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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)
Tracklist Vinyl: 01. Shoegaze (Speedy J Out Of Focus Dub)
02. Shoegaze (Edit Select Dub)
Tracklist Digital: 01. Shoegaze (Speedy J Out Of Focus Dub)
02. Shoegaze (Edit Select Dub)
03. Shoegaze (Edit Select Reviset)
04. Shoegaze (Tool)
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Get ready for a new stunning EP from Electric Deluxe Mastermind Speedy J!
With Shoegaze EP Speedy J has created another incredible body of work. A snapshot of a process, a form that emerges without intention – Half dreaming and half awake – shaping relentlessly pulsing tracks, vibrant and effortlessly contemporary. The vinyl A side Shoegaze (Speedy J out of Focus Dub) takes you right into the core of Speedy J’s massive production wizardry. Amorphous drone sounds, dusty yet smooth and intimate, create a monumental space, while a pulsing sub-bass is luring you into the groove.
The vinyl B side Shoegaze (Edits Select Dub) is up for serious dance fl oor damage. A compressed yet heavy bass constantly rolling and pumping from below and the ethereal dub sounds create an amazing fl owing driven and hypnotic beast of a track, which is already tearing up the dance floors world wide.
Digitally Shoegaze EP goes beyond with two more bonus tracks & tools.
Shoegaze (Edit Select Reviset) is starting off more ambient and atmospheric than the B side brother but gets a grip on you soon. Merciless pulsing bass and echoing drone sounds never cease to leave the dance fl oor out of focus.
At last but not least Speedy J’s Shoegaze (Tool) the distilled bones of Shoegaze. A piece achieving the seamless connection between usability and
artistry.
Speedy J’s Shoegaze EP truly creates a nu gaze on modern Techno and the open ended dialogue between man and machine.
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One of Figure’s central artists, Tokyo based A.Mochi is a leading proponent in a new wave of quality techno coming from Japan. After his defining moment with the “Primordial Soup” LP on Figure last year, the power-producer comes back with ‘C2M’, backed by a stunning remix from Gary Beck. Two cutting-edge techno tracks precision engineered for the worlds best soundsystems.
A.Mochi employs his trademark uncompromising bass and heavy percussion, along with spacey, droning tones and a haunting vocal sample that takes inspiration from the 90s rave days yet transports it straight into his apocalyptic future techno world.
Glasgow based Gary Beck lifts up the energy even further with his riotous remix that brings a big-room, festival vibe to the original’s monotonefunk. Heavy bass action, intricate builds and plenty of drama ensure this will work up a frenzy on the dancefloor in this standout mix.
A.Mochi also provides a pounding digital bonus track in the shape of “Unforgiven”. Immense rolling bass and tripping drum patterns urge forward in a perfect DJ tool full of drama.
Tracklist:
01. Push Push
02. Who Says It’s Real?
03. The Unstoppable Collision
04. Red Alert
05. Lonely Star
06. Don’t Look Back
07. My Other Life
08. Reverse Happiness
09. Where a Boy Used to Be
10. Don’t Look Back (Extended)
11. The Unstoppable Collision (Extended)
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The story of how some bands were formed can be as fascinating as it can be surprising. The British-Austrian trio Compact Space is one such example. Their first single “Push Push” inevitably enchants the listener and that’s only the beginning. Compact Space’s debut album “Nameless”, which comes out on 24th June 2011, will impress the listener with its excellent songwriting and first-class production.
Compact Space was founded by Christian Eigner, Daryl Bamonte and Florian Kraemmer. The former are already particularly well-known among Depeche Mode fans. For years, Eigner has played drums for the band and has also co-written various songs with Dave Gahan – for Depeche Mode as well as for Gahan’s last solo album, which he also co-produced.
As a musician Eigner has contributed to a total of more than 100 albums for various artists. Bamonte began working for Depeche Mode from the start of their career in 1980, taking on a variety of roles before moving on in 1995 to work for The Cure for several years.
The trio is completed by the exceptional singer Florian Kraemmer. Kraemmer, like Eigner a native of Vienna, is the son of an
actress and an opera singer. As a result, he was able to benefit from classical piano training from the tender age of eight. To date, he has worked mainly as a TV composer and has preserved his passion for classical music.
Eigner and Bamonte, who is also his manager, began writing together by chance. Needing toplines for his songs, Christian asked Daryl to write lyrics and on seeing the results immediately brought in long-time collaborator Kraemmer to complete the writing team.
At first, this involved writing songs for other artists. But when “Push Push” took shape the trio realised that this had to be the start of a joint project – Compact Space was born and their first single was already complete.
From then on, they were full of ideas. All nine songs on “Nameless” feature captivating melodies, sophisticated sounds and powerful production. Songs such as “Who Says It’s Real?”, “Reverse Happiness” and “Don’t Look Back” are perfect examples of this contrast. The album was mixed by Paul ‘P-Dub’ Walton, and the aesthetics of Compact Space are also visually consistent: Danny Drysdale, who filmed among other things the Killers’ hit “Human”, made the video for “Push Push”.
When it comes down to it, the trio shares creative equality when they work on their songs. Daryl writes the lyrics, Florian develops the melodies and Christian puts together the powerful music that marks Compact Space with their own unmistakable style as soon as you listen to them.
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Manche Bandgründungen sind ebenso faszinierend wie überraschend. Das britisch-österreichische Trio Compact Space ist ein gutes Beispiel dafür. Der Hörer kann sich dem Zauber ihrer ersten Single “Push Push” nicht entziehen – und das ist erst der Anfang. Das Debütalbum “Nameless” wird am 24. Juni 2011 veröffentlicht und begeistert mit exzellentem Songwriting und einer erstklassigen Produktion.
Compact Space wurde von Christian Eigner, Daryl Bamonte und Florian Kraemmer gegründet. Erstere sind vor allem den Fans von Depeche Mode bereits wohlbekannt. Eigner spielt seit Jahren Schlagzeug für die Band und schrieb mehrere Songs zusammen mit Dave Gahan – für Depeche Mode sowie für Gahans letztes Soloalbum, welches er auch co-produzierte. In seiner Eigenschaft als Musiker hat Eigner an insgesamt mehr als 100 Alben verschiedener Künstler mitgewirkt. Bamonte begann seine Arbeit für Depeche Mode zu Beginn ihrer Karriere im Jahr 1980 und nahm unterschiedliche Rollen ein, bevor er ab 1995 mehrere Jahre für The Cure tätig war.
Komplettiert wird das Trio durch den österreichischen Ausnahmesänger Florian Kraemmer. Der Sohn einer Schauspielerin und eines Opernsängers, heute ein erfolgreicher Komponist von Musik für Fernsehproduktionen, begann bereits im Alter von acht Jahren mit einer klassischen Klavierausbildung, die den Grundstein für seine musikalische Karriere legte.
Eher zufällig kam es zum Zusammenschluss der drei Musiker, der zunächst mit dem Komponieren von Songs im Rahmen der Produzententätigkeit von Christian Eigner für andere Künstler begann. Christian brauchte ein paar herausragende Zeilen für seine Songs, und so bat er Daryl, die Texte zu schreiben. Als er das Ergebnis sah, holte er zusätzlich seinen langjährigen musikalischen Weggefährten Florian ins Boot, um das Songwriterteam zu vervollständigen. Als “Push Push” Gestalt annahm, erkannte das Trio, dass dies der Anfang eines gemeinsamen Projekts sein musste – Compact Space wurde gegründet, und ihre erste Single war bereits fertig.
Ab diesem Zeitpunkt entwickelten Sie eine Menge neuer Ideen. Alle neun Songs auf “Nameless” zeichnen sich durch fesselnde Melodien, anspruchsvolles Sounddesign und eine beeindruckende Produktion aus. Songs wie “Who Says It’s Real?”, “Reverse Happiness” und “Don’t Look Back” sind hervorragende Beispiele für dieses Zusammenspiel. Das Album wurde von Paul “P-Dub” Walton gemischt, und die Ästhetik von Compact Space ist auch in optischer Hinsicht konsistent: Danny Drysdale, der unter anderem den Killers-Hit “Human” filmte, nahm auch das Video für “Push Push” auf. Letztendlich sind die Mitglieder des Trios bei der Arbeit an ihren Songs gleichermaßen kreativ. Daryl schreibt die Texte, Florian entwickelt die Melodien, und Christian stellt die beeindruckende Musik zusammen, die Compact Space und ihren unverwechselbaren Stil ausmacht.
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Special:
Album launch @ Planetarium Hamburg (Germany) on the 23rd June – get your ticket here.
