out now: Marcel Fengler – Thwack (Remixes) [Mote-Evolver]

Artist:
Marcel Fengler

Title:
Thwack (Remixes)

Label:
Mote-Evolver

Cat#:
MOTE025

Release Date:
18th July 2011

Format:
clear 12″ & digital

Tracklist:
01. Thwack (Norman Nodge Remix)
02. Thwack (Planetary Assault Systems Remix)
03. Thwack (Mike Parker Remix)
04. Thwack (L.B. Dub Corp Remix)

L.B. Dub Corp Remix is a download-only track. It is not avialable at each store – some have only a 3-tracker. The remix will be also featured on Berghain [05].
L.B. Dub Corp Remix was planned as a download-only track but it is not available at the moment. It will be featured though on Berghain [05].

Info :
Marcel Fengler doesn’t mess around, and neither does he with his productions. Released in May last year, his “Thwack EP” showcased the kind of pulsing, throbbing techno sound that few other producers can equal in intensity. It was a perfect match for Luke Slater’s Mote-Evolver imprint that continues a fresh and consistent release schedule of heavy, driving techno records. Whether marked by their distinctive “Berghain sound”, their relentless intensity, or simply their affinity for the dance floor, Mote-Evolver’s releases remain unmatched for their quality. Now, having gathered together
some of the most seasoned techno producers, Mote-Evolver presents four remixes of Marcel Fengler’s “Thwack.”

The “Thwack Remixes” EP starts off with Norman Nodge’s percussive and dubby re-working of “Thwack”. Tense yet subdued, Nodge balances contrasting elements that bring the original recording into unseen new territories. Following second on the A-side is Luke Slater’s remix as Planetary Assault Systems, which expands upon the intensity of “Thwack.” Layered with thick, heavy bass, the PAS remix grabs hold with its entrancing low frequencies as well as its screeching and howling effects.

Mike Parker contributes his remix of “Thwack” on the B-side, which uses fuzzy effects and pulsing bass to create an atmospheric re-imagining of the track. Intriguing and mysterious, Parker’s remix charges the dance floor with an electric-like current ready to be struck by metaphorical sonic lightning.

The digital release includes an additional remix by LB Dub Corp, the moniker used by label-boss Slater for his deeper productions. Swirling and hypnotic, LB Dub Corp’s remix uses the pace of the original track and adds a bouncing bassline that rumbles forward, just as engaging as the original release.

Listen:

Unofficial video for the “Planetary Assault Systems Remix”:

Video created by the29nov films.

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JunoDownload (digital) [3 tracks]
7digital (digital) [3 tracks]
beatport (digital) [3 tracks]
Amazon UK (digital) [3 tracks]
Amazon GER (digital) [3 tracks]
Amazon US (digital) [3 tracks]
zero-inch (digital) [4 tracks]
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Websites:
Marcel Fengler
Mote-Evolver

out now: Maike Rosa Vogel – Unvollkommen [Our Choice]

Artist:
Maike Rosa Vogel

Title:
Unvollkommen

Label:
Our Choice

Cat#:
tba

Release Date:
8th April 2011

Format:
CD & digital

Tracklist:
01. Alle Meine Liebe
02. Die Mauern Kamen Langsam
03. Alle Meine Träume Wahr
04. Ich Bau Mir Ein Zelt
05. Deine Haut
06. Meine Haut
07. Liebe Gemacht
08. Das Mutigste Mädchen Der Welt
09. Faule Menschen
10. Kann ich Bleiben?
11. Er Sagte

Info (German only):
Maike Rosa Vogel ist Basis und Schlussstein des deutschen Folk. Ihre Lieder sind wie gute Freundinnen, die man lange nicht gesehen hat, aber wenn sie da sind, ist alles wie immer und alles ist gut. Sie hat eine helle, reine Stimme und Lieder, die so klar sind wie Quellwasser. Sie singt von dem, was wir brauchen und wollen: Liebe, Sex und Veränderung der Welt zum Besseren. Sie versöhnt uns mit unserem Scheitern und ermuntert uns zu neuen Taten.

Maike Rosa Vogel stammt aus Frankfurt und kommt aus einem (nicht zu reaolo-mäßigen, dafür gesangsfreudigen) 68-er Haushalt. Ihre Schulausbildung hat sie abgebrochen und mit 14 ihre erste Band gegründet.

Nach Jahren als Postbotin, Kellnerin und Fahrradkurier (7 Jahre) hat sie sich an der Popakademie in Mannheim beworben, dort traf sie u.a. Konstantin Gropper und sie begannen ihre musikalische Zusammenarbeit, die die beiden auch auf ihren Alben fortgesetzt haben.

“Unvollkommen” wurde zum Teil von Sven Regener in den Hansa Studios in Berlin aufgenommen und gemischt, zum anderen Teil von Maike selbst bei sich zuhause.

Derzeit ist Maike am Maxim Gorki Theater, Berlin, als Musikerin für Milan Peschels Inszenierung der “Glasmenagerie” engagiert. Außerdem macht hat sie gerade eine Filmmusik für “Whores’ Glory”, den neuen Dokumentarfilm von Michael Glawogger (“Working Man’s Death”, “Mega Cities”). Dort wird sie neben PJ Harvey und Coco Rosie zu hören sein.

Wir haben sie mit ihrem ersten Album “Golden”, das als “Album der Woche” bei Radio 1 lief, eher zufällig entdeckt und Maike Rosa Vogel sofort für Mute Songs /Edition Stumm gesignt und sind sehr stolz auf sie.

Im Februar kann man sie als Vorprogramm vom Element of Crime auf deren diesjähriger Tournee sehen, ab April finden ihre eigenen Konzerte statt.

Listen:
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Video:

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Websites:
Maike Rosa Vogel
Our Choice

out now: S.C.U.M – Amber Hands [Mute]

Artist:
S.C.U.M

Title:
Amber Hands

Label:
Mute

Cat#:
MUTE453

Release Date:
18th July 2011

Format:
vinyl & digital

Tracklist:
01. Amber Hands
02. Fountains
03. Amber Hands (Silver Apples Remix)
04. Amber Hands (Sonic Boom Remix)

Info:
Recent signings to Mute, S.C.U.M are set to release a brand new single on 18 July 2011.

“Amber Hands”, recorded in London with producer Ken Thomas (known for his work with David Bowie, Clock DVA, The Cocteau Twins, Psychic TV, Sigor Ros, Dave Gahan), comes backed with mixes by Sonic Boom and Silver Apples and exclusive track “Fountains”. Available on 12? and digital download, this is the first single to be lifted from the band’s forthcoming debut album which is due for release on the 9th September.

Based in London, S.C.U.M exploded onto the music scene two years ago with the release of their debut single ‘Visions Arise’. The single, together with their exciting and intense live shows, quickly grabbed the imagination of fans and critics alike. Since then the band have toured extensively across the UK and Europe to a growing fan base.

S.C.U.M are Thomas Cohen (vocal), Bradley Baker (machines), Samuel Kilcoyne (moog), Melissa Rigby (drums) and Huw Webb (Bass). If you like Mute artists of the second generation: Samuel Kilcoyne also known as “Sammy 7” is the son of Barry 7, former member of the Mute act ADD N TO (X). He was also a protagonist of the “underage” scene in London that got a big public attention a few years ago.

The band sounds like a contemporary version of Joy Division blended with the echo chambered pop appeal of Hurts. Dark and majestic.

After supporting The Kills in May, S.C.U.M will play some more shows e.g. at the Mute nights in Amsterdam, Berlin and Paris (see tour dates)

Listen:
“Amber Hands”

“Amber Hands (Silver Apples Remix)”

“Amber Hands (Sonic Boom Remix)”

Video:

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more soon

Tour dates:
27th June 2011 @Bitterzoet, Amsterdam (The Netherlands)
Mute Night with Big Deal, Beth Jeans Houghton, Maike Rosa Vogel

28th June 2011 @Berghain Kantine, Berlin (Germany) >>>
Mute Night with Big Deal, Beth Jeans Houghton, Maike Rosa Vogel

29th June 2011 @Fleche D’Or, Paris (France)
Mute Night with Big Deal, Beth Jeans Houghton, Irmin Schmidt & Kumo (DJ), Bertrand Burgalat (DJ)

02nd July 2011 @The Independent, Sunderland (UK)

03rd July 2011 @King Tuts Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow (UK)

04th July 2011 @The Ruby Lounge, Manchester (UK)

06th July 2011 @The Forum, Sheffield (UK)

08th July 2011 @Met Lounge, Peterborough (UK)

11th July 2011 @Duchess, York (UK)

12th July 2011 @Haymakers, Cambridge (UK)

13th July 2011 @Electrowerkz, London (UK)

24th July 2011 @Alexandra Palace, London (UK)

06th August 2011 @Field Day Festival – Victoria Park, London (UK)

Websites:
S.C.U.M
Mute
Mute UK @ Facebook
Mute Germany @ Facebook