Although he now calls Berlin home, Ed Davenports true colours shine through in his latest efforts for NRK Music. The British born producer, like many of his counterparts, packed his bags and headed for the mecca of dance music. Perhaps there would be second thoughts running through his head at the moment; as it seems the UK has reinforced itself as a breeding ground for all things excellent lately.
With the recent pulse of refreshingly good music coming from the bass-turned-techno producers of the UK right now, it’s clear Kevin Griffiths has been inspired to release less forward thinking music. Instead, returning to former elements of house music that have been & gone, lost and seemingly returned to the surface. Tazz has managed to capture the essence of Detroit in convincing fashion, melding legendary sounds of the past with modern day production techniques.
I have just started reading a Biography of Kate Bush. Her early years remind me of Malcolm Gladwell’s book Outlier. She was born in the right place, right parents and met the right people – in the same way Steve Jobs and Bill Gates were to the world of computers. Her brother was friends with Pink Floyd’s David Gilmore. He saw her early songs when she was 15 and got her signed to EMI. With an advance from EMI she cultivated her style and at the age of 18 she had her first number 1 single.
There is no denying the Knickerbocker EP reaches new heights for Mic, as both as a producer and writer. The melodic elements throughout the record mark new musical ground for the young Melbourne resident, combined with larger bass sounds and experimental percussion. It’s clear that Newman has found his stride and this release will no doubt see him leaving our fair shores for greener pastures in Europe.
Berlin based Hun Choi AKA Hunee has been making a name for himself with excellent releases on Prins Thomas’ Internasjonal, Retreat,Permanent Vacation, Rush Hour and the legendary night club Osgut Ton’s Label. His style is a blend of old and new elements; fitting perfectly in with the varying styles of the various labels he has been involved with. He plays Sugar tomorrow night – The 16th of February.
Native New Yorker, Vanessa Daou, is on the receiving end of two incredible Roberto Rodriguez remixes. Powerful deep house that borders euphoria at times before bringing it crashing back down to that initial, jittery electric piano groove.
An incredible touch up of a perfect track. Jack Hamill aka Space Dimension Controller put this together whilst bored in his hotel room in Sydney. Not sure who is looking after him there, but he’s sure to have a wonderful time in Adelaide when hosted by Sidewalk at Cuckoo.
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UK based producer [Aura] drops his latest release the ?Splitting Atoms? EP on Argentinian imprint Rationalism.
Already finding favour with Chicago Damn, Ethyl, Cottam, Ryan Ellitott and Nicholas, ?Splitting Atoms? comes in the form of one original and remixes from both Justin Drake and Detroit Techno legend Terrence Dixon aka Population One (Metroplex, Tresor).
The founding members of MDR records (Marcel Dettmann and Norman Nodge) give their raw Ostgut take on two classic Trus’me cuts, to unleash a new series of 12″s on Prime Numbers.
Cambridge’s (UK) Sangoma imprint delivers it’s second release with ‘Under Attack’ from label boss Nik Frattaroli backed with a remix from Rio Padice this February.
Having been brought up in the Manchester acid house scene of the early 90s Nik Frattaroli has house music in his blood but while his cuts reference many of the genre’s classic tropes his music is very much a modern interpretation.
James Blake caused a bit of a storm on the weekend. Going back to back with DJ Rob Da Bank on Radio 1, showcasing his love for pop and electronic music alike. He also aired his latest work under the Harmonimix moniker, a remix/edit for RnB star D’Angelo, who appears to have a comeback on the cards.
Tad Wily has had some excellent releases on Smash Hit Music and Jay Shepeard’s Retro Fit label. The Polish producer currently residing in London is definitely an act to watch out for in the future. You mentioned you like post
Vince Watson throws down the 244th release for Tresor with the wonderful Interference EP. Excellent techno from the heart of a purist, the title track providing dancefloor heat whilst The Secret really takes the cake with it’s melodic, emotional sounds.
Ben Sims? ?Slow Motion?, one of the most sought after cuts on Marcel Fengler?s Bergain mix, gets a release on the London-based producer?s Theory Records this spring along with a package featuring Skudge, Rolando and Robert Hood remixes.
Comprising three original tracks from Sims himself and remixes from Skudge, Rolando and Robert Hood, ?Slow Motion? is no shrinking violet in terms of content, quality or weight.
Huxley & Jimmy Posters have successfully pulled off the sophomore record. Establishing Saints & Sonnets as one of the go-to labels for a quality deep house fix. Detroit Swindle have managed to sample Marvin Gaye and still produce something completely refreshing.
Pets Recordings delivers an interesting three track record. Keeping the original artist confidential for now, they have instead shone the spotlight on the remix team. Consisting of Ben Westbeech under his BrEach moniker, and Eats Everything collaboration with Chris James. Coat Of Arms. Three extremely dancefloor friendly tracks sure to get worked to the bone.
‘Initials is just another ay of us putting out music that we love, Greenville Massive have more than caught our ear and Troy Pierce is someone we’ve admired for a long time but never pinned down before so the whole release made total sense.’ (Ste Roberts)
Matt Tolfrey’s Leftroom enters 2012 in the same fine form as last year with a young Sam Russo, the four track EP also featuring a super remix from Jay Hazes’ FuckPony moniker.
Bicep are back with another staunch remix, this time a monster techno remix for the ever so cool, Blondes. Coming soon on the revered RVNG International. Icey cold with lashings of muscular beef.
