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Mutations II: Delicious Intent

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"I've always loved mistakes; it's the hidden beauty in all art" - Andrew Weatherall

Transparent Sound are the original dons of UK electro, not exactly household names yet an act with so many under-repped classics that once you dive into their catalogue you might end up emptying your bank account on Discogs. 

To save you going down this calamitous path as well as to finally, raise TS to the level of notoriety they deserve, Tresor Records is very proud to announce the release of Accidents 1994-2023.

Formed by Orson Bramley and Martin Brown in Bognor Regis in 1994, Transparent Sound have managed to create 30 years' worth of some of the best electro from the British Isles, despite claiming to not know what they were doing nor how their instruments work. 

It's likely that it's this lack of knowledge that led to the quality and longevity of their output - the pair experiment and tinker with the machines until something pleasing appears then follow that sound down whatever path seems fruitful: "the confidence of ignorance" as a slightly more-famous Orson, Orson Welles, once put it. 

This tactic has paid off well and found them stumbling into many notable adventures, from remixing The Cure to performing during an intermission between two halves of a lecture - none of which they understood as it was in Spanish.

The compilation collects a lucky-for-you 13 of their most glorious electrical accidents on a three-disc set including the dancefloor hits Punk Mother Fucker (a mainstay of Villalobos sets at the time of release), and No Call From New York (as heard on Helena Hauff's perfect 2017 Essential Mix).

The package also comes with 'Windows To Your Sole' from the unreleased white label Transparent Sound 007, other unreleased tracks, and special 2023 edits as well as six digital bonus tracks.

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PREMIERE: Transparent Sound - No Call From New York (Acid Mix)

Industrial, intricate and intense, Mercy System’s music occupies a middle ground between bass music genres including techno, garage, dubstep and grime. Hailing from the outskirts of Manchester and drawing from an early start playing drums in hardcore and metal bands, his rhythmic fascination is harnessed to create a complex sense of tension and release in music. 

This 4-track EP is a pulsing exploration of the techno and left-field bass genres, featuring driving beats, distorted synths, and experimental crisp soundscapes. Aimed at the discerning clubgoer, with themes of urban decay and introspection, the EP evokes the raw power and texture of nighttime, creating an atmospheric vibe that's sure to captivate any crowd. A masterful exploration of the darker side of club culture.

A1. Approach and Identify: A bassy club weapon, clear UK influence. The peak-time selection to mash all the heads on the dancefloor and push the sub 60hz pressure. 
A2. Time Chant: One for a lights off, heads down rave. An introspective, philosophical meditative journey crafted by elusive atmospheres backed by pulsating drums. 
B1. Voids: Perfect for late-night sets and intimate club settings. A serious rhythm that sucks all the air out of the room before returning to a hard-to-classify catchy bassline with subtle breakbeat decorations.
B2. Judas: Perfect to transform a club into a hypnotic groove. A flourishing wobbly bass complemented with a 2-step beat and dancehall vocals but with layers of texture. 

Artist Statement: On this EP, I wanted to explore much more rolling dance floor beats, but still keep that texture and granular vibe from my earlier releases. I was listening back to older hardcore and jungle (I paid homage with the Approach and Identify sample) and was particularly inspired by the dark environmental sounds on No U Turn Records. I guess I'm trying to tow the line between straight up soundsystem workouts and eyes down spatial grooves. Thanks to all the pioneers who pushed electronic music forward, and thanks to Robin for the hardware masters, bringing these tunes even closer to that vibe.

https://stoneground.bandcamp.com/album/sss003-mercy-system-approach

https://soundcloud.com/mercysystem

https://www.instagram.com/stonegroundrecords/

PREMIERE: Mercy System - Approach And Identify [Stoneground Records]

Sub Roll

I found my old files to one of my favourite albums I made called Rebitten By The Lizard when I went on Holiday to Lizard in Cornwall here in the UK. So I decided to reimagine all the main tracks into something a little more upbeat and covers rave genres House, Jungle/Drum & Bass and UK Funky. If you want to listen to the original album the links are below.

On Bandcamp

gasnolightprojects.bandcamp.com/album/rebitten-by-the-lizard

On Spotify

open.spotify.com/album/4SwPCPSMNXmazy4nf23FfP?si=xYHw9aX3SjONaMBslVCGFA

Friendly Locals (Smoke It Up Remix)

Black Shape

@Lurka returns to Timedance with the follow to his 2016 single Beater. The Bristol producer turns the dial up to eleven here with two expertly designed carnival stompers. Out 14th September 2018 vinyl/digital.

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Lurka
A. Heat Mover
B. Battery


Artwork by Harry Butt

Heat Mover

Lurka - Heat Mover

https://deepjungle.bandcamp.com/album/harmony-the-early-years-1993-1996-remastered

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