Bandcamp exclusive 👀

Beatrice M. treating us to a XXXL V.I.P. version of Fortunately which came out earlier in the year on INTL.PDCOMP002 <3

Beatrice M. - Fortunately (V.I.P.) (INTL.PDS001)

@count2count

MR002 sent in direct from Brno covers a sub-scape of sounds reflecting a current shift in the scene. Count’s sophomore EP showcases a versatile and refined style both in idea and application. Brno’s newest emergence has already had a hand in much that the scene has to offer. Between being a resident/booker at filtr and a regular host on Infame Radio, many have heard count playing at other venues such as Vitamin, Fraktal, and Ankali.

Taking form over a range of bpms, three original tracks accompanied by two remixes come together to shape this tightly knit project. The first track on the EP aptly named “WORK” is an enigmatic drum puzzler highlighted by the familiar voice of Missy Elliot. The track also comes as break-y dance floor heater when remixed by Brazilian -> Berlin based producer/DJ alys(alys)alys. Moving forward to “SPLIT”, a slow stepping wub of a track that is sure to take even the most menacing systems to the red. Stocked with its fair share of change ups, the track also gets tuned to run quick in a remix by Australian producer Lithe. The remix features a rendition of the track reminiscent of a calmer time, although still with its full share of sub attacks. The EP closes with the more introverted rhythm of “STICK N POKE”. This final track finds its niche within the opening or closing of a set when atmosphere is at a premium.

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WORK [MR002]

BANDCAMP

COUNT - STICK N POKE

Following his 2021 debut on the reverse label with Retreat Ites EP and a spot on the Molten Mirrors compilation, Jurango is back on Livity Sound with another four tracks of low-slung soundsystem pressure. 

On An Amorphous Mass EP Jurango presents a particularly focused sound which draws on halftime D&B, dancehall and broken techno all filtered through the meditative pulse of low tempo club music. The measured pace of the tracks doesn’t detract from their weight, whether it manifests in the heavy roll of murky opener ‘Big Saver’, ‘Inner Seam’s mutant dembow rhythm or the heady breakbeat chops of the title track. The stripped-back subs and fractured percussion of ‘Muni Ce Boa’ close the record in potent yet understated style, proving minimal music doesn’t have to compromise on impact for the dance.

Jurango - An Amorphous Mass

@hassan-abou-alam

BC: https://piezopz.bandcamp.com/album/fast-fists-fest-ansia007

Bridging the gap between footwork and left-field UK sounds,'Fast Fists Fest' presents a thorough selection of mind-bending club weapons spanning the 150-160 bpm bracket, bringing together a global crew of trailblazing sound adventurers.

6 artists, 4 continents: ANSIA007 shines a light on a diverse and international pool of producers whilst remaining coherent and in tune with the label's signature, unconventional approach to techno.

Fast Fists Fest

pi pi pi premiere: Hassan Abou Alam - Ma3rafsh (Ansia)

The rooms were empty, each one sprawled out one after the other as they wandered between the vast corridors casting glances down hallways and into chambers. This place was magical, a temple of paradise in which wild things had happened and great kings and princes had reigned.

Who knew what fabled lore had been spoken of between these walls. The parties, the dances and the moments shared.

Now it sat empty, a temple for sublet, empty and waiting for the highest bidder.

Yet they never bid.

Glimmerman returns to First Second Label with a belter of an EP. One for the bass heads and the basement movers and shakers.

PREMIERE: Glimmerman - Temple Sublet [First Second Label]

First single from the forthcoming SPD EP on Sneaker Social Club

Pre-order EP here:
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'Genbu' deals in the kind of stripped back, snaking sequences that keep a body of people rolling deep into the dance, powered by sounds so crisp you'd think they'd slipped out of a trouser press.

Pre-order

SPD - Genbu [SNKRX015]

Post Namen

Cruise through city lights and midnight highways with this car lofi vibe — a perfect blend of chill beats, ambient textures, and driving rhythm. Whether you're on a solo night drive or relaxing in your parked car, this soundtrack sets the mood for reflection, peace, and aesthetic motion. 🚗✨

🎧 Tags: #carlofi #lofibeats #drivingmusic #chillhop #nightdrive #aestheticvibes #studybeats #lofimood #retrovibes #relaxingmusic

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Neutronic Opera (Deep Flow Remix)

COP ENVY - CRY002
OUT AUGUST 2018
Global distribution via Rubadub.

Sydney via Melbourne-sider Cop Envy brings forth two heartbursting, patient and effective tools to mark the return of the Cry Baby imprint - long silent after their debut exploration with Dan White.

The anachoic, blistering tones of Balanced push the vinyl medium to it's absolute limits with Heavy, HEAVY bass and incredulously well produced embellishments making this a DJ tool for the year 3000. 

Leisure laces the flip with something a little closer to the present day no thanks to  barely melodic musical structures peeling away to reveal the rhythmic intricacies and soul rattling subsonics that roll effortlessly through to the bitter end. REWIND.

Cop Envy - Leisure

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