FUSE10 - CPSmith (Central Processing Unit)

For the 10th edition of our FUSE series we bring you an exclusive DJ set from CPSmith, founder of Central Processing Unit, one of the most respected and prolific record labels in the world of Electronic Music.

Central Processing Unit, commonly referred to as CPU Records, is an independent British record label, founded in Sheffield in 2012, specialising in various forms of Electronic Music. CPSmith (Chris Smith) is the man responsible for it’s existence. A respected player in the Sheffield scene since the early days of Warp Records, Chris, heavily influenced by the Electro, Techno, early House and Bleep sounds from this era, has notoriously carried forward the legacy of a city that deserves huge credit for it’s contribution to the UK scene, and thus the country's reputation as being one of the pivotal hubs of the World.

We were honoured to collaborate with Chris and CPU for an unforgettable event at FOLD in November 2019. Chris formed part of one of our biggest ever lineups which featured The Advent and E.R.P. aka Convextion, along with front-line CPU and Natural Selection artists, including Plant43, 96 Back, Annie Hall, Kodah and Osc Kins.

Chris’ mix could be described as a history lesson in quality electronic music, but streaked with modern, advanced productions from his label and closely relevant artists.

FUSE - CPSmith (Central Processing Unit)

I live in the intersection between technology and music.

Mato Gutmeister
Mato was an 80´s kid born in San José, Costa Rica. He is a graphic designer and electronic music producer. His sound can be described as Techno, Alternative, 90’s, Chicago and Acid house, combined with mystic and esoterical influences. He’s been influenced by artists such as Djedjotronic, Jimmy Edgar, Bobmo and Maelstrom. He as recently remixed a track for a French label working with local artists https://youtu.be/cdBSBgX9Jiw. Mato plays regularly in costarican clubs and bars, delivering bouncy and exciting sets.

Raw, underground Electronics from Newcastle to London since 2010…