REP012
Billy Shane - Jack the Night EP

•	“Jack the Night”
•	“Molashus”
•	“After Hours Logic”

For its 12th release, Republic hits hard and deep, with a collection of complex tracks that dance on the boundary between techno and house, tailor-made for big floors and adventurous late nights. New York club veteran Billy Shane, who’s built an impeccable portfolio on labels like Tronicsole and Falk, brings three mature, true-school tech-house jams to a strong Republic debut.

“After Hours Logic” sets a tough standard with dark and deep techno punctuated by eerie vocal stabs that evolves into a swirling, melodic Detroit-style workout. The sick percussion work is reminiscent of classics from New York’s legendary late-’80s afterhours clubs; while Billy’s pinpoint sense of dynamics gives it a sleek, contemporary twist. Despite the title it’s liable to devastate a main floor or three.

“Molashus” keeps the dark energy going, but folds a melancholy house organ into the mix for a melodic, grinding groove that’s sticky, opaque and bittersweet as molasses. With distorted tribal percussion, more haunted vocal stabs and blippy party-rocking flashes of electro, this is a seedy and seductive joint that’ll keep the kids out past their bedtime.

The title track raises the bar even higher with driving old-school acid, sinister highs and one wicked bassline. Ethereal synth lines reflect off grimy percussion, while dramatic breakdowns and jazzed-up changes elevate the mix. Republic chief Seph says, “This is what the early New York rave scene was,” referring to a time when a good party meant a dirty warehouse, a strobelight and a feeling. This entire set of tracks will effortlessly transport real heads young and old back to the future of that vibe.

Billy Shane - Jack the Night [preview]

Billy Shane - Molashus [preview]

Billy Shane - Afterhours Logic [preview]

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Republic Music is a unique new label and collective based in New York that connects producers, DJs and fans worldwide in the spirit of the underground. From Brooklyn to the UK, Spain to Sydney and beyond, Republic aims to elevate the standard and get heads nodding in every hemisphere with highly advanced dance music that is grounded in the old school but looks to the next level.

The unifying principle of deep house – the ageless, timeless, all-encompassing sound of real house music – is the foundation of Republic’s musical philosophy. However our roster of artists are inspired by and incorporate a rich kaleidoscope of contemporary sounds, including funk, garage, indie, jazz, Latin and electronica. Soul is the common element, and soul is found in all forms of music as long as heads put their heart in the mix. Not limited to one genre or tempo, Republic’s mission is to dish out the soul of the future. This diverse melting pot of grooves is the real “world music.” It’s a masterful fusion of acoustic and electronic; it’s dark as midnight and light as the promise of a new day; it’s just for a good time and it’ll save your life.

Republic stands for rebellion against the mainstream, against cynicism, against the same old way of doing things, against commercial noise. We walk a true path, keeping hope alive for a better time – a time when people realize they are already free, and are gathered under the sway of a universal soundtrack with the power to soothe, uplift and heal.

Republic means unity in diversity and freedom in love. It also means kick-ass funky soul with zero bullshit. It’s more than a label – it’s a passion, a movement and a way of life. All with open minds are welcome. Come, join the movement, and take your first step into a larger musical world.

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