Review: Henry Saiz reaches a creative zenith with "Balance 032," a meticulously crafted journey that reflects two years of dedication and artistic exploration. This marks Saiz's third contribution to the revered compilation series, and the 18 tracks here showcase his ability to weave a captivating odyssey shaped by influences ranging from artificial intelligence to his recent ADHD diagnosis. The expansive mix serves as a testament to Saiz's commitment, with nearly 75% of the content comprising exclusive, unreleased tracks-- a blend of his own creations and contributions from both revered collaborators and emerging talents. Saiz 'em up!
Review: An established artist since 2015 that's earned a reputation through labels like Civil Music (think Darling Farah, Drums Of Death, Debruit) and a release with Headman on Relish Recordings before that, Brassica makes his return to Feel My Bicep! Having debuted on the label in 2016, the artist's last transmission was a solid three years ago and like before Brassica continues to channel early dance music inspirations attached to a set of UK influences, and it's sounding fresh. Think space age electro given a silky bleep touch in the title-track with highly effective acid progressions to tug at those heart strings, with some more lo-fi, underwater dwelling electro in "Storm 87". Find an undeniable bassline, syncopated rhythm and flecks of Aphex Twin acid furthermore in "Sauna" next to the EP's definitive rave track "Synthetic Being". Stellar release.
Jr Seaton - "Azklementyne" (Brassica mix) - (7:38) 126 BPM
Review: For 'BORIV' read 'Best Of Relish 4', as Headman's label serve up another best-of collection, this time drawing mostly on the years 2009-2011. Featured artists include Daniel Avery, David Gilmour Girls and JR Seaton, as well as label boss Robi Insinna in both his Headman and Manhead guises, and the album comes packed with exactly the kind of angular, new wave-y nu-disco and electro you'd expect, complete with some new mixes to tempt long-term fans. What's most interesting, though, is that these tracks don't sound half as experimental or out-there as they did 10 years ago, which speaks to just how influential a label time has proven Relish to be.
Review: Bicep has long been fans of Brassica's brand of hard-to-define electronic music, so it's little surprise to see him delivering the latest single on their revitalized Feel My Bicep imprint. He begins with the tactile, four-in-the-morning hypnotism of "Time Tunnel", where spaced out electronics and cyclical riffs ride an ultra-deep, locked-in groove, before doffing a cap to vintage Meat Beat Manifesto and early Orbital on the thrilling "Wryders". You'll then find two interpretations of "Time Tunnel": a warm, hazy and slightly more loved up edit by The Sphinx, and a thrusting, high-octane acid-meets-psychedelic techno assault from Roy of the Ravers.
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