"Chatter / Judgement" [PSI010]

Label: Challenger Deep UK
Format: 300 pcs. 12" - vinyl only
Mastering: Ten Eight Seven
Distribution: Unearthed Sounds

Review by Juno Records:
"Viennese producer Gnischrew's occasional vinyl releases tend to be ultra-limited affairs, with his most recent outings being pressed as dubplates of which less than 50 copies exist. Mercifully, there are far more copies floating around of this Challenger Deep label debut, though as ever with the popular label demand may outstrip supply. A-side 'Chatter' is a bona-fide rib-cage rattler: an echo-laden slab of slow motion digi-dub that blurs the boundaries between authentic 21st century dub and the hazy, mind-altering sonics of deep dubstep. Those looking for a higher tempo and more obvious dancefloor potential should check the pitched-down deep dubstep flex of flipside 'Judgement', whose low-end pressure is undeniably heavy."

Chatter / Judgement

Chatter / Judgement [PSI010] [Clip]

After experiencing numerous collective moments on dance floors, Yotah and Voicheck were inspired to share their own take on bass music. Blending fast-paced rhythms with gritty basslines and a touch of experimental sound design, 'LiDAR' carries a heavy, yet playful energy, originating from their deep-rooted friendship.

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Composition, Mixing, Mastering by Yotah & Voicheck
Artwork by Voicheck
Released by CRTTR

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Ahead of the forthcoming album by Clocks & Barometers, we are thrilled to share two tracks, including a pre-order 7" lathe cut vinyl dubplate. Don't miss this rare limbo artefact from two of the label's finest (Dive Reflex Service + Lupo = C&B)

Pre order your copy at https://limbotapes.bandcamp.com/album/book-vin-iii

and grab the digital now

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SERA022: Satellite Era presents “Signals From The Uncharted Expanse EP,” an array of acidic sound baths by Julian La Brooy, best known as Hitori Tori.

Out now on all major platforms: ffm.to/sera022

The braindance movement of the 90s was a pivotal era for electronic music, marking the sharpest left turn up to that point. As we began to connect through the World Wide Web, it was only a matter of time until producers would inspire each other to outpace their newfound internet peers. What would a post-braindance ecosystem look like?

Early adopters of drill ‘n’ bass, a neutral zone between braindance and jungle, likely could not have imagined what would come next. Enter the realm of breakcore - a high-stakes, high-octane subgenre that completely shook the experimental music scene in North America. From this point forward, there were no rules left to break, and with technology improving in quality and accessibility, the underground circuit of the early 2010s bloomed with fresh talent. To defeat oversaturation, beatmakers undoubtedly had to adapt to the obscurities within newly developing sound palettes; it is no surprise that we eventually landed on Vancouver-based artist Hitori Tori and his standout collection of eclectic sonics.

After mysteriously setting free demos from the early 2000s that made waves on Soulseek, Hitori Tori went on to become one of Canada’s best exports in experimental electronics. His consistent output landed him on grassroots record labels worldwide such as Kaometry, Occult Research, Concrete Collage, and recently - our friends at Evel. His signature sound evolved from fuzzy and rustic braindance elements, to pure breakbeat chaos. His approach to breakcore diverges from his predecessors, incorporating more atmosphere in the stereo, melodic sequences, and playful vocal samples to round it up. His latest contribution to the experimental music sphere expands on all these ideas, with a slight acidic aftertaste.

We welcome Hitori Tori to our crew with “Signals From The Uncharted Expanse EP,” an otherworldly project that takes his breakcore proficiency a step further while under the influence of acid techno. The basis of each track, unpredictable by nature, is a live performance that incorporates real-time sampling and improvising jams on his drum pads. At the heart of his production is the use of a tracker software, which is masterfully pushed to its limits throughout the EP. This can be heard in the single “Respite Compote,” a track that rapidly progresses from a sole acidic bassline, to a collage of disorderly drums and carefully selected vocal cuts. Keeping the energy up is “Younger Loves Phone,” a perfect showcase of his dedication to the renowned 303 synthesizer for this project. For those unable to process such rapid drum work, “Birdtits” and “Knots Will Fring” turn the tempo down to serve as accessible breakbeat workouts made for the dancefloor. “Racepatoc” is a suitable conclusion to the EP, with twitchy percussion proceeding into its outro that sounds like it belongs on a video game soundtrack - an arcade fighter, perhaps.

“Signals From The Uncharted Expanse EP” is a caustic celebration of what Hitori Tori has always excelled in - creating shapeshifting soundscapes full of disorderly drums and memorable samples. Though his forward-thinking style has progressed throughout the years, it still pays homage to what made experimental electronic music inimitable. The project becomes mutated with a newly discovered acid techno obsession, complementing his off-kilter drum programming and nostalgic vocals effortlessly. 

Written & produced by Julian La Brooy
Mastered by Amir Mashayekhi
Cover art & visuals by Nic Juister

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After a short hiatus , in line with Bandcamp's revenue days for artists , we are going to be unveiling a short run of digital exclusives available via Bandcamp only . These releases will be available for one month only , so be sure to snap them up !
We hope everybody is doing well during these unknown dystopian times, sending our love.
Antagonist & Fortune
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released October 2, 2020
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