London based record label and artist collective squareglass reveal their first offering of 2020, the multifaceted ‘Clarity EP’ from sound engineer, producer and trained jazz saxophonist MagicFX (AKA Dom Kirtley).

The “Clarity EP” comprises 4 shimmering and slightly off-kilter dance music pieces underlined by a strong aesthetic concept. Kirtley explains : “I’m really interested in texture/colour/aesthetic in dance music and tried to focus on that throughout the EP. My goal was to put together something that was light and colourful while being energetic and propulsive, with a lot of textural information to wash over you while listening”.

From the oddball, sci fi sounds of the EP’s title track, through the twisting and intricate, acid-house infused spirals of “Burst” and “Patience”, and soaring closer “Elevate”, “Clarity”’s morphing sounds take centre stage and inform the way in which the tracks unfold, providing a sense of constant transformation.

Produced using an all-hardware, synthesiser-based set up, great emphasis is placed on the texture of each element and its place within the sonic landscape, whilst utilising intricate EQ work and spatial production techniques alongside 90s rave sensibilities. Providing a strong start for the hotly tipped newcomer, the Clarity EP sees MagicFX put his stamp on the current dance music landscape, expertly blending bold, abstract sound design whilst simultaneously constructing solid, dance floor swaying grooves deep throughout.

MagicFX - Clarity EP

London based record label and artist collective Squareglass continue to provide cutting-edge electronic music with their first offering of 2020, the multifaceted ‘Clarity EP’ from sound engineer, producer and trained jazz saxophonist MagicFX (AKA Dom Kirtley). 

The “Clarity EP” comprises 4 shimmering and slightly off-kilter dance music pieces underlined by a strong aesthetic concept. Kirtley explains : “I’m really interested in texture/colour/aesthetic in dance music and tried to focus on that throughout the EP. My goal was to put together something that was light and colourful while being energetic and propulsive, with a lot of textural information to wash over you while listening”

From the oddball, sci fi sounds of the EP’s title track, through the twisting and intricate, acid-house infused spirals of “Burst” and “Patience”, and soaring closer “Elevate”, “Clarity”’s morphing sounds take centre stage and inform the way in which the tracks unfold, providing a sense of constant transformation. 

Produced using an all-hardware, synthesiser-based set up, great emphasis is placed on the texture of each element and its place within the sonic landscape, whilst utilising intricate EQ work and spatial production techniques alongside 90s rave sensibilities. Providing a strong start for the hotly tipped newcomer, the Clarity EP sees MagicFX put his stamp on the current dance music landscape, expertly blending bold, abstract sound design whilst simultaneously  constructing solid, dance floor swaying grooves deep throughout.

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London based record label and artist collective squareglass reveal their first offering of 2020, the multifaceted ‘Clarity EP’ from sound engineer, producer and trained jazz saxophonist MagicFX (AKA Dom Kirtley). 

The “Clarity EP” comprises 4 shimmering and slightly off-kilter dance music pieces underlined by a strong aesthetic concept. Kirtley explains : “I’m really interested in texture/colour/aesthetic in dance music and tried to focus on that throughout the EP. My goal was to put together something that was light and colourful while being energetic and propulsive, with a lot of textural information to wash over you while listening”

From the oddball, sci fi sounds of the EP’s title track, through the twisting and intricate, acid-house infused spirals of “Burst” and “Patience”, and soaring closer “Elevate”, “Clarity”’s morphing sounds take centre stage and inform the way in which the tracks unfold, providing a sense of constant transformation. 

Produced using an all-hardware, synthesiser-based set up, great emphasis is placed on the texture of each element and its place within the sonic landscape, whilst utilising intricate EQ work and spatial production techniques alongside 90s rave sensibilities. Providing a strong start for the hotly tipped newcomer, the Clarity EP sees MagicFX put his stamp on the current dance music landscape, expertly blending bold, abstract sound design whilst simultaneously  constructing solid, dance floor swaying grooves deep throughout.

MagicFX - Elevate

The tantalising thought of the returning night keeps the blood pumping and the clock galloping on. Visceral images of draft beer with loved ones amidst an entire cast of strangers causes my mouth to salivate and my resolve to harden. They say you never know the worth of water till the well is dry. For now, confinement is merely a period of self-reflection and a profound opportunity to develop an appetite for life. 

London-based label and artist-collective squareglass gift us with ‘Clarity’, the latest EP from Dom Kirtley, best known as ‘MagicFX’. The four-track release is a frenetic and jubilant collection of house and techno tracks, each of which is brought to life utilising a combination of physical synthesisers and Kirtley’s infinite expertise in sound. Our pick ‘Burst’ is a colour-soaked house track, dripping in acid influences. With squelching basslines, subtle pads, light breaks and four to the floor kicks, the track overflows with energetic optimism.

PREMIERE: MagicFX - Burst [squareglass]

MagicFX - Patience

squareglass is an artist-led record label and collective, founded in 2014 in South East London and run by @athlete-whippet and @semi_precious.

The label focuses on emerging artists from South East London and beyond, having released original works and remixes by artists including Athlete Whippet, Semi Precious, Le Son, Olugbenga, Ross From Friends, Baltra, Max Graef and Seb Wildblood. 

Contact: info@squareglass.co.uk