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This Is Steve Bug

Virgo Ryzin

Virgo Ryzin (Audiojack Remix)

Investigation EP

Hitorimi

Grooving to a 303 bassline alongside the beats of a TR-8, mixed with the punch of an MX-1 and the iconic sound of an 808.

Pro - Misses

Written and Produced by Reefs in Kyoto, Japan.

Mastered by Ruy Mariné at Dubplates & Mastering

Artwork by Reefs

Huul K'iin 003

Corals And Cactus

Reefs - Corals And Cactus - 02 Corals Are..

Full stream of the melodically rich opening cut from Tuccillo's forthcoming album on Unblock.

More info: https://www.xlr8r.com/news/2017/05/premiere-stream-a-track-from-tuccillos-new-album/

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Premiere: Tuccillo - Renacer

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London-based producer Cera Alba pairs up with vocalist Zahra for a pair of tough tracks on Jamie Jones’ Hottrax this June featuring a remix from Stockholm’s Tiger Stripes.

Since his humble beginnings several years ago the Newcastle-born artist has cemented a reputation for consistency, with releases appearing on the likes of Hot Creations, Moon Harbour, VIVa MUSiC,
Avotre, Madtech and Gruuv. As a DJ he’s been making regular appearances across Europe, including venues such as Watergate Berlin, Sankeys Ibiza, Brixton Academy London, not to mention festivals such as Hideout.

‘Taking Over Me’ is a dark and moody roller from the get-go. Robust drums and mesmerizing atmospherics form its basis whilst Zahra’s soulful vocals and a cavernous low-end rumbles throughout to its rhythm as a piercing vocal and metallic elements ebb in and out of the mix. Tiger Stripes then provides a crunchy remix of ‘Taking Over Me’, distorting Zahra’s vocals whilst incorporating tantalizing synths into his own stomping rendition.

TRACK LISTING

A1 Cera Alba feat Zahra - Taking Over Me
B1 Cera Alba feat Zahra - Taking Over Me (Tiger Stripes Remix)
B2 Cera Alba - Pablo

Cera Alba - Pablo

Artist: Larry Cadge
Title: Hoofer
Label: Smiley Fingers
Cat. #: SFN207
Release date: 20th April, 2018
Distributor: Above Board

Tracklist:
01. Hoofer (Original Mix)

Available here

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Full stream of Art Department's deep and groovy "721 (Queen St)," a cut from his new EP on No. 19 Music. 

More info: https://www.xlr8r.com/news/2018/03/premiere-hear-a-groove-led-cut-from-art-department/

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Sour Jazz EP

Premiere: Art Department - 721 (Queen St)

taken off the upcoming artist album 'Noir' by Steve Bug - out Oct. 01

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Steve Bug, one of the world's most renowned artists in the electronic music circuit, presents his fifth and most mature longplayer. "Noir" doesn't deny its roots, but expands the usual spectrum and invites the listener to an exciting listening pleasure.

The title is ‘Noir’. The cover is dominated by the filmic aesthetics of light and shadow. The title evokes a world of shady transactions and secret crimes. Most of the tracks emit a suitably dark and moody atmosphere, with at least three directly referencing the film noir genre – From the well-known classic ‘The Spiral Staircase’, to more obscure ‘Somewhere in the Night’, and ‘The Seventh Victim’. Is ‘Noir’ a concept album? Origi- nally it was planned that way, but in the end Steve found the concept too rigid.

"I play all over the world on a constant basis, and always come back with different impressions", says Steve Bug. "Accordingly, this changes the music that I produce. I’ve had the idea to make a concept album for some time, but on the other hand, that’s not the way I work. My music expresses my moods, and of course, they are always changing. "

The material for the new album was created over a period of three years, which makes its consistency and coherence all the more amazing. The mood is dark, spooked. Over the relentless beats and basslines ghostly sounds swirl and conspire. Although all the pieces are driven by head-rushing beats, ‘Noir’ is more than ever, a listening album. "If I had worked longer on the album, I probably would have replaced even more of the dance tracks with listening tracks", says Steve. "I think a lot of albums in dance music are not convining as albums - more a collection of tracks, than a coherent whole."

‘Noir’ is definitely different. Although the film noir concept isn’t carried through completely, it infuses the spirit of the record in a way reminicent of the sci-fi obsession of Jeff Mills or Carl Craig. In fact, ‘Noir’ could soundtrack a 21st Century ‘Blade Runner’ - tracks such as the pre-re- leased single ‘Those Grooves’ and ‘No Adjustments’, with their evocative spoken word texts, play in to a vision of an apocalyptic-dystopian disco.

‘Noir’ is very much an electronic album. Richer than its predecessor, these tracks easily transcend the merely functional - Steve Bug has in- jected the harmonies with serious emotion. Avoiding the trap of many house music producers, Steve has resisted the temptation to throw in an album full of live instrumentation, explaining: "the results have never convinced me. You have to find musicians who understand repetitive music, otherwise the whole thing is so watery." ‘Poison of Choice’, with its sensational guitar solo, is the exception - and the result of a techni- cal difficulty. Due to non-compatible plug-ins, access was blocked to a sample, and Steve ended up asking his mixer Hannes Bieger to play the guitar chords. While the recording was made, the idea to add the solo happened and the results were so good they ended up defining the track. Two of the standout tracks involve sublime vocals from performers Steve has a strong affinity for. Emilie Chick, the Portland born, genre- scrambling rising star brings a femme fatale’s touch of jazz to 'Moment of Ease'.

The aforementioned 'No Adjustments' with its driving, edgy groove and out of control synth, is enhanced by the spoken word exhortation to just let the beats flow - the unmistakable work of the Foremost Poet Johnny Dangerous.

Aside from that, Steve Bug has always recorded everything on his own – and similarly, developed his distinctive harmonic knowledge by himself. "I have no training as a musician - I taught myself about harmonies. When I realised that many of my heroes in electronic music, whose mu- sic always seemed so rich, was done with the help of others, I have al- ways been a little disappointed". In this respect Steve can be proud about the fact that his experience producing the intricate and exceptional ‘Noir’ was achieved on his own.

From the driving opener ‘Tell Me Why’ to the emotional closing track ‘The Seventh Victim’, Steve Bug has crafted a rounded, atmospheric al- bum that throws a long and impressive shadow over most contemporary dance albums.

Noir

Steve Bug - Tell Me Why

Fauve records is proud to annonce it’s first official release, yes it’s catalogue number 002, we know, but that’s because the 001 will be a secret release.
For his first EP, Romain FX digs deep in his emotions to pull out four Italo & House infused tracks full of musical surprises.
The EP reflects the constant speed & mood swings his home city (Hong Kong) has to offer, the tracks invoke a dreamy sense of infinite travels and speed.
Fauve record is the small brother of fauve radio, based in hong kong and is here to showcase the regional talents of asia and link them up with the international scene.

PREMIERE : Romain FX - The Drive

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Poker Flat Recordings continue their exceptional and prolific reputation with another collaboration between label boss Steve Bug and Cle. 

What makes this particularly mouthwatering is the addition of the legend that is Robert Owens, bringing his instantly recognizable, deeply soulful voice to the lead track.  

Stretching out over 8 luscious minutes, Owens delivers a classic, inspirational vocal over the slick, deep production. A shuffling beat, simple bassline and classic chord stabs make up the main elements, but the magic seems to be in the spaces created, instantly transporting you to that late night club vibe. 

The Dub Mix provides another take, stripping away most of the vocals and using the rest sparingly to create a deeply affecting cut.

Not In Vain

Not In Vain feat. Robert Owens

Steve Bug & Cle - Not In Vain feat. Robert Owens

I hear you feat. Black Soda

Low Blow

Low Blow (Bug vs. Hawtin)

Resilience

Out Of Fashion since 1999 - Founded by @SteveBug
Landlord to @Sublease

Demo: demos@pokerflat-recordings.com.

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Steve Bug & Cle - Not In Vain feat. Robert Owens

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