Featuring: Chewie

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Uprise Audio has hardly been out of the spotlight the past six months. From the very first record, a engineering masterpiece of powerful grooves driven by intelligent bass, the label was bound for success. This meteoric rise, driven by the enduring passion and tenacious mindset of Seven and Verity, has been exclusively documented by the continually supportive blogs of Bassweight Society, FatKidOnFire and Hedmuk to critical acclaim. And the coverage of UA004 is no exception. Presenting the future of Uprise Audio and perhaps some of the most talented producers currently writing experimental underground music, the record is a testament to the artistic vision and musical direction the UA imprint set out to deliver. For one individual, this release serves as his debut appearance on the label, who until now, has remained fairly low key yet pivotal in promoting the sounds of Uprise Audio beyond the borders of the UK. With the highly anticipated Uprising EP only a matter of days away from digital release (official release: May 27th), I tracked down this mysterious being who once upon a time in a galaxy far far away, was a hairy household name…

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Competition: Win an exclusive FKOF bundle: Un/Known01 + FKOF Tee + Stickers.

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PURCHASE: FKOFUn/Known01

Our good friends over at FatKidOnFire recently dropped their debut compilation album: FKOFUn/Known01. It’s a stunning collection of twenty, forward-thinking ‘dubstep’ sounds from some of the genre’s leading producers. With prominent artists such as Truth, Perverse, Nanobyte and Gantz featuring alongside newer producers like BunZer0, Camu and The Illuminated, the compilation pushes the ever-expanding sonic envelope of underground bass music. And with so much talent packed across two CDs, the LP has been selling like hot cakes (first batch already sold out). But don’t fear, Wil has recently updated the FKOF store with the remaining stock, plus there are some still available via Chemical Records and BM Soho.

Amazed by the fantastic response (selling 75% of the CDs within three days), FKOF has teamed up with Trusik to run an exclusive competition to win a bundle of goodies. To be in with a chance of winning a copy of the FKOFUn/Known01 album, a FKOF Tee (size of your choice) and a three stickers, simply navigate over to our Trusik Facebook Page, share the competition photo publicly, and leave a comment stating which size Tee you would like to receive. The competition will close midnight Sunday 5th May, with a winner being selected at random and contacted via Facebook.


Tracklist:

CD1

  1. Camu - Invocation 
  2. Percept - Reality 
  3. Truth - No Difference 
  4. Caski - Sandstone 
  5. Content - Osmosis VIP 
  6. Boot & TZR - Pathetic Earthlings 
  7. Subreachers - Dysfunctional Systems LTD 
  8. Gantz - Low Lands 
  9. Perverse - Hallidome 
  10. Sparxy - Follow Me


CD2

  1. BunZer0 - Melancholy 
  2. The Illuminated - Conspicuously Smooth 
  3. FNC - Code Signal 
  4. Thelem - Drones (TMSV remix) 
  5. Nanobyte - Another Promise
  6. Juss B - Friction 
  7. Ipman - Flipmode 
  8. Fused Forces - Litter Bug 
  9. Soundproof - Everyday 
  10. Eleven8 - Motions



Alastair.

Uprise Audio - The Uprising EP [UA004]

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Release date: 18th May 2013

UA004 signifies a turning point for Uprise Audio. Being the first release to consist of tracks from multiple artists, the record assembles five pinnacle tracks from the likes of Uprise CEO Seven, Quantum Soul, Dubtek & Chewie, Klax & Disonata, as well as Uprise Audio newcomer Wayfarer. Following a first place ranking in the dubstepforum awards for ‘Best New Label’, they are determined to further their sonic excursions with this behemoth of an EP. Having seen tremendous support from top grade DJ’s like J:Kenzo, N-Type, and Youngsta, Uprise Audio’s first compilation release, ‘The Uprising EP’ takes forth a surefire precedence of forward thinking dubstep productions.

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A. Seven - Go To War
Light meets dark in this stomper of a track from Uprise CEO Seven. Thick atmospheric pads linger into the drop. A firm half step beat trembles with strong militant kicks. Scattered synthetic hits and well-reverberated snares mark the key elements of his percussive arrangement. Seven’s signature craft of mid ranges follow the menacing low end that leads this track entirely, and it is that combination that makes for such a devastating stepper of a track.


B. Klax & Disonata - Lost Souls
Growing from a sparse atmospheric intro; the vibrant leads stagger around granulated mid tones & a dark arrangement of strings. Rising to a mesmerizing crescendo, the track suddenly erupts with ferocious rolling kicks and a bombardment of thick bassline. The powerhouse drums emit an amplitude of force, in an autonomic-like construct. An innovative and progressive take on production, ‘Lost Souls’ bursts with deep, directed energy & passage, destined to keep any dance floor on their toes.


C. Wayfarer - Shaman
Shaman is an excursion from the typical 140bpm construct that dubstep has become saturated with. A sonic imprint radiantly portraying Wayfarer’s craving for ancestral influence, ‘Shaman’ is quick to draw the listener in, as hypnotic atmosphere and vocal chords permeate the inner most cerebral of the audience. Punchy kicks layered with colorful synth work harmonize with progressive and densely syncopated drum elements. The array of tribal hits, open snares, and shakers give off an organic presence. Densely reverberated hits linger in the distance, as the surrounding synths definitively carve a limitless atmosphere.


D1. Quantum Soul - Underworld
Heavily driven by the drum line on this track, ‘Underworld’ resonates of the deep, dark minimalist vibe. Spatial percussion and dense atmospheric pads push forth an extremely consuming presence. Staggered hits saturate the foreground and accent the environment created. Subtle undertones in the percussion further the minimal progression on this well crafted beat from Quantum Soul.


D2. Dubtek & Chewie - Primitive
This collective effort from Uprise Audio’s Dubtek & Chewie pushes a hard-hitting half step sound, accentuated by heavily reverberated snares and subtle under laying percussive elements. ‘Primitive’ pushes on the more rigid side of the 140bpm sound, whether standing alone or in the blend, this track pushes heavily fortified frequencies arranged to destroy the dance.



Brett.

Featuring: Quantum Soul

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QUANTUM SOUL  |  DISCOGS  |  SOUNDCLOUD  |  TWITTER

PURCHASE : ‘STRONG ROOT / ROLLING THUNDER’ [IMRV004]
SURUS  /  Chemical Records  /  Boomkat

With an EP dropping immanently on Innamind Recordings, and a track forthcoming on the next Uprise Audio release, Quantum Soul pushes on with a solid momentum into the 2013 calendar year. His dubwise, organic approach to production has been able to reach many facets within the 140bpm sound. From his ‘Self Knowledge EP’ on Tribe12 music released in Octoboer of 2012, to his collaborative works with drum & bass producer Linden back in November of 2012; it’s evident his reach as an artist is limitless. Guy’s adept sense of intellect and depth backing his sound, offers a thought provoking and refreshing listening experience. 

Trusik was keen to get in touch with Guy and dive deep into discussion regarding his musical journey, recent releases and the entire creative process.

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Listen: AJP002 : TeeFreqs

002: TeeFreqs by Ajp__ on Mixcloud

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“Those from the Oceanic region continue to conjure up quality in production. TeeFreqs may be relatively unknown to some of you, but with forthcoming bits on Aquatic Lab Records, Deep Heads and Distant Colours it’s obvious that his music is being heard by the right people. His output is implicit in style: variating from dancefloor-based steppers to meaningful and meditative sounds. Expressed throughout in the second instalment of the ongoing series” - AJP.

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Tracklist:

  1. TeeFreqs - Reasons [Forthcoming on Distant Colours]
  2. Duckem - Tides [Unreleased]
  3. Jon Deville - Plan B [Forthcoming on Aquatic Lab]
  4. Biome - No Soul (Soulful Edit) [Deep Heads]
  5. Cluekid & LD - Dusty [Forthcoming on Aquatic Lab]
  6. TeeFreqs - Oisound [Forthcoming on Distant Colours]
  7. Bardeya - Untitled [Unreleased]
  8. Phat Chex - Can’t Stop [Apple Pips]
  9. Gantz - Wintershine Music [Forthcoming on Aquatic Lab]
  10. TeeFreqs - Pyramids [Forthcoming on Distant Colours]
  11. DJG - Avoid The Noid (Headhunter Remix) [Pushing Red]
  12. TeeFreqs - Santa Fe (Unreleased)
  13. Saint Sly - Reality Fiend (Bandcamp DL)

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TeeFreqs:  Soundcloud  |  Facebook  |  Twitter



Alastair.

Plastician interviews Youngsta

”Plastician takes a trip to south London venue Electric Brixton to interview Youngsta, in which they speak about Youngsta’s first experiences of dance music and how his interest turned to the darker, stripped back sound of early-era dubstep. Hinting at a full-length album, Youngsta is currently concentrating on pushing his 12” releases and A&R duties with Tempa while focusing on promoting Contact, his party which will take place on Friday 26th April at Electric Brixton” - Rinse FM.


http://www.contactyoungsta.com

Asylum - Germinate EP - TRUSIK Promo Mix

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After disappearing deep into the undergrowth, Asylum returns with a harvest of organic beats. And what better way to share them than in an exclusive promo mix introduced by Ben Verse himself…

Tracklist:

  1. Disonata & Klax - Lost Souls (Uprise Audio)
  2. Asylum - Embryo (Crunch Recordings)
  3. Amit - Acid Trip (Tempa)
  4. Asylum - Blindfold (Uprise Audio)
  5. Seven - Walter White (Uprise Audio)
  6. Asylum - Bodyburn (Crunch Recordings)
  7. Ulterior Motive - The Elephant Tune (Metalheadz)
  8. Asylum - Salvage (Uprise Audio)
  9. Proxima - Lie Detection (Tempa)
  10. Ben Verse & Crushington - Immigration (Crunch Recordings)
  11. SP:MC & Youngsta - Kenshin (Tempa)
  12. Biome - Mystery (Macabre Unit)
  13. Asylum - Germinate (Crunch Recordings)
  14. Asylum & Ben Verse - Blue Dream (Crunch Recordings)
  15. Asylum - Turn The Page (Crunch Recordings)

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Asylum - Germinate EP:

A. Bodyburn
B. Embryo
C. Blue Dream
D. Germinate
E. Turn The Page [Free Digital Exclusive]

Released by: Crunch Recordings
Catalogue number: CRUNCH014
Release date: April 14th

PRE-ORDER:  SURUS

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Alternative D/L: mediafire.com/?m9owpffxwfle048


Alastair.

Listen: Thelem - Canopy Of Concerns

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Thelem’s sounds portray that of a definitive purveyor from within the dubstep community. His sonic excursions have progressed existentially over the past couple of years to where his creations are known to resemble forward thinking engineering and a emit a solid emphasis on movement surrounded by tribalistic percussive elements. He has been releasing music on Osiris Music, having collaborations with Biome on New Moon Recordings, as well as his collaborations with Osiris Music label-mate and friend Killawatt on Black Box Records. He also released a collaboration with Chestplate Records artists Sleeper on Get Darker’s 2013 compilation entitled ‘Arrakis’.

As of recent, Thelem’s newest bit ‘Canopy Of Concerns’ has been seeing lots of support from Youngsta on his rinse.fm show. ‘Canopy Of Concerns’ draws from Thelems’ techy and intellectual influences. The pounding of autonomic kick drums and clear, crisp synths resemble his finite attention to detail. Although the composition captures his signature regime of spatial melodic pads, other funky mid range tones permeate through the clean hi-hats and rides. Thelem’s unique blend of depth and movement always makes for a surefire blend in the mix. This track is a definite weapon in the arsenal of any capable sonic solider. I do hope this has plans for a release.
 

 

Another noteworthy bit from Thelem is his remix work on Gantz - ‘U Wont Mind’. Thelem spaces the vocal sample along with altering the density behind the kick drums. That paired with his deep and dense atmospheric work accompany the rework into a darker-yet-equally captivating track. I almost prefer Thelem’s signature patchwork and percussion arrangements to the original by Gantz. His accentuation on the low end bassline across this remix further distinguish the remix’s purpose and intent. This one is sure to a highly sought after dubplate.

Check his soundcloud out below, and get taste for what this wizard on the buttons has been creating lately. I would recommend previewing the tune ‘Tracker’ via the soundcloud window below, that and a couple others are available for free download. 


- Brett 

Competition: Win a test press of SP:MC’s Declassified EP

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PRE-ORDER:  VINYL  /  DIGITAL

SP:MC has donated a test press of his forthcoming Declassified EP to Trusik and we’ve decided to give it away. So, what to do?

You need to make sure you’re following our Trusik Facebook page, and then share this image of the TP publicly, but with a twist:

Once you’ve shared, post a couple of your own deep and dark bars that wouldn’t go amiss on a Youngsta or Icicle set that you would typically expect from SP. The more creative, the darker, and needless to say, the more original the better. The entry with all this and more will win the Declassified test press.

Competition ends 17th April in order to get it sent the day after in order for the winner to get it a few days before the official release on the 22nd.

Please note: Your first entry is your only entry so make sure you’ve done your best. We’ll shortlist the ten best entries and get SP to pick the winner.

Good luck steppers!


Full review to follow shortly…


Alastair / Sageon.

Review: Sleeper - Ritual / Tidal // Quadrant [ARTKL007]

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PURCHASE:  SURUS

With a host of new artists set to appear on Artikal over the coming months, the seminal label continues to push the sonic envelope of underground bass music. The current roster is already an impressive one, featuring key players whose productions are having a colossal impact worldwide. From the tech hybrid beats of Core & Killawatt to the sub-bass steppers by Truth, the Artikal sound is a diverse and vigorous one. It is of no surprise then to hear J:Kenzo announcing that Sleeper, TMSV and Ipman are among the influential names soon to be joining the family - each offer a unique palette of sounds which are shaping the next chapter of the ‘dubstep’ odyssey.

With ARTKL007, Sleeper delivers a barbaric assault of concussive sounds; ferocious war drums, electrifying reese riffs and stampeding sub-bass. Ritual / Tidal is a chaotic tribal frenzy building from a lead of unearthly atmospherics into a militant jungle siege of guerrilla synth work, invigorating drum patterns and bongo driven grooves. “Exercising dub fundamentals; he introduces tight, swiftly syncopated extra percussion on top of thuggish half-step rhythms, slyly building incredible kinetic energy with intensely delicate finesse”. The digital bonus ‘Quadrant’, closes the frantic barrage with an exhilarating mix of neurofunk aesthetics; signature swirling reese synths, tech-infused drums swathed with melodic stabs and subliminal bass movement.

Building an impressive discography across three pivotal labels, Sleeper is a force to be reckoned with. Industry ties with producers slash imprint owners including Distance, Kryptic Minds, and J:Kenzo are crucial for the development and maturation of the Sleeper sound. Collaborations with Kryptic Minds have already begun to surface, and it wouldn’t surprise me if he’s learnt a trick or two from the knowledgeable old boys. Expect further releases from Sleeper under the Chestplate and Osiris imprints later this year. For now, go cop Ritual / Tidal and show the support he clearly deserves.



Alastair.