Maybe I missed something but I haven't seen much mention of the new Submerge
releases...? I hadn't bought any records for a while so I treated myself:
The Motech is great - reminds me of "City of Fear" on UR with its repeating
phrases. They're not tracks with a kind of musical structure, they're more
sparse, moody affairs. Two tracks, both tight.
X-Ray's "Lockdown" is also tight - a similar vocal to some Keith Tucker
tracks but the track is a rougher hi-tech funk. The flip is Eroteks' "I
Shall Tek Thee" which is also excellent but has already been released on
Metroplex - although my old copy skipped so this was a fortunate B-side
inclusion for me :)
The live version of "Hitech Jazz" is better than the original! The
'jazziness' of the original was in the sounds more than the structure but in
the live version there's more of a jam going on with the live sax and some
really funky synth keys (from Gerald Mitchell I think). It gives more energy
and variety to the original track (included on the flip) which sounds more
static when played back-to-back with this live version.
Both tracks on "The Illuminator" 12" are from "Electronic Warfare"
double-pack but its good to have a nice clean, loud cut of "The Illuminator"
and also to see that track gets the greater exposure it deserves.
The re-release of Andre Hollands "Inversions" is also nice as this track was
an overlooked (although understated) classic. The flip is some
new/unreleased track I think and its strong tough UR hi-tech funk - really
good stuff.
"Analog Assasin" has almost an electro/breakdance feel to it's stabbing
chords but the drums are like "Basecamp Alpha 808". The flip sounds a bit
similar to SID6 - sort of focused, driving UR electro. All good.
The Model 600 "Update" wouldn't have sounded out of place on Direct Beat -
wicked robotic electro. Goes well with the X-Ray.
The first Sweat 12" is nice too - nearest comparison is maybe some Soul City
releases crossed with Shake (although without the freakiness - the tracks
are pretty straight). Theres a fair amount of bass to it as well - I'd like
to hear this in a club.
And finally the SID mix CD on Electrofunk is an excellent showcase of
semi-recent Submerge material. DJ 3000 does a tight mix with one or two
tricks to keep the interest up but also does the intended job of showcasing
the tracks.
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