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
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: Mint Tea] A new one from one of the members of Havana Breakfast Club and Label Mint Tea founder James Henry. His latest record, Thinking With Your Ears, is a must have. The tune begins with some lovely highs and eerie synths, before giving way to a… Read More »Tune of the Week: James Henry – Thinking With Your Ears [Mint Tea]
[Above image credit: AFP Photo/Charley Gallay] Something out of the electronic music history book from a maestro, ‘Polynomial C’ has it all – a captivating melody in haste that is punctuated frequently, which is soaked in simplistic harmonic goodness and feels otherworldly. The piece is then elevated by a driving… Read More »Tune of the Week: Aphex Twin – Polynomial C
[Above image credit: Golden Scissors] Planet Caravan is one of those pieces of music that just takes your full attention. Gently the band rolls in – the guitar accompaniment slowly starts off with the bongos and bass joining soon after. The vocals put you in a trance. The high pitch… Read More »Tune of the Week: Black Sabbath – Planet Caravan
[Above image credit:Saish Kotecha (xr2saish), photobucket] A collaborative effort by Alvin Aronson and Galcher Lustwerk culminated in ‘Scenes 2012 -2015’ that was release in the first quarter of 2016. The personal highlight of the album was ‘ITCZ’. It starts off as the descending theme washes over your ears with a… Read More »Tune of the Week: Studio OST – ITCZ