Transmissions 008 with Sinisa Tamamovic

VA- A-Sides (DC97)

ERSCHEINUNGSDATUM
2012-07-30

LABELS
Drumcode

KATALOG #
DC97

Contained within this eleven-track compilation is a collection of tracks submitted to Drumcode as demos but which didnt have other tracks to be partnered with to make up a classical Drumcode EP. Such was the quality and quantity of these stunning one-off tracks that the idea of making them into a compilation was born primarily for practical reasons. As the project grew the idea became a theme and the theme evolved into a finished project A-Sides - which tells both the story of Drumcodes recent past with familiarly high-octane tracks from Adam Beyer, Alan Fitzpatrick, Joseph Capriati, Gary Beck, Gregor Tresher and Dustin Zahn & Rachel Palmer but also gives a glance into what is to come as the likes of Patrick Siech, Luigi Madonna, Roberto Capuano, Dhillon and Manic Brothers get their chance to contribute to the shaping Drumcodes future.

Sam Paganini - Eros EP [DC096]

ERSCHEINUNGSDATUM
2012-07-09

LABELS
Drumcode

KATALOG #
DC96

Having made his debut on Drumcode in January, the evergreen Italian producer is back with another four-track EP to follow up the enormously well received Prisma EP. Supported by DJs from across the spectrum from Drumcode stalwarts like Alan Fitzpatrick (Prisma) and Slam (Self Control) through to house music legend Erick Morillo (Back To Zero), Paganinis reputation within techno circles is well established with a recent releases on boasts Plus 8, Form and Octopus Recordings alongside Drumcode.Eros sets the tone for the EP with a hypnotic fusion of mechanical robot funk pitched to a shunting percussive groove that weaves its way through subtle washes of faint vocal snippets. Egotism ups the intensity with a cavernous big room workout that pairs heavyweight throbbing bass and harmonic rhythms to create a deep, snaking sonic ride. The Gypsy slips back down through the gears to work up a bumping groove that combines exotic tribal rhythms with otherworldly effects and wonky vocoder vocals. Finally, Wooden Toys continues the percussive feel of the EP with a slamming tech cut built on a swaying groove and punctuated with distinct rhythms and drawn out pads.

Ben Sims - Air Rage EP [DC93]

ERSCHEINUNGSDATUM
2012-04-30

LABELS
Drumcode

KATALOG #
DC93

With the irresistible force of his recent contributions to the label still reverberating strongly throughout all parts of techno and beyond, Drumcode welcome back Ben Sims for another inspirational and incendiary EP of his trademark grooves. Beginning where Bens Smoke & Mirrors album left off, Air Rage EP has Sims on serious underground form; laying down punishing party grooves of abrasive, rolling rhythms while making space for splashes of full-force funk and enchanting melodic moments. Sims intuitively daring use of these contrasting energies is the source of this EPs intoxicating appeal with examples evident within all four tracks. Whether it is the looping robotic bleeps on The Parade; the funked-up electro stomp of Air Rage; the otherworldly strings in Move In Time or the harmonic bell chimes within Machine Funk.

Joseph Capriati & Adam Beyer - Congenial Endeavor Ep [DC092]

ERSCHEINUNGSDATUM
2012-03-26

LABELS
Drumcode

KATALOG #
DC92

From being label mates on Drumcode to becoming studio partners was only a matter of time for Adam Beyer and Joseph Capriati. That time finally came when they found themselves with some downtime in Stockholm following the Drumcode Christmas party. Having shared the DJ booth on many occasions, often playing back-2-back sessions, the pair has proven the musical connection between them is a potent one. Title track, Congenial Endeavor sums up this bond, not just in meaning but also by the resolute yet emotive styling of the content, which treads a line between the playful melodies and primal rhythms that characterize the music of both producers. Rubicon operates within a similar ballpark, delivering much for those seeking bombastic techno while also making room for a little cerebral depth via the intricately structured atmospherics. Family Matters provides an alternative angle; slowing the BPMs, working up a warm, hypnotic bassline and teasing out strings to create a low-slung groover that oozes late-night wonkiness.

Alan Fitzpatrick - Life Through Different Eyes Ep [DC91]

ERSCHEINUNGSDATUM
2012-03-05

LABELS
Drumcode

KATALOG #
DC91

Alan Fitzpatricks latest EP is the product of a particularly productive six months of studio time for the Drumcode regular. Containing five tracks that cover a circular range from pre-party ambiance to tripped-out melodic odyssey; vocal laced, chord driven hooks; barnstorming peak-time hammers; and 123bm afterparty grooves; there is more than the usual Drumcode fare on offer within the aptly named Life Through Different Eyes EP. A significant release for artist and label; the sonic incarnation of Fitzpatricks growing maturity as a producer and an indication as to the next evolution of the Drumcode sound.

Kaiserdisco - La Patagonia EP [DC90]

ERSCHEINUNGSDATUM
2012-02-13

LABELS
Drumcode

KATALOG #
DC90

Having completed a landmark year in 2011 with the labels 15 Year anniversary celebrations, which including a 12-date club tour and compilation album, Drumcode gets back to the future in 2012 with a busy schedule of releases and event. Those who have followed Drumcode over recent times will recognize some familiar names with new projects scheduled from Alan Fitzpatrick, Joseph Capriati, Kaiserdisco and Ben Sims, whose Smoke & Mirrors debut album was one of 2011s highlights; not just for Drumcode but for the whole techno scene. With a discography made up of labels as wide ranging as 100%% Pure, Global Underground and Drumcode it is tempting to describe Kaiserdisco as musical chameleons. Indefinitely adaptable, highly developed deliverers of exactly what is needed at exactly the right time. This definition is certainly apt when it comes to the duos output for Drumcode; such is the niche that Kaiserdisco have carved out for themselves via their previous tracks for the label. Even a eye-opening switch up in the toughness of their beats on La Patagonia EP didnt stop Adam Beyer from immediately falling for this latest double-barrel blast of pacey techno funk. An overwhelmingly positive time spent touring Argentina and Chile was the inspiration for the title of Kaiserdiscos latest two-tracker for Drumcode and with a little imagination it is not hard to hear where the South American vibes seep into the tracks to give them their distinct flavour. La Boca brings a rolling hypo-funk with a stuttering riff and jazzy keys managing to remain mischievous and driving at the same time while Aymara heads a little deep, drawing out an underlying dark tribalism via multi layered percussion and enchanting Shamanic sub-bass.