FEEL MY BICEP PLAYLIST - part 2

2016 Compilation

Out Of The Game

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South-East London's Joe Mirza, performing under the alias The Slow Revolt, has unveiled something rare - his own brand of contemporary electronic soul. A contrast against the superficial hyperactivity of online life, The Slow Revolt deals with the emotions that are harder to reveal in public.

His new single, 'All Your Own', is a perfect example. Lyrically, Joe is exploring the line between love and possessiveness, of nurturing someone only to feel eventual abandonment. The understated and propulsive beat flickers, enveloped by rousing synth bass and tar-thickened bells. There is an element of nostalgia in these textures, a deeper sadness. In playful minimalism and vocal intimacy, 'All Your Own' elevates, transcending the duality of love and possession. The Slow Revolt escapes the formula here, marrying a inner hysteria with a stark exterior. The result truly resonates, like with the very best songwriters, Joe has an innate sense of communication with the listener. These modern ballads recall those of Deptford Goth or Amateur Best.

Initially receiving attention for his remix of Patten's 'Peachy Swan', The Slow Revolt's singles are a regular fixture on radio, counting the likes of John Kennedy as fans. He's signed to new label FIELDS Records, and has provided support on tours for MMOTHS and label mate Max Cooper. Now performing live as a two-piece, two expert musicians sparring across live loops, precision triggered beats, guitar, and that voice.

Brighton - 23 Oct - Concorde supporting Nightmares on Wax
Bristol - 25 Oct (day) - Simple Things Festival
London - 25 Oct (night) - Garage with Patterns
Glasgow 1 Nov - Simple Things Festival
Sheffield 17 Nov - Bungalows and Bears with Ballet School 

All Your Own

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Release Dates:
Bandcamp: Vinyl 28.11.2014 + Digital 1.12.2014
All other stores: Vinyl 12.12.2014 + Digital 15.12.2014

After the extensive “Uncanny Valley 20” compilation we go back to our classic 4- track-format for “Uncanny Valley 025”. Taking the chance to introduce 3 new artists to our roster, we warmly welcome Lake People, Philipp Triebel and RJ (who is also one half of Dürerstuben) to add their distinctive flavour to this record.

Lake People doesn’t need an introduction anymore as his smart and emotional productions are making rounds from Ibiza to your basement club around the corner. His “Unexpected End Of Archive” is another example for his knack to produce tracks that evokes an emotional maelstrom on the dance floor. Beautiful synth melodies are meandering throughout the tune while the slick drum arrangement provides just enough tension to keep your feet on the floor.

Philipp Triebel caught our ear with his live set when we played together at a party in his hometown Giessen. After handing in demos for some time he now contributes “Unity” to this compilation. Clocking in at just 4 and a half minutes it gets us moving with tight chords, tricky drums and a short but prominent synth melody that will be heavy on the dance floor.

The B-side features two tracks by RJ, a member of the 2014 edition of RBMA in Tokyo. “Leo” is an excellent piece of slowly rising House music that pushes the right buttons at just the right time. With melancholic robots on vocals duties and dreamy synth pads this track literally tells a story. Closing the record is “Nie” which rises the pace and takes a similar path like its predecessor with moony synths and a very catchy melody.

As always with the Various Artists EPs on Uncanny Valley, the artwork is by courtesy of illustrator Paul Waak, this time with a fresh new approach.

B1 RJ - Leo (preview)

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