Monty Luke release ‘Nightdubbing’ LP on Rekids.The Black Catalogue bosses' second album explores dub-infused dance music and, following the recent two EP drops on Rekids, will be released on Radio Slave’s imprint on 29 March. Succeeding part two of Monty Luke’s ‘Nightdubbing’ series on Rekids, the US-via-Berlin artist unveils an album of the same name on Radio Slave’s lauded Rekids imprint. ‘Nightdubbing’ encompasses the ?rst two instalments and adds ?ve more tracks of intricate sonic material, completing this gorgeous work of art already supported by Fred P, nd_baumecker, Louise Chen, and Laurent Garnier. Luke’s ‘Nightdubbing’ album starts in the club, with the rave-primed ‘40 Acres And A Terabyte’ utilising the rich melodies of deep house alongside the crushing weight of subs. It is followed by the title track, with ‘Nightdubbing’ taking a more traditional house route, its soothing sounds enveloping the listener while honing in on that reverb sweet spot. Black Catalogue boss and former Planet-E label manager Monty Luke’s timeless ‘Nightdubbing’ e?ortlessly traverses deep house and techno rife with bass-rattling low-end and experimental rhythms. It is no surprise, then, that the album is heavily inspired by ‘70s and mid-80s dub reggae, seeing Luke incorporate and modernise the genre’s iconic rhythms, spoken word poetry, and spacious bursts of harmony across the LP. ‘Bob Molly’ picks up pace with nods to Caribbean dem bow-like rhythms of old, Monty Luke ?lling the space between its infectious beat with tumbling percussion and echoing plucks. Tracks like ‘Supernova’, ‘New World / Old Future’ and ‘Starstorms’ return to the modern-day traditions of club music while ‘Future Mystic’ and ‘Avant Garde Dance Hall ‘, again ?nd room in between the dance?oor and sound system listening sessions. Monty Luke spent ten formative years in Detroit, where the city's unique musical spirit in?uenced him immensely. He has since distilled this experience into the music he has released on labels like Rekids, Planet-E, Hypercolour, and his own Black Catalogue. His raw, dub-infused sound comes with plenty of futuristic designs, and this ?nal complete iteration of ‘Nightdubbing’ continues to push the boundaries of his music. More

It’s safe to say that Detroit, a city steeped in economic, cultural and musical history, will soon weave its way into your soul should you spend any sustained time there. This rings all too true for Monty Luke. He has immersed himself in Detroit’s scene since moving to the Motor City in 2008. His new eight track LP, released via Dogmatik, showcases the style of a new generation of Detroit producers carrying the beacon for a deep, Detroit sound that blends analogue weight and punchy drum programming together with masterful synth work and raw emotion. More

Dogamtik deliver a quality EP from Detroit's Monty Luke, who gives us three killer tracks in a moodyman/theo vein. Tip!

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Detroit's Monty Luke delivers Full Flavor Music's seventeenth release, the Bomb On Bomb EP. Other than being Carl Craig's right-hand man at Planet E Communications, Monty Luke has been building quite the reputation lately with solid releases on labels like Planet E, Mothership, and his own Black Catalogue imprint. The Bomb On Bomb EP consists of three originals that cross the boundaries from acid house to funky techno to four-on-the-floor downtempo. "In Love With A Dancer" is the EP's total driver, with meaty synth stabs, teasing builds, and cleverly processed vocal treatments that scatter though the mix. "Bomb On Bomb" is a sly combination of classic-sounding acid house keys, pulsating rhythms, and a soulful vocal going on about a sexy lady. "13th City Stranger" is a sleek, downtempo house track and one of the first things Monty recorded after moving to Detroit from San Francisco. Solid stuff all around from Monty Luke and Full Flavor Music.
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The fourth release in the MODERN UNDERGROUND MUSIC series: slices of underground house/beats/deepness from Detroit & beyond, with tracks from MELCHIOR, SLOPE 114, QUELLE CHRIS and re-release of a rare Chicago House gem from DOC LINK. Limited copies of this future classic. More

BLACK CATALOGUE in collaboration with LA's PLUG RESEARCH unearths this gem from MR. HAZELTINE aka JOHN TEJADA originally released in 1998. The A side features the original mix of "ON THE AVENUE" and "THE MECHANIC", followed by a MANNEQUIN LUNG remix of the title track on the flip. Grimy and dusty! More

BLACK CATALOGUE is proud to announce its newest artist, San Francisco-based DJ/producer, SEPEHR. On the A side is a D'MARC CANTU mix along with the acidic original mix of the title track "STEP ONE". On the flip is "CAUGHT IN A FUNK", which lives up to its name. Limited hand-stamped white label. More

Fantastic 4 track EP of instant classics from ATL's STEFAN RINGER. All bombs, all the time. Tracks included: "BLOW UP", "FRI/SAT NITE", "BODY", and "OVERTONE". Out on MONTY LUKE’s BLACK CATALOGUE label More