New French imprint Bait is a label focused on the cross over of two spheres: snare heavy bass-music and immersive mental techno. The outcome is technoïd-dubstep that is psychedelic, minimal, contemplative and at the same time calls for gun fingers and backspins.

The label's 4th release, 'In the Dark', is an EP by Ambit, an Irish producer and DJ whose dubstep and drum & bass releases have been energetic and dark, notably on Woozy label (Dublin).

This release is made up of 3 tracks, the title track 'In the Dark', a second track 'Run', and a remix of 'Run' by Parisian 140 boss Argo himself. 'In the Dark' lives up to its name, offering percussive halftime sounds with undulating basses, dark vocals and a generally abysmal ambience. Argo's remix flirts with techno and dubstep traits, creating an elegant yet chaotic jerky rhythm.

To celebrate the release, Bait is inviting the Woozy label for a collab party at Point Ephémère in Paris on January 27th 2024.

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Ambit - In The Dark

Write up about Hybrid Pulse V/A compilation:

Sonora Destroy Records presents its first release SDR001 V/A: Hybrid Pulse

Launching from Bogotá with a vibrant international crew
Sonora Destroy Records marks its debut on March 1st with a 19-track compilation that skillfully balances secret dance floor weapons and mind-expanding psychedelic journeys.

Hybrid Pulse effortlessly blends Breaks, Techno, Leftfield Bass, Footwork, Dubstep and Drum and Bass into a seamless tapestry of genres, dancing hand in hand. This release offers just a glimpse of the unique ethos that will define Sonora Destroy Records, immersing us in the exploration of a landscape where clubbing converges with experimental sounds, stepping through the front door of the deconstructed club.

The album constructs a global mosaic with contributions from eighteen artists hailing from eleven countries and three continents: Apofenia, Didacta, Dr. Kick, ETRA, Fourtwenty Sound, FrenkyBoy, Japp Beats, Liquid Giraffe, Marka San, Noizy Wilson, Pralaya, Qetsy, Rivs, Slack 1NE, SlowRolla x NovTheKid, Spel, and Wrong Dome.

This V/A anticipates the beginning of a unique experience. It introduces a distinctive, turbo-hybrid-transgressive brand that seeks to take one's bodies and minds on a thrilling ride.

Curated by Fourtwenty Sound
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releases March 1, 2024

Artwork: Paul Naveda / @unoseistm

All tracks mastered by Jonathan Mendoza except "Insano" and "Pump The Breaks"

Insano Master by APOFENIA
Pump The Breaks Master by Japp Beats

Marka San - Stardust (Hybrid Pulse V/A) (clip)

🗿 Jah-Tek Premiere 🗿
Quasar - Late Steps (BAIT5)

BAIT return with their first various EP format release - 'Baby Steps VEP'. The 4 track EP explores the depths of soundsystem music, with elements of dub techno, steppa, halftime and ambient electronic, all of which compliment each other sonically, crafting a future dub style wandering, unique in tonality and style.

Jah-Tek introduces track 1, 'Late Steps, an entry into the EP from Dubstep's own Quasar. This time the French producer drops the tempo down to 115bpm, infusing an ominous dub style that entices heads with hypnotic kicks and progressive percussive artefacts.

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Quasar - Late Steps (BAIT5) [Jah-Tek Premiere]

Sub Basics & Toura - Untitled 184

Untitled 187

Second single from Horsepower Productions from the forthcoming EP on Sneaker Social Club.

Pre-order 12" Vinyl: https://bit.ly/SNKR052
Pre-save EP: sq.lnk.to/SNKR052

‘Computer Rock’ rides a tough break slow and hard and injects dystopian electro synth licks into the mix for a darkside roller that celebrates the visionary talent of Jeff Brown, aka Kase 2. Brown pioneered graffiti in the 70s with futuristic styles that still hold sway today, leaning into his own sci-fi imaginings about computer worlds inhabited by extra-terrestrial beings, Brown passed away in 2011, and this track and the attendant B2 cut ‘Kase - Reprise’ pay tribute to a forefather of hip-hop culture by channeling the future shock styles of Bambaataa et al without ever sounding throwback.

Horsepower Productions - Computer Rock

Premiering my song "A Formless Shadow", taken from my debut album "Unspeakable Periphery" releasing Friday May 3rd on XCPT Music. Pre-order the digital release, cassette and A2 art print at https://xcptmusic.bandcamp.com/album/unspeakable-periphery

Full album preview here: https://soundcloud.com/xcptmusic/sentient-unspeakable-periphery-xm010

Unspeakable Periphery

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A Formless Shadow (Premiere) - XM010 (03.05.24)

8 Ruff Dubstep Trax

1 - Conch
2 - Creeper
3 - Satisfy
4 - Judgement
5 - Grayscale
6 - Kaleidoscope 
7 - Muffle
8 - Dwarf Planet

Pugilist - Ruff Trax - Vol 3

@henry-greenleaf delves into a new catalogue series for the label, focusing on vinyl releases. ‘Keepsake’ is a reflective piece on creative exploration and personal growth, written while navigating post-university unemployment. The release samples records and cassettes to weave a unique tapestry of sound, each track stretching anticipations with an eclectic blend of strange sound effects, filter sweeps, and other alterations, showcasing a diverse palette of sound and meticulous attention to detail. Embodying the spirit of fearless innovation, listeners are invited on an immersive pursuit of creativity and connection.

A1. Keepsake
A2. Cafe Boogaloo
B1. Get The Hell Out
B2. Cafe Stalker
Digital Bonus: Get The Hell Out (2-Step Take)

Pre-Orders: https://differentintel.bandcamp.com/album/div001-henry-greenleaf-keepsake-ep

Physical Release: 07/06/2024
Digital Release: TBA

Fresh off the press this release comes on 12”, 180g white label vinyl in black disco sleeves.

‘Keepsake’ introduces listeners to the record with an energetic blend of grungy, ethereal elements, showcasing Henry’s artistic flair. The track seamlessly intertwines dreamlike atmospheres with raw textures, contrasting these layers with intense drum-driven drama, tying it all together to offer a preview of the musical landscape set to define the entirety of the record.

The enigmatic soundscape of ‘Cafe Boogaloo’ carefully warps an unmistakable garage arrangement into an eclectic and hypnotic journey. As the track progresses it embraces the unconventional, introducing a disjointed groove that gradually sinks you further and further into it, defying categorisation and serving as a testament to the creative possibilities within electronic music.

‘Get The Hell Out’ is a formidable force of relentless rhythms that disregard all agreements. The integration of intense drum work with melancholic undertones opposes listeners as it bulldozes along, emerging not only as a force that invites exploration, but also as one that commands your attention - capturing the essence of its title.

In its final notes, ‘Cafe Stalker’ prioritises sound design over club functionality in order to instill a feeling of unease and suspense, crafting an atmosphere of palpable tension and lurking dread. The deliberate pace of the track trudges along, deftly building tension until it inevitably brings the record to a grinding halt.

The digital bonus offers a deconstructed version of ‘Get The Hell Out’ through a 2-step rendition, reminiscent of the iconic days of Big Apple Records and its influence. This interpretation remains faithful to the original composition’s substance and rhythm, merging the nostalgia of early rave culture with Henry’s modern-day touch.

Written & Produced by Henry Greenleaf
Mastered by Precise
Pressed by Well-Tempered
Digital Graphic Design by Milkias Gunsa
Distribution by Rubadub

Keepsake EP

DIV001 - Henry Greenleaf - Keepsake EP

ZamZam 95 is a link with the enigmatic French producer Hiss Is Bliss. We’ve been fans since the very first drop on their 777Hz label and these two sides drive straight to the heart of the dub techno galaxy.

Little is known about Hiss Is Bliss beyond the fact that they hail from France, are steeped in esotericism, and create tunes as masterfully grounded in roots reggae as they are in techno and related strands of electronic music. Their releases are utterly free of hype, beautifully crafted 10” vinyl plates that let the singers and tracks speak for themselves. 

At the risk of being cheeky, “Nope” is absolute dub techno bliss. The 808 kick propels the track relentlessly forward, saturated washes of color streak the night sky, while syncopated hi hats and warm, soulful chords bring life- dare we say funk- to a style too often stiff and clinical, too in thrall to the past to truly step forward. Matching Hiss is Bliss in mystery, Ras Lys’ vocal brings a Dread perspective on music and the sometimes shady business of music, a grounded contrast to the deep inner space explored by the tune itself. The B-side version “Abbadia” splits musical atoms through the desk, focusing squarely on the stripped 4/4 elements and gloriously distorted pads that echo and cycle like tides in a darkly shimmering sea. 

Strictly limited to 800 copies for the world. No digital, no repress. Art, design & screen print by Polygon Press. Mastered by Sam at Precise, pressed at Cascade Record Pressing. Shipping late May, 2024.

Our Soundcloud clips are recorded straight from the vinyl with no additional mastering so you know exactly what you're getting. 

Email zamzamsounds@gmail.com for any info or inquiries.

Hiss Is Bliss "Nope" b/w "Abbadia" 7" ZamZam 95 vinyl blend

Gobi Desert Collective - Vuelo Lento (Avcio & Aspis Remix)

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