On the eve of the release of James Holden‘s eagerly anticipated new album The Inheritors, the appetite-whetting arpeggio extravaganza Renata single trumpets his return with a pair of special remixes from Holden-endorsed synth luminaries Daphni and Steve Moore.
Caribou mainman Dan Snaith puts on his DJ-friendly Daphni hat to return the Holden remix favour with the sort of idiosyncratic blend of pitched-about vocals, fidgety garage revival beats and psychedelic synths that only he can get away with. Zombi band man and L.I.E.S. affiliated synth superstar Steve Moore meanwhile takes the flipside in an altogether more smooth direction, with a decidedly deep rework that places everything in its right New Age place.
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One More Fluorescent Rush is one of my favorite tracks of the decade; it is beautiful yet dynamic, laced with sparkling synths and melodies that will make sure it is being played at high volumes for years to come. The music video is a masterpiece as well, no surprise since Whities always comes correct with the visuals. Avalon Emerson's remix of Four Tet's Teenage Birdsong is also a must buy, reminding us that her signature sound remains unique and unlike anything else out there. Edward
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The excellent Barcelona label House of (S)PUNK is back with a five-song comp showcasing the local hardgroove scene. Bandcamp New & Notable May 1, 2024
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My whole body agrees with the pace of this short but solid track list. A generous helping of acoustic rhythm samples ignited by breakbeats add extra attention to full range movement on the dancefloor. Not a beat wasted. cherub420