Disco/House 4

The VSVN Podcast continues its international jet set with a trip to the sunny streets of Bogotá, Colombia - introducing the wizard behind one of my very fave tunes from 2020, Nicolas Duque. 

With his playful take on UK garage, house and rave sounds, you’d be forgiven for thinking that @nicol-s-duque-1 grew up up on British shores. Nicolas has the rare ability to put his very own personal stamp on classic UK sounds to make music that sounds fresher than an ice cool sunrise. 

The past twelve months have seen Nicolas feature on compilations for Dansu Discs and Breaks N’ Pieces before releasing his debut EP on the former - Breaks ’N’ Pieces Vol. 6. Whether he’s flirting with RnB infused UKG or dropping some heads down, no nonsense Bristol-influenced breakbeat, this EP really shows his versatility and depth as a producer and is a must-listen for any crate digger. 

Featuring a whole array of sweltering house and steamy tech house, if Nicolas’ VSVN Podcast doesn’t get you excited for summer and post-lockdown festivals, I don’t know what will!* 

*I can confirm it’s best to listen to this mix with a turbo shandy and a slight case of sunburn for the best results 😎

Follow Nicolas Duque
SC - https://soundcloud.com/nicol-s-duque-1
IG - https://www.instagram.com/nicolas__duque/

More VSVN
YT - www.youtube.com/c/VSVNmusic/
IG - www.instagram.com/vsvn_louis/

Nicolas Duque | VSVN Podcast

Te Puke Thunder is one of New Zealand’s oldest and most sought after cannabis strains. 

Hailing from the volcanic regions of New Zealand, Te Puke Thunder is prized for its larger buds and higher potency. Gaining popularity in the 70s, the polyploid plant succeeded in becoming a well renowned strain and was notably displayed in a number of Amsterdam coffee shops.

New Zealand authorities believe they have successfully wiped out the majority, if not all, possible trails for the whereabouts of the venerable strain. Some believe there may not be a single seed left with the unmatched genetics of the original Te Puke Thunder strain. 

If any old timers are still growing it, please contact idwtrecordings@gmail.com - we would love to talk.

For now, the hunt for the elusive strain lives on…

Jon Sable - Ascension Island

Chaos In The CBD & Jon Sable - Te Puke Thunder

Edition of 300 vinyl:
shallnotfade.co.uk/album/the-new-beginning-lp

Byron the Aquarius (aka Byron Blaylock), an accomplished keys player as much as he is a producer, has a deep love for the organic side of music. This shines through in his creations, back to his debut EP in 2007. More recently, Blaylock’s skillful jazz beats have found a home on the one and only Jeff Mills’ Axis Records. From his birthplace in Birmingham Alabama, Blaylock has grown into an international figure of acclaim for his explorative compositions. 

Already having two successful EPs with Shall Not Fade under his belt - most recently marking the labels’ 50th release with What Up Doe? Vol.2 - Byron the Aquarius returns for a gorgeous double LP. Expect the smoothness of deep house, melodic instrumental hip hop production of the J Dilla creed along with tight jazz pieces.

The New Beginning LP showcases range and expertise from the off, exploding with pulsing discordant jazz in ‘Amaya’s Voyage’. Psychedelic g-funk is the MO of ‘Smoke One For Huckaby’, before a B-side milieu of jazz and hip hop reminiscent of Guru’s Jazzmatazz. The album settles into a deep groove across its C-side, the highlight of which is the percussive workout of ‘Underground Was Black’, complemented delicately with dazed pads and buoyant but smokey lounge jazz sounds in ‘Cosmic Jazz’. Off kilter hip hop shines through in ‘Last Time We Gonna Do This’ and its eclectic sound palette, then we are blindsided by the heavy electro distortion of ‘The End Of The World’. The record closes with a collaboration of the genres explored throughout, pieced together into the pumping ‘Lost People of Tron’. The album feels like a lap of honour around all the influences in Byron The Aquarius’ sound - it’s yet another artistic triumph.

The New Beginning LP drops October 8th via Shall Not Fade.

The New Beginning  LP

BUY RELEASE

SNFLP007 // Byron The Aquarius - The New Beginning  LP

A3K279 Soul Wun - 1 October 2021

Flow w/ Lucy B feat. Cleo - 20.03.22

Drift

The King Chico_SA present this release with his unmistakable Deep House essence, blending atmospheric grooves, soulful touches, and refined rhythms that speak directly to the dancefloor. His sound is both timeless and modern, capturing the spirit of underground house while adding his unique signature.

Available here

The King Chico_SA - Face the World (Original Energia Mix) [Deep Clicks]

The Alarm

The Answer

Holding Hands alumnus @gallegos_1991 comes through with a roaring hour of euphoric goodness to set you straight on this fine Tuesday afternoon. Sit back, close your eyes and see how long you can last before you have no choice but to get up and move those feet: current record 0.22 seconds!

Holding Hands Mix 009 - Gallegos

Origins" is a collection of 6 pillars in exploratory electronic music from 6 different uprising producers and sound artists. A varied, yet cohesive collection of bright, meditative, and pulsating atmospheres.

The opening track, "Hornet", from Florida's Alien House uncovers otherworldly landscapes as they traverse through a haze of deep-space electro. Fluttering synths fill barren craters where shadow figures lurk in and out of light. Rising and rising with a strange, euphoric tension.

The elusive Joe Gigs follows suit with "Time Slip", a slow-rolling house arrangement that stutters underneath a chord phrase built for an endless sunrise. Faint vocals echo out as an introspective flute pattern comes into view. Finally met with a warm, slinky bass-line that tingles the spine.

Continuing on with the house grooves, Portland's Well Being gives us "Soft Mood", which is just that. Shiny, crisp percussive elements ride a groove that peaks and valleys in all the right ways. Gentle acid bass echoes out in radar ping patterns while swells of smooth synth and indistinct vocal chops fill the room.

Starting on the flipside we have a choice cut from Austin, TX stalwart, Corduroi. Deep, lush synths become the lifeblood of "Planet Cool" while a break-ish rhythm catapults us into orbit. Acid bass sequences drip like honey as the synths gain energy and form. Suddenly we find ourselves four on the floor as every element seamlessly lives as one.

Nestled in the middle of side B features "Cloud Mirror" from Akasha System. Hushed out toms and broken snares meet breathy, misty synths before the sub bass guides us into the next realm. Suddenly a hazy bell phrase comes into view followed by mysterious clicks and clacks. And of course, what A.S. song would be complete without a dreamy mallet section?

Couldn't think of a better finale than this epic journey of a track from LA's Pkacarl. "Holding Together" starts us off with an end-of-the-world piano scenario before being joined by what can only be described as an electric guitar oozing through the portals of an entire galaxy of synths and pedals. What really makes this song is the mind-crushing bass-line with an invincible spirit that may keep you dancing infinitely.

https://imageresearchrecords.bandcamp.com/album/origins
Purchase Link: https://imageresearchrecords.bandcamp.com/album/origins
Label SC: https://soundcloud.com/user-356857503
Corduroi SC: https://soundcloud.com/corduroi
Corduroi BC: https://corduroi.bandcamp.com/

PREMIERE: Corduroi - Planet Cool [Image Research]

Artist: Baby Rollén
Title: Near Future EP
Label: Magic Carpet
Cat No: RIDE02
Format: 12” Vinyl

Tracklist:
A1. Near Future
A2. Untitled (Return Trip)
B1. Dirty Blonde (Filthy Mix)
B2. wys

Catapulting out of killer releases with Gallegos on Holding Hands & Feelings Worldwide, London man about town Baby Rollén takes the reins for up-and-coming label Magic Carpet’s second offering.

Mind altering trips are promised and delivered with warping breakdowns and lucid percussion throughout, Baby Rollén’s signature acid-laced groove transporting us far from the monotony of lockdown life. Watch out for the 100% Certified Naughty™ pumper on the B1... a tease for sunnier times ahead.

Baby Rollén - Near Future EP (RIDE02)

Infinite State

Missing Detroit

The young geezers behind Bristol based party series @lostsignalbristol step up for mix number 55 in the series. Childhood mates Tom Fazack and Zacrich have kindly delivered a superb mix showcasing a portion of fine cuts from their tasteful record collections. Jump straight in and enjoy the ride 😎

HAWSMIX055 / Lost Signal

How to submit music: http://bit.ly/How2SubmitMusic

My name is Moskalus and i run a YouTube channel and upload music regularly.
Booking/Contact/Promo/Submissions
moskalusxoxo@gmail.com

PREMIERE: Corduroi - Planet Cool [Image Research]

Moskalus

Recent comments

2Sox

Cyborg George

derekcarr

ⓀⓇⒺⓈⓎ

Related tracks