No Title
Bristolian Stephen Redmore, known through his drum & bass alias Mako, is finally set to unleash his forthcoming LP on Metalheadz, something which he's been working on behind the scenes for some time. The label head of Utopia is well known for his slick production and penchant for underground anthems, something which has been seen again and again on his own imprint, as well as across a plethora of labels which have acted as pillars for the drum & bass world. Having already made his presence felt before within the catalogue of Metalheadz, as well as Break's Symmetry Recordings, Dispatch, Soul:R and Samurai Music, he's a valuable part of the genre's make up, which is why the announcement of his forthcoming LP ignited widespread anticipation.
Directly translated to 'a body of art', Mako's LP 'Oeuvre' is representative of his life's work in music production. The grinding bassline of 'Life Cycle' alongside the late Andy Skopes, a testament to the legacy he left behind, sets the tone. 'Flip it' has already been doing the club rounds, as the moody Photek atmospherics of 'One Reality' and more affectional twists of 'Holding You' adds to the tracklist's versatility.
'The Scenic Values' underscores Mako's love of Krust and Doc Scott production grooves, whilst the experimental soundscape of 'Hoxton Home' heralds back to old Lemon D. 'Oeuvre' is a walkthrough of Mako's many personalities as a musician and it finds a welcome home within Metalheadz's historic discography.
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Directly translated to 'a body of art', Mako's LP 'Oeuvre' is representative of his life's work in music production. The grinding bassline of 'Life Cycle' alongside the late Andy Skopes, a testament to the legacy he left behind, sets the tone. 'Flip it' has already been doing the club rounds, as the moody Photek atmospherics of 'One Reality' and more affectional twists of 'Holding You' adds to the tracklist's versatility.
'The Scenic Values' underscores Mako's love of Krust and Doc Scott production grooves, whilst the experimental soundscape of 'Hoxton Home' heralds back to old Lemon D. 'Oeuvre' is a walkthrough of Mako's many personalities as a musician and it finds a welcome home within Metalheadz's historic discography.
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Nymfo - "Sting Blade"
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Nymfo - Nymfo & Martyn - "What's Happening?"
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Nymfo - "No Choice"
TRACKLISTING:
A1. Nymfo - Sting Blade
B1. Nymfo & Marty - What's Happening?
B2. Nymfo - No Choice
OVERVIEW: You'd be forgiven for not realising this is Nymfo's first EP for Metalheadz considering he is one of the Netherlands' finest drum and bass exports boasting releases on some of the genre's most revered labels.
Opening with the title track 'Sting Blade', the EP hits hard in true Nymfo fashion, but as he's shown over the last decade and more he is perfectly capable of executing several styles, something exemplified as you journey deeper into the release. Fellow Dutchman and Berghain staple Martyn also features for a vigorous work out on 'What's Happening".
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A1. Nymfo - Sting Blade
B1. Nymfo & Marty - What's Happening?
B2. Nymfo - No Choice
OVERVIEW: You'd be forgiven for not realising this is Nymfo's first EP for Metalheadz considering he is one of the Netherlands' finest drum and bass exports boasting releases on some of the genre's most revered labels.
Opening with the title track 'Sting Blade', the EP hits hard in true Nymfo fashion, but as he's shown over the last decade and more he is perfectly capable of executing several styles, something exemplified as you journey deeper into the release. Fellow Dutchman and Berghain staple Martyn also features for a vigorous work out on 'What's Happening".
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A. Hexagon
AA. Love or Death
PRIVATE LISTEN LINK: https://s.disco.ac/carqycmobigk
OVERVIEW: A first release for Seba & Paradox as a duo on Metalheadz is as special as its billing makes out to be.
Although being situated in Sweden and Lithuania may provide many stumbling blocks, not to mention Paradox's insistence on physical 'in personal' studio sessions, the guys still manage to retain a production line amongst the best in underground jungle.
The impeccable brand new Metalheadz single is a brief excursion from their flourishing joint label venture and kicks off which looks set to be our busiest year ever.
OTHER ACTIVITY: https://www.metalheadz.co.uk/home
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A. Hexagon
AA. Love or Death
PRIVATE LISTEN LINK: https://s.disco.ac/carqycmobigk
OVERVIEW: A first release for Seba & Paradox as a duo on Metalheadz is as special as its billing makes out to be.
Although being situated in Sweden and Lithuania may provide many stumbling blocks, not to mention Paradox's insistence on physical 'in personal' studio sessions, the guys still manage to retain a production line amongst the best in underground jungle.
The impeccable brand new Metalheadz single is a brief excursion from their flourishing joint label venture and kicks off which looks set to be our busiest year ever.
OTHER ACTIVITY: https://www.metalheadz.co.uk/home
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Black Barrel - "Elevate With Me" (feat KSR)
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Black Barrel - "Lost Meaning"
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Black Barrel - "Hear The Sound"
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Black Barrel - "Leah"
TRACKLISTING:
A1. Elevate With Me (ft. KSR)
A2. Lost Meaning
AA1. Hear the Sound
AA2. Leah
Drawing from early Metalheadz influences, sounds and ideas, Black Barrel has crafted his own unique take on it all ranging from the intricate edits and soulful KSR vocals on 'Elevate With Me' to the unparalleled funk and gnarly prominence of 'Hear The Sound'. It's further proof that Black Barrel is more than adept when it comes to producing full spectrum drum and bass.
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A1. Elevate With Me (ft. KSR)
A2. Lost Meaning
AA1. Hear the Sound
AA2. Leah
Drawing from early Metalheadz influences, sounds and ideas, Black Barrel has crafted his own unique take on it all ranging from the intricate edits and soulful KSR vocals on 'Elevate With Me' to the unparalleled funk and gnarly prominence of 'Hear The Sound'. It's further proof that Black Barrel is more than adept when it comes to producing full spectrum drum and bass.
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Critical Impact - No Title
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Critical Impact - No Title
We're delighted to welcome Critical Impact back to Metalheadz for a solo single, 8 years after he first appeared on the label as part of the Genesis EP series.
Known for his work with vocalists, Critical Impact's trademark style is rolled out and only complimented by the unique vocal tones of both DRS and Fats across their respective features, making for a release that intertwines soul with gritty, accomplished beats.
TRACKLISTING:
A. Critical Impact & DRS - Crazy
AA. Critical Impact & MC Fats - Far Away
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Known for his work with vocalists, Critical Impact's trademark style is rolled out and only complimented by the unique vocal tones of both DRS and Fats across their respective features, making for a release that intertwines soul with gritty, accomplished beats.
TRACKLISTING:
A. Critical Impact & DRS - Crazy
AA. Critical Impact & MC Fats - Far Away
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Agzilla - No Title
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Agzilla - No Title
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Agzilla - No Title
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Agzilla - No Title
A long-time friend of Goldie and a staple of the Nordic dance music scene, Agzilla's eclectic debut album is set for release this February.
Blurring the lines between the rough with the smooth and delving into various genres including jungle and drum & bass as well as leftfield techno, house and bass music, 'Cats Can Hear Ultrasound' is a genuine melting pot of contrasting sounds covering a diverse range of BPMs.
The album sampler is headlined by remixes from OneMind and Kid Drama who both deliver their own exquisite take on Agzilla's music.
TRACKLISTING:
A1. Contrafiction (OneMind Rmx)
A2. Contrafiction
AA1. Reneri (Kid Drama Rmx)
AA2. Reneri
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Blurring the lines between the rough with the smooth and delving into various genres including jungle and drum & bass as well as leftfield techno, house and bass music, 'Cats Can Hear Ultrasound' is a genuine melting pot of contrasting sounds covering a diverse range of BPMs.
The album sampler is headlined by remixes from OneMind and Kid Drama who both deliver their own exquisite take on Agzilla's music.
TRACKLISTING:
A1. Contrafiction (OneMind Rmx)
A2. Contrafiction
AA1. Reneri (Kid Drama Rmx)
AA2. Reneri
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Our third Platinum release of the year comes from Finnish breakbeat veteran Fanu who's conjured up a fusion of classic breaks and brutal basslines across 2 vinyl track. An EP full of experimentation that constantly strays from the norm, this is a release that celebrates the combination of Fanu's great efforts and unique methods bringing about impeccable results.
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A. "Recharge"
B. "Black Label"
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scar - Clear As Day
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scar - One Of Our Own
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scar - Out Of Perspective (2 Bad VIP)
Only a month on from their 'Born Again EP' SCAR are back delivering yet another collection of heaters, this time on Metalheadz Platinum.
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A. "Clear As Day"
B1. "One Of Our Own"
B2. "Out Of Perspective (2 Bad VIP)
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B2. "Out Of Perspective (2 Bad VIP)
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Beta 2's first EP for the Metalheadz main label is fully deserved and explodes to life with the Irish producer's unique combination of rugged breaks, punishing basslines and menacing atmospherics. Weaving classic sounds with a modern and highly polished production ethic is something not everybody can get right, but Beta 2 has proved time and time again that he's the man for the job.
TRACKLISTING:
A. "The Rolls"
B1. "Genuflect"
B2. "The Vanishing Point"
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Kerri Chandler - A1
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Kerri Chandler - A2
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Kerri Chandler - B
2024 repress, Watergate standard sleeve
Tracklist:
A1) Checkmate
A2) Checkmate (Cinthie Remix)
B1) Checkmate (Steve Rachmad Remix)
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It's been quite a while since we've last seen our next artist on Watergate Records. It was 2014 when he dropped his Watergate mix and EP so it is with great pleasure that we welcome back the legendary Kerri Chandler.
'Checkmate' is the epitome of a Kerri Chandler classic and has all the makings of a timeless future classic. With bold, soulful keys and massive analog drums 'Checkmate' elevates any dance floor's intensity to meteoric levels. To give an extra perspective to the single we invited another icon, Steve Rachmad to remix the original and he delivers an incredibly soulful Techno revision while Watergate mainstay Cinthie hands over a expertly crafted modern twist with classic appeal. No matter what your searching for, there is a gem for you here. Welcome back Kerri!
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A2) Checkmate (Cinthie Remix)
B1) Checkmate (Steve Rachmad Remix)
Infotext:
It's been quite a while since we've last seen our next artist on Watergate Records. It was 2014 when he dropped his Watergate mix and EP so it is with great pleasure that we welcome back the legendary Kerri Chandler.
'Checkmate' is the epitome of a Kerri Chandler classic and has all the makings of a timeless future classic. With bold, soulful keys and massive analog drums 'Checkmate' elevates any dance floor's intensity to meteoric levels. To give an extra perspective to the single we invited another icon, Steve Rachmad to remix the original and he delivers an incredibly soulful Techno revision while Watergate mainstay Cinthie hands over a expertly crafted modern twist with classic appeal. No matter what your searching for, there is a gem for you here. Welcome back Kerri!
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - A1 - Life on MTV
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - A2 - Frank Sinatra
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - A3 - Walk On By
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - A4 - 1982
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - B1 - Stock Exchange
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - B2 - You and Us
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - B3 - Flexibility
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - C1 - L'Homme dans l'Ombre
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - C2 - Slow Track
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - C3 - Nurse
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - C4 - Stripper
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - D1 - DJ Song
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - D3 - Frank Sinatra 2001
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Miss Kittin & The Hacker - D4 - The Beach - Bonus track
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A1 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Life on MTV
A2 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Frank Sinatra
A3 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Walk On By
A4 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - 1982
B1 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Stock Exchange
B2 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - You and Us
B3 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Flexibility
C1 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - L'Homme dans l'Ombre
C2 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Slow Track
C3 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Nurse
C4 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Stripper
D1 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - DJ Song
D2 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Walking in the Sunshine
D3 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Frank Sinatra 2001
D4 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - The Beach - Bonus track
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Tracklisting:
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A2 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Frank Sinatra
A3 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Walk On By
A4 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - 1982
B1 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Stock Exchange
B2 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - You and Us
B3 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Flexibility
C1 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - L'Homme dans l'Ombre
C2 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Slow Track
C3 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Nurse
C4 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Stripper
D1 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - DJ Song
D2 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Walking in the Sunshine
D3 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - Frank Sinatra 2001
D4 Miss Kittin & The Hacker - The Beach - Bonus track
Sales Note
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Eiko Ishibashi / Jim O'Rourke / Tatsuhis - Sakuraza part I
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Eiko Ishibashi / Jim O'Rourke / Tatsuhis - Sakuraza part II
Modern Obscure Music presents "Sakuraza," a live album featuring Eiko Ishibashi (flute and electronics), Jim O'Rourke (electronics), Kei Matsumaru (alto saxophone), Tatsuhisa Yamamoto (drums), and Giovanni Di Domenico (piano). Recorded at the Sakuraza jazz club in Kofu, Japan, this dynamic and sophisticated performance blends jazz, electronic music, and pop elements.
Giovanni Di Domenico, a frequent visitor to Japan, organized this June 2023 concert with long-time collaborators Ishibashi, O'Rourke, and Yamamoto, and invited saxophonist Matsumaru. The warm, intimate setting of Sakuraza provided the perfect backdrop for their unedited, improvisational session.
"Sakuraza" captures the deep musical connection and spontaneity of these artists, offering an immersive auditory experience. Recorded on June 14, 2023.
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A Sakuraza part I 16:29MIN
B. Sakuraza part II 22:19MIN
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Giovanni Di Domenico, a frequent visitor to Japan, organized this June 2023 concert with long-time collaborators Ishibashi, O'Rourke, and Yamamoto, and invited saxophonist Matsumaru. The warm, intimate setting of Sakuraza provided the perfect backdrop for their unedited, improvisational session.
"Sakuraza" captures the deep musical connection and spontaneity of these artists, offering an immersive auditory experience. Recorded on June 14, 2023.
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A Sakuraza part I 16:29MIN
B. Sakuraza part II 22:19MIN
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Aaliyah is the self-titled third and final studio album by the "Queen of Urban Pop." Originally released in 2001 by Blackground Records, the album debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 albums chart. Cited by critics as one of the best R&B records of its time, the album is a reflection of herself as both a young adult and matured vocalist. Standout tracks include "We Need A Resolution," "More Than A Woman," and "Rock The Boat."
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First time pressed on Vinyl since 2001
First time pressed on CD in the US since 2001
Aaliyah debuted at number two and peaked at number one on the Billboard 200
Cited by critics as one of the best and influential R&B records from this era
The album was certified 2x Platinum in the US, certified Platinum in the UK and Canada, & certified Gold in France, Australia, Germany & Japan
The album has sold 13 million copies worldwide
Aaliyah was nominated for Best R&B Album and the single, Rock The Boat, was nominated for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance at the 2001 GRAMMY Awards
Key Marketing:
Single/Video rereleases for "We Need A Resolution," "Rock The Boat," "More Than A Woman," & "I Care 4 U"
Fully produced visualizers for each song using album packaging planned
OOH activations planned worldwide - digital billboards, stenciling, wheatpasting, murals, etc
Fan activation: Aaliyah Immersive Experience
Virtual events on Clubhouse, Verzuz x Triller
Virtual Official Dance Party planned with D-Nice
Content planned with Genius
Artist testimonials planned
Radio: Mixshow/DJ Club Takeovers
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First time pressed on Vinyl since 2001
First time pressed on CD in the US since 2001
Aaliyah debuted at number two and peaked at number one on the Billboard 200
Cited by critics as one of the best and influential R&B records from this era
The album was certified 2x Platinum in the US, certified Platinum in the UK and Canada, & certified Gold in France, Australia, Germany & Japan
The album has sold 13 million copies worldwide
Aaliyah was nominated for Best R&B Album and the single, Rock The Boat, was nominated for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance at the 2001 GRAMMY Awards
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Single/Video rereleases for "We Need A Resolution," "Rock The Boat," "More Than A Woman," & "I Care 4 U"
Fully produced visualizers for each song using album packaging planned
OOH activations planned worldwide - digital billboards, stenciling, wheatpasting, murals, etc
Fan activation: Aaliyah Immersive Experience
Virtual events on Clubhouse, Verzuz x Triller
Virtual Official Dance Party planned with D-Nice
Content planned with Genius
Artist testimonials planned
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Release-Date:21.01.2022
Genre:Electronic, Electronica
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Il Est Vilaine - A3. Marilyn Drum, Golden Bug & In Fields remix
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Il Est Vilaine - B1. Yvré-L'Evêque feat. C.A.R, Krikor remix
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Il Est Vilaine - B2. Bar A Gwin feat. Macdara, Rubin Steiner remix
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Il Est Vilaine - B4. Phare Ouest feat. Yula Kasp, Narumi rework
TERRITORY: World excluding France
Les Mystères de Lorient remixes
After the release of their first album, Il Est Vilaine ask to artists and friends to deliver a series of high-flying remixes: Tolouse Low Trax, Krikor, Khidja, Marvin & Guy, Golden Bug, Rubin Steiner, C.A.R…
Tolouse Low Trax opens the ball with a destructured version of Yvré- L'évêque while keeping the darkness of the track. We can hear a nod to the track "Holland Tunnel Dive" anthem of the Salon des Amateurs.
For the eponymous track Khidja were inspired by the sounds of the land of the rising sun which is a good thing to accompany the song of Narumi Hedgehog! A bright version and influenced by YMO's era Sakamato.
Golden Bug & In Field proposes an alternative just as trippy as the original version of Marilyn Drum, a trip between neighborhood hospitals and crazy guru.
Another version of Yvré-l'Evêque this time Krikor takes care of it and takes out his sampler for a digi-dancehall version that only he has the secret, Faya !
Rubin Steiner delivers a version back to the roots of Bar à Gwin mixing deep house texture and 80's-NY-hip-hop/electro.
The two Italians of Marvin & Guy bring out the hits, the guitars and the arpeggios for an epic version of Mystères de Lorient.
To close the album, we find Narumi Hérisson at the controls of her piano for a dreamy and sensitive version of Phare Ouest where her voice and that of Yula Kasp are mixed in the greatest harmony!
A1. Yvré-L'Evêque feat. C.A.R, Tolouse Low Trax broken pleasure remix
A2. Les Mystères de Lorient feat. Narumi Herisson, Khidja remix
A3. Marilyn Drum, Golden Bug & In Fields remix
B1. Yvré-L'Evêque feat. C.A.R, Krikor remix
B2. Bar A Gwin feat. Macdara, Rubin Steiner remix
B3. Les Mystères de Lorient feat. Narumi Herisson, Marvin & Guy remix
B4. Phare Ouest feat. Yula Kasp, Narumi rework
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Les Mystères de Lorient remixes
After the release of their first album, Il Est Vilaine ask to artists and friends to deliver a series of high-flying remixes: Tolouse Low Trax, Krikor, Khidja, Marvin & Guy, Golden Bug, Rubin Steiner, C.A.R…
Tolouse Low Trax opens the ball with a destructured version of Yvré- L'évêque while keeping the darkness of the track. We can hear a nod to the track "Holland Tunnel Dive" anthem of the Salon des Amateurs.
For the eponymous track Khidja were inspired by the sounds of the land of the rising sun which is a good thing to accompany the song of Narumi Hedgehog! A bright version and influenced by YMO's era Sakamato.
Golden Bug & In Field proposes an alternative just as trippy as the original version of Marilyn Drum, a trip between neighborhood hospitals and crazy guru.
Another version of Yvré-l'Evêque this time Krikor takes care of it and takes out his sampler for a digi-dancehall version that only he has the secret, Faya !
Rubin Steiner delivers a version back to the roots of Bar à Gwin mixing deep house texture and 80's-NY-hip-hop/electro.
The two Italians of Marvin & Guy bring out the hits, the guitars and the arpeggios for an epic version of Mystères de Lorient.
To close the album, we find Narumi Hérisson at the controls of her piano for a dreamy and sensitive version of Phare Ouest where her voice and that of Yula Kasp are mixed in the greatest harmony!
A1. Yvré-L'Evêque feat. C.A.R, Tolouse Low Trax broken pleasure remix
A2. Les Mystères de Lorient feat. Narumi Herisson, Khidja remix
A3. Marilyn Drum, Golden Bug & In Fields remix
B1. Yvré-L'Evêque feat. C.A.R, Krikor remix
B2. Bar A Gwin feat. Macdara, Rubin Steiner remix
B3. Les Mystères de Lorient feat. Narumi Herisson, Marvin & Guy remix
B4. Phare Ouest feat. Yula Kasp, Narumi rework
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Charlie - Spacewoman (Instrumental)
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Charlie - Let Go
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Charlie - Dark Waver
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Charlie - In The Night
Tracklist:
A1 / Charlie - Spacewoman (Instrumental)
A2 / Charlie - Let Go
B1 / Charlie - Dark Waver
B2 / Charlie - In The Night
Key Selling Points
Polish multi-instrumentalist and prolific producer Charlie lands on Wrong Era with her earth-shattering EP 'Spacewoman'. As a revered live act and spearhead within the Italo-Proto scene, Charlie’s record is a testament to her unique and impactful sound design, which is on full display in her thunderous progressions.
Having garnered a following with her DJ and live performances at some of the most influential clubs in Europe, the record sees the Polish producer integrate her infectious rhythmic flair into another standout release, capturing the consistently mind-opening energy of her live sets and hooking us in with potent synth lines and vocals.
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A1 / Charlie - Spacewoman (Instrumental)
A2 / Charlie - Let Go
B1 / Charlie - Dark Waver
B2 / Charlie - In The Night
Key Selling Points
Polish multi-instrumentalist and prolific producer Charlie lands on Wrong Era with her earth-shattering EP 'Spacewoman'. As a revered live act and spearhead within the Italo-Proto scene, Charlie’s record is a testament to her unique and impactful sound design, which is on full display in her thunderous progressions.
Having garnered a following with her DJ and live performances at some of the most influential clubs in Europe, the record sees the Polish producer integrate her infectious rhythmic flair into another standout release, capturing the consistently mind-opening energy of her live sets and hooking us in with potent synth lines and vocals.
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Label:Night Dreamer
Cat-No:ND022
Release-Date:20.09.2024
Genre:Dub/Reggae
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With over 60,000 recordings to his name, Scientist (born Hopeton Overton Brown) is one of the most influential figures in dub. From Studio One to King Tubby’s, Channel One to Tuff Gong, he worked at Kingston’s premier studios, pioneering recording techniques and elevating the dub mix into an art form in his own right.
Tracklist
1.1Jail House
1.2Tribute To King George
1.3Missing You
1.4Be Thankful
1.5Cosmic Dust
1.6Higher Meditation
Listen: https://soundcloud.com/night-dreamer-776234267/sets/direct-to-dub/s-YqQWIEd1ggl?si=26b2f5c704cc4493b859c2e675dc1e5c&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
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1.2Tribute To King George
1.3Missing You
1.4Be Thankful
1.5Cosmic Dust
1.6Higher Meditation
Listen: https://soundcloud.com/night-dreamer-776234267/sets/direct-to-dub/s-YqQWIEd1ggl?si=26b2f5c704cc4493b859c2e675dc1e5c&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
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Leroy Vinnegar - Twila
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Leroy Vinnegar - Funny Time
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Leroy Vinnegar - Glass Of Water
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Leroy Vinnegar - Damn! Somebody Stole My Pants
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Leroy Vinnegar - My Romance
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Leroy Vinnegar - Muffin Man
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Leroy Vinnegar - Hey Mon
Bassist Leroy Vinnegar has gone down in history as the person who popularised the "walking bass" style in jazz. He was worked with Chet Baker, Eddie Harris, Les McCann, Lee Konitz, and Stan Getz. His milestone 1973 album 'Glass Of Water' featuring Dwight Dickerson on the rhodes and wurlitzer slipped into obscurity shortly after release. However, in recent years it has been rediscovered and has become highly coveted as a grail for crate diggers and jazz collectors worldwide.
On High is proud to present the first ever reissue of this long forgotten classic. Remastered and pressed on audiophile virgin vinyl to fully capture the wonderful spacey emotion of Vinnegar's classic LP.
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On High is proud to present the first ever reissue of this long forgotten classic. Remastered and pressed on audiophile virgin vinyl to fully capture the wonderful spacey emotion of Vinnegar's classic LP.
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Ken Ishii - A1. Into The Inside (2024 Remaster)
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Ken Ishii - A2. Fading Sky (2024 Remaster)
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Ken Ishii - A3. Non Essential (2024 Remaster)
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Ken Ishii - B1. Finite Time (2024 Remaster)
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Ken Ishii - B2. Interjection (2024 Remaster)
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Ken Ishii - B3. Scene One (2024 Remaster)
LP 180g Heavyweight vinyl, Remastered, with original track-list available on vinyl for the first time
"Ken Ishii has risen to be one of techno's biggest names" Bandcamp Daily
"A pivotal moment in the history of techno, ambient and electronic music from Japan. An important milestone in a journey to explore the endless possibilities of music and a precious result of our passion and adventure at the time" Manabu Yamazaki (Sublime Records)
GENRE: Techno, Ambient
Tracklist:
1. Into The Inside (2024 Remaster)
2. Fading Sky (2024 Remaster)
3. Non Essential (2024 Remaster)
Side B
1. Finite Time (2024 Remaster)
2. Interjection (2024 Remaster)
3. Scene One (2024 Remaster)
New liner notes by Martyn Pepperell
The musician and DJ Ken Ishii sits right at the pinnacle of techno's most noteworthy, but although a game changer for the artist personally - and for Japanese electronic music in general - his 1994 album 'Reference to Difference' is something of an unsung gem today.
Now reissued and remastered, released to mark the 30th anniversary of Musicmine / Sublime Records, and available on vinyl with its original track-list for the first time, this stunning, lesser-known classic is ripe for rediscovery.
Born 1970 in Sapporo, Ishii was introduced to electronic music at a young age through arcade games, and Japanese and German pioneers like Yellow Magic Orchestra, Isao Tomita and Kraftwerk. During his teens, he absorbed new wave, synth-pop, EBM and industrial, before making a life-changing discovery of Detroit techno in the late 80s.
As the 1990s dawned, so did his introduction to Black Dog Productions and Warp Records' Artificial Intelligence compilations. Blown away by the emerging British and American IDM, braindance, and ambient techno movements, he quickly folded their influence into his still-developing but cultivated aesthetic.
A futuristic confluence of unplaceable ambient atmospheres, space age techno, IDM and minimalist composition, 'Reference To Difference' unfolds as an effortless series of exercises in pristine synth textures, robust man/machine rhythm and understated melodies. It teleports the listener back to a golden moment in the mid-1990s, when a dedicated generation rose out of Tokyo's storied clubs and took the innovation, energy, and creativity of Japan's unique techno culture to the world.
Opened in 1993, Maniac Love was a new nightclub where Manabu Yamazaki aka DJ Yama promoted the Sublime parties, which soon became a crucial hub within the burgeoning Tokyo underground. It was here where Yamazaki rubbed shoulders with peers including Ishii and Susumu Yokota, and the trio's future became intertwined.
Much like Ishii, the late Susumu Yokota began his musical career by reaching out to Europe. Not long before Ishii released his debut longplayer 'Garden On The Palm' through Belgium's R&S, Yokota released his debut LP 'The Frankfurt-Tokyo Connection' through Harthouse, the German label co-founded by Sven Väth. In the wake of both records' overseas success, Ishii and Yokota set a benchmark for techno in Japan.
By 1993, as they both became in-demand producers and DJs, it felt like their dreams were coming true. Through talking with Ishii and Yokota, Yamazaki became emboldened to transform Sublime into a record label.
Soon after, Yamazaki partnered with Hideoki Amano, who was on the verge of founding Musicmine, a now respected and longstanding independent Japanese music company. As Yamazaki tells it, Amano helped him turn his dream into a reality: Sublime Records.
For Musicmine and Sublime Records' inaugural album releases, Yamazaki and Amano approached both Ishii and Yokota, resulting in the simultaneous drop of 'Reference To Difference' and 'Acid Mt. Fuji' respectively, on June 29th 1994.
Yamazaki remembered 'Reference To Difference' being well received by DJs, listeners, record store buyers and journalists, stating "people were excited by this new wave of music coming out of Japan, and had high praise for its unique sound."
With the pair of LPs further stamping Japan on the contemporary musical globe, the scene was beginning to boom at home too. Specialist record stores, and club music magazines like Ele-King and Loud spread the word, and in the wake of Maniac Love's impact, new nightclubs like the legendary Liquid Room were opening up, bringing a steady stream of world-famous DJs to the Japanese capital.
"Without a doubt, I think the arrival of Ken Ishii was a major turning point for the Japanese music industry in the 1990s," Amano reflected. "Nowadays, the Western club music scene is rediscovering Japanese techno from the 1990s, and digging our music is a common sight, but before Ken Ishii, no Japanese DJ was in sync with the global club music scene. He was the catalyst."
"Looking back, I can tell it was meaningful that this was one of the first techno albums by a Japanese artist that was released on a Japanese label," Ishii reflects. "Maybe I did something that bridged between old school Japanese electronic music and 'new school' techno in line with the Detroit sound with this record" he adds, in modest understatement.
The new liner notes were written Martyn Pepperell, a well-regarded music journalist who has covered Susumu Yokota for Wax Poetics and Midori Takada for Dazed, amongst numerous other articles.
Ken Ishi DJ dates:
Fri 14 June Tokyo, Japan : MUSICMINE 30th Anniversary @ WWW
Sat 15 June Nagano Pref, Japan : Re:birth Festival 2024 @ Kurumayama-Kogen Skypark Resort
Sat 22 June Tbilisi, Georgia : Tbilisi Open Air (Khidi Stage) @ Lisi Wonderland
Fri 12 July Tokyo, Japan : TECHNOH LAB. @ Suigian (*Non+techno performance with Manjiro Tatsumi)
Fri 12 July Tokyo, Japan : @ Vent
Fri 26 July Tokyo, Japan : @ Shinjuku Loft
Sun 28 July Naeba, Japan : @ Fuji Rock Festival
Sat 31 August Amsterdam, The Netherlands : Wooferland 2024 @ Houtrak Halfweg
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"Ken Ishii has risen to be one of techno's biggest names" Bandcamp Daily
"A pivotal moment in the history of techno, ambient and electronic music from Japan. An important milestone in a journey to explore the endless possibilities of music and a precious result of our passion and adventure at the time" Manabu Yamazaki (Sublime Records)
GENRE: Techno, Ambient
Tracklist:
1. Into The Inside (2024 Remaster)
2. Fading Sky (2024 Remaster)
3. Non Essential (2024 Remaster)
Side B
1. Finite Time (2024 Remaster)
2. Interjection (2024 Remaster)
3. Scene One (2024 Remaster)
New liner notes by Martyn Pepperell
The musician and DJ Ken Ishii sits right at the pinnacle of techno's most noteworthy, but although a game changer for the artist personally - and for Japanese electronic music in general - his 1994 album 'Reference to Difference' is something of an unsung gem today.
Now reissued and remastered, released to mark the 30th anniversary of Musicmine / Sublime Records, and available on vinyl with its original track-list for the first time, this stunning, lesser-known classic is ripe for rediscovery.
Born 1970 in Sapporo, Ishii was introduced to electronic music at a young age through arcade games, and Japanese and German pioneers like Yellow Magic Orchestra, Isao Tomita and Kraftwerk. During his teens, he absorbed new wave, synth-pop, EBM and industrial, before making a life-changing discovery of Detroit techno in the late 80s.
As the 1990s dawned, so did his introduction to Black Dog Productions and Warp Records' Artificial Intelligence compilations. Blown away by the emerging British and American IDM, braindance, and ambient techno movements, he quickly folded their influence into his still-developing but cultivated aesthetic.
A futuristic confluence of unplaceable ambient atmospheres, space age techno, IDM and minimalist composition, 'Reference To Difference' unfolds as an effortless series of exercises in pristine synth textures, robust man/machine rhythm and understated melodies. It teleports the listener back to a golden moment in the mid-1990s, when a dedicated generation rose out of Tokyo's storied clubs and took the innovation, energy, and creativity of Japan's unique techno culture to the world.
Opened in 1993, Maniac Love was a new nightclub where Manabu Yamazaki aka DJ Yama promoted the Sublime parties, which soon became a crucial hub within the burgeoning Tokyo underground. It was here where Yamazaki rubbed shoulders with peers including Ishii and Susumu Yokota, and the trio's future became intertwined.
Much like Ishii, the late Susumu Yokota began his musical career by reaching out to Europe. Not long before Ishii released his debut longplayer 'Garden On The Palm' through Belgium's R&S, Yokota released his debut LP 'The Frankfurt-Tokyo Connection' through Harthouse, the German label co-founded by Sven Väth. In the wake of both records' overseas success, Ishii and Yokota set a benchmark for techno in Japan.
By 1993, as they both became in-demand producers and DJs, it felt like their dreams were coming true. Through talking with Ishii and Yokota, Yamazaki became emboldened to transform Sublime into a record label.
Soon after, Yamazaki partnered with Hideoki Amano, who was on the verge of founding Musicmine, a now respected and longstanding independent Japanese music company. As Yamazaki tells it, Amano helped him turn his dream into a reality: Sublime Records.
For Musicmine and Sublime Records' inaugural album releases, Yamazaki and Amano approached both Ishii and Yokota, resulting in the simultaneous drop of 'Reference To Difference' and 'Acid Mt. Fuji' respectively, on June 29th 1994.
Yamazaki remembered 'Reference To Difference' being well received by DJs, listeners, record store buyers and journalists, stating "people were excited by this new wave of music coming out of Japan, and had high praise for its unique sound."
With the pair of LPs further stamping Japan on the contemporary musical globe, the scene was beginning to boom at home too. Specialist record stores, and club music magazines like Ele-King and Loud spread the word, and in the wake of Maniac Love's impact, new nightclubs like the legendary Liquid Room were opening up, bringing a steady stream of world-famous DJs to the Japanese capital.
"Without a doubt, I think the arrival of Ken Ishii was a major turning point for the Japanese music industry in the 1990s," Amano reflected. "Nowadays, the Western club music scene is rediscovering Japanese techno from the 1990s, and digging our music is a common sight, but before Ken Ishii, no Japanese DJ was in sync with the global club music scene. He was the catalyst."
"Looking back, I can tell it was meaningful that this was one of the first techno albums by a Japanese artist that was released on a Japanese label," Ishii reflects. "Maybe I did something that bridged between old school Japanese electronic music and 'new school' techno in line with the Detroit sound with this record" he adds, in modest understatement.
The new liner notes were written Martyn Pepperell, a well-regarded music journalist who has covered Susumu Yokota for Wax Poetics and Midori Takada for Dazed, amongst numerous other articles.
Ken Ishi DJ dates:
Fri 14 June Tokyo, Japan : MUSICMINE 30th Anniversary @ WWW
Sat 15 June Nagano Pref, Japan : Re:birth Festival 2024 @ Kurumayama-Kogen Skypark Resort
Sat 22 June Tbilisi, Georgia : Tbilisi Open Air (Khidi Stage) @ Lisi Wonderland
Fri 12 July Tokyo, Japan : TECHNOH LAB. @ Suigian (*Non+techno performance with Manjiro Tatsumi)
Fri 12 July Tokyo, Japan : @ Vent
Fri 26 July Tokyo, Japan : @ Shinjuku Loft
Sun 28 July Naeba, Japan : @ Fuji Rock Festival
Sat 31 August Amsterdam, The Netherlands : Wooferland 2024 @ Houtrak Halfweg
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Club Warme Deken & San Proper - Night Susan
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Club Warme Deken & San Proper - Boom-A-Rang
GENRE/S: House
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B1: Boom-A-Rang
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‘Two pop-infused tunes from under the blanket, ahead of their upcoming new EP, stay tuned!’
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B1: Boom-A-Rang
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‘Two pop-infused tunes from under the blanket, ahead of their upcoming new EP, stay tuned!’
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Eddie Marcon - A1. Doily
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Eddie Marcon - A2. Horizon
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Eddie Marcon - A3. Crystals of Rabbit
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Eddie Marcon - A4. Toratolion
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Eddie Marcon - B1. Dead Plant
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Eddie Marcon - B2. Gaikotsu
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Eddie Marcon - B3. New Season
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Eddie Marcon - B4. Amuinbow
LP - Full-colour sleeve, Japanese lyric sheet insert, postcard
Tracklist
A1. Doily
A2. Horizon
A3. Crystals of Rabbit
A4. Toratolion
B1. Dead Plant
B2. Gaikotsu
B3. New Season
B4. Amuinbow
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A Colourful Storm presents the first vinyl edition of Yahho no Potori, a treasured recording by one of the most cherished contemporary Japanese folk outfits, Eddie Marcon.
Comprised of the core duo of Eddie Corman and Jules Marcon, Eddie Marcon was formed in Himeji in 2001, following Corman's involvement in noise-rock duo Coa and Shinsuke Michishita's fabled psychedelic outfit, LSD March. Marking a stylistic shift into delicate, acoustic territories, the duo would release dozens of albums and singles, mostly self-released through their Pong-Kong imprint, that have seen little distribution outside of Japan.
Recorded over a particularly humid summer and autumn, Yahho no Potori sees Eddie Marcon drifting from the delicate psychedelia of their debut EP into traditional song-based structures. A touching document of joy, tenderness and wistfulness, Marcon's deft yet effortless strum sets a stylish backdrop for Corman's voice to ascend. Desirous yet self-assured, Corman breathes life into an intimate space adorned by the elegant instrumentation of Yashuhisa Mizatani, Yoriro Tatekawa, Ran Mizutani and Saya Ueno, whose ingenuous collaborative instinct has been gifted to listeners through collectives such as Tenniscoats, Maher Shalal Hash Baz and Spirit Fest. Here, she also lends her engineering prowess, having produced the album.
Devotees of ambitious yet beautifully understated songwriting, as well as followers of Reiko and Tori Kudo, Nagisa Ni Te and Ai Aso, will find much to adore in the songs of Eddie Marcon. An intense and devastating recording, A Colourful Storm is proud to give new life to a shimmering, underappreciated gem.
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A1. Doily
A2. Horizon
A3. Crystals of Rabbit
A4. Toratolion
B1. Dead Plant
B2. Gaikotsu
B3. New Season
B4. Amuinbow
Shortinfo:
A Colourful Storm presents the first vinyl edition of Yahho no Potori, a treasured recording by one of the most cherished contemporary Japanese folk outfits, Eddie Marcon.
Comprised of the core duo of Eddie Corman and Jules Marcon, Eddie Marcon was formed in Himeji in 2001, following Corman's involvement in noise-rock duo Coa and Shinsuke Michishita's fabled psychedelic outfit, LSD March. Marking a stylistic shift into delicate, acoustic territories, the duo would release dozens of albums and singles, mostly self-released through their Pong-Kong imprint, that have seen little distribution outside of Japan.
Recorded over a particularly humid summer and autumn, Yahho no Potori sees Eddie Marcon drifting from the delicate psychedelia of their debut EP into traditional song-based structures. A touching document of joy, tenderness and wistfulness, Marcon's deft yet effortless strum sets a stylish backdrop for Corman's voice to ascend. Desirous yet self-assured, Corman breathes life into an intimate space adorned by the elegant instrumentation of Yashuhisa Mizatani, Yoriro Tatekawa, Ran Mizutani and Saya Ueno, whose ingenuous collaborative instinct has been gifted to listeners through collectives such as Tenniscoats, Maher Shalal Hash Baz and Spirit Fest. Here, she also lends her engineering prowess, having produced the album.
Devotees of ambitious yet beautifully understated songwriting, as well as followers of Reiko and Tori Kudo, Nagisa Ni Te and Ai Aso, will find much to adore in the songs of Eddie Marcon. An intense and devastating recording, A Colourful Storm is proud to give new life to a shimmering, underappreciated gem.
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Juan Atkins & Moritz von Oswald present - Transport 07:28
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Juan Atkins & Moritz von Oswald present - Odyssey 07:28
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Juan Atkins & Moritz von Oswald present - Lightyears 06:08
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Juan Atkins & Moritz von Oswald present - 2600 06:44
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Juan Atkins & Moritz von Oswald present - Merkur 04:09
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Juan Atkins & Moritz von Oswald present - Riod 09:14
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Juan Atkins & Moritz von Oswald present - Zeolites 10:30
FORMAT 2LP 180g vinyl, printed sleeve, dl card
TRACKLIST
1. / A1 Transport 07:28
2. / A2 Odyssey 07:28
3. / B1 Lightyears 06:08
4. / B2 2600 06:44
5. / C1 Merkur 04:09
6. / C2 Riod 09:14
7. / D1 Zeolites 10:30
Juan Atkins and Moritz von Oswald – the two indispensable protagonists of the Electric Garden – plug back into the wilderness.
‘Transport’ – the full length effort brings together a set of studio-refined sequences aimed at colonizing some of the dark energy that
pulsates through those areas that are thoroughly electrified, even if not ‘on the grid’.
The Detroit-Berlin axis triangulated to a third point which, like the atomic particle that lives in two places at once, flickers between a
form of techno-charged ambience and a futuristic club-jazz which cannot be broken down into constitutive parts.
Borderland remains caught in a state of enraptured stillness, invisibly moving between every imagined future for electronic sound
making.
The result: a font from which springs serene and exhilarating musical ideas that vibrate with refined energy for sixty seconds in every
minute.
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WAS - Word and Sound Medien GmbH
Liebigstrasse 2-20
DE - 22113 Hamburg
Germany
Contact: [email protected]More
TRACKLIST
1. / A1 Transport 07:28
2. / A2 Odyssey 07:28
3. / B1 Lightyears 06:08
4. / B2 2600 06:44
5. / C1 Merkur 04:09
6. / C2 Riod 09:14
7. / D1 Zeolites 10:30
Juan Atkins and Moritz von Oswald – the two indispensable protagonists of the Electric Garden – plug back into the wilderness.
‘Transport’ – the full length effort brings together a set of studio-refined sequences aimed at colonizing some of the dark energy that
pulsates through those areas that are thoroughly electrified, even if not ‘on the grid’.
The Detroit-Berlin axis triangulated to a third point which, like the atomic particle that lives in two places at once, flickers between a
form of techno-charged ambience and a futuristic club-jazz which cannot be broken down into constitutive parts.
Borderland remains caught in a state of enraptured stillness, invisibly moving between every imagined future for electronic sound
making.
The result: a font from which springs serene and exhilarating musical ideas that vibrate with refined energy for sixty seconds in every
minute.
Sicherheits- und Herstellerinformationen / safety and manufacturer info (GPSR)
WAS - Word and Sound Medien GmbH
Liebigstrasse 2-20
DE - 22113 Hamburg
Germany
Contact: [email protected]More
