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Obscure Shape
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Review: The third instalment of the Monnom Black compilation series sees the respected label delivering its distinctive, hard-edged techno. Villa's "Silhouetten Der Nacht" is a lean roller, while Levzon's "Planga" and Benkhlifa's "Basikstruktur" both deliver a more abrasive, visceral sound. However, the compilation also casts its gaze wide and possesses an impressive range. Umwelt contributes the epic string-led electro of "Echoes of the Storm", while Kashpitzky's hypnotic "Timeline" goes deeper while maintaining a focus on the dance floor. In keeping with this diverse approach, Black III even provides the listener with some ebm, delivered through the pounding, brutalist rhythms of LPV's "Arrival".
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MONNOM 035
29 Sep 23
Techno
29 Sep 23
Techno
Played by: Juno Recommends Techno
Review: For the latest From Another Mind release, label owners SHDW & Obscure Shape have invited an impressive line-up of artists to interpret their work. Hadone's take on "Die Prophezeiung" is a high-octane affair, resounding to pounding kicks and featuring mesmerising synths and spiralling acid lines. The MRD version of "Der Weg Des Kriegers" dispenses with melodies and focuses instead on a raw, industrial rhythm, while Stigmata's remix of "Die Augen Des Teufels" inhabits roughly the same territory, but focuses instead on a dark, pulsating bass. Exium's remix of "Blick Des B?sen" isn't as extreme, but it sees the Spanish duo dropping a visceral bass and tribal drums, while H?ctor Oaks dons his DJKAOS11later ego for the ebm-themed "Kein Entkommen".
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FAM 008
04 Jun 21
Techno
04 Jun 21
Techno
Review: Returning to their Mutual Rytm label, SHDW & Obscure Shape deliver this killer five-track EP. "Eraser" kick starts the release. Featuring surging, filtered chords and deft spin backs, it is powered by a juggernaut rhythm. There is a similar approach applied on "Memories of Nobody", while "Dancer in the Dark" is a more visceral affair. It sees the duo drop a grinding, galloping groove, peppered with dissected vocal samples and powerful, sweeping synths. "Disturbing Behavior" is just as impactful, albeit with a different approach. Featuring nagging acid and an insistent siren, it is powered by pummelling, steely drums. Going deeper for the finale, "The Last Seduction" is a swirling, deep techno track, reminiscent of Vince Watson at his clubbiest.
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MR 012D
05 May 23
Techno
05 May 23
Techno
Review: Opening the From Another Mind account for 2023, label owner SHDW & Obscure Shape deliver the intense Vergessene Welt. "Planet Der Sturme" gets the release off to a visceral start, thanks to its fuzzy, murky rhythm. "Der Urknall" adopts a different approach but is just as impactful; based on pounding grainy drums, it sounds like an interpretation of 90s Synewave techno, filtered through a modern studio. "Das Gefallene Konigreich" follows in a similar vein, albeit with blustering synths, while "Geburt der Erde" is a mesmerising acid workout. The title track brings the EP to a close in an uncharacteristically mellow mode, with the pair inspired by deep Detroit techno to create a hypnotic finale.
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FAM 009
20 Jan 23
Techno
20 Jan 23
Techno
Played by: Juno Recommends Techno
Review: SHDW & Obscure Shape are the latest act to deliver an altruistic project, with all proceeds from the sales of the Charity Version remix project going to Medicines sans Frontieres. First up is Anterist with a pounding, industrial take on the pair's "Die Weisse Rose". This is followed by Jay Clarke's interpretation of the same track, with the Klockworks producer dropping a grungy bass- led groove that's peppered with spiky percussion and searing synths. In stark contrast, the Leksom version of the same track is a moody stepper, while STXRK delivers a driving, percussive version of "Gesang Der Toten Dinge", replete with searing synths and vocal snippets.
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FAMCV 001
07 Aug 20
Techno
07 Aug 20
Techno
Played by: Laylae
Review: SHDW & Obscure Shape's ongoing collaborative partnership finds its first expression in 2020 in the form of Der Weg Des Kriegers. The EP starts off in pounding, hammering mode with the pair fusing Heckmann-style dystopian trance riffs over a pounding, relentless rhythm. "Endgegner" is another peak-time affair, with darker, grinding riffs rolling in over the high-tempo kicks. "Feuersturm" is less visceral, but it still does contain a searing riff that shoots its way to the cosmos and back over a high-paced rhythm. "Hinter Dem Horizont" isn't exactly laid-back either, with tribal drums rolling in to provide cover for visceral electronic riffs.
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FAM 007
03 Apr 20
Techno
03 Apr 20
Techno
Review: Shdw and Obscure Shape run From Another Mind and this four-tracker shows why the label has become so well-regarded in hard techno circles. First up, the pair deliver the ebm-tinged title track, where a rough bass and pulsating acid build gradually to a heady climax. 'Bisswunden" is much heavier and faster, as the German pair drop visceral drums and furious percussion, while on "Blick Des Bosen", they drop a stab-heavy groove that drops and builds to the sound of a buzzing siren. "Kein Entkommen" is different again, with a moody bass providing the backdrop for rolling break beats.
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FAM 006
19 Jul 19
Techno
19 Jul 19
Techno
Review: From Another Mind, founded in 2014, presents its fourth and most capacious release to date. Having started off initially as a South-German Party series, this release sees commanders-in-chief SHDW & Obscure Shape invite back previous guests from the clubnight, just this time using their talents as remixers to breathe new life into the first three much praised From Another Mind records. The likes of Rodhad, Tale Of Us & Mind Against, Dax J, Konstantin Sibold and Shlomo all feature with contributions staying true to the Label's sound forged initially by its founders, and whether going down an epic or a more banging path, all versions pay respect to that special hypnotism which has found so many supporters. Veteran Producer James Ruskin masterfully condenses "Nachtblende" down to a loop while Ryan James Ford brings a touch of IDM-ish Bleep Techno to "Augen Der Nacht". Ed Davenport explores his Inland project further, contributing a stepping techno journey which is only matched by Rodhad's version in its sheer vastness. The release is split in two version EPs, namely FAM004.1 & FAM004.2. Both artworks function by themselves however its full glory shines when held next to each other as the paintings complement each other.
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FAM 004V 2
12 Jun 17
Techno
12 Jun 17
Techno
Played by: Juno Recommends Techno
Review: From Another Mind, founded in 2014, presents its fourth and most capacious release to date. Having started off initially as a South-German Party series, this release sees commanders-in-chief SHDW & Obscure Shape invite back previous guests from the clubnight, just this time using their talents as remixers to breathe new life into the first three much praised From Another Mind records. The likes of Rodhad, Tale Of Us & Mind Against, Dax J, Konstantin Sibold and Shlomo all feature with contributions staying true to the Label's sound forged initially by its founders, and whether going down an epic or a more banging path, all versions pay respect to that special hypnotism which has found so many supporters. Veteran Producer James Ruskin masterfully condenses "Nachtblende" down to a loop while Ryan James Ford brings a touch of IDM-ish Bleep Techno to "Augen Der Nacht". Ed Davenport explores his Inland project further, contributing a stepping techno journey which is only matched by Rodhad's version in its sheer vastness. The release is split in two version EPs, namely FAM004.1 & FAM004.2. Both artworks function by themselves however its full glory shines when held next to each other as the paintings complement each other.
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FAM 004V 1
12 Jun 17
Techno
12 Jun 17
Techno
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WANA-02- 4
27 Nov 20
Techno
27 Nov 20
Techno
