Artist: Various Artists Title: The White Collection Label: Eskimo Recordings Format: CD, digital Release Date: April 3rd 2020 Tracklist: 01. Antenna – Song For Udmurtia 02. NTEIBINT ft. Matina Sous Peau – Back To The Roots Of Love 03. Omar Dahl – Oscar‘s Walk 04. The Oddness – Get It Together 05. Middle Sky Boom – Dreamy Route 06. Julian Hival – Lavender 07. Paresse – Angelus Redux 08. Transistorcake – Future Plan I (Alternate Take) 09. Michoacan – I Can See 10. Tonarunur – Relatively Safe Horseback Riding 11. Cavego – Alfred (og vennene hans) 12. Radial Gaze – Totem Echoes 13. Eliezer & Rina – San Sebastian 14. Boblebad – Kontemplasjon
Eskimo Recordings is a well established label that mostly focus on house and disco influenced productions. In these difficult times the compilation titled ‘The White Collection’ will shine and will help us to break the monotony thanks to some interesting tunes. The 14 tracks featured offer another interesting vision of house music, with the integration of contemporary contaminations, that range from deep house to pitched down stuff.
Out of darkness can only come light. ‘Unity’ is a 31-track opus, a symbol of togetherness curated by Tale Of Us, including artists already on Afterlife and some new names to the label. Accompanied by a continuous journey through this new music, mixed by Tale Of Us, we hope this compilation brings some escape at a challenging time.
It is more important than ever that we stand together and do what we can to help our loved ones, our communities and humanity as a whole. All profits from ‘Unity’ will be donated to the Coronavirus medical relief fund (bit.ly/2WJ8roB) of the most heavily-affected region so far, Lombardy in Italy. It is a cause particularly close to the hearts of us all at Afterlife.
Tale Of Us cover the full spectrum of Afterlife sounds, from stirring, sunrise epics and eyes-down techno to more inward-looking moments, individually expressing a collective vision. Crystalline melodies and emotive oscillations connect each work and form the strands which Tale Of Us weave into a momentous Voyage. From the opening tones of the label founders’ own track ‘Alone’, every turn flows further into the Realm Of Consciousness, an unbounded dimension which ends in light.
Artist: Dennis Quin feat. Kerri Chandler & Troy Denari Title: Be Strong Label: Madhouse Records Cat. #: KCTDL1195 Format: Digital Release: 3rd April 2020 (Main Package) / 24th April 2020 (Club Mix) Tracklist Be Strong (Vocal Mix) Be Strong (Dennis Quin’s Dub) Be Strong (Key-a-pella)
Dennis Quin partners with vocalist Troy Denari and Madhouse Records founder Kerri Chandler to deliver ‘Be Strong’ to open April.
A rising star within the Dutch and global house scene, Dennis Quin’s rapid rise is one which has had a who’s who of the industry’s leading names taking note, from The Black Madonna and Laurent Garnier to The Martinez Brothers, Joris Voorn and Jamie Jones. Above all however, it’s Kerri Chandler’s influence which is the most notable, with the legendary house music icon ‘taking Quin under his wing’, resulting in a string of stand-out releases to date via his Madhouse Records imprint. Having touched down on the label in August 2019, early-April now sees Quin combine with Chandler for the very first time alongside fellow Dutchman Troy Denari to bring a special project to the label as they reveal the emotive ‘Be Strong’ – a track dedicated to Quin’s late mother.
“This is by far the most precious and special project I have made to date. It is my sincere wish that the message this song shares can be passed on.” – Dennis Quin
Opening with the slick ‘Vocal Mix’, Quin, Chandler and Denari’s ‘Be Strong’ quickly reveals a blissful slice of house music guided by rich melodies, bright keys and affectionate vocals, before diving into Quin’s own dub as he strips proceedings back to the bare minimum and lays the focus on snaking grooves amongst organic drum licks. Last up, the aptly named ‘Key-a-pella’ rounds out proceedings as a flurry of infectious piano melodies take hold of the production alongside Denari’s powerful vocals and soaring strings to shape up the package in classy fashion.
‘Be Strong’ will also welcome the release of a ‘Club Mix’ on 24th April, featuring a combination of shuffling percussion, slinking hats and infectious stabs throughout – a cut that’s definitely worth keeping an eye out for.
ROLLOVER MILANO & FRIENDS against CORONAVIRUS ANYTHING GOES Special Compilation
Edits from Rollover Milano and our DJ friends all over the world, from Milan to New York, Paris, London, to Ghent, including 2manydjs, Adam Port, Soul Clap, Bill Brewster, Claudio Coccoluto and more, with all proceeds to go towards the fight against COVID-19 _________
Milan is a beautiful, strong city, respectful of the diversity of people and ideas. As we pass our (third/fourth) week of lockdown staying at home to protect ourselves and others in the fight against COVID-19, we sadly continue to feel the distance between us and our loved ones, but also that of our many fans and DJ friends in Italy and abroad.
With the doors to our home – Apollo Club – shuttered, and the future of our clubbing industry ever so uncertain, we have decided to concentrate on what we do best: serve music to our community. From this, we present to you our special initiative: ROLLOVER MILANO & FRIENDS against CORONAVIRUS.
From Milan to New York, from Ghent to Berlin, Paris and Rome, thanks to the wholehearted support of our DJ friends all over the world and their voluntary contributions, comes a special volume of “ANYTHING GOES”, our edit service that pays homage to the spirit of Balearic music and beyond.
In the Anything Goes Special Compilation you will find the “secret weapons” of our friends including: 2manydjs, Adam Port, Soul Clap, Boombass, Moscoman, Bill Brewster, Kapote, Coccoluto, Alex Neri, SHMLSS, OOFT!, Ferraroni, Riccardo Baez, FUNCLAB, Milangeles, Blinky, Ferrari and of course, Rollover DJs.
In light of the growing crisis, we have made the Special Compilation downloadable for a small contribution starting from 7 euros on our Bandcamp page, with all proceeds going to the official emergency fund set up by the Italian Civil Protection Department destined for the COVID-19 crisis in Italy.
It is not an easy time for any of us working in the world of music and entertainment, but it is even more important to think about those who are in more challenging situations, especially those who are risking their lives every day to fight this battle for all of us.
Every donation from the ROLLOVER MILANO & FRIENDS against CORONAVIRUS initiative helps in not just the flattening of the COVID-19 curve in Italy but takes us, music lovers and clubbers, one step closer towards a carefree summer.
We all come from different worlds, but we are all connected.
Join us and our dear friends in the fight against the Coronavirus and let us continue to entertain you in these times, even as we all stay at home. And remember, we are all united by our passion for music, no matter where we may be.
Artist: Parcel Title: Airing EP Label: Position Obscure Recordings Cat. #: POR001 Release Date: April 2nd 2020 Tracklist: 1. Airing 2. Eurotan
Debuting on Position Obscure Recordings, Parcel’s ‘Airing’ EP explores motifs of isolation and symmetry, layered over systematic hypnotic rhythms. Parcel explores the relationship between melody and spatial awareness on side 1 “Airing”, while side 2 “Erutan” lends an alternative shade of analysis; furthering Parcel’s deep exploration into sound design in relation to environment.
The Italian Resistance – music against the virus, is a compilation whose sole purpose is to help those who need it right now. All our proceeds will therefore be donated to the Italian Red Cross, engaged in the battle against the Coronavirus, Covid19.
We want to thank all the artists who contributed to this charity initiative with their music; in alphabetical order: Alessandro Adriani, Alfredo Mazzilli, Asymptote, Endrew, Exilles, Fabrizio Lapiana, Fabrizio Rat, Hiver, Kaelan, Kaiser, Kobold, Mattia Trani, Max Durante, Neel, Pearl River Sound, Rebecca Delle Piane, Subradeon, Uncrat, Z.i.p.p.o
Special thanks to our mastering engineer Giovanni Conti, who helped us in this project.
The hope is to return to bloom as soon as possible, like this flower. Pic courtesy: Mnemonic
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Music is Freedom. Music is Joy. Sometimes Music is also Responsibility. We want to use our Art to Help out. We want to send a Message, of Love and Hope. For what we can, we’ll do our best, to stop this nightmare as soon as possible. The virus is keeping us away; we need to reduce this distance with the power of Music.
Tracklist:
Alessandro Adriani – Strenght Above Reason Alfredo Mazzilli – Tundra Asymptote – Silent Clouds Exilles – Acid Rain Fabrizio Lapiana – Another Space Fabrizio Rat – Rise Hiver – Mindgames Kaelan – Ashes Of Time Kaiser – Nati Per Combattere Kobold – Reclaim The Streets Endrew – Massen Mattia Trani – Place To Not Be Max Durante – Italian Resistance Neel – Stay Home Pearl River Sound – Massive Testy Rebecca Delle Piane – Villanelle Subradeon – We Will All Be Changed Uncrat – Octy Z.I.P.P.O – Space, Time
Artist: Christian Patti feat. Zak Love Title: Melodic Mind Label: OnCircle Music Cat. #: OCM050 Distribution: Traxsource Release Date: 02/04/2020
Very very happy to announce to have a friend and great artist with us again! Mr Christian Patti, this time, with Zak Love and their deep and deep ‘Melodic’! A long trip that takes you to an intense tour surrounded by a beautiful vocal. Just unmissable!
Artists: Joyce Muniz, Demetrius Title: What’s Your Name Label: Poker Flat Recordings Cat: PFR228 Format: Digital Release Date: April 3rd 2020 Tracklist: 01. Original Mix 02. Instrumental
Joyce Muniz meets Demetrius for the making of ‘What’s Your Name’, forthcoming in the next days on Steve Bug’s Poker Flat Recordings. They melt a tech house drum loop with a rolling bassline and a minimal chord line, and to the end they put over the malevolous vocals of Demetrius. The final result is a track that sprays a malicious and solid vibe. The release package features the original mix and the instrumental version.
Artist: Dubspeeka Title: County Lines Label: Korpus 9 Cat: k9009 Format: Digital Release Date: May 5th 2020 Tracklist: 01. County Lines (Original Mix) 02. County Lines (Robert S (PT) Remix) 03. County Lines (Drumcomplex 2AM Remix) 04. County Lines (Drumcomplex 6AM Remix) 05. 0.0455 (Original Mix)
After many big apparitions on nice labels such as Drumcode, Last Night On Earth, Odd Even, Dubspeeka gets released on the underground label Korpus 9 with ‘low-key profile’ songs. The title track shows a good charm, with a muddy and dark sound where some clear synths and hihats bring a sparkle of light. Drumcomplex and Robert S appear as remixers: notable to mention the Portoguese Robert S because he goes hard with his remix, in that unique way he interprets techno music. Finally closing track titled ‘0.0455’ is another introspective piece with a glimpse of mainstream influences.
Artist: Davide Nigro Title: Molecular Alchemy EP Label: Motech Cat. #: MT133 Format: Digital Download / Streaming Release Date: 17 April 2020 Tracklist: 1. Cosmic Geisha 2. Molecular Alchemy 3. Panoramic Life 4. Anarchy Sound System
Detroit techno label Motech Records’ second release of 2020 sees another debutant producer added to their more than impressive catalogue. This time the beats are supplied by Italian producer, Davide Nigro.
With a number of releases on various techno imprints in 2019, Nigro, (who cites techno’s Baron, Dave Clarke as a life changing influence after seeing him perform at the age of 15), is ready to explode in 2020 starting with the release of ‘Molecular Alchemy EP’ [MT133].
‘Cosmic Geisha’ opens the EP with a driving, pulsing rolling baseline, manic hi-hats and a groove that resonates energy from start to finish. The EP title track, ‘Molecular Alchemy’ follows, which Nigro describes as “crazy funky soul”. Expect a lo-fi aggressive, distorted synth lead; dirty funky Detroit techno at its best.
Track three, ‘Panoramic Life’ leads you into twisted airy suspense through spatial modulation, with dreamy interchanging rhythms and layers of beautifully sculpted sonic textures. Nigro adds: “welcome to the uncontaminated space of sound.” ‘Anarchy Sound System’ rounds off the EP, thumping into action with a pulsating reverberating sub-kick that’s dark and minimal, transcending with a lush morphing and filtered analogue acid lead that takes you into new sonic dimensions. Nigro says: “this is diabolic acid, pervading your senses up to the maximum exasperation that coincides with the utopian moment.” In simpler terms: a track made for the darkest contorted dance floors – mind-blowing music from start to finish!
