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Tune(s) of the Week: Larry Heard, Mr. White – The Sun Can't Compare / Theo Parrish – Summertime is Here

August 6, 2017September 27, 2019

As anticipation increases amongst the Mantissa crew for Sunfall 2017 we’re sharing a brace of sunshine themed classics from two of the artists we are most eager to see, Larry Heard and Theo Parrish. Released in 2006, Larry Heard’s The Sun Can’t Compare still sounds as fresh as ever. Revered… Read More »Tune(s) of the Week: Larry Heard, Mr. White – The Sun Can't Compare / Theo Parrish – Summertime is Here

Mixes to Dig: BTTB 2000-01 // Nick Höppner's 2-Step Mix // X-132

August 6, 2017September 27, 2019

[Above image credit: Katja Ruge] Reading Nick Höppner’s recent Playing Favourites feature on Resident Advisor reaffirmed that few share his passion for music. Listing the likes of Moment by Gang Starr and You’re Living All Over Me by Dinosaur Jr. among his favourite songs was a refreshing change from a… Read More »Mixes to Dig: BTTB 2000-01 // Nick Höppner's 2-Step Mix // X-132

Tune of the Week: Ozel AB – Sierra Echo [WORKSHOP 24]

July 16, 2017September 27, 2019

In this Workshop 24 release, Ozel AB provides a much heavier and straightforward approach to that of the classic releases from the label’s mainstays, namely Kassem Mosse and Lowtec. The EP’s biggest dance-floor filler, Sierra Echo, is as unrelenting as it is upbeat. Built on layers of catchy vocal samples,… Read More »Tune of the Week: Ozel AB – Sierra Echo [WORKSHOP 24]

An Interview: Natalia Augustyniak (aka Eksish)

June 13, 2017September 27, 2019

Natalia Augustyniak, aka Eksish, is an emerging Bristol based artist who has caught our eye here at Mantissa due to her musical taste and style when DJing. She is an emerging talent in the techno scene and we at Mantissa were lucky enough to sit down and have a chat… Read More »An Interview: Natalia Augustyniak (aka Eksish)

Tune of the Week: Skee Mask – Panorama

June 11, 2017September 27, 2019

One of the last tracks on Skee Mask’s Shred EP, Panorama is a wonderful breakbeat track which is both full of intense rhythmic manoeuvres and beautiful ambience. The track begins with quietly with some off-beat percussion before the overarching ambient melody of the track begins – a simple yet constantly… Read More »Tune of the Week: Skee Mask – Panorama

Tune of the Week: FaltyDL – The Love I Need

May 28, 2017September 27, 2019

[Above image credit: Youtube] A downtempo house groover with colourful sounds, a collection of textures and soul scattered all over it. This amalgamation produces something that is laid back but still kicking it simultaneously. ‘The Love I Need’ in another fantastic piece of work from the creative FaltyDL. Swinging percussion… Read More »Tune of the Week: FaltyDL – The Love I Need

Tune of the Week: Hannd – I’’’4u [RPR010]

May 14, 2017September 27, 2019

[Above image credit: Klubikon] Hannd’s (aka Dan Hopkins’) recent u’4u EP release on Raw Paper Records is brilliantly crafted to take the listener on an enjoyable journey as they listen to the EP in full. Dan created the EP with this fully in mind as he didn’t want to create… Read More »Tune of the Week: Hannd – I’’’4u [RPR010]

Mixes to Dig: San Proper @Dekmantel São Paulo

May 14, 2017September 27, 2019

[Above image credit: 45rpm.ch] Boiler Room is undoubtedly responsible for increasing the accessibility and popularity of underground music over the past few years. Producing many amazing sets from renowned, and lesser-known acts, while introducing many great characters at the same (shouts to towel guy). In recent years many of their… Read More »Mixes to Dig: San Proper @Dekmantel São Paulo

Mixes to Dig: Jon Rust w/ DJ Slyngshot

May 7, 2017September 27, 2019

[Above image credit: Stamp the Wax] When attempting to convince several members of Mantissa to listen to this mix, I was only able to describe it as “seriously sick”. As described in greater detail later on, it is rare that a mix is able to keep a listener as engaged,… Read More »Mixes to Dig: Jon Rust w/ DJ Slyngshot

A Review: Don't Be Afraid @Bloc

April 29, 2017September 27, 2019

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