2014

Out May 13, 2014

[WATCH] The Official Music Video for "New Teles": 
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rpqrTVQ7_k 

2014 sees Mercury Prize nominated rock-jazzers Led Bib celebrate their 10th Anniversary with the release of their fifth studio album, and third for American label Cunieform, 'The People in Your Neighbourhood'. On the same date the band also release a limited edition vinyl album of live music entitled 'The Good Egg,' recorded over two London shows last year. 

Led Bib retains its original line-up of 10 years ago, when the infamous five met at Middlesex University and formed the band for Mark Holub’s university project. The group are bandleader Mark Holub, drums; Pete Grogan, saxophone; Chris Williams, saxophone; Liran Donin, double bass and Toby McLaren keyboards/ piano. Looking back on a decade of music that takes in seven albums, hundreds of live shows and a string of accolades, Led Bib can feel content that they have punched through genre barriers to fly the flag for progressive music in the UK and that they forged a path where a host of new exciting bands would follow. 

Musically, the album is a coming of age of sorts – the pounding grooves are still very much in evidence, but there are more introspective moments too, showing a maturity that only ten years on the road can achieve. The album was recorded under the watchful eye of Grammy winning engineer Richard Woodcraft (Radiohead, Neil Young), with the band using monitors only (no headphones) and the result is more akin to a powerful live show than a studio album, and is perhaps the reason it has such a cinematic sound. 

The album’s title 'The People in Your Neighbourhood' is taken from Holub’s fondness for the Sesame Street sketches of the same name. The concept brought about a curious insight into Led Bib’s fans too, when the band asked ‘pledgers’ to their Kickstarter campaign (the crowd funding campaign which raised funds to make the album) what their occupations were. A fascinating array of jobs ensued and feature in the album’s artwork - from psychotherapist and roofer to philosopher and ad. executive, plus of course fellow musicians and artists.

Led Bib, "New Teles" from 'The People In Your Neighbourhood' (Cuneiform Records)

Out december 8th, 2014 on www.elparaisorecords.com

3rd album from Causa Sui drummer Jakob Skøtt expands his one-man-band experiments into vast new territories. 

Taurus Rising is built from motoric synthesizer arpeggios and heavy duty live drumming. But rather than simply worshipping endless repetition, Skøtt reaches an impressive array of expressions on each of these five mini epics - each song is ALIVE - frequently whirling off track like the wind direction in a sand storm, leading to some mind-altering melodies and rhythms that’ll keep you on your toes. Washed currents of pulsating analogue synthesizer scores, pre-fusion jazz-sensibility and fuzz’ed out electronics all tied together by fevered rhythms.

Jakob Skøtt is the drummer in revered danish experimental psych act Causa Sui and has previously collaborated with artists from Tortoise and Sunburned Hand of the Man. In a number of different outfits he has also released thru esteemed labels such as Morr Music, Ghostly International, Darla Records. Furthermore Jakob has done exclusive live visuals and artworks for Amon Düül II, Earthless, Manual, cult actress Asia Argento as well as The Roadburn Festival.

Taurus Rising is released as a single LP as well as a 2xCD package also containing his previous album Amor Fati. All drums for each albums were improvised in a single afternoon.


Jakob Skøtt: Pleiades (Taurus Rising)

"The brainchild of guitarist Dave Miller, Algernon walks a thin line between melodically driven post-rock and instrumental unconventionality. The quintet, based in Chicago, has drawn comparisons to hometown compatriots Tortoise — thanks to a vibraphone and a few jazz-inflected melodies — but it very much has established its own voice, particularly on Ghost Surveillance, its sophomore album. This album places greater emphasis on synthesizers and sprawling song structures, but at its core is the combination of accessibility and technicality that has defined Miller’s style. Noisy, circular rock riffs transform to tranquil, wandering passages. “Timekiller,” the album’s fourth track, is a beautiful, buoyant number — and one of the band’s best creations to date. As always, the vibraphone work of percussionist Katie Wiegman offers a warm, harmonic accompaniment, but the group’s best-supporting player may be drummer Cory Healey, whose wild fills and drum-and-bass moments imbue Ghost Surveillance with explosive bursts of energy." 
– ALARM (best albums of the week) 

"Algernon draw inspiration from the jazz-tinged post-rock machinations of Tortoise, Chicago's foremost group in the genre. The group's style, however, veers into the louder and noisier elements of rock music. Led by composer/guitarist Dave Miller, Algernon uses two guitars, bass, drums and a vibraphone to combine gorgeous melodies with psychedelic effects and rock beats." 
– Center Stage Chicago 

"Algernon is one of those bands...that is pushing the boundaries of rock...and more to the perimeters. They obviously don't care if it can be pegged to a genre, they only care if it's good, and it is!" 
– Jazz Chicago

Algernon are one of Chicago's fastest rising young bands. All instrumental, they feature a unique line-up of dual guitars, vibes, bass and drums. The band is led by guitarist and composer Dave Miller. The other members of Algernon are second guitarist Toby Summerfield (who also was a member of Larval for many years), vibes player Katie Wiegman, bassist Tom Perona, and drummer Cory Healey. Miller formed Agernon as a way to combine a large number of influences of various types of music he liked in a unique way, without any one of them being the dominant sound. These influences include experimental rock (60s psychedelic rock, Jimi Hendrix, 13th Floor Elevators), kraut-rock (Harmonia, Can and Neu!), post-rock (Tortoise, Isotope 217, Chicago Underground, Godspeed!, Talk Talk) the late 70s art-punk and no-wave scene (Sonic Youth, Glenn Branca) and avant-garde jazz. A very important point about Algernon's music is despite Dave having a strong jazz background, Algernon is not a improvising band. The music that Dave writes for the group is basically wholly scored; there is a very small amount of improvisation and what improvisation there is, is more about atmosphere(s) than about solos. 

Ghost Surveillance is Algernon's third album and is their first on a label able to reach a wider audience. Their music brings a lot of influences together in surprising and entertaining ways. A quick listen to the download sample will show you why we have such great enthusiasm for this band, as they manage to be quite accessible while pushing stylistic boundaries and exploring new paths.

Algernon, "Broken Lady" from 'Ghost Surveillance' (Cuneiform Records)

Opening track from Papirs forthcoming live record, recorded at last years Roadburn Festival in The Netherlands. The album will be out in March on 2LP/CD/DL. Preorder available from www.elparaisorecords.com soon!

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After 4 studio albums, Papir unleash their first live album. It’s surprising it took so long, since the band’s shows have long been revered amongst fans. The music-biz has also noticed Papir’s stellar live performances: like when Mojo Magazine singled them out from the hoards of bands at danish music-showcase Spot 2012 as THE show of the entire festival - as well as the holy rite of passage for any cosmic Stoner Rock band: The Roadburn Festival in Tilburg, The Netherlands, where Papir was asked not to perform no less than 3 times during the festival in 2014! It’s the first and finest of these shows in full that Papir havde chosen for this release, and it’s all here: Christoffer Brøchmann’s jaw-dropping drum chops, easing from delicate jazzy drumrolls one second into deranged math-psych explosions the next - creating a diving board for
Nicklas Sørensen’s vast array of guitar-styles, blending post-rock drones with majestic wah-drenched soloing. With Christian Becher keeping it all together with his bouncing and booming bass lines, as well as utilizing his groovemaker to make blistering ethereal soundscapes.

The album was mixed and mastered by Causa Sui’s Jonas Munk from a 24bit multitrack recording.

Papir: "Lykk Trep - R Hi - Losé (Live at Roadburn)"

DC Promo Tracks #1570: "Speakeasy" by Starcade is part of the release "Canelé EP" on Grey Lodge Records  

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We begin the second half of the record by slowing things down, with Speakeasy, and its deep, natural groove; the high of the first two tracks has worn off, and we’ve settled into something much more mellow. This one is all rhythm section, with its percussion and bouncing bass line. Speakeasy is an exciting showcase of the range and potential that this new producer is capable of; perfect for a dinner party and a dancefloor alike.


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Second Hand News - Fleetwood Mac 
It Feels Good- NRBQ 
Life Is White - Big Star 
She Smiled Sweetly - The Rolling Stones 
This Time Tomorrow - The Kinks 
Radio Song - Dillard & Clark 
Dark End Of The Street - Richard & Linda Thompson 
Never Going Back Again - Fleetwood 
Get Out My Life Woman - Allen Toussaint 
Old John Robertson - The Byrds 
Acadian Driftwood - The Band 
Call Me Up In Dreamland - Van Morrison 
That’s All For Everyone - Fleet 

Archivalesque #11 :: This Time Tomorrow

Hot on the heels of previous explorations of Hindustani, East Bloc, pan-Asian, and Brazilian cultural touchstones, Tooflie now pays homage to the vocal eroticism that beats at the heart of French pop music. The fourth faceless wizards once again bring their magical touch to uncharted musical territory, employing a precise process of cuts and edits in service of Toofli's groove agenda. The unexpected twist on the flip side blends breakbeat science with gentle digitalia, creating a unique mix perfect for the most sophisticated dancefloors.

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PREMIERE : KRLE (Tooflie Edit)

Dive into the hypnotic grooves and sonic explorations from Khidja's unforgettable set at Dance Mekanik! 🚀

It was a night where the walls of Chinastraat vibrated with cosmic rhythms, deep textures, and an atmosphere that only Khidja can create. Their ability to seamlessly blend traditional sounds with futuristic electronica took the crowd on an immersive journey, balancing between past and future – a true embodiment of what Dance Mekanik stands for.

Dance Mekanik isn’t just about music – it’s a fusion of innovation, human connection, and sonic resistance against the mundane. It’s where electronic rituals meet avant-garde soundscapes, and Khidja delivered exactly that. Despite the challenges, the night remained a testament to our vision: fostering a space for forward-thinking artists and like-minded souls to gather, groove, and transcend.

Catch a glimpse of that magic through this recording – the first half of Khidja's set – and let the sounds take you back to that vibrant night. 🪩🔊

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Khidja @ Dance Mekanik 29-03-2025 - Chinastraat Ghent

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Taken from "Unwonted - Analog Astronaut Pt2 EP (Abstract Rhythm)". Out April 04th 2025. Buy here : https://abstractrhythm.bandcamp.com/album/analog-astronaut-pt2

Unwonted is a recently founded Electro project by the Techno veterans Alexander Johansson & Mattias Fridell, providing us with another massive 5 track EP called Analog Astronaut. This record marks the second part of the two-EP series.

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https://www.instagram.com/alejoh84

Label social media :

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PREMIERE : Unwonted - Holo Haven (Abstract Rhythm)

https://soundcloud.com/asphalt_layer

MUSICAL BIO :
a new artist monography in the mIx
10 tracks selected by Producer and mixed by Francesco Tamburrano

Chapter # 11 - ASPHALT LAYER

Tracklist:
1. Asphalt Layer - Helm (Original Mix)
2. Asphalt Layer - Bulk Into Mist (Original Mix)
3. Asphalt Layer - Nostromo Nights (Original Mix)
4. Asphalt Layer - Begin Detroit (Original Mix)
5. Asphalt Layer - Hackney Princess (Original Mix)
6. Asphalt Layer - Dimensions (Original Mix)
7. Asphalt Layer - Inside Their Minds (Original Mix)
8. Asphalt Layer - Message Received From The Torrens (Original Mix)
9. Asphalt Layer - Heavy Duty Binder (Original Mix)
10. Asphalt Layer - Undefeated (Original Mix)

MUSICAL BIO: #ASPHALT LAYER

Jeanne’s music tells the story of life’s cycles, blending past and present through forgotten songs—shifting between cultures across time and space to take you on a journey into sound.


This selection took me out of my usual 'Disco comfort zone' and into slower, deeper waters. Expect downtempo tracks, Ragga, French Boogie, Electronic vibes, and a touch of New Wave.


Big thanks to ALALA for the invite and the trust. Much love from Marseille.Jeanne’s music tells the story of life’s cycles, blending past and present through forgotten songs—shifting between cultures across time and space to take you on a journey into sound.


This selection took me out of my usual 'Disco comfort zone' and into slower, deeper waters. Expect downtempo tracks, Ragga, French Boogie, Electronic vibes, and a touch of New Wave.
Big thanks to ALALA for the invite and the trust. Much love from Marseille.
https://soundcloud.com/jeanne_music

ALALA 053 - Jeanne 18.04.2025

Conrad Schnitzler - Ballet Statique
Balaphonic - Disorganics (All Strings mix)
Quarteto Em Cy - Tudo Que Voce Podia Ser 
Francoise Hardy - Suzanne
Brochure - Joking (Universal Cave Terrace Mix)
Universal Cave and the Street Road Band - (Till You're) Back In My Arms 
Stash Magnetic  - Underground Deception
Khartomb - Swahili Lullaby (Synkro’s Balearic Dub Mix)
Bison - New Moon Boy (Conrad Idjut Dub One)
Imperfect Product - Solina (les crocodiles remix)
Ambala ft. Santino Surfers, WALTHER, OliO, Iyami Aje - Amor Bailar (Dan Idjut Dub Reprise 2)
Dee Edwards - Why Can't There Be Love

Music For Dreams Radio Show 19.4.25

Link Wray – La De Da 
Norman Greenbaum ~ Hook & Ladder 
High Mountain Hoedown – The Weight 
JJ Light – On The Road Now 
Meic Stevens – Left Over Time 
Stephen Ambrose - Answer in the Rain 
Midnight Well - Nickey's Song 
Judee Sill – Lopin’along Thru the Cosmos 

Rusty Tunes #4 :: Left Over Time

Recorded for the film "Before The Music Dies"

Papir: "Lykk Trep - R Hi - Losé (Live at Roadburn)"

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