Review: With previous releases on Deeperfect, Desolat and Fuse Records, the Barcelona-based Italian Nicola Calbi makes his debut on Jamie Jones' ever reliable Hottrax with this wicked four tracker - the Eternarte EP. From the hypnotic tribal funk of "Blobber", to the heavy minimalist chug of "Introveraso", the sunny and uplifting chord progression of "Piano Sorte" plus the melodic deep house of "Alba Eldiana" closing out this fine EP on a positive note.
Review: Hottrax chief Jamie Jones drops the landmark 100th release on his beloved label with the Save Myself EP. The title track is proper, tough rolling main room tech house with an infectious vocal refrain, followed by the stomping peak time tool "Moroccan Mint" and the moody rhythms of "Piano Wax" - just wait for that epic chord progression! Finally, Jones revisits the minimal techno sound he cemented his reputation on back in the mid noughties on vocal number "Sleepless Love".
Review: Originating from the Istanbul electronic music scene, Zurich-based Onur Ozman adds to his busy schedule of releases this year by debuting on Jamie Jones' Hottrax. Having previously released on Constant Circles, Sincopat and Kwench Records, Ozman brings his delicate and emotive production to the forefront for these three originals on the At Spoerri's EP. From the bittersweet and evocative title track, the tough rolling main room bounce of "KMIYH" and the emotive off-kilter electro of "Warhol". As a bonus, Amsterdam based duo ANOTR deliver a remix of the title track, and while these guys may be Dutch they sure know how to nail that timeless UK tech house sound.
Review: It was only a matter of time before Me & Her's output would end up in the capable hands of Jamie Jones, so this new EP for the man's sublabel, Hottrax, feels like a natural achievement for the duo. But this is a special affair for various reasons; not only is the original cut to "Wild Rage" a breath of fresh air for both the imprint itself and the enlarged tech-house movement, but there's a rather special selection of remixers too. UK bass-house specialists Dense & Pika rework the original mix into a reverb-heavy techno nodder with a heavy selection of drums and dubby waves, followed by Detroit's DJ Bone and his tribalistic take on the tune...a hypnotic ride that perfectly encapsulates the man's skill and energy behind the decks. KILLAH
Review: Jamie Jones returns to his Hottrax imprint for a various artists release. Named after his respected Ibiza party series, Paradise marks the Hot Creations founder's first original solo material since launching the label in 2013. Joining him are three respected producers. Jones kicks things off with the intoxicating bass-heavy bounce of "Under My Control", Finland's Kiki follows up an appearance on Exploited with the dub inflected tech house of "ALT:TUDE", heavyweight Parisian POPOF (Mindshake/MOOD) gets groovy on "Nowhere 2 Go" and Spanish artist Rafa Barrios, who's recently released on Sola and Stereo Productions presents "Lawless" which is aimed squarely at the mainroom dancefloor with that massive drop.
Review: For this four tracker, Paco Wegmann steps out under the highly renowned Hottrax banner, bringing with him lashings of intense tech flavour. We begin with the tight drum processing of 'Space Traveller', leading into the more stripped back sub heavy patterns of 'Yakuza'. Next up, the 'Intergalactic' title track, which is a real deep heavy hitter alongside Kevin Knapp. We then round off with Ambivalent remix of 'Intergalactic' which sends the original composition flying down an even darker techno route, complete with crunchy 4/4 drum arrangements and classic tech vocal sampling to tie it all together.
Review: Following up some great releases on Kaluki, Circus and Solid Grooves, British DJ/producer Wheats returns to Hottrax with his latest offering - the Another Level EP. There is some tripped-out and rolling tech house for the main room to be enjoyed on this one, as heard on "Iz It Done?", as well as some druggy afterhours vibes on the minimal stomp of "Chrome Visuals", to stomping main room tackle as heard on "N Down" and another peak time slammer in the form of "Control" which goes out all guns blazing in 'Rominimal' style.
Review: Following up releases on Be One and SK Recordings, Italian DJ/producer Gabriele Toma presents his latest Lit Bit EP for Jamie Jones' Hottrax after some great ones by Nicola Calbi, Sosa and Wheats. Across the EP, Toma works vocal snippets and detailed production flair with ease, as heard on the druggy micro funk of the title track, the functional minimal tech house tool "Back It" and the rolling and bass-driven main room groove of "Go Stupid" - which closes out a stellar EP.
Review: Said to be inspired by a life affirming DJ set from Hottrax label boss Jamie Jones in 2018, Clacton based Jamie Fielding set out to purchase his own set of decks and production equipment the very next day. With that in mind, there's no doubt that Fielding's debut on his idol's label is an early milestone in his ascendant career. The bass driven and tripped-out minimal funk of "Mind 3" is perfect tackle for getting weird at the afterhours, while a collaboration with buddy Daley G presents itself in the form of "It's A Vibe". Closing it out is the stripped-back stomper "Work It" which is perfect for those heads down moments on the dancefloor.
Review: After appearing on Loulou Records, Too Many Rules and most importantly Hot Creations, Frenchman Malik Chelihi steps up to its sister imprint Hottrax with three bumping tracks on the Subway EP. Across the EP, Malikk showcases his ability to create energetic and effective tech house, with his distinct use of effected vocal chops and visceral percussion being heavily on display. From the bass heavy bounce of the title track which is aimed squarely at the afterhours dancefloor, there's more minimal funk for you on the pounding percolator drum jack of "Do Dat Dat" and the druggy heads-down roller "Paco" closing out this fine effort.
Review: Following releases on Kaluki, Circus, Solid Grooves and of course Toolroom Trax, British producer Wheats returns to Jamie Jones' Hottrax with Another Planet EP. Heads down minimal tech house is served up once again, best heard on the intoxicating opener "Humanic" a tough rolling and tripped-out cut aimed squarely at the afterhours dancefloor, and featuring Medusa's stylish vocal delivery. He pumps up the adrenaline levels for the main room at peak time with the jacking "Drive" (again featuring Medusa's singing talents) and closing it out with the stripped back groove dynamics of "Insomnia".
Review: Top names in tech house assemble for the second installment of Hottrax's Paradise series. Following on from the first release, the label's second outing will feature three more quality cuts. Up first is Lowwax founder Carlos Sanchez, who serves up the bass-driven peak time adrenaliser "Rigmarole", Hot Creations and Material artist Sizeup is next with "Calypso" - this deep and druggy number with swing-fuelled rhythms goes deeper into the afterhours and finally Monoky & Luis Miranda team up again for "Leggo" - a funky and sun-kissed tech house number that is a perfect track to end the summer season on The White Isle.
Review: Brighton based My Cat Snoop has had an impressive run of releases in recent times for the likes of W&O Street Tracks, In Motion and Mood Records. He's no stranger to Jamie Jones' Hottrax though - this will be his second release for the imprint, following up last year's impressive Repeat EP. The Synchronicity EP features three sleek minimal tech house cuts, that are equally suited to the warm up as they are the afterhours. From the deep, bumping and sleazy title track with its razor sharp bass, swinging rhythms and druggy vocal bits, to the tunnelling and strobe-lit DJ tool "Don't Stop" which will appeal to fans of tracks on top labels like Desolat or Rukus - it's all further evidence that Snoop is one to watch in 2018!
Review: Up next on Jamie Jones Hottrax imprint is ascendant Mancunian DJ/producer Joseph Edmund, following up great releases on Sola, Little Helpers and New Violence. The Pressure EP sees Edmund bang the party in proper style, as heard on the dirty acid bounce of the title track, the fierce and rolling funk attack of "Middle Man" or "Breathe" with its infectious and tough rolling groove - all after the massive drop of course. Hailed as one to watch by scene heroes such as Solardo and Mark Jenkyns - keep your eyes on Edmund moving forward into 2019.
Review: East End Dubs is one of the true heroes of the minimal techno underground, taking the best of classic UK tech house and the burgeoning sounds of 'Rominimal' as heard on his respected Eastenderz and Social vinyl only imprints. You can certainly count us surprised then that his latest offering come via Jamie Jones' Hottrax, but rest assured he hasn't compromised on his sound at all. Matter of fact, he sounds right at home. He debuts with a full release featuring three cuts on 'Rhythm 494', featuring the tough rolling and functional 303 jack of "Acid Roll", the heads-down hypnotic swing action of "Black Light" or the trippy shenanigans of the title track which is perfect tackle for that Fuse London afterhours session.
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