The Weekly Roundup: May 13

The Weekly Roundup: May 13

13 May, 2011 | 3.22AM

• Written by: Beatportal
• Filed under: Music News: weekly roundup

It’s Friday the 13th, which can only mean one thing: a batch of new tunes so good, it’s actually scary.

Read on to check out this week’s big exclusives from Eric Prydz, Round Table Knights, Mord Fustang, and more.

Depeche Mode, “Personal Jesus (Eric Prydz Remixes)” [Mute | Rhino]

One of the biggest tracks in Miami this past March wasn’t entirely new: Eric Prydz turned Depeche Mode’s 1989 smash “Personal Jesus” into a massive progressive juggernaut. Now, Prydz’ mix is finally available for the masses, along with his rework of Depeche Mode’s “Never Let Me Down Again.” Clearly this one is set to skyrocket to the top of the charts, so get it here if you’re in the U.S. and here if you’re anywhere else.

Apster & Bassjackers, “Brougham"/"Contour" [Wall Recordings]

Dutch talents Bassjackers & Apster unleash an absolutely outstanding and truly innovative two-track EP for Wall Recordings. “Brougham” is a crossover tune fusing the best elements of new school dubstep and pumpin’ Dutch house. The second track, “Contour” follows a similar route, focusing tightly on the classic sounds of Dutch house with a massive twisted breakdown you simply must hear.

Phil Kieran & Green Velvet, “Free Yourself” [Phil Kieran Recordings]

Phil Kieran and Green Velvet have unexpectedly joined forces and have quite possibly conjured up the first techno anthem of the Summer season. “Free Yourself” sees both producers at their absolute best - pushing the limits of techno while maintaining a very floor sensible DJ tool made to rip the entire venue to shreds. Heavy duty drums, science fiction effects and the vocal stylings of Mr. Velvet result in a definite crowd pleaser and future techno classic.

Round Table Knights, Remixes [Made To Play]

“Paparussi” and “Say What?!,” two key hitters from the Round Table Knights repertoire of productions, receive a notable mix of reinterpretations from some fine rising talent: L-Vis 1990, Mercury, Homework, KRM & Simon Li all deliver a bountiful affair of house mixes. Jackin’, deep, and a touch of ska from the Chronique Fatigue collaboration. Full support from Armand Van Helden - you know it’s hot.

Jamie Jones & Lee Foss, “Forward Motion” [Hot Creations]

The Hot Creations label only has a handful of releases, but the imprint has become one of the most popular, reliable and praised labels in the new school house scene. The latest EP from label head honchos Jamie Jones & Lee Foss is another finely crafted, catchy slice of psychedelic disco-drenched house made for hot summer days and freaky-deaky afterhours parties. Wonky, funky and full of spirited fun - “Forward Motion” is a triple whammy of summertime delights.

Rasmus Faber feat. Thomas Eby, “Oye!” [Farplane Records]

A producer that continues to explore his boundaries and deliver only the best house music has to offer, Farplane’s chief Rasmus Faber is back with a summer Latin groove primed for the white sandy beaches. German house aficionado Raul Rincon brings his party favors with big swinging beats and stabbing piano riffs for an energetic mix, so throw your head back, your hands up and say “OYE.”

Ralphi Rosario, “I Hear the Music” [Street King]

The Hot Mix 5 Chicago legend Ralphi Rosario teams up with house diva Linda Clifford for an uplifting house anthem on the King Street offshoot Street King. The two new mixes move the soul with varied flavor. “Crazibiza” jacks it up adding a touch of their studio finesse for a deliciously pumping vocal floor bumper. Aki Bergen brings the vocal down with a deep, jazzy dub with a rocking vocal snippet.

Catz ‘N Dogz & Martin Dawson, “No Nights” [Get Physical Music]

Meeting in a recording studio in Berlin (via Poland and the England), Catz ‘N Dogz & Martin Dawson have teamed up for some studio action in a triple headed collaboration, fusing all three of their creative minds for one phenomenal four to the floor release on Get Physical Music. “No Nights” is the result of their teamwork, and consists of three hot and heady house music jams blending psychedelic sounds, heavy rhythms and catchy synth-hooks made to drive the clubs wild.

Various Artists, Munich Disco Tech Volume 11 [Great Stuff Recordings]

Another tested collection of tech house tunes arrives in the eleventh (and quite possibly strongest) “Munich Disco Tech” series for Great Stuff Recordings. Bass Kleph and Prok & Fitch collaborate for a hard-hitting disco influenced bomb, while Timid Boy, James Dutton, Lissat & Voltaxx and One Hand each provide a new track designed to tear the club to smithereens. Expertly produced, cleverly crafted and party rocking - another superb installment in the reliable series.

Fussy Boy, “Gold (Mord Fustang Remix)” [Plasmapool]

Seemingly burst out of nowhere like a runaway Thord Funderbird in an action packed chase scene, the electro house chart topping sensation known as Mord Fustang returns to Plasmapool with a slammin’ remix of “Gold.” Originally produced by Fussy Boy, the remix action of Mord Fustang kicks the track into electro house hyperdrive with one of the biggest synth-heavy workouts possible, reminiscent of the best Wolfgang Gartner & Deadmau5 moments.

Patrice Baumel, “Vapour Remixes” [Trouw]

Patrice Baumel’s debut album was critically praised as one of the best “headphone techno” albums of recent times. Finally, the remixes are arriving, and the first set is designed for the clubs, rather than home listening. A superstar roster of tech house remixers are included with the likes of Joris Voorn, Petar Dundov and Nono Dos Santos, who each take the already-brilliant original versions and twist them into their own trademark creations.

Eddie C, Parts Unknown [Endless Flight]

Eddie C’s debut album covers the entire spectrum of funky sounds, deep down into disco, string-loaded house, and dubby tracks full of gently tripping atmospheres. Above all, his right touch for thrilling melodies in basslines and synthesizer sequences are crowning his debut to a longplayer full of timeless deepness. No matter if it is disco, house, or cosmic; above each style he deals with, funk is royal and this album is king.

Jesper Dahlback, “Thermal Voltage” [H-Productions]

Jesper Dahlback has returned to his tracky, punchy, techno roots. Following his gargantuan EP for Drumcode, Mr. Dahlback graces H-Productions with an incredible EP of unapologetic techno and peak hour power. Each of the four tracks display Dahlback at his best. Incredible effects trickery, perfectly compressed kick drums and relentless techno grooves result in a must-buy release for anyone into the Swedish sound.

Sleeparchive, “Ronan Point” [Tresor]

Sleeparchive returns to the music world after quite a lengthy break with his latest experimental techno masterpiece. “Ronan Point,” for the powerful Tresor imprint is a four-track project reminiscent of Jeff Mills and Sandwell District productions. Cold, sparse, spacial electronic music that sounds like it was produced in a frozen warehouse. Absolutely phenomenal techno that pushes the limits and expands the minds. A wicked return for the legendary producer.

Aki Bergen, Black & Light [Plastic City]

Aki Bergen paints his canvas of musical expression through fresh deep house on his latest LP from Plastic City. Sexy vocals against laidback grooves, dubby uplifting vibes - it’s all here. Twisting his techno roots into refined house grooves, Aki Bergen dials you in with his latest LP. Don’t miss a cut.

Cavalier, “A Million Horses” EP [Drumpoet Community]

No doubt Drumpoet knows how to find the hot undiscovered talents in the world of deep electronic house. But Cavalier is not a newbie, but the alias of one of our most admired producers, Agnes. Once you hear this 6-track EP and its intricate details in both artistic expression and sonic perfection, these deep, dark house cuts will be the tracks you unwind when the floor is still groovin’.

Uniforms, “March of No Coincidence” [Trunkfunk]

Soft inspirational vocals from Nordstrom emerge out of the Uniforms’ retro-inspired production. A Deniz Kurtzel interpretation takes things a bit darker with hollow echos and a steady kick. Andre Lodemann feeds a deep funky analog mix. Dan Curtin gives us a tasty electronic touch of tech house while DJ Nibc rolls in a laidback house vibe that escalates into a loopy synth backing the lush vocal. Quality production with enchanting vocals.

Hardfloor feat. E.R.P., “4th Dimension of the 5th Ward” [Zebralution]

Hardfloor, the legendary trailblazing wizards of the Roland TB-303 has gone totally electro (in the classic sense). Replacing the 4/4 techno kick with a proper snappy broken beat, Hardfloor has created an immense warehouse electro cut that has an undeniably quenching dancefloor feel, but full of otherworldly sounds, and deep dark melodic textures. A sound that could be fitting for fans of Modern Love or classic ‘80s electro.

Erven Miller, “Nostalgia” EP [Undervise Records]

At only 17, Erven Miller is already a masterful sculptor of sounds. His “Nostalgia” EP unfolds like a soundtrack of emotional tourist attractions, ranging from the uplifting opener on the title track to the lovely and soothing additions that display Miller’s melodic mastery.

Anton Lanski, “Soul Creation Procedure” [Asymmetric Recordings]

The revitalizing music of Anton Lanski is arranged to near perfection in his release. In the short span of a mere 3 tracks, Lanski engages listeners with sweeping beds of sounds against the thick and steady house kicks ("Soul Creation Procedure"), pumped up dancefloor syncopation with artfully arranged vocal slices ("Ashes And Snow"), to the calming hip hop vibes and melodies ("Neverlanding").

Swanky Tunes, “XOXO” [Spinnin Records]

Does it get any bigger than this? The Russian trio known as Swanky Tunes seems to always know how to get it done right. Their most recent release has arrived this week on Spinnin Records and flawlessly combines a thematic hook with heavy beats and just the right amount of bass, and an absolutely euphoric synth chord. With tracks like this, we can only hope these guys stick around.

Green & Falkner, “Ceylan” [Afterglow]

The in-demand duo Green & Falkner return to Afterglow with a stunning release named “Ceylan.” The original starts with a deep bouncy tribal beat with funky, groovy basslines and organ-like melody resulting in a large crowd pleasing breakdown. Antillas and Dankann have been signed on for the remix, in which they deliver an outstanding version that has a trancier feel. A must-have for sure.

Virus Syndicate, “Talk to Frank” [Play Me Records]

The astonishing grime outlet from Manchester, Virus Syndicate has always stepped beyond grime to explore avenues with select electronic artists. As they connect with dubstep label Play Me on this latest single, they lock in remix selections with a vibrant and heavy dubstep version from LA’s Bare, a pounding 174-bpm-to-130-bpm-and-back version from J.Rabbit. A bonus acappella track invites the producer in you to try out your own version.

Eddie K & Minus, “Activate"/"Dark Ages” [HENCH]

HENCH wastes no time getting straight to the filth on this latest single from Minus and Eddie K. London’s Beezy hosts this exercise and prime example of dubstep’s brutal basslines as he spices both tracks with horror/comedy he’s known for.

Bcee, “Count the Stars” [Spearhead Records]

Spearhead boss, Bcee returns with two huge drum & bass rollers. “Count The Stars” is a minimal, liquid roller with lush vocals provided by Lingby; its track-like synths and warm, heartfelt textures sum up what Spearhead has been about so recently. “Switchfoot” on the flip is a more up-tempo liquid number, with driving pulses, snares and rolls.

Cause4Concern, “Makes Me Wonder” [Shadybrain]

Cause4Concern offers something less of a harder harder with two tunes that are as deep and melodic as music can be. Slightly reminiscent of dBridge’s “Wonder Where,” “Makes Me Wonder” is a powerful, yet medolic and soft vocal anthem. On the flip, “Chameleon” is an ambient, deep roller with soft pads and tribal rhythms.

Arno Cost, “Lise” [Refune Records]

“Lise” is the latest from one of the most talked about French producers in recent memory, Arno Cost. Merging dark, underground production techniques with a main room, floor-filling sensibility, Arno Cost has created a seething mass of pent up energy that unleashes itself during a breakdown that can only be described as epic. A monster of a tune for peakiest of peak time floors.

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