(review) DP-6 : Heart and Mind [DP-6 Records]

Artist: DP-6
Release: Heart and Mind EP
Label: DP-6 Records
Format: Digital
Date: 6/16/11

As a production and live duo from Russia, Alexey Filin and Vadim Indigo have managed to create a deep community with their DP-6 moniker and related record label. Like many of the artists and releases, resonating chords clash in a warm mixture with syncopated rhythms and weathered production. While many critics feel that the dub flavoring of techno music has become a dated and ironically arid sound, DP-6 and company have managed to keep the music interesting and personal.

A strong four-track EP, Heart and Mind begins with the patient sounds of Cricket, a tune clearly mimicking the beautiful atmospheres of a cool morning. Listen closely, because the insect chirp isn't the only early rising sound that appears in this nine minute clocker. Flames follows suit, but the tempo quickens in lieu of the more relaxed feeling the previous track presents. As each of the tracks tend to offer a bit of hint to the their inspiration, Night Train chugs along with aggressive chords and tinkered percussion. As the EP closes, listeners are left with a calming, morning-time song reminiscent of the release's opener. Valen, a well-known nomen to Babylon 5 fans, rounds out Heart and Mind with a soundtrack suitable for any waking sun.

01. Cricket
02. Flames
03. Night Train
04. Valen

Resident Advisor 265: Convextion

Recorded last year at the Bleep43 party in London, Convextion delivers a powerful hour-long liveset for this week's RA Podcast. With so much to sift through these days, it's still good to hear the passion through the sound.

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Filesize / 79.37 MB

Length / 01:06:06

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Cosmin TRG - Live @ Sonar Dome

Undoubtedly one of the most well known electronic festivals, Sonar returned to Barcelona with an allstar lineup for the 18th year. Cosmin TRG is no stranger to either the breakbeat or house scenes, as he's found his niche sound directly on the line between both.

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[review] Various Artists - Split Personalities (Proper Trax)

Artists: Various
Label: Proper Trax
Release: Split Personalities EP
Date: 5/30/11

It's very rare that a new label is able to break through and create something memorable on its first impression. With so much music emulating past trends combined with new sounds, it's very easy to miss quality releases every now and then. When I received the promo for the new Proper Trax, a start-up label based out of Knoxville, TN, I wasn't sure what to expect. Having connected with Will Azada a year ago and keeping constant communication since, I was already well aware of his influences and interests through his one-offs he threw at local venue, Headroom.

The A-side of Split Personalities features two tracks reminiscent of Detroit techno under Will Azada's own name. Slow Jack features anthem chords and a brooding vocal, making this a perfect track for peak hour atmospheres. A2 moves into deeper waters, showing that Will can keep the rhythmic pace while establishing a calming mood for listeners. Side B opens with the track Bake Sale under Will's moniker The Funnel. Focus in sounds is immediately shifted to warehouse-era techno, filled with dark percussion and haunting bass. At this point in the record, it's very clear why Will chose Split Personalities as the name for this release. Closing out the release is a collaboration of Alex Michalski with Lee Crowe, a chilled-out tune with the famous 303 sound. While many acid tracks can be doldrums of their meaning, this one captures the pure essence in its very intended form.

Purchase the record direct from Will via Discogs to save on shipping and time when compared with International shops.

1. Will Azada – Slow Jack
2. Will Azada – Like Lovers Do
3. The Funnel – Bake Sale
4. Grey People – Lee Crowe Shadow Figure (feat Lee Crowe)

Claude Young Live @ #Movement2011

An impressive way to close out Monday night and the Detroit stage, Claude Young delivered 2.5 hours of pure groove. While others were mesmerized by the lights and nostalgia that Fatboy Slim brought to the Main Stage, others knew better.

Relive the glory.

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RA 263: Marcelus

I think everybody was pleasantly surprised by Marcelus' debut release on the famed Deeply Rooted House label. The French producer captures the essence that makes techno and house so unique and expands greatly on those ideas. Now he comes to Resident Advisor with a powerful mix that clocks in at just over an hour.

Enjoy.

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Filesize / 77.86 MB

Length / 01:04:50

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New Mix - Live from Lava Lounge 6/2/11

Download it. Relive the emotional connection. Eat a hot dog. Repeat.

Reference: Live @ Main Stage - #Movement2011

Luke Hess + Brian Kage (Reference)
Live @ Main Stage - Detroit
Movement Festival 5/30/11

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Steve Rachmad - Live @ Torino Stage #Movement2011

Steve Rachmad - Live @ Torino Stage
Detroit, MI 5/29/11