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Artist: Laurine
Track: T.O.S.D.L
Title: Abun.dance
Label: Slow Life

It’s been seven years after Slow Life emerged onto our scene with a series of releases from S. Moreira and how things have changed. The roster of artists releasing on the label has expanded (like an extended family). Now, on release 31, it’s finally time for co-founder Laurine to step up to the production plate with the Abun.dance EP, and the results live up to expectations.

These four tracks are very much a distillation of the Slow Life aesthetic, instantly recognisable to anyone who’s seen Laurine and Cecilio in one of their infamous extended B2Bs. The signifiers of their beloved 90s sound – organs, breaks, bleep basslines, house chords – are present and correct, but of course presented with a contemporary mix and balance. The lead-off track, ‘T.O.S.D.L’, pulls this trick off effortlessly, adding just enough quirk and dissonance in the bass and acid lines to offset its cool and classic central house groove.

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Selection | Laurine - T.O.S.D.L [Slow Life]

IN2STELLAR - Sugar Machine

Fresh from the Dutch powerhouse label, Something Happening Somewhere is Utrecht based, DJ and producer Luna Ludmila’s dub mix of Maan. Our premiere for today, and a very deepchord-esque, Mike Schommer sounding one at that. Providing an alternative take for the spoken word of Shari Klein. Drawing on the verbal philosophical wanderings as a stark contrast to the dubbed out base. Rounding out the remaining remixes are SoHaSo head, Nuno Dos Santos, Patrice Baumel, and Luca dell'Orso and the release will be out on the 4th of October.

Follow Luna Ludmila on Soundcloud: @lunaludmila
Follow Luna Ludmila on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luna_ludmila_

Follow SoHaSo on Soundcloud: @sohaso
Follow SoHaSo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sohaso

PREMIERE: Dwaalgast Ft Shari Klein - Maan (Luna Ludmila's Dub Remix) [SoHaSo]

Up next on the label we have some reimaginations of Francesca’s ‘The Inside Out’ mini-LP from last year. Featuring some extra terrestrial funk from Martyné, a deep space acid journey courtesy of Z@P, a breakbeat bassline pumper by Pleasure Club’s very own Bobby. & Mariiin, and last but not least a slick minimal excursion from Harry McCanna aka Henry Hyde.

Mastered by Analog Cut and distributed by Energy Flash Distribution (EFD).

PCLUB011 MASTERS

Francesca - Screwtape (Z@p Remix) - PCLUB012

A1. Placid
A2. Liturgic Acid Year
B1. Enon
B2. Omega Doom

Picking up where Triform left off, the prodigiously talented Matthias turns in one of his most impressive works to date with a four track EP showcasing the breadth of his sound.

The mercurial Placid is one of his most original works. An intricate journey that builds to the orchestral backdrop being shattered by a bold acidic lead.

While the title track is a headier affair, Liturgic Acid Year is aimed squarely at the dancefloor; a rolling acid groove awash with lush pads punctuated by jittery percussive fills.

On the B side, the otherworldly Enon takes things into darker territory; with sophisticated arps materializing over a metronomic bassline.

Finally, the unique Omega Doom makes up the EP. A study in contrast, it sees 90’s stabs and frenetic toms juxtaposed against apocalyptic strings - giving the track a distinct prog sensibility.

Artwork by William Fairminer.
william@fairminer.com
fairminer.com/

MATTHIAS - PLACID EP - FAC 2

Hey DJ ! Fresh New Weapons are available on my personal Bandcamp !

https://princedetakicardie.bandcamp.com/album/force-rouge

released April 10, 2020 

Design and Produced by Prince de Takicardie. 
Mastered by Marco Pellegrino, Analogcut.

Force Rouge

Oi! This is Nathan Kofi, introducing; “Voltage Controlled Love Affair”. A story about love, love for frequencies, love for the journey, love for the culture and love for ‘the self’.

This record will be my debuting ep since my name changed from Nathan Surreal to Nathan Kofi. And that transformation is evident throughout this ep. The A-side kinda represents ‘the old me’. A1: My Heart Will Go On and A2: Words of Affirmation are both tracks made a little while ago and are cut out of the same wood; a family affair if you wish. They consist of similar samples and thus share sonic DNA, yet reveal two completely different characters in their experience.

Both tracks are fundamentally rooted in a classic ‘house’ ethos and display the use of vocals to enhance the listening experience while it progresses to its full potential. Although the “a1” exudes a more galvanising upbeat energy with a strong pulse triggering bodily movements, the “b1” takes a different route and evokes a more collective meditative journey; hence the title.

Moving over to the b-side. This side represents a new me; personally and musically. Both tracks are rooted in a sense of authenticity and fresh renewed energy. This side moves away from the 4-to-the-floor formula and introduces breaky patterns and melodic experiments.

While a lot of people, including myself suffered through several lockdowns triggering mental struggles as a consequence, I had a really hard time finding peace and balance in life and in the studio. B1: ‘Platonic Intimacy’ is the result of many frustrating studio sessions trying to find my mojo back; trying to reinvent myself to rekindle the experience of bliss and joy while music-making. This track, in particular, brings up the topic of writer's block, mental health and blockages alike artists are suffering from. But when those demons are fought, those barriers are broken, mountains are moved – It is the start of something new, and beautiful; ‘Platonic Intimacy’. The B2: ‘Candy Girl’, in essence, a straight-up sugar-coated electro banger with a mood, yet simultaneously signifies the power of ‘reclaiming’ what is yours.

Best,
Nathan Kofi

Voltage Controlled Love Affair

Nathan Kofi - Voltage Controlled Love Affair EP

057 (Schwyn)

jack anderson

Slamming breakbeat on a compilation of Russian underground artists who are calling for peace and raising money for those affected by the war in Ukraine. Out on Global Warming Records.

Read More & Buy: https://www.stampthewax.com/2022/06/07/premiere-lipelis-mmeet/
Listen on Youtube: https://bit.ly/LipelisMmeet

НЕТ МОЛЧАНИЮ (No Silence) - Russian Music for Peace 

Listen on Youtube

Lipelis - Mmeet (STW Premiere)

Another Dream

Every morning without fail, just as dawn broke, a small boat would appear at the waters edge to whisk the most curious of people off to an unknown destination. The boat only ever returned empty, slowly it traced its routine daily journey back and forth across the calm waters. Rumours had long circulated about where those who boarded the vessel disembarked; some said it led to a utopian island, others attested to it taking people to their final resting place. Only those willing to take the risk would find out.

Aldonna's music is perfectly tuned for late nights on the floor; think of sweaty rooms filled with energetic dancers. The Melbourne producer came up through the ranks in the city with her party series Re-Leaf and is now expanding her name across the pond with her bright, supercharged productions. Her debut EP Morph, which comes with remixes from Alex Kassian and Marli, lets us into some of the influences that fuel her as a DJ, taking us on a nostalgic ride through warm proggy trance, euphoric rave and acid-laced breaks.

Morph EP

PREMIERE: Aldonna - The Empress' Acid Line (Alex Kassian Remix) [Homage]

Up next on Pleasure Club we launch our new Members Only series. A place where we can present single tracks from friends old and new.

On Volume 1 we have killer contributions from Voigtmann, Henry Hyde, Mariiin and HearThug. Four artists who know how to work a dancefloor, both as DJs and also producers.

There is no guest list tonight.

Mastered by Analog Cut and distributed by Energy Flash Distribution (EFD).

Preorder: https://pleasureclubx.bandcamp.com/album/members-only-vol-1

PREORDER

A2. MARIIIN - SHAPE THE FUTURE (PCLUB014)

After appearing on Acid Test’s 10 Year Anniversary compilation Patricia, aka Max Ravitz, debuts an EP on the label with Less Than 7, a collection of tracks that sits squarely in the club-focused end of the label’s output. Ravitz grew up in Chicago and has family roots in Detroit; these cities cultivated his affinity for mid-western dance music, with early Trax Records being a standout favorite. Years later, while living in New York, collaborator Alexis Georgopoulos introduced Ravitz to Tin Man’s Neo Neo Acid LP (released on Acid Test in 2012). This album struck a particular chord, impacting his creative vision for the Patricia project and setting him on the path towards a fruitful collaboration with Tin Man as Ociya (also released on Acid Test). 

After 2021's IDM-leaning Blue Ridge LP, the Less Than 7 EP marks Patricia's return to the dance floor. Here, Ravitz explores four dimensions of acid music, each track deploying that classic squelch to differing effect. Both tracks on the A side pack a gut punch. The almost industrial beat on ‘At A. Gallop’ stomps along under moody pads and dripping acid lines until, midway, new harmonies reveal fresh vistas. ‘Head Gap Width’ is the EP’s most direct statement, a bolt of dubby techno energy with gurgling acid bass and rhythmic Detroit stabs. The B side then shifts things to a more emotive plane. ‘Winding To The Side’ uses its 9 minutes to fully explore the harmonic interplay between its buoyant braindance acid lines, which are engineered to suspend the late morning dance floor in time. ‘Coffee Computer’ closes things out, with its detuned pads, walking acid bassline and child-like piano lending it a wistful air that falls between house and IDM. 

Less Than 7 was recorded at Ravitz’s home studio in Asheville, NC, and mastered by close friend Josh Bonati.

https://patriciaaa.bandcamp.com/album/less-than-7

A1 At A. Gallop

Taken from Leo Anibaldi’s ‘Classics’ EP, out October 28, 2022.
Order: https://vargmalrecords.bandcamp.com

A1. Muta 5
A2. Endurance 4 (Version II)
B1. Muta 5 (Donato Dozzy Remix)
B2. Endurance 4 (Version II) (Donato Dozzy Remix)

The EP is available on limited edition heavyweight crystal clear 12” vinyl, classic black edition, and digital formats.

Mastered by Neel at EnissLab Studio 
Artwork by Arian Rrecaj 

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Classics

Leo Anibaldi - Endurance 4 (Version II) (Donato Dozzy Remix)

Echocentric Records & R.A.N.D. Muzik Recordings team up to bring you "And You Never Come Back EP" by Pletnev. 

Bandcamp: https://echocentricrecords.bandcamp.com/album/and-you-never-come-back-ep

"R.A.N.D. and Echocentric, two names known 
Join forces to release some tracks they've shown 
Four heady cuts, mind-bending and bold 
For curious dancers, their stories to unfold 

From Lithuanian maestro, Pletnev his name 
Modular beats, a rhythmic refrain 
For dance floors, these tracks are a must 
So come along, and give them a try, if you trust 

Together, these labels have come to create 
Songs to make you move, to elevate 
Your mind and body, with each passing beat 
So let the music take you, and feel the heat.”

@pletnev @rand_muzik_recordings @echocentricrecords @inchbyinchdistribution 

Releases January 13, 2023 
	
A1 - Bass Covered With Gold
A2 - Average Monday 
B1 - And You Never Come Back 
B2 - Am I Looking At Two Similar Cats 

Written and produced by Alex Pletnev 
Mastered by Nik Kozub 
Design by Jubbs 
Distributed by Inch by Inch
Pressed at R.A.N.D. Muzik

And You Never Come Back EP

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Pletnev - And You Never Come Back EP - RMECR001

Music has always been an organic part of Georgian culture. It was always developing and now we have this result.PLMS002 is a compilation of 7 artists.We ended up by having a deep lo-fi and acid sound.

@palmstructure
@hamatsuki

Out January 1st 2018.

https://palmstructure.bandcamp.com/album/plms002-va-2

Definite Party Material:
https://linktr.ee/definitepartymaterial

PREMIERE: Hamatsuki - Who Ends Who [PalmStructure]

Hamatsuki - Dance And Cry

Thank you to our lovely friends Karima F and Samo DJ for providing two fantastic remixes for our first release. We thought we'd be nice and share them to stream before the record comes out on 29.03.2019 !

Enjoy

x

Into Your Soul (Karima F's You're Terrific When You're Drunk Rmx)

Artist: Sub Basics 
Release: CNCPTV002 
Track: A - Whirlwind (138 Bpm)

Mastering: Beau @ Teneightseven 
Artwork: Andrew Smith

Out Now!
Link: https://conceptcollective.bigcartel.com/

Andromeda2023

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