R$N Premieres: October 2018

There was much to see and much to do beneath the covered streets, the tarpaulin which hung from atop the towering buildings cast a shadow down upon the densely packed close. This was Owino market and the price was right for whatever and whichever wonder you chose to buy upon that fine day. The air was close and the tiny alleyways packed with the hustle and bustle of people moving between market stalls - the heat was stale under the tightly packed coveralls and inside was all the trinkets and treats you might ever desire. 

Kawuku Sound is the collaborative project of two electronic producers Contours and Cervo who have worked alongside Ugandan percussion troupe Fonkodelis Arkestra. They have release a six track EP with a blend of influences.

Kawuku Sound

PREMIERE: Kawuku  Sound - Owino Market [Banana Hill]

There was very little to be seen out here but for rocks and sand. The dust blew abruptly in great clouds across the open expanse under the dense breeze of the midsummer wind. It was hot and heavy, making the eyes sting and a clenched face a must. The glowing pink sky offered the slight promise of rain and a cool release at some point in the near future but for now it was up to them to ride out the mist in all the glory of the Eastern world. It was going to be a long afternoon...

Terr is an artist moving from strength to strength - following releases on the likes of Permanent Vacation she now appears on Clash Lion with a sprawling assortment of electronics.

Dust

PREMIERE: Terr - Dust (Terr Raw Electro Mix) [Clash Lion]

The people in the room began to dance, worries were left outside on the pavement and would not be collected until sometime tomorrow morning. All love within this desparate place was to be found amidst the room, what was external was to be forgotten and ignored for the time being. He had come here to dance with freedom and self preservation. This was his night upon the floor and the rest of society could give a damn how he moved to and fro with a swing in his step. 

Ryan Berkeley is set to release an inspired new EP on Houses In Motion in what will be the fifth outing on the record label. A strong release spanning a breadth of genres and style - this one is a treat.

PREMIERE: Ryan Berkeley - All Love [Houses In Motion]

The sunlight was piercing through the blind as he lay softly upon the cushioned floor. Inside the apartment it was still dark and shadowy after the carnage of the night before. Opwning his eyes he looked around to observe the scene which had unfolded. Toppled tables and chairs lay scattered upon the floor like discarded toys whilst music still echoed on from the speaker sat promptly in the corner of the room. He let out a sigh and smiled, this was home. 

ONIPA is set to release a new afro inspiredEP on Mawimbi Records and Wormfood Records. Mr. Boom is on remix duties for this one.

PREMIERE: ONIPA - Open My Eyes (Mr. Boom Remix) [Mawimbi & Wormfood Records]

The earth rotated slowly day by day, the moon would appear only to be swept away by the dense blue sky of the morning and the radiant light. The sun had more power than we might ever imagine - to some it was a god, to others simply an incomprehensible object millions of miles away beyond reach. Heaven forbid the day we might find ourself within the touching distance of the great orb for we might burn helplessly to death - a little planet wiped out by fire, one with which we should never have played. 

Night Noise are set to release a new EP by Mantas & Vencla complete with an intriguing rework by the infamous Pete Herbert. Not one to take half measures his cut is inspired and strong.

PREMIERE: Mantas & Vencla - Sun (Pete Herbert Remix)[Night Noise]

The noise was bellowing and he could feel the pressure bubbling within the small cabin as the train whizzed beneath the murky depths of the city. The underground was no place to spend a comedown let alone at rush hour as the busy people of the day to day world moved here and there with little care for pleasantries. He took his seat in the packed carriage and began to wonder where he might end at the last stop. The end of the line was coming, this much was clear. 

The Healing Company are set to reissue a piece of rave gold in the form of Automation's "Comedown". It comes accompanied with some finely tuned remixes of which Adesse Versions' is one.

Comedown

PREMIERE: Automation - Comedown (Adesse Versions Remix) [The Healing Company]

There was a small revival of people who had left from the big city to embrace the far and distant future of the countryside. Wild and free they danced beside fires under the pale glow of the moonlight by standing stones which had arrived long before their time. They told stories late into the night, tall tales from the depths of their past in the big haunting city of lights which they had left so long behind. It was not a place which they would ever return, why would they dream of such a lifestyle when they had the world at their feet amidst the green?

All City Records are set to reissue a highly sought after post punk record from the depths of Irish obscurity. Stano's "Content To Write In I Dine Weathercraft" has fetched a pretty penny on Discogs across the years, This track features Michael O'Shea.

PREMIERE: Stano  - Seance Of A Kondalike [All City]

The siren roared from atop the lighthouse as the storm battered against the coast. It was a night of trouble in the bay and at this point it was hard to tell who or what might make it out alive. The wind howled with a wild roar as the rain crashed down from the blackened heavens up above. Boats tossed and turned in an attempt to wrestle with the dangerous waves and they could only hope that the weather might soon pass. This was unprecedented, a beating like no other. 

Autarkic is set to release a startling new EP on Hoga Nord Rekords, an imprint of which we are very fond. He delivers a trademark blow to the club with intriguing orchestration and melody.

PREMIERE: Autarkic - Troubles In The Bay [Höga Nord]

German DJ/producer David Hanke (best known for his long-standing work as Renegades Of Jazz) returns next week with a brand new 12"! Out 19th October via South London label Shapes of Rhythm, 'Der Kugelkreis' is home to two slices of what Hanke calls "Krauthaus" - deep, winding, psychedelic house music for the afterparty crew. Pure in conception and thoughtful in execution, both of these tracks are sure to be picked up by discerning DJs. Our pick is 'Permutation', a slow burner that dazzles with yearning chords, organic percussion and kaleidoscopic vocal cut ups.

Der Kugelkreis

PREMIERE: David Hanke - Permutation [Shapes of Rhythm]

There was a beautiful song which played peacefully in his mind when he began to think about the past and memories of her. How was he supposed to ever forget about her, let alone you. You had been the one in his mind since the very first day on earth all those many years ago. You was the last one he saw when he closed the door at night and went to bed. You lived on in his dreams, a beautiful daring fantasy which challenged him to forget, he could not. 

TÂCHES is set to release a beautifully emotional EP on Glitter Cowboy, a release which glimmers and shines with a touching, poignant grace which can sometimes be hard to channel through dance music.

Lessons In Loss

PREMIERE: TÂCHES  - How Could I Forget You [Glitter Cowboy]

The sky was littered with beautiful stars which looked down upon the earth with a pristine glow and a distant shimmer. They flew amidst the night of black as the orbiting planets moved slowly under the watchful gaze of the sun. Space was remarkable and the wonder of the universe was more prevalent than it had ever been before as the rocket ship cruised through the moonlight hour. Inside the cockpit they were a million miles away from home but had never felt more alive...

Delian League is a promising up and coming producer based in Montreal. A wealth of talent and diverse musicality is presented throughout this EP for Room II Records.

Orbitals EP

PREMIERE: Delian League - Orbitals [Room II Records]

Next up on the always excellent Optimo Music is a debut EP from Nashville artist Stranded. Out 26th October on vinyl and digital, the 'Celine's Dilemma' EP is home to four originals and a remix of the title track by RSD aka Rob Smith of seminal Bristol production duo Smith & Mighty.

Despite hailing from Nashville, Stranded has a longing appreciation for the world's great cities of dance - whether it be Detroit, Manchester or Berlin - hence his moniker. Stirring up a vibrant melting pot of post-punk, dub, disco and synth pop, the EP throbs with communal energy, tinged with modern day alienation and unease. Our pick is 'Nervous Splendor' which comes at you like Lee Perry jamming with Television.

Celine's Dilemma

PREMIERE: Stranded - Nervous Splendor [Optimo Music]

The train was very busy and each seat in the carriage was taken. Walking along the platform he peered in through the dirty windows to catch a glimpse of the faces preparing to make their journey far, far away. The station echoed with the sound of a neverending tannoy which groaned and groaned with more promise and urgency with each horrible announcement. It was as if they liked to prepare you for the bitter goodbye long before you cast one solitary wave into the distance as the train whirred away. This was the way of the world. 

Lucky Charmz is set to release a new EP on Lehult, a widely supported label which is championing a new wave of talent and musicality. House is the agenda and this one is great.

PREMIERE: Lucky Charmz - Einbahnstrassen Sound [Lehult]

The police station was not the type of place for an ego or arrogance. It was a place in which to act natural, to be cool and made up - pristine, polished and clean.... whatever that means. People came and went as he sat waiting upon the stiff metal framed chair which groaned beneath his eager weight. It was as if they had chosen to make it as uncomfortable as possible, not even a victim of criminal activity would be granted comfort in the warmth of an armchair. It was the job of the authority to simply remind anyone who took foot in that space that they were the boss and you didn't want to ever end up back here again. 

Saine is set to release a four track EP on the illustrious Delusions Of Grandeur, a favourite amidst house music heads and those who love to dance. This one has a sweet groove with a deep moving bassline.

PREMIERE: Saine - Act Natural [Delusions Of Grandeur]

There was a number held high upon a sign which overlooked the platform beneath. People came and went each day, travelling from the station to far and distant places which the staff might not ever imagine let alone visit for themselves. Platform 1.4 seemed to be the most beautiful of waiting areas, it would appear that the rich, fantastic people of the world would leave upon a great train via the concrete edge only never to return to London and what lay in wait behind. This was for the special. 

Conversion is the wonderful alias of Jorge Caiado, a producer with a brilliant track record and a fine ear. He delivers electro and techno on a new EP which sees him testing the muscle of his own capabilities. Interesting and ready, these are great tracks.

1 EP [Conversion]

PREMIERE: Conversion - 1.4 [Conversion]

Chicago veteran Chrissy is one of the most versatile DJs out there, effortlessly joining the dots between house, disco, jungle and footwork. He's certainly no slouch as a producer either, having released on a range of labels including Freerange, Hypercolour and Planet Mu. His latest album 'Resilience' is a callback to the classic rave sounds of his Midwestern youth, packed full of choppy breakbeats and euphoric pianos.

'Resilience' is being released on Chiwax as a series of three individual 12" EPs, followed by the full digital album in November. Part 2 is out later this week, and we've got the premiere of 'Play Structure' which features a guest appearance from Berlin-based techno artist Dean Grenier.

Resilience

PREMIERE: Chrissy - Play Structure (feat. Dean Grenier)

Next up on Calypso Records is Aristidez, who has emerged as an important figure in his hometown of Lima with the Casalocasa parties which he has run since 2012, and has used to bring the likes of Hunee, Matias Aguayo and Kim Ann Foxman to the city. Having previously released on labels including Disque Discos and Discos Aquelarre, Aristidez's brand new 'Evasivas Esotericas' EP takes the listener on a journey dipped in Peruvian culture through the streets of Lima.

We're very happy to be premiering a remix of lead track 'Nada Nada' by Russian duo Simple Symmetry who've previously released on Disco Halal. Mysteriously titled the 'What Happens After Death' remix, it ups the tempo with frenzied vocals and clattering drums.

Evasivas Esotericas

PREMIERE: Aristidez - Nada Nada (Simple Symmetry 'What Happens After Death' Remix)

The room fell deadly quiet as she took to the stage for they knew what might come next. Outside the protest was silent as they watched upon big screens what might be a forecast for the end of the world. The opening statement was full of hate and craft, it had been cleverly devised to incite trouble and to provoke outrage. This was the work of a political tyrant and there was little that the people of this once great country could do but watch as the riddle unravelled before their very eyes. Doom was next...

DMX Krew is a producer who needs little introduction, a longstanding experimentalist with a passion for the rough and rugged fringes of electronic music and hardware. He releases a new EP on London based imprint Byrd Out, who we recently profiled.

Stellar Gateway

PREMIERE: DMX Krew - Opening Statement [Byrd Out]

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Following on from the 'Aset Forever' EP by label bosses Dusky, the next release on 17 Steps comes courtesy of Russian duo Formally Unknown, who've previously appeared on Moscow's Capital Bass and their own Bass Oddity imprint. Out 19th October, the 'Off Peak' EP exists somewhere near the intersection between Detroit techno, UK bass weight and the CoOp scene.

We're very happy to be premiering the title track, which mixes twitchy bleeps and thunderous bass pulses with splintered percussion and a butter-smooth breakdown. So deep you'd need a submarine to even catch a glimpse.

Off Peak

PREMIERE: Formally Unknown - Off Peak [17 Steps]

As his eyes began to close he began to wonder whether or not he might wake to the warm glow of the morning once more or if he might be lost to the dense darkness which would overwhelm and conquer his senses for the time being. Victor's dream was humble and honest, refreshing yet haunting. There were magical creatures and wicked stories which lived within the far outer reaches of his mind, ideas which he had little control over which would seem to come from the abyss after hours. It was quiet now outside, nobody was around to disturb his rest, nothing but his own chaotic thoughts and nightmares. 

Peter Gordon is set to release his first full length album on Foom in three years. He delivers five abstract tracks with the same carefully crafted orchestration with which he has been associated and admired for many years. Gabe Gurnsey of Factory Floor features on drums throughout.

Eighteen

PREMIERE: Peter Gordon - Victor's Dream [Foom]

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