- TAKEN 002 -

12" Vinyl via all good records shops.
Digital at https://taken.bandcamp.com/

Taken - A - Cyclic Dawn

Skudge - Convolution (Levon Vincent Versions)

A. Convolution (Levon Vincent Scream Version)
B. Convolution (Levon Vincent CS-101 Version)

CAT# : SKUDGE-LVRMX23
Formats : 12” and Digital

Out 16th June 2023



Levon Vincent is on production for this reversioning 12” of Skudge’s 2010 techno-house Convolution. Is there another producer working today that's a more exciting prospect to hear reimagining this classic cut.

The resulting two sides of vinyl give that late 00s Levon feel of rhythm and pace, meeting Skudge’s hallmark sound.

It’s been over a decade since Skudge took charge and urged us to "give it on up". Convolution' forged two distinct genres while avoiding the trap of losing the attitude of both. The track was a strong take on Techno and House simultaneously and brought something new and interesting to the table.

Fast forward a decade since this effort marked the beginning of the Skudge journey, which not only caught the middle ground between Techno and House but also the ears of fellow producer Levon Vincent. Levon is the master of oceanic underwater funk, drawing in strands of dub, techno, and house.

Levon delivers two distinct versions. Side A, Scream Version recalls something like A.J. Sounds’ minimal techno classic from 1995; Basemental. Flipping over to the B-side, one can hear the Convolution atmosphere echoing between Levon and Skudge respectively.

DJ FEEDBACK

Adiel
“Amazing” 

Alienata 
"Nice one <3"

Ben Klock
"That Levon sound..... so unique..... thanks. Both great but the CS 101 version is my fav. Sublime"

Perc
"I've got all the time in the world for anything by Levon and these remixes are great. Thank you!"

Cinnaman
"great tracks! will play out"

Nina Kraviz
"<3"

Eduardo De La Calle
"Fantastic remixes …congrats Levon"

DJ Bone 
"Strong and funky release here."

DJ Deep
"Two of my favorite producers on one record yes!"

DVS1
"DOPE! Will support via Aslice."

Radio Slave
"woah !!! Love both of these mixes. Thank you : )"

Tim Sweeny (Beats In Space)
"Love it. Skudge x Levon Vincent is perfect."

Giant Swan
"proper ODD sound world. really like it - somewhere between early AFX and a rust game world. good sheet"

Machine Woman
"scream is the one for me!!! nice dub version"

Laurent Garnier
 "Excellent ......"

The Blessed Madonna 
"Really really great."

Skatebård 
"Lovely. Thank you."

Jason Kendig (Honey Soundsystem)
"love the intensity of the scream version and the cs-101 version is like coming up for fresh air. killer stuff! 

Mosca
“What a pairing - Scream Vrsn is close to perfection >>>"

Philip Sherburne
"Love the CS-101 version..."

Mano Le Tough
"beautiful stuff! a legend remixing a classic. :)"

Nihad Tule
“Hit!”

Levon Vincent Versions

SKUDGE-LVRMX23

A. Convolution (Levon Vincent Scream Version) Preview

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Portal episode 76 is a 1:59:17 long journey recorded on today’s morning. 

Hope you enjoy!

Music is able to lift you into other dimensions, so come with me through this portal and immerse into the depths of my record collection.

www.markussuckut.com

Portal Episode 76 by Markus Suckut

Recording from his live-set at our latest decompression at Fitzroy Berlin 05.07.2025

Darwin Wagner (@drwnwgnr) is a Cologne-based live act known for his distinctive hardware performances, moving between stripped-down minimal techno and dub techno live sets. With a strong sense for groove and sonic space, his sets range from tightly focused rhythmic explorations to expansive, echo-laden soundscapes. As a member of the ambivalent collective, Darwin creates immersive live experiences rooted in tactile interaction with his machines.

decompression session 010: Darwin Wagner

Recorded live at Thuishaven, Amsterdam 22 March 2025

Skudge Live at Thuishaven, Amsterdam 2025

We’re opening our new mixtape series Umwege — a dedication to the detours, connections, and encounters that shaped a year spent traveling through Germany’s dance music landscape.

For the first edition, we’re joined by TILS (@tils303), an upcoming artist from Haan, a small city between Düsseldorf and Wuppertal. Recently, he has been making a name for himself in NRW’s dance music scene with his DJ sets and music productions. His debut release just landed on Victor’s imprint Magic Power, marking the beginning of a promising journey.

Tils - Umwege 01 / Mixtape Discos Movimiento

20250807 // [sic]nal - Kampnagel Sommerfestival w/ 50hpie

For the next edition of our podcast series we are joined by Maxim Vukovic (@maximvukovic), who delivers one hour of puristic, minimal funk techno.

The Leverkusen based DJ & producer has released on his own underground techno imprint Treffpunkt., his latest EP came out on Victor's Magic Power Records. Highly recommended!

decompression session 011: Maxim Vukovic

Underground

OUT NOW!
Skudge - Time Tracks
Skudge Records
SKUDGE-LP03

A1. Mesh
A2. Black Moon
A3. Mountain
B1. Time Tracks
B2. Function ft. Daniel Andréasson
C1. Lava Lake
C2. Web
D1. Ifach ft. Samo DJ
D2. Sun Dogs
D3. Late Reply

Dedication to details, attention to structure and a tireless pursuit of that specific and circular sound. The contextual element of ’Time Tracks’ seem to be placed in-between the most cordial music that Skudge has presented up until now, as well as bridging the singularity and adrenaline from the previous albums and EP’s.

We are invited into a palette of vivid mastery of details, brushes of percussion and narrowed basses that shatters deep. Pads and strings which acts as a foundation, evolves the music to a rigid composure.

A sonic narrative that seem to stem from motifs of the Earth, reflections of personal flair and moments remembered, dwelling on records collected. ’Ifach’ serves as an ode to the legendary UK imprint. Combining ’Time Tracks’ into a stark collection of studio sessions that features colleagues Daniel Andréasson (on Function) and Samo DJ (on Ifach).

One could argue that this is a territory proven to tick all the functional boxes, but Skudge manages to yet again display a highly personal take in a realm of conciseness.