Close Counters - THE DON
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Release Date: 7th December 2022
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THE DON

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Brownswood electr*c 4
Various Artists
[Brownswood Recordings]
Release Date: 19/05/2014


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Gilles Peterson’s Brownswood imprint dips back into the electronic melting pot to compile its fourth “electr*c” compilation in as many years. The fruits of intensive exploration of the cracks and crevices within today’s wonderfully fractured bass music movement, Brownswood electr*c 4 features exclusive music from a new crop of up and comers. Some like Frenchman Nikitch and Belgian wunderkind LTGL are fresh out of the blocks, whilst the likes of Deft, Adam Elemental, Glenn Astro, D Tiberio and B Lewis have cultivated relative online infamy in recent times, each carving out their own unique path and singular artistry.

As usual we run the full gamut of styles, skipping from searing hypercolour hip-hop/bass hybrids; through ever so slightly wonky deep house; furious footworkin’ D&B that recalls vintage Metalheadz cuts circa ’96 (but somehow sounds steadfastly futuristic); awesomely drunken R&B; wrecking ball 808-driven bangerz; and introspective emo bumps… It’s a cluttered, chaotic, hyperactive kaleidoscopic trip – no doubt – but we wouldn’t have it any other way.

Founded by Alex “Patchwork” Stevenson (Patchwork Pirates / Earnest Endeavours) in 2010, the aim of this series was very simply to replicate the ethos of Peterson’s much loved Brownswood Bubblers series and provide a platform for new, up and coming artists starting to make waves in the worldwide underground. It’s an approach that has characterised Gilles’s approach to DJing, broadcasting and music from the very beginning of his career and it lies at the very heart of his accidental slogan: “Searching for the perfect beat”.

The inaugural Brownswood electr*c in June 2010 provided a compelling snapshot of the dance music underground’s greyer areas, rounding up then newcomers (now major players) Shlohmo, Rockwell, 16bit, George Fitzgerald, Mosca and Mount Kimbie. Subsequent volumes burrowed deeper into the warren-like electronic landscape uncovering hidden treasures from Ta-ku, Koreless, Synkro & Indigo (these days known as Akkord), Stray (one third of Ivy Lab) and highlighted underground anthems by the likes of Dub Phizix and Krampfhaft, in addition to a whole raft of exceptionally talented newcomers.

Brownswood electr*c 4

01. Louis Futon - Shoulda Known (GANZ Remix)
02. Nikitch - Radiated Light
03. Monk' - “L”
04. Glenn Astro - We Killed Our Probation Worker
05. Deft - Breakdown
06. Adam Elemental - Green Eyes feat. Ravdeep Singh
07. NorvisJr - do kNo that…
08. LTGL - Hat To The Back (Brownswood Edit)
09. Feral - Rollercoaster
10. B Lewis - Four Days Alone
11. D Tiberio - All That's Torn feat. Natasha Agrama
12. Brrd - Youth Group

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Radiated Light (OUT NOW on Brownswood)

LOVE IS ALL I KNOW

exclusive | Kesh Loi - Sunshine Riddim | MINDHELMET

Truly Madly’s label, MINDHELMET, returns with its 15th installment, delivering deep and minimal electronic music. Following the full artist EP by Cologne’s Kolter, MINDHELMET 15 is a Various Artists vinyl featuring five tracks that embody the label’s signature vibe. This release is another essential addition for any discerning DJ. Opening the EP is Kesh Loi’s "Sunshine Riddim," a track that perfectly captures the essence of summer with its deep minimal sound and housey nuances.

Kesh Loi’s "Sunshine Riddim" sets a high bar as the opening track for Mindhelmet 15. The track immerses listeners in a sunny, uplifting atmosphere, driven by deep minimal rhythms and house influences. The chord sequences and organ-like break arrangement evoke warmth and euphoria, transporting listeners to the bright side of club life.

A standout feature is the sweet and memorable synth-line, which adds catchiness and texture, intertwining seamlessly with the deep, rolling bass. Occasional vocal snippets provide extra warmth and accessibility, striking a perfect balance between minimalism and melodic richness.

"Sunshine Riddim" serves as an ideal introduction to the EP, evoking sunny days and open-air parties. Its blend of deep minimal beats and housey nuances makes it a versatile track for any DJ set, ensuring a memorable listening experience.

MINDHELMET 15 continues Truly Madly’s vision for high-quality, dancefloor-ready music, with Kesh Loi’s "Sunshine Riddim" setting the tone. Its deep minimal beats, housey nuances, and memorable synth-line capture the essence of summer, making it a standout track on the EP. "Sunshine Riddim" is a must-have for any DJ, reaffirming MINDHELMET’s reputation as a top-tier label.

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Kesha Loi: @keshloidj // https://www.instagram.com/keshloi.dj
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ARTIFICIAL es una reflexión sobre la frontera difusa entre lo orgánico y lo simulado. Lo humano alterado, lo imperfecto recreado.

Esta versión es un fragmento en vivo del live act "Botella Papel", capturada en tiempo real como parte de una exploración sonora espontánea.

Grabado y ejecutado en directo, este track conserva la crudeza del momento, con estructuras fracturadas, errores digitales y texturas procesadas sobre la marcha.

Es la voz de una máquina que intenta sentir.

🧬 Parte de la serie de 9 composiciones liberadas por Hermanos Brothers

🎧 Recomendado con audífonos y mente abierta.

💬 Si esta pieza te hizo ruido (del bueno), compártela.

© 2025 Colectivo Individual
(Fragmentos del live act "Botella Papel" – Versiones en vivo)

8- ARTIFICIAL

Delgado's masterpiece was probably the first successful case of a simple loop going nonstop through an entire arrangment, it was a clear inspiration for many to come.
Looping and filtering, mentioned all too often as an uncool and lazy way of making music, probably a result of the huge amount of bad releases that the techniques are associated with. This release in your hands is the first of a series paying tribute to the crate diggers whose samples and loops in my opinion, are milestones for house music and club culture. Loops that I never got tired of listening too, even for more than two decades in some cases. With the original compositions often sought after and repressed, here we're paying respect to original "sampling artist" rather than the "sampled artist", outrageous eh?

Well done Longo and well done Delgado!

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Ditongo - Delgado (Part 1+Part 2) from "Same Old Samples VOL 1" (VINYL ONLY - Degu017)

Compilation 1

Cerebral Drive


Close Counters have joined forces with Melbourne 80s revival band Vaudeville Smash to do an official remix of their hit song Zinedine Zidane. The remix chops and loops elements of the original vocals but maintains the catchy chorus, whilst reimagining the instrumentation with punchy drums and retro synths.

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Zinedine Zidane (Close Counters Remix)

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Grupo musical electrónico y de arte sonoro creado en 2001  abordando la puesta en escena audiovisual en directo.

8- ARTIFICIAL

HERMANOS BROTHERS (colectivo individual)