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LOSCIL – DUB FOR CASCADIA
The subtle tapping of raindrops provides the sonic foundation for Endless Falls, the fifth full length album by loscil. Drawn from the template of a constant drizzle, the subtle precipitative rhythms and microscopic textures throughout create an immersive and emotional environment. “Dub for Cascadia,” transmutes the repetitive motion of windshield wipers into meditative concentration, the perfect soundtrack for driving in a mist or just watching the rain hit the glass. This demure soundscape is brought to you by Kranky Records.
DAEDELUS – ORDER OF THE GOLDEN DAWN (ft. Laura Darling)
Only the good Alfred Darlington, better known as dublab’s own dandy Daedelus, could successfully turn a springtime anthem of breezy bossanova into the crux of a monumental, albeit brief, historical concept album rooted in 19th century China’s epic, unfortunate, and tragically imaginative Boxer Rebellion. The forward-thinking folks at Brainfeeder dare to release said album, which shall be titled “Righteous Fists of Harmony” on the 23rd day of March, two thousand and ten. Meanwhile, enjoy “Order of the Golden Dawn,” featuring the lovely Laura Darling, and as an added bonus check out this video featuring the grand finale, “Fin De Siècle.”
Daedelus “Righteous Fists of Harmony” from DestroyRockMusic Inc. on Vimeo.
SUZANNE KRAFT – LOVELY
What would happen if Kraftwerk and the Furious Five got together to jam it out at the time-space skating rink? Suzanne Kraft, a.k.a. dublab’s Diego, takes a stab at the scenario with a lovely new track. Born out of a few days of isolation with the TR-626 rhythm composer, “Lovely” is intimate yet inviting, dreamy and thoughtful, hazy and heartfelt. Courtesy of Diego’s own Discotheque Records.
EXTRA CLASSIC
Extra Classic, most recently seen opening for Fruit Bats, broadcast unifying signals of exotic and dense dub from their home bases of San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Lawrence, KS. The band was kind enough to provide us with a couple of tracks from their most recent exploits recording in the dusty and exclusively analog desert of 8 track tape. Their offerings, “Congo Rebel” and “Give Them the Same” are fresh yet instantly classic . . Extra Classic.
KIDKANEVIL – MEGAJOY J-POP
UK producer Kidkanevil is one to watch out for. His sly and sinister electronic compositions have been known to stop and go like a frenzied chase through Tokyo streets. One false step in his spastic sonic palette brings you crashing through an uncovered manhole and into the 8-bit black hole where dubstep takes on strange and enticing new forms. Experience the madness now with “Megajoy J-POP,” from his latest album, “Basho Basho.”
DEM HUNGER – ELECTRIC SH*THOLE
Our friends at Leaving Records refuse to sleep. While their parents snooze away in the room down the hall, these kids are under covers with neon flashlights seeking out waves of electrostatic and exploring the depths for freaked-out buried treasures. We’re proud to share their latest twerk-tastic discovery from DEM HUNGER. Dive through these sheets of high-frequency fizzing and submerge yourself into a waterworld of battered beats.
For more DEM HUNGER, float on over here to grab a copy of his latest Leaving release!
SUN ARAW – HEAVY DEEDS
Meet Sun Araw, a constantly expanding supernova emanating directly from the Sun Ark zone. Here you find yourself staring into 80 million ultrawatts of megaviolet stereo rays, drenched with pulsating Afrobeat inspiration, desert island demeanor, and cosmic goodwill towards all far and wide. Now that you’re acquainted, enjoy the title track from 2009’s “Heavy Deeds” LP (courtesy of Not Not Fun,) and stay tuned for a live dublab “Sprout Session” coming soon!
ELECTRIC EGYPT – EAST OF THE RIVER SEPIK
Electric Egypt has returned to the urban world momentarily to fill us in on the mystic secrets he absorbed while traveling “way out there.” He gives us the gift of this brief kalimba expression as a teaser of the amazing things that will surely follow. In fact what’s already here is quite amazing. His album Impressions Of The Inexpressible Invisible is out now through Moamoo/Art Union in Japan.
Ernest Gonzales – When You Are Lost I Will Find You (matthewdavid treemix)
On the companion remix album to the forthcoming Ernest Gonzales LP “Been Meaning To Tell You” from L.A. label Friends of Friends, dublab friend matthewdavid re-communicates the introspective segment, “When You Are Lost I Will Find You.” Other familiar friends (Daedelus, Take, more..) contribute their own unique reinterpretations to a compelling project which unites audio and visual worlds. // More on the “Been Meaning To Tell You” project can be found here.
PLEASE HELP HAITI…
Please help the people of Haiti in their recovery from the devastating earthquake. Donate to the efforts of the Red Cross by clicking here or texting “HAITI” to 90999 and a donation of $10 will be given automatically to the Red Cross to help with relief efforts, charged to your cell phone bill. Thanks for helping the Haitian people in their time of need. Here are some Haitian songs to inspire your action and showcase the beauty of this hard hit but full of heart country.
Atis Indepandan – Gade Mache Ti Peyi Mouin (Look What’s Going On!)
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Caribbean Revels: Haitian Rara and Dominican Gaga – Vapeur
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PROTECT-U – DOUBLE RAINBOW
DC has it going on. The latest release on Future Times records is “Double Rainbow,” the debut 12″ from DC duo Protect-U. Double Rainbow is a well paced, psyched-out chugger that will put you on a tropical dance floor. Synths glide, shimmer and swell over falling bass tones and tribal 707 patterns that will leave you so satisfied.
Make sure to grab your copy from our friends at Future Times.
JAVELIN – “On It On It” live on the DUBLAB DECADE PROTON DRIVE
Javelin cruised into the dublab studio for a stunning session in support of the DUBLAB DECADE PROTON DRIVE fundraiser. Their new, live action is like a day-glo disco soundsystem energetically exploding into a million rays of right-on light. Dig this version of “on it on it” and look forward to a full-flossed-out final version on Javelin’s upcoming release on Luaka Bop due in April 2010. Expect hall & oates (haulin’ oats). Infinite thanks to Javelin for their creativity and support of dublab. We hope their positive energy inspires you to take action and give a proton grant today!
matthewdavid – DUBLAB DECADE PROTON DRIVE THEME
We know you’ll enjoy this theme song created by matthewdavid to celebrate 10 years of dublab’s positive music mission. Let this epic anthem be your guiding light as we propel towards decades more of musical creativity. Please ensure this bright future by donating now!
NUDGE – TWO HANDS
You. Settle down. The sounds of Nudge are here to ease the transition into Fall, or cool down our friends in the Southern Hemisphere. Nudge’s latest release, As Good As Gone, is sure to satisfy all moods in all places. Grab your copy of As Good As Gone from our friends at Kranky.
(Apologies for the late posting.)
ERIC COPELAND – AL ANON
Twist your body and turn your ears to what’s what. Eric Copeland has been turning us on with his solo releases and as one third of Black Dice for some time now. Now two of Copeland’s vinyl-only EPs have been released on one CD. Alien In A Garbage Dump combines the Alien In A Garbage Dump EP and the Al Anon EP. Grab your copy from Paw-Tracks.
A Hawk and A Hacksaw – Foni tu Argile
Presenting traditional Eastern-European songs alongside original compositions, A Hawk and A Hacksaw have put together a fresh album oozing with musicianship and authenticity. Délivrance is brought to us thanks to the folks at The Leaf Label.
Dak – fortheSUN
Surreal freedom track from Leaving Records’ “Standthis” limited cassette B-Side. Enjoy this excerpt from the “for tape only” mini-album from the mysterious mind of Los Angeles/Detroit’s Dak.
vosotros Presents: The Years
Our friends over at vosotros have put something special together. vosotros Presents: The Years brings together more friends and collaborators than one can shake a stick at. The album takes the listener on a trip through musical decades from the past and even moves into the future. A mixtape was put together using outtakes and extra bits from the recording sessions for the album. Check out “Toasting” off the mixtape.
39 Clocks – PLO
De Stijl records have put together a great anthology of German rockers 39 Clocks. Zoned: Recordings 1987-1980… Rewind archives recordings from this amazing duo in reverse, starting with the end (1987) and ending with the beginning (1980.) Enjoy this track courtesy of De Stijl records.
Electric Egypt
Coming to us from Australia! Electric Egypt leads us into a state of cosmic relaxation with these two tracks off his debut (free) album “Impressions Of The Inexpressible Invisible.” Dig on these tunes and show Electric Egypt some love.
