zaterdag 30 november 2013

Arjuna Schiks - Live @ Loveland Festival, Sloterpark Amsterdam 11.08.2013

Saturday's Set #006





Some good liveset by Arjuna Schiks to remember the summervibes!

Tracklist:
00:00 ID
06:18 ID
09:51 ID
16:42 ID
24:17 Arjuna Schiks – Waterkristallen
30:10 ID
32:55 Arjuna Schiks – Decisions
39:47 Arjuna Schiks – Regenboog
46:25 Arjuna Schiks – First Thought
53:16 Arjuna Schiks – Mahesvari

vrijdag 29 november 2013

Oxia - Domino

Friday's Classic # 005

Picture of Speicher 34



Oxia should be no stranger to minimal techno spotters. Behind his fancy pseudonym we find one Olivier Raymond from Grenoble, France. Deejaying from the tender age of 15, Oxia has been consistently churning out productions under several guises - with Stephane Deschezeaux or the Hacker with whom he runs the Goodlife label. Oxia joined in 2006, the ever ready speicher series, after touching kompakt hearts and minds with this readymade monster “Domino”. This track will split your mind!

donderdag 28 november 2013

Electric Rescue - Non Exchangeable

Techno Thursday #005

-ELECTRIC RESCUE - NON EXCHANGEABLE - Extract



The second single “Silky” from this summer’s critically acclaimed Electric Rescue album - also features an exciting, brand-new, not on the album, harder-edged techno production - “Non-Exchangeable” - that has also been remixed into a magnificent creative opus by Italian “enfant prodige” Dusty Kid (aka Paolo Alberto Lodde).
Electric Rescue (aka Antoine Husson) is one France’s leading electronic music producer/DJ talents. His Bedrock album - “Sonic Architecture” - is a 12 track collection that showcases his ability moving deftly between the kind of taut, melodic techno; heads-down, harder-edged dancefloor rhythms; and experimental electronica he’s brought to prominence on Gallic soil. A confident, flowing artist album, it’s the type of release that can only stem from years of experience and near constant immersion within electronic music culture. First discovered by Laurent Garnier, the roll-call of labels Electric Rescue has released music on reads like a who’s who of leading and legendary imprints, from Bedrock to Soma, F Communications to Harthouse, Sci + Tec, Cocoon, Traum, Boyznoize Records and beyond. 
As a DJ, his residency at the legendary Rex Club in Paris cemented his reputation on home turf, later gaining notoriety by organizing Paris’ infamous “Play” parties. Further afield, he’s played every major club worth referencing, including Berghain, Panorama Bar, Club Tresor, Air Club, Moog (Barcelona), The Edge, Picnik, Herr Zimmerman, Decadence, East Village Club and many more.

woensdag 27 november 2013

Deetron - Music Over Matter

Album of the Week #005

Music Over Matter - Album Sampler



Asked to describe his music to a new listener one might falter. While it's true that there is a very specific sound at the core of his music, it is the fluid nature of Deetron's work that defines him as an artist. Yet there is one word that can be used to sum up this dynamic musical mind and the polymorphic sounds that he has mastered - Maverick. Departing from the accepted course, a free-spirited, non-conformist both musically and in his chosen path within the industry; this distinguishing characteristic is also the life-blood of Deetron's studio work. His broad musical palette the bedrock from which a myriad of pleasureful sounds have entertained and held firm fans across the globe. His second album, which will be released on Music Man Records, finds Deetron in a unique, transitional phase. The vocal element of his music coming to the fore, with Music Over Matter he proves that there is no substitute for substance and skill, putting music firmly back in the frame is the message, and how poignant to today's tumultuous industry! A prismatic mosaic of vocal textures and expertly crafted grooves, Music Over Matter takes flight through the bounds of Deetron's musical persona, working vocals in unexpected ways through the deepest, most colorful and penetrating moments. A new facet to the multi-dimensional Deetron sound. From cranked up four to the floor and voluminous deep house grooves, to dream-sequence synths, elegant drum-programming and powerful melodic signatures, there is not a single moment of this album that won't thrill those craving a hefty interjection. Yet as motley and satisfyingly eclectic as they come, each track of the album is connected through a deep vein of soulful musicality. Joining Deetron for the trip are old friends such as Ripperton and Cooly G, who lay the foundations for the album with their opening track 'Thinking' - glitchy scratchy Techno, which blends in perfectly to Deetron's collaboration with the inimitable, cosmic surfer Seth Troxler with whom he throws down a golden gauntlet of pitch-bent synths and heightening fervor with their hypnotic 'Love Song'. Deetron's hit single with Hercules & Love Affair also features... Flipping genres so elegantly, Deetron teams up with Belgian vocalist Delvis for an old-school Motor City influenced vocal number, which is followed by the beautifully smooth vocal talents of Ben Westbeech who produce a perfect melody-drenched house track, which will also be Deetron's forthcoming single. Deetron's collaboration with Fritz Kalkbrenner adds a seriously unique twist to the album, with rich vocals resonating over Deetron's orchestral soundtrack. Teaming up with Justin Chapman again for 'Strange Things' with Simbad along for the ride results in a gorgeous slab of deep electronica... George Maple provides the perfect vocals for 'Rescue' with her (yes, it's a woman!) ethereal vocals washing over you in pure delight. Music Over Matter also features pure instrumental tracks by Deetron, including 'Sing', 'Come Away Further', 'Count on Me', 'Can't Love You More' and for your listening pleasure has added the 2011 hit 'Starblazer' as a bonus track. From a producer, whose unrelenting passion is the mark of his music, Music Over Matter is a reflection of the vibrant landscape upon which he so fearlessly treads... A bold, panoramic stroke that will appeal to so many more than just the intrepid nomads of the underground.

Release Date: 21 october 2013
Rating: 3/5

dinsdag 26 november 2013

Chymera - Disc

Techhouse Tuesday #005





We welcome back Chymera for another stellar release on Dirt Crew. Two years Ago he gave us one of our biggest tracks ever on Dirt Crew with the amazing "Curl" a track that became an instand classic across all genres. Now we are very proud to have him do it once more, the title track "Disc" is an absolute Club Monster, we have been playing this one out for months now and people go crazy when its bassline drops. Reactions are overwelming and we are happy to finally put this one out. Chymera gave us two more tracks that show his great talent composing very melodic Techno and House tracks, "Valise" is a beauty of a track, very deep and spacious. The B side track "Isa" is just plain ecstacy on the dancefloor, a perfect late night or early morning tune. And as a bonus we asked one of our favourite producers out there to lay his hands on "Isa" the marvellous Mark E who has been doing great things in the last years on his Merc label, he made an slow balearic Proto House kind of remix that hits the spot perfectly....

maandag 25 november 2013

Joseph Capriati - Fratello

Melodic Monday #005





'Fratello' has achieved anthem status since it debuted in Capriati's sets last year, such is the reaction it has garnered from fans. A work of rare beauty, this is techno at its most emotive, as hypnotic melody is laced with intricate key patterns, while the Italian's trademark shaking percussion propel the track forward.

zondag 24 november 2013

Baikal - Why Don't Ya? (Ripperton Remix)

Sunday's Chillout #005

Baikal - Why Don't Ya? - Ripperton Remix (Out now! /Maeve 002) Full Ride!



Bai Kayul aka Baikal is a Berlin based deep house producer. Baikal makes multi layered electronic music for the heart, mind and feet. Preferably all at the same time. This absolute fabulous remix is made by RaphaĆ«l Ripperton, very very long and very deep. It's a stunning journey for 14 minutes...