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Nikola Gala
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Deetron / Various
Played by: Juno Recommends Techno
Review: This an altogether epic offering from Deetron; a vast collection of un-mixed tracks from his brilliant DJ Kicks mix (naturally included as a bonus cut) that is little less than a lesson in the evolution of techno over the last three decades. Amongst the 38 tracks you'll find fine representatives of a myriad of sub-genres (intelligent techno, dub techno, IDM, ambient techno, gospel techno, and so on), as well as past, present and future classics (Damier and Trent's "Morning Factory", Spacetime Continuum's "Swing Factory", Mark Ernestus's recent Equinoxx remix, the Motor City bliss of Rhythim is Rhythim AKA Derrick May's "Ka-o-tic Harmony", a brilliant old Black Dog Productions workout). In other words, it's a breathlessly brilliant collection of both well-known and obscure gems. It comes heartily recommended.
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K7 359DTM
09 Mar 18
Techno
09 Mar 18
Techno
Various
Played by: Spektral
Review: The unstoppable Toolroom Longplayer series drops another shedload of Detroit-minded cuts for their latest compilation, featuring some of its casuals who are in no mood for docile house. Instead, you got heavy, teched-out floor dominators by the likes of Mihalis Safras - who is beautifully stripped back and pumped up by techno veteran Heiko Laux - Oscar L, DJ Boris, The YellowHeads and plenty more. As Omar S would say: "Mo' bang for yo' buck!"
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TOOL 391/01Z
15 Jun 15
Techno
15 Jun 15
Techno
Various
Played by: Alkalino
Review: Judging by the title of this release, it sounds like Matt Edwards' label has developed a bunker mentality. The reality however is that Rekids hunts high and low for release material, evidenced by the geographical diversity on this release. Nina Kraviz delivers a typically sultry house groove on "Tanya", with hypnotic vocal samples and dramatic synths combined over a clicky analogue groove. By contrast, Nikola Gala's "The Pump" bristles with steely drums and churning chords, while Jochem Paap aka Speedy J goes back to his roots to deliver "Klave". Recalling classic releases like "Ginger", its subtle claps and subtle tonal shifts make for a timeless techno groove.
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REKIDSVS 005
20 Jan 14
Minimal/Tech House
20 Jan 14
Minimal/Tech House
Various
Liviu Groza & Kennedy Smith - "Could Be Anybody" (Amir Alexander's Deep Dive remix) - (6:33) 123 BPM
Review: Following on from the recent UK and Germany EPs, this expansive collection further sheds light on Rekids' wide-ranging approach. There's Radio Slave's own 'Shaking The Tree' remix of Mr G's "Makes No Sense", which draws on the bongo-heavy house of US producers like Halo & Hipp-E, replete with birdsong and Rastafarian stream of consciousness toasting. In contrast, the raw, analogue stomp of Colin McBean's "Get on Down" sounds like Richie Hawtin's Circuit Breaker doing house, while Wink delivers an insane, acid-tweaked take on Radioslave's "Screaming Hands". The compilation also features lesser-known nuggets like Jjak Hogan's "Optifreeze", where tripped out synths combine with a low-slung rhythm, and the muffled vocals and dreamy synths of Amir Alexander's take on Liviu Groza & Kennedy Smith's "Could Be Anybody".
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REKIDSVSB 001
16 Dec 13
Techno
16 Dec 13
Techno
Various
Review: Matt Edwards' label has such strong ties to Berlin, but this release's title doesn't imply that Rekids is opposed to German electronic music. The reality is that it refers to that older meaning of 'versus', the 'versioning' that fuelled dub sound systms. Certainly Berghain residents Marcel Dettmann and Ben Klock put their stamp on Rekids tracks. In Dettmann's case it's ticking percussion and a nagging acid line that lends an air of menace to Mr G's "U Askin?", while for Klock, his "Timepiece" reshape of Deepchild vs Jamie Anderson's "The Clock" provides an opportunity to layer metallic rhythms on top of each other. Roman Fluegel's tranced out version of Radioslave's "My Bleep", which was one of Rekids first releases, completes the package.
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REKIDSVS 001
02 Dec 13
Techno
02 Dec 13
Techno
Played by: Adam B (Homegrown Music), Joachim Spieth, Alkalino, Philippe Petit, Tom Trago, A1 Basssline
Review: There are countless labels and acts flirting with the old school house sound - but is Rekids one of the few genuine flagbearers for classic Chicago dance music? On the evidence of Only, the answer is a resounding yes. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Gala does not worship at the altar of Larry Heard and Adonis, but in the church of Relief. The title track's slamming, relentless rhythm, metal-plated drums and insistent stabs are interspersed with a chopped up vocal sample that recalls Cajmere at his most deranged. Ryan Elliot does a fine job with his remix, with lithe hats skimming their way over deep chord sequences, but it's all about the original version.
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REKIDS 062
21 May 12
Minimal/Tech House
21 May 12
Minimal/Tech House
Played by: GummiHz, Shadow Dancer, Eddie Niguel Aka Edel, Alkalino, Juno Recommends Minimal Tech, Ray Okpara, Brisboys, Radio Slave, Uppermost, Digitalworkx, Sleep D / Butter Sessions, THE ELECTRONUTS, Alli Borem
Review: Matt Edwards's label makes another smart signing with this release from Nikos Galatsopoulos. The same kind of driving throb that Edwards made his name with as Radioslave is audible here on "Dope Beat" - with beefy drums and a simple but effective filter keeping the arrangement dynamic and dancefloor friendly. A similarly utilitarian approach is evident on "Tunnel Vision", but in that instance the sounds are more techno-focused and the repetition centres on a deep chord build that breaks down and restarts. However, the most memorable moments here are "Hi Fly" and the title track. Underscored by infectiously catchy, summery disco filters, the former will garner all the radio play while the latter's Ian Pooley-like groove will rule in techno and house clubs alike.
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REKIDS 054D
13 May 11
Minimal/Tech House
13 May 11
Minimal/Tech House
