The month of March 2023 is such a significant and meaningful one for Dubblack, by cause of the second release of its young, yet incredibly promising catalogue, which will star Tagliabue and his three-track EP DUBBLACK002 (out both on vinyl and digital forms).
The record, which perfectly fits in the sonic context that the label and its founder GNMR are trying to form, superbly symbolises the essence of Dubblack with its deep, mysterious electronic attitude, thus making Tagliabue an ideal ambassador of this sound.

The Milanese DJ & producer -during the length of his EP- tells a story of masterly arranged, diverse and rhythmically solid tunes, giving evidence of the enormous care that he puts into the sound research underlying each and every one of his productions, and Dubblack002 makes no exception.

The opening track ‘Odissea’ lays the groundwork for the record to rise, with a cryptic intro which breaks out in a progressive detonation, referring to a late 90s/early 00s sound but interpreting the scenario with a modern, actual twist. ‘Baraka Trance’ keeps the standard high and, as the title suggests, offers the artist’s POV on the Trance matter with a high-tempo, neatly arranged beat and a slightly acid bass-line, both creating a constantly evolving eight minutes-long acoustic journey. ‘A Oltranza’ slows the pulse but doesn’t decrease the pressure with captivating rhythmics perfectly blended with an avant-garde harmonic section; a complex but never baroque arrangement that constantly holds the listener on the rope.

_Buckle up for Dubblack002 to drop on Dubblack in March 2023__
Three tracks with unique features, presenting a vast array of musical influences but merging to produce a cohesive, new and unheard record.

Music written and composed by Tagliabue, project curated by GNMR.

Written & Produced by Joseph Tagliabue at Blue Sea Studio
Executive Production by Gianmaria Coccoluto
Art Direction Layout & Design by Vittorio Valigi
Mastered by Tapewave Mastering
Distribution Ultrasuoni Recorsds
dubblack.ltd published by EIII srl

B2. TAGLIABUE - A Oltranza

Artist: https://soundcloud.com/animam
Track: Destino Esperanza
Label: https://soundcloud.com/bocabocamx
Format: Digital EP
YouTube: https://youtu.be/yJk8PhbYgMk

Single with new moves, new steps and vibes. Get some nice sounds from single from hommie <3 of Boca Boca crew.

PREMIERE | Animam - Destino Esperanza [Boca Boca] 2023

Descending into the abyss of genuine emotions, we see off the echo of our innermost desires with kind sadness.
Encountering changes on the way, with a shudder in our heart, we protect the fragile hope for the best and say goodbye to the departed.
We try to love our own beginning, to stay afloat, even if a ten-point storm is raging in the soul. And when, surrounded by silence, we look up into the sky, the stars touch our lips, turning back time…

Mastering: Andrey Djackonda
Collage: Leta

Links:

Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/atroq
Youtube - @atroqjournal
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/atroqjournal

https://soundcloud.com/marketsky

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PREMIERE : Marketsky - Zvezdopad

The mighty Bawrut returns to Ransom Note Records with his incredible new record, Raqs EP. The follow up to his debut album on R$N, In The Middle, Our Man In Madrid discharges four weapons grade club monsters that will, as the title suggests, have have bodies moving to and fro the world over. 

In Bawrut’s own words: “Raqs means dance or dancing in Arabic. The need for dance in our society and it’s act of liberation is the focus of this new EP, where I explore a beloved place like the Mediterranean sea, mixing Arabic voices and Latin American rhythms, stabs, trance and flamenco.”

First single Que Quiere Usted wastes no time, entering the fray with a frantic clap assault that grows and evolves throughout the track, augmented by Bawrut’s trademark sparse, bouncy, synth lines. Hot on its heels, Draa Valley is a more understood affair, taking aim firmly at the dance floor. All driving drums and hooky vocal samples, it darts high and low before settling into that air-fist-punching final drop. 

Azadi shows yet another side to our Bozza, this time treating us to a mechanical funk workout of epic proportions. It’s angular stabs are thoroughly danceable, punctuated by some vaguely human (but definitely robotic) vocals that lift us towards mechanised heaven. Sonidero Usera closes proceedings with a more organic feel, opening with rainforest sounds interspersed with tribal drum patterns and cut up vocal stabs, which develops into a pummelling groove that is, quite literally, all singing, all dancing!

FOLLOW BAWRUT
https://instagram.com/bawrut_silencio https://www.facebook.com/Bawrut/ 
https://soundcloud.com/bawrut 
https://twitter.com/bawrutsilencio

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https://www.facebook.com/theransomnote https://www.instagram.com/thisisransomnote https://ransomnoterecords.bandcamp.com https://soundcloud.com/ransom-note-records

Raqs EP

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Draa Valley

Artist: King Sporty & The Extra Funk Family 
Track: Fantasy
Label: https://soundcloud.com/emotional-rescue
Format: 12" Vinyl, Digital, EP
Youtube: https://youtu.be/v7mzJ7kxT08

Emotional Rescue completes its final Konduko reissue series, coming to possibly Noel Williams’ best electro cut, Fantasy.  Teaming up again with Larry Dermer (aka Der Mer), from Fall Out fame, they crafted a straight-up electro jam that pushed the BPMs and hyped the vocoder to the max.
Released in 1984, Fantasy heralded a new direction that Williams’ had been exploring, the heavy bass his trademark, now showcased around tight, emulated TR-808 beats, accentuated snare, “Planet Rock” stabs, and a futuristic, yet mournful melody, the punchy vocals delivered in distorted vocoder style exemplify time and space (is the place).
Highlighted further in the Instrumental mix, the scratches and whistle refrain shine, while the driving rhythm made this a DJ hit, before going on to be influential in the later Miami Bass sound.  This stripped version was heard from Downtown NY to the incoming Techno City of Detroit, and with it hugely influential in what followed.
To complete the label asking artists and producers long admired to bring their updated take on Williams’ catalogue, DJ, editor and sea of positivity, Jonny Rock comes correct with a respectful, looped and refreshing reversion-excursion.  Showing his increasing editing dexterity that has seen him take a rightful seat at the higher table, his long form Discomix is the perfect closing of this series and the whole project, bringing Konduko, Noel Williams aka King Sporty’s music to life again.

PREMIERE | King Sporty & The Extra Funk Family - Fantasy [Emotional] Rescue 2023

https://soundcloud.com/roudtraxx
https://soundcloud.com/frequent-horae
Artwork: https://soundcloud.com/greta-motif
🔊 https://youtu.be/clmGvEJ2JwM

Roudtraxx scores in the next LAYERS series. As an eager and restless digger, he has been involved in the Lithuanian music scene for over 5 years at various record shops, clubs, bars, and festival nights. What's more he is a crew member of independent community voice of Radio Vilnius. And likewise Roudtraxx is 1/2 of musical duo FREQUENT HORAE.

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LAYER #344 | Roudtraxx

https://soundcloud.com/gilbert_sound
https://soundcloud.com/innate-recordings
🛒 https://www.juno.co.uk/products/gilbert-owain-k-innate-006-vinyl/945997-01/
🔊 https://youtu.be/xhN7zSeVuK0

The small but already well-formed Innate label offers up a superb split EP for its sixth outing. Gilbert opens up with 'Low Flying Objects', a widescreen and serene bit of synth-laden tendon with more than a hint of Motor City soul over the dusty drums. 'Unknown Entities' is a brain-cleansing and celestial electro-styled cut with dreamy pads and cinematic deepness. Bristol-born, Welsh-rooted Owain K then steps up to the flip with equally painterly sounds. 'Corona Borealis' pairs deep and rubbery bass with crisp electro drum patterns and far-sighted chords. 'New Horizon' then closes out with some delightfully dozy deep house that's laden with wispy chords and undulating bass.

Tracklist: 

A1: Gilbert - Low Flying Objects 
A2: Gilbert - Unknown Entities 
B1: Owain K - Corona Borealis 
B2: Owain K - New Horizon

PREMIERE: Gilbert - Unknown Entities [Innate]

https://soundcloud.com/ordinarymornings
Artwork: https://soundcloud.com/greta-motif
🔊 https://youtu.be/4Ea2Wy4CtMY

London-based newcomers, Ordinary Mornings, are at the start line of their journey, hoping to etch their name in their audience sub-conscious as energy providers, and good-time lovers.

The DJ and production duo are childhood friends who grew up with a mutual appreciation for the eclectic and have loved sharing and immersing themselves in music together.

As DJs and producers, the pair draw influence from House, Trance, and Balearic to name a few. They channel a free-spirited energy and invest time in finding and providing sounds that will bring people together. 

After kicking things off in 2022 with guest mixes for Pleasure Voyage and Dream Chimney, Ordinary Mornings intends to maintain this upward trajectory, playing across the UK, and Europe, and releasing their debut EP this year.

LAYER #347 | Ordinary Mornings

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Bhekithemba Buthelezi - Puppets & Masters

House Builder (Full Length Mix)

A1. Nauj - Edjibe djibe zangalewa (Original Mix)

WhyPeopleWar Fundraiser for Ukraine: https://whypeopledance.bandcamp.com/

The Why people dance question was asked for the first time in Lithuania back in 2013 but it gained a worldwide echo in its 8 years of existence. Run by @pauliuskamblevicius with the help of @experimentsserial and a network of collaborators, the online electronic music platform and label keeps its heart open for new friends and treasure finds but its filter tight and deep underground. Tune into WPD channels on Soundcloud, YouTube and Bandcamp.

PREMIERE: Gilbert - Unknown Entities [Innate]

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