Jozef K - Pelennor Fields [CP01]

Cognitive Prophecy - a new project from the mind of Skatman, lands with ‘Pelennor Fields’ - a sonically diverse, deep and dreamy 3-track EP from UK-Based producer Jozef K. 

A new platform focussed on true artistic expression and empowerment - Cognitive Prophecy aims to push boundaries, ignore trends, and thinking outside of the box; drawing inspiration from the past, but always looking to the future - encouraging artists to draw inspiration not only from the niche in which they sit, to create timeless electronic music going forward. 

The title track ‘Pelennor Fields’, eases the listener in to the release, with intriguing, broad soundscapes, lush, ethereal pads, and gritty, lo-fi drums that collectively take the listener through a 8-minute sonic day-dream. A beautiful, melancholic and catchy lead melody keeps the track driving along throughout - playing wonderfully off the soaring background synths and ambiences, and leaving the listener craving more. 

‘Aria’ continues the dream-like aesthetic, teasing the listener in with shimmering chord stabs, and a signature deep, organic drum groove - which is glued perfectly together with the constant motion of the bassline. The introduction of a strong breakbeat adds a unique twist, providing an intriguing contrast to the lush synth work - making this a truly memorable piece of dance-floor euphoria. 

‘Every Face Becomes A Skull’ is certainly the tougher of the three tracks, and perfectly juxtaposes the ethereal qualities of the previous two tracks. A punchy, classic 909-drum groove - coupled with a hypnotic and groovy bassline and trippy melodics take the listener into a journey through the darker side of Jozef K’s sound, to round out Cognitive Prophecy’s first EP with a bang.

CP01 - Jozef K - Pelennor Fields EP

The third Cognitive Prophecy release is birthed, as label boss Skatman shares the fruits of his debut collaboration with Tal Fussman.

The two artists met mid-way through 2022, quickly connecting over a shared musical philosophy and view on the scene. A succession of studio dates was the natural next step.

The inspiring four tracker Do You', is the result. The title track is a transcendental dancefloor trip driven by organic grooves, while being weird in all the right places. No surprise it was a highlight of Dixon's Boiler Room at Printworks. 'Back to the Swamp' keeps the vibe subterranean, a rolling cheeky slice of prog made for late-night moments.

Over the next two cuts, we're treated to solo efforts from the respective producers. Fussman crafts 'Freeze', which unfolds with delicate beauty, as layers of melody reveal themselves gradually, supported by a crunchy backbone of percussion. The perfect juxtaposition. Skatman takes the reigns to close with 'Telepathy', imbuing the driving track with a special energy that swings between the freaky and the celestial.

CP03 - Tal Fussman & Skatman - Do You EP

CP04 - Skatman - Paint The Picture

Skatman Unveils Upcoming Double EP “ Believin’ " on Cognitive Prophecy

Berlin-based, Tunisian-born DJ, producer, and label curator Skatman is starting the new year with the release of his highly anticipated double EP, “ Believin’ ", dropping on the 10th of January via his acclaimed label, Cognitive Prophecy (CP records). Known for his genre-defying sets and productions, Skatman continues shaping contemporary electronic music's soundscape with this bold new release.

'Believin’’ serves as both a showcase of Skatman’s evolution as an artist, constantly pushing boundaries with collections that span multiple genres. This double EP is structured as a journey, blending hypnotic grooves, raw textures, and dreamy harmonies across seven tracks that flow seamlessly from the dance floor to introspective listening.

The EP opens with 'Fresh’, setting the stage with a raw, dark, and industrial broken beat offering that introduces Skatman’s sonic vision. It flows into the pulsating energy of 'Merci', a track juxtaposing minimalistic melodies with rich, textured layers. 'Feel It' injects an element of 90s house, while the title track, ‘Still Believin’ featuring the Hungarian singer Gianet, anchors the EP with its soulful vocals and hypnotic rhythms.

On the second half, 'Forget It' shifts gears, offering slight acidic elements, while 'Dream On' delivers an anthemic blend of cinematic melodies, epic vocals, and icy hi-hats. The EP concludes with 'Circle of Despair (Epilogue Beatless Version)', a meditative, ambient piece that leaves listeners in a reflective state.

Digital Release: 10.01.2025
Vinyl Release: 07.02.2025

CP05 - Skatman - Believin'

For their twelfth installment, Scatcity welcomes the duo Colossio & Sobek. Label head Skatman also makes an appearance on remix duty.

A versatile EP that combines the influences of both artists, low-tempo, tribal grooves, bizarre vocals, and deep melodies are the core of this EP named "Fragmentado". 

The title track kicks things off with a steady beat, glitchy vocals, and a mysterious melody that carries the listener to a drop with a stabby arp and a syncopated groove.

The Skatman reconstruction transforms the original track to a peak-time sharp synth-driven track.

"Vision Peligrosa" starts the B-side lowering the tempo with a groovy and tribal beat topped with bizarre vocals that hypnotize the dancers till the early hours.

“Murmuros"  closes the EP with deep rumbling drums that roll along as foundations to warming synths and echoing toplines.

Artwork by Crustcat

A1 Colossio & Sobek - Fragmentado Ft. Badmoiselle (Original Mix)

B1 Jozef K - Every Face Becomes A Skull (Snippet)

A2 Jozef K - Aria (Snippet)

A1 Jozef K - Pelennor Fields (Snippet)

The last hour of Skatman's sunset set Timelapse festival. 1 hour of hypnotic grooves and melodies.

Skatman sunset set live @ Timelapse Fest (Last hour) 01-09-23

B2 Skatman - Telepathy (Snippet)

B1 Tal Fussman - Freeze (Snippet)

A2 Tal Fussman & Skatman - Back To The Swamp (Snippet)

A1 Tal Fussman & Skatman - Do You (Snippet)

Skatman - Overture (Snippet)

Skatman - Unchained (Snippet)

Skatman - Paint The Picture (Snippet)

B1. Skatman - Feel It

B2. Skatman - Forget It

B4. Skatman - Circle Of Despair (Epilogue beatless version)

A2. Skatman - Merci

B3. Skatman - Dream On

A3. Skatman - Still Believin feat. Gianet

A1. Skatman - Fresh

After gaining international praise from their hugely successful EP, ‘L.D.O.E’, Aaaron & Deckert return to the stage, this time debuting their forthcoming EP, ‘Wide Eyes’, on Scatcity Records. The pair offer more of their immersive and melodic techno, with JMII and Skatman coming through on the remix duties. 

Low-pounding subs sets ‘Wide Eyes’ menacing tone from the very start, filtering gradually a range of rumbling low-end synths against a punchy drum pattern. Slow warbling synths slowly build into the tracks main attraction; Nessi, who offers a raw and chilling vocal display that floats you effortlessly into the early hours. 

With ‘Titans’, the duo once again build upon their impressive sub-heavy work, this time enriching their creation of dense musical atmospheres through a range of mystic synth chords and deep brass attacks that expand and resonate throughout. 

Skatman flips the headline track entirely, stripping back Nessi’s vocals to only display her deep soulful howls that echo over his impressive melodic chord sequencing.

JMII's remix of ‘Titans’ Is definitely one for the later hours, transforming the duos sub heavy realm into a range of crunchy, industrial drum patterns that multiply across an array of analogue synth lines.

Digital/Vinyl:

Bandcamp: http://bit.ly/scat03-bandcamp

Vinyl:

Juno: http://bit.ly/scat03-juno-vinyl
Deejay: http://bit.ly/scat03-deejay

A2 Aaaron & Deckert - Titans (Original Mix)

Tracklist:

Skatman - Meraki (Ivory's Psychedelic Rework)
Terranova ft. Voltague - Cosmocode (Alican mix)
Ivory - Super
Sunrom - Elephant
Quarion - Cobblestone
Night Talk - To A Skylark
Ivory & Oluhle - ID
Skatman - Meraki
Innellea - Quito
Skatman - Psyche
Ivory - Eyesberg Contact

About Ivory:

Bio: Milan (Italy) born DJ / producer Ivory aka Daniel Tagliaferri first started music by playing the guitar. Ivory played in several bands and played different styles such as: Punk Rock, Psychedelia, Post Core & Folk. In parallel to live music he developed an interest for electronic sounds and club culture eventually leading him to become a DJ and producer. His sound is a mixture of analog synths, efficient melodies and a strong feel of African rhythms. Atlant Recordings, Depth, Offering Recordings, Be Free Recordings, Azzur, Chapter 24... After only just one year of diving into music production, Ivory is already teaming up with a handful of today's hottest imprints and artists.

PODSCAT #003 : Ivory

Scatcity’s label head Skatman debuts his first EP on the collective with ‘Back In The Zukunft’. After a series of appearances on the imprint, the Berlin based producer drops a powerful four tracker that sees the return of Ivory on the rework.

Opening up with the title track, electric synths frantically riff over a rolling bassline, quickly morphing into a brooding alliance that combine and chug endlessly into the distance.

With huge support already from Dixon, ‘Psyche’ makes out for a real peak time delivery from Skatman. A melodic synth line hovers effortlessly against a looming range of chords and a chunky bassline, opening its filters slowly as you become submersed deep into its dream like atmosphere. 

Rolling onto the B-side, a percussive groove lays the foundation for ‘Meraki’, as he leaves space for a gentle melody to gradually fill the mix, gathering its intensity as it suddenly morphs into an acidic strike. 

Welcoming back Ivory with, he flips ‘Meraki’ into a much darker and hypnotic charge, rounding off the EP and leaving one last mark on the dancefloor.

Back In The Zukunft EP

A1 Skatman - Back In The Zukunft (Original Mix)

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