Yard: “Detrit”
Binary Dilemma, 2008
Yard takes his fascination with surface noise a step further on this new 12-inch. “Detrit” is a crunchy, crackling techno track with a slow-building melody. Somehow it evokes nostalgia of late-night radio shows with vinyl spinning in a darkened studio. “Squeekr” is a fun digression. Warped synth notes whine over a coarse bassline. It’s somewhat grating, but I’m reminded of old, primitive UK techno. The B side contains two remixes of the title track. The first, by Cane, injects acid squelches and deeper bass. The second, by Anders Ilar, has a dubby, aquatic undertow. It’s subtle and pleasant if a bit muddy. I actually like the original version best of all. I wish Yard had provided four different tracks in that style.
3/5 stars
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Yard - Detrit 12"
Yard's Detrit 12" will be released at the end of April.
It features two original tracks with two remixes by Cane and Anders Ilar.
It will be available at Darla
Keep checking back for more details!
It features two original tracks with two remixes by Cane and Anders Ilar.
It will be available at Darla
Keep checking back for more details!
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Funckarma Review on Gridface
Funckarma: Sploid
Binary Dilemma, 2007
The rebirth of IDM continues with a new record from Funckarma. “Comply” builds slowly and satisfyingly, with twirling treble and a broken beat. The bass is used sparingly but to good effect. Synth bits near the end sound like little alien creatures, reminding me of Kenny Larkin’s “Lifeforms.” “Raides” has more of a modern electro feel, with panning 303-like squelches and even a little tape flutter. The title track is complex, with pieces of melody and plenty of bass. “Ymadyn” begins with emphasis on the beats. Mid-way through delicate synthesizers take over, then an acid line kicks in. Somehow the three disparate elements work well together. While I wouldn’t characterize this EP as ground-breaking, it certainly is solid and enjoyable.
4/5 stars
Binary Dilemma, 2007
The rebirth of IDM continues with a new record from Funckarma. “Comply” builds slowly and satisfyingly, with twirling treble and a broken beat. The bass is used sparingly but to good effect. Synth bits near the end sound like little alien creatures, reminding me of Kenny Larkin’s “Lifeforms.” “Raides” has more of a modern electro feel, with panning 303-like squelches and even a little tape flutter. The title track is complex, with pieces of melody and plenty of bass. “Ymadyn” begins with emphasis on the beats. Mid-way through delicate synthesizers take over, then an acid line kicks in. Somehow the three disparate elements work well together. While I wouldn’t characterize this EP as ground-breaking, it certainly is solid and enjoyable.
4/5 stars
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
Releases
a 12" by yard! it will feature 2 original tracks with 2 remixes by anders ilar and cane. release date: february 2008.
a 12" by ard bit! it will also feature 4 original tracks. release date: spring 2008.
more details to come.
the e.stonji + funckarma 12"s are available for purchase
(u.s. + canadian customers) through the binary dilemma
myspace page. just look for the paypal links. you can also
purchase through darla
international customers can purchase from the following online stores:
ad noiseam
klangware
suburban trash
a 12" by ard bit! it will also feature 4 original tracks. release date: spring 2008.
more details to come.
the e.stonji + funckarma 12"s are available for purchase
(u.s. + canadian customers) through the binary dilemma
myspace page. just look for the paypal links. you can also
purchase through darla
international customers can purchase from the following online stores:
ad noiseam
klangware
suburban trash
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