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Reviewed: Semi-Automatic by Clatterbox

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Wed, 16 May 2012 05:18:14 PDT

EP with 4 Tracks, out on Trust.

Released on Wednesday (05/16/2012) and available as MP3s.

UK electro legend Clatterbox returns to TRUST with 'Semi-Automatic', a unique 140BPM banger whose relentlessly grinding bass is effectively offset by spacious pads. Jimmy Edgar delivers a great electro-tech-step remix under his Creepy Autograph guise, and more bounce is provided by Pomelo's Daniel Lodig a.k.a Lok44.

Label of the week: New Kanada

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:42:14 PDT

Founded in Toronto by Adam Marshall, New Kanada crosses over the finest in techno and modern house with input from producers like Basic Soul Unit, The Mole and Seuil.

[ All Releases by New Kanada ]

Reviewed: Nocturnal Cat by Patrick Pulsinger

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Tue, 15 May 2012 05:58:14 PDT

EP with 3 Tracks, out on Houztekk Records.

Released on Tuesday (05/15/2012) and available as MP3s.

Patrick Pulsinger teams up with G.Rizo for Austrian label Houztekk, delivering a bassy title track that stands out with a UK funky touch and suitably cut-up vocals. 'Nocturnal Cat' comes backed by 'Fat Fast' and '6-7-8-9 c'mon' - two prime cuts of classic, quirky Pulsinger techno. Recommended.

Reviewed: Archetypes by Clockwork

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 14 May 2012 06:14:14 PDT

Maxi-Single with 4 Tracks, out on Dumb Unit.

Released on Monday (05/14/2012) and available as MP3s.

Two hot young acts, Clockwork with their breakthrough single on Hot Creations and fellow Italian Avatism, collaborate for the first time on Berlin's Dumb Unit imprint. From the stripped-down groove of 'One Trick Pony' to the meandering sultry keys of 'Archetype' and atmospheric house of 'Hall', a surefire summer pleaser.

Reviewed: Uncanny Valley 010 by Various Artists

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 14 May 2012 04:38:14 PDT

Compilation with 4 Tracks, out on Uncanny Valley.

Released on Monday (05/14/2012) and available as MP3s.

Dresden's propagators of the uncanny return with their tenth release. Opening up with Sandrow M of C-Beams' warm kicking shuffle, Steve Kasper's nonchalant melodicism, Scherbe's sleepy raw groove and ending with Jacob Stoy's cosmic explorations. Only the best quality goods from their wayward deep house universe.

Artist of the week: Âme

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 14 May 2012 04:00:00 PDT

Âme is the German duo Kristian Beyer & Frank Wiedemann. Inspired by the music of Stevie Wonder, WestEnd Rec, Transmat, Weather Report and Herbie Hancock they describe their sound as Detroit-influenced deep house music with soul. Âme have had massive international success with their track 'Rej', which was as one of the major club hits of summer '06. Âme regularly collaborate with fellow Innervisions artists Henrik Schwarz and Dixon.

[ All Releases by Âme ]

Now featured: 'Ufabulum' by Squarepusher (Warp Records)

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:30:14 PDT

His thirteenth album in sixteen years, Tom Jenkenson's albums seem to increasingly try to capture his incredible and ever-developing live shows. 'Ufabulum' takes a stance of electronic purism, glistening elastic synths wound up to snapping point, ecstatic rhythms twisting wildly, a hugely pleasurable headf**k.

Reviewed: Ufabulum by Squarepusher

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 14 May 2012 03:22:14 PDT

Album with 10 Tracks, out on Warp Records.

Released on Monday (05/14/2012) and available as MP3s.

Reviewed: In Time by Amirali

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 14 May 2012 01:10:14 PDT

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Crosstown Rebels.

Released on Monday (05/14/2012) and available as MP3s.

The newest talent to be added to the Crosstown Rebels roster is the Iranian-Canadian Amirali who appears with his debut album. Grooving between downbeat, house, electronic-pop with his own vocals threading through the tracks, a warm embracing album that matches the CR-ethos, yet offers something a bit different.

Last Weeks Best Rated Releases

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Sun, 13 May 2012 10:00:01 PDT

Music For The Quiet Hour / The Drawbar Organ EPs

by Shackleton.

Album with 15 Tracks, out on Woe To The Septic Heart.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

Galaxy Garden

by Lone.

Album with 12 Tracks, out on R&S Records.

Released on Sunday (05/06/2012) and available as MP3s.

Âme Live

by Âme.

Album with 14 Tracks, out on Innervisions.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

Reform Club

by Claro Intelecto.

Album with 9 Tracks, out on Delsin Records.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

Majenta

by Jimmy Edgar.

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Hotflush Recordings.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

Reviewed: Inner State by Claudio PRC

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Fri, 11 May 2012 07:38:14 PDT

Album with 7 Tracks, out on Prologue.

Released on Thursday (05/10/2012) and available as MP3s.

Sardinia's Claudio PRC appears with his debut album on Munich's Prologue, as usual exploring the diffuser, more mystical of experimental techno territories. Churning atmospheres of 'Echoes' and 'Black Hole' give way to moments of pumping metallic dancefloor techno, highly textured and beautifully dark. Highly recommended.

Reviewed: This (+HD Video) by Modeselektor & Thom Yorke

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Fri, 11 May 2012 05:06:14 PDT

Maxi-Single with 2 Tracks and 1 Video, out on Monkeytown Records.

Released on Friday (05/11/2012) and available as MP3/HD Video.

The final single from the 'Monkeytown' LP once more bears fruits of Modeselektor's and Thom Yorke's ingenious collaboration. 'This's abstract vocals and rolling sub-bass was one of the finest moments of the album is presented with an absolutely incredible video and the spine-tingling track 'All Buttons In'.

Reviewed: City Watch Over Me by Camea

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Fri, 11 May 2012 02:31:34 PDT

EP with 4 Tracks, out on BPitch Control.

Released on Friday (05/11/2012) and available as MP3s.

Seattle-born and now Berlin-based Camea shimmies on over to BPitch after previously keeping to her own Clink Music imprint. Stripped electro echos of 'City Watch Over Me', warmly bouncing techno of 'Body Magnet' and melodic techno-pop of 'Only The Shadow Knows' fit perfectly at BPitch.

Download Charts - Week 19

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Thu, 10 May 2012 07:00:00 PDT

Memory

by Lazer Sword.

Album with 11 Tracks, out on Monkeytown Records.

Released on Friday (04/27/2012) and available as MP3s.

R.I.P.

by Actress.

Album with 15 Tracks, out on Honest Jon's Records.

Released on Friday (04/20/2012) and available as MP3s.

Journey of the Deep Sea Dweller I

by Drexciya.

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Clone Classic Cuts.

Released on Monday (12/12/2011) and available as MP3s.

DJ-Kicks

by Maya Jane Coles.

Album with 23 Tracks, out on !K7.

Released on Monday (04/16/2012) and available as MP3s.

fabric 63: Levon Vincent

by Levon Vincent.

Album with 15 Tracks, out on Fabric Worldwide.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Parastrophics

by Mouse on Mars.

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Monkeytown Records.

Released on Friday (02/24/2012) and available as MP3s.

Da Mind Of Traxman

by Traxman.

Album with 18 Tracks, out on Planet Mu.

Released on Monday (04/09/2012) and available as MP3s.

Bar 25 - Tage außerhalb der Zeit

by Various Artists.

Album with 26 Tracks, out on Bar25.

Released on Thursday (05/03/2012) and available as MP3s.

Phillips

by Lauer.

Album with 12 Tracks, out on Running Back.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Monkeytown

by Modeselektor.

Album with 11 Tracks, out on Monkeytown Records.

Released on Friday (09/30/2011) and available as MP3s.

Reviewed: Tides of Mind by Oxia

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Tue, 08 May 2012 04:11:23 PDT

Album with 11 Tracks, out on Infiné.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

It's been eight years since France's Olivier Raymond released his first album '24 Heures'. His eclectic approach this time showing housier, jazz and downbeat touches in his melodic techno with vocal guests ranging from Miss Kittin, Mesparrow and Scalde. Smoothly grooving perfectionism.

Reviewed: Galaxy Garden by Lone

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 05:39:23 PDT

Album with 12 Tracks, out on R&S Records.

Released on Sunday (05/06/2012) and available as MP3s.

Manchester-based Matt Cutler appears with his fifth album in just as many years, his signature sound reaching new territories. 'Galaxy Garden' adds a sleeker sheen to his brilliantly tempered rave-nostalgic atmospheres, as imaginative and rich as ever with collabs with Machinedrum and Anneka to boot.

Artist of the week: Jimmy Edgar

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 05:00:00 PDT

Music designer, fashion photographer, multimedia artist - Jimmy Edgar's job descriptions are as manifold as the man's talents. The Detroit based producer has started his musical career with experimental glitch-hop for sadly departed label Merck (as Kristuit Salu), before being signed to Warp in 2004 for several EPs and the glorious album 'Color Strip', which unified Edgar's passions for stone-cold electro funk and cutting edge electronica. Since then Jimmy Edgar has been more than busy as a remixer and recording one-off projects under guises...

[ All Releases by Jimmy Edgar ]

Label of the week: Night Slugs

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 04:25:23 PDT

Night Slugs is the blazing new label of London-based shooting stars Bok Bok and L-Vis 1990, operating on the intersection of 2-Step and house music. Featuring contributions by artists like Roska or Ikonika, Night Slugs is not strictly dedicated to familiar UK funky house styles, but open to deeper and more experimental productions in addition to the party anthems its owners are known for.

[ All Releases by Night Slugs ]

Reviewed: Majenta by Jimmy Edgar

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 04:11:23 PDT

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Hotflush Recordings.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

Following 2010's saucy 'XXX' Jimmy Edgar's third album 'Majenta', appearing on Hotflush this time around, goes for a more retro-sci-fi feel, incorporating influences from 80s r'n'b to 90s house and 00s dubstep into its 13 razor-sharp electro funk tracks. Recommended.

Reviewed: Heirlooms by Dave Aju

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 03:49:25 PDT

Album with 10 Tracks, out on Circus Company.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

Following up his masterful 2008 debut 'Open Wide' Dave Aju returns to Circus Company for a second album. And 'Heirlooms' is indeed a worthy successor: Ten tracks fuse authentic George-Clinoesque electro funk, house, techno and jazz with more punch then ever before. Pure class.

Now featured: 'Heirlooms' by Dave Aju (Circus Company)

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 03:49:23 PDT

Reviewed: Âme Live by Âme

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 02:45:23 PDT

Album with 14 Tracks, out on Innervisions.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

The German duo seem to have a knack for creating dancefloor anthems, and this latest release succinctly represents their long-standing live and DJ expertise. From remixes such as Osunlade's 'Envision', UNKLE, Underworld, Gui Buratto to their own bona fide classics 'Enoi' and 'Rej', the quality prevails throughout. Top.

Reviewed: Music For The Quiet Hour / The Drawbar Organ EPs by Shackleton

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 01:47:23 PDT

Album with 15 Tracks, out on Woe To The Septic Heart.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

Brand-new material from master of the dark dance, 'Music for the Quiet Hour' features killer twisted yet light-footed collabs with Vengeance Tenfold and Kingsuk Biswas (Bedouin Ascent), 'The Drawbar Organ EPs' sees dryly gleeful Eastern/African melodies induced in percussive concentration with exhilarating swiftness. Mind-blowing.

Reviewed: Reform Club by Claro Intelecto

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 07 May 2012 01:01:23 PDT

Album with 9 Tracks, out on Delsin Records.

Released on Monday (05/07/2012) and available as MP3s.

Manchester's Mark Stewart releases his first LP since 2008's Metanarrative, this time crossing over to Delsin. His deep and tactile forms of dub-techno are as pristinely carved out as ever, spacious and poignant playing with melting points between embracing dancefloor cuts and sprawling ambience. Immaculate.

Last Weeks Best Rated Releases

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Sun, 06 May 2012 10:00:01 PDT

Phillips

by Lauer.

Album with 12 Tracks, out on Running Back.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Our Loving Is Hurting Us

by oOoOO.

EP with 5 Tracks, out on Tri Angle.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Vedomir

by Vedomir.

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Dekmantel.

Released on Wednesday (05/02/2012) and available as MP3s.

Reviewed: Vedomir by Vedomir

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Fri, 04 May 2012 04:18:38 PDT

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Dekmantel.

Released on Wednesday (05/02/2012) and available as MP3s.

The new producer alias of Ukraine's Mikhaylo Vityk, better known as Vakula appears with a full album on Dutch label Dekmantel. Rugged, dark cosmic house, deep Chicago heritage embedded with old-school electro finesse, as an album an immersive journey. Highly recommended.

Reviewed: PN12 by Trus'me

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Fri, 04 May 2012 02:10:38 PDT

Maxi-Single with 2 Tracks, out on Prime Numbers.

Released on Friday (05/04/2012) and available as MP3s.

Manchester's Trus'Me calls in the Germans for this remix treat; first up, Marcel Dettmann strips 'Sweetmother' to a dark and winding base, a mere shadow of its shimmying percussion remaining. Fellow Berghain resident Norman Nodge steps up and mutes the funk bass in an eerie, atmospheric version of 'Good God'. Brill!

Reviewed: The Golden Aspect by Kirk Degiorgio

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Fri, 04 May 2012 01:24:38 PDT

Album with 2 Tracks, out on Planet E.

Released on Tuesday (05/01/2012) and available as MP3s.

Kirk Degiorgio delivers two more for Planet E, 'I Hear Symphonies' is as melodic as its title, tinkering synths in the foreground and synth washes overarching, 'The Golden Aspect' takes a similar approach updating classic Detroit sounds, maintaining a fine balance of its parts.

Download Charts - Week 18

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Thu, 03 May 2012 07:00:00 PDT

R.I.P.

by Actress.

Album with 15 Tracks, out on Honest Jon's Records.

Released on Friday (04/20/2012) and available as MP3s.

Journey of the Deep Sea Dweller I

by Drexciya.

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Clone Classic Cuts.

Released on Monday (12/12/2011) and available as MP3s.

DJ-Kicks

by Maya Jane Coles.

Album with 23 Tracks, out on !K7.

Released on Monday (04/16/2012) and available as MP3s.

Memory

by Lazer Sword.

Album with 11 Tracks, out on Monkeytown Records.

Released on Friday (04/27/2012) and available as MP3s.

fabric 63: Levon Vincent

by Levon Vincent.

Album with 15 Tracks, out on Fabric Worldwide.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Parastrophics

by Mouse on Mars.

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Monkeytown Records.

Released on Friday (02/24/2012) and available as MP3s.

Monkeytown

by Modeselektor.

Album with 11 Tracks, out on Monkeytown Records.

Released on Friday (09/30/2011) and available as MP3s.

Rocket Juice & The Moon

by Rocket Juice & The Moon.

Album with 18 Tracks, out on Honest Jon's Records.

Released on Friday (03/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Phillips

by Lauer.

Album with 12 Tracks, out on Running Back.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Crossed Paths

by Shifted.

Album with 11 Tracks, out on Mote-Evolver.

Released on Monday (04/16/2012) and available as MP3s.

Reviewed: Arem by Stay+

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Wed, 02 May 2012 02:56:38 PDT

EP with 5 Tracks, out on Ramp Recordings.

Released on Sunday (04/29/2012) and available as MP3s.

Manchester's Stay+ know how to carve cutting electronic textures, their latest EP 'Arem' sees nagging indie vocals take more of a lead in tracks 'Guardian' and 'Call Him'. The pulsing dance urge of 'Hush Money' and smeared noisy textures of 'Arem' showing their interesting potential away from the vocals.

zero" // Update #079 - April Essentials: Lauer, Actress, Maya Jane Coles, Lazer Sword

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 05:06:47 PDT

Hello,

As if to salute the northern hemisphere's arrival of Spring, our virtual shelves have been filled to the brim with fantastic music this month, culminating in today's 100+ new releases.

For our star-studded Essentials we've done our best to narrow down the selection, and while it's hard to single out any one of them, we just have to point you towards the outstanding new albums of Lauer, Atom TM, Manuel Tur, John Daly, Shifted, Distal, Dean Blunt & Inga Copeland, and of course, Actress.

Enjoy!

[ More ]

Reviewed: Our Loving Is Hurting Us by oOoOO

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 05:00:38 PDT

EP with 5 Tracks, out on Tri Angle.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

San Francisco's oOoOO appears two years after his genre-defining EP on Tri Angle with his next, this time accompanied by Berlin-based vocalist Butterclock. Gut-striking beats against floating vocals, those beat-led haunting dark emotions see some abstractions from hip-hop and psychedelia, hitting the spot every time.

Reviewed: Lazy Jane by Deadbeat

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:50:38 PDT

Maxi-Single with 2 Tracks, out on BLKRTZ.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Deadbeat teams up with Danuel Tate for a smooth electronic dub session that features Cobblestone Jazz style vocoders and a flip side that has Deadbeat turn the track upside down for a timeless and floor-ready piece of Basic Channel techno. Outstanding.

Reviewed: Civilization by Distal

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:44:38 PDT

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Tectonic.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Atlanta's Distal is one of the few US artists that have earned their place among the UK's bass music elite. His hotly anticipated debut full-length drops via Pinch's Tectonic imprint, and covering diverse (post-)dubstep and ghetto house styles over the course of its 13 tracks it's a powerhouse of an album. Don't miss.

Reviewed: A 100 EP by The Traveller

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:34:38 PDT

EP with 3 Tracks, out on Ostgut Ton.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Shed assumes a new identity for his latest release on Ostgut Ton: The Traveller's 'A 100 EP' is unmistakably Shed's work though, combining his crunchy, pumping techno beats with warm pads and washes of his signature chord sounds. Excellent and highly recommended.

Reviewed: Burn the Land and Boil the Oceans by Principles of Geometry

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:20:44 PDT

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Tigersushi.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

The much anticipated third album from France's Guillaume Grasso & Jeremy Duval, certainly less hyperactive than their debut and more akin to the wandering synthscapes of 2007's 'Lazare'. Chunky synth melodies equal parts cosmic and psychedelic, luscious electronic journeys from beginning to end. Recommended!

Reviewed: Bouree by Felix Lenferink

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:20:38 PDT

Maxi-Single with 2 Tracks, out on Fourth Wave.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Recently home to Presk's excellent productions, Fourth Wave is quickly becoming our favourite label for cool and laid-back funky house. Felix Lenferink's 'First Bouree' weaves a wacky flute riff into seductive piano chords, and 'Second Bouree' unfolds in a deeper, dubbier way. Great.

Reviewed: The Ghost In Daylight by Gravenhurst

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 02:04:38 PDT

Album with 10 Tracks, out on Warp Records.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

After a five year hiatus, Bristol-based Nick Talbot returns to Warp with a new album. From gentle songs of acoustic guitars and whispered vocals, to grandiose folk-strings of 'The Prize' and shoegazing atmospheres of 'Islands', its understatedness is its strength. Good for a relaxing Sunday afternoon.

Reviewed: Good Luck by Giardini Di Mirò

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:42:38 PDT

Album with 8 Tracks, out on City Centre Offices.

Released on Friday (04/27/2012) and available as MP3s.

Giardini Di Mirò return to City Centre Offices for their eighth studio album (if we count correctly). 'Good Luck' is a confident display of skill with its eight songs heading off into widely different song-writing directions, held together by the Italian post-punk outfit's charismatic style. Recommended.

Reviewed: June 2009 by Toro Y Moi

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:40:40 PDT

Album with 10 Tracks, out on Carpark.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Collecting songs recorded before 'Causers Of This' and exploring eclectic and psychedelic song-writing styles, 'June 2009' is alternately silly, bold and touching, largely confining electronics to special moments such as the excellent 'Sad Arms' and the raw 'Talamak (First Version)'. Check.

Reviewed: STL and his Quest for Sound by STL

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:40:38 PDT

Album with 13 Tracks, out on Something.

Released on Saturday (04/28/2012) and available as MP3s.

One of Germany's most idiosyncratic and prolific producers, Stephan 'STL' Laubner is known to amble between sonic experimentalism and raw Chicago house. 'STL and his Quest for Sound', first released in 2010, comes down on the side of the latter - a jacking, bouncing, and swinging masterpiece. Must have.

Reviewed: Fortune of the Lord by Trackman Lafonte & Bon Qui Qui

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:38:38 PDT

EP with 4 Tracks, out on Crème Organization.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

The duo behind Trackman Lafonte & Bon Qui Qui is Danny 'Legowelt' Wolfers and Xosar (of recent L.I.E.S and Rush Hour fame), teaming up for a great EP of hypnotic, deep and raw Chicago jacks. Fans of DJ Sprinkles, Virgo or Larry Heard mustn't miss this!

Reviewed: Placement EP by Midland

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:34:38 PDT

EP with 4 Tracks, out on Aus Music.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Harry Aguis, better known as Midland releases his first in 2012 once more on Aus Music. As usual his warm and densely layered touch have a melting quality, slow-burning grooving heady house with 'Placement's angular synth motif weaving hypnotically. Perfect for dancefloors with sunsets.

Reviewed: Phillips by Lauer

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 01:18:38 PDT

Album with 12 Tracks, out on Running Back.

Released on Monday (04/30/2012) and available as MP3s.

Half of two high-respected duos, Arte Mwambe and Tuff City Kids, Phillip Lauer releases his debut solo full-length just in time with the incoming summer vibe. Lush, maxed out disco-tinged house, shimmering synths with a sturdy retro-kick. All killer no filler, highly recommended album.

Reviewed: Sunburst by John Daly

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 18:44:45 PDT

Album with 10 Tracks, out on Drumpoet Community.

Released on Friday (04/27/2012) and available as MP3s.

Irish deep house virtuoso John Daly returns to Drumpoet Community with a full-length album that's cut out as a score for long, lakeside sunrises. 'Sunburst' strikes a finely tuned balance between melodic old-school flavours and contemporary, chord-led deepness. Excellent album.

Reviewed: All Night EP by Walton

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 18:44:41 PDT

Maxi-Single with 3 Tracks, out on Hyperdub.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Hyperdub hasn't lost its touch in breaking new artists, introducing 20-year-old Mancunian Walton, whose 'All Night' is a five-minute joyride of r'n'b pizzicati, tumbling arpeggios and heavy bass drops. The Roska-inspired 'Mallet' and crackling downbeat jam 'Kush' serve as ideal companions. Ace.

Reviewed: Tough Love by Sailor & I

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 18:44:38 PDT

Album with 1 Track, out on Art Of Vengeance.

Released on Friday (04/27/2012) and available as MP3s.

Aril Brikha on an electro pop tip! The Swedish techno veteran remixes 'Tough Love' of fellow countrymen Sailor & I, resulting in a sharp and crisp take that reminds us not only of the Junior Boys, but also of Morgan Geist and Vince Clarke's famously fat modular synth arpeggios. Lush and lovely.

Reviewed: Borderline / Sacred Moments by ASC & Synkro

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 18:42:38 PDT

Maxi-Single with 2 Tracks, out on Auxiliary.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Two driving forces behind post-d'n'b electronica, ASC and Synkro, team up for this spaced-out single on the former's Auxiliary imprint. Lush melodic synth arpeggios, warm pads and hushed vocals are framed by elegant and sparse rhythms. Nice one.

Last Weeks Best Rated Releases

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 10:00:01 PDT

fabric 63: Levon Vincent

by Levon Vincent.

Album with 15 Tracks, out on Fabric Worldwide.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Mohn

by Mohn.

Album with 9 Tracks, out on Kompakt.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Warehouse Dew

by L.D. Nero.

EP with 3 Tracks, out on Pomelo.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Reviewed: Swans Reflecting Elephants by Manuel Tur

info@zero-inch.com (zero'' // zero-inch.com) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 09:10:38 PDT

Album with 10 Tracks, out on Freerange Records.

Released on Monday (04/23/2012) and available as MP3s.

Manuel Tur, who has long outgrown his reputation as Germany's #1 house music prodigy, delivers an accomplished second album. 'Back To Me' might constitute a slightly shallow opener, but from there on it's all smooth sailing with a flawless blend of sophistication and danceability, both elating and deep. Excellent.