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Crosstown Rebels
Portrait Of The ObscurePREORDER
Review: Oceanvs Orientalis is Safak Ozkutle and the artist's latest album, Portrait of the Obscure via Damian Lazarus' Crosstown Rebels label delves well into the depths of Istanbul-based producer musical universe. Building on three standout singles released over the past four months, this nine-track LP adds further spotlight to his ability to blend diverse cultural influences into sonically inspiring, dance music landscapes. From the enchanting synthscapes of "Pulse Antique" to the haunting atmospheres of "IL Lupo" featuring Tooker, each track offers a unique exploration of experimental house sounds. Collaborations with artists like Idil Mese and Tilahun Gessesse add layers of depth to the album, making it a must-listen for fans of vibrant electronic music.
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CRMLP 053
26 Apr 24
Minimal/Tech House
26 Apr 24
Minimal/Tech House
Played by: Juno Recommends Deep House
Review: Electronic duo Pale Blue releases their highly anticipated second album 'Maria' on Crosstown Rebels. With eight captivating tracks, the long-player takes listeners on an immersive electronic journey. Mike Simonetti (Italians Do It Better) and Elizabeth Wight (Silver Hands) formed the outfit in 2015, gaining acclaim with their debut album. It showcases Wight's personal experiences and thoughts through her lyrics, accompanied by techno-infused melodies that lean towards rock influences. From dreamlike melodies to haunting productions, the album seamlessly blends electronica with pop touches.
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CRMLP 050
19 May 23
Deep House
19 May 23
Deep House
Played by: Juno Recommends Deep House
Review: Following up the lead single "Under Your Skin" with Kevin Knapp, veteran duo Audiojack of Gruuv Recordings fame finally unveil their full length album on Crosstown Rebels. The Leeds natives James Rial and Richard Burkinshaw last served up an LP back in 2009, so it's another career high for the pair and features a diverse array of moods and grooves across 10 tracks. From the balearic downbeat chill vibe of "Binaural Dreaming", to the funky and bass-driven tech house of "Easy Rider" or similarly the acid laced "Psychoactive" (Part 1) which are more typical of the pair. Not to mention the utterly euphoric second single "Feels Good" featuring vocalist Jem Cooke, its a cohesive effort by these staples of the Ibiza party circuit.
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CRMLP 046
30 Apr 21
Deep House
30 Apr 21
Deep House
Review: Legend of the Bristol drum and bass scene - coming up alongside the likes of Roni Size, DJ Zinc and Photek back in the day - sees himself in 2020 working alongside Damian Lazarus label Crosstown Rebels. Having released his The Edge Of Everything album to critical acclaim (his first LP since 2006) on CR, a first remix installment was introduced earlier this year with a sweet double pack from Masters At Work. Bigger yet is this remix scoop featuring local Bristol associate (and Timedance boss) Batu with a darkly, bass-heavy and percussive twist on TEOE's penultimate track "Space Oddity", with Damian Lazurus himself turning an originally downbeat stepper into a wormholing deep house banger with some sweet claps to hold on to through the dark. Adding some sprinkles of light to this EP is Four Tet's interpretation of "Negative Returns" that still hurtles in velocity and sub-bass, with Kieran Hebden revealing upon its release: "this is the first D&B track I've ever made!"
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CRM 244
04 Dec 20
Bass
04 Dec 20
Bass
Review: Although he's been offering up dancefloor hits for decades, Nic Fanciulli has not previously featured on Crosstown Rebels. He's saved something rather special for his belated bow, offering up a pleasingly melodic, slowly-building blend of smooth tech-house beats, glassy-eyed deep house melodies, clattering layered percussion, dreamy pads and vintage vocal samples borrowed from a turn-of-the-90s dance classic. It's good, but Paul Woolford's accompanying "Endless Bassline Remix" is arguably even better. Inspired by the stuttering, delay-laden dubs of NYC proto-house records and the piano-sporting cheeriness of late '80s "garage-house", the Yorkshire producer's revision is a stunning retro-futurist workout that clocks in at nearly 12 minutes. You'll be hearing it a lot this summer.
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CRM 221
26 Jul 19
Deep House
26 Jul 19
Deep House
Played by: Juno Recommends Deep House
Review: Crosstown Rebels chief Damian Lazarus is back with The Ancient Moons on their sophomore effort, which follows up 2015's Message From The Other Side which was co-produced by James Ford (Simian Mobile Disco, Arctic Monkeys, Florence & The Machine). It features a wide assortment of vocalists and collaborators from around the world. Heart Of Sky combines his cosmic world influences with '80s soul and funk. With Lazarus' background very much in these vintage genres, he found a way to connect that heart and soul to a positive, trippy, psychedelic sound. From the the emotive and life-affirming power of "All I Need To Get High", drifting and esoteric pop-house indicative of his Crosstown sound on "All I Need To Get High" and even some sexy nu-disco deepness on "Help Me Find A Way"
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CRMCD 037
20 Jul 18
Deep House
20 Jul 18
Deep House
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CRMCD 030
29 Jun 15
Deep House
29 Jun 15
Deep House
Review: Crosstown Rebels boss Damian Lazarus seems to be mellowing with age - or at least getting more artistically adventurous. This follow-up to his 2009 debut, Smoke The Monster Out, was co-produced by Simian Mobile Disco's James Ford in LA. London and Mexico, with the assistance of an impressive cast of musicians from around the world. While rooted in the kind of tactile house and techno most associated with the evergreen hipster, Message From The Other Side is impressively psychedelic, otherworldly and stargazing in outlook. The album's woozy, horizontal appeal is therefore enhanced by Lazarus and Ford's use of Indian instrumentation, African percussion and impeccable keys-work from American jazz pianist Eric Lewis.
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CRMCD 029
18 May 15
Deep House
18 May 15
Deep House
Played by: Juno Recommends Minimal Tech, Anja Schneider, Heidi, Tiefschwarz, Rodhad, Nicolas Bougaieff, Thomas Elmore
Review: Canadian producer Jonson unveiles his second solo album. While there are signs that his sound is gradually mutating, for those who were seduced by 'Marionette', there is plenty to get excited about here. "Level 7" offers up those typical, slightly detuned trance melodies that Jonson forged his reputation on, set to a rolling groove and heavy claps, while the title track's psychedelic hooks float through a fluffy ambient backdrop. But "Pictures" also shows that Jonson has moved on; "Touch the Sky" features the kind of jazzy licks that Cobblestone Jazz specialise in - set to a rumbling bass - and more impressively, "Sahara" sees him lay down evocative blues guitar over a pulsing, rhythm track. The approach may have changed, but originality remains his strong point.
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CRMCD 023
10 Jun 13
Minimal/Tech House
10 Jun 13
Minimal/Tech House
Played by: Pablo Sanchez, Scott Fell, Estroe, Shadow Dancer, Alkalino, Todd Bodine, Thinaik, Resident Advisor, Adapter, Jackmaster
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CRM 085
21 Nov 11
Minimal/Tech House
21 Nov 11
Minimal/Tech House
