Richard D. Owens
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Eugene, Oregon Artist & Digital Media Professional
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- May 12, 11
Finally, another release from Flux Pavilion. Earlier this month Lines in Wax dropped on eager fans ears open and bass cannons at the ready. Haunt You is a great track for those lthat like that mellow, laid back stuff with a creepy vibe. I like how it starts off sounding like some old Moby track from the 90's - then suddenly materializes into the sick track that it is.
- May 11, 11
I kept getting surprised when I first listened to this. It starts with a typical retro-90's piano riff, but all of a sudden the vocals and a disintegrating bass line drop in. The melody is quite simple, drawn out and basic - complete with mandatory-for-any-club-track vocal chant ("whoa-oa-aaa-oa-aaa-oa-aaa-oa"). Then the snare rolls in, the track builds and drops with a surprisingly fast two-step kinda beat. Although a bit thin, you think the song is complete, likely to repeat when precise and eerie female vocals get stirred in and the beat changes up yet again. For a dance track, the arrangement is remarkable in that it changes up enough to keep us interested. Knobs to eleven, please.
- May 05, 11
Strangely reminiscent of that thought you just can't recall. That place where reason continues to escape you. Soulful vocals are taken to a happy hardcore level - and still sound good. While dizzying pitch shifts blend in and out, momentum is gained and lost. If you're patient a melody briefly peaks and wanes. This is music as only Cassius can create. An unstoppable force, many of his albums feature unique electronica cuts. His latest, The Rawkers EP, really runs the gamut. This calming selection stands out. Be lost within it, and enjoy.
- Apr 26, 11
"Scenscof"...its sounds whirl around your head. Guitar strings plucked quickly form a jig. Gamela's influence ping pongs around your open mind. Bongo rapidly tapped, your heartbeat moves in time. Enjoy the childlike mania of this classic T Rex assemblage from the album My People Were Fair and Had Stars In their Hair.
- Nov 02, 10
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Sabrepulse is an underground hero. This is one of his best offerings – from waaaay back in 2006. It starts with three simple ambient chords, evening up with a sensual string line. Tiny electronic pulses blip in and out. A sloppy breakbeat ties everything together to form a really relaxed blend of unusual sounds. It's elegant and far-reaching for any Nintendocore/chipbreak/breakcore/8bit artist – most of whom use modified electronics to assemble tracks from scratch. This is kind of song sink in deep, inducing an overwhelming feeling of nostalgia. Ideal for listening alone, while pining with your head in your hands. The title says it all, enjoy.
- Oct 23, 10
Sedate yourself with mellow sound. This track is sure to soothe. A bold, yet gentle piano loop tumbles through the track while a low-fi drum machine beat supports a melodic wash of some kind of distorted vibraphone. Lay back, relax and enjoy.
- Oct 07, 10
'Bang the Acid' is a classic acid house track by Damon Wild & Tim Taylor. This is the type of sound I love. Nothing compares to the sound of the bouncy sine waves on creeping in, then getting twisted and distorted endlessly. That Roland TB-303 seems to be slinging sound around your dome, for your sheer enjoyment. Dig the sounds and "Bang the Box".
- Sep 23, 10
Leave it to Sven Vath to kick this into the mix. Go buy the album if you like edgy minimal tech house madness. B_Movie 6:00 AM - Misc.
- Sep 09, 10
The Slackers are one of my favorite ska groups from the third wave (read: 90's). Hailing from Brooklyn, New York the group has boasted an array of talented musicians capable of playing pretty much anything - reggae, rocksteady, and ska, mainly. They've gone through many musicians over the years, but have always kept strong talent as the backbone of what they do. Enjoy.
- Sep 08, 10
Well, the rain has started up again, here in Eugene, Oregon. I'm uploading this track with a sweet reminiscence of the summer just passed. This is the great Doorly remix of a track off the new Basement Jaxx album. Love that pulsating bass fuzz, play it loud to fully appreciate.
- Sep 07, 10
Listen to the sultry sounds of these African Jazz greats. A cool wind blows across the desert sands in the form of soothing jazz.
- Sep 02, 10
I must admit that I love sifting through forgotten electronic tracks, keeping my ears tuned for hidden gems. Once I heard the piano roll, I searched up the album art and I knew I had to post this. The song encapsulates the early rave sound, the bpm madness of the drum intro, the blissful piano roll and the layered vocals. Even the album art attests to the purity of its essence.
- Jun 03, 10
Chill out. Let the friendly melodica take you by the hand, and wander together through the alleyways. Steady as you goes, the pace is relaxed and calm. The vibe is high as you stroll together and enjoy your surroundings.
- Jun 01, 10
I kinda have a thing for creepy electronic voices. This track is pretty mellow, very minimal, tech house. Sparse, and easy to enjoy on a Tuesday mid afternoon.
- May 26, 10
Bafoulabe by Toumani Diabaté with Ballake Sissoko is quite beautiful. Love the few short taps of percussion, the harp rushes, and the slow pace of the accompaniment in the background. Best served on a quiet rainy day, alone with eyes closed. Wait for the key shift to drop your heart @ 4:14.
- May 21, 10
This track uses a buzz saw of electric noise to make its point. It's really progressive, so be patient for the funk. There's not much of a drop, just stylized noise throughout. There's a minimalist breakdown in the middle of the track is rather sparse and sweet.
- May 20, 10
Ok, ok. So I'm posting another track from the new Crystal Castles release.Why? Because this song has been stuck in my head for the past five days, and I'm glad. Layers of synth washes ripple over one another and they just don't stop. Vocals are less intense on this track, much catchier and easier to love. Deconstructions at 1:04 and 2:10 counterbalance the pop quality of the song to make it just edgy enough to actually appreciate. Enjoy.
- May 17, 10
Epic, eardrum-shattering trance anthem synths crash down full force with screaming vocals from Alice Glass. This is my official selection from the new album Crystal Castles just released. Self-titled, yet again, Crystal Castles (II) is much less condensed than it's predecessor. It's a bit looser, quieter, toned down, and slows as it wears on. That being said, this track stands out even more, as its upbeat aggression and aural attack are more aligned with what I love about their first album. Most notable tracks include: Baptism, Empathy, Suffocation, Pap Smear, Not in Love, and Intimate. Buy it and blare it.
