Infernal Sounds have just announced their newest releases from Causa. Returning to the label for his debut solo release, after his previous two outings in collaboration with Shu (IFS003) and as part of the VA Crimson LP (IFS025). This time he presents two standout tracks, and a strong message to go alongside. With the world requiring more sustainability and less waste, this record has been created with the most measures possible to create a greener record - The 12" are made in a completely climate-neutral way, the material having been recycled, all unavoidable Co2 emissions have been offset, the cardboard/centre labels are either FSC approved or via recycled means, and even the artwork has been made with all of this in mind, using minimal ink work and a restricted colour pallet to limit the amount of waste throughout.
Hijinx (aka MR.K) delivers a 3-track EP for his second Navy Cut release.
A side ‘Venom’ is a track that has mutated every sound system it has been played on. The B Side comes with the low end shuffle of ‘TRU’ and the anticipated dub ‘Addict’. Hijinx has many sides to his production style and he has delivered a truly faultless EP for bass music fans.
The long awaited answer from the notorious southern-hemispherian sound system, Subtle Sound System. This debut release from their record label aptly named Subtle Recordings is bringing some heavy weight straight out of Christchurch, New Zealand, first up with local legend Headland. Exquisitely imprinted ‘no holds bar’ by the masterful Optimal Media in a full art sleeve, this 180 gram, vinyl only, no-repress recording superbly ushers in a new beginning for the sound system and is another pillar of foundation to the future sound of bass music.
Headland, with his atmospheric soundscapes, sparatic drums, jarring percussion and punishing basslines, has been taking his unique sound to the world for the past few years and has sequentially been picked up by some of the most forward thinking labels in the bass music scene. From notoriety like Innamind Recordings and Zam Zam Sounds, Headland is one of the most noteworthy artists on the scene today and is a staple in sets from artists including, Samba, Mala, VIVEK, Commodo, Sleeper, just to name a few. Headland’s infamy continues on Subtle Recordings debut release with the two outstanding tracks, Quiver and Deathbed.
From a spacious beginning, Quiver quickly builds pressure, manifesting into a track that by the end of, you’ll have to regroup your crew as all would have been taken on their own solo journey. Navigate through high level percussion, sonic stabs, sub-temperate basslines and menacing vocals, all encompassed within a 130 bpm landscape where the richters leave you feeling vulnerable and insignificant. Quiver is a force of nature not to be taken lightly. After setting the stage, this behemoth pushes to another level, with erratic note changes and misplaced beats, before opening up to a plateau of relative safety within rolling basslines and familiar haunts. Recollecting yourself, you are once again thrust into unknown territory. A barrage of death blows commences until eventually you find yourself on the other side, disorientated, demoralised, but thankfully unharmed. With support from dons like Gantz, Boofy, J Kenzo, Mr K, Quiver has begun to leave its mark through the next frontier of bass music.
A usually silent, still and chilly affair, Deathbed is anything but, with its uplifting groove, conscious beat scape and warm bassline. But don’t get too cosy, cause this assortment of frequencies is cold. Foreboding basslines. Wholesome mids. Trademark Headland accents. Deathbed builds in monumental 140 bpm splendure, in a simplistic formation, that will have you calling home to tell Mum of your triumphant return. Bask in all the glory as the track sheds back into its essential ingredients before collapsing into a well rewarded breakdown. Another confident drop will re-immerse you within the ride, reminiscent of what has been conquered and celebrated in the dystopian sound Headland has crafted in this atmospheric masterpiece. Banging dancefloors worldwide by artists like, Commodo, VIVEK. Deathbed produces the goods for an old fashioned shelling.
a.Quiver
b.Deathbed
L U C Y & E3 Breaks & Sir Rah - With The Fracture [hand-stamped / 180 grams]
Introducing Cutcross, created to champion the melting pot of bass-centric sounds teetering around 140 bpm. Heading up the concept is Sicaria Sound, a DJ duo who since their inception set out to explore and expand on the possibilities of these sounds whilst spotlighting underground artists. Cutcross is therefore their next step in supporting the forward-thinking music that they've drawn for when curating sets.
"CXT001: With The Fracture" is a nod to some of the sounds that started off each of their relationships with raves, later helping soundtrack many of the dances they went to together once their friendship began. In being no strangers to club floors, this first release presents four carefully chosen cuts made to move to.
Longtime Bass providers D-Operation Drop join Navy Cut for NC017. This 3-track EP from the Italian producers is packed with Bass, sub energy, detailed mids & crisp highs.
BONUS DIGITAL TRACK “Monojoe” for vinyl purchasers. Email: label@navycut.co.uk
For their next venture, Infernal Sounds welcome debut signing Nova to the fold as he plates up some of his best cuts for the 'Bonafide' EP. The title track yields a wonked out, low-end sideways stepper - a homage to the new-school sounds but laced with a sprinkle of the old-school; while the second track to feature on the A side, 'Single Fuse' is a much more groove laced medley of sounds and playful percussionary elements. 'Fivers' opens the B side business with the most eyes down low-end flex, stripping things back with a minimalist yet hypnotic beat. The final track to feature, 'Intricacy', is a collaborative piece with the legendary Foamplate - someone who is unmatched when it comes to producing tunes of this BPM and vibe, and it's a match made in heaven, layering a forward thinking mid-range over the top of a bone-shuddering bassline.
This EP is something truly special, topped off with the intricate and acute sleeve design by Leftanderson, it's a must own for any soundsystem lover and vinyl enthusiasts.
The release has already received heavy support from the likes of Truth, Sicaria Sound, Headland, Neffa T and many more.
Norwell returns to Mechatronica with a haunting set of electro driven sounds, fusing acid-soaked electro for the floor, atmospheric breaks and ethereal jungle styles into a versatile EP, further intensified by Solid Blake's relentless hi-octane remix on the flip.
Melbourne has a lot to answer for. For anyone admiring the city’s music scene from afar it would seem fair to wonder if there might be something in the water. 30/70 are the latest collective to emerge from this buzzing scene. ‘Elevate’ is a sublime statement; at once a cry for help and a call to arms, it balances delicate poetry and potent aggression with ease - all of this done with a beguiling pop sensibility.
This collection of songs, their second studio effort after their debut LP, ‘Cold Radish Coma', is set to elevate them to the international stage. Under the management of Wondercore Island (Hiatus Kaiyote, Oscar Key Sung, Daniel Merriweather) and with the release set to drop on Bradley Zero's Rhythm Section Intl. (Al Dobson Jr, Silent Jay x Jace XL, Henry Wu), 30/70 are ready to take their message from Northcote to the world.
A1. Slangin
A2. Lucid
A3. Nu Spring
A4. Breaking (For This World to Change)
B1. Misrepresented
B2. Get to Me
B3. Steady Hazin
B4. Takin Me Back
Strong Souls ft. Twanna X - Sensual / Original Ground
