It is fair to say the frequency in which Chantal’s selflessness and kindness always shone was palpable leaving everlasting impressions on friends to fans and artists alike. A true loss to the community in many spaces, who will undoubtedly be remembered for their joyous passion, curious enthusiasm and kind nature.
Author: Benjamin Charles
μ-Ziq :: Goodbye EP (Planet Mu)
Certain to please old and new fans alike, this feels like an essential μ-Ziq release that might even feel momentarily understated with the surrounding schedule.
V/A :: Sounds from the Iranian Ultraverse (Shaytoon)
A fantastic release that has highlighted to me the importance of exploring unfamiliar territories as you may just never know what you are missing out on.
Maoupa Mazzocchetti :: UXY Dosing© Vol.2 (Nine Tracks Unselected by Judaah) (BFDM)
Baring only a 30-minute stint over the course of 9-tracks, what Mazzocchetti shortens in duration, is overcome by their exert in a myriad of sonic temptations that build in momentum as each track unloads.
prox.bleep :: RE:HER (Self Released)
Clean in architecture this single holds organic matter within that certainly makes it standout in such a heavy genre; it has a melodic touch in both harmonized vocals and disintegrated piano.
Safa :: Ibtihalat (UIQ)
Safa flexes a percussive palette that is weighted in bass and granular soundscapes. For fans of Rian Treanor and Gabor Lazar will feel right at home, although Safa’s characteristics are a different take on elasticated figures and whilst may seem like a comfortable entry—this is only the beginning.