Been generating loads of visuals using RunwayML for the past month and a half. Initially made this track to another visual but then I made another visual for the track and a couple of drafts later, here we are. I'm really happy with how this turned out and this is just the beginning of my foray into this form of storytelling. If you're still reading, thanks for making it this far and I can't wait to share more as it comes. Have a beautiful day. 🤍🌸🎶

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SERA021: Satellite Era presents “Xtilde EP,” an accumulation of ethereal music by Sol Rosenthal, best known as Iris Ipsum.

Out now on all major platforms: https://ffm.to/sera021

Broadcasting from somewhere deep in the noisy liveliness of Los Angeles, one may not expect to hear experimental electronic music met with lush, tranquil tones. The urban world feels confined to a snow globe at times, making it difficult to welcome foreign influences into its uniformity. It takes a more calculated approach to break these boundaries - thankfully we have recruited a rising star to help us persist.

At quite a young age compared to the sonic pioneers that move us, Iris Ipsum has already made a clear statement in our biosphere: they are bunkering down for the long run. Juggling music, visual art, and software design, they ensure to blend together and implement all of their crafts with each project. On the audio side, they are inspired by early electronic subgenres such as ambient, electronica, breakbeat, and everything in between. This curiosity led to their debut album “Pattern Language” landing on the esteemed Touched Music imprint last year. Sharing a platform with innovators such as Autechre, The Future Sound of London, and Plaid is an incredible feat, but their follow-up to the release flexes the potential for even more promising times ahead.

Since its conception, “Xtilde EP” was influenced by Iris Ipsum’s devotion to expanding in multiple mediums. Their visuals normally embody sculptures as a focal point, which also serves as a catalytic aspect of their sound practices. Utilizing field recordings and deep listening amidst the franticness of urban environments lays the foundation of their work; spending time in the California mountains and deserts capture the essence of what makes it unique. Tying two tangible realms together is their passion for creative coding - most of this project was produced using self-made Max for Live instruments and VST plugins.

“Xtilde EP” was continually written, building on a collective idea and meant to be enjoyed from start to finish. Though cohesive by nature, Iris Ipsum also allows the project to encapsulate different moods, rather than staying on a singular path. The EP begins on a high note with “Subspace,” an energetic jungle track that nicely fits bouncing drum breaks with a dazzling ambiance. “Loreti” slows the tempo down, introducing a change of pace for the rest of the project. From here, we are met by a clever contrast between pristine drum work that feels heavy yet clean, along with uplifting melodies and tonal vocal chops. This can be heard in “Voxi” and “Essa” with clear nods to trip-hop and electronica. The EP closes with its title track, slightly bringing the pace back up and adding more glitched-out sounds to the structure left by its predecessors.

A collective effort on all fronts, “Xtilde EP” is simply Iris Ipsum at their finest. Reminiscent of early 2000s video game soundtracks, the project brings worldbuilding to life in audible form. Having studied decades of fabled electronic music, we have no doubts that they will become a household name when discussing contemporary experimental artists for years to come. 

Written & produced by Sol Rosenthal
Mastered by Amir Mashayekhi
Cover art & visuals by Nic Juister

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Buy on Bandcamp (Name Your Price): https://annafruit.bandcamp.com/album/a-fruit-vips-vol-2

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@henry-greenleaf delves into a new catalogue series for the label, focusing on vinyl releases. ‘Keepsake’ is a reflective piece on creative exploration and personal growth, written while navigating post-university unemployment. The release samples records and cassettes to weave a unique tapestry of sound, each track stretching anticipations with an eclectic blend of strange sound effects, filter sweeps, and other alterations, showcasing a diverse palette of sound and meticulous attention to detail. Embodying the spirit of fearless innovation, listeners are invited on an immersive pursuit of creativity and connection.

A1. Keepsake
A2. Cafe Boogaloo
B1. Get The Hell Out
B2. Cafe Stalker
Digital Bonus: Get The Hell Out (2-Step Take)

Pre-Orders: https://differentintel.bandcamp.com/album/div001-henry-greenleaf-keepsake-ep

Physical Release: 07/06/2024
Digital Release: TBA

Fresh off the press this release comes on 12”, 180g white label vinyl in black disco sleeves.

‘Keepsake’ introduces listeners to the record with an energetic blend of grungy, ethereal elements, showcasing Henry’s artistic flair. The track seamlessly intertwines dreamlike atmospheres with raw textures, contrasting these layers with intense drum-driven drama, tying it all together to offer a preview of the musical landscape set to define the entirety of the record.

The enigmatic soundscape of ‘Cafe Boogaloo’ carefully warps an unmistakable garage arrangement into an eclectic and hypnotic journey. As the track progresses it embraces the unconventional, introducing a disjointed groove that gradually sinks you further and further into it, defying categorisation and serving as a testament to the creative possibilities within electronic music.

‘Get The Hell Out’ is a formidable force of relentless rhythms that disregard all agreements. The integration of intense drum work with melancholic undertones opposes listeners as it bulldozes along, emerging not only as a force that invites exploration, but also as one that commands your attention - capturing the essence of its title.

In its final notes, ‘Cafe Stalker’ prioritises sound design over club functionality in order to instill a feeling of unease and suspense, crafting an atmosphere of palpable tension and lurking dread. The deliberate pace of the track trudges along, deftly building tension until it inevitably brings the record to a grinding halt.

The digital bonus offers a deconstructed version of ‘Get The Hell Out’ through a 2-step rendition, reminiscent of the iconic days of Big Apple Records and its influence. This interpretation remains faithful to the original composition’s substance and rhythm, merging the nostalgia of early rave culture with Henry’s modern-day touch.

Written & Produced by Henry Greenleaf
Mastered by Precise
Pressed by Well-Tempered
Digital Graphic Design by Milkias Gunsa
Distribution by Rubadub

Keepsake EP

DIV001 - Henry Greenleaf - Keepsake EP

A taste of some forthcoming bits on YUKU in the next months
From: Endmodell — Maude Vos — Cleo AD — TRAKA — Imaginary Number — COIDO x TRAKA — Cocktail Party Effect — Aroma Nice

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MINIDIVE #1

A prolific & diverse artist in the mediums of writing, sound and music, Hong-Kong-born, Bristol-based gyrofield (Kiana Li) picks up the controls on NTS for their debut radio residency. Their arrival to the Drum & Bass scene was an anomaly, a completely self-made artist reaching far into a disparate dance music community. Far before that though, a steady stream of DIY electronic productions had been coming out under the gyrofield moniker, ranging from glitch to ambient techno to dubstep. 
With these 6 broadcasts she aims to reconcile all parts of her musical history & understanding, shedding light on back catalogues and upcoming material alike while also inviting special guests on curation duties.  
 
Find the full tracklist and related episodes on NTS: https://www.nts.live/shows/gyrofield/episodes/gyrofield-3rd-june-2024

Field Research w/ Gyrofield 030624

"5th Generation Angel is a sonic experience oscillating between existing in the mind and in the body. This EP was crafted during an era where I surrendered to myself. I previously have struggled with existing solely in my head. During the period these songs were created, I regularly tried to suspend the mind to sink into movement and pleasure habitually. Many of these pieces are capsules of either side of this polarity or combine moments of both, extreme feeling and thinking. I created this oeuvre, in pursuit of transformation specifically in regards to healing my relationship with myself. I found wholeness in my soul through creating vs. the inclination towards perfectionism. During the stage of production I reflected on the beauty, pain and my ability to heal past the limitations I have bestowed on myself. This record is the ascension into a realm of actualization and application.

Sonically, 5th Generation Angel holds the theme of duality, juxtaposing density and illumination, chaos and grounding, and the pain-pleasure principle. Maude conveys these polarities throughout the record with heavy bass lines, shimmering bell accompaniment, otherworldly textures, whispered vocals and apexed synth leads. Each song carries you to the next with moments of intensity and/or release. 5th Generation Angel is metaphysical, cinematic, and warehouse worthy all at once."
—Maude Vôs

https://maudevos.bandcamp.com/album/5th-generation-angel

https://soundcloud.com/maudevos
https://soundcloud.com/yukumusic

5th Generation Angel

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UK producer and turntablist Jon1st stepping in for Teklife's Ashes57 Outsiders show. 

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Outsiders: Ashes57 | Teklife Records w/ Jon1st @ Kiosk Radio 05.07.2024

Abstract heavy? Colorful but not Color Bass.

Way Out!

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Therein Sound

AVAILABLE AS A FREE DOWNLOAD UNTIL THE END OF AUGUST

Get it here: https://yukumusic.bandcamp.com/album/yuku-4th-birthdizzle-compapoodle

This was the sound of YUKU in our 4th year of existence!
We present 25 stunning pieces of music from the special creators we've had the privilege of working with over the past year.

Share this whopping slice of YUKU with open-minded friends to give them a taste of the label — and be quick because it's only available for FREE until the end of August.

It's only because of you — our awesome listeners — that we can keep exploring new sounds from around the world and working with exciting artists both fresh and established!

Word of mouth is everything, and this album is a big thank you for the energy that you give us and the positive words about the label and artists that you've shared with other listeners around the world. It's also a gift of music that you can give to others who might be unfamiliar with these sounds <3

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