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Liquid State [@ Ljubimac] 005 w/ Cosmic G, RTY + Vagabond

This week on Topshelf we’re delighted to have with us, London based, Scottish born, DJ and Producer, Kenny Blacksmith.

Having been a core member of the SlothBoogie team for a decade, Kenny Blacksmith has been working on his solo career in 2024, with his superb debut, the acid championing, deep dub, ‘Mondays Fish’ releasing in March this year on Natural Frequencies. The record showcased his fine production with the ever evolving tracks dancing synths, rich dub and impressive minimal hats insuring that the floor stays filled for the entirety of its 6 minutes and marking an exciting start to his new venture.

With regular sets in London, Berlin and Ibiza, Blacksmith has proved over a decade behind the decks that he’s a highly gifted DJ, providing an array of eclectic tunes, working through multiple genres in house, allowing him to perfectly digest the mood of a room to reflect back onto the dance floor. With a special ear for a dubby bass line and an acid synth, it’s easy to see what’s made Blacksmith a staple in London’s nightclub scene.

Now with a mix for us that beautifully demonstrates his diversity across the house genre. Big dubby beats and eclectic minimal grooves, all served up with soulful undertones, we’re delighted to give you Topshelf 0127 with Kenny Blacksmith. Enjoy.

The Library LMD Presents Topshelf 0127 w/ Kenny Blacksmith

LA-based artists and Sensory Signal co-founder Capes and Adult Hits join forces for the tenth release on Ransom Note offshoot Human Endeavour Records. Mirroring the sonics that the pair champion at their parties, ‘Stellar Bodies’ explores visceral acid, electro and breakbeats that stimulate the mind, body and soul.

The release launches with single ‘Rush’, a collaboration with fellow Los Angeles artist and vocalist Dick Ensalada. His gruff, raunchy vocals marry perfectly with a driving bassline and squelchy acid to create a pumping acid house track built for sweaty dance floors.

The following three tracks journey across the electro spectrum. ‘Move Your Body’ is powered by plenty of low end, crisp breaks and robotic vocal samples, while title track ‘Stellar Bodies’ lets a haunting synth and bubbling 303 take centre-stage, before ‘Four’ brings the EP to a high octane close with stomping breakbeats and dark, moody pads that swallow you whole.

Read More: https://www.theransomnote.com/music/premieres/premiere-capes-adult-hits-feat-dick-ensalada-rush/

PREMIERE: Capes & Adult Hits Feat. Dick Ensalada - Rush [Human Endeavour Records]

It were as if they were never there at all. The windows were dark, the curtains drawn and there was no sign of life. Sometimes he wondered whether anyone actually lived there at all, perhaps he had imagined it and simply dreamt of the mysterious shadow he once watched moving from room to room.

A transient neighbour if you will. A strange ghost trapped between the walls.

What he would do to see her again, just once more. To know that he was not in fact alone.

Mark E remains one of the most unsung and consistent producers out there – his records are favourites amongst many a DJ. Over the years he has released a plethora of music on the likes of Golf Channel, Running Back, Delusions of Grandeur and most prominently on his own MERC imprint to which he returns with this EP.

A classy record with emotive, deep grooves and lots of feeling.

PREMIERE: Mark E - Transient Neighbour [MERC]

Stop The World (Remixes)

Stop The World (Running Hot Remix) [feat. PawPaw Rod & Kacy Hill]

Iron Curtis and Johannes Albert return to orbit with their highly anticipated Moon IV, the next chapter in their acclaimed lunar album series. Building on over a decade of collaboration and the cosmic groundwork in Moon I, II, and III, this fourth instalment is a testament to their ever-evolving artistry and expansive vision.

Released on their beloved Frank Music imprint, Moon IV sees the duo starring an 11-track journey that once again defies genres, challenges conventions, and charts a vivid course through the electronic cosmos.

From the warm opener "Void Gathering" and wistful melodies of "Silverclub" to the driving rhythms of "Sounds (The Feels)," which echoes the relentless pulse of NYC Post-Disco, Moon IV encapsulates the duo's signature blend of moods and eras.

"Club L'Avenir" & "Daso" serve up euphoric moments with a nod to the French Touch, while the ambient vignette "Into Somethin' (Interlude)" calms you down again. Electro cuts like "Pipeline" are reminiscent of earlier works in the Moon album series, and new paths are forged when the two are exploring Balearic Pop Music (BPM) territory in "Ohne Dich".

Returning from space with the elegant deepness of "Bliss (The Short Finale)", the duo gets you home safe and sound.
Their unique studio alchemy shines brighter on this moonlit, flaring long-player than ever. So, buckle up and off we go.

Iron Curtis & Johannes Albert "Moon IV" (Teaser)

Megija (Sweaty Club Mix)

Label: Moiss Music Black
Artist: Balto
Title: To The Grey
Traxsource Promo: 20/12/2024
Official Release Date: 03/01/2025

Megija (Sweaty Club Mix)

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