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Review: ‘Before’ EP – James Blake

On James Blake’s latest, the four track Before EP, his emotive ballads collide with dancefloor ready production, harking back to his early days as an underground electronic DJ in London.With four studio albums to his name and a list of collaborations including Kanye West, Beyoncé, Bon Iver and Travis Scott, the new tracks appear at [continued]
An Interview With: Flamingosis

Known for his soulful sampling and Dilla-inspired beats, Flamingosis is showcasing his style and expertise in his most recent single, “Wild Summer“. We caught up on how he’s faring during the pandemic, his latest projects, and what he’s playing on his Nintendo Switch. Where in the world are you right now? Flamingosis: Currently back on [continued]
Artist Spotlight: The Moonlands

In little over a year, The Moonlands have built up a diverse and refined repertoire encompassing funky jazz jams, folk ballads, and sing-along anthems. After igniting Glasgow and Edinburgh’s grassroots Flat Gig scene, the band have played live music venues across Scotland and a three-night stint at Knockengorroch World Ceilidh 2019. These electrifying stage performances [continued]
Essentials: ‘Haircut’ EP – HOMESHAKE

As the world continues in chaos, spinning loosely on its axel, there’s no knowing where we’ll all be in the next couple of months. One silver stream of sunlight to put a smile on those frowning faces is the immense backlog of top quality music we all have to explore. With tours cancelled, venues closed [continued]
Essentials: Wasteland EP – Keerd

Wasteland EP, Keerd’s debut release on L.A imprint Noise Revolt, offers a mature and defined breakbeat sound from an up-and-coming artist. Luring the listener in with a cascade of atmospheric soundscapes, the EP finds its true strength in the dark breaks that puncture its post-apocalyptic world. The three tracks presented on the EP are expansive [continued]
Essentials: “Meteor” – Mystery School

“Meteor” by Mystery School (Tony Reed Jr. and Owen Bones) is a synth-ridden ode to the inevitability of change. Transporting the listener on a sonic journey, the track blends swirling basslines with smooth vocals to deliver a message of radical positivity. The second single from Mystery School, after October release “Holographic”, is a polished affair with production [continued]
Essentials: “PELIGROSA” – Neo Fresco and Dom Corleone

Released on Los Angeles imprint ADBC Records’ Halloween Heaters 2 album, Neo Fresco‘s collaboration with Dom Corleone, “PELIGROSA,” is a trap-laden call for battle that will have any fan of the bass-heavy genre clawing for a piece. The sub-bass heavy intro moves aside as an explosion of break-beat drums brings the track into full glory. [continued]
Fabric London to Re-Open

After the club had its license revoked in September, Fabric London is to re-open after the club agreed to comprehensive new operating procedures with Islington Council. [continued]
Album Review: Sirens – Nicolas Jaar

In this epoch of political flux and social divisiveness, music should have more to say. In Sirens, Nicholas Jaar delivers a collection of tracks that are both compelling and aesthetically inviting. These are not the political demonstration songs of old. This is a new type of political song-writing, one that utilises audio samples, sound effects… [continued]
London Club Fabric Closes Doors Permanently

As with many facets of drug-use the answer is not black and white. One thing is for sure, if this trend continues the UK is set to lose many more of its respected nightlife institutions. Just as Glasgow lost The Arches last year, the loss of Fabric to London will leave a large hole, both… [continued]