01. Flying Lotus – Clock Catcher / Broken Note – Meltdown
02. Boreta – Bubblin in the Cut
03. Two Fingers – Bad Girl (King Cannibal Remix)
04. EPROM – Shoplifter
05. Switchdubs – Who Are Those Guys
06. Caper – Poker Ghost
07. Crookers ft. Spank Rock – Park the Truck
08. Foreign Beggars ft. Noisia & Devlin – No Holds Barred (Goth Trad Remix)
09. Borgore – Foes (16bit Fuck Hoes Remix)
10. Liquid Stranger – Zero Hour
11. HD4000 – South Street (VIP Remix)
12. Reso – TikTak
13. Brackles – Rawkus
14. Kraddy – Godzilla (Son of the Electric Ghost Mix)
15. Milanese – So Malleable (Cold Mix)
16. The Qemists – Your Revolution (Reso Remix)
17. Rudi Zygadlo – The Udu and the Clave (Doshy Remix)
18. King Cannibal – Embrace the Minimum
19. Voodeux – Enter the Voo (Eskmo Remix)
20. Geiom & Dawntreader – Toscani
21. Roel Funcken – Martyrz
22. Meat Beat Manifesto – Less
23. Emalkay – When I Look at You
24. Starkey – Rain City
25. Tom Encore – Jig
26. Datsik – Retreat (Elite Force Remix)
27. Excision & Datsik – Calypso (Elite Force Remix)
28. Noisia – Machine Gun

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Consume Adapt Create has been Daniel Myer’s largest and most successful departure from industrial and EBM since Haujobb’s 1999 album, Ninetynine. This latest release from Myer’s Architect project is a contemporary fusion of dark breaks, drum & bass, hardcore and dubstep. While Myer should be praised for masking any influences in previous work—including prior Architect releases—it’s refreshing to compare these new tracks to other artists. “So I Went Out” is reminiscent of something off a Broken Note release, while “The Beauty and the Beat (Rokka)” takes cues from artists like Enduser, Dieselboy and Silent Witness. Beneath these influences though, lies a core of solid arrangement, unique soundscapes, heavily distorted basslines and complex beats.

To further appreciate Consume Adapt Create, check out these other notable releases from Myer: Haujobb – Solutions for a Small Planet, Haujobb – Ninetynine, Haujobb – Vertical Theory, Destroid – Silent World, Architect – Galactic Supermarket and Clear Vision – Deception. Check Discogs and Wikipedia for a full (and ridiculously extensive) discography.  ~ tom

MP3 1: Attack Ships on Fire
MP3 2: So I Went Out
MP3 3: The Beauty and the Beat (Rokka)

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Kryptic Minds, a production duo hailing from London, have contributed to the deep drum & bass scene since 2005, but It’s no surprise that they’ve slowed things down for their latest LP. One of Us is a welcome departure from the heavy hitting antics of songs like “More Like You” and “Blue Print,” in which Kryptic Minds have taken a minimal approach to dubstep—drawing influences from Burial, Headhunter, Loefah, Pinch and Tech Itch.

Although Kryptic Minds are new to the dubstep arena, they’ve managed to infuse the expected spacious half-step formula with their own dark brooding style, creating yet another unique offshoot of dubstep. Long-time fans will appreciate this smooth transition as the same elements and slick production that draws them to Kryptic Minds remain present on the record. The individual tracks are intelligent and dynamic—containing a good balance between thick walls of sound and sparse breathable rhythms, but the whole can be a bit arduous. The album lacks differentiating bpms and the energy of previous Kryptic Minds releases. Independently though, “One of Us,” “Six Degrees,” and “Secure Lost” will most definitely make their way into countless DJ sets and late night mixes.  ~ tom

Check out myspace.com/krypticminds1 for show info and release updates. Full albums and remixes are available at iTunes.

MP3 1: Kryptic Minds – One of Us
MP3 2: Kryptic Minds – Secure Lost
MP3 3: Kryptic Minds – Generation Dub

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Try and Imagine pure evil as a living force that feeds on life, death, murder and pain. This evil infiltrates a city, tainting the air, water and streets. As its power grows, so does fear, corruption, agony and hysteria. For all those unfortunate enough to live here, death is imminent. Let the Night Roar is the soundtrack to this story—down to the details of crime, punishment and the true face of evil—which is unmasked throughout this imaginatively dark and devastating debut LP from King Cannibal.

Let the Night Roar is hands down the hardest release from Ninja Tune Records to date. Trailing far behind are The Bug’s London Zoo and Amon Tobin’s 2004 release, Chaos Theory. LTNR is a seamless blend of dancehall, industrial, drum & bass and dubstep that continually builds with tension even when the beats slow down and drop out. The stage is set with an intro of eerie atmospheres and the words “You’ve got about one hour to think about what you’ve done to me.” Because of repeating sounds, themes and frequent movie samples—including the explosive speech by George C. Scott in Exorcist III—it’s hard to not think of this album as conceptual.

As cool as the hard beats and unrelenting bass lines are, the MCs steal the show. “Murder Us” features deep and dark vocals by Jahcoozi woven around train-like percussion, alarming synth stabs and gun shots. The layered rapid fire vocals by Face-A-Face on “Virgo,” are absolutely sick (this track is so dope). On the voodoo-like track, “Dirt,” legendary Ragga/Hip-Hop artist Daddy Freddy adds violence and fear with repetitive screams.

The intoxicating dubstep single, “So… Embrace the Minimum” is set close to the middle of the album to momentarily break the tension with warm bass effects and rhythms—but don’t let your guard down, it doesn’t last long. Other highlights include “Aragami Style” and “Colder Still,” which fuel the album with threatening beats, distorted bass, ghostly pads and unforgettable breaks. “Flower of Flesh and Blood” concludes the record with a battle between good and evil where the true face of the beast is revealed… 303-style acid bass! It’s heavy, dark and best heard from beginning to end. Definitely one of the best albums of the year.  ~ tom

Two unreleased tracks, “Downtime” and “Stone Tape Theory,” were recorded during the LTNR sessions but didn’t fit the feel of the record. This 2-track single will be released on November 16th. Check out myspace.com/kingcannibal for samples and tour dates. Let the Night Roar and a ton of other King Cannibal tracks and remixes are available now on iTunes.

MP3 1: King Cannibal – Virgo (Featuring Face-A-Face)
MP3 2: King Cannibal – Aragami Style
MP3 3: King Cannibal – So… Embrace The Minimum
MP3 4: King Cannibal – Flower Of Flesh And Blood
MP3 5: King Cannibal – Murder Us (Featuring Jahcoozi)

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Phace, Misanthrop and Noisia released their latest Neosignal 12″ on September 9th. In my opinion, this release crowns these guys as the new trailblazers of deep drum & bass. Phace & Noisia collaborated on the A side track, “CCTV,” which takes drum & bass to a new level. Loads of atmosphere, distorted bass, percussive sound effects and a healthy dose of silence. At the 1:38 mark, is a crucial bass sound that I’ve never heard before. Why the F didn’t it last longer!? At full steam, the tune sounds like demonic robots beatboxing in a pool of mud. Bravo.

On the flip side is “Factory 5,” by Misanthrop. A hard driving d’n'b tune with creepy pads and sound effects that may have come from the movie Event Horizon. It doesn’t leave as deep an impression as “CCTV,” but still a sick addition to any hard drum & bass collection.

For those of you in the U.S., The Phace / Neosignal North American Tour will be happening in January 2010. Check myspace.com/phacepunks for more info.  ~ tom

Hear more Phace, Misanthrop & Noisia on iTunes.

MP3 1: Phace & Noisia – CCTV
MP3 2: Misanthrop – Factory 5

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Everyone has a favorite artist/producer whose music they collect. Mine used to be Pearl Jam, then it was Nine Inch Nails (I broke my perfect streak after halo 19) and ever since 2001, it’s been Amon Tobin. Eight years ago, a friend of a friend left Supermodified at my apartment for my roommate and I to check out. I knew almost immediately that this guy was it—the most creative and talented electronic DJ/producer—at least as far as I was concerned. I picked up all his previous material, including Adventures in Foam, by Cujo, and got Out From Out Where as soon as it was released in 2002—and almost everything else since. While digging for some new music this afternoon, I found some remixes by Tobin that I had never heard. I picked em’ up from iTunes to complete the collection as far as I know it.

The first track by Pongá is called “Pick Up the Pieces of Saturn (Mosh Mix by Amon Tobin).” Pongá is an experimental jazz band that got its start in Seattle. Their latest release, The Remixes, has some great tracks on it including remixes by Spacetime Continuum, Capsule 150 and Even Schiller. This particular tune resembles the music from Chaos Theory—TONS of aggressive breaks.

The second tune, by Baikonour, is called “Coca Sun (Bhangratronic Mix by Amon Tobin).” This one sounds like it could have been an extra track off of Out From Out Where or Chaos Theory. Baikonour’s music is a blend of downtempo and ambient. Think Bonobo meets Explosions in the Sky and sprinkle that with some Hefner.

The most recent track, “Aksak (Amon Tobin Remix),” is by Omar Faruk Tekbilek, an incredibly talented Turkish/Middle Eastern musician. Their styles blend perfectly to create a sound similar to that of the Infamous soundtrack, a recent video game score co-produced by Amon Tobin.

The last track I picked up, “Chicken in the Wind (Amon Tobin Remix),” is by Airto Moreira & The Gods of Jazz. The original is an improvised jazz track released in 1993. Definitely not for those seeking classically composed jazz. Because the remix was done in 2000, it most resembles music off of Permutation.

Tobin is currently working on new material for Two Fingers with producer Doubleclick. If you haven’t already heard it, check out the self titled debut album, Two Fingers. Also, Amon Tobin will be playing a few gigs in the US and Canada starting in August.

MP3: Baikonour – Coca Sun (Bhangratronic Mix by Amon Tobin)

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Last month, Venetian Snares (Aaron Funk) left thousands of mouths wide open with his latest full length release, Filth. It’s an impressive newcomer to his already incredible repertoire of music, encompassing breaks, hardcore, acid, jungle, drill ‘n’ bass, drum ‘n’ bass and experimental styles.

Before hearing the album I thought that in order to truly describe the song titles (“Deep Dicking,” “Labia,” “Chainsaw Fellatio,” “Splooj Guzzlers,” etc.), it would have to be conceptual. I had already decided that it was going to be mediocre.  I thought Funk would have to go beyond synth manipulation and use literal sounds and effects, but by the time I got to the fourth track, “Mongoloid Alien,” it started to make sense. It was intense, ugly and disturbing. The more I listened, the filthier it got. After the final track, “Pussy Skull,” I felt totally exhausted and used up physically and mentally, while asking myself, “how the fuck did he do this?” The amount of detail and manipulation is mind blowing. I probably over use this term… but it’s absolutely sick!

Each track is an entirely new onslaught of abrasive bleeps, blips, breaks and detuned pads. I don’t think the beat ever remained stable for more than 10 seconds. It’s amazing how he can evoke so much feeling without the use of organic sounds. It’s practically all synthetic. Among all the noise though, were points of rest and a few pretty moments. Even hell must have a high point.

Keep your eyes open for Horsey Noises, the new Venetian Snares EP, slated for release this June. Check out Venetian Snares on MySpace for clips and tour information. Albums and MP3s can be purchased from Amazon and Bleep.

MP3: Venetian Snares – Deep Dicking

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If you’re into dubstep but are getting tired of the same rolling bass lines, rhythms and synths, you need to check out Broken Note. Actually, anyone looking to hear something new and heavy needs to check out this young, fresh duo from London. Loosely categorized as dubstep artists, their tunes feature elements from jungle, breaks, hardcore, drum and bass and industrial. They’ve brought their own unique style to the underground electronic music scene. It’s heavy, dark and absolutely sick!

As headliners to shows titled “Helloween,” “Brutal Bastard Core Breakdown,” “Tinnitus,” “Rebeltronics,” “Frequency Abuse” and “F@ck You I’m Furious!,” you can get an idea of what they sound like. It’s dark, edgy, relentless, philthy and slick. Toss in some warm pads, hellish samples, constantly evolving aggressive breaks and you’ve got Broken Note. Don’t be fooled by the posted track, “Dubversion.” It isn’t as harsh as more recent releases. For young 20-somethings, the production is surprisingly top notch, especially from their later 2008 releases. Similar artists include Vex’d, King Cannibal, iTAL tEK, Tech Itch, Architect and Raiden.

For over a year now, Broken Note have been packing dance floors throughout the UK and surrounding areas. Their sets consist of laptops running Ableton Live, turntables and a host of MIDI controllers to warp the sounds. You should be able to find some live clips on YouTube. They’ve been played live or featured on the air by DJs including Amon Tobin, Mary-Anne Hobbes and Juno Reactor.

An upcoming Breakbeat/Dubstep compilation, Frequencies of the Mind, will feature “Sullen,” by Broken Note. To get updated news and live show dates, check out Broken Note on MySpace. Releases can be ordered from Ad Noiseam.

MP3: Broken Note – Dubversion

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If you’re unfamiliar with deep drum & bass, let me introduce you to Phace (Florian Harres & Nicolas Ruoff) and Misanthrop (Michael Bräuninger). This German trio has collectively released tunes on the hottest labels in the scene including Virus, Subtitles, Renegade Hardware, Vision, Cyanide and Shadow Law. They get heavy rotation with other drum & bass heavyweights (Calyx, DNAudio Crew, Mayhem, Amon Tobin, Noisia, Pendulum and TeeBee) and have been featured on over 25 compilations.

In August of 2008, they decided to take their music to the next level and created their own label, Neosignal. With releases on Neosignal, they’re upping the standards for drum & bass. They’ve already released some of the sickest tracks this genre has to offer, all deep, dark and fresh with hard rolling bass lines and sharp, hard hitting beats. The upcoming third release from Neosignal will feature the a-side, “Mammoth,” which is a Phace and Misanthrop collaboration, and “Sore Point,” by Phace and Noisia. Both are sick! Unfortunately, I couldn’t get a hold of the entire tracks so I posted a tune off Neosignal’s second release.

Phace have upcoming shows throughout Germany, Australia and New Zealand. Dates and venues are posted on the Phace Blog. To hear more audio clips, visit Neosignal.

MP3: Misanthrop – Moon Clouds

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