Originals

After Mystic State's debut solo album, “My Own Private Island”, dropped last year, we decided it would be interesting to ask some of our favourite producers to pick a track from the album to remix. They all came through in style and we couldn’t be happier with how the remixes turned out. 

Tracklist: 
1. Expectations (Brainwork Remix)  
2. Mirror’s Edge (Margari’s Kid Remix) 
3. Phased Out (JFO Remix) 
4. Audition (Pugilist Remix)
5. Too Late (Captivate Remix)
6. Fly (Sepia’s ‘Lights Out’ Remix)

Release date: Friday 2nd April 

Download: thechikaraproject.bandcamp.com/album/mystic-state-my-own-private-island-remixes

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Mystic State - My Own Private Island (The Remixes) [CKRA017]

Coming through with their first-ever compilation, Sublimate Records will be dropping the immersive 18-track 'Reclamation VA' featuring an insane range of artists. The release features styles such as Drum & Bass, Dubstep, Jungle, Halftime, West Coast Bass, Leftfield, and even acid-infused 160 beats. It's no question that this release will be hitting the spot for some multi-genre-keen listeners.

Buy: https://www.sublimaterecords.com/releases/sblmt008

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● Captivate - @captivatebeats

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Captivate - Anthracite [Rendah Mag Premiere]

Modern Conveniences proudly presents Modern Technology: a collection of 12 disparate songs ranging from techno-infused autonomic to lush halftime drum & bass.

Modern Technology is available worldwide on March 18th.

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Mastering by Sine Sound
Artwork by Akuratyde

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Modern Technology

Perception

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Captivate - Perception

Release date: November 4th 
Pre-order: thechikaraproject.bandcamp.com/album/sickness-ep

The Chikara Project is back once again with another hot release. This time from the legendary duo Levrige. As fans of both Levrige and Captivate we decided to pick the Captivate remix up for a premiere. Captivate brings in a halftime remix that's ready to rock dancefloors and give you a proper stank face. 

"Levrige return to Chikara in effortless style with their second EP for the label, “Sickness”. 

The EP fuses the duo’s influences of footwork, dub and old-school drum & bass, all wrapped up with the undeniably tight, modern production that Levrige have been recognized for. From the choppy swagger of the title track, the pulsing sub drops and perfectly distorted 808’s of “Snapback”, and the off-kilter beat skips of “Think You Are”, the EP marks another solid gem from the Vancouver Island-based pair in the Chikara back catalogue. We even recruited the remixing skills of wonderboy @captivatebeats to flip the title track into an angry, halftime monster that has been doing the rounds in clubs from here to the States. " - The Chikara Project

Captivate - 
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IG: https://www.instagram.com/captivatebeats/

Levrige - 
IG: https://www.instagram.com/levrige_beats/
SC: @levrige
FB: https://www.facebook.com/levrige


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SC: @thechikaraproject

Sickness EP

𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐄𝐑𝐄: Levrige - Sickness (Captivate Remix)(CKRA031)

…aaaand we stepping into 2023 like this. 

been holding this one tight for a while now, and we’re super excited to finally get it out. huge thanks to every artist in the camp that contributed a tune for this project, you all absolutely booted it out of the park. 

you can preorder the LP from the link below, which includes an instant download of one of the album tracks ahead of the full release (Friday 6th). 

https://thechikaraproject.bandcamp.com/album/connections-vol-2

CONNECTIONS, VOL. II // CKRA032 カ

Various Artists - Connections Vol. 2 [CKRA032]

Jaskin & Uneven - Pathways (Captivate Remix)

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Shimmer VIP (Out now on Bandcamp)

Rift VIP (Out now on Bandcamp)

CDMUSIC009 - the next instalment in our electro VA series.

This eclectic collection of tracks showcases the talents of both emerging and established artists, drawing heavy inspiration from the legendary Detroit and Chicago electro scenes.

Our previous release was designed around peak time music and this new pack lends itself to the more experimental and heady side of the genre. If CDMUSIC008 was the party, this is the after-party.

CDMUSIC009 captures the pulsating energy and innovative soundscapes that have defined the genre for decades. Each artist on the compilation brings their unique perspective, blending classic electro elements with contemporary production techniques to create a sonic experience that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking.

With tracks by Greazus, Footclan, label boss Sharkki and a handful of new comers, listeners can expect a journey through the rich tapestry of Detroit & Chicago electro history, paying tribute to the visionaries who paved the way while introducing exciting new voices to the genre.

https://clubdesigns.bandcamp.com/album/cdmusic009

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https://clubdesigns.bandcamp.com/releases

PREMIERE: Captivate - Candy Paint [Club Designs]

All proceeds from sales on bandcamp will be donated to a friend of ours who lost a loved one to cancer this past summer <3

We want to give a massive thank you to each of these amazing artists for contributing top shelf music.

A very special shout out to Kieran Sombrietto for creating this beautiful art that tied the whole project together.

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/vii.xi.vii/

CONTRIBUTORS:
@dj-shield
@sonis
@smolbeats
@drjeep
@metafloor
@sinistarr
@captivatebeats
@calmpound
@moonchilddnb

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Motion

Captivate - Motion

Toronto producer Stranjah is back in our premiere hot seat alongside fellow Vortex crew-member Captivate as they bring a cracking slice of halftime jungle to Greazus' Aufect Platinum imprint. Blending classic breaks with influences from trap and footwork, this one packs a heavy sub punch and a healthy dose of breakbeat attitude. Wicked stuff! Look for this alongside four solo Stranjah tracks dropping July 27th at all good digital stores...

Buy → http://aufectrecordings.bandcamp.com

Stranjah:
Facebook → http://facebook.com/stranjah21
SoundCloud → http://soundcloud.com/stranjah

Captivate:
Facebook → http://facebook.com/captivatebeats
SoundCloud → http://soundcloud.com/captivatebeats

Aufect:
Facebook → http://facebook.com/Aufect
SoundCloud → http://soundcloud.com/aufect-recordings
Twitter → http://twitter.com/aufect_

Stranjah & Captivate - Cashme [Premiere]

As avid supporters of the underground bass music scene in the Pacific Northwest, we would be terribly remiss to overlook the powerhouses that are Portland's Sublimate Records and Calgary's Noctilux Collective. These two outlets have not only been throwing amazing parties for years and nurturing their respective local scenes, but have consistently been releasing music from some of the most incredible up and coming producers in the world.

They're set to release a collaborative compilation entitled "Continuum" this week, and the 14 track offering certainly holds up to the impossibly high standard they've set for themselves. Complete with a flavorful sampling of local and international artists, the tracklist touches on everything from breaks to jungle to chunky hip hop beats and back again. Established legends like Greazus and Sinistarr share the release with lesser known but inimitable forces like Kid Kun, Samurai Breaks, Sublimate co-founder Sonis, and Toronto's Captivate, who brought us today's premiere, "Shimmer".

A dancefloor-ready 170 bpm smasher dripping with vibes, "Shimmer" will be just as appropriate at peak rave hours in the club as it will be during a quiet early morning drive. Its versatility is what drew us to the tune; it expresses somber restraint while also being fun and emotional at the same time. We've had our eyes on Captivate for some time now, especially after his big collaboration "Cashme" with Stranjah on Aufect Recordings last year, and we couldn't be more excited to premiere his track "Shimmer" from the Sublimate x Noctilux compilation today. Check it out below and make sure to cop the compilation when it drops this Saturday!

@sublimaterecords
@noctiluxcollective

Writeup

[PREMIERE] Captivate - Shimmer

@captivatebeats

After spending the better part of a decade honing in on his sound, the veil is slowly peeling back on a very crafty beat-smith. 

Trained in the deadly arts of sound design and engineering, the young man known as Captivate delivers an uncompromising body of work in the form of this debut EP “Kailash” on Deviant Audio. 

Taking a beautiful approach to space and time, Captivate opens the listener up to a world of matte-glamorous half-time jungle with nods to the roots as well as a piercing glare into the future... 

If you’re still reading this, it’s not too late; turn this EP on and feel it for yourself. The future is now and Captivate has just delivered it to us all on an intangible yet visceral platter, get it.

Title Track available now with preorder on Bandcamp.
Buy: https://deviantaudio.bandcamp.com/album/kailash-ep

Cover photo by Michael Grant
https://www.instagram.com/mikevancouver/?hl=en

Kailash EP

Captivate - Kailash (EP out July 11 on Bandcamp, July 18 All Platforms)

Captivate - Rift (EP out July 11 on Bandcamp, July 18 All Platforms)

Deviant Audio return with that heavyweight sound, with Vortex-member Captivate bringing his solo vibes to the imprint's 10th release. Discipline comes correct with heavyweight sub, halftime drum lines and some tasty breakbeat fills. Sick tune! Look for this coming July 11th at the label's Bandcamp store...

Buy → https://deviantaudio.bandcamp.com/album/kailash-ep

Captivate:
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SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/captivatebeats

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SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/deviant-audio

Captivate - Discipline [Premiere]

Recent Vancouver transplant Captivate, strikes a graceful balance between old school jungle and forward thinking halftime with his forthcoming "Kailash" EP on Toronto's  Deviant Audio. He is joined by Canadian stalwarts Stranjah and Levrige on "Slackline," a soulful percussive production with mature pacing and clarity of vision.  

"After spending the better part of a decade honing in on his sound, the veil is slowly peeling back on a very crafty beat-smith.

Trained in the deadly arts of sound design and engineering, the young man known as Captivate delivers an uncompromising body of work in the form of this debut EP “Kailash” on Deviant Audio.

Taking a beautiful approach to space and time, Captivate opens the listener up to a world of matte-glamorous half-time jungle with nods to the roots as well as a piercing glare into the future...

If you’re still reading this, it’s not too late; turn this EP on and feel it for yourself. The future is now and Captivate has just delivered it to us all on an intangible yet visceral platter, get it."
-David Louis

[Premier] Captivate, Stranjah & Levrige - Slackline

Captivate, Stranjah - Coastal [Premiere] - Out April 7 Bandcamp

155 BPM

All proceeds will be donated to Black Youth Helpline.
https://blackyouth.ca/

Mastering by W. Marquiss at Decipher Mastering
deciphermastering@gmail.com

Artwork photographed by M. Grant
https://www.instagram.com/mikevancouver/

Hybrid (Out now on Bandcamp)

Mystic State join forces with Vancouver producer Captivate for a new single on The Chikara Project, and we've got the premiere of B-Side Departure for you today! Halftime beats, skittering percussion fills and a healthy dollop of atmosphere...yes please! Food for the soul...look out for this coming Feb 5th at digital stores. 

Buy → https://thechikaraproject.bandcamp.com/music

Mystic State:
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SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/mysticstate

Captivate:
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SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/captivatebeats

The Chikara Project:
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SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/thechikaraproject

Mystic State & Captivate - Departure [Premiere]

Mystic State link with Captivate on the beautifully atmospheric 'Fade Into Dust' - forthcoming on their Chikara Project imprint. Get it here: https://thechikaraproject.bandcamp.com/album/mystic-state-captivate-fade-into-dust-departure-ckra015

Mystic State:
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Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mysticstate/

Captivate:
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SoundCloud → https://soundcloud.com/captivatebeats

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Mystic State & Captivate - Fade Into Dust

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