NEWFINDS MARCH 23

Taken from SBKT041: NET GALA - 신파 SHINPA
Release Date: 25th June 2021

Written, Produced by NET GALA
Mixed by Kim Kate
Mastered by Raphael Valensi
Cover by Kynan Puru-Watt
Photo by Bakya

A regular at Seoul’s ‘Cakeshop’ and member of LGBTQ collective Shade Seoul, NET GALA’s SVBKVLT debut is named after Shinpageuk (신파극), a form of theatre from 20th century Korea. In contemporary context, Shinpa is a synonym for ‘tears and overwhelming emotions,’ but when it was first introduced to Korea, Shinpa was used to express progressive political views, cover social issues, and later the melodramatic domestic tragedies. There is a vast gap between the past and current context of Shinpa, and as such there has been a lot of mistranslation or misconception between the two.

After their first EP [re:FLEX*ion] (NBDKNW – 2019) - , NET GALA spent time researching Shinpa, finding parallels between the work they were making and the traditional theater style. The emotional, dramatic nature of Shinpa echoed the exaggerated affection of ‘pop’ – in which NET GALA searches for the impact on one’s own narrative and emotion. The ‘mistranslation’ applied to the terms history is reflected in the changing course between the two EPs – how one can reinterpret or warp one ‘lost’ cultural concept into another.

From the stretched-out ‘The Ha Dance’ sample combined with traditional Korean percussion and 808s on ‘Shpiral’, to the sample of a Korean lesbian protester struggling to claim her existence through the blasting drums on Dodomzit, ‘신파 SHINPA’ is NET GALA’s interpretation of the Shinpageuk. The EP is packaged with remixes from Amazondotcom, ZULI and Menzi further reinterpreting the original work.

신파 SHINPA

NET GALA - Shinpa Bonui

NET GALA - Reclaim It

Taken from SBKT041: NET GALA - 신파 SHINPA
Release Date: 25th June 2021

Written, Produced by NET GALA
Mixed by Kim Kate
Mastered by Raphael Valensi
Cover by Kynan Puru-Watt
Photo by Bakya

A regular at Seoul’s ‘Cakeshop’ and member of LGBTQ collective Shade Seoul, NET GALA’s SVBKVLT debut is named after Shinpageuk (신파극), a form of theatre from 20th century Korea. In contemporary context, Shinpa is a synonym for ‘tears and overwhelming emotions,’ but when it was first introduced to Korea, Shinpa was used to express progressive political views, cover social issues, and later the melodramatic domestic tragedies. There is a vast gap between the past and current context of Shinpa, and as such there has been a lot of mistranslation or misconception between the two.

After their first EP [re:FLEX*ion] (NBDKNW – 2019), NET GALA spent time researching Shinpa, finding parallels between the work they were making and the traditional theater style. The emotional, dramatic nature of Shinpa echoed the exaggerated affection of ‘pop’ – in which NET GALA searches for the impact on one’s own narrative and emotion. The ‘mistranslation’ applied to the terms history is reflected in the changing course between the two EPs – how one can reinterpret or warp one ‘lost’ cultural concept into another.

From the stretched-out ‘The Ha Dance’ sample combined with traditional Korean percussion and 808s on ‘Shpiral’, to the sample of a Korean lesbian protester struggling to claim her existence through the blasting drums on Dodomzit, ‘신파 SHINPA’ is NET GALA’s interpretation of the Shinpageuk. The EP is packaged with remixes from Amazondotcom, ZULI and Menzi further reinterpreting the original work.

NET GALA - Dodomzit (A Radical, Cynical Tool)

Koreography

Indoor Labor

Avant Garde Challenge

Neptunian Influence, Fifty-Four | Featuring @fdbeardd

Delectable and devious with light seeping through, explore the far-reaches of the Great Dark Spot with Francois Dillinger. The Detroit-based producer and DJ released an album, MINDFRAME: CYCLES, on @specimenrecords in 2021 and has also appeared on labels including @diffusereality, @naturalsciences and @lloydstellar's @ldirecords. He also has a monthly show, MINDFRAME, on Deep Space Radio. We had the pleasure of watching Francois Dillinger perform a live set at this year's Movement and are so thankful to host this superb DJ mix by him. 

SUPPORT: 
https://specimenrecords.bandcamp.com/album/mindframe-cycles
https://vikingbeard.bandcamp.com/

| Tracklist |
Ectomorph - Time Folds (FRANCOIS DILLINGER Merlin’s Sickness Edit)
Power - Belecher [Miniman Records]
Client_03 - Repeat Analysis [Self-Released]
Hoax Believers - Ab Sofort [DISTRITO 91]
TANS - Cenere per Cenere [Dead Channel]
Richard Holhburn - deepcreep [Perimeter Junk]
Lectromagnetique - Core [Bass Agenda]
PSSU - 307309 [Drone]
FRB (Alex Jann) - Bioscan Devices [Censor]
Music For The Other People Place 017
Container - Acclimator [Self-Released]
Steffi & Sepehr - Murder 2.0 [Klakson]
RT759  - Cobra [Self-Released]
DMX Krew - Didgerididnt [Under The Radar]
ADJ - San Chan [Patterned Media]
Pariah - Caterpillar [VOAM]
Seph - Faceless [Aula Magna Records]

Meet you in the Great Dark Spot <3

NI54 | Francois Dillinger

Buena Tarde BASSHEAD dj Set 2022

After United Identities' successful first vinyl release "Modern Intimacy Volume 1" in 2020, founder, DJ, producer and music curator Carista decided it was time for round two. Named after her debut mixtape, we are proud to present "Modern Intimacy Volume 2". This album is a blend between contemporary and futuristic sounds by 10 rising Dutch artists curated by the label head herself. The intention of the compilation is to nurture and showcase contemporary Dutch homegrown artists and the range of their craft; Breaking the boundaries of sound and genre as we know it, with a refusal to be categorized or caged in.

The album starts with the hopeful and soothing track "Whistle, accompanied by a saxophone and flute that gently guides you through the story of Brintex Collective. Then we are moving onwards to genre defying artist Phantom Wizard, who takes you from experimental synth jazz to an electronic dance riddim named "Awa". These two tracks serve as the perfect introduction and sets the tone of the label's versatile compilation. Followed by Thrills in +41 eerie, steady soundscaping drum patterns in "Strangelove64'', groovy bass heavy breaks that invite you to move your whole body to EYCEE's "Crunk", or to be enticed to a dark forest full of raving dancers with the dark but dreamy techno banger "Body On The Floor" by DutchAfro featuring vocals by Luka Eyrie. On the second half of the LP we are transported to an utopian dream reality in "On" by Sansouni with ethereal voices and sounds; Percussion and sample heavy "38A" by Conrad Soundsystem; The glitchy and dark "Personal Reality" by Mayo and shortly after we are taken on a journey through time and space by futuristic artist audt98 in "6 Identical Atoms". The compilation concludes with Acidic Male's "Zero Authority", shifting between cutting snares, alluring synths and poetic vocals.

Platform, music label and event series United Identities aims to nurture and hold space for local artists. As an extension of that care, Carista found it important to physically realize the efforts and legacy of the artists, by pressing their music on vinyl. Modern Intimacy Volume 2 showcases the harmonious, yet versatile musical approach of the label, as well as the artists that embody it. Keep an eye out on all of these artists, as they are destined for greatness.

Release date: 22 November 2022
Title: Modern Intimacy Volume 2
Artist: Various Artists
Cat. No: UIVA002
Label: United Identities 
Format: Digital + 2x 12” Vinyl

Credits
*Additional vocals on DutchAfro - Body On The Floor: Luka Eyrie
Mastering: AnalogCut Berlin
 Illustration: Dewy Elsinga aka Butterfingaz 
Design: Jasper van Doorn
Manufacturing: Deepgrooves B.V.
Distribution: Clone Music B.V.

Carista presents Modern Intimacy Volume 2

T5 01

Twisted UK garage from the ever-evolving Manchester Imprint.

Read more: https://hyponik.com/features/first-listen-interplanetary-criminal-confused-vip-dansu-discs/

@interplanetary-criminal
@dansudiscs

First Listen: Interplanetary Criminal - Confused (VIP) (Dansu Discs)

From the upcoming 'Cold Readings' compilation
@shokh

Shokh - Torotam

Based in Tokyo, T5UMUT5UMU is a producer who pioneers the future of electronic music with an experimental approach. Centered around bass music, he fuses diverse elements such as Gqom, Grime, Techno, and Tribal to construct unpredictable and stimulating soundscapes.

His work is internationally acclaimed, with a growing list of releases on important domestic and international labels including Hakuna Kulala, Sneaker Social Club, Beat Machine Records, Eastern Margins, and TREKKIE TRAX. He has also participated in various compilations, including those from Herren Sauna, NATURAL SCIENCES, and more.

In addition to these releases, T5UMUT5UMU's sound is frequently featured by global media outlets such as NTS Radio, Boiler Room, and Resident Advisor, as well as in sets by leading DJs, extending his influence across borders.