Act II

Expanded Radio Research Unit 14

For this edition of The Bunker Podcast we're releasing @otodojo's live set from their album release party at The Bunker in April.

artist video explanation accompaniment:
https://youtu.be/h-xMUetPiTg?si=9qj-4DNHj2dHUBtT

artist statement:

In February 2023 I focused on developing a new live set for my debut with @thebunkerny for an album release, named one of the best releases of 2023 by @mixmag-1. I trained the set with performances at Bossa Nova Civic Club with Perfect Party Look Book and at Forest City Lodge with Microtones in Ithaca.

Maybe describing this can help you process some live set ideas.

My previous approach to delivering this material live (originally at The Long Count Cycle, then at Technically Yeah) was using stems as a bedrock and improvisation on top. Even though this worked fine, it got a bit stale for me and I wanted to be as satisfied as a listener when a groove sets in. So I decided to go fully based on MIDI information and instruments, with an added challenge that my CPU can’t take too much of a load, so I needed to make sure I disabled certain instruments before bringing others in. A disclaimer is that I am not fully endorsing all of the equipment in this list, there are some caveats that I’m happy to discuss.

In Ableton I created custom instruments through stock plugins like operator, collision, wavetable - these instruments are divided into ones I cycle through and ones that are constant throughout the set.

The constant ones exist in instrument racks and are freely interchangeable through chains - all of the parameters are mapped to the same knobs on my Novation Launch Control XL enabling me to wash through several instruments running varying sounds. I also have stored macro variations for those instruments in case I need some sound immediately without menu diving (like 1/16 note hi hats).

The cycled instruments instruments are mostly from my tracks in Amphibious / Aural Spirits that are all controlled by four channels on my Xone K1. Initially I tried using Tip by K-Devices and Map-8 to disable a swath of devices (thanks One Child Policy for the tip!). Yet I found that the CPU load was comparable with just leaving the devices on and simply stopping clips. This made for a much better workflow.

I slowly progress through the cycled instruments while improvising with the constant instruments and the main drums / accenting discussed below.

My iPad is running Werkbench by Karl Scholz @karlalamusic, a sequencer sampler app that can easily form interesting polyrhythms and is great for anything sample-related, like live accenting, bass lines, drums, etc.

For the main drums I didn’t want to be too focused on sequencing as it takes up a lot of time, so I just wanted to scroll through patterns that I generate beforehand. I opted to use a modified version of Instant Haus by @alexkid which stores drum patterns for four-five instruments. Modifying this was a bit challenging as it is difficult to determine what kind of patterns I think can stay interesting over an hour time period. This is playing Smackos 808 Simulator by @legowelt-official as well as other custom drum instruments.

For acid lines I am using a Roland TB03 on lend from Indy Nyles and sequencing the 303 with Sting by Iftah Gabbai  as well as his Microtuner device coupled with note echos (I believe this is the most CPU intensive part of the set).I am using Ableton Push as a means to do miscellaneous control and Jaw Harp / Mic for some added organic-ness.

I am running all of this through an Apollo Twin Duo and Allen & Heath Xone 96 at the club.

The Bunker Podcast 227

The Bunker Podcast 227: Otodojo

Serenveil represents a delicate, mysterious covering or veil that conceals serendipitous moments and revelations. It suggests a hidden laver of beauty and unexpected wonder, which is
revealed subtly and naturally, like moments of grace or serendipity. The name evokes a balance between chance and mystery, as though the universe itself carefully guards the moments it chooses to reveal. Passwar D created the word Serenveil by fussing "serendipity," meaning the occurrence of happy accidents by chance, and "veil," symbolizing something concealed or lightly hidden. Together, they conjure the idea of discovering ephemeral glimpses that are just beyond reach, waiting to be uncovered.

Serenveil 1.1

37th episode of our series by TT_ with Monochrome form

@thomastesink
IG :https://www.instagram.com/thomastesink/

#37 - TT_  - Monochrome form

The third week of October 2024.
Oslated Special Mix 059 - JAMA

Seoul
South Korea

JAMA, who is based in Seoul, reinterprets techno in his own way based on his musical experience and deep understanding of sound gained in the UK. He respects the naturally evolving energy of music, focusing on allowing them to speak for themselves. Jama's set induces immersion in the delicate soundscapes and constantly changing rhythms he creates.

서울을 베이스로 활동하는 JAMA 는 영국에서 얻은 음악적 경험과 사운드에 대한 깊은 이해를 바탕으로 그만의 방식으로 테크노를 재해석하고 있다. 그는 트랙의 자연스럽게 진화하는 에너지를 존중하며, 이를 통해 트랙 스스로 이야기할 수 있도록 하는 데 중점을 두고 있다. JAMA 의 셋은 그가 구축하는 섬세한 사운드스케이프와 끊임없이 변화하는 리듬 속에서 몰입을 유도해 나간다.

https://soundcloud.com/jaminlim
https://www.instagram.com/jamamajqe

- Artwork by Clément Davout

Oslated.
http://www.oslated.com

Oslated Special Mix

Oslated Special Mix 059

Oslated Special Mix 059 - JAMA

Comic Sans Records label-head and Lyl radio resident, sleek fata explores through his Cremation of Care show a wide spectrum of experimental music focused on tracks with an high sound design profile going from psychedelic electronics to jazz with a touch of punk and trip hop between. When it comes to make people dance at peak time, his selections varies between deep dubstep, psychedelic tribe and sci-fi dnb. Often dubby, always trippy!

SC : @https://soundcloud.com/sleek-fata
IG : https://www.instagram.com/sleekfata/

#38 - Sleek Fata - Mercurial Vapor

Vector Field is Antoine, a sound technician, producer, and DJ. He has
been active in the electronic music scene since the late 90s starting
collecting records and mixing on vinyls in small raves of the
countryside. Drawing from various experiences, he transmits positive
energy through its own music, infusing it with his special touch, a mix
between layered rhythms and evolving soundscapes with that kind of
kinetic energy. From old alias Stigr to Vector Field he has released
many Lp’s and Ep’s with a different approach each time. 

SC : @the_soulcatcher
IG : https://www.instagram.com/vector_field_music

#39 - Vector Field - Forward Strategies

Junya Yamamura began his career as a DJ and organizer while studying abroad in New York. After returning to Japan, he has continued to curate unique parties that transform various spaces—ranging from nightclubs to art venues—primarily in Tokyo. In 2021, he launched his event series “lift” alongside Ryosuke Tushiya of Pflaume Sound.

Mix Description:

This mix was recorded during an open set at my party, “lift.” Designed to set the tone before a live performance, it focuses on creating a deep and introspective atmosphere. Through gradual transitions, the mix evolves to shift the energy of the space, maintaining a serious and immersive vibe.

SC : @junyayamamura
IG : https://www.instagram.com/junya_yamamura_/

#40 - Junya Yamamura - Open Set from “lift"

Monthly inter-dimensional techno and rhythm transmissions from GiGi FM.  
Find the full tracklist and related episodes on NTS: https://www.nts.live/shows/gigi-fm/episodes/gigi-fm-4th-december-2024

GiGi FM - Cycles of Purpose 041224

I-RO is an Amsterdam-based DJ, and founder of The Echo Series. Born in Istanbul, her musical journey began with drumming and exploring a wide range of music genres. Her sound is defined by a hypnotizing flow of powerful elements, created by blending sound patterns from various sub-genres of electronic music. With her storytelling abilities and a strong connection to the dance floor, I-RO's DJ sets offer a sensory experience.

SC : @i-roo
IG : https://www.instagram.com/i_ro____/

#41 - I-RO - Blue Learning

nad1a @ GIMIC - 21 December 2024

The second. Varying in styles and never boring, the second instalment of the Out Of Focus series welcomes soundlogic, who has presented an absorbing mix to captivate the listener. A truly creative piece of curation.

Out Of Focus 002 - soundlogic

Spirit Project - Universe Within (Original Mix), in progress.

Universe Within (Original Mix)

this was made waiting for a flight to London last year😲☝️

All sounds used for this track are airport sounds so if you wanna experience that mania here you go😨😨

POV: YOU ARE STUCK AT THE AIRPORT AT 5am

Kicking off Pushing Red's new podcast series is our good friend & forward thinker ASC. This mix takes you deep as you like. Enjoy! 

Pushing Red Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/pages/Pushing-Red-official/130353870372169
ASC Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/ASC77

Tracklisting:

01 - ASC - Transit [Mote Evolver]
02 - Sandwell District - Where Next? (Regis Edit) [Sandwell District]
03 - ASC - Diode [Unreleased]
04 - ASC - Mosfet [Unreleased]
05 - Perc - My Head Is Slowly Exploding [Perc Trax]
06 - Sandwell District - Falling The Same Way (Dommune Version) [Sandwell District]
07 - Deepchord presents Echospace - Burnt Sage [Modern Love]
08 - Darragh Casey - Xuri [Antiqua]
09 - ASC - Proton [Pushing Red]
10 - Fluxion - Prospect II [Chain Reaction]
11 - Skyscaper - Geocorona (The ASC Interpretation) [Ghost Sounds]
12 - Perc - Benwell (Sawf Remix) [Perc Trax]
13 - ASC - Revelations [Perc Trax]
14 - AnD - Lights Down
15 - ASC - Electron [Pushing Red]
16 - Pacific Blue - Industry Part.1 [Pacific Blue]

ASC - Pushing Red Podcast 001

Genre-fluid mental mix/events series exploring consciousness through sounds.

By @andy_pi and @orsu_trippy

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#40 - Junya Yamamura - Open Set from “lift"

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