Review: In recent years, Daniel Baldelli's original productions have tended towards the funkier end of the cosmic disco spectrum. That's certainly what you get here, as the Afro-cosmic pioneer once again joins forces with regular studio partner Marco Dionigi. Of course, there are nod to the chugging, arpeggio-heavy world of Italo-disco - see the Balearic disco dreaminess of "Irradia" and cosmic funk-rock shuffle of "Slightly Mad" - but even these mind-altering journeys come blessed with crackling funk guitars and tasty Clavinet sounds. Our picks are opener "Rusty", a bassline-driven, funk-fuelled Idjut Boys style dub disco number, and the pleasingly percussive, flash-fried funk of "Start The Engine".
Review: Marco Dionigi chose to launch the QND Philosophy imprint with a collaborative EP, featuring his old pal - and cosmic disco pioneer - Daniele Baldelli. For release number two, he's opted to fly solo. Lead cut "Spectrum" is delivered in three contrasting versions. The original laces psychedelic, electronic motifs and poodle perm-boasting guitar solos over a low-slung disco groove. The latter elements are pushed to the fore on the "Funky Mix", before the "Long Mix" allows the veteran Italian producer to stretch out his loopy groove further. "Secret Area", a winding shuffler full of deep analogue bass, alien synths and vintage electronics, completes another solid package.
Review: Here, old friends and regular studio partners Marco Dionigi and Danielle Baldelli once again join forces to deliver some distinctly Italian dancefloor thrills. While the duo's cosmic roots shine through on the druggy, synth-heavy pulse of "I Can't Escape From You", and pitched-down, Clavinet-heavy Afro-cosmic trip "Amandi Tereo", it's the most obviously disco-centric "Sit Back" that really sets the pulse racing. The EP-opening "Funky Mix" is particularly good, and focuses the action on "Superstition"-style jammed-out clav riffs, sparse drum machine percussion, and some deliciously hazy effects. In contrast, the "Dark Mix" is more obviously electronic, with winding top lines wrapping themselves around the duo's bubbly beats.
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