

DIG CURATED the infamous four of this EP in an omnivorous fashion, allowing vinyl
wizard Louis the 4th to take us on a ride of stylistic adventure between old and
new-school techno wickedry.

Olivia Mendez (the curator behind this EP) picked these gems according to the way
she would build her sets; each track corresponding to a distinct part of a blazing
journey. Each track being a different color on a powerful, vibrant palette, attesting to
the versatility of an artist whose emblem is anonymity - remember Detroit? - and
reinvention. The man behind the bandana doesn't shy away from paying homage to
the old school while at times enveloping us into a computerized sound chaos - classy
as it is.

This selection reveals a side of LTF that hasn't been shown before, catching the ears
of a great number of peeps, who could easily find their match here.


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Dilatation is a chugging techno zinger, with a groove that feels minimal yet keeps
expanding through punctured breaks and urging synth enveloped into a sustained
air- a kind of tool that mounts the energy to near combustible.

Almost there decompresses space into a light-weight, energy saver atmosphere, that
fleshes out a brand-new compartment in LTF`s music wallet. Threaded through
driving rides and a rhythmic zeal, it wobbles gently between sustain and release.

On the flip side, Kurrikulum Vitae flexes LTS mechanics, with rascal shifts in a
groove that feels simultaneously ancient and totally new, amassing a depth of
textures and tones towards a skanking peak.

999 seals the deal with multilayered distortions enveloped into ghostly undertones
and reverbing crunches, half-step of being a techno-artefact and a dazzling sound
puzzle, made of a loopy melody edging towards poise.


words by __ORSHI

Tracks Written by Louis The 4th
Mastered by Nihad Tule 
Graphic Design by Diego Vicinanza


Louis The 4th - A2.Almost There [DIG -C002]

Blaxad is a French DJ and Producer from the suburbs of Paris. Drawing inspiration from a transformative journey through the captivating landscapes of Scandinavia, Blaxad's artistic vision has been profoundly influenced by the intricate details and emotions he experienced during his travels.
The genesis of the name, "Blaxad," is an homage to the renowned comic book series "Blacksad," which seamlessly blends vivid imagery with gripping storytelling. This choice reflects Blaxad's aspiration to create a sonic narrative that resonates just as powerfully with his listeners. From the bustling streets of Paris to the vast expanses of Scandinavia, the artist's introspective journey finds its culmination.
The contrast between the serene natural landscapes and the vibrant urban scenes he encountered served as a wellspring of inspiration, influencing not only his music but also his overall artistic approach like photography, most of them are used for his Self- Release Cover.
Through his sets and original productions, he weaves together the essence of Berlin's techno spirit.

Louis The 4th - A2.Almost There [DIG -C002]

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