Gabriel Szatan is man you might need an introduction to, even if you probably know the engines he helps fuel: one of the core team booking and hosting shows worldwide at none other than Boiler Room; an esteemed music journalist writing reviews and features for the likes of Red Bull… Read More »An Interview: Gabriel Szatan
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
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
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
Very few nights gain the immediate approval of the group. Schedule and taste are often an issue, however, when this night was released the decision was unanimous. A lineup of true diggers and selectors, who are able to keep the crowd on their toes all night long through their eclectic… Read More »A Review: Move D, Fred P and Pender Street Steppers @ Oval Space
[Above image credit: Houndstooth] Throwing Snow’s second full length was recently announced to drop in January 2017 and ahead of its release “Cosms” was uploaded to Houndstooth’s Youtube channel. In “Cosms” the versatile producer has somewhat summoned the intricacies of Philip Glass and the minimalistic movement as a whole. The… Read More »Tune of the Week: Throwing Snow – Cosms