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LIES-016.5
Samantha Vacation-Samantha's Vacation
from two song 12 inch single
to be released July 7th 2013

Samantha Vacation-Samantha's Vacation (LIES 016.5)

LIES-038
Vapauteen-Basilisk
from upcoming self-titled 6 song ep
to be released November 25th 2013

Vapauteen-Basilisk (LIES-038)

LIES-040
Beautiful Swimmers-The Zoo
from the limited "Music for Shut-Ins" 12 inch sampler and 2xcd
to be released Dec 12th 2013

Beautiful Swimmers-The Zoo (LIES-040)

LIES-044
Low Jack-Punta II
from the upcoming Garifuna Variations lp
to be released Feb 18th 2014

Low Jack-Punta II (LIES-044)

LIES-045
Florian Kupfer-This Society
from the upcoming "This Society" ep
to be released March 2014


Florian Kupfer-This Society (LIES-045)

London-born Visionist, (Louis Carnell,) has rapidly ascended the ranks of producers and DJs at the forefront of modern club music. Quickly categorized as one of the leaders of the international new school of Grime, However, Visionist looks beyond Grime and into the unknown, crafting a heavenly opus continuing on from his critically acclaimed "I'm Fine" on Lit City Trax. The outcome is his utterly original take on this comprehensive club music spectrum of the past two decades -- hyper-minimal and brooding while remaining ethereal. Visionist's tracks on I’m Fine sound vast, as if mapping vivid, emotional landscapes. His approach to production is introspective, with an eye for detail and an ear for tension, focused on opening up space rather than cluttering it.

Visionist maintains his own record label, Lost Codes, which while rooted in Grime, is centered around the genre-breaking imagination and inventiveness of his artists (SD Laika, Acre, Saga, FIlter Dread, Bloom). Avoiding looking back in time to recreate the past, now he's helping to usher in the new vanguard. Like Visionist, these artists are creating an identity true to themselves.

On I'm Fine, Part II -- the final EP in a twofold installment on Lit City Trax -- Visionist explores each of the stages of grief; denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance -- coming to terms with loss and suffering by deconstructing and rebuilding the past into a myriad of pensive musical styles. 

I'm Fine, Part II attempts to offer resolution for the grief stricken listener, and closure to some of the problems explored on I'm Fine. The opening track "Eye Try" opens the flood gates. An extended intro, coupled with reverb-dripping vocal chops, a heart stopping reese-bass drops into the tune, eventually unravelling into a plaintive female chant.

"More Pain" remains skeletal and hyper-minimal like it's predecessor "Pain" -- the songs call back and forth to each other. Resourceful as ever, Visionist recycles the same vocal to create a moving, skeletal and largely beatless composition. The songs stays in motion,  propelled forward by a divine choir-like lead and bass stabs trailed by sparse, haunting percussion.

"The Way" starts stark and drops into complex, pulsing bass, tied in with heartbreaking cries of "Without You". While not a Grime track, the melodies coupled with the tough bass, are reminiscent of the forward thinking ethic of producers from the days before Grime's inception.

In quick contrast, "First Love" is a direct ode to the Grime of Visionist's youth. This most percussion heavy track on the whole record yet the emphasis somehow remains on an overwhelming, chopped vocal melody. The syncopated beat and bass drop and urge you to move. This is soon followed by two sharply contrasting bass leads, bringing this constantly evolving track to its peak.

Playing off a UK Funky groove, "Acceptance" once again is a forward thinking take on this undeniably British sound. Immediately the kick drum leads you into more complex polyrhythms between the shakers, low end and kicks. Another concise track, Visionist gets directly to the point. "Acceptance" is a unique club banger, using his own distinct palette.

I'm Fine, Part II closes with "Something Old, Something New", which was Visionist's earliest foray in this manner. Beginning with a spacious pulse, what has become his signature vocal chops, swiftly begin to unravel into progressive, ethereal harmonies. The track culminates with the most direct vocal. "Make me float" rings out, concluding the EP and suggesting a resolution to the grief portrayed throughout the "I'm Fine" series -- a new beginning.

With I'm Fine, Part II, Visionist creates something far greater than the sum of its parts. The record is jarring and undeniably British.  I'm Fine Part II explores heavy vocal manipulation, appropriating samples into powerful melodic tools. The record is an ode to Visionist’s dark musical past and a love note to his bright future.

Whither is fled the visionary gleam?
Where is it now, the glory and the dream?
       -Wordsworth

Visionist - First Love

LIES-020.5
Person of Interest-Call This Number
from upcoming 3 track ep
to be released May 2014

Person of Interest-Call This Number (LIES-020.5)

This is the Mogwai remix of 'A Midsummer Evening' by Yann Tiersen.
Taken from the album '∞ (Infinity)' 

Digital Download - smarturl.it/yanninfinityiTunes
CD - smarturl.it/yanninfinityCD
LP - smarturl.it/yanninfinityLP

For more information: yanntiersen.com/
Live Dates: www.bandsintown.com/YannTiersen

Yann Tiersen - A Midsummer Evening (Mogwai Remix)

composed by Gilles Bousquet
written by Cities Aviv, Action Bronson & Oh No
violins conducted by Pavle Kovacevic
rap by Cities Aviv, Action Bronson & Oh No
produced by Mr Flash
Action Bronson appears courtesy of himself
Cities Aviv appears courtesy of Downtown Music Publishing
Oh No appears courtesy of Stones Throw
Published by Headbangers Publishing - Because éditions - Downtown Music Publishing- Copyright control

MR FLASH "SONIC CRUSADER" 1st LP
Out June 2nd
iTunes pre-order http://po.st/SonicCrusader

MR FLASH "NUMBER 1" featuring CITIES AVIV, ACTION BRONSON & OH NO

Martyn + Four Tet - Glassbeadgames (8 Hours at Fabric Dub)

http://www.surus.co.uk/swamp-81/power-24728.aspx

Huff & Puff Bruk

Lil Wayne ~ Believe Me (Feat. Drake)

New Sounds Mr. Muthafuckin' eXquire - Whirlwind Pyramid Freestyle (Prod. By Scruffnuk Dust)

Bootleg Liquor on a Sunday Night Week 1

Whirlwind Pyramid Freestyle

New Kwamè featuring Jaqui Bunch
The story is true. But the names and dates have been changed to protect the innocent.
#ITIKYGF

KWAMÈ #ITIKYGF

LIES-050
Randomer-Huh
from the upcoming "Residents" ep
to be released July 10th 2014

Randomer-Huh (LIES-050)

Out now on Dim Mak http://smarturl.it/TAISteroid

TAI "Steroid" (Modek Remix) [Dim Mak Records]

Jason Burns & Brent Still Life - Right Here EP (SMBL013)
Release Date: December 4th, 2012

01. Jason Burns - Lightning ft. Reva DeVito
02. Brent Still Life - I Could Blame You
03. Jason Burns & Brent Still Life - Right Here
04. Jason Burns & Brent Still Life - Ain't Nobody Do It
05. Jason Burns & Brent Still Life - Right Here (We Sink Remix)

Jason Burns & Brent Still Life have both been pushing the deeper, soulful club sounds for years now so it was only a matter of time they collaborated on a release together. Consisting of one solo track each, two collaborations and one remix from We Sink for a well rounded release of bass music. "Lightning", featuring Reva DeVito, is a bouncy, catchy blend of garage and house. Brent's "I Could Blame You" takes on some deep half-time synth vibes. The two collaborations are a must for anyone into subtle trap-influenced beats with a more melodic and soulful vibe. Finally, We Sink are back with a unique remix of "Right Here" that only they can do.

Follow http://www.soundcloud.com/jasonburns:
http://www.twitter.com/jasonburnsdub
http://www.facebook.com/jasonburnssound

Follow http://soundcloud.com/brent-still-life:
http://www.twitter.com/brentstilllife
http://www.facebook.com/brentstilllife

Quotes:

"Love the vocal on Lightning. Overall great EP. We Sink is a favorite as well." - Todd Edwards

"Emotional!" - Pixelord

"Sick EP, especially loving Lightning." - Heavyfeet

"Fucking incredible. Next level future bass..." - Reid Speed

"Another bangin' release!" - Atlantic Connection

"Biiiiiggg" - iO

"Incredibly rich & poetic." - Ana Sia

"Right Here is a big 'un!" - Nick Catchdubs

Jason Burns & Brent Still Life - Right Here EP (SMBL013)

Every Day and Every Night

Check out this rework I did of Duke Dumont's smashing tune with A*M*E. Support the original and buy it here: http://www.beatport.com/track/need-u-100-percent-feat-a-m-e-original-mix/4056667

My rework is free so grab a copy. 
##### EXTERNAL DOWNLOAD LINK HERE: http://www.mediafire.com/?iq4u3i06p6wl2ow  

Follow me on twitter: https://twitter.com/ChristopherGeel or just  @ChristopherGeel
Facebook Fanpage: http://www.facebook.com/#!/Feeboy
For all mixes follow me on Mixcloud: http://www.mixcloud.com/ChristopherGeel/

Duke Dumont ft A.M.E - Need You (100%) (Feeboy Rework)_FREE DOWNLOAD + EXTERNAL DOWNLOAD LINK

First record on a new label I'm starting.

Hackney Parrot / Helter Skelter - (POLY KICKS)

L.I.E.S. Records, label is based out of Brooklyn, New York releasing a wide scope of various strains of electronic music. 

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