Blog: manalogue

Here's another massive release from OFF RECORDINGS . This three-track EP, features the Faceless Recordings founders of CLIMBERS , SILKY , and BARBER . Collectively their work stands on its own but together the tri-pack of house aficionados punch out a dichotomous day versus night paradigm that should leave you seeing stars, regardless of the time of day. To top it off, JAYMO & ANDY GEORGE [...]

It's all beginning to make sense now. A few months back we heard THE SPANK ! 's moombah stomper remix of Timothy Wisdom's "Jiggle What You Got." I remember thinking to myself, who is this fellow? Some new talent signed to BOMBASTIC JAM ? At the time, I couldn't find any info on the fella. Turns out he's none other than the German funky breaks pioneer, BASEMENT FREAKS . In this side project, The Spank! delves into the realms of bass music, jumping from moombahton, dancehall, [...]

So, some mates and I are throwing our second swing party and it's going down this Saturday. The first one (last November) was easily the most rammed, all-locals show I've seen and was definitely one of the best shows I've played, let alone partied at. We're hoping the excitement continues, obviously. You can grab the details in the poster above but if you need more check the facebook event here . Roaring 2020s : electro swing, gypsy house, Balkan beats, Bulgarian basslines, breakbeat jive, presented by Memetic With Nathan Zhan, [...]

I'm feeling a bit late to the party on this one, as this EP has been sitting here begging me to review it for far too long. Released on 29 April, Sycophant is the first single on the label after the much touted album from label boss Dan Price to introduce the label. Dan Price - Sycophant (Original Mix) has a nice chuggy undertone, with beautifully syncopated deep drums, making for an overall quality tune. Alex Costa is on remix duty for the second tune of the EP, bringing his signature high energy, serious techno vibe to [...]

Manalogue is proud to promote a new remix competition for PARACHUTE YOUTH ’s debut single "Can’t Get Better Than This." We teamed up with Warner Music and WAVO , the social network for music, for the competition in anticipation of Parachute Youth's upcoming debut album. We're challenging producers of all sorts to put forward their best remix of "Can't Get Better Than This" which is already smashing charts globally. The winner, judged by Parachute Youth and A&R scouts from Warner Music, will see their creation receive an official release on Warner Music [...]

When I think of dj culture in Winnipeg, JOE SILVA is always at the top of the list. Joe's been djing and producing in our small city for a long minute and is one of the pioneers of our deep and varied dj culture here. His live sets are incredible, in addition to twiddling way too many knobs to count, he also pounds on electronic drums. Joe is also half of TONEPUSHERS (the other half being ALI KHAN [...]

Some Manalogue funk favourites hit a milestone this year. To commemorate their tenth year of sewing the seeds of Funk, the FORT KNOX FIVE reached into their vaults and selected 15 of their favorite originals for a massive compilation. Don’t call this a greatest hits collection – though every track is indeed a great hit – this is a selection straight from the heart of the four men who created it. Seasoned, eclectic, traveled and varied, here are songs that span the musical globe. Elements of reggae, dub, hip hop, techno, rock, R&B, swing, [...]

At such a young age, CEDRIC GERVAIS has accomplished more than most could ever dream of doing in a lifetime. After leaving school at the very tender age of 15, the Frenchman gained residencies in some of France's biggest clubs. A few years later he transplanted to Miami where his career exploded even further. Here we have a brand new progressive track, featuring vocals by Howard Jones. This one's ripe for summer - watch for it to drop on Spinnin' Records . ++++++++++ [...]

At such a young age, CEDRIC GERVAIS has accomplished more than most could ever dream of doing in a lifetime. After leaving school at the very tender age of 15, the Frenchman gained residencies in some of France's biggest clubs. A few years later he transplanted to Miami where his career exploded even further. Here we have a brand new progressive track, featuring vocals by Howard Jones, that's ripe for summer. Watch for it to drop on Spinnin' Records . ++++++++++ Links: [...]

OFF RECORDINGS presses yet another impressive collection of tracks in this new installment, tapping into Brazil's underground talent. Sao Paulo resident DASHDOT , who provides the single "Booty Clap", a thunderous stomper with a deep low end bump to light any dancefloor on fire. OFF family regulars,  TAPESH & DAYNE S , who released the top seller  Got To Live EP ,are deluxe guests here, bringing their remix flavour with a calypso-infused bassline. The second track [...]

Here's a big tune from new-comer, ONLY BOOTS . The ethereal strings and keys contrast the glitchy bassline and a kick drum Ralph Macchio would be scared of. Check the stream below and grab the free download. (...and here's the unmastered SoundCloud link for the aggregators.) ++++++++++ Links: onlybootssounds.com Only Boots on SoundCloud Only Boots on Facebook Only Boots on Twitter

CBS and Astralwerks announced a partnership for a female dj talent search called, She Can DJ . I'm sure this contest had good intentions but in my view it will only highlight the segregation of the sexes as seen with the conversations generated by Resident Advisor's video profile of NINA KRAVIZ . What do you think? Here's the profile in question... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v =5TkSsq344K8

Like whoa. DOORLY gives this 1986 Chicago house classic from Steve Silk Hurley a proper pounding. A must have for anyone who wants to go deeeeeeep. It's always nice to hear these classic tunes with a modern rub. Watch for the release on S&S Records . ++++++++++ Links: doorlydj.com Doorly on SoundCloud Doorly on Facebook Doorly on Twitter

I'm always amazed how STANTON WARRIORS can consistently produce tunes that sound distinctly theirs yet progressive and relevant to what's happening all around them. Without having any insight into their production techniques, the critical element (for me) of the Warriors' tunes seems to be their mastery of the MPC and the 808. The kick drums and basslines always drive their beats with such rich and lush low end that can't be found anywhere else. Both cuts in the Where's the Beef? single, the title track and "MPC" are prime examples. Don't believe [...]

Esteemed music technologist and audiovisual producer,  NALEPA is a veteran of Los Angeles’ vital music scene and known for his vast and eclectic array of artistic collaborators that cross mediums as often as they cross genres. He has produced tracks with such legends as Bill Laswell and Pharoah Sanders, and energized crowds at clubs and festivals around the world. Nalepa currently has several collaborative releases in the pipeline as he simultaneously teaches Ableton Live for Dubspot and maintains a heavy tour schedule with The Weeknd. After a series of prolific collaborations and extensive [...]

Can't complain much with the number of touring djs making their way to Winnipeg. One act coming through our small city is none other than WICK-IT THE INSTIGATOR . The Nashville native wraps up his Canadian tour in Winnipeg on Saturday, April 27. Seeing how the kids here maintain a healthy bass diet, I'm sure Wick-It will serve up a massive buffet. The show is at The Zoo and tickets will run you $15 if you grab them in advance. Otherwise they're $20 at the door. Get there early though [...]

It's no secret LANCE HERBSTRONG are in favour of marijuana use. They're trying to spread the word about it with a Peter Tosh and Sublime bootleg which is quite effing amazing actually, and kind of perfect for the day of awareness. Like for free download ++++++++++ Lance Herbstrong Links: Lanceherbstrong.com Lance Herbstrong on SoundCloud Lance Herbstrong on Facebook Lance Herbstrong on Twitter

I just got back from getting diapers. For real. If you're thinking the life a music blogger is all shimmer and shine, having some drinks from time to time. No. Not if you have kids. I barely get out and when I do I'm playing. I feel bad that I can't support what's happening, which is why I'm really hoping things work out this Friday, April 19. Facebook event listing BALANCED RECORODS and the crew of people behind it are some of the forefathers dj culture in [...]

It's been way too long since we've posted anything the ALL GOOD FUNK ALLIANCE . To remedy that we have this chilled-out collaboration that combines AGFA's funky breaks with COPYCAT 's dancefloor vibes. The project came to light when AGFA toured Australia in January and made a visit to Copycat's studio in Melbourne. It's a perfect combo inspired from Grand Puba's golden era hip-hop classic. Like for free download ++++++++++ AGFA Links AGFA on SoundCloud [...]

For their release on Jungle Cakes,  ED SOLO teamed up with the maestro of all things funky, STICKYBUDS for a two-track EP for a blunt celebration of weed culture. Of course it comes out on 4/20. First up "Smoke The Weed" combines super phat rolling basslines, ragga style stabs and atmospherics, and a wicked steppy break. The two join forces again for the second track, Joker Smoker, which is a sublime slice of funky, jazzy business. It's all there, stompin' beats, ragga/dub elements, big chunky bass, incredibly [...]