London label Whities has revealed a new series titled Blue Label. Launching with ‘Blue 01’, the split 12-inch sees Tessela make his label debut and Lanark Artefax returns to the imprint for his second release. The EP features Lanark Artefax’s ‘Touch Absence (Intimidating Stillness Mix)’ which was released in late 2016 as a dubplate and
The Lowdown: Man Power
Once an anonymous figure, Man Power is the production alias of Geoff Kirkwood. Originally from the North East of England, Kirkwood now spends his time fluttering between Mexico and Berlin, running a label called Me Me Me Records and touring his eclectic style. Previously released on Optimo Trax, Hivern Discs, STAMP and Correspondant, Man Power’s
7FO to release new album on Métron Records
Originally a podcast series, Métron Records is set to release the debut full-length vinyl release from Osaka based producer 7FO. ‘Moment (Selected Works 2012-2017)’ sees 7FO follow in the footsteps of ambient giants from the motherland and continues their illustrious heritage whilst offering something modern, fresh and beautifully rendered. He describes his sound as ‘gorgeous sustained
Tourist Kid makes debut on Melody As Truth with ‘Crude Tracer’ LP
‘Crude Tracer’ is Tourist Kid’s first release on Jonny Nash’s imprint Melody As Truth. Debunking the idea that movement between two places could be a somewhat romantic afterthought, there’s a sense of dislocated unease creeping up on the listener throughout the album. The 8-track collection highlights Tourist Kid’s manner of tangible and otherworldly world, exploring
Untitled 909 Podcast 009: Tom Allman (Mantissa)
We are stoked that Mantissa co-founder Tom Allman could contribute to the Untitled podcast series, catch the gang throw down some Costa Del Sol heat @ bar-a-bar this Friday w/ Laksa & Peach. A few words from the man himself, “the mix was recorded a couple of months ago but was inspired by a lot
Tracks of the Month, February 2018
This is an overview of the music that the 909 crew are feeling this month. Not focused on new releases, it serves as an insight to our musical journeys and the discoveries we make on the way. Aqua Matrix – Diagonal Lilac Font This is what the new Blade Runner soundtrack should have sounded
She’s Drunk – Subclubsciously
8/10 Berlin-based French artist, She’s Drunk aims to mark musical minds with ‘schizophrenic club music’ that draws its power from his abrupt, unapologetic and explosive approach to the dance floor. With this concept in mind, She’s Drunk’s latest EP ‘Subclubsciously’ highlights his crazed sound as he rolls through the light and dark elements within dance
Monoloc to release first EP, ‘Storyline’, on new imprint Unterland
Taking a step away from the club environment and exploring new sonic landscapes, Monoloc has launched a new imprint Unterland with debut EP, ‘Storyline’. The music on the label will come from Monoloc and friends focusing on ‘dramatic’ sounds with drone and noise influences. Launching in March with ‘Storyline’, the EP is the first collaborative
Dekmantel reveals lineup for Lente Kabinet 2018
Expanding to two days this year, Dutch festival Lente Kabinet has announced the lineup for its 2018 edition. Taking place Het Twiske in Amsterdam from the 26th to 27th May, Dekmantel focuses on bands and live acts with Kelela, Kamaal Williams, DMX Krew, DJ Python, Crash Course In Science and Alexander Robotnick all on the bill.
Lena Willikens to release Selectors 005 compilation
Dekmantel entlists Lena Willikens to curate the next Selectors compilation. A series dedicated to those who perform at the Dutch imprint’s Croatian festival, Willikens’ selection is a vast mixture of unreleased tracks and vintage gems. “I’ve been playing most of these songs for a while now,” she explains. “I benefit from my friends and colleagues