Stendec from Expanding Records on Static Caravan! A lovely two-track see-through 7″, free of directions created artwork and all-around nice packaging. The guitar sample sets the analogue feel of “pyat” which is the first track on the single. The straight forward programmed beats and the choice of sounds to build melody works fine. The ending… Continue reading Stendec, Untitled [Static Caravan – VAN43, 2002]
Sierra Romeo, Nevel [FWD – FWD2001, 2000]
The first release on the Dutch [FWD label was honored to Arovane and this the second, to Sierra Romeo and the result was this four-track 12″. First up is “nevel” a sweet sounding track with sounds reminiscent of early tupilaq recordings. Which naturally is a good thing! It is followed by “carcass” a minimal, slightly… Continue reading Sierra Romeo, Nevel [FWD – FWD2001, 2000]
Christ, Pylonesque EP [Benbecula – BEN 016, 2002]
Wicked stuff from Christ on the benbecula label. This, the latest seven-track EP entitled “pylonesque ep”, is a structured piece of work, very much on the down-tempo side of things and with a melancholic touch. Starting of with “dream of the endless”, a track that compels you to listen and making it impossible to miss… Continue reading Christ, Pylonesque EP [Benbecula – BEN 016, 2002]
Peter Benisch, Benisch Tracks 1 [Eevo Lute Music & Technology, 2002]
A four track 12″ signed Peter Benisch that starts of with “Sabine’s song”. A sweet, sweet, sweet melody on a blueprint Benisch track, that is, the sounds and production bears his unmistakable insignia. Which would make it a sweet track and all and all that’s exactly what it is. The second track “Faster than light”… Continue reading Peter Benisch, Benisch Tracks 1 [Eevo Lute Music & Technology, 2002]
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]
Funckarma, Part 5 [DUB Recordings – DUB 23, 2002]
Complex beats, plenty of bass and the lushest sounding melodies, as you would expect from this outstanding group: Funckarma. They are releasing records in a furious tempo right now, and this, the fifth part in their parts’ series is simply brilliant. It doesn’t get any better than this (well that’s my opinion anyhow.) DUB recordings… Continue reading Funckarma, Part 5 [DUB Recordings – DUB 23, 2002]