Fallen Fronds - Recycled Air EP (House of Fronds)

Recycled Air is the new EP from Fallen Fronds, the synthwave/experimental project of the Seattle-based artist/producer/DJ Charles Guilterre. Cutting his teeth in New York City's East Village music scene in the late ‘90s, Guilterre has remixed and collaborated with the likes of O Future, Ursula 1000, Forest Robots, and Xico Peligroso and also commandeers the more dance-oriented House of Fronds production team.

Recycled Air includes collaborations with experimental artist something human (Caleigh Fisher) on "Spine" and ambient composer Fran Dominguez (aka Forest Robots) on "Spring/Fog." There are distinctly different tones to the EP’s four tracks, and the overall feel of Recycled Air incorporates more ambient and techno leanings in comparison to previous Fallen Fronds releases.

"Kenton Blues" is an ethereal track comprised of analogue synth sounds supported by a bubbly bass line and underscored percussion, highlighted by a break that allows for a breath of recollection before returning the advancing rhythm. On “Spine,” intricate percussive elements take center stage, which each element winding its own path to create a complex symphony of reverb, all the while reminding the listener that ‘there are always new keyboards all the time.’ "Spring / Fog" was created by taking ambient elements by Forest Robots and adding a succinct bass and beat underpinnings to dramatic effect, resulting in ultrasonic soundscape reminiscent of early 4AD artists. Rounding out the release is "Gatekeeper," easily described as hardest and most techno-oriented track of the release, flirting with the dancefloor but still firmly rooted in the Fallen Fronds' headspace mantra.

Kid Loco (Flor) – “Kind of dark but really great music. This is coherent and well achieved.”
Andreas Kinzl (Aromabar) – “Gatekeeper is the solid one for me.”
Redstickman (The Ambient Mafia) – “Kenton Blues is a lovely and lush downtempo track that has me wanting more! Definitely going to keep Fallen Fronds on my radar.”
Sean Johnston (Hardway Bros) – “I’m really liking Spine.”
DJ Osric (Black and Blue Show) – “A really interesting listen. Had me full of anticipation throughout the experience.”
Leri Ahel (Mutant Disco Radio Show) – “All 4 of these tracks are great.”
Hober Mallow (Mighty Reel) – “Kenton blues has cured my hangover! Really love Gatekeeper as well. Will play on the radio – and out when it can happen again.”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Apple Music, Amazon, And Spotify.

Morgendugg - Kanskje i Morgen (Akustikk)

Morgendugg is the name of a new project from Norwegian beat sorcerer Dennis Jr., presenting both a continuation and a fresh start to his expressive dance music explorations. After a string of releases for the likes of Jazid Collective, Beatservice, and his own Akustikk Recordings, Morgendugg (translates as ‘morning dew’) signals a new beginning for the talented producer. The album Kanskje i Morgen continues Dennis Jr.’s experiments in midtempo rhythmology, pulsing bass concoctions, and melodic synth metallurgy. These cuts come forged in fire.

The title cut (AKA “Maybe Tomorrow”) throws down the gauntlet with its pulsing bass bounce under twinkly synth-work and dream-like spoken phrases. The following cuts, “Antilope” and “Ethopia”, take on strange, exotic flavors, deploying inventive production flourishes and catchy sound bursts. On “Feilsitert (Misquoted),” Morgendugg gives it his all through broken beats, distant sax riffs, and a mischievous vocal. Other cuts find influence from African jazz and worldly flavors, twisted and filtered through Morgendugg’s squelchy funk atomizer. Kanskje i Morgen features eleven cuts in total — and these rock hard in various tempos, with explicit vibe emissions that’ll inspire manic feet buzz. Morgendugg is on the case.

Jon Fugler (Fluke) – “There are some real gems here, loving the production, just the right side of wonky, and the retro vibes sitting very well with my ears.”
Peter Kruder (Kruder & Dorfmeister) – “Great record. I like all the tracks here.”
Severino (HorseMeatDisco) – “Yes! Great stuff here.”
Midfield General (Skint) – “A very pleasant collection of grooves.”
DJ Osric (Black and Blue Show) – “Very enjoyable and unique sounding release.”
misterG (Green Arrow Radio Show) – “Cut from fire. Heaters.”
DJ T-Bird (Los Chicos Altos) – “Love the musicality of the tracks. Laid back, but not musical wallpaper by any means. More like exposed brick - background that is fascinating if examined.”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Beatport, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Cohuna Beatz - ODC (B.A.B.A. Records)

Cohuna Beatz is Franz Johann, a producer and DJ based out of Vienna specializing in a slinky style of downtempo dub-electro-funk. ODC (standing for ‘Oberwart Downbeat Center’) is a 12-track album that fully expresses the Cohuna Beatz sound. The grooves are gritty and pulsing throughout, with buzzing synthesizer melodies and techy blasts of funk sending vibes to smoky, strobe-lit dance floors. These beats are extra-chunky, from the psychedelic dopeness of “Down Unter” to the mid-tempo techno throwback of “Talking Bout Love” to the ominous but sexy grind of “Nitz Rebb Garage.” It’s all beaming out of Batusim Studio Oberwart and coming at you from Franz Johann’s B.A.B.A. Records imprint. Listen loosely and feel that Vienna groove!

Kid Loco (Tromolo Records) – “Brilliant and fantastic.”
Makossa (Luv Lite Recordings) – “This is a great album.”
DJ Sabo (Sol Selectas) – “All The Fellows In the House is the one for me.”
Rune Lindbæk (Drum Island Records) – “Cool Project. Tigerauge In Dub for me here.”
DJ Mark Cooper (Bedford Falls Players) – “Loving this! Will play on my radio show.”
Redstickman (The Ambient Mafia) – “Holy crap, I have a new favorite artist!”
Lotek (The Shake) – “Hype! Loving this gritty but crisp lower bpm style here.”
Jon Fugler (XLNT Radio Show) – “Down Under has legs, so does Nitz Rebb Garage – but Joga Bola is firkin awesome!”

Available Now From: Bandcamp, Beatport, Apple Music, And Spotify.

Citronade (A Martin Denev Project)- Eezeh EP [Issamin]

Martin Denev is a musical globetrotter, touching down geographically in many locations and musically in many styles. Now based in Bali, Martin is known for his prolific output, with two albums and several EPs, as well as collaborative releases with Pete Herbert and Robert Owens. Martin continues to stretch out sonically with his side project Citronade and the new Eezeh EP.

With Citronade, Denev ventures confidently into lush downtempo electronica, filled with shiny synths, warm beats, and an easy pace. “Pink Honda” sets the tone as layers of shimmering pads and a swinging rhythm evoke wide open spaces and the sun in the rearview mirror. “Lazy Noon” lowers the step but increases the bass as synth flourishes and vocal sighs beam in from a ‘90s Ibiza lounge. “Hazeland” gets more cosmic with jazzy drums and muted guitar bursts, and “Eezeh Khom” feels like swimming under the moonlight. The reprise “Lazier Noon” closes the EP, and Martin Denev has ‘eezehly’ established Citronade as a brilliant addition to the chill-out spectrum.

Rory Hoy (Super Hi-Fi) – “This is an amazing release.”
Frank Situation (BRS) – “Lovely summer vibes here.”
Eric Shans (3Bridge Records) – “Smooth stuff, will be on my next Frisky Radio show.”
Sandro Bianchi (Ibiza Sonica) – “Brilliant EP!”
Jon Lemmon (Viva Recordings / KBFG) – “I love this. I’ll be playing some of these on my downtempo shows.”
Jon Fugler (XLNT radio / Fluke) – “Loving each and every track. Very well crafted and a real treat.”
DJ Osric (Black and Blue Show) – “This should be the perfect soundtrack for a trip to Bali once the borders come down. Wonderful music.”

Now Available From: Juno Download, Traxsource, Apple Music, And Spotify.