Rotations Mixes

Some mixes + music by the Neurocrank crew (AKA Allure, Nebula & al dente)

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The Inner Sound 014: Zomboy (Space’d)

Founder of Naarm collective @spacedistheplace, Zomboy presents an hour of soothing jazz records.

www.daisyrecords.com.au

The Inner Sound 014: Zomboy (Space’d)

@melt man and music man @felinefine blesses us with a mix more geared towards home listening, a change of pace for Willis. A trip for you in your oasis. 
Peace.

Feline Fine - Space'd Guest 015

2 hours of soulful dancefloor cuts in this months Sweet Ones from Kane and his guest DJ Komanche. Deep House and Grarage tracks from Huxley, Three Kings and Oppidan & Hans Glader.

Sweet Ones w/ Kane &  DJ Komanche - May 2021

Welcome Hugh From Cygnus aka Dj Hugh aka Hugh Foster, as he delights us with a quintessential Space'd mix. For the time being, we are trapped with Hugh on a beach in cosmic paradise. Recline Yooo Miiiind. Love you Hugh.

Hugh From Cygnus - Space'd Residency 017

Bizarro Blends 84 // Allure

Vortex Mix ✻ Allure

Test subject 1.25 @allurein of the beloved @neurocrankk collective, unearths a primordial dance between the hunter and it’s prey as they weave through an aberrant, glitching biosphere. A true narrative of survival where tension rises and falls as the hunt plays out through alien flora.

“I made the visual prompt my lock screen first and foremost, so that I’d be met with it every day. Any time I was listening to music it was right there; either to remind me to be listening for certain sounds I associated with the visual, or so that the visual would be so deeply engrained in my mind that I was always listening to music with a lens directly associated with the visual. 

I developed this sort of sci-fi story, of predator and prey that I felt came as a consequence of this relationship between the lushness of the visual; and the striking contrast of the sharp, grey, almost extra-terrestrial intrusions. Notwithstanding the embarrassment factor, it helped me create a narrative that I felt the interplay of songs could tell. 

I tried to imagine the strange sounds and animals that might arise, the ups and downs of my participation: haste, fear, exhilaration, and brief moments of tranquillity. As I said, it’s pretty embarrassing, but honestly it brought the visual to life and meant when looking for music, these were all the ways I wanted it to make me feel.

For me, the mix conveyed a story of survival in this glitched-out rainforest – a strange subsection prompting the discernment of what is artificial in an environment that was seemingly so close to a rainforest here on earth.”

Manifestation // Allure

meltdown 40 - allure

Out Now: https://neurocrank.bandcamp.com/album/dome-of-the-robot

An in-house ep to put the Neurocrank label in motion, courtesy of Harrison Sewards, al dente (@al-den-te). 

Signature drones and haunting vocals meet playful melodies in a more slinked out, but recognisably Harrison style of house. Adorned with characteristically unpredictable yet precise percussion, the ep finds its way into a space as ominous as it is infectious. 

To top it off is a remix from the one and only Ulo S (@reptant_the_lizard), marking the first release under the more tech-house leaning Reptant alias. This deep dub of Hey Crontis brings a euphoric end to the ep, hands up, shoulders still bopping to a bassline undeniably done by the lizard.
credits

Artist: al dente (Melbourne/Naarm, Australia) 
Title: Dome Of The Robot 
Artwork & Design by Liam Richards (Melbourne/Naarm, Australia) 
Mastered by Klon Dump (Berlin, Germany) 
Mixed by Harrison Sewards (Melbourne/Naarm, Australia)

Released February 2, 2024

al dente - Dome Of The Robot (NCRANK01)

Plunge into unexplored sonics with Paris-based Australian artist al dente as he unveils his debut EP on Pure Space titled ‘multiform’.

Across the release al dente assembles a hypnotic merger of eerie atmospheres and playful rhythms, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a world that is both deeply mysterious and unexpectedly fun.

Kicking off the EP is "the temptation," a subtly bass fueled cut that casts murky textures across mesmitic delayed melodies with a pitched vocal sample holding the journey steady. It's instantly captivating and sets the tone of the release for a journey into deeply satisfying electronix.

Transitioning seamlessly into "multiform," al dente unleashes a torrent of slippery beats and twisted synths. Playful in spirit, the track balances its propelling bassline with a crispy four to the floor beat - perfect for warming the floor or a freaky late night adventure.

Flipping the switch, al dente ups the pace on “overnight”. With sharp, skippy rhythms and glitchy nuances the track melts together proto-electro with a modern production sheen. The vocal samples a Croatian soccer commentator, a nod to his family's Croatian heritage and continuation of the playful nrg throughout the EP.

Completing the release comes Melbourne-based producer White Fluff’s remix of “overnight”. Injecting the track with his signature blend of psychedelic sound, the remix feels stripped back yet purposeful, adding a new sonic pallet to the release. It's a reimagining that ensures that the EP leaves a lasting impression long after the final beat fades away. 
credits

Tracklist: 
01. al dente - the temptation
02. al dente - multiform
03. al dente - overnight
04. al dente - overnight (White Fluff Remix)

Releases May 31, 2024

PS018
Written, produced, mixed and arranged: Harrison Sewards / https://soundcloud.com/al-den-te
Remix: Kel Langley / https://soundcloud.com/white-fluff
Mastering: Wayne Sunderland @ Suture
Artwork: sammy__yee
Format: Digital

PS018 - al dente - multiform

Techy interludes, squelchy bounce and breaky surprises all define @al-den-te's unique signature sound. Aussie born, France based, al dente has been making a name for himself through carefully curated releases on @neurocrankk, @thespacebetweenus and of most recent @purespacefm.
 
“I’m always listening to lots of different types of mixes and productions, especially from the 2000-2010 period, which definitely inspire my own mixes and productions a lot. There seems to always be a specific sound or moment in an old mix or track I find, which then inspires me to produce or dig for that vibe.”
 
“I have a few gigs and releases planned over the next few months, which I’m so so excited for! It definitely feels surreal to be playing outside of Australia for the first time. I have also been feeling very inspired production wise, making as much music as possible, including some new tracks which are in this mix :) ”

Thank you Harrison!

Osmura w/ al dente 14

With the perfect fusion of Animalia’s wide realm of styles and foundations, comes up & coming Australian producer al dente, with a  minimal, modern take on peak-time bangers. Clean cut and futuristic, with a hint of early 2000’s minimal influence,  the al dente sound represents a fresh new wave of club-rollers whilst encompassing Animalia’s signature deep sound. 

Animalia would like to acknowledge that all tracks were produced on the traditional land of the Wurundjeri peoples, and pay respect to their elders past, and present. Sovereignty was never ceded.

A1: No Subtitles 
A2: Synthetic 
B1: The Serious Cousin 
 B2: Visjnan

@al-den-te

Release date: 3rd September 2024

Artist: al dente (Harrison Sewards, Melbourne, Aus/ Paris, France) Title: The Serious Cousin  
Format: 12” 
Distributed by: Clone (Rotterdam, NL) 
Artwork & Design by Laurent Wians (Berlin, Germany) 
Mastered by Mark Smith aka Klon Dump (Berlin, Germany)

The Serious Cousin

al dente - The Serious Cousin (ANIMA14)

let’s return to the warmth of summer with al dente’s set at our party in the garden of the sample. Vibrant memories, blending sunny and danceable sounds, highlighted by touches of trance, creating an irresistible energy.  

★ links ★
@al-den-te

live 05 ★ al dente @ minuteuf 25.08.24

Samer Soltan - Guestmix For Leveldva

Recording of @lipelismusic's set at Lente Kabinet Festival 2018.

Lente Kabinet Festival 2018

Lipelis at Lente Kabinet Festival 2018

www.beatsinspace.net

BeatsInSpace-06.26.18 Part2 with Kim Ann Foxman

'Dos is back. on Nerang Recordings. This time taking no prisoners in this fall to the floor 4 track Flamer of an EP. From A to B, Dos takes you everywhere you need to be with lush numbers and floor thumpers what more could you want.'

Follow :  @dosmusicaut // @nerangrecordings

Premiere: Dos - Can't Even [Nerang Recordings]

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Mall Grab with Cromby - Wednesday 8th August 2018

Brisbane's Respect Guy(aka Matt Treffene)delivers our debut mix for our Rotations Round series, entitled "Cosmic Del Mar".

"A love letter to the soundtrack of the after hours; Cafe Del Mar".

Read our interview here: https://thespacebetweenus.com.au/2019/11/08/rotations-round-mix-01-respect-guy/

Rotations Round 01: Respect Guy

An hour or so of high octane Italo bangers and trancey numbers was recorded by Jack after returning from a vinyl dig with Norwegian enigma Telephones during his recent tour of Australia.

Rotations Round 02: Huge Jackman

For this mix, Black Mannequin (@blackmannequin aka Iti Memon) has delivered a sonic mood board for his pre and post-EP sentiment. It’s a diverse selection of tracks, and is characterised by Iti’s always flawless mixing, and seamless tempo changes.

"I’ve woven together a lot of styles that inspire me; old, new and unreleased. There’s yet-to-be-heard Pocketmoth material, raw cuts from tracks I’ve been working on, and some field recordings layered with ambient textures I plucked from unfinished sessions on my hard drive.”

Rotations Round 03: Black Mannequin

Our fourth Rotations Round is one for the mind, body and spirit. MaXwellness is the moniker of Jak Beevor, who is behind the Local Transmission beach parties. 

Weaving natural soundscapes with dubby, world-influenced grooves, this hour gives snapshot of Jak's eclectic tastes. 

Breathe in. Breathe out. Let this mix be your alternative therapy.

ID requests to @maxwellness

Rotations Round 04: MaXwellness

One of Briz' finest, Nathan Sellin aka DJ Relax, treats us to the fifth iteration of our Rotations Round series. 

Immerse your isolated selves in this hour of effortlessly hypnotic ambience, downtempo acid and trance.

Rotations Round 05: Nathan Sellin

"This mix was recorded in my lounge room in Melbourne. All the music is Australian artists, some old and some contemporary. Some dub sounds, ambient, post punk and dance. Australia has such a plethora of amazing music and this is just a small taste of it. Hope you enjoy!"

Nicholas Ure aka Nicola Sure (@nicolasure), just started a new label Southern Exposure Records (@southernexposurerecords). The first release, Warrandyte Bridge Reno is by local, Jon Jones. Two of his tracks feature in this mix, including one off the EP.

https://southernexposurerecords.bandcamp.com/

artwork by simboyotic

HOCast #28 - Southern Exposure Records

Yoav Sa'ar is the mind behind @ufmufmufm - curating one of the most inspiring Youtube channels on the web~~ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIrUIuD5_6PTPMvf3Kvxo-g/
Blessed to have him join us for 65 mins of the highest quality finds..

YS: "This is one hour of my recent favourite tunes, from acoustic ballads through to cosmic robot music"

from within... Yoav Sa'ar (Unidentified Flying Music)

A3K001 Jon Jones - November 2nd, 2020

Please welcome BOYMEETSGIRL aka Finn Fraser for his first residency Space'd mix. In many ways a little brother to the Space'd Crew, young Finn takes us through an assortment of cosmic beats for where ever you  are right now. He's a good boy and we love him very much. One of the best mixes yet muthafuckas. Enjoy.

Boymeetsgirl - Space'd Residency 008

Today we mark our 10th Rotations Round (the sun), and we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate than with a mix from our first interstate guest, one of the bright minds behind the @neurocrankk parties in Naarm/Melb, Allure (aka Chris @allurein). After being blown away by Chris' mixes, it was clear to us that he's an incredible DJ with an ear for the most interesting sounds. For this mix, Chris has gifted us an absolutely epic, near two hour trip to the outer-realms and back again. He weaves through dreamy Italo-Disco, psychedelic downtempo, goa trance, and IDM - and even features some unreleased material from the other Neurocrank guys! Strap in for a hell of a ride <3

Rotations Round 10: Allure

Melbourne is currently brimming with a host of credible and exciting DJ crews. Not many stand taller than Melt (@meltmelbourne), a DJ series and events crew hosting some of the city’s best up-and-coming DJs and producers. Feline Fine is one of the Melt curators, a DJ making a name for himself with a unique brand of dance music that is equal doses psychedelic and brooding. His mixes are rooted in an old-school aesthetic, yet is fresh enough to feel futuristic. Ahead of his performance at the next React event, we are delighted to showcase a DJ that everyone should keep an eye (ear) on.

@felinefine

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Upcoming Novel events:

Friends Of Friends Street Rave 
Sunday 7 March @ Graham Street, Port Melbourne
DJs: Cassettes For Kids, Katie Pearson, Loods, Merve, Pretty Girl, Toni Yotzi
www.facebook.com/events/861735397989540

Smalltown Street Rave w/ Ben Klock, Maceo Plex, Anna
 Sunday 7 March @ Graham Street, Port Melbourne
Support from Gumm, Marli
www.facebook.com/events/618221922207350/

Novel x Other People Pres. Warehouse
 Sun 28 Feb, 3PM - 10PM @ The Third Day
Support: Adrian Bell, Bella Claxton, Edgework, Jake Hughes, Moondog, Rev Lon
https://www.facebook.com/events/242579780705543

React 
Fri 19 March, 10PM - 5AM @ Bourke Street Courtyard
 DJs: Bella Claxton, DJ Niamh, Feline Fine, Hannah D, Jon Jones, Jennifer Loveless, Sedgwick, Willem
https://www.facebook.com/events/2837392203254782

Novel Pres. Papa Smurf (3hr Trance Set) (SOLD OUT||Waitlist Open) 
Fri 2nd April, 10PM - 5AM @ Bourke Street Courtyard 
Support from Aldonna, H.U.S.
www.facebook.com/events/126506125729604

Novel Pres. Papa Smurf (3hr Trance Set) (SOLD OUT||Waitlist Open) 
Sat 3rd April, 3PM - 11PM @ Bourke Street Courtyard 
Support from Aldonna, Walter Juan
www.facebook.com/events/978764699275198

Novel Pres. Papa Smurf (3hr Trance Set) (SOLD OUT||Waitlist Open) 
Sun 4th April, 3PM - 11PM @ Bourke Street Courtyard 
Support from Aldonna, Walter Juan
www.facebook.com/events/419207252573453

  Darklove w/ Gumm (POSTPONED, NEW DATE TBA)
10PM - 5AM @ Bourke Street Courtyard
Support: Ham, Jake Hughes, Traxion & Walter Juan 
https://www.facebook.com/events/326395635266722

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Stay in touch: www.facebook.com/weareNovel/

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Novelcast 77: Feline Fine

Record label working on the stolen land of the Wurundjeri people, curated by Hannah D @hld 

Cover art by Gabriella Brown, Soft Edges / @gbrevlon

Rotations Round 10: Allure

the space between us