‘The Eysenck Suite I – Melancholic’ is the first instalment of a four part experimental aural jigsaw puzzle from the enigmatic Russian Linesman, who has become a somewhat cult figure over the past eleven years, crossing paths with mavericks such as James Holden, Max Cooper, Nathan Fake, Ryan Davis, Applescal and Laurent Garnier, along the way, via his imaginative transmissions from his secretive studio lair in Nottingham.

A musical diarist who deeply values his chosen form of expression as art inspired by his physical and emotional travels through life, he has released numerous singles, EPs and two studio albums. For the uninitiated to gain an insight into the workings of the Russian Linesman’s mind, his last album (‘Nostalgia Story’ 2013) was a sprawling thirty-seven-song flood of inspiration that was recorded live in one take, whereas ‘The Eysenck Suite I-IV’ is the result of four solid years of dedicated writing and numerous re-records.

The catalyst for this latest, bold musical project was located in a tattered old Psychology book by Hans Eysenck, unearthed from his parents’ loft. It contained an analysis of temperament theory and its roots in the ancient ideas of Hippocrates and Galen. Exploring these concepts and endeavouring to recreate them has shaped the project’s music and how it is presented. Galen had named four temperamental categories as being “Melancholic”, “Choleric”, “Sanguine” and “Phlegmatic”, and the esoteric Linesman’s compositions communicate his interpretation of each classification of Eysenck’s resulting model and the emotions they encompass, ordered and structured and revealed across four EPs.

Part one focuses on the Melancholic temperament that tends towards sadness and feeling low, resulting in a somewhat pessimistic view of the world. The name has been adopted as a synonym for sorrow, but comes from the Greek words for black bile. This first EP is intended as a soundtrack for times of sorrow, reminiscence and regret. But also for moments of withdrawal from over thinking everything, reducing anxiety, reflecting and triggering memory traces of happier times.

“In the ideal personality, these complementary traits are intricately balanced, and so, within these recordings, I hope the listener can find comfort in acknowledging them, and in turn finding their own balance.” – Russian Linesman

Although he use's James Holden's favourite software - Jeskola Buzz - the Russian Linesman writes all his music on acoustic guitar and piano, harking back to a past spent touring as an acoustic singer/songwriter playing folk music. This ethos has evolved into recording with vocals as well, before everything is heavily edited and drowned in electronic sounds.

“I find this method of writing allows me to find more curious melodies and give the songs an organic spine. I use lots of found sounds too, with the intention of recreating feelings and settings for my stories. Some of the finished songs still contain snippets of the vocals, guitars or pianos, while others will be fully enclosed in a digital sarcophagus.” – Russian Linesman

The series of four EPs will be released at bi-monthly intervals throughout the year from 27th March 2017: 
The Eysenck Suite I Melancholic (loki010) 
The Eysenck Suite II Choleric (loki011) 
The Eysenck Suite III Sanguine (loki012) 
The Eysenck Suite IV Phlegmatic (loki013)

Available on all digital download stores and streaming sites.

Russian Linesman - Odin!

Russian Linesman - If It's Not Too Much Trouble Just Get Me On The Plane

Russian Linesman - Yaqui

Russian Linesman -  I Thought You Were A Legend Until You Apologised

Russian Linesman - Olympiapark

Russian Linesman - Fauna

Russian Linesman - How Can The Sky Be So Beautiful When We Have Been So Bad?

The Russian Linesman makes music to capture his feelings and emotions – an audio diary, comprising of analogue sounds fully enclosed in a digital sarcophagus. His new series of releases has already seen a disparate collection of respected DJs and Producers including Max Cooper, Steve Miller (Afterlife), C-Jay (Bedrock), Nemone (BBC 6Music), Samy Birnbach (DJ Morpheus), and Quivver (on John Digweed’s Transitions Radio Show), being incredibly supportive of this enigmatic artist, who has become a somewhat cult figure over the past eleven years, crossing paths with other mavericks such as James Holden, Nathan Fake, Ryan Davis, Applescal and Laurent Garnier, along the way. 

The Eysenck Suites I-IV explore the psychology of Hans Eysenck’s four temperamental categories and the emotions they encompass, a project that the British Psychological Society have already endorsed in their recent review of ‘Suite I’ here: http://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/finding-melancholic-balance.

‘The Eysenck Suite II – Choleric’ is the next instalment of this experimental aural jigsaw puzzle and is focused on the Russian Linesman’s musical interpretation of the choleric temperament that is characterised by an anxious and sometimes aggressive temper, resulting in restless behaviour that eventually gives way to periods of impulsive and optimistic activity. As a visual reference point, the Linesman has selected one of his travelogue photographs taken at an abandoned communist prison in Tallinn (Estonia) as the artwork for this release. This EP is not intended to be a comforting listening experience.

Preview Track List
1. Poa Trivalis
2. The Divided Self
3. Munich Story
4. Levity
5. Lonesome Road
6. Moriya Rides the U-Bahn
7. Stasis

“Sonically and musically, I finally feel I have conclusively recreated what I have been feeling in my head all this time.” – Russian Linesman

This new series of four EPs will be released at bi-monthly intervals throughout the year: 

The Eysenck Suite I Melancholic (loki010) – Released 27th March 2017            
The Eysenck Suite II Choleric (loki011) – Release Date 29th May 2017
The Eysenck Suite III Sanguine (loki012)                                                                           
The Eysenck Suite IV Phlegmatic (loki013)

Interviews:
http://www.theransomnote.com/music/track-by-track/track-by-track-russian-linesman-the-eysenck-suite-i-melancholic/
http://www.dmcworld.net/uncategorized/russian-linesman

More Info:
www.twitter.com/russianlinesman
www.residentadvisor.net/dj/russianlinesman  
www.discogs.com/artist/447757-Russian-Linesman
https://www.beatport.com/label/loki-recordings/15992 
https://play.spotify.com/artist/3sIH8lHWLGHJMenpRCSmMv 
https://www.facebook.com/Russian-Linesman-42077279998/

Russian Linesman - The Eysenck Suite II - Choleric (loki011) (Preview Mini-Mix)

A reviewer recently described the Russian Linesman as a “modern day composer”, and that’s a description that fits well with his creative ethos. ‘The Eysenck Suite III – Sanguine’ is the third in a series of four EPs – ‘The Eysenck Suite I-IV’ – that explore the psychology of Hans Eysenck’s four temperamental categories and the emotions they encompass, a project that the British Psychological Society have already endorsed in their recent review of ‘Suite I’ here: http://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/finding-melancholic-balance.

‘The Eysenck Suite III – Sanguine’ is the next instalment of his experimental aural jigsaw puzzle and is focused on the Russian Linesman’s musical interpretation of the Sanguine temperament that is characterised by cheery optimism - the type of people whom are pleasant to be around.  According to the Greeks, the Sanguine type has a particularly abundant supply of lifeblood.  This 3rd EP is characterised by a jubilant and wholesome sound. Forget the past, the future shouldn’t be a burden, just enjoy the now.

This new series has already seen the enigmatic artist receive support and plaudits from a disparate collection of respected DJs and Producers, including Max Cooper, Steve Miller (Afterlife), C-Jay (Bedrock), Nemone (BBC 6Music), Samy Birnbach (DJ Morpheus), and Quivver (on John Digweed’s Transitions Radio Show). The Russian Lineman has become a somewhat cult figure over the past eleven years, crossing paths with other mavericks such as James Holden, Nathan Fake, Ryan Davis, Applescal and Laurent Garnier, along the way. 
 
Preview Track List
1. Plac Zbawiciela
2. Eminent
3. Super Grey Import
4. Zuckuss
5. The Trigan Empire
6. Hillsfar
7. Superion

“This is the happy EP of the series, so not too many hidden messages here. It’s about finding old Star Wars figures in the bottom of chest freezers… Reading books about space, robots and pirates as a kid… It’s about roundabouts surrounded by bars and sitting on crates with friends. It’s about the joy that new life can bring to your own life. It’s my interpretation of what it means to be happy.” – Russian Linesman

The series of four EPs will be released at bi-monthly intervals:
The Eysenck Suite I Melancholic (loki010) – Released 27th March 2017                                                                         The Eysenck Suite II Choleric (loki011) - Released 29th May 2017                                                                            The Eysenck Suite III Sanguine (loki012) – 31st July 2017 
The Eysenck Suite IV Phlegmatic (loki013) – TBC Sept 2017 

Interviews:
http://www.theransomnote.com/music/track-by-track/track-by-track-russian-linesman-the-eysenck-suite-i-melancholic/
http://www.dmcworld.net/uncategorized/russian-linesman
http://www.magazinesixty.com/russian-linesman-qa/
http://www.dmcworld.net/back-to-mine/back-mine-russian-linesman/

More Info: 
www.twitter.com/russianlinesman 
www.soundcloud.com/russianlinesman 
www.soundcloud.com/lokirecordings 
www.facebook.com/Russian-Linesman-42077279998/
www.residentadvisor.net/dj/russianlinesman  
www.beatport.com/label/loki-recordings/15992 
www.discogs.com/artist/447757-Russian-Linesman
https://play.spotify.com/artist/3sIH8lHWLGHJMenpRCSmMv

Russian Linesman - The Eysenck Suite III - Sanguine (loki012) (Preview Mini-Mix)

“The element of water is abundant in this detached and hazy EP. As contentment and calm take centre stage this is a perfect place to rest, before we head back into the inevitable Melancholy as the circle is joined. Shaking hands with this music is like shaking hands with a fish. ” – Russian Linesman

‘The Eysenck Suite IV – Phlegmatic’ is the fourth in a series of four EPs that explore the psychology of Hans Eysenck’s four temperamental categories and the emotions they encompass, a project that the British Psychological Society has already endorsed in their excellent review of the ‘Suite I’ release here: http://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/finding-melancholic-balance. 

A journalist recently described the Russian Linesman as a “modern day composer”, and that’s a phrase that fits well with his creative ethos. Fresh from his recent ‘An Evening With…’ guest slot on Nemone’s excellently eclectic ‘Electric Ladyland’ radio show on BBC 6Music, the Linesman’s distinctive brand of electronica flows seamlessly between the horizontal and the vertical throughout ‘Suite IV’, conjuring up imaginary widescreen movie soundtracks; spaced-out shoegazing electronic bliss; experimental groovetronica; and dubbed out slo-mo symphonies – all possessing an exceptional hypnotic beauty. Through these seven tracks, he explores the passive, thoughtful and peaceful defining aspects of Hans Eysenck’s Phlegmatic personalities, via his uniquely distinctive musical interpretations, creating a series of remarkable final pieces to complete this experimental aural jigsaw puzzle.

Whilst this EP is the finale for this four-part project that has spanned 2017, it will not be long until January 2018 sees a new series commence, featuring remix interpretations of some of the ‘Eysenck Suites I-IV’ finest moments. Artists already commissioned for this new project are Maps, Simon Mills, Jesse Somfay, We Are All Astronauts, Roman Fahls, Lanny May, Aiden, Matthys, Anders, Betamax Warriors, Mig Dfoe, Xspance, my.head - plus a few other surprises to come. So that’s definitely something to look forward to in the New Year!

The Russian Linesman has become a somewhat cult figure over the past eleven years, crossing paths with other mavericks such as James Holden, Nathan Fake, Ryan Davis, Applescal and Laurent Garnier, along the way. His latest series of EPs has already seen the enigmatic artist receive support and plaudits from a disparate collection of respected DJs and Producers, including ‘Mercury Prize’ nominated Maps (Mute), Simon Mills (of Bent fame), Max Cooper, Steve Miller (Afterlife), Nick Warren (on his ‘Sound Garden’ radio show), C-Jay (Bedrock), Samy Birnbach (DJ Morpheus), and Quivver (on John Digweed’s ‘Transitions’ radio show). The Russian Linesman also now hosts a monthly radio show on Bloop London.

The Russian Linesman has released numerous singles, EPs and two studio albums. For the uninitiated to gain an insight into the workings of the Russian Linesman’s mind, his last album (‘Nostalgia Story’ 2013) was a sprawling thirty-seven-song flood of inspiration that was recorded live in one take, whereas ‘The Eysenck Suite I-IV’ is the result of four solid years of dedicated writing and numerous re-records.

Although he use's James Holden's favourite software - Jeskola Buzz - the Russian Linesman writes all his music on acoustic guitar and piano, harking back to a past spent touring as an acoustic singer/songwriter playing folk music. This principle has evolved into recording with vocals as well, before everything is heavily edited and drowned in electronic sounds – an audio diary, comprising analogue sounds fully enclosed in a digital sarcophagus.

Interviews:
http://www.theransomnote.com/music/track-by-track/track-by-track-russian-linesman-the-eysenck-suite-i-melancholic/
http://www.dmcworld.net/uncategorized/russian-linesman
http://www.magazinesixty.com/russian-linesman-qa/
http://www.dmcworld.net/back-to-mine/back-mine-russian-linesman/

Russian Linesman - The Eysenck Suite IV - Phlegmatic (loki013) (Preview Mini-Mix)

(Loki Recordings) loki016
Release Date: 16 July 2018
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/label/loki-recordings/15992
1. Morris Cowan Remix
2. Russian Linesman Sub Zero Version
3. Audioglider Remix
4. Patchy Remix
5. Xspance Remix
6. Fractal Architect Remix
7. Eardrum Therapy Remix

The Russian Linesman has become a somewhat cult figure over the past eleven years, crossing paths with mavericks such as James Holden, Nathan Fake, Ryan Davis, Applescal and Laurent Garnier, along the way. His musical fusion of electronic and organic instrumentation in an experimental fashion has led to him being termed a “modern day composer”.

‘Lonesome Road Remixes’ is the 3rd in a sequence of remix EPs to appear in 2018, flowing from the Russian Linesman’s remarkable series of 7-track EPs (titled ‘The Eysenck Suites I-IV’) that were released throughout 2017. The concept was to explore the psychological theories of Hans Eysenck and the emotions that they encompass – a project that the British Psychological Society endorsed here: http://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/finding-melancholic-balance.

This ambitious 2018 remix project, features a carefully selected array of highly talented visionaries, giving them the unfettered opportunity to interpret the Russian Linesman’s musical adventures. The tracks selected for treatment are some of the ‘The Eysenck Suites I-IV’ finest moments, with ‘Lonesome Road’ being a highlight track on ‘Suite II’ (loki011) and appearing here as a wonderfully diverse set of remixes.

These ‘Lonesome Road’ remixes span deeply beautiful, melodious house music from the mind of Fractal Architect; heartfelt, melodic techno from the Russian Linesman himself; Audioglider’s hypnotic, slo-mo house with acidic overtones; abstract, chilled vibes, courtesy of Morris Cowan and Xspance; Patchy’s cinematic soundscapes; and end with a 90’s hardcore rave referencing rework by Eardrum Therapy.
                                                                                                                                                      The original EPs and first two remix EPs can be heard here: https://open.spotify.com/user/russianlinesman/playlist/2TUdUqcA9d59WBr36vzyL3

The four remix EPs will be released at bi-monthly intervals:                                                                                                                               The Trigan Empire Remixes (loki014) – February 2018                                              How Can The Sky Be So Beautiful When We Have Been So Bad? Remixes (loki015) – April 2018                                                                                                     Lonesome Road Remixes (loki016) – July 2018                                                             Sierra Madre Remixes (loki017) – September 2018

The Russian Linesman also now hosts a monthly radio show on Bloop London, playing a multifarious mix of his favourite music from the past, present and future: http://blooplondon.com/shows/russian-linesman/ 

Further Info:                                                                        www.twitter.com/russianlinesman                    www.soundcloud.com/russianlinesman                www.soundcloud.com/lokirecordings                                  www.facebook.com/Russian-Linesman-42077279998/   www.residentadvisor.net/dj/russianlinesman              www.beatport.com/label/loki-recordings/15992   www.discogs.com/artist/447757-Russian-Linesman www.play.spotify.com/artist/3sIH8lHWLGHJMenpRCSmMv
https://www.mixcloud.com/russianlinesman/ https://russianlinesman.bandcamp.com/

Russian Linesman - Lonesome Road Remixes (loki016) (Preview Mini-Mix)

(Loki Recordings) loki017
Release Date: 26 November 2018
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/label/loki-recordings/15992
Russian Linesman
Sierra Madre Remixes
1. Sierra Madre (Somfay Remix)
2. Sierra Madre (Sun Glitters Remix)
3. Sierra Madre (Daar Remix)
4. Sierra Madre (Ocean Lost Remix)
5. Sierra Madre (Dimer Ynni Remix)
6. Sierra Madre (Russian Linesman Hypernormalisation Version)
7. Sierra Madre (James Yorkston Remix)

The Russian Linesman has become a somewhat cult figure over the past eleven years, mastering a distinctive musical fusion of electronic and organic instrumentation in his own unique experimental style. This highly creative journey has led to him being termed a “modern day composer” and seen him cross paths with mavericks such as James Holden, Nathan Fake, Ryan Davis, Applescal and Laurent Garnier, along the way. 

'Sierra Madre' is the 4th and final instalment, in a sequence of remix EPs that have been appearing throughout 2018. They all flow from the Russian Linesman's remarkable original series of 7-track EPs (titled 'The Eysenck Suites I-IV') that were released throughout the previous year, based on a conceptual exploration of the psychological theories of Hans Eysenck and the emotions that they encompass – a project that has been endorsed by the British Psychological Society: http://thepsychologist.bps.org.uk/finding-melancholic-balance

This highly ambitious 2018 remix project features a carefully selected array of highly talented visionaries, giving them unrestricted artistic freedom to interpret the Russian Linesman's multi-faceted musical adventures. Each Remix EP features seven distinctive treatments focused on one of 'The Eysenck Suites' finest moments. ‘Sierra Madre’ (taken from ‘The Eysenck Suite IV – Phlegmatic’) receives a wonderfully diverse final set of remix treatments here. 

These 'Sierra Madre' remixes span gorgeous, floating melodic beauty from Somfay; glitchy soundtrack synthetics courtesy of Sun Glitters; Daar’s perfect head-nodding beats, alongside Dimer Ynni’s deeply delicious percussive groove experimentation; heartfelt, hypnotic majesty from Ocean Lost; a journey into the dub echo chamber from the Russian Linesman himself; and James Yorkson’s epic beatless soundscape finale.

The Russian Linesman has now gone to ground in his studio putting the finishing touches to an exciting new original project that will be revealed early in 2019.

Further Info:                                                                        www.twitter.com/russianlinesman
www.soundcloud.com/russianlinesman
www.soundcloud.com/lokirecordings
www.facebook.com/Russian-Linesman-42077279998/
www.residentadvisor.net/dj/russianlinesman
www.beatport.com/label/loki-recordings/15992
www.discogs.com/artist/447757-Russian-Linesman
https://www.mixcloud.com/russianlinesman/
https://russianlinesman.bandcamp.com/
https://open.spotify.com/user/russianlinesman/playlist/2TUdUqcA9d59WBr36vzyL3

Russian Linesman - Sierra Madre Remixes (loki017) (Preview Mini-Mix)

After his recent remix of the Russian Linesman’s “The Trigan Empire”, we welcome Mig Dfoe back to Loki Recordings for his first mini-album since 2011’s fantastic “How to Talk to the Moon”.  This new 8 song expedition is an interesting one, requiring an open mind and a touch of antiquity.

Recorded in 2008, this is an album that has repeatedly flirted with the idea of release, only to be kept “under a desk until the right moment surfaced”. Mig Dfoe has decided on its 11 year anniversary, it is finally time for it to be heard. We are delighted that Loki Recordings has the honour of being the vessel. Over to Mig to explain what you are about to experience:

“The idea is that “The Part We Don’t Know” is effortless but intricate at the same time. It is the most pop work I have done. It is really emotive to put this album out this year. The songs are really a life story, so maybe it is a cabalistic time!!”

The Part We Don't Know

Mig Dfoe - The Part We Don't Know (loki018) (Preview Mini-Mix)

Loki Story II is a compilation of existing Loki artists plus some handpicked favourites by label boss Russian Linesman. It features new music from Sun Glitters, We Are All Astronauts, Stray Theories (under his Ocean Lost guise), Lanny May, Morris Cowan, Magic Panda, my.head, Aiden, Oculus, Avus, Matthys, anders., 1 UP, Roman Fahls and Sound Engraver. Enjoy the trip.

Loki Recordings was founded in 2010 by the Russian Linesman after a rousing jaunt to Iceland. Over the years Loki has had support from James Holden, Nick Warren, Sasha, Max Cooper, Laurent Garnier, Quivver, Nemone (BBC 6Music), Ibiza Sonica and many others.

Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/label/loki-recordings/15992
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6RwBqUeQP9okewodmBvC6o
https://soundcloud.com/lokirecordings
https://soundcloud.com/russianlinesman
https://soundcloud.com/sunglitters
https://soundcloud.com/weareallastronauts
https://soundcloud.com/straytheories
https://soundcloud.com/oceanlost
https://soundcloud.com/lannymay
https://soundcloud.com/morriscowan
https://soundcloud.com/magicpanda
https://soundcloud.com/my-head
https://soundcloud.com/aadhoppie
https://soundcloud.com/oculusmusic
https://soundcloud.com/avus303
https://soundcloud.com/the_anders
https://soundcloud.com/1upmusic03
https://soundcloud.com/rfahls
https://soundcloud.com/soundengraver

Loki Story II

Various Artists - Loki Story II (loki019) (Preview Mini-Mix)

this has been dragged kicking and screaming from the edge of the  abyss. it is overdue, long overdue. three fantastic originals from matthys followed by remix duties from pheek and wesley matsell. tuck in and enjoy, it was worth the wait.

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Matthys - Escaliers (loki008) (Preview Mini-Mix)

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