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kink - fantasia
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kink - fantasia, truncate remix
UPC: 827170565760 Releasedate 12.01.2015
Tracklist Single: A1 Fantasia_(Original), A2 Fantasia (Truncate Remix), B1 Leploop Techno 1, B2 Leploop Techno 2, B3 Leploop Techno 3, B4 Leploop Techno 4, B5 Leploop Techno 5, B6 Loop Techno, B7 Loop Fantasia Bass, B8 Under D 1, B9 Under D 3, B10 Under D 4
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Continuing a very special and fruitful relationship, Catz N' Dogz's always captivating Pets Recordings recruits close friend KiNK for his first ever release on the label. It finds the Bulgarian live specialist and techno innovator serving up a fantastic new cut and comes with a remix from raw American talent Truncate. KiNK, of course, is known for his mesmeric and logic defying live shows, his acerbic releases on labels like Macro- who released his excellent recent album, Self Destruction - and Ovum, as well as his passion for weird sounds. KiNK is also the producer behind Rachel Row's brace of hits for Pets and the prominent vocalist once again features here with some stunning work. That continues on his track here, 'Fantasia', which is a brooding and slow burning track with a synth line that goes from rubbery to acidic. Around it, patient percussion, deep, warm kicks and breathy female vocals add a sense of sexual tension then finally, KiNK's trademark and colourful synth freakiness takes over. It's the sort of track that will lock in dancefloors and mesmerise them for the duration. The remix comes from Truncate, who runs his own eponymously entitled label, releases on 50Weapons and produces deep, textured house and techno. His version is more urgent and techno leaning, with paranoid siren like hooks, scurrying basslines and lots of ravey warehouse intent.
This standout release - which comes with 10 vinyl-only locked grooves - once again confirms KiNK to be a truly unique craftsmen.
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Tracklist Single: A1 Fantasia_(Original), A2 Fantasia (Truncate Remix), B1 Leploop Techno 1, B2 Leploop Techno 2, B3 Leploop Techno 3, B4 Leploop Techno 4, B5 Leploop Techno 5, B6 Loop Techno, B7 Loop Fantasia Bass, B8 Under D 1, B9 Under D 3, B10 Under D 4
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Continuing a very special and fruitful relationship, Catz N' Dogz's always captivating Pets Recordings recruits close friend KiNK for his first ever release on the label. It finds the Bulgarian live specialist and techno innovator serving up a fantastic new cut and comes with a remix from raw American talent Truncate. KiNK, of course, is known for his mesmeric and logic defying live shows, his acerbic releases on labels like Macro- who released his excellent recent album, Self Destruction - and Ovum, as well as his passion for weird sounds. KiNK is also the producer behind Rachel Row's brace of hits for Pets and the prominent vocalist once again features here with some stunning work. That continues on his track here, 'Fantasia', which is a brooding and slow burning track with a synth line that goes from rubbery to acidic. Around it, patient percussion, deep, warm kicks and breathy female vocals add a sense of sexual tension then finally, KiNK's trademark and colourful synth freakiness takes over. It's the sort of track that will lock in dancefloors and mesmerise them for the duration. The remix comes from Truncate, who runs his own eponymously entitled label, releases on 50Weapons and produces deep, textured house and techno. His version is more urgent and techno leaning, with paranoid siren like hooks, scurrying basslines and lots of ravey warehouse intent.
This standout release - which comes with 10 vinyl-only locked grooves - once again confirms KiNK to be a truly unique craftsmen.
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KiNK - A1. Comin
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KiNK - A2. Pump – Version A
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KiNK - B1. Pump – Version B
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KiNK - B2. Pump – Version C
A1. Comin
A2. Pump – Version A
B1. Pump – Version B
B2. Pump – Version C
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Say what you want, but Strahil Velchev has never been one to sit still — not on stage, not in the
studio, and certainly not on Versions. Here, KiNK turns his own material inside out, upside down,
and somehow still lands on his feet, grinning. His return to Running Back arrives as four slices of
KiNK logic and mischief: A1. Comin, A2. Pump Version A, B1. Pump Version B, and B2. Pump
Version C.
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A2. Pump – Version A
B1. Pump – Version B
B2. Pump – Version C
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Say what you want, but Strahil Velchev has never been one to sit still — not on stage, not in the
studio, and certainly not on Versions. Here, KiNK turns his own material inside out, upside down,
and somehow still lands on his feet, grinning. His return to Running Back arrives as four slices of
KiNK logic and mischief: A1. Comin, A2. Pump Version A, B1. Pump Version B, and B2. Pump
Version C.
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KiNK - Unicord
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KiNK - Quantum Shake
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KiNK - Pitch Down
Tracklisting
A1 KiNK - Unicord
B1 KiNK - Quantum Shake
B2 KiNK - Pitch Down
Sales Note
House and techno's most innovative improviser, KiNK, lands on Mutual Rytm X.
Offering four more thrilling dancefloor weapons, the iconic talent lands on SHDW's new Mutual Rytm X Series to deliver the label's second release.
Legendary Bulgarian artist KiNK is widely regarded as one of the most respected live acts on the global scene. He is a noted tech wizard who creates loops on the fly, crafts killer drums and never fails to hypnotise dancefloors. He has released on almost every influential label of the last 15 years and taken his unrivalled live show to all corners of the world, often drawing on those sets to bring aspects and inimitable qualities from his performances into his tracks. This innovative approach has helped to solidify his reputation as a groundbreaking figure, inspiring a new generation of musicians and producers, and he once again showcases precisely why he's in a league of his own here with a first appearance on SHDW's newly minted Mutual Rytm X.
'Unicord' opens up this new EP in thrilling fashion with sleek, Detroit-style synth loops flashing up top as the heavy, pounding while warm drums drive things down low. 'Quantum Shake' brings 90s energy with new school sound deists - the dubby drums are fast and urgent, the synth craft is deft, and the percussion adds texture to a straight-up but sophisticated techno anthem. 'Pitch Down' then brings fantastically unhinged synth leads that spray and zip about the mix to boggle the brain. Rattling percussive loops and chunky drums keep things moving as those synths get even more wild. To close, the digital bonus 'Highpass Lowpass' is a masterfully muscular cut with rugged bass and taught synths interlinking to mind-melting effect.
KiNK 'Quantum Shake' EP drops via Mutual Rytm X on 21st June 2024.
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A1 KiNK - Unicord
B1 KiNK - Quantum Shake
B2 KiNK - Pitch Down
Sales Note
House and techno's most innovative improviser, KiNK, lands on Mutual Rytm X.
Offering four more thrilling dancefloor weapons, the iconic talent lands on SHDW's new Mutual Rytm X Series to deliver the label's second release.
Legendary Bulgarian artist KiNK is widely regarded as one of the most respected live acts on the global scene. He is a noted tech wizard who creates loops on the fly, crafts killer drums and never fails to hypnotise dancefloors. He has released on almost every influential label of the last 15 years and taken his unrivalled live show to all corners of the world, often drawing on those sets to bring aspects and inimitable qualities from his performances into his tracks. This innovative approach has helped to solidify his reputation as a groundbreaking figure, inspiring a new generation of musicians and producers, and he once again showcases precisely why he's in a league of his own here with a first appearance on SHDW's newly minted Mutual Rytm X.
'Unicord' opens up this new EP in thrilling fashion with sleek, Detroit-style synth loops flashing up top as the heavy, pounding while warm drums drive things down low. 'Quantum Shake' brings 90s energy with new school sound deists - the dubby drums are fast and urgent, the synth craft is deft, and the percussion adds texture to a straight-up but sophisticated techno anthem. 'Pitch Down' then brings fantastically unhinged synth leads that spray and zip about the mix to boggle the brain. Rattling percussive loops and chunky drums keep things moving as those synths get even more wild. To close, the digital bonus 'Highpass Lowpass' is a masterfully muscular cut with rugged bass and taught synths interlinking to mind-melting effect.
KiNK 'Quantum Shake' EP drops via Mutual Rytm X on 21st June 2024.
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KiNK - For The People
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KiNK - Ta
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KiNK - Kazan
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KiNK - Vacation
Jamie Russell and Alex Jones set up theHypercolour imprint back in 2006 and the label continues to dish up genre bending bangers two decades down the line. For the label’s milestone 100th release, KiNKcues up a killer four track release with ‘For The People’.
One of house music’s most in demand producers and remixers, KiNK has delivered time and time again for labels such as Running Back, Royal Oak,Macro and his own Sofia Records label, and so it’s with great honour that the Bulgarian artist commemorates the label’s centenary with a kaleidoscopic bundle of hyperactive bangers!
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One of house music’s most in demand producers and remixers, KiNK has delivered time and time again for labels such as Running Back, Royal Oak,Macro and his own Sofia Records label, and so it’s with great honour that the Bulgarian artist commemorates the label’s centenary with a kaleidoscopic bundle of hyperactive bangers!
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KiNK - Wake Up
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KiNK - Beep Beep
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KiNK feat. Redeye - Room To Jack
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Raredub & KiNK - Scrambler
Tracklist
A1 - KiNK - Wake Up
A2 - KiNK - Beep Beep
B1 - KiNK feat. Redeye - Room To Jack
B2 - Raredub & KiNK - Scrambler
KiNK's first release on Sofia Records this year lives up to its title and its creator's reputation. The relentless energy, love of musical adventure and undamped enthusiasm of a KiNK live set can be found here in all its glory.
Wake Up is not only an instruction and a hidden compliment to Laurent Garnier, it's also evidence of the Bulgarians uncanny ability to deliver steamrollers with various twists and turns, while hitting the peak effortlessly.
Beep Beep adds a certain element of mania to the menu. For the lack of a better description, please imagine Mr. Oizo and Steve Poindexter making a record together. Not for the faint at heart.
That can be said for the rest of the EP as well. Featuring Redeye, Room To Jack is on the same level of Beep Beep. Traditional topics of Chicago House get a bench test on a speed farm.
Dancing to Scrambler one would probably need the same room to jack. Swapping the Windy City with British raving fields, KiNK and Raredub deliver a take on the early sound of UK that might miss breakbeats, but manage to re-use all the other ingredients to a hair: fine-tuned and updated. Quotation without modern misinterpretation. Hyper and epic at the same time. And always remember the future!
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A1 - KiNK - Wake Up
A2 - KiNK - Beep Beep
B1 - KiNK feat. Redeye - Room To Jack
B2 - Raredub & KiNK - Scrambler
KiNK's first release on Sofia Records this year lives up to its title and its creator's reputation. The relentless energy, love of musical adventure and undamped enthusiasm of a KiNK live set can be found here in all its glory.
Wake Up is not only an instruction and a hidden compliment to Laurent Garnier, it's also evidence of the Bulgarians uncanny ability to deliver steamrollers with various twists and turns, while hitting the peak effortlessly.
Beep Beep adds a certain element of mania to the menu. For the lack of a better description, please imagine Mr. Oizo and Steve Poindexter making a record together. Not for the faint at heart.
That can be said for the rest of the EP as well. Featuring Redeye, Room To Jack is on the same level of Beep Beep. Traditional topics of Chicago House get a bench test on a speed farm.
Dancing to Scrambler one would probably need the same room to jack. Swapping the Windy City with British raving fields, KiNK and Raredub deliver a take on the early sound of UK that might miss breakbeats, but manage to re-use all the other ingredients to a hair: fine-tuned and updated. Quotation without modern misinterpretation. Hyper and epic at the same time. And always remember the future!
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KiNK - A1 – Disco Spectrum
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KiNK - A2 – Clap On 2
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KiNK - B1 - Turbo
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KiNK - B2 – Almond Break
Tracklist
A1 – KiNK – Disco Spectrum
A2 – KiNK – Clap On 2
B1 – KiNK - Turbo
B2 – KiNK – Almond Break
Shortinfo:
KiNK is back with number six on his sometimes experimental, often exemplary, but always exciting Sofia outfit. The driving force of Clap On 2 are the tropes of acid and its numerology (101/202/303/). The opener Disco Spectrum shows why the sound rose from the shards of smashed mirror balls in Chicago – updated and optimized for today. Turbo – nomen best omen – takes it even further, faster and fiercer, while the theme song completes the pogo picture. Finally, Almond Break lulls you into a false sense of security (think yoga camps, namaste cults, kale drinks and Balearic sunsets), before it turns into a pagan ritual to complete this acid test. Remember: wo wants to own the future needs to conquer the past!
SOFIA: Founded by Strahil Velchev and Konstantin Petrov, Sofia is not only the physical location where this music was made, the city where they met and developed as artists, but also a paradox that is reflected in the art and music that comes from the place. Beautiful and ugly at the same time, clean and dirty, brutal as well as romantic, it’s a place where aesthetically seemingly incompatible styles come together in a twisted, yet unifying form. The photographs for the sleeves are made by influential local selector DJ Valentine, effortlessly capturing the local reality.
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A1 – KiNK – Disco Spectrum
A2 – KiNK – Clap On 2
B1 – KiNK - Turbo
B2 – KiNK – Almond Break
Shortinfo:
KiNK is back with number six on his sometimes experimental, often exemplary, but always exciting Sofia outfit. The driving force of Clap On 2 are the tropes of acid and its numerology (101/202/303/). The opener Disco Spectrum shows why the sound rose from the shards of smashed mirror balls in Chicago – updated and optimized for today. Turbo – nomen best omen – takes it even further, faster and fiercer, while the theme song completes the pogo picture. Finally, Almond Break lulls you into a false sense of security (think yoga camps, namaste cults, kale drinks and Balearic sunsets), before it turns into a pagan ritual to complete this acid test. Remember: wo wants to own the future needs to conquer the past!
SOFIA: Founded by Strahil Velchev and Konstantin Petrov, Sofia is not only the physical location where this music was made, the city where they met and developed as artists, but also a paradox that is reflected in the art and music that comes from the place. Beautiful and ugly at the same time, clean and dirty, brutal as well as romantic, it’s a place where aesthetically seemingly incompatible styles come together in a twisted, yet unifying form. The photographs for the sleeves are made by influential local selector DJ Valentine, effortlessly capturing the local reality.
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KiNK - A1. KiNK – 101 Reasons
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KiNK - A2. KiNK – Set The Mood Right feat Rachel Row
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KiNK - B1. KiNK - Dreamer
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KiNK - B2. KiNK – Dreamer (Frits Wentink Remix)
Tracklist
A1. KiNK – 101 Reasons
A2. KiNK – Set The Mood Right feat Rachel Row
B1. KiNK - Dreamer
B2. KiNK – Dreamer (Frits Wentink Remix)
Shortinfo:
The 4th release on Sofia by KiNK is all about warmth. The harmonies are deep, the instruments are muffled, the rhythms are humanised. Even when some of the tracks are getting a bit aggressive, they are not hurting, but giving the right amount of energy and surprise. This record is built from some of the live streams Strahil was doing during the pandemic lockdown in April. "101 Reasons" is a track with disco epic-ness and techno attitude. It captures KiNK's dream of being on the sweaty floor again, surrounded by dancers, one big family, like it used to be. "Dreamer" is low key house music, with melodies, leaking between the notes and the rhythms are somehow derailing, but instead of chaos, you get that dreamy feeling like if you watch a ribbon in the sky. The phenomenal Dutch artist Frits Wentink delivers a tighter version of the track with his unique swing on the drums and extra chords, which uplift the track with new energy. The closing song "Set The Mood Right" is recorded with his usual collaborator Rachel Row on the vocals. It's a very relaxed downtempo track, which takes an unexpected turn and it's a perfect open end for the record. A warm record for the cold days.
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A1. KiNK – 101 Reasons
A2. KiNK – Set The Mood Right feat Rachel Row
B1. KiNK - Dreamer
B2. KiNK – Dreamer (Frits Wentink Remix)
Shortinfo:
The 4th release on Sofia by KiNK is all about warmth. The harmonies are deep, the instruments are muffled, the rhythms are humanised. Even when some of the tracks are getting a bit aggressive, they are not hurting, but giving the right amount of energy and surprise. This record is built from some of the live streams Strahil was doing during the pandemic lockdown in April. "101 Reasons" is a track with disco epic-ness and techno attitude. It captures KiNK's dream of being on the sweaty floor again, surrounded by dancers, one big family, like it used to be. "Dreamer" is low key house music, with melodies, leaking between the notes and the rhythms are somehow derailing, but instead of chaos, you get that dreamy feeling like if you watch a ribbon in the sky. The phenomenal Dutch artist Frits Wentink delivers a tighter version of the track with his unique swing on the drums and extra chords, which uplift the track with new energy. The closing song "Set The Mood Right" is recorded with his usual collaborator Rachel Row on the vocals. It's a very relaxed downtempo track, which takes an unexpected turn and it's a perfect open end for the record. A warm record for the cold days.
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KiNK - A1. KiNK - Chaka Raka
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KiNK - A2. KiNK - Aerotrim
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KiNK - B1. KiNK - Pista
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KiNK - B2. KiNK & Rachel Row – Call Nasco
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KiNK - B3. Kink - Kobudai
Tracklist
A1. KiNK - Chaka Raka
A2. KiNK - Aerotrim
B1. KiNK - Pista
B2. KiNK & Rachel Row – Call Nasco
B3. Kink - Kobudai
Shortinfo:
For the third release on Sofia Strahil Velchev is offering a selection of five diverse tracks, developing the concept of the label: rambling beats and alternative tunings, a feeling that the tracks will fall into pieces any moment. What keeps the compositions together is the artist's sense of melody and relentless groove. House, Techno, Disco and Electro, twisted through a KiNKy mind.
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A1. KiNK - Chaka Raka
A2. KiNK - Aerotrim
B1. KiNK - Pista
B2. KiNK & Rachel Row – Call Nasco
B3. Kink - Kobudai
Shortinfo:
For the third release on Sofia Strahil Velchev is offering a selection of five diverse tracks, developing the concept of the label: rambling beats and alternative tunings, a feeling that the tracks will fall into pieces any moment. What keeps the compositions together is the artist's sense of melody and relentless groove. House, Techno, Disco and Electro, twisted through a KiNKy mind.
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KiNK - A1. Bug
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KiNK - A2. A.C.I.D Feat Red Eye
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KiNK & Kei - B1. Nagore
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KiNK - B2. East Wind Feat. DJ Valentine
Special Remarks : Full Colour Sleeve
Tracklist
A1. Bug
A2. A.C.I.D Feat Red Eye
B1. KiNK & Kei - Nagore
B2. East Wind Feat. DJ Valentine
Shortinfo:
KiNK returns with the second release on the still puerile label Sofia. The second of many to come, „Nagore“ features four tracks again that are incentive, innovative and ingenious at the same time. Based on the incantations of KiNK and guests like Red Eye, Kei and Sofia’s guiding spirit DJ Valentine, you get a mix of free-flowing techno, bass bumpers, ravey IDM tropes and pitch-wheel house or four smart bombs, if you will. Graced with technical prowess and creative powers, this is once more proof that the man cannot set a foot wrong. Remember the future!
SOFIA: Founded by Strahil Velchev and Konstantin Petrov, Sofia is not only the physical location where this music was made, the city where they met and developed as artists, but also a paradox that is reflected in the art and music that comes from the place. Beautiful and ugly at the same time, clean and dirty, brutal as well as romantic, it’s a place where aesthetically seemingly incompatible styles come together in a twisted, yet unifying form. The photographs for the sleeves are made by influential local selector DJ Valentine, effortlessly capturing the local reality.
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Tracklist
A1. Bug
A2. A.C.I.D Feat Red Eye
B1. KiNK & Kei - Nagore
B2. East Wind Feat. DJ Valentine
Shortinfo:
KiNK returns with the second release on the still puerile label Sofia. The second of many to come, „Nagore“ features four tracks again that are incentive, innovative and ingenious at the same time. Based on the incantations of KiNK and guests like Red Eye, Kei and Sofia’s guiding spirit DJ Valentine, you get a mix of free-flowing techno, bass bumpers, ravey IDM tropes and pitch-wheel house or four smart bombs, if you will. Graced with technical prowess and creative powers, this is once more proof that the man cannot set a foot wrong. Remember the future!
SOFIA: Founded by Strahil Velchev and Konstantin Petrov, Sofia is not only the physical location where this music was made, the city where they met and developed as artists, but also a paradox that is reflected in the art and music that comes from the place. Beautiful and ugly at the same time, clean and dirty, brutal as well as romantic, it’s a place where aesthetically seemingly incompatible styles come together in a twisted, yet unifying form. The photographs for the sleeves are made by influential local selector DJ Valentine, effortlessly capturing the local reality.
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KiNK - The Sun
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KiNK - The Clock
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KiNK - The Grid
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KiNK - The Beauty Feat. Rachel Row
Tracklist
A1. The Sun
A2. The Clock
B1. The Grid
B2. The Beauty Feat. Rachel Row
Shortinfo:
KiNK presents Home! This aptly titled EP is the debut release on the newborn label Sofia. Founded by Strahil Velchev and Konstantin Petrov, Sofia is not only the physical location where this music was made, the city where they met and developed as artists, but also a paradox that is reflected in the art and music that comes from the place. Beautiful and ugly at the same time, clean and dirty, brutal as well as romantic, it’s a place where aesthetically seemingly incompatible styles come together in a twisted, yet unifying form. The photographs for the sleeves are made by influential local selector DJ Valentine, effortlessly capturing the local reality.
Those pieces of a paradox also are reflected in the music. The typical fine-grit of KiNK’s production skills meets his love for the elements of surprise and the classic building blocks and plaster of house and techno to create something that is very much his own, while breathing the spirit of early days and pioneering times. Hinged just before and after peak time, the tracks on this EP are cohesive, made to last and rounded off by the contemplativeness of yet another collaboration with Rachel Row called „The Beauty“. The first of many to come. And as always: Remember the future!
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A1. The Sun
A2. The Clock
B1. The Grid
B2. The Beauty Feat. Rachel Row
Shortinfo:
KiNK presents Home! This aptly titled EP is the debut release on the newborn label Sofia. Founded by Strahil Velchev and Konstantin Petrov, Sofia is not only the physical location where this music was made, the city where they met and developed as artists, but also a paradox that is reflected in the art and music that comes from the place. Beautiful and ugly at the same time, clean and dirty, brutal as well as romantic, it’s a place where aesthetically seemingly incompatible styles come together in a twisted, yet unifying form. The photographs for the sleeves are made by influential local selector DJ Valentine, effortlessly capturing the local reality.
Those pieces of a paradox also are reflected in the music. The typical fine-grit of KiNK’s production skills meets his love for the elements of surprise and the classic building blocks and plaster of house and techno to create something that is very much his own, while breathing the spirit of early days and pioneering times. Hinged just before and after peak time, the tracks on this EP are cohesive, made to last and rounded off by the contemplativeness of yet another collaboration with Rachel Row called „The Beauty“. The first of many to come. And as always: Remember the future!
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KiNK & Rachel Row - A1. To Love You
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KiNK & Rachel Row - A2. To Love You (Instrumental)
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KiNK & Rachel Row - A3. To Love You (Acappella)
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KiNK - B1. I Remember(303 Version)
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KiNK - B2. RAW
Repress / black and white sleeve.
Tracklist
A1. KiNK & Rachel Row – To Love You
A2. KiNK & Rachel Row – To Love You (Instrumental)
A3. KiNK & Rachel Row – To Love You (Acappella)
B1. KiNK – I Remember(303 Version)
B2. KiNK - RAW
Shortinfo:
The return of…KiNK. His first original record after the latest album and a few bits here and there, is an ode to the miraculous grip that a piano still holds over almost any dance floor. Unmistakably titled „Piano Power Ep“, the Bulgarian hit factory does what it does best: infectious melodies, moving bass and gnarly acid lines as well as the ill beats around. Born out of studio rehearsals for live sets, „2 love U“ is a freestyle jam with regular collaborator Rachel Row (see Hand Made EP or „Follow The Step“): KiNK on keys and Rachel in the vocal booth results in pure positivism, energetic hooks and a certain pop magic. Think Rozalla, Bizarre Inc. or any other sign long and you are almost there. Instrumental included for the faint at heart.
„I Remember“ on the other hand, which is also available as one of KiNK’s beloved video workouts, is presented here as a „303 Mix“ that loses the classic house sample of the first version, in favor of - well, another classic dance music ingredient - the squelchy sound that DJ Pierre invented.
Last, but not least. „Raw“ is the kind of happy-go-lucky piano-bazooka that revokes the spirit of Baltimore’s production outfit Basement Boys in todays’ pagan parties. Using the minimum amount of music tools (lack of effects, volume changes creating dynamics and no more than four instruments), it als feels like KiNK’s reply to Herbert’s infamous dogma. If the ingredients are good enough, you don’t need any spices.
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Tracklist
A1. KiNK & Rachel Row – To Love You
A2. KiNK & Rachel Row – To Love You (Instrumental)
A3. KiNK & Rachel Row – To Love You (Acappella)
B1. KiNK – I Remember(303 Version)
B2. KiNK - RAW
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The return of…KiNK. His first original record after the latest album and a few bits here and there, is an ode to the miraculous grip that a piano still holds over almost any dance floor. Unmistakably titled „Piano Power Ep“, the Bulgarian hit factory does what it does best: infectious melodies, moving bass and gnarly acid lines as well as the ill beats around. Born out of studio rehearsals for live sets, „2 love U“ is a freestyle jam with regular collaborator Rachel Row (see Hand Made EP or „Follow The Step“): KiNK on keys and Rachel in the vocal booth results in pure positivism, energetic hooks and a certain pop magic. Think Rozalla, Bizarre Inc. or any other sign long and you are almost there. Instrumental included for the faint at heart.
„I Remember“ on the other hand, which is also available as one of KiNK’s beloved video workouts, is presented here as a „303 Mix“ that loses the classic house sample of the first version, in favor of - well, another classic dance music ingredient - the squelchy sound that DJ Pierre invented.
Last, but not least. „Raw“ is the kind of happy-go-lucky piano-bazooka that revokes the spirit of Baltimore’s production outfit Basement Boys in todays’ pagan parties. Using the minimum amount of music tools (lack of effects, volume changes creating dynamics and no more than four instruments), it als feels like KiNK’s reply to Herbert’s infamous dogma. If the ingredients are good enough, you don’t need any spices.
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Tracklist:
01) KiNK - live improvised intro
(02) KiNK - The Russian
(03) kirilik - Guitars
(04) KiNK - Kink In De Kabel
(05) Owain K - A Test (KiNK Mix)
(06) KiNK - Trans
(07) KiNK - Dynamo
(08) KiNK - live session with Valeri
(09) Rachel Row - Use The Rhythm (KiNK Mix)
(10) KiNK - Rave Transition
(11) KiNK - Perth
(12) KiNK - Five
(13) KiNK feat. Krista - I Remember
(14) KiNK - Romantics
(15) KiNK - Disco Transition
(16) KiNK - Chorus
(17) KiNK - live improvised outro
As we reach the 19th year of Cocoon's residence on Ibiza, the location may have changed from Amnesia to Pacha, but the enthusiasm for perhaps the most enduring party on the Mediterranean island is guaranteed to continue. Actually, only the sun, sea and wind are more reliable!
The celebrated live sets of Bulgaria's life wire Strahil Velchev aka KiNK have been a vital ingredient for the ecstatic nights over the years. With unprecedented regularity, the man from Sofia has been voted best live act by readers of Groove magazine for the last three years, and in 2017 he was also crowned best electronic music producer. As KiNK, together with Sven Väth, celebrate one of the most popular evenings of this year's season as well, what could be more logical than to repurpose the famed Cocoon Ibiza Mix CD series into another live document of the event?
No sooner said than done, and so here the Bulgarian offers a 70-minute cross-section of his skills. Well-known tracks, especially from last year's "Playground" LP (Running Back) meet exclusive, unreleased material in a spontaneous tour de force through the history of electronic dance music. There are distinctive nods to Chicago and Detroit, jazzy organs spiralling into string-drenched skies ("The Russian"), insatiable acid excursions ("Five") and heavy duty discoid workouts ("Use The Rhythm", "Perth") as KiNK's irresistible nature strikes repeatedly at the heart of the dance floor.
The message as always is "gute Laune!" (good vibes!), if we are allowed to borrow that sacred phrase for just a moment...
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01) KiNK - live improvised intro
(02) KiNK - The Russian
(03) kirilik - Guitars
(04) KiNK - Kink In De Kabel
(05) Owain K - A Test (KiNK Mix)
(06) KiNK - Trans
(07) KiNK - Dynamo
(08) KiNK - live session with Valeri
(09) Rachel Row - Use The Rhythm (KiNK Mix)
(10) KiNK - Rave Transition
(11) KiNK - Perth
(12) KiNK - Five
(13) KiNK feat. Krista - I Remember
(14) KiNK - Romantics
(15) KiNK - Disco Transition
(16) KiNK - Chorus
(17) KiNK - live improvised outro
As we reach the 19th year of Cocoon's residence on Ibiza, the location may have changed from Amnesia to Pacha, but the enthusiasm for perhaps the most enduring party on the Mediterranean island is guaranteed to continue. Actually, only the sun, sea and wind are more reliable!
The celebrated live sets of Bulgaria's life wire Strahil Velchev aka KiNK have been a vital ingredient for the ecstatic nights over the years. With unprecedented regularity, the man from Sofia has been voted best live act by readers of Groove magazine for the last three years, and in 2017 he was also crowned best electronic music producer. As KiNK, together with Sven Väth, celebrate one of the most popular evenings of this year's season as well, what could be more logical than to repurpose the famed Cocoon Ibiza Mix CD series into another live document of the event?
No sooner said than done, and so here the Bulgarian offers a 70-minute cross-section of his skills. Well-known tracks, especially from last year's "Playground" LP (Running Back) meet exclusive, unreleased material in a spontaneous tour de force through the history of electronic dance music. There are distinctive nods to Chicago and Detroit, jazzy organs spiralling into string-drenched skies ("The Russian"), insatiable acid excursions ("Five") and heavy duty discoid workouts ("Use The Rhythm", "Perth") as KiNK's irresistible nature strikes repeatedly at the heart of the dance floor.
The message as always is "gute Laune!" (good vibes!), if we are allowed to borrow that sacred phrase for just a moment...
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Reworking a big tune is never a simple task. especially if after 7 years the tune in question is still one of the highlights in shows of one of the worlds most beloved live act performers. KiNK. That s only half of the story though. as the tune got a lot of love from so many DJ s all over the globe. However. for the 17th Burek release. we wanted to do something really special and what could be better than giving new life to a piece of music which literally gave life to our label. And we gathered some very interesting people for the job
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More records from pets recording
1
Jacek Sienkiewicz - SU17
2
Jacek Sienkiewicz - Mustang
3
Jacek Sienkiewicz - Mustang (Tobias. Remix)
Tracklist:
A SU17
B1 Mustang
B2 Mustang (Tobias. Remix)
Info:
Time for a little Recognition… Pets welcome a true Polish techno founding father to the fold: Jacek Sienkiewicz.
DJ since the early 90s, producer since the late 90s and one of the earliest artists to stamp their country down on the techno map; Jacek was one of the first Polish producers to be signed by the likes of Trapez, Cocoon and Klang and laid down the foundations for the likes of Pets founders Catz N Dogz several years later when they emerged as 3 Channels. OG status confirmed, he’s remained just as consistent as he is influential. This single is proof: ‘SU17’ is a bubbling sine cauldron that starts with a simmer but builds to a boil with its ever-morphing, lava-like flow. Expert drum momentum and sudden layers of instrumental help to create a fluid three-track-in-one experience that spellbinds you crowd for the entire eight minutes without realising.
‘Mustang’ is a cascading synth odyssey that gently rises and falls like an Escher looped staircase. Gradually building in momentum with more of Jacek’s signature hypnosis flare, it’s not until the drums double up with an almost live-style visceral feel that you realise just how high Jacek’s taken you. It
comes complete with a star-lit switch from Berlin’s serial innovator Tobias, where the synths are deftly refocused and a whole layer of orchestral delight are layered within. The perfect way to follow up last summer’s reissue of his 2002 track ‘Case Filter’ on ‘Friends Of Pets Part 3’, Jacek and Pets feedback loop of roots, inspiration and future is beginning to warm up…
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A SU17
B1 Mustang
B2 Mustang (Tobias. Remix)
Info:
Time for a little Recognition… Pets welcome a true Polish techno founding father to the fold: Jacek Sienkiewicz.
DJ since the early 90s, producer since the late 90s and one of the earliest artists to stamp their country down on the techno map; Jacek was one of the first Polish producers to be signed by the likes of Trapez, Cocoon and Klang and laid down the foundations for the likes of Pets founders Catz N Dogz several years later when they emerged as 3 Channels. OG status confirmed, he’s remained just as consistent as he is influential. This single is proof: ‘SU17’ is a bubbling sine cauldron that starts with a simmer but builds to a boil with its ever-morphing, lava-like flow. Expert drum momentum and sudden layers of instrumental help to create a fluid three-track-in-one experience that spellbinds you crowd for the entire eight minutes without realising.
‘Mustang’ is a cascading synth odyssey that gently rises and falls like an Escher looped staircase. Gradually building in momentum with more of Jacek’s signature hypnosis flare, it’s not until the drums double up with an almost live-style visceral feel that you realise just how high Jacek’s taken you. It
comes complete with a star-lit switch from Berlin’s serial innovator Tobias, where the synths are deftly refocused and a whole layer of orchestral delight are layered within. The perfect way to follow up last summer’s reissue of his 2002 track ‘Case Filter’ on ‘Friends Of Pets Part 3’, Jacek and Pets feedback loop of roots, inspiration and future is beginning to warm up…
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Tracklist:
A Rave History (Original Mix)
B1 Rave History (Life Mix)
B2 Music Manifesto (Credits: vocals by Qzen)
Info:
To know what’s up right now, we must understand what went down in history…
‘Rave History’: Easily one of Catz ‘n Dogz most evocative, classically-informed and ferociously euphoric pieces of work to date, this is a celebration of every black wax brick laid in the foundations of dance music culture. Every hand that was ever raised in sweaty exultation. Every stranger whoever
got hugged on the dancefloor for no reason but pure love for the moment. Every whistle. Every horn. Every damn time.
From its quintessential break to its iconic vocal via its sizzling bass-heavy groove; ‘Rave History’ is the ultimate finale piece, a show-stopping opener or a wild mid-set excursion. It resonates with everything that’s relevant now and everything that’s ever been relevant. Loaded with pure positivity,
this will complement any style of DJ set, any crowd, any age, any country. This is our DNA. For added euphoric stimuli, the Szczecin boys have also thrown in a kickless hype tool in the form of the feel-heavy Life Mix. Choral pads, cascading FX, dramatic one-strike piano notes, splashing
cymbals and that almighty vocal sample that comes with one essential message every single one of us can raise our sweaty hands and hug strangers to: no matter how weird things feel in the world right now, when we’re together with like-minded dancing neighbours, everything is going to be ALL
RIGHT.
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A Rave History (Original Mix)
B1 Rave History (Life Mix)
B2 Music Manifesto (Credits: vocals by Qzen)
Info:
To know what’s up right now, we must understand what went down in history…
‘Rave History’: Easily one of Catz ‘n Dogz most evocative, classically-informed and ferociously euphoric pieces of work to date, this is a celebration of every black wax brick laid in the foundations of dance music culture. Every hand that was ever raised in sweaty exultation. Every stranger whoever
got hugged on the dancefloor for no reason but pure love for the moment. Every whistle. Every horn. Every damn time.
From its quintessential break to its iconic vocal via its sizzling bass-heavy groove; ‘Rave History’ is the ultimate finale piece, a show-stopping opener or a wild mid-set excursion. It resonates with everything that’s relevant now and everything that’s ever been relevant. Loaded with pure positivity,
this will complement any style of DJ set, any crowd, any age, any country. This is our DNA. For added euphoric stimuli, the Szczecin boys have also thrown in a kickless hype tool in the form of the feel-heavy Life Mix. Choral pads, cascading FX, dramatic one-strike piano notes, splashing
cymbals and that almighty vocal sample that comes with one essential message every single one of us can raise our sweaty hands and hug strangers to: no matter how weird things feel in the world right now, when we’re together with like-minded dancing neighbours, everything is going to be ALL
RIGHT.
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Tracklist:
A1 Bullfrogging
A2 Early Doors
B1 Bullfrogging (Mark Henning Remix)
Info:
Time for a little neck bulging, slimy skin hip-slinking summer fun as a true craftsman steps from the
studio shadows: Jay Shepheard, who’s back with a track that’s so infectious if you licked its back
you’d trip for weeks.
Prepare yourselves for ‘Bullfrogging’: wry funk, warmth and humanised technoid soul. Taking a vocal
texture then processing, harmonising and splicing the spawn out of it, Jay’s precision balance of
electronic hustle and anthromorphised action has all the hallmarks for a summer anthem.
‘Early Doors’ follows suit and there’s a massive clue in the title… Soft-focused, warm, rolling and
laced with textured chimes, it’s definitely tailored for those key transitions between warm-up and
second gear. Deep, trippy but coded with a hookiness that grabs rather than soothes, once again it’s
classic Shepheard but with a revitalised 2017 twist. Hey, he didn’t lock himself away in the studio for
twelve months for nothing, right?
Neither did Jay’s long-time friend and neighbour Mark Henning; a man who hasn’t taken on a remix
since the early 2010s. His return to the remix game is as poignant and powerful as Jay’s return to
releases as he removes around 70 percent of the frog and maximises the bullishness of the elements,
creating a relentless tribal slammer of a version that still retains the warmth and soul of Jay’s original.
Two returns to action, three killer tracks, one label you can always count on as your friend and no
frogs harmed during the whole process. We’re pulling out some serious stops here.
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A1 Bullfrogging
A2 Early Doors
B1 Bullfrogging (Mark Henning Remix)
Info:
Time for a little neck bulging, slimy skin hip-slinking summer fun as a true craftsman steps from the
studio shadows: Jay Shepheard, who’s back with a track that’s so infectious if you licked its back
you’d trip for weeks.
Prepare yourselves for ‘Bullfrogging’: wry funk, warmth and humanised technoid soul. Taking a vocal
texture then processing, harmonising and splicing the spawn out of it, Jay’s precision balance of
electronic hustle and anthromorphised action has all the hallmarks for a summer anthem.
‘Early Doors’ follows suit and there’s a massive clue in the title… Soft-focused, warm, rolling and
laced with textured chimes, it’s definitely tailored for those key transitions between warm-up and
second gear. Deep, trippy but coded with a hookiness that grabs rather than soothes, once again it’s
classic Shepheard but with a revitalised 2017 twist. Hey, he didn’t lock himself away in the studio for
twelve months for nothing, right?
Neither did Jay’s long-time friend and neighbour Mark Henning; a man who hasn’t taken on a remix
since the early 2010s. His return to the remix game is as poignant and powerful as Jay’s return to
releases as he removes around 70 percent of the frog and maximises the bullishness of the elements,
creating a relentless tribal slammer of a version that still retains the warmth and soul of Jay’s original.
Two returns to action, three killer tracks, one label you can always count on as your friend and no
frogs harmed during the whole process. We’re pulling out some serious stops here.
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Tracklist:
A1 Earth Trax - Horyzont A2 Seltron 400 - Swiezy Oddech B1 The Analog Roland Orchestra - Monofunk B2 Adam Port & Jennifer Touch - ThisTime (Marquis Hawkes Remix)
Info:
Welcome to Poland: Another country in the midst of fearful flux; where a huge proportion of the country feel their voice is no longer represented by the government; where raw emotions are being exploited cheaply by media to distract, divert and crudely divide; where there is more of a need than ever for like-minded positive souls to unite without prejudice and work together for a better future. The headlines sound too familiar for many of us in the world. But just as Trump does not represent most people in America and Brexit doesn’t define everyone in Britain, Poland’s right wing government does not exemplify the majority of Polish people. Like all world citizens, our generation and younger are good-minded, thoughtful people who do want to bring down barriers and work together. Their vision is one of inclusion and one of a proud future and how we can improve the lives of our children and grandchildren… Not become
entangled in embittered roots of the past. It’s evident in Poland’s thriving creative cultures from the provocative art of Katarzyna Kozyra to the literature and poetry and films of Wojciech Kuczok. It’s evident in the stark optimist architecture of Daniel Libeskind. It’s evident in Krakow’s thriving club scene and the country’s bubbling pools of electronic music talent. It’s everything Catz N Dogz do: their attitude, their music, their labels, their WOODED festival and, perhaps most importantly, their friends. Not just there to carry you home; friends carry you everywhere. And right here on ‘Friends Of Pets’ Catz N Dogz are carrying their companions’ creativity with the same esteem and pride they host their Polish festival. A cultural statement and powerful showcase of their country’s great thinkers, creators, collaborators and disrupters in electronic music, across 16 tracks – almost all of which is homegrown – we’re treated to the full spectrum. Ranging from blissful smoky beat soul to mischievous relentless rolling techno and all shades of house in between, it’s one of Pets’ most heartfelt homage to realness, togetherness and strength against adversity. Exist to resist but persist to rewind; these are the real Polish headlines and here
are the amazing stories of the beautiful, kind and creative people behind them…
SELTRON 400: AKA Eltron John and SLG’s latest project. Eltron is an incredibly eclectic DJ
who’s renowned throughout Krakow’s best clubs while SLG is a dear friend of the label and
kindred spirit with Catz N Dogz, breaking through around the same time in the early 2000s.
Together their SELTRON 400 project shatters the walls between all shades of rave,
galvanising them for the future with timeless analog machine weight. SLG also appears on
the collection under his real name Lukasz Seliga with a remix of Swedish soulmate Kornél
Kovács.
Adam Port: Born in Poland, based in Berlin, Adam Port needs no introduction. One of the
most consistent and innovative names in the game with releases across the board from
Freerange to Souvenir via his main home Keinemusik, arguably one the most influential
European labels at the moment.
Earth Trax: AKA Bartosz Kruczyñski who’s perhaps most famously known as Ptaki alongside
Jaromir Kamiñski. Together they created ‘Przelot’, one of the best electronic Polish albums
ever made that’s guaranteed to stand the test of time. As a solo artist Earth Trax also has a
great body of work as The Phantom, has been recommended as part of Thump’s top 100
records of 2016 and has a whole stack of releases planned on labels such as Phonica
Records and many more. 4
The Analog Roland Orchestra: Polish-born Michal is a walking orchestra. Conjuring magic
on his collection of rare Roland synths, he’s worked with many acts on many stages. His
passion for Roland has been so strong he’s channelled it into a book: R For Roland, a
compendium of beautifully photographed Roland synths, histories and stories. With releases
on Pokerflat, STEP and Rotary Cocktail Rec, he’s a super sharp producer, too.
Dig deep and share the knowledge: Each of these friends has their own story to tell and their
own sound to share. This is the real Poland. This is the real Pets. This is real electronic
music. We can only be stronger by working together, globally, nationally, friendly…
!
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A1 Earth Trax - Horyzont A2 Seltron 400 - Swiezy Oddech B1 The Analog Roland Orchestra - Monofunk B2 Adam Port & Jennifer Touch - ThisTime (Marquis Hawkes Remix)
Info:
Welcome to Poland: Another country in the midst of fearful flux; where a huge proportion of the country feel their voice is no longer represented by the government; where raw emotions are being exploited cheaply by media to distract, divert and crudely divide; where there is more of a need than ever for like-minded positive souls to unite without prejudice and work together for a better future. The headlines sound too familiar for many of us in the world. But just as Trump does not represent most people in America and Brexit doesn’t define everyone in Britain, Poland’s right wing government does not exemplify the majority of Polish people. Like all world citizens, our generation and younger are good-minded, thoughtful people who do want to bring down barriers and work together. Their vision is one of inclusion and one of a proud future and how we can improve the lives of our children and grandchildren… Not become
entangled in embittered roots of the past. It’s evident in Poland’s thriving creative cultures from the provocative art of Katarzyna Kozyra to the literature and poetry and films of Wojciech Kuczok. It’s evident in the stark optimist architecture of Daniel Libeskind. It’s evident in Krakow’s thriving club scene and the country’s bubbling pools of electronic music talent. It’s everything Catz N Dogz do: their attitude, their music, their labels, their WOODED festival and, perhaps most importantly, their friends. Not just there to carry you home; friends carry you everywhere. And right here on ‘Friends Of Pets’ Catz N Dogz are carrying their companions’ creativity with the same esteem and pride they host their Polish festival. A cultural statement and powerful showcase of their country’s great thinkers, creators, collaborators and disrupters in electronic music, across 16 tracks – almost all of which is homegrown – we’re treated to the full spectrum. Ranging from blissful smoky beat soul to mischievous relentless rolling techno and all shades of house in between, it’s one of Pets’ most heartfelt homage to realness, togetherness and strength against adversity. Exist to resist but persist to rewind; these are the real Polish headlines and here
are the amazing stories of the beautiful, kind and creative people behind them…
SELTRON 400: AKA Eltron John and SLG’s latest project. Eltron is an incredibly eclectic DJ
who’s renowned throughout Krakow’s best clubs while SLG is a dear friend of the label and
kindred spirit with Catz N Dogz, breaking through around the same time in the early 2000s.
Together their SELTRON 400 project shatters the walls between all shades of rave,
galvanising them for the future with timeless analog machine weight. SLG also appears on
the collection under his real name Lukasz Seliga with a remix of Swedish soulmate Kornél
Kovács.
Adam Port: Born in Poland, based in Berlin, Adam Port needs no introduction. One of the
most consistent and innovative names in the game with releases across the board from
Freerange to Souvenir via his main home Keinemusik, arguably one the most influential
European labels at the moment.
Earth Trax: AKA Bartosz Kruczyñski who’s perhaps most famously known as Ptaki alongside
Jaromir Kamiñski. Together they created ‘Przelot’, one of the best electronic Polish albums
ever made that’s guaranteed to stand the test of time. As a solo artist Earth Trax also has a
great body of work as The Phantom, has been recommended as part of Thump’s top 100
records of 2016 and has a whole stack of releases planned on labels such as Phonica
Records and many more. 4
The Analog Roland Orchestra: Polish-born Michal is a walking orchestra. Conjuring magic
on his collection of rare Roland synths, he’s worked with many acts on many stages. His
passion for Roland has been so strong he’s channelled it into a book: R For Roland, a
compendium of beautifully photographed Roland synths, histories and stories. With releases
on Pokerflat, STEP and Rotary Cocktail Rec, he’s a super sharp producer, too.
Dig deep and share the knowledge: Each of these friends has their own story to tell and their
own sound to share. This is the real Poland. This is the real Pets. This is real electronic
music. We can only be stronger by working together, globally, nationally, friendly…
!
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Tracklist:
A1 Universo - Ubisi A2 SLG - Varsovia Marimba (Kornel Kovacs Remix) B1 Catz 'n Dogz - Szczecin B2 Jacek Sienkiewicz - Case Filter (WMF Records 2002 Berlin)
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Welcome to Poland: Another country in the midst of fearful flux; where a huge proportion of the country feel their voice is no longer represented by the government; where raw emotions are being exploited cheaply by media to distract, divert and crudely divide; where there is more of a need than ever for like-minded positive souls to unite without prejudice and work together for a better future. The headlines sound too familiar for many of us in the world. But just as Trump does not represent most people in America and Brexit doesn’t define everyone in Britain, Poland’s right wing government does not exemplify the majority of Polish people. Like all world citizens, our generation and younger are good-minded, thoughtful people who do want to bring down barriers and work together. Their vision is one of inclusion and one of a proud future and how we can improve the lives of our children and grandchildren… Not become entangled in embittered roots of the past. It’s evident in Poland’s thriving creative cultures from the provocative art of Katarzyna Kozyra to the literature and poetry and films of Wojciech Kuczok. It’s evident in the stark optimist
architecture of Daniel Libeskind. It’s evident in Krakow’s thriving club scene and the country’s bubbling pools of electronic music talent. It’s everything Catz N Dogz do: their attitude, their music, their labels, their WOODED festival and, perhaps most importantly, their friends. Not just there to carry you home; friends carry you everywhere. And right here on ‘Friends Of Pets’ Catz N Dogz are carrying their companions’ creativity with the same esteem and pride they host their Polish festival. A cultural statement and powerful showcase of their country’s great thinkers,
creators, collaborators and disrupters in electronic music, across 16 tracks – almost all of which is homegrown – we’re treated to the full spectrum. Ranging from blissful smoky beat soul to mischievous relentless rolling techno and all shades of house in between, it’s one of Pets’ most
heartfelt homage to realness, togetherness and strength against adversity. Exist to resist but persist to rewind; these are the real Polish headlines and here are the amazing stories of the beautiful,
kind and creative people behind them…
Jacek Sienkiewicz: The Godfather! Jacek was the first ever Polish techno producer to sign to a big
label and is regarded as one of the most inspiring homegrown talents for all DJs and producers. His
early Cocoon releases are regarded as gamechangers and he remains true to his timeless craft.
‘Case Filter’ is a fine example; previously released on WMF in 2002, it still sounds resonant and
relevant 15 years later. A personal favourite at the Pets HQ.
Universo: Also known as Kixnare who’s renowned for hip-hop breaks and a series of killer beat
albums on U Know Me Records. Now exploring the technoid unknown with deeply layered 4/4
dancefloor soul as Universo, it’s a whole new chapter that resonates deeply with Pets’ core.
SELTRON 400: AKA Eltron John and SLG’s latest project. Eltron is an incredibly eclectic DJ who’s
renowned throughout Krakow’s best clubs while SLG is a dear friend of the label and kindred spirit
with Catz N Dogz, breaking through around the same time in the early 2000s. Together their
SELTRON 400 project shatters the walls between all shades of rave, galvanising them for the future
with timeless analog machine weight. SLG also appears on the collection under his real name Lukasz
Seliga with a remix of Swedish soulmate Kornél Kovács.
Dig deep and share the knowledge: Each of these friends has their own story to tell and their own
sound to share. This is the real Poland. This is the real Pets. This is real electronic music. We can
only be stronger by working together, globally, nationally, friendly…
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Welcome to Poland: Another country in the midst of fearful flux; where a huge proportion of the country feel their voice is no longer represented by the government; where raw emotions are being exploited cheaply by media to distract, divert and crudely divide; where there is more of a need than ever for like-minded positive souls to unite without prejudice and work together for a better future. The headlines sound too familiar for many of us in the world. But just as Trump does not represent most people in America and Brexit doesn’t define everyone in Britain, Poland’s right wing government does not exemplify the majority of Polish people. Like all world citizens, our generation and younger are good-minded, thoughtful people who do want to bring down barriers and work together. Their vision is one of inclusion and one of a proud future and how we can improve the lives of our children and grandchildren… Not become entangled in embittered roots of the past. It’s evident in Poland’s thriving creative cultures from the provocative art of Katarzyna Kozyra to the literature and poetry and films of Wojciech Kuczok. It’s evident in the stark optimist
architecture of Daniel Libeskind. It’s evident in Krakow’s thriving club scene and the country’s bubbling pools of electronic music talent. It’s everything Catz N Dogz do: their attitude, their music, their labels, their WOODED festival and, perhaps most importantly, their friends. Not just there to carry you home; friends carry you everywhere. And right here on ‘Friends Of Pets’ Catz N Dogz are carrying their companions’ creativity with the same esteem and pride they host their Polish festival. A cultural statement and powerful showcase of their country’s great thinkers,
creators, collaborators and disrupters in electronic music, across 16 tracks – almost all of which is homegrown – we’re treated to the full spectrum. Ranging from blissful smoky beat soul to mischievous relentless rolling techno and all shades of house in between, it’s one of Pets’ most
heartfelt homage to realness, togetherness and strength against adversity. Exist to resist but persist to rewind; these are the real Polish headlines and here are the amazing stories of the beautiful,
kind and creative people behind them…
Jacek Sienkiewicz: The Godfather! Jacek was the first ever Polish techno producer to sign to a big
label and is regarded as one of the most inspiring homegrown talents for all DJs and producers. His
early Cocoon releases are regarded as gamechangers and he remains true to his timeless craft.
‘Case Filter’ is a fine example; previously released on WMF in 2002, it still sounds resonant and
relevant 15 years later. A personal favourite at the Pets HQ.
Universo: Also known as Kixnare who’s renowned for hip-hop breaks and a series of killer beat
albums on U Know Me Records. Now exploring the technoid unknown with deeply layered 4/4
dancefloor soul as Universo, it’s a whole new chapter that resonates deeply with Pets’ core.
SELTRON 400: AKA Eltron John and SLG’s latest project. Eltron is an incredibly eclectic DJ who’s
renowned throughout Krakow’s best clubs while SLG is a dear friend of the label and kindred spirit
with Catz N Dogz, breaking through around the same time in the early 2000s. Together their
SELTRON 400 project shatters the walls between all shades of rave, galvanising them for the future
with timeless analog machine weight. SLG also appears on the collection under his real name Lukasz
Seliga with a remix of Swedish soulmate Kornél Kovács.
Dig deep and share the knowledge: Each of these friends has their own story to tell and their own
sound to share. This is the real Poland. This is the real Pets. This is real electronic music. We can
only be stronger by working together, globally, nationally, friendly…
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Tracklist:
A1 4 the lovers
A2 Where my girls at B1 blomst
B2 Soulsista (vinyl only)
Info:
This one goes out to all you lovers out there…
With their love of good house and techno brimming over with each release, every day is Valentine’s
Day at Pets HQ. So when Black Loops sent them ‘4 The Lovers’ the label cats (and dogs) knew it
would be a perfect fit for a debut. With its walking bassline, dreamy flurries and sultry spoken
word, ‘4 The Lovers’ melts the stoniest of hearts and sets the scene for the sweet soiree that
follows…
‘Where My Girls At’ continues the racy theme as the Italians-in-Berlin who’ve been building a
smouldering reputation for the last four years on labels such as Toy Tonics, Neovinyl and Gruuv lay
down a persistent kickdrum smooth talk, thumping and bumping as the swooning filtered pads add
layers of allure. ‘Blomst’, meanwhile flutters its come-to-bed eyes with hip-rattling percussive
scratches, a plucked bouncy bassline and blushing chords that climax in style.
Finally we find true romance with ‘Soulsista’. The sonic soulmate you never knew you needed, its
deep dubby bassline slinks and purrs over jacking Chicago-style beats and cosmic weaves, bubbles
and vapour trails wisp and whirr somewhere above you on cloud nine.
Four slices of pristine, pure positivity. We guarantee your own love of good house and techno will be
brimming over by the time you’ve finished listening. Beautiful.
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A1 4 the lovers
A2 Where my girls at B1 blomst
B2 Soulsista (vinyl only)
Info:
This one goes out to all you lovers out there…
With their love of good house and techno brimming over with each release, every day is Valentine’s
Day at Pets HQ. So when Black Loops sent them ‘4 The Lovers’ the label cats (and dogs) knew it
would be a perfect fit for a debut. With its walking bassline, dreamy flurries and sultry spoken
word, ‘4 The Lovers’ melts the stoniest of hearts and sets the scene for the sweet soiree that
follows…
‘Where My Girls At’ continues the racy theme as the Italians-in-Berlin who’ve been building a
smouldering reputation for the last four years on labels such as Toy Tonics, Neovinyl and Gruuv lay
down a persistent kickdrum smooth talk, thumping and bumping as the swooning filtered pads add
layers of allure. ‘Blomst’, meanwhile flutters its come-to-bed eyes with hip-rattling percussive
scratches, a plucked bouncy bassline and blushing chords that climax in style.
Finally we find true romance with ‘Soulsista’. The sonic soulmate you never knew you needed, its
deep dubby bassline slinks and purrs over jacking Chicago-style beats and cosmic weaves, bubbles
and vapour trails wisp and whirr somewhere above you on cloud nine.
Four slices of pristine, pure positivity. We guarantee your own love of good house and techno will be
brimming over by the time you’ve finished listening. Beautiful.
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larry de kat - I know you can hear me
2
larry de kat - Naakte groef
3
larry de kat - Amlou
4
larry de kat - She doesn't
Tracklist:
A1. I know you can hear me
A2. Naakte groef
B1. Amlou
B2. She doesn't
Info:
Five years deep into the game, all nine lives fully intact: Utrechtian feral feline Larry De Kat prowls
his way onto Pets… And we really don’t need to tell you how purrrrfectly apt this debut union is.
Fresh from launching his own Katnip imprint (and putting the final touches on a hush-hush disco edit
series), Pets have managed to prise four of his finest, broadest creations from his creative claws.
Each one floor-bound, each one backing up the hype he’s enjoyed from the likes of Axel Boman,
Mark E and Laurent Garnier, each one making us feel like cats who got the creamiest of creams…
‘I Know You Can Hear Me’ takes the lead on a more direct tip that you might expect from De Kat.
Big pumps wrapped in a fine vibe balance of Detroit and Parisian house textures, but done with
Larry’s signature dubby, jacking style, it’s the perfect paws-sitive statement of intent.
Slinking deeper into the EP, ‘Naakte Groove’ lives up to its nude name with a lean-but-warm bass
riff that purrs with finesse around a straight-up strutting drum arrangement. So much fun in such a
tight, detailed groove, you’ll want this on loop forever.
‘Amlou’ stalks up behind with dusty, thumping charm. Rolling and scratching like it was 20 years
younger, there’s an innate physicality in the drums that snaps you out when the big disco hook rides
in from nowhere.
Finally we hit ‘She Doesn’t’. The dubbiest groove of the set, all eyes are on that bulbous sub,
rippling synths and precision tuned snare shot. Hypnotic, heavy, unhurried and heads down… These
sounds are fur real. Like all the best stray cats, expect Larry to return to Pets as and when he
pleases.
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A1. I know you can hear me
A2. Naakte groef
B1. Amlou
B2. She doesn't
Info:
Five years deep into the game, all nine lives fully intact: Utrechtian feral feline Larry De Kat prowls
his way onto Pets… And we really don’t need to tell you how purrrrfectly apt this debut union is.
Fresh from launching his own Katnip imprint (and putting the final touches on a hush-hush disco edit
series), Pets have managed to prise four of his finest, broadest creations from his creative claws.
Each one floor-bound, each one backing up the hype he’s enjoyed from the likes of Axel Boman,
Mark E and Laurent Garnier, each one making us feel like cats who got the creamiest of creams…
‘I Know You Can Hear Me’ takes the lead on a more direct tip that you might expect from De Kat.
Big pumps wrapped in a fine vibe balance of Detroit and Parisian house textures, but done with
Larry’s signature dubby, jacking style, it’s the perfect paws-sitive statement of intent.
Slinking deeper into the EP, ‘Naakte Groove’ lives up to its nude name with a lean-but-warm bass
riff that purrs with finesse around a straight-up strutting drum arrangement. So much fun in such a
tight, detailed groove, you’ll want this on loop forever.
‘Amlou’ stalks up behind with dusty, thumping charm. Rolling and scratching like it was 20 years
younger, there’s an innate physicality in the drums that snaps you out when the big disco hook rides
in from nowhere.
Finally we hit ‘She Doesn’t’. The dubbiest groove of the set, all eyes are on that bulbous sub,
rippling synths and precision tuned snare shot. Hypnotic, heavy, unhurried and heads down… These
sounds are fur real. Like all the best stray cats, expect Larry to return to Pets as and when he
pleases.
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Tracklist:
A1. Avesys B1. Voschod B2. Landing a Man
Info:
Out with old, in with the bold… Pets prepare us for a fresh new year start with an early-ears peak at what they
have in store for 2017. It starts right here with a techno maestro who – thanks to a deep stash of thoroughbred
beats on Soma, Hypercolour, Echocord and Kontra – shouldn’t require much of an introduction: Roberto Clementi.
Resident at Harmonized – one of Italy’s finest underground club institutions – here we find Roberto analysing his
role at its fullest flex: the range, versatility and subtlety and the almost important need to master all shades of the
night: the ability to set the scene and prepare the countdown, knowing when to play the lead and knowing how to
bring things home with respect to the dancefloor who make the party every single trip.
It begins with ‘Avesys’ in every possible way: its dubby warmth, rippling rhythmic elements and patient percussive
builds (all wrapped up with soft-but-stern insistency), don’t just mark the perfect tone and timbre of an on-point
take off set, but also trigger the whole full-spectrum, deep space EP concept. Scene setters don’t come any
clearer.
‘Voschod’ follows with a one-way trip into space as we explore the lesser-told half of the 60s space race and the
Russian’s second wave manned spacecraft trips. You can almost hear the countdown as the kicks rumble beneath
you and you can definitely feel the fire power and low end thrust when the full track takes off. Peaktime Clementi;
guaranteed lead-taking material.
Maintaining the outer planetary sensation, ‘Landing A Man’ spins us into gravity-free stasis with an historic
homage to Kennedy’s ambition to land a man on the moon. Looping up the respected president with trippy,
head-turning results he utilises a drum set so wide and cliff-like you can feel the earth’s orbit and gravity drawing
you back to terra firma with weight and confident firmness. Bringing it home… Only to shoot you back into space
again very soon. Happy new future everyone.
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A1. Avesys B1. Voschod B2. Landing a Man
Info:
Out with old, in with the bold… Pets prepare us for a fresh new year start with an early-ears peak at what they
have in store for 2017. It starts right here with a techno maestro who – thanks to a deep stash of thoroughbred
beats on Soma, Hypercolour, Echocord and Kontra – shouldn’t require much of an introduction: Roberto Clementi.
Resident at Harmonized – one of Italy’s finest underground club institutions – here we find Roberto analysing his
role at its fullest flex: the range, versatility and subtlety and the almost important need to master all shades of the
night: the ability to set the scene and prepare the countdown, knowing when to play the lead and knowing how to
bring things home with respect to the dancefloor who make the party every single trip.
It begins with ‘Avesys’ in every possible way: its dubby warmth, rippling rhythmic elements and patient percussive
builds (all wrapped up with soft-but-stern insistency), don’t just mark the perfect tone and timbre of an on-point
take off set, but also trigger the whole full-spectrum, deep space EP concept. Scene setters don’t come any
clearer.
‘Voschod’ follows with a one-way trip into space as we explore the lesser-told half of the 60s space race and the
Russian’s second wave manned spacecraft trips. You can almost hear the countdown as the kicks rumble beneath
you and you can definitely feel the fire power and low end thrust when the full track takes off. Peaktime Clementi;
guaranteed lead-taking material.
Maintaining the outer planetary sensation, ‘Landing A Man’ spins us into gravity-free stasis with an historic
homage to Kennedy’s ambition to land a man on the moon. Looping up the respected president with trippy,
head-turning results he utilises a drum set so wide and cliff-like you can feel the earth’s orbit and gravity drawing
you back to terra firma with weight and confident firmness. Bringing it home… Only to shoot you back into space
again very soon. Happy new future everyone.
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simon garcia - I never knew
2
simon garcia - Trimmer
3
simon garcia - I never knew, Mr. Tophat Remix
Tracklist:
A1. I Never Knew feat. Trisse Young
A2. Trimmer
B1. I Never Knew (Mr. Tophat Remix)
Info:
He’s back in the kitchen… After a summer of endless touring Madrid-based Garcia has returned to his flavour lab to cook up a whole new wealth of grooves and the future is looking tasty.
Last spotted on Pets in 2013 - and since serving up styles on some of the most respected labels in techno – Pokerflat, Freerange, Darkroom, Perspectiv and Supplement Facts - Garcia provides two quintessential winter warmers. ‘I Never Knew’ chugs with a full bodied dynamic that’s nicely reminiscent of Yoshitoshi 15-20 years ago as molten machines create a funk that wraps itself around the short-but-perfectly formed humanised sample.
“Trimmer” lives up to its name with his signature Hypnotic Vibes less-is-more flow. A precision-chiselled groove that spirals deeper and deeper into itself, it comprises nothing but a bubblesome bass lick, sturdy kicks, subtle FX and an undulating synth line that ripples almost majestically. A serious DJ tool for those who like their understated blends to suddenly catch you by surprise, this is the epitome of restrained.
Speaking of surprise, just on Mr Tophat’s remix of ‘I Never Knew’. Closing the show with a true switch-flipper, the second you think you have the remix and its slinky Brett Johnson/Classis Music style groove locked down BOOM… In come those organs and a whole heap more. Nine minutes of heaven – you won’t be trimming this one down in a hurry. You won’t be trimming any of them. Enjoy…
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A1. I Never Knew feat. Trisse Young
A2. Trimmer
B1. I Never Knew (Mr. Tophat Remix)
Info:
He’s back in the kitchen… After a summer of endless touring Madrid-based Garcia has returned to his flavour lab to cook up a whole new wealth of grooves and the future is looking tasty.
Last spotted on Pets in 2013 - and since serving up styles on some of the most respected labels in techno – Pokerflat, Freerange, Darkroom, Perspectiv and Supplement Facts - Garcia provides two quintessential winter warmers. ‘I Never Knew’ chugs with a full bodied dynamic that’s nicely reminiscent of Yoshitoshi 15-20 years ago as molten machines create a funk that wraps itself around the short-but-perfectly formed humanised sample.
“Trimmer” lives up to its name with his signature Hypnotic Vibes less-is-more flow. A precision-chiselled groove that spirals deeper and deeper into itself, it comprises nothing but a bubblesome bass lick, sturdy kicks, subtle FX and an undulating synth line that ripples almost majestically. A serious DJ tool for those who like their understated blends to suddenly catch you by surprise, this is the epitome of restrained.
Speaking of surprise, just on Mr Tophat’s remix of ‘I Never Knew’. Closing the show with a true switch-flipper, the second you think you have the remix and its slinky Brett Johnson/Classis Music style groove locked down BOOM… In come those organs and a whole heap more. Nine minutes of heaven – you won’t be trimming this one down in a hurry. You won’t be trimming any of them. Enjoy…
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Thorsteinssøn - Welcome
2
Thorsteinssøn - MIDNIGHT AT TAFFEY's
3
Thorsteinssøn - Nightrunner
4
Thorsteinssøn - 1976
5
Thorsteinssøn - Flash tilt
6
Thorsteinssøn - Sammy
7
Thorsteinssøn - Sixtrak Blues
8
Thorsteinssøn - I don't care
9
Thorsteinssøn - Channel Disq
10
Thorsteinssøn - Model 499
11
Thorsteinssøn - Beneath a steel sky
12
Thorsteinssøn - Untitled Disco Six
13
Thorsteinssøn - The Point
14
Thorsteinssøn - N_M_T_F_R
Tracklist:
A1.WELCOME A2.MIDNIGHT AT TAFFEY's A3.NIGHTRUNNER A4.1976
B1.FLASH TILT B2.SAMMY B3.SIXTRAK BLUES B4.I DONT CARE
C1.CHANNEL DISQ C2.MODEL 499 C3.BENEATH A STEEL SKY
D1.UNTITLED DISCO SIX D2.THE POINT D3.N:M:T:F:R
Info:
Meet Thorsteinssøn. The Iceland-born-Denmark-bred Gunnar Thor Viggosson better
known as one half of 76-79 with Tommy Vicari Jnr and bossman at Comfortable
Records and Vanity. Right now, though, we’re calling him the man behind the first
Pets artist album this year… Deliciously cosmic and cheerily schizophrenic,
‘Academy Of Heroes’ is inspired by a brilliant creative project Thorsteinssøn
practiced during his years living in Amsterdam: Solar Industry Radio. A project that
would begin with a made up artist or band name in styles ranging from cosmic
funk,scandinavien disco to noise collages of the galaxies. A joyously backwards
project that inspired a rich rainbow of styles, the content was then represented 24/7
online, collaged with strange jingles and sifi snippets. Genius. Returning to those
creations, Thorsteinssøn and Pets have weaved together a full album that cherry
picks from his thunderous proliferation: from the strutting west coast deep house of
‘1976’ to the introverted electro boogie of ‘N M T F R’ by way of the poignant chords
of ‘Untitled Disco Six’, the wry acid wriggles of ‘Channel DISQ’ and the Trans Am
twinkles of ‘Beneath A Steel Sky’, the 14 collection acts as an immersive, timeless
collage. A smorgasbord of synthetic exploration, rich in sci-fi, space and robotic
sympathy, pieced together with the same spirit of his cult radio transmissions, it
works just as well on the cans as it does in the dance… And it’s en route with an
equally alluring package of remixes. An album, a radio show for freaks or simply a
journey into Thorsteinssøns world.. Whatever… He really is a creative maverick.
!
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A1.WELCOME A2.MIDNIGHT AT TAFFEY's A3.NIGHTRUNNER A4.1976
B1.FLASH TILT B2.SAMMY B3.SIXTRAK BLUES B4.I DONT CARE
C1.CHANNEL DISQ C2.MODEL 499 C3.BENEATH A STEEL SKY
D1.UNTITLED DISCO SIX D2.THE POINT D3.N:M:T:F:R
Info:
Meet Thorsteinssøn. The Iceland-born-Denmark-bred Gunnar Thor Viggosson better
known as one half of 76-79 with Tommy Vicari Jnr and bossman at Comfortable
Records and Vanity. Right now, though, we’re calling him the man behind the first
Pets artist album this year… Deliciously cosmic and cheerily schizophrenic,
‘Academy Of Heroes’ is inspired by a brilliant creative project Thorsteinssøn
practiced during his years living in Amsterdam: Solar Industry Radio. A project that
would begin with a made up artist or band name in styles ranging from cosmic
funk,scandinavien disco to noise collages of the galaxies. A joyously backwards
project that inspired a rich rainbow of styles, the content was then represented 24/7
online, collaged with strange jingles and sifi snippets. Genius. Returning to those
creations, Thorsteinssøn and Pets have weaved together a full album that cherry
picks from his thunderous proliferation: from the strutting west coast deep house of
‘1976’ to the introverted electro boogie of ‘N M T F R’ by way of the poignant chords
of ‘Untitled Disco Six’, the wry acid wriggles of ‘Channel DISQ’ and the Trans Am
twinkles of ‘Beneath A Steel Sky’, the 14 collection acts as an immersive, timeless
collage. A smorgasbord of synthetic exploration, rich in sci-fi, space and robotic
sympathy, pieced together with the same spirit of his cult radio transmissions, it
works just as well on the cans as it does in the dance… And it’s en route with an
equally alluring package of remixes. An album, a radio show for freaks or simply a
journey into Thorsteinssøns world.. Whatever… He really is a creative maverick.
!
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Tracklist:
A1. Thorsteinssøn - Sixtrak Blues (Ashworth Remix)
B1. Thorsteinssøn - Sammy (Geeeman Remix)
B2. Thorsteinssøn - Midnight At Taffey's (Cab Drivers Remix)
Info:
With the highly anticipated release of Thorsteinssøn’s 'Academy of Heroes’ album on
the horizon, Pets Recordings have decided the flip the switch early and precede the
longplayer
with a fantastic trio of remixes. Academy of Heroes is described as
‘deliciously cosmic and cheerily schizophrenic’ and looking to break down and
reconstruct some of this glorious frenzy are three exciting producers, each of which
have chosen a track from the album to remix. First up is London based Pets pal
Ashworth, who returns to the label for the first time since December's ‘Collapsed’ ep.
’Sixtrack Blues’ is the track of choice with Ashworth harnessing the originals dreamy
vibe and adding a punchy guitar driven groove. Talking of ‘punch’, Gerd steps up,
under his Geeeman guise, on a rework of ’Sammy’. Taking the original’s liquidy and
acidic melody the Dutchman straightens and replays, replacing the original’s loose
drums with a raw, kickass
rhythm of his own to turn Sammy into a warehouse
weapon. Fresh from their Boiler Room debut, Berlin live act Cab Drivers select the
bulbous cosmic disco of ‘Midnight At Taffey’s’ to resculpt.
A driving drum pattern
turns the original slomo
groover into a stellar swinging workout. A superb selection
of remixes, each far removed from Thorsteinssøn’s originals. Making the anticipation
for the Academy Of Heroes that much greater. Enjoy
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A1. Thorsteinssøn - Sixtrak Blues (Ashworth Remix)
B1. Thorsteinssøn - Sammy (Geeeman Remix)
B2. Thorsteinssøn - Midnight At Taffey's (Cab Drivers Remix)
Info:
With the highly anticipated release of Thorsteinssøn’s 'Academy of Heroes’ album on
the horizon, Pets Recordings have decided the flip the switch early and precede the
longplayer
with a fantastic trio of remixes. Academy of Heroes is described as
‘deliciously cosmic and cheerily schizophrenic’ and looking to break down and
reconstruct some of this glorious frenzy are three exciting producers, each of which
have chosen a track from the album to remix. First up is London based Pets pal
Ashworth, who returns to the label for the first time since December's ‘Collapsed’ ep.
’Sixtrack Blues’ is the track of choice with Ashworth harnessing the originals dreamy
vibe and adding a punchy guitar driven groove. Talking of ‘punch’, Gerd steps up,
under his Geeeman guise, on a rework of ’Sammy’. Taking the original’s liquidy and
acidic melody the Dutchman straightens and replays, replacing the original’s loose
drums with a raw, kickass
rhythm of his own to turn Sammy into a warehouse
weapon. Fresh from their Boiler Room debut, Berlin live act Cab Drivers select the
bulbous cosmic disco of ‘Midnight At Taffey’s’ to resculpt.
A driving drum pattern
turns the original slomo
groover into a stellar swinging workout. A superb selection
of remixes, each far removed from Thorsteinssøn’s originals. Making the anticipation
for the Academy Of Heroes that much greater. Enjoy
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mathias kaden - no kick
2
mathias kaden - polyphonic
Tracklist Single:
A1 Mathias Kaden - Polyphonic B1. Mathias Kaden - NoKick
Info:
Pets are proud to welcome long-time friend Mathias Kaden whose making his label
debut with two of the trippiest, sense-shaking, freakiest jams we think he’s ever
conjured.
As teased in his recent Boiler Room show (and most sets he’s played lately), both
‘Polyphonic’ and ‘NoKick’ offer a fresh-yet-heritage-rooted take on techno and have
been tailored to cut through on the biggest of festival and carnival rigs. Perfect timing,
then. Let’s tuck in:
‘Polyphonic’ sits somewhere between Paperclip People and Basement Jaxx. Its
sterling acid house hook lays down the foundations while a dizzying array of FX and
sonic chemtrails swoop, bend and flare above the groove like fireworks. A proper
sonic rocket display of a track that defies conventional arrangement, make no
mistakes: this blows minds.
‘NoKick’ continues this theme with even more derring-do. As the name suggests,
there’s no kick drum at play here, just a swinging break with a classic 2 Bad Mice
style old school bassline and even more laser-blazing FX trickery that rifles the
spectrum with head-turning, twisted dexterity. Complete with crowd cheers and
carnivalian whoops and hollers, this is the ultimate DJ tool that winds the crowds up
like nobody’s business.
Better late than never: After years of releasing on some of the biggest and most
respected labels in techno, Mathias’s appearance on Pets has been long overdue.
But rest assured; these tracks really are a seriously special occasion. Only a fool
would sleep on these…
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A1 Mathias Kaden - Polyphonic B1. Mathias Kaden - NoKick
Info:
Pets are proud to welcome long-time friend Mathias Kaden whose making his label
debut with two of the trippiest, sense-shaking, freakiest jams we think he’s ever
conjured.
As teased in his recent Boiler Room show (and most sets he’s played lately), both
‘Polyphonic’ and ‘NoKick’ offer a fresh-yet-heritage-rooted take on techno and have
been tailored to cut through on the biggest of festival and carnival rigs. Perfect timing,
then. Let’s tuck in:
‘Polyphonic’ sits somewhere between Paperclip People and Basement Jaxx. Its
sterling acid house hook lays down the foundations while a dizzying array of FX and
sonic chemtrails swoop, bend and flare above the groove like fireworks. A proper
sonic rocket display of a track that defies conventional arrangement, make no
mistakes: this blows minds.
‘NoKick’ continues this theme with even more derring-do. As the name suggests,
there’s no kick drum at play here, just a swinging break with a classic 2 Bad Mice
style old school bassline and even more laser-blazing FX trickery that rifles the
spectrum with head-turning, twisted dexterity. Complete with crowd cheers and
carnivalian whoops and hollers, this is the ultimate DJ tool that winds the crowds up
like nobody’s business.
Better late than never: After years of releasing on some of the biggest and most
respected labels in techno, Mathias’s appearance on Pets has been long overdue.
But rest assured; these tracks really are a seriously special occasion. Only a fool
would sleep on these…
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Tracklist Single:
A1 Catz ’n Dogz - Upsi Bubsi B1. Catz ’n Dogz - Elixir
Info:
Following on from the successful release of ‘Basic Colour Theory: Remixed’ in March, Catz n’ Dogz announce their latest EP ‘Upsi Bubsi'. The duo's first release of 2016 welcomes the New Year in true Catz n Dogz fashion with two tracks EP is a fruitful twist of cosmic melodies mixed under the duo's trademark heavy tech-house styled bass and percussion. The EPs’ opening and title track ‘Upsi Bubsi' is a certified floor filler from the get go. The track opens with a thunderous mix of 909 loops alongside a repeated throb of intense arpeggiated bass. The track is peppered with splurges of crashing cymbals,
rolling toms and the hypnotic looped vocal whispering ‘don't stop'; a track clearly engineered for the dance floor. As the track builds, we are greeted with Egyptian styled keys, an unusual choice of sounds for most indeed, but a skill that we have become accustomed to in many of the duo’s productions. ‘Elixir' offers a different experience to its counterpart with a collage of rising melodic chords and an 808 break beat. The track is a beautiful arrangement of graceful choir sounding melodies over warm sub-bass chords, seemingly inspired by early 90's Detroit. The track takes full form introducing tribal drum patterns alongside splashes of keys and styled cosmic percussion. The track is a testament to the producer’s
creative prowess, showcasing their broad abilities to tackle all styles and genres of
dance music. This release undoubtedly highlights Catz N’ Dogz’ arsenal of talent in creating two very unique but equally as strong productions. Both possess the quality and pedigree of the duo's back catalogue and are set to command the globe’s top dance floors.
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A1 Catz ’n Dogz - Upsi Bubsi B1. Catz ’n Dogz - Elixir
Info:
Following on from the successful release of ‘Basic Colour Theory: Remixed’ in March, Catz n’ Dogz announce their latest EP ‘Upsi Bubsi'. The duo's first release of 2016 welcomes the New Year in true Catz n Dogz fashion with two tracks EP is a fruitful twist of cosmic melodies mixed under the duo's trademark heavy tech-house styled bass and percussion. The EPs’ opening and title track ‘Upsi Bubsi' is a certified floor filler from the get go. The track opens with a thunderous mix of 909 loops alongside a repeated throb of intense arpeggiated bass. The track is peppered with splurges of crashing cymbals,
rolling toms and the hypnotic looped vocal whispering ‘don't stop'; a track clearly engineered for the dance floor. As the track builds, we are greeted with Egyptian styled keys, an unusual choice of sounds for most indeed, but a skill that we have become accustomed to in many of the duo’s productions. ‘Elixir' offers a different experience to its counterpart with a collage of rising melodic chords and an 808 break beat. The track is a beautiful arrangement of graceful choir sounding melodies over warm sub-bass chords, seemingly inspired by early 90's Detroit. The track takes full form introducing tribal drum patterns alongside splashes of keys and styled cosmic percussion. The track is a testament to the producer’s
creative prowess, showcasing their broad abilities to tackle all styles and genres of
dance music. This release undoubtedly highlights Catz N’ Dogz’ arsenal of talent in creating two very unique but equally as strong productions. Both possess the quality and pedigree of the duo's back catalogue and are set to command the globe’s top dance floors.
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catz 'n dogz - Good Touch (Feat. Egle Sirvydyte) (Maurice Fulton Remix)
2
catz 'n dogz - Good Touch (Feat. Egle Sirvydyte) (Jamie Jones Remix)
3
catz 'n dogz - Get It Right (Feat. Tanika) (Skudge Remix)
4
catz 'n dogz - Open Door (Feat. Cloud Boat) (Yotam Avni 909 Vinyl Only Remix)
Tracklist Single:
A1 Catz ’n Dogz - Good Touch (Feat. Egle Sirvydyte) (Maurice Fulton Remix)
A2 Catz ’n Dogz - Good Touch (Feat. Egle Sirvydyte) (Jamie Jones Remix)
B1. Catz ’n Dogz - Get It Right (Feat. Tanika) (Skudge Remix)
B2 Catz ’n Dogz - Open Door (Feat. Cloud Boat) (Yotam Avni 909 Vinyl Only Remix)
Info:
Fresh from Catz ’N Dogz own recent remixes of Disclosure, Roisin Murphy and Rufus comes their own remix album of the critically acclaimed “Basic Colour Theory” album the Polish DJs, producers and Pets Recordings’ label owners have now invited a prolific array of artists to remix a selection of the LP’s signature tracks. This collection will be released digitally as well as on vinyl on 11th March 2016 The 2015 original LP combined traditional songwriting meets Catz ‘N Dogz trademark infectious basslines; a natural result of extensive sonic exploration and the osmotic process of years of DJing worldwide, all the while developing a deeper understanding of what they want to deliver through their music. From more simple edit work, to entire tonal shifts, the pair’s songwriting has been reassembled by an eclectic, star-studded cast of beatmakers that include Jamie Jones, Maurice Fulton, Skudge and Yotam Avni all skillfully apply curious fusions of their own unique musical roots. This is a remixer's remix compilation that succeeds in connecting the tracks musical dots into a singular musical vision. Rethought and reimagined, melodies and vocals are respectfully trimmed away In favour of new found rhythms., The remix clearly thought of as an extended method of quotation, citation and commentary with each new sound enforcing the consistency and dependability of Catz ‘N Dogz original production. Across the weighty 4 tracks of warm grooves and up-tempo cuts, each remix demands attention; blissfully capturing the original's fun-based lovingness and while often delivering unlikely juxtapositions carefully avoids any artistic tangle.
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A1 Catz ’n Dogz - Good Touch (Feat. Egle Sirvydyte) (Maurice Fulton Remix)
A2 Catz ’n Dogz - Good Touch (Feat. Egle Sirvydyte) (Jamie Jones Remix)
B1. Catz ’n Dogz - Get It Right (Feat. Tanika) (Skudge Remix)
B2 Catz ’n Dogz - Open Door (Feat. Cloud Boat) (Yotam Avni 909 Vinyl Only Remix)
Info:
Fresh from Catz ’N Dogz own recent remixes of Disclosure, Roisin Murphy and Rufus comes their own remix album of the critically acclaimed “Basic Colour Theory” album the Polish DJs, producers and Pets Recordings’ label owners have now invited a prolific array of artists to remix a selection of the LP’s signature tracks. This collection will be released digitally as well as on vinyl on 11th March 2016 The 2015 original LP combined traditional songwriting meets Catz ‘N Dogz trademark infectious basslines; a natural result of extensive sonic exploration and the osmotic process of years of DJing worldwide, all the while developing a deeper understanding of what they want to deliver through their music. From more simple edit work, to entire tonal shifts, the pair’s songwriting has been reassembled by an eclectic, star-studded cast of beatmakers that include Jamie Jones, Maurice Fulton, Skudge and Yotam Avni all skillfully apply curious fusions of their own unique musical roots. This is a remixer's remix compilation that succeeds in connecting the tracks musical dots into a singular musical vision. Rethought and reimagined, melodies and vocals are respectfully trimmed away In favour of new found rhythms., The remix clearly thought of as an extended method of quotation, citation and commentary with each new sound enforcing the consistency and dependability of Catz ‘N Dogz original production. Across the weighty 4 tracks of warm grooves and up-tempo cuts, each remix demands attention; blissfully capturing the original's fun-based lovingness and while often delivering unlikely juxtapositions carefully avoids any artistic tangle.
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adam port & jennifer touch - this time
2
adam port & jennifer touch - this time, sei a remix
3
adam port & jennifer touch - this time, adam port remix
Tracklist:
A1. This Time
A2. This Time (Sei A Remix)
B1. This Time (Adam Port Remix)
Info:
Pets Recordings hit their 59th release, handing the reigns to rising star Adam Port who presents a fresh update on '80s synthtronica, mixed with a smattering of gradual peak-time, bottom-heavy house structure. 'This Time' is the product of a new and fruitful relationship between Adam and vocalist Jennifer Touch, who grabbed Port's attention with her stand out vocals on the Nightstalker EP on Riotvan. The pair connected and began meeting for off the cuff, un-planned sessions at the Keinemusik studio in Stattbad, with Port bringing his knowledge of the dance-floor, Touch her 80's'esque new wave sound and influences. "It's a very good flow with her" says Adam. "We're speaking the same music language even when we have a different background".
Pets bosses Catz 'n Dogz immediately asked to sign the track after hearing Adam play it out. Full of dark, new wave pop sensibilities and edgy, dance-floor nuance, the original's slow and meandering electronic drum rhythm - permeated by crisp, mechanical snares, cymbal flashes and a guitar-picked loop with deep bassline and chanting background vocal melodies - make way for Jennifer's haunting vocal delivery while melancholy synths drape the track during it's choral bridge. Adam then progressively notches up in tempo as marching beats help to drive the track towards the dance-floor.
Sei A delivers a punchy, bassy remix - driven by a thick and pounding kick drum at it's core - while radiating, pulsing synth bass slowly melt into range, before a high tempo organ riff heralds a darker, techno leaning excursion into full force peak-time territory before brutalist saw wave bass lines bring the warehouse vibes on the drop. Finally, Port finishes off the release with his own alternate version, focusing on percussion and a deep, ethereal sub bassline and Jennifer's vocals, chopped, spliced and staggered, while the basslines and melodies create subtle shifts in this hypnotic, repetitive techno workout.
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A1. This Time
A2. This Time (Sei A Remix)
B1. This Time (Adam Port Remix)
Info:
Pets Recordings hit their 59th release, handing the reigns to rising star Adam Port who presents a fresh update on '80s synthtronica, mixed with a smattering of gradual peak-time, bottom-heavy house structure. 'This Time' is the product of a new and fruitful relationship between Adam and vocalist Jennifer Touch, who grabbed Port's attention with her stand out vocals on the Nightstalker EP on Riotvan. The pair connected and began meeting for off the cuff, un-planned sessions at the Keinemusik studio in Stattbad, with Port bringing his knowledge of the dance-floor, Touch her 80's'esque new wave sound and influences. "It's a very good flow with her" says Adam. "We're speaking the same music language even when we have a different background".
Pets bosses Catz 'n Dogz immediately asked to sign the track after hearing Adam play it out. Full of dark, new wave pop sensibilities and edgy, dance-floor nuance, the original's slow and meandering electronic drum rhythm - permeated by crisp, mechanical snares, cymbal flashes and a guitar-picked loop with deep bassline and chanting background vocal melodies - make way for Jennifer's haunting vocal delivery while melancholy synths drape the track during it's choral bridge. Adam then progressively notches up in tempo as marching beats help to drive the track towards the dance-floor.
Sei A delivers a punchy, bassy remix - driven by a thick and pounding kick drum at it's core - while radiating, pulsing synth bass slowly melt into range, before a high tempo organ riff heralds a darker, techno leaning excursion into full force peak-time territory before brutalist saw wave bass lines bring the warehouse vibes on the drop. Finally, Port finishes off the release with his own alternate version, focusing on percussion and a deep, ethereal sub bassline and Jennifer's vocals, chopped, spliced and staggered, while the basslines and melodies create subtle shifts in this hypnotic, repetitive techno workout.
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Tracklist: (Vinyl and CD)
A1. Catz 'N Dogz - Good Touch (Feat. ?Egl? Sirvydyt?) A2. Catz 'N Dogz - Stay A3. Catz 'N Dogz - Nobody Cares A4. Catz 'N Dogz - Killing With Kindness (Feat. Phat Kat)
B1.Catz 'N Dogz vs Peter Bjorn & John - From Your Heart B2.Catz 'N Dogz - Coming Back (Feat. Javeon) B3. Catz 'N Dogz - What's In Me
C1.Catz 'N Dogz - The Solution C2.Catz 'N Dogz - Keep On (Feat. Green Velvet) C3. Catz 'N Dogz - Get It Right (Feat. Tanika) C4. Catz 'N Dogz - The Joy
D1. Catz 'N Dogz - Don't D2. Catz 'N Dogz - Open Door (Feat. Cloud Boat) D3. Catz 'N Dogz - Saving You (Feat. Jono McCleery) D4. Catz 'N Dogz - Czas Poczeka (Chyba)
Info:
The Polish DJs, producers and Pets Recordings' label owners known for their electrifying performances and catchy cuts announce their third LP, 'Basic Colour Theory', a fruitful collection of evocative melodies and gorgeous vocals. This album marks a pivotal moment in their career as house outfit Catz 'N Dogz.
Taking firm lead of the Eastern European electronic music revolution, the pair, who have previously graced the cover of both Mixmag and DJ Mag Spain, have for some time been poised for significant success as their international recognition on the underground has never lacked momentum. 'Basic Colour Theory' will add to the list of remarkable accolades the dynamic duo already have under their belt; joining their acclaimed Essential Mix in 2013, and weighty remixes for a who's who in music electronic or otherwise, including Basement Jaxx, Kings Of Leon, Thomas Schumacher, Friendly Fires, and Kim Ann Foxman, not to mention their two previous LPs. Colour; such a pervasive part of everything we visually encounter, and its many theories a logical structure that for many artists, designers and music producers becomes an intuitive choice - a melting pot of ideas and influences in varying quantities. Evoking particular moods and emotions through choice of palette in design and sound architecture. In this full length offering, traditional songwriting meets Catz 'N Dogz signature infectious basslines; a natural result of extensive sonic exploration and the osmotic process of years of DJing worldwide, all the while developing a deeper understanding of what they want to say through their music. Their knack for reading a crowd just right has seen them lording stages of some of the most coveted festivals across the globe, including SW4, Park Life, Bestival, Snowbombing, Electric Daisy Carnival and BPM, and has also resulted in them being booked for the iconic Movement Festival 2015 (Detroit) and Exit Festival 2016 (Serbia). The same talent that has helped them achieve such stratospheric success is translated here in a collection of inviting tracks, as they showcase their on-point producing talents. "It's our third album and we did a lot of research, preparation, reading, watching documentaries about the music scene, people and looking for inspirations everywhere. We were talking a lot about people who inspire us, art, creative process, philosophy and meaning of work and music in our life."From the off, opening cut 'Good Touch' exemplifies this is a true game changer for this unstoppable duo, and is the start of a fifteen-track voyage through experimental sounds as they explore a different approach to electronic music. Although a rewarding listening experience from start to finish, this is an album where each track stands alone for its own musical purpose, dancing through the listener's mind long after listening. Tracks such as 'Czas Poczeka' express the heart and soul that both producers have put into this body of work, all the while keeping it up-tempo with rhythmic cuts like 'Nobody Cares', and expressing their affinity with varying styles. 'Killing With Kindness' is a soul-drenched groover, with its warm chords and atmospherics straddling a subtly clipped garage-like shuffle. Tracks such as ''From Your Heart' and 'Coming Back' are filled with emotion, from the beguiling vocals to the moving chord progressions.
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A1. Catz 'N Dogz - Good Touch (Feat. ?Egl? Sirvydyt?) A2. Catz 'N Dogz - Stay A3. Catz 'N Dogz - Nobody Cares A4. Catz 'N Dogz - Killing With Kindness (Feat. Phat Kat)
B1.Catz 'N Dogz vs Peter Bjorn & John - From Your Heart B2.Catz 'N Dogz - Coming Back (Feat. Javeon) B3. Catz 'N Dogz - What's In Me
C1.Catz 'N Dogz - The Solution C2.Catz 'N Dogz - Keep On (Feat. Green Velvet) C3. Catz 'N Dogz - Get It Right (Feat. Tanika) C4. Catz 'N Dogz - The Joy
D1. Catz 'N Dogz - Don't D2. Catz 'N Dogz - Open Door (Feat. Cloud Boat) D3. Catz 'N Dogz - Saving You (Feat. Jono McCleery) D4. Catz 'N Dogz - Czas Poczeka (Chyba)
Info:
The Polish DJs, producers and Pets Recordings' label owners known for their electrifying performances and catchy cuts announce their third LP, 'Basic Colour Theory', a fruitful collection of evocative melodies and gorgeous vocals. This album marks a pivotal moment in their career as house outfit Catz 'N Dogz.
Taking firm lead of the Eastern European electronic music revolution, the pair, who have previously graced the cover of both Mixmag and DJ Mag Spain, have for some time been poised for significant success as their international recognition on the underground has never lacked momentum. 'Basic Colour Theory' will add to the list of remarkable accolades the dynamic duo already have under their belt; joining their acclaimed Essential Mix in 2013, and weighty remixes for a who's who in music electronic or otherwise, including Basement Jaxx, Kings Of Leon, Thomas Schumacher, Friendly Fires, and Kim Ann Foxman, not to mention their two previous LPs. Colour; such a pervasive part of everything we visually encounter, and its many theories a logical structure that for many artists, designers and music producers becomes an intuitive choice - a melting pot of ideas and influences in varying quantities. Evoking particular moods and emotions through choice of palette in design and sound architecture. In this full length offering, traditional songwriting meets Catz 'N Dogz signature infectious basslines; a natural result of extensive sonic exploration and the osmotic process of years of DJing worldwide, all the while developing a deeper understanding of what they want to say through their music. Their knack for reading a crowd just right has seen them lording stages of some of the most coveted festivals across the globe, including SW4, Park Life, Bestival, Snowbombing, Electric Daisy Carnival and BPM, and has also resulted in them being booked for the iconic Movement Festival 2015 (Detroit) and Exit Festival 2016 (Serbia). The same talent that has helped them achieve such stratospheric success is translated here in a collection of inviting tracks, as they showcase their on-point producing talents. "It's our third album and we did a lot of research, preparation, reading, watching documentaries about the music scene, people and looking for inspirations everywhere. We were talking a lot about people who inspire us, art, creative process, philosophy and meaning of work and music in our life."From the off, opening cut 'Good Touch' exemplifies this is a true game changer for this unstoppable duo, and is the start of a fifteen-track voyage through experimental sounds as they explore a different approach to electronic music. Although a rewarding listening experience from start to finish, this is an album where each track stands alone for its own musical purpose, dancing through the listener's mind long after listening. Tracks such as 'Czas Poczeka' express the heart and soul that both producers have put into this body of work, all the while keeping it up-tempo with rhythmic cuts like 'Nobody Cares', and expressing their affinity with varying styles. 'Killing With Kindness' is a soul-drenched groover, with its warm chords and atmospherics straddling a subtly clipped garage-like shuffle. Tracks such as ''From Your Heart' and 'Coming Back' are filled with emotion, from the beguiling vocals to the moving chord progressions.
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Tracklist:
A1. Catz 'N Dogz - Good Touch (Feat. ?Egl? Sirvydyt?) A2. Catz 'N Dogz - Stay A3. Catz 'N Dogz - Nobody Cares A4. Catz 'N Dogz - Killing With Kindness (Feat. Phat Kat)
B1.Catz 'N Dogz vs Peter Bjorn & John - From Your Heart B2.Catz 'N Dogz - Coming Back (Feat. Javeon) B3. Catz 'N Dogz - What's In Me
C1.Catz 'N Dogz - The Solution C2.Catz 'N Dogz - Keep On (Feat. Green Velvet) C3. Catz 'N Dogz - Get It Right (Feat. Tanika) C4. Catz 'N Dogz - The Joy
D1. Catz 'N Dogz - Don't D2. Catz 'N Dogz - Open Door (Feat. Cloud Boat) D3. Catz 'N Dogz - Saving You (Feat. Jono McCleery) D4. Catz 'N Dogz - Czas Poczeka (Chyba)
Info:
The Polish DJs, producers and Pets Recordings' label owners known for their electrifying performances and catchy cuts announce their third LP, 'Basic Colour Theory', a fruitful collection of evocative melodies and gorgeous vocals. This album marks a pivotal moment in their career as house outfit Catz 'N Dogz.
Taking firm lead of the Eastern European electronic music revolution, the pair, who have previously graced the cover of both Mixmag and DJ Mag Spain, have for some time been poised for significant success as their international recognition on the underground has never lacked momentum. 'Basic Colour Theory' will add to the list of remarkable accolades the dynamic duo already have under their belt; joining their acclaimed Essential Mix in 2013, and weighty remixes for a who's who in music electronic or otherwise, including Basement Jaxx, Kings Of Leon, Thomas Schumacher, Friendly Fires, and Kim Ann Foxman, not to mention their two previous LPs. Colour; such a pervasive part of everything we visually encounter, and its many theories a logical structure that for many artists, designers and music producers becomes an intuitive choice - a melting pot of ideas and influences in varying quantities. Evoking particular moods and emotions through choice of palette in design and sound architecture. In this full length offering, traditional songwriting meets Catz 'N Dogz signature infectious basslines; a natural result of extensive sonic exploration and the osmotic process of years of DJing worldwide, all the while developing a deeper understanding of what they want to say through their music. Their knack for reading a crowd just right has seen them lording stages of some of the most coveted festivals across the globe, including SW4, Park Life, Bestival, Snowbombing, Electric Daisy Carnival and BPM, and has also resulted in them being booked for the iconic Movement Festival 2015 (Detroit) and Exit Festival 2016 (Serbia). The same talent that has helped them achieve such stratospheric success is translated here in a collection of inviting tracks, as they showcase their on-point producing talents. "It's our third album and we did a lot of research, preparation, reading, watching documentaries about the music scene, people and looking for inspirations everywhere. We were talking a lot about people who inspire us, art, creative process, philosophy and meaning of work and music in our life." From the off, opening cut 'Good Touch' exemplifies this is a true game changer for this unstoppable duo, and is the start of a fifteen-track voyage through experimental sounds as they explore a different approach to electronic music. Although a rewarding listening experience from start to finish, this is an album where each track stands alone for its own musical purpose, dancing through the listener's mind long after listening. Tracks such as 'Czas Poczeka' express the heart and soul that both producers have put into this body of work, all the while keeping it up-tempo with rhythmic cuts like 'Nobody Cares', and expressing their affinity with varying styles. 'Killing With Kindness' is a soul-drenched groover, with its warm chords and atmospherics straddling a subtly clipped garage-like shuffle. Tracks such as ''From Your Heart' and 'Coming Back' are filled with emotion, from the beguiling vocals to the moving chord progressions.
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A1. Catz 'N Dogz - Good Touch (Feat. ?Egl? Sirvydyt?) A2. Catz 'N Dogz - Stay A3. Catz 'N Dogz - Nobody Cares A4. Catz 'N Dogz - Killing With Kindness (Feat. Phat Kat)
B1.Catz 'N Dogz vs Peter Bjorn & John - From Your Heart B2.Catz 'N Dogz - Coming Back (Feat. Javeon) B3. Catz 'N Dogz - What's In Me
C1.Catz 'N Dogz - The Solution C2.Catz 'N Dogz - Keep On (Feat. Green Velvet) C3. Catz 'N Dogz - Get It Right (Feat. Tanika) C4. Catz 'N Dogz - The Joy
D1. Catz 'N Dogz - Don't D2. Catz 'N Dogz - Open Door (Feat. Cloud Boat) D3. Catz 'N Dogz - Saving You (Feat. Jono McCleery) D4. Catz 'N Dogz - Czas Poczeka (Chyba)
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The Polish DJs, producers and Pets Recordings' label owners known for their electrifying performances and catchy cuts announce their third LP, 'Basic Colour Theory', a fruitful collection of evocative melodies and gorgeous vocals. This album marks a pivotal moment in their career as house outfit Catz 'N Dogz.
Taking firm lead of the Eastern European electronic music revolution, the pair, who have previously graced the cover of both Mixmag and DJ Mag Spain, have for some time been poised for significant success as their international recognition on the underground has never lacked momentum. 'Basic Colour Theory' will add to the list of remarkable accolades the dynamic duo already have under their belt; joining their acclaimed Essential Mix in 2013, and weighty remixes for a who's who in music electronic or otherwise, including Basement Jaxx, Kings Of Leon, Thomas Schumacher, Friendly Fires, and Kim Ann Foxman, not to mention their two previous LPs. Colour; such a pervasive part of everything we visually encounter, and its many theories a logical structure that for many artists, designers and music producers becomes an intuitive choice - a melting pot of ideas and influences in varying quantities. Evoking particular moods and emotions through choice of palette in design and sound architecture. In this full length offering, traditional songwriting meets Catz 'N Dogz signature infectious basslines; a natural result of extensive sonic exploration and the osmotic process of years of DJing worldwide, all the while developing a deeper understanding of what they want to say through their music. Their knack for reading a crowd just right has seen them lording stages of some of the most coveted festivals across the globe, including SW4, Park Life, Bestival, Snowbombing, Electric Daisy Carnival and BPM, and has also resulted in them being booked for the iconic Movement Festival 2015 (Detroit) and Exit Festival 2016 (Serbia). The same talent that has helped them achieve such stratospheric success is translated here in a collection of inviting tracks, as they showcase their on-point producing talents. "It's our third album and we did a lot of research, preparation, reading, watching documentaries about the music scene, people and looking for inspirations everywhere. We were talking a lot about people who inspire us, art, creative process, philosophy and meaning of work and music in our life." From the off, opening cut 'Good Touch' exemplifies this is a true game changer for this unstoppable duo, and is the start of a fifteen-track voyage through experimental sounds as they explore a different approach to electronic music. Although a rewarding listening experience from start to finish, this is an album where each track stands alone for its own musical purpose, dancing through the listener's mind long after listening. Tracks such as 'Czas Poczeka' express the heart and soul that both producers have put into this body of work, all the while keeping it up-tempo with rhythmic cuts like 'Nobody Cares', and expressing their affinity with varying styles. 'Killing With Kindness' is a soul-drenched groover, with its warm chords and atmospherics straddling a subtly clipped garage-like shuffle. Tracks such as ''From Your Heart' and 'Coming Back' are filled with emotion, from the beguiling vocals to the moving chord progressions.
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beesmunt soundsystem - searchin'
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beesmunt soundsystem - raindance
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beesmunt soundsystem - ominous
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beesmunt soundsystem - searchin' borrowed identitiy remix
Tracklist:
A1. Searchin' A2. Raindance B1. Ominous B2. Searchin' (Borrowed Identity Remix)
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Messrs David van der Leeuw and Luigi Vittorio Jansen have been making waves with their Beesmunt Soundsystem project, a lauded club night and DJ outfit that's grown into a behemoth, breaking out of the Amsterdam dance music scene in which they made their name. Now the duo are returning to Pets Recordings with their new Raindance EP. Beesmunt are used to controlling crowds and opening up the heavens with their eclectic, upfront and often frenetic style of house music. After releases on Soweso, Just Jack and of course last years huge Pets debut 'Bodyshape', Catz N'Dogz have invited this emerging tour de force back, to bring their upfront, pristine production skills for another slice of block rocking music. Opening cut 'Searchin' kicks things off. The deep and bubbling number is characterised by the duo's deep and bass heavy kick drums, with sweeping atmospherics, eerie vocal stabs and dusty, slo-mo drum claps. A mid tempo late night workout that touches all the right parts in equal measure as it blends house deepness with minimal pace. Title track 'Raindance' starts with thick and fattened kick drums, while ticking clicks, 808 modulation percussion and one hit bass getting gnarlier and more stripped back on every 4th beat, evoking the sweaty vibes that characterised their raucous parties back at home. Keeping true to its namesake on the flip, 'Ominous' takes a different approach, coming with a stripped back, sound design approach, building up ominously into unpredictable beats before their trademark kick drum - rough around the edges and dripping in analogue clarity - pitches the track up a notch and un-relents until the very end. Finally, Borrowed Identity enters with remix of Searchin', focusing on the atmospheric sweeps and vocal chops before dropping for a more 4x4 influenced workout, touched by hollow baselines and EQ's chords.
Beesmunt Soundsystem are on fire with their unapologetic, raw style and sound. Two producers well ahead of their years.
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A1. Searchin' A2. Raindance B1. Ominous B2. Searchin' (Borrowed Identity Remix)
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Messrs David van der Leeuw and Luigi Vittorio Jansen have been making waves with their Beesmunt Soundsystem project, a lauded club night and DJ outfit that's grown into a behemoth, breaking out of the Amsterdam dance music scene in which they made their name. Now the duo are returning to Pets Recordings with their new Raindance EP. Beesmunt are used to controlling crowds and opening up the heavens with their eclectic, upfront and often frenetic style of house music. After releases on Soweso, Just Jack and of course last years huge Pets debut 'Bodyshape', Catz N'Dogz have invited this emerging tour de force back, to bring their upfront, pristine production skills for another slice of block rocking music. Opening cut 'Searchin' kicks things off. The deep and bubbling number is characterised by the duo's deep and bass heavy kick drums, with sweeping atmospherics, eerie vocal stabs and dusty, slo-mo drum claps. A mid tempo late night workout that touches all the right parts in equal measure as it blends house deepness with minimal pace. Title track 'Raindance' starts with thick and fattened kick drums, while ticking clicks, 808 modulation percussion and one hit bass getting gnarlier and more stripped back on every 4th beat, evoking the sweaty vibes that characterised their raucous parties back at home. Keeping true to its namesake on the flip, 'Ominous' takes a different approach, coming with a stripped back, sound design approach, building up ominously into unpredictable beats before their trademark kick drum - rough around the edges and dripping in analogue clarity - pitches the track up a notch and un-relents until the very end. Finally, Borrowed Identity enters with remix of Searchin', focusing on the atmospheric sweeps and vocal chops before dropping for a more 4x4 influenced workout, touched by hollow baselines and EQ's chords.
Beesmunt Soundsystem are on fire with their unapologetic, raw style and sound. Two producers well ahead of their years.
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UPC: 827170561663 Release : 29.09.2014
Tracklist 12":
A1 The Same For Me A2 Merkin B1 Hermano B2 Epsilon Girls
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Listen to this if you like Max Graef, Boo Williams or anything on Chiwax, Atjazz, Detroit Swindle or Fantastic Man.
We're really happy to get Andy on Heist after his successful collab with his buddy Max Graef on the Jungle EP back in 2013. He delivers a great 4-track EP that ranges from the synth-arp love affair of 'The same for me', to the heavily sampled disco jam 'Epsilon girls.' Check out 'Hermano' and 'Merkin' for a dreamy old school Chicago vibe, both done with a great sense of history and an added touch Andy's modern production and sampling skills.
Sincerely yours,
Lars & Maarten
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Tracklist 12":
A1 The Same For Me A2 Merkin B1 Hermano B2 Epsilon Girls
Release Info:
Listen to this if you like Max Graef, Boo Williams or anything on Chiwax, Atjazz, Detroit Swindle or Fantastic Man.
We're really happy to get Andy on Heist after his successful collab with his buddy Max Graef on the Jungle EP back in 2013. He delivers a great 4-track EP that ranges from the synth-arp love affair of 'The same for me', to the heavily sampled disco jam 'Epsilon girls.' Check out 'Hermano' and 'Merkin' for a dreamy old school Chicago vibe, both done with a great sense of history and an added touch Andy's modern production and sampling skills.
Sincerely yours,
Lars & Maarten
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Tracklist 12":
A1) Flesh World 6:38
A2) In Motion 7:17
B) Flesh World (Kapote's Drum Jam Version) 10:24
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COEO are Toy Tonics' lead artists and they don't joke! Technically perfect on a level that most producers start to get jealous. Musically filled up with so much knowledge about the history of Disco and House that it's no wonder that big names like Kenny Dope, Borrowed Identity and Tensnake are huge fans. And their style...? It's a pure hedonistic discoish attitude that combines the funk driven eclecticism of today, the curiosity of young music cats who always want to be ahead and a sense of QUALITY in music that we miss in so many of today's house music productions. In fact it's 2017 and a lot is changing in the House scene. The "old" melancholic deep house now is quite dead - while most Deep House charts are filled up with sample based Funk House.
COEO are regularly on the top of the several Deep House charts, and there is a reason: Their tracks have that kind of new, nasty, sexualised vibe that gets more inspired from the late 1990ies French touch house or early Masters at Work production. From Jazz DJ's and DJ Sets of wildstyle DJ's like Harvey or the Idjut Boys. It's not any more about the old schematic Ketamine Deep House that always sounds the same (and makes your feet fall asleep.)
Listen to Flesh World! It's black music basically. It's Booty sound. Disco for sure. This track gets you riding on a trip.
Play it one time and you'll play it every time. And: Check the percussion jam remix by Toy Tonics head Kapote.
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A1) Flesh World 6:38
A2) In Motion 7:17
B) Flesh World (Kapote's Drum Jam Version) 10:24
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COEO are Toy Tonics' lead artists and they don't joke! Technically perfect on a level that most producers start to get jealous. Musically filled up with so much knowledge about the history of Disco and House that it's no wonder that big names like Kenny Dope, Borrowed Identity and Tensnake are huge fans. And their style...? It's a pure hedonistic discoish attitude that combines the funk driven eclecticism of today, the curiosity of young music cats who always want to be ahead and a sense of QUALITY in music that we miss in so many of today's house music productions. In fact it's 2017 and a lot is changing in the House scene. The "old" melancholic deep house now is quite dead - while most Deep House charts are filled up with sample based Funk House.
COEO are regularly on the top of the several Deep House charts, and there is a reason: Their tracks have that kind of new, nasty, sexualised vibe that gets more inspired from the late 1990ies French touch house or early Masters at Work production. From Jazz DJ's and DJ Sets of wildstyle DJ's like Harvey or the Idjut Boys. It's not any more about the old schematic Ketamine Deep House that always sounds the same (and makes your feet fall asleep.)
Listen to Flesh World! It's black music basically. It's Booty sound. Disco for sure. This track gets you riding on a trip.
Play it one time and you'll play it every time. And: Check the percussion jam remix by Toy Tonics head Kapote.
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12" with beautifully printed sleeve, 180g Vinyl
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A Side - Energy Flow (DJ Koze's Miles&More Remix)
AA Side - Energy Flow (DJ Koze's Splasher Remix)
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DJ Koze delivers 2 killer remixes for Mano Le Tough's track "Energy Flow", taken from his recently released longplayer "Trails".
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A Side - Energy Flow (DJ Koze's Miles&More Remix)
AA Side - Energy Flow (DJ Koze's Splasher Remix)
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DJ Koze delivers 2 killer remixes for Mano Le Tough's track "Energy Flow", taken from his recently released longplayer "Trails".
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Tracklist:
A1) Choir Song (06:24 min)
A2) Eden’s Acid (04:55 min)
B1) Super Stroke (06:21 min)
B2) Dance When The (05:47 min)
Short info:
Eden Burns who has proclaimed his “Big Beat Manifesto” through the wires and waves of the world wide web and on the green & grey floors of his home island New Zealand is finally setting out to visit you in your hometown. The prophet of the Big Beat is confirmed to set foot into Australia, EU and beyond from April onwards. With him he brings more sonic ideas for a better world, enhancing quality of life through bigger beats.
Beat moves feet. Feet do dance. Dance brings joy. Joy is life. Life is special.
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A1) Choir Song (06:24 min)
A2) Eden’s Acid (04:55 min)
B1) Super Stroke (06:21 min)
B2) Dance When The (05:47 min)
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Eden Burns who has proclaimed his “Big Beat Manifesto” through the wires and waves of the world wide web and on the green & grey floors of his home island New Zealand is finally setting out to visit you in your hometown. The prophet of the Big Beat is confirmed to set foot into Australia, EU and beyond from April onwards. With him he brings more sonic ideas for a better world, enhancing quality of life through bigger beats.
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Coming as the third edition, ‘EP3’ stays true to the series, committing Defected’s biggest digital releases to wax, and delivering upfront packages of house heat previously unavailable on vinyl. The A-Side is comprised of classic tracks that have been given fresh life for with new remixes, kicking off with Mousse T.’s re-work of Dennis Ferrer’s ‘Hey Hey’, followed by Dario D’Attis’ remix of Kings Of Tomorrow’s ‘Finally’. The B-Side opens with one of the label’s current biggest releases, Purple Disco Machine’s remix of the unmistakable ‘Praise You’ by Fatboy Slim, an effortlessly sophisticated re-work and guaranteed dancefloor knockout. Closing the release is Mattei & Omich’s ‘I’ll House U’, maintaining the theme this series has established, celebrating Defected’s classic house roots in time for label’s 20th anniversary year.
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Klasse Wrecks co-boss and Hong Kong citizen Mr. Ho links up with South Korean and Seoul based producer Mogwaa over international waters for the 'Eui-Li' EP. Baile Funk drums mix with moody deepness on 'Bail-E!' whilst vivid and dreamy 909 electro is captured on 'Hustler's Billiard', demented acid breaks on 'Conquest' and angry and distorted funk lets loose 'DistFreestyle'. The four tracker makes for a varied and sonically diverse EP that conjures and distills the two producers various influences perfectly.
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Genre: House, Microhouse
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A1 I Kid You Not
A2 Up The River
B1 The Nothingness
Short Info:
Twisted House patterns for Sundays or Mondays when your mind has become calm, you have arrived in the Now and your phone remains in your pocket.
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First Mountain People Vinyl since the Fall of 2023
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A1 I Kid You Not
A2 Up The River
B1 The Nothingness
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Twisted House patterns for Sundays or Mondays when your mind has become calm, you have arrived in the Now and your phone remains in your pocket.
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Tracklist 12":
A1. Gun Fingers (Original Mix) , A2. Calling All Dancers
B1. Gurn Fingers Massive Mix by DJ Sotofett
B2. DJ Sotofett's Gurn Redouble Riddim
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Klasse Recordings and Grafiti Tapes impresario, Luca Lozano, rolls up to Hypercolour with a 12" par excellence of genre blending, future dance grooves. Leaning on his Sheffield upbringing, it's of no surprise that the break beats, edits and bleeps of his native city seeps into his own forward thinking productions. Having racked up some super releases for Sex Tags UFO, Optimo Trax, Crème Organization, alongside his own imprints, Lozano really impresses on his Hypercolour debut.
'Gun Fingers' is a strictly heads down affair, luscious synths, tantalising breaks and heavyweight b-line sandwich in-between pounding kicks for a classy cut, whilst 'Calling All Dancers' is indeed a call to rave, laced with the familiar components of a golden era of UK dance, that never slips into pastiche, instead sounding fresh, vital and relevant to the times.
Kindred spirit, DJ Sotofett, weighs in with two versions of 'Gun Fingers' exclusively for the vinyl edition of this release. Those who know Sotofett's killer style will know the score here, and he certainly does not disappoint. And those who spent time chasing around motorways and A roads in search of the party will most definitely know what's up on this set of remixes!
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A1. Gun Fingers (Original Mix) , A2. Calling All Dancers
B1. Gurn Fingers Massive Mix by DJ Sotofett
B2. DJ Sotofett's Gurn Redouble Riddim
Short info:
Klasse Recordings and Grafiti Tapes impresario, Luca Lozano, rolls up to Hypercolour with a 12" par excellence of genre blending, future dance grooves. Leaning on his Sheffield upbringing, it's of no surprise that the break beats, edits and bleeps of his native city seeps into his own forward thinking productions. Having racked up some super releases for Sex Tags UFO, Optimo Trax, Crème Organization, alongside his own imprints, Lozano really impresses on his Hypercolour debut.
'Gun Fingers' is a strictly heads down affair, luscious synths, tantalising breaks and heavyweight b-line sandwich in-between pounding kicks for a classy cut, whilst 'Calling All Dancers' is indeed a call to rave, laced with the familiar components of a golden era of UK dance, that never slips into pastiche, instead sounding fresh, vital and relevant to the times.
Kindred spirit, DJ Sotofett, weighs in with two versions of 'Gun Fingers' exclusively for the vinyl edition of this release. Those who know Sotofett's killer style will know the score here, and he certainly does not disappoint. And those who spent time chasing around motorways and A roads in search of the party will most definitely know what's up on this set of remixes!
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DJ City & Manuel Darquart - I Need (Italo Version)
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DJ City & Manuel Darquart - I Need (Club Version)
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A1) I Need (Italo Version)
B1) I Need (Club Version)
B2) I Need (Beatless Version)
Short info:
DJ City brings along Manuel Darquart to deliver a standout 12“ titled „I Need“.
Italo, Club & Beatless Version.
Has been a standout in every P.P. Deejay set since the minute it reached our inboxes. Rumor has it that it already blew off the roof of P-Bar more than once. Bad Dads love it and it might evoke some hot, sweaty memories with one or the other. Sing along alert.
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A1) I Need (Italo Version)
B1) I Need (Club Version)
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A Side – Pure, hypnotic and sharp acid techno, signed by Shkedul & Enrico Vivaldi. Tight rhythms and acid lines that will set the dancefloor ablaze.
B Side – A journey into the most futuristic and enveloping electro, with the productions of Juaan & Alex Neri. Pulsating grooves and spatial sounds for those who love deep and sophisticated vibrations.
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A Side – Pure, hypnotic and sharp acid techno, signed by Shkedul & Enrico Vivaldi. Tight rhythms and acid lines that will set the dancefloor ablaze.
B Side – A journey into the most futuristic and enveloping electro, with the productions of Juaan & Alex Neri. Pulsating grooves and spatial sounds for those who love deep and sophisticated vibrations.
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Radio Slave - Strobe Queen
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Radio Slave - Strobe Queen (Eric Kupper Remix)
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Radio Slave - Strobe Queen (Kirk Degiorgio Remix)
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Radio Slave drops ‘Strobe Queen’ this June, complete with Eric Kupper and Kirk Degiorgio Remixes. following a string of massive singles over the course of 2022 and 2023, in tandem with the continued success of his acclaimed Rekids and RSPX imprints, Radio Slave prepares his latest single ‘Strobe Queen’, a 12-minute, slow-burning house epic landing this March. Eric Kupper and Kirk Degiorgio remix Radio Slave’s ‘Strobe Queen’ this June. Heard in clubs courtesy of Honey Dijon, Laurent Garnier, and Sean Johnston, amongst others, and on the airwaves via the likes of BBC Radio 1, Radio Slave now recruits two legendary remixers for thw remixes of ‘Strobe Queen’. Requiring little introduction, Eric Kupper and Kirk Degiorgio both turn in exceptional versions of the original, while Radio Slave contributes a stunning reprise of his own, continuing to explore his love of slower tempos and long arrangements of golden era NYC, as seen in subsequent singles ‘Wild Life’ and ‘Wake Up’. Radio Slave aka Matt Edwards is one of dance music’s undisputed heavyweights. Having made his name as a DJ in the 90s, he went on to become the king of edits, twisting pop, R&B and indie cuts into essential versions that consistently set clubs alight. Since the mid-2000s, Edwards’ originals have helped define modern dance music, tackling techno, house, breakbeat, minimal and disco whilst exploring dub, balearic sounds and ambient across the myriad of other aliases and projects.
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