Over the past few months Mantissa have attended nights leaning towards the lighter end of the spectrum. A strange fact for a collective who’s interest in the scene was sparked by the likes of Hessle Audio, Livity Sound and Swamp 81 (Boddika days). The need to return to this heavier… Read More »A Review: Don't Be Afraid @Bloc
[Above image credit: Simple Symmetry] In another effort to deliver you with great music, Mantissa sat down with Moscow based Simple Symmetry to talk about their influences, latest EP and what to expect from these guys in the future. Sasha and Sergey, aka Simple Symmetry have been laying down some awesome tracks under… Read More »Interview: Simple Symmetry
To mark number 50 in the mix series, James from Mantissa sat down with Idit Frenkel to get a sneak peak into the mind of this illustrious Israeli DJ. We cover her influences from start to finish, as well as touching on some of her favourite producers, DJ’s and club nights in and around her… Read More »Interview: Idit Frenkel
Among the people helping maintain and boost Mantissa’s presence behind the scenes are Hackney Rhythm. A promotional team made up of Maxime Langois and Troy Hewson, helping bring attention to low-key events, that may have otherwise slipped under the radar. It was by chance, while purchasing Troy’s Tascam DR-40 off… Read More »Interview: Hackney Rhythm
[Above image credit: DJ Mag] While many bemoan the increasingly bleak outlook of London clubbing (debatably), one thing that can’t be argued is the host of talented promoters putting on nights across the country. Among these are Percolate, a group of promoters, putting together lineups full of exciting and diverse… Read More »A Preview: Percolate Open Air @ Three Mills Island, London, 29th July 2017
Anything released on Mala’s venerable Deep Medi Musik imprint is definitely worth your time to take a listen. MEDI-26 provides something a little bit different from its output with Mizz Beats taking the helm. The A-side, ‘My World’ opens with a wall of fifths that is interjected by a drone… Read More »Tune of the Week: Mizz Beats – My World
[Above image credit: Resident Advisor] New releases from Objekt have become a rare occurrence over recent years. A disappointing fact that also leads to greater appreciation. Knowing you are guaranteed attention to detail and execution, second to none, make the wait worth it each time. This mix for Dekmantel, and… Read More »Mixes to Dig: Dekmantel Podcast 116 – Objekt
Searching for great music is a full time job, so here at Mantissa we thought we’d make it a little bit easier. Mantissa is delighted to have the opportunity to bring you an exclusive premiere of ‘Blast Chiller‘, an exciting new track from the talented south London producer, 95Bones. Blast Chiller is… Read More »Mantissa Premiere: 95Bones – Blast Chiller
[Above image credit: Fabric London] Beautiful Swimmers are held in high esteem by the Mantissa crew; both in production style and when behind the decks. Taking inspiration from an array of genres, they have a knack for keeping audiences on their toes. When you also consider their reputable back catalogue,… Read More »Tune of the Week: Beautiful Swimmers – Easy On The Eyes
[Above image credit: Anomalous Visuals] Following a triumphant Mantissa team outing to see Move D at Oval Space last weekend, it seems only fitting for this weeks mix to dig to come from the man himself. Move D will always have a special place in the hearts of the Mantissa… Read More »Mixes to Dig: Move D – Phonica Mix Series 35