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@jacksonhalemusic

Subverting compositional and design tropes each step of the way, the Zonra project has maintained a striking consistency in its escape from the norms of conventional electronic music. Straddled somewhere between the dance-centric sound of contemporary bass music producers and the aural experimentation developed by IDM pioneers, Jackson Hale achieves a stable balance between groove and intrigue with each subsequent release, moving that needle closer to either end whenever the need arises. In time-tested fashion, his latest LP is a work of beauty from every angle, and as such, The Rust is incredibly excited to premiere Time Is A Tool as our 61st label release.

Previous Zonra records have featured an amalgam of shredded synthesis, mean breakdowns, and carefully threaded melodic elements. Unsurprisingly, Hale flipped the script entirely for Time Is A Tool; The LP’s opening moments involve smooth harmonies egressing into smooth cadence, and that relationship carries on throughout each track. Choice waves of tension and release, told through the intentional splaying of tones and textures into glitched-out symphonies, creates a permeable catharsis within each fold of the record, slowly churning the listener towards the album’s zenith. Opting for slow, caressing tempos and chord phrases reminiscent of serene lullabies, the traditional throaty bass lines and hyper-compressed downbeats are put out to pasture in favor of a record filled to the brim with particularly intentional and resoundingly magical moments of introspection and rest. For those keen on finding their next sonic journey amidst a crowd with a dancefloor focus, Time Is A Tool is assuredly the album you’ve been searching for.

Composed, produced, and mixed by Jackson Hale
Mastering by Mindex
Artwork by Katie Hale

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Time Is A Tool

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Zonra & Jackson Hale - Canis Familiaris

Dualism EP is out now on Merkaba Music <3

Soloe’s debut release, ‘Dualism’, refers to the idea of having two distinct but complementary elements; in this case, the eclectic mix of soulful ambient and dreamy sounds with glitchy basses and psychedelic frequencies. The rich and textured soundscapes, evoke a sense of raw, untamed beauty, while the basslines are powerful, driving, and punchy, providing a grounding force that keeps the music anchored.

Whether you’re looking for something to dance to or just something to vibe out to, this EP is for those who appreciate the delicate balance of opposing forces and the unique beauty that emerges from the tension between them. The tracks embody the duality of light and dark, delicate and heavy, and natural and synthetic providing an ethereal and captivating experience.

Hope you enjoy!

Dualism EP

Ascension

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An altered perspective to the painting

Celestial Sphere

A mesmerizing journey through the boundless heavens—a sonic interpretation of the ancient concept that envisions the stars as part of a grand, cosmic tapestry. The track opens with ambient layers that stretch endlessly, evoking the vast, mysterious expanse of space. Glitchy nuances ripple through the soundscape, like distant signals from forgotten galaxies, while delicate piano notes cascade like stardust, connecting the listener to something fragile and profound. Twinkling tones and strange, otherworldly sounds emerge, conjuring the awe of gazing at the infinite sky. As the song progresses, it draws you deeper into its celestial rhythm, a poignant reminder of humanity’s small yet meaningful place in the universe.

Celestial Sphere

Track 11 from the album "Crystal Consciousness", released 11.11.11.  Remastered and released as part of the Ascended Addition, released on 4.24.24. Streaming on all major platforms. Download on Bandcamp (name your own price): https://skytree.bandcamp.com/album/crystal-consciousness-ascended-addition

Crystal Consciousness (Ascended Addition)

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Cherish It [WIP]

My remix of Somatoast's "Bear Brains". 
Get it here https://somatoast.bandcamp.com/album/unraveling-ep

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Somatoast - Bear Brains (Zonra Remix)

The opening track off 'States of Being' EP, out now on Mycelium Music



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Smigonaut - Lost At Sea

Lusid Vinyl DJ set submission for Tipper and Friends. 100% Original Tracks produced, instrumentals, mixed on vinyl by Lusid with a little live scriggitty scratchin on the side. 
Thanks for Listening! 

Track List:
Lusid Ft. Poor Explorer - Seeker
Lusid - Calypso
The Travelers - Paper Tab Portal
Lusid x CHAD KA-CHOW - SoLus
CHAD KA-CHOW - Vaporwave
Lusid - The Island of Misfit Noise
Lusid - Scratch Cab
Lusid - Pozytywka

lusidelia.com
whereschad.com
poorexplorer.bandcamp.com 

https://www.facebook.com/LuSiDMusic/

https://www.facebook.com/chadkachow/

Lusid Vinyl DJ Tipper & Friends Mix 2017

Free Download: https://www.toneden.io/gravitas-recordings/post/deez-maxfield-wippasnappa-infusion-04-07

With our series of singles: Infusion, our goal is to deliver fresh singles to you on the regular, stay tuned!

Follow DeeZ:
Soundcloud: @deez
Facebook: www.facebook.com/DeeZBass
Twitter: www.twitter.com/deez_bass

Follow Maxfield:
Soundcloud: @jake-maxfield
Facebook: www.facebook.com/maxfieldmusicgroup

Infusion Vol. 4

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DeeZ & Maxfield - WhippaSnappa [Infusion 04 / 07]

Cosmic Spanking

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https://www.therustmusic.net/rusted-rhythms/rusted-rhythms-vol-28-backpack

Jazz-infused 140 bpm system music has been monopolizing our attention for some time now. Philadelphia-based producer/DJ backpack is obsessed with the music, too, and for the 28th installment of Rusted Rhythms he’s strung together a one-hour mix full of this emerging left field sound. He displays a discerning ear for selecting the sound and a strong hand for mixing it. Selections include tracks from Chord Marauders residents Jafu and Geode, as well as a buffet of selections from the innovative Smallprint Recordings imprint based in Brighton, UK. In addition to these top-of-class choices, Rusted Rhythms Vol. 28 offers perhaps the largest amount of original backpack music existing in one place to date. Each cut is weighty and impressive, including collaborations with other Philadelphia-based producers wiseyoungfool and 5AM which represents stylistic fusions. It’s not all system music, though. Stick around until the end to hear backpack round out the mix in style with tunes rooted in hip-hop, including one true classic.

Tracklist:
Blicka - Loading Screen
Sun - You
Khromi - Dressed In Camo
Jafu - Capturing the Storm VIP
Kadet P - Cloudy Eyes and Bright Words
Samba - Stripes
Ternion Sound - Nicky P
Eva808 - Psycho Sushi
J:Kenzo - Cross Polarity
Geode - Lark Ascending
Dillard & Subtle Mind - Temporal
backpack - Wither
backpack - Delirium
backpack - Eventually
backpack & Zejibo - Desolation
backpack & wiseyoungfool - Orchestral Harmonics
backpack & 5AM - Off Beat Style
Goth-Trad - Born to Know
Escapism Refuge - Dent
Submotion Orchestra - Forever
Traces - Nature
Zejiboo - part_2_
Krimson - Dr Green
5AM - Peace Mode
Danny Breaks - The Jellyfish
Flamingosis - Hidden Attraction

Artwork by Only Motif

Rusted Rhythms

Rusted Rhythms Vol. 28 - backpack

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