LWE contacted Roof Light to discuss his music and were welcomed with a thought-provoking, revealing insight into the mind of the producer. He also gave us our 119th exclusive podcast, a spellbinding mix of grainy, wide-screen ambience full of his own productions and those of kindred spirits.
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BBH: Various Artists, In The Dark: The Soul Of Detroit
It’s not often that we’ll write up a repress here at LWE, especially when the original discs were released less than a decade ago, but then In the Dark is a pretty special collection of music.
LWE Podcast 116: Donor
LWE contacted Donor to discuss the techno scene in Brookyln, the workings of his transatlantic partnership with Truss, and what we can expect next from his many different projects. He also supplied us with our 116th exclusive podcast: a bruising blend of hard-edged techno that will get the adrenalin pumping through the most sluggish of Monday morning bodies.
Conforce, Escapism
Boris Bunnik’s second LP as Conforce, Escapism, helps to further cement his already impeccable reputation as a purveyor of techno.
RJ Fletcher, Double Down EP
Tact Recordings’ inaugural release is a polished three-tracker by label co-owner RJ Fletcher, backed up by a Rick Wade remix of the title track.
Peter Horrevorts & Philogresz, Return of the Titans
Return of the Titans on Philogresz’s Team Records sees him share vinyl space, if not actual studio time, with Peter Horrevorts in away that distinctly complements one another.
LWE Podcast 113: Rod Modell
Little White Earbuds got in touch with Rod Modell to learn about his earliest inspirations, what influenced his move into beat-based rhythms and why he doesn’t see himself as a musician. Not only did the producer provide us with a stunning podcast of deep, dub-wise atmospherics but he gave us an incredible look into how he approaches his art form, a read which is by turns compelling and inspiring.
LWE Podcast 112: Deetron
LWE talked to the very affable Deetron about his start in DJing in Bern, why he favors the physical format of vinyl to digital music, and sampling his dad.. He also put together our 112th exclusive podcast, which true to form is a glittering journey through some of the hottest techno and house on the planet supplemented with an array of his own edits and further sonic trickery.
Chicago Skyway, Londonium EP
The Londonium EP marks Chicago Skyway’s second outing for Uzuri and only one of two EPs he released in 2011.
LWE Podcast 111: Nochexxx
LWE got in touch with Nochexxx to find out more about the Cambridge producer and what the future holds for his music. He also put together our 111th exclusive podcast, a brilliantly surreal yet soothing journey that Henson issues with explicit listening instructions.
LWE Interviews Lawrence
Little White Earbuds got in touch with Lawrence to talk about the longevity of Dial, which producers are exciting him right now and the forthcoming projects for his various enterprises.
Curator’s Cuts 21: LWE Staff
Curator’s Cuts 21 features some of LWE’s writing staff discussing five of electronic music’s prevailing trends in 2011, noting some of our favorite underrated tracks, and opining on what 2012 might have in store.
Floating Points, Shadows EP
With the Shadows EP, Floating Points elucidates his music’s connection to both jazz and the UK sounds around him.
Linkwood, Secret Value
Having firmly established the faultless Shevchenko via three killer self-penned releases, Vakula throws over control of number four to Edinburgh’s Linkwood.
LWE Podcast 106: Legowelt
LWE opened the lines of communication with Mr. Wolfers to find out more about his favorite bits of kit, why we won’t be hearing a concept album from him any time soon and what his favorite airplane is. He also mixed our 106th exclusive podcast, a blistering collage of techno, house and electro peppered with his own productions and divine obscurities.
LWE Podcast 104: Lukid
LWE contacted Lukid and got the official potted history of Luke Blair, asked about his predilection for releasing albums and found out that it is the fear of death that impels him to create. He also compiled and mixed together our 104th exclusive podcast that showcases the wide reach of his inspiration and provides a damned fine soundtrack to your journey through the confusing mess that is modern life.
LWE Podcast 103: Murphy Jax
LWE got in touch with Murphy Jax to find out about his affinity for Chicago house and the journey that lead him there. We also coaxed out a hot mix of acid house that stretches from the early days of the little silver box and heads off far in to the future, making our 103rd exclusive podcast a freshly minted future classic.
Auntie Flo/DJ Sdunkero, Oh My Days/Choosing Love
Auntie Flo follows his well received Huntly & Palmers debut single with another, backed by a track from South African talent DJ Sdunkero.
LWE Podcast 101: Aybee
LWE caught up with Aybee to talk about Deepblak, the perils of accessibility and why his label mates are more like brothers than musical peers. He also provided us with our 101st exclusive podcast, an intimate collection of past and future Deepblak classics that will slowly rush over you like a rising tide.
LWE Podcast 99: Juan Atkins
LWE tracked down Atkins to talk about new Model 500 material, some of his early influences and the music he created that has come to define electronic music. He also provided us with our exclusive 99th podcast, which shows that after thirty years he’s still a vital part of the scene he helped to create.