Conceived around the theme of wanting to escape from the real world into a fantasy reality but becoming trapped there due to a glitched exit, Bryan Chapman’s latest EP for 8 Sided Dice takes on a futuristic, almost apocalyptic feel. Beginning with the darkly mechanical ‘The Devil Factory’ that conjures up images of smoke belching machines pressed into service for corrupt motivations the evolves with ‘Koherant’ adding an ominous atmospheric to the EP, suggesting the high-paced, anxious scramble to find a way to exit the rejected reality. ‘Lump’ closes out the story with its perpetual groove, melancholic chords and abrasive strings hinting at the panicked futility of being trapped.   

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Under the stewardship of Alan Fitzpatrick, 8 Sided Dice Recordings continues to maintain its reputation as one of the most consistent techno labels via a steady stream of well received releases. The label operates as both a home for high profile artists and a outlet for emerging talent; striking a balance between output from Fitzpatrick, Slam, Dustin Zahn and Sasha Caressi, as well as exciting new talent like Rich Jones, Chris Colburn and ON/OFF.

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