MINDS are set to release a monster 22 track V/A highlighting the power of the creative community in Ireland - with all proceeds going to PIPS Hope & Support. 
 
The issue of mental health in Northern Ireland is a complicated one, the multi-generational trauma brought on by the troubles, coupled with years of austerity have resulted in a complex and struggling system. The pandemic has also led to an increase in feelings of hopelessness, with isolation and uncertainty often over-shadowing signs of progress. At times however, conflict can inspire, unite, and while there is a long way to go, some collectives continue to put one small step forward despite having one of the toughest years of our lives. 

 MINDS has been an advocate for Mental Health in the city for over three years, but with the closure of clubs and no longer able to raise money through events - the crew have come together to produce a genre-merging V/A - combining their passion for collaboration, mutual aid and community spirit. 

 The opening track comes from local MC Emby, creating a space where lyricism and minimalism meet in perfect tantum. Intimate lyrics highlight the dimly lit room as Emby reckons with dissatisfaction and inner discourse. The ultra-cinematic feel of Reger’s ‘Nostromo’ follows suit , as heavily manipulated sounds create a claustrophobic unrest. Ominous piano tones are carried by the rain, yet optimism exists in the rising strings before being plunged further underwater.

 The exhibition of emerging sounds within the V/A is imposing, from Nyla’s bass heavy ‘Effect’ to the emotive breakbeat of Roker’s ‘Secrets’. Gilmore displays his knack for live percussion and swing while the tension and release of Cartin’s ‘Spanner’ is entrancing, an exploration of space; innovation continually advancing fresh perspectives. 

 Synonymous with shaping the instrumental grime scene we know today, Belfast’s beloved Bloom returns for his first release in over 3 years both as frightening and alluring as ever. Deconstructed rhythms pierce through with such velocity, while off-centre melody constantly reinvents its purpose and place. A welcome return for one of the city's most dynamic producers. 

 The V/A finishes with a heavy-hitting dose of dense techno from Riotcode; a chance to surrender to our primal selves, beckoning us to leave it all on the dancefloor once again.

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Handy Records returns for round two with another obscure electro flavoured EP. This time from the illusive, East London dwelling; Adam Curtain. Known for his own imprint ‘Troublemaker’ and his analogue heavy productions which dance between broken electro, huge sound design and cheeky melodies and rhythms. We are excited to have him up next with his offering for Handy Records. Teaming up with ‘UTTU’ Club’s very own DJ Haus for the remix duties this time round, it’s sounding rather naughty.

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20/20 Vision are proud to present 'Fragments Of Reality’ - a brand new label homing in on tripped out shades of house and techno curated by Luther Vine (Phonica Records).

The opening track comes from London underground circuits’ stalwart and the fabric resident Voigtmann. The owner of Subsequent, the label that in itself over the last couple of years has broken a lot of new ground, delivers a big room bomb. ‘Automatic Chemistry’ will soak you in pulsating baselines and acid tinged minimalist breaks. ‘Receptivity’ jolts you in an altogether different direction.

The track that comes to you courtesy of Montreal-based multi-instrumentalist Priori is a tripped out soundscape of kaleidoscopic surprises. Yet the lush cascading sounds and pentatonic hints demand a delirious limb movement from even the most reserved of listeners. The magic that Priori brings on board has been shaped by his prior exploits eternalised on highly acclaimed releases for Dust World and NAFF.

Flip the wax and get a load of ‘Expulsion’, a throbbing Dub Techno masterpiece crafted by Rotterdam based duo D&S. With a nod to the genre’s pioneers and echoes of analogue Detroit constantly present the Dutchmen’s creation, ‘Expulsion’ boasts a silly concentration of energy begging for a prime-time attention. The talent also comes with a pedigree. D&S had their stellar work noticed and pressed by Girada Unlimited and Space Shepherd labels to name but a few.

Your new essential record bag filler closes with Rupert Marnie’s blistering Acid Tech workout entitled ‘Drifter’. The fresh jacking grooves that the Hamburg based musician packs in this particular production are both airy and tight. Surely it’s a track worthy of rave aboard an intergalactic Starship on the merit of it’s futuristic brilliance alone.

A1 - Voigtmann - Automatic Chemistry 
A2 - Priori - Receptivity
B1 - D&S - Expulsion 
B2 - Rupert Marnie - Drifter

FOR01 - Fragments Of Reality Vol. 1

Our fifth EP welcomes the talents of Teesside Techno Twosome Mark Hand & Neil Iceton, for a one-off session and set of material recorded after a live set played at Freerotation festival in 2016. Four tracks of the finest Techno & Electro, this is a musical love letter to Mad Mike and the rest of Detroit’s most militant futurist techno crew.

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Beyond the Nebula (Holiday in Beta Centauri)

The city was tired – it had been standing for too long. It was only a matter of time before the wheels came off and the industry which once was here retreated into the nothingness of empty warehouses and abandoned complexes. This was not how it had been supposed to end…

As the clouds passed over the sprawling metropolis, it were as if they too were leaving this place one by one. They came and went, much in the same way as the investment had done. All that was left here now were good people, kind spirits and the remainder of a once great empire which had stood tall and proud, built upon its machines.

Mark Hand & Neil Iceton channel influences from Detroit on this brilliant new EP for Innate. These tracks could have been recorded in the Motor City way back for all we know. Beautiful, wild, sprawling melodies are paired with fast paced drums and percussion which is built for dancing. This one comes highly recommended with a gold seal of approval.

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Written and produced by Máté Tollner in Budapest
Mixed by Grema in Budapest
Remixed by Detroit In Effect, Gnork, Rydim
Mastered by AnalogCut in Berlin
Released by LavaLava Budapest

Release dates:
8th April 2022 - Mate Tollner - U Should (Original Mix) [LavaLava Budapest]
15th April 2022 - Mate Tollner - U Should (Detroit In Effect Remix) [LavaLava Budapest]
22th April 2022 - Mate Tollner - U Should (Rydim Remix) [LavaLava Budapest]
29th April 2022 - Mate Tollner - U Should (Gnork Remix) [LavaLava Budapest]

Mate Tollner - U Should (Gnork Remix)  [LavaLava Budapest 001]

The first track “Friday Suspense” was made around 2/3 years ago and has a melody ive been holding on to for quite a while now. I was always hoping to have it see the light of day and now it has! 🌞

“Beat Bounce” first started as a drum/tool track, then I made this fun little synth and it ended up being a bit of a crowd pleaser.

“Beeps” was one of those tracks Ive always wanted to make. A simple modulating synth, a four four jungly break and lots of weird beeps over the top. 🥁

1. Friday Suspense
2. Beat Bounce
3. Beeps

Out 13.05.2022

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