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Sam Paganini - Rave

Foremost international techno outlet Drumcode is delighted to announce the release of its next full-length album, ‘Satellite’, by enduring Italian techno talent Sam Paganini.

Though he has been active since the mid nineties, recent years have been hugely successful for Sam, with searing techno EPs coming on revered labels such as Riche Hawtin’s Plus8, Sven Vath’s Cocoon and of course, Adam Beyer’s Drumcode. In his time he has been responsible for underground hits like ‘Zoe’, ‘Polyester’ and ‘Fire In My Arms’, all of which demonstrate his dynamic understanding of sexy, dark and hypnotic techno grooves and at the same time have earned him plenty of great Beatport chart positions as well as respect from the best in the game.

Incredibly, ‘Satellite’ is Sam’s first full-length album. Informed by his DJ gigs at legendary places like Berghain in Berlin and Cielo in New York, the album starts with a dystopian bit of sonic scene setting, as if a space ship is charging up ready to take off.

From there it’s a case of getting straight down to business. ‘Another Chance’ is a spacey bit of cantering techno and ‘White’ is rooted in devastating kick drums and is riddled with serrated synth lines that build lots of great techno pressure. ‘Down’ is an undulating bit of funky techno complete with choice vocal flourishes and tracks like ‘Lotus’ are prime offerings from the deeper end of the scale.

No two tracks sound the same on Satellite: Sam is always teasing out a new bit of texture, nailing a slightly different vibe or exploring different amounts of light and dark throughout the course of this most excellent album. This is evidenced by diverse cuts like ‘Dusty’, ‘Toxic’ and ‘Rave’.

Despite ‘Satellite’ being Sam’s debut album, it showcases his seductive style in all its glory across 12 fantastic tracks that will leave you begging for more.

Sam Paganini - Rave - Drumcode - DCCD10

Released Oct 14th 1995
Compiled and Mixed by John Digweed 
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Techcows: Shooter - NYE 2016

Hear mixes from Ben UFO & Helena Hauff, Noaipre, Intergalactic Gary and Kerri Chandler in this roundup from our stage at Sónar Festival.

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Techcows is the coming together of three Audiophiles dedicated to solid, technical mixes with those who share the passion for good electronic music. We are also about having fun and not taking things too seriously. We can be found playing out regularly in the Electronic music scene in Victoria BC Canada, and boast a large collection of both live and studio mixes here for your listening pleasure. Enjoy, and please comment! 

Background:

Paul Malarkey:
Hailing from Victoria BC, Paul started DJing in 1998, attempting to play hip hop on two belt driven tables worth $100. After being introduced to the house music scene in 1999, he quickly adopted this new style and started playing at house parties around Victoria. From there he moved on to play one-offs at several local clubs such as Sketchy Mex, Hush, Evolution, and Sweet Waters. His experience and dedication to a broad range of music genres gives Delbert an eclectic and capturing sound. You will hear Paul's technical proficiency and ear for a booty shaking beat comes through in his elaborate yet spot on mixing style. 

The Lone Rayjay aka L.R.J.:
Originally from Halifax NS, The L.R.J. started mixing vinyl in early 2000, focusing on a love for both dark and liquid/jazzy Drum & Bass. L.R.J. spent several years in the Jungle scene, first playing regularly at Evolution, and later several solo club gigs including Neptune Soundbar, Hush, and Sweet Waters. In 2008 L.R.J. refocused inward into exploring more 4 on the floor beats in the House, Techno, and Minimal genres. However, his love for DnB and some of the darker elements of music still come through in his track selection. Listen for long subtle mixing that creates a journey through a range of emotions.

Shooter:
Shooter has has been dishing out the finest in house music since 2001. A true Born and Bred Vancouver Islander who's love for house music was at first sight. Shooter is an old school vinyl junkie who won't let anything come between him and his Allen & Heath or Tech 1200's. A true house lover, he knows how to get the booties shaking with his funky, sometimes soulful deep house with a hip hop flair. Shooter is also known to lay down some straight-up prime-time house beats. If there's a party that needs a dance floor full of body bouncing, arms-in-the-air dance crazies, Shooter's your Man! Bangers baby!
 
Technology (for the sound geeks!):
We have dabbled in several hardware platforms over the years, and most recently have been playing on Native Instruments' Kontrol S4 Controller and Kontrol Z2 w/ Traktor Scratch Vinyl.

For studio mixing, Delbert often uses the AKAI APC 40 w/ Ableton in concert w/ NI's S4 and Traktor. L.R.J. has been experimenting with NI's Z2 and Traktor Scratch w/ Tech 1200's or Vestax PDX 2000, and custom effects mappings on NI's Kontrol F1. Shooter alternates between Serato w/ Tech 1200's and Allen&Heath Xone 32, and Traktor w/ NI's S4.


Techcows: Shooter - NYE 2016

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