Review: Dukwa follows 2022's Matter Of Time on Peggy Gou's Gudu label with this fine, musical release. "Take Me Away" resounds to metallic snares and a percussive rhythm. Against this backdrop, he weaves in blurry, woozy synths, making for a killer Detroit techno track. On "The Hedge", Dukwa follows a different path. Set to a jacking groove, he factors in jazzy keys and raw electronic riffs that build and drop through the arrangement. "Digital Forest" marks another shift. Like the other tracks, the rhythm is raw, but Dukwa's use of electronic bass and breezy melodies is sure to set it apart.
Review: Peggy Gou's label delivers a compilation that features regular contributors to her label. Mogwaa's "11khz" resounds to a fusion of rolling, shaking drums and lush synths. Exploring this theme further, Salamanda's "Mockingbird" is more contemplative thanks to its combination of swirling melodies and downtempo drums. In contrast, the wonderful Hiver duo drop a crystalline electro track in the shape of "Lunar". The compilation also serves up some fine dance floor tracks: DMX Krew weighs in with the clubby, angular rhythms of "One Take", Brain de Palma's "Road to Tatooine" is a fine, wonky acid track - and Closet Yi's "Sonder" is a shimmering break beat track
Review: Korean electronic artist, Mogwaa, has released his second EP on Peggy Gou's Gudu label, titled 'Drifted,' featuring a remix by Klasse Werks founder, Mr. Ho. Mogwaa is one of Korea's most exciting contemporary artists, known for his diverse catalogue ranging from ambient to jungle. The 'Drifted' EP showcases Mogwaa's musical prowess with a faster tempo than his previous Gudu release. The opening track, 'Driven,' features a combination of chopped-up breaks and a relentless riff, living up to its title. 'Chances for Bounces' showcases Mogwaa's melodic abilities with synthesized voices and a Detroit-leaning bassline over an 808 groove. 'Rushing' takes the EP further into peak-time territory with an acid bassline and expertly crafted automation. Mr. Ho's remix of 'Driven' concludes the EP with dreamy techno vibes.
Review: After a whirlwind 2022, with releases on Super Rhythm Trax and Furthur Electronix, DMX Krew returns to Gudu. The title track puts a heavy focus on Detroit techno, with a jerky bass and whooshing synths providing the stage for Ed DMX to drop a warbling, UR-style acid sequence. On "Altered Chords", that Motor City connection continues, as he deploys a walking funk bassline with chilling strings. In contrast, "U Ain't Really Down" is an outlier. Harder and distorted, it resounds to coruscating analogue riffs rather than studied musicality. However, it's only a temporary divergence: the snaking groove of "I Love Juan" is right up there with the Model 500 innovator's own creations.
Review: JRMS is a new project between newcomer Joseph Cardone and Massimo Di Lena, a veteran who has released on Cadenza and Royal Oak. Issued on Peggy Gou's label, the project sees the duo deliver a pared back, gritty take on house music. The title track is a shuffling, drum-heavy track featuring repurposed rave stabs and a powerful sub-bass. "Shake" sees them take on board electro influences, with a squelchy low end supporting shuffling drums. Meanwhile on "3", the pair drop a percussive rhythm track that underpins detuned squelches and tight claps. Changing tact again, they deliver the tripped out "Solo", which is sure to work for DJs who like to play deeper.
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