Quench, O.M. – X.H. [Inc.US – INC.US010, 2002]

Quench’s “O.M. – X.H.” release on Inc.Us is yet another strong release. With multiple releases on DUB, an album on U-cover and on Eat This they continue their musical mission. Their characteristic beats programming, acute sense of melodies and exceptional atmospheric constructions shine through as always. The 4-track 12″ starts off with beats as crunchy… Continue reading Quench, O.M. – X.H. [Inc.US – INC.US010, 2002]

Metamatics, Remixes [Delikatessen Records – PLATE3, 2002]

Metamatics of Neo Ouija fame gets remixed and ends up on this, the third delikatessen release. A-side’s first track “byeway rewired” has the distinct sounds of the remixer: sense. And what a fantastic track it is, a nice build up leading to some serious beats programming and a pulsating deep bass. None other than sense… Continue reading Metamatics, Remixes [Delikatessen Records – PLATE3, 2002]

Crunch, 10″ [Delikatessen Records – PLATE2, 2002]

The mysterious Crunch with an album release on Musik Aus Strom and an EP on Colony is responsible for this second release on delikatessen. The A-side’s single track “boy.rek” is amazing, strong beats sprinkled with some delightful clicks, a solid bass-line and a melody that is sure to bring tears to your eyes. The B-side… Continue reading Crunch, 10″ [Delikatessen Records – PLATE2, 2002]

Lusine ICL, Sustain [Delikatessen Records – PLATE1, 2002]

L’Usine ICL did the honors and was the first to release on delikatessen records. This beautifully packaged 10-inch contains 4 strong L’Usine tracks. As always it is a display of carefully constructed beats, bass-lines and selected sounds. Starting of with “In Flight” a beatless soundscape number that is followed by a Funkstörung remix of L’Usine’s… Continue reading Lusine ICL, Sustain [Delikatessen Records – PLATE1, 2002]

Naono, Slope Drifting [Vibrant Music – VMD-3, 2002]

It is the debut album of 24-year old Greek artist Naono for Vibrant Music, following the quite brilliant 12- inch EP Ati Pol. Apparently this is a CD-only release and running 54 minutes in lenght divided into 14 individual tracks. But since the tracks are intertwined, it can very well be viewed as a 54… Continue reading Naono, Slope Drifting [Vibrant Music – VMD-3, 2002]