Welcome to our first release! 

Grab the Digi / 12inch on Bandcamp: https://eraspecificnoise.bandcamp.com/album/espn001

The first edition of Era Specific Noise is both an ode to the early 2000s and the debut of a new alias by label founder Richardson. Having spent the better part of his recent memory scouring record stores and consuming more VG+ dance music than is medically recommended, this 12-inch marks a personal shift towards character-filled production without limitation.

Armed with a growing appreciation for the originality and love poured into old-school techno, ESPN001 is the first glimpse into Richardson's fast-growing stockpile of musical weaponry.

We kick things off with "Introductions", the first of two upbeat, vocal-laden pieces of DJ-friendly dance music that make up the A side. A new hardware-focused approach produces whirling, stabbing chords and a groovy baseline to meet the eponymous sample of this track. Up next, "Coming In Hot" which does just that - presenting a cohesion of warm, groovy techno littered with dubby synths and a throwback feel.

On the flip side is a pair of fresh takes reminiscent of the more functional sound of the era - the timeless, loopy techno that powers dancefloors worldwide. There’s nothing quite like finding a hidden gem on the B side! Robotic vocal loopings and a galloping low-end form “Notch”, a warehouse tune completed by a warmer feeling send-off littered with floating pads and a classic Reese bass. Closing out the release is “Synthetic Scream”, a synthesiser in anguish showcasing an almost mournful interpretation of the 909 era, complete with fast, driving percussion and classic break hits.

Welcome to Era Specific Noise - New school old school. 

Writing & Production: Richardson
Artwork: Brooke Reilly
Vinyl Mastering: Brendan Zacharias @ Cirrus Audio
Vinyl Pressing: Zenith Records
Distribution: DBH Music (DE)

ESPN001

ESPN001 - Richardson (Previews)

Welcome to the second edition of Era Specific Noise! This release sees the debut of three talented new artists to the label - there’s nothing better than a good VA. With an audible sonic influence and shared appreciation for the originality and love poured into old-school techno, ESPN002 has something for every drum machine lover out there. 

We kick things off with TOECRUNCHER's track "Turnstyle", the first of two driving pieces of dancefloor-friendly techno that make up the A side. A classic 16th note bassline, strong percussion, and just the right amount of ear candy and ephemeral pads - this work practically mixes itself into your DJ set. The next output by label head Richardson “Situational Awareness” builds off this style and adds a growling, modulated synthline, a uniqueness which ensures its memorability and slot in your bag.  

The clarity in production of B1 “Occhio per occhio” by Alfa Cornae is hard to put into words. There’s a mountain of percussion in this hardgroove-inspired piece and yet, everything seems to have its own place - and those squelchy breakdowns don’t hurt either. Rounding off the release is “Kintsugi” - a slamming, industrial yet ethereal piece by Andrea Crestani. We personally enjoy a release that tells a story, and this track has all the hallmarks and melancholy of an EP closer.      

We hope you enjoy your stay with Era Specific Noise - New school old school.

ESPN002 - Various Artists

Artist: Various Artists
Label: Era Specific Noise
Catalog Number: ESPN002
Format: 12inch + Digital
Genre: Techno
Release date: 30/05/2025

Tracklist:

(33RPM) Info Side:

A1 TOECRUNCHER - Turnstyle (05:51) 
A2 Richardson - Situational Awareness (06:25)

(33RPM) Label Side:

B1 Alfa Cornae - Occhio per occhio (04:59)
B2 Andrea Crestani - Kintsugi (06:27)

Writing & Production: @toecruncher, Richardson, @alfacornaemusic, @andrea-crestani
Artwork: Brooke Reilly
Mastering: @paulmac 
Vinyl Pressing: Matter Of Fact (DE)
Distribution: DBH Music (DE)

ESPN002 - Various Artists (Previews)

Rounding off ESPN002 is this perfect closing track by @andrea-crestani

ESPN002 is out now! 12inch available in all good EU record stores and on our Bandcamp 

Andrea Crestani - Kintsugi [ESPN002]

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A space for hardware first techno grooves and creatively fleshed out, full pieces of music.   

Sounds of the early 2000s - old school new school. Welcome to Era Specific Noise!

Run by Richardson. 

Contact: hello(at)eraspecificnoise(dot)com

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