Out now on Crosstown Rebels: lnk.to/CRMLP046

Escapism is a theme that runs through the very heart of music. We listen to be transported, removing ourselves from our immediate surroundings as our senses relax and the sonic experience washes over us. During times of hardship, such a sensation is naturally magnified. Music gifts us a way out from our challenges, allowing us to choose how we feel in response to the sounds we hear. This theme has been explored meticulously by Audiojack over the past four years, resulting in the release of their second album, Surface Tension, on Crosstown Rebels this April. 

The pair described the meaning behind the album, encapsulating what inspired them to pursue the four-year project: “In the modern world our attention has become so fragmented with technological distractions. We wanted to create a piece of music that could be an escape from that, where someone can close their eyes and let their imaginations fill in the gaps that the other senses have left behind.” 

The journey sets off with Subterranea, a futuristic breaks-inspired cut that features shimmering female vocals throughout. It feels both euphoric and spacious, taking us to a world far removed from ours. The first collaborative effort comes next in the form of Under Your Skin. Released as the album’s lead single in February, Kevin Knapp’s weighty lyrical offering takes no prisoners, paving the way for the track’s punchy, percussion-heavy backbone. 

The American producer and vocalist is no stranger to the label, having collaborated with Audiojack previously on Implications as well as releasing Flipped on Crosstown’s sister imprint Rebellion. Binaural Dreaming soon arrives, plunging us into a sensory experience thanks to an array of worldwide field recordings, which simulate the experience of a dream. 925 Shift ups the pace, pairing resonant kick-hat combos against a myriad of robot-like synths whilst gentle keys chime softly in the background. 

Surreal yet familiar in one, it opens smoothly into Easy Rider, a groove-led, minimal laced dance number that transports us to brighter days with upbeat piano rolls and dream-like chords. Psychoactive pt. 1 continues the warming theme, delving further into tropical realms. Ethereal pads blend into pulses of acid to form an immersive auditory piece.

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Audiojack x Jem Cooke - Feels Good

https://realm.ffm.to/getaway

Paris native producer Salomé Le Chat is one of the best upcoming deep house/minimal tracks. After getting support from some of the best selectors worldwide: Black Coffee, Guy Gerber, Blond:ish. Coming off her first release on Damian Lazarus' label: Rebellion with "Cruising On The Playa" that included a remix from S.A.M. She is now releasing on Gorgon City's label: Realm Records with two deep house/tech-house records "Get Away" & "Day Of Resting".

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Salomé Le Chat - Get Away (Extended Mix)

Out Now: https://lnk.to/REKIDS207R

Dixon’s anthemic edit of Radio Slave ft. Nez ‘Wait A Minute’ lands on Rekids!

Innervisions boss Dixon was the only artist to receive a super upfront copy of the track in early Summer 2022 and went on to hammer the release across countless festivals and club shows over the season. Dixon being Dixon, he didn’t stop there and went on to edit the track into a six and half minute groover that draws out Radio Slave’s production and NEZ’s raucous vocals perfectly.

Radio Slave feat. Nez - Wait A Minute (Dixon Extension)

#TalFussman #ParallelReality #ExitStrategy 
ST032 - Tal Fussman - Parallel Reality EP
Release Date 09|12|2022
Digital | Stream - https://lnk.to/ParallelRealityEP

The story begins on a beautiful Sunday afternoon. 

Harmonies of electronic music are swinging through the atmosphere, catching and inspiring our latest protagonist known as Tal Fussman to produce his latest EP - Parallel Reality.

Tall Fussman is creating house music full of raw & warm frequencies, presenting three tool-like jams energizing all your senses
With elements like striking claps in „Parallel Reality“, precise chords in „Oh, Ok“ or the pace-setting arpeggios in „The Dawn“ Tal showcasing his relentless quest of always moving forwards in his musical mission. 

After a magic guest appearance on Innervisions' Secret Weapons series we are curious to see what the musical future holds for this young talent!

Artwork by Götz Grammlich aka gggrafik design
„A constructed Nature of Authenticity“.

Parallel Reality EP

ST032 - Tal Fussman - Parallel Reality

Denney - Lies (Gorge & Nick Curly Remix) (8Bit)

Out now: https://orcd.co/REKIDS238

Radio Slave pays homage to Funboy Three with ‘The Lunatics (A Tribute to Terry Hall)’. 

Fun Boy Three’s groundbreaking 1981 anthem ‘The Lunatics Have Taken Over The Asylum’ reflected a socio-political uncertainty and fear of the time, mirroring today’s calamitous society.

Radio Slave’s tribute to the late vocalist of The Specials and Fun Boy Three, Terry Hall, ‘The Lunatics (A Tribute To Terry Hall)’ centres itself on the unmistakable haunting vocal chant of its source material. Welded to the sort of unbreakable groove that Radio Slave has spent two decades refining, the vocal swells, repeating chorus, and jolting alarm sounds make for yet another anthem from one of dance music’s most bankable names.

“I’m sure I’m not alone in thinking that “the lunatics have taken over the asylum”, and it definitely seems like the right time to do a cover. I’m a huge fan of the late great Terry Hall. ‘Ghost Town’ was one of the first 12”s I ever bought, and growing up in South London, Fun Boy Three and The Specials was the soundtrack of my youth.” - Radio Slave, Feb 2024

Rounding out the release, Radio Slave strips the single of its iconic vocal for the ‘A Clinic Full Of Cynics’ dub. In this version, he lets its infectious guitar strum bass roar and added jazz-inflected musical elements shine in a pure and true tribute to ska music told by the Rekids founder.

Radio Slave - The Lunatics (The Lunatics Club Mix)

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Various Artists - Snatch! Collection, Vol.1 (2010-2015) is the latest release on Snatch! Records.

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