Billy Faithful - Deep Dub Organics

Billy Faithful is a master technician of melody and mood and has often featured on sub-bassmusic. Here are some previous tracks from this unspoken sorcerer of sound. His most recent creation ‘I Dream King’, keeps true to the dark, grinding and organic sound. Faithfulls interlinks a dark omnious staggered break with a equally moody vocals. Gone are the euphoric layers on this one, Faithfuls taking the listen down so far your’ll be up again.

I DREAM KING by FAITHFULL

After that the mood needs to be upped a bit, so here’s the funky side of Faithful, The Howling -Released by: Chi Recordings Out Now

The Howling [OUT NOW on CHI RECORDINGS!] [112Kbps preview] by FAITHFULL

I did mention that Faithful has appeared on the previous sub-bassmusic site.  Following are some previous tracks from this unspoken sorcerer of sound.

The creeping, creaking Dub ‘Avalon’ is executed with such a fresh well executed style. This piece is full of woe and melancholy keys with a build-up of layers added as this dub warrior paints a true thought inspiring soundscape.  You won't believe what happened when Avalons huge layer washes over you.

AVALON by FAITHFULL

The warm and pure laidback sounds of Incorrection, one of Faithfulls earlier compositions is not to be missed. To describe this piece would be to mention the steady roll with casual percussion pinned down and a deep sub-bassline, all wonderfully woven together with an eerie heat warming layer melody. This masterful Dub hits a high point as layers build and a playful melody is introduced, layers rise euphorically before subsiding again.

INCORRECTION by FAITHFULL

Billy Faithfull sound on Greatest Itch is sublimely fresh. Bassline drops, kicks and Snares intertwine organically, and combine to create a powerful alien soundscape. As the piece evolves it becomes clear that this is the dark, glitchy side of Faithfull.

GREATEST ITCH [out NOW on ADDICTECH RECORDS!] by FAITHFULL

Easierly one of my personal favourites is Softly Softly, primarily because of the tease it plays with the mind. The Dub staggers in with a strong kick/snare and a tech stabbing bassline harbouring an organic vibe despite the jerky robotic flavours. BillyFaithfull gradually crafts the soundscape before unleashing a warm ethereal synth which washes over this chilled Dub. Softly Softly manages to effect the soul on another level, subtly drawing the listener in, leaving an unexpected hunger for more.

SOFTLY SOFTLY [out NOW on ADDICTECH RECORDS!] by FAITHFULL

Intoxicating chimes from Inanna - Cariad (Dubporn records)

The 4th release for Dubporn records is out.  Cariad by Inanna features the orginal and a reworking, plus two remixes.  This project is all chimes and layers, combined to create an intelligent, serene musical experience.

Cariad by Inanna moves in gently with melodic chimes, a laid back beat line and an ominous top layer, before settling down into a rich synth heavy melody which compliments the chimes perfectly.  As this chilled number progresses Inanna blends layer and synth to create a complex electronic melody/language.

Cariad - Original by Inanna

Inannas rethink of Cariad pays courtesy to the original melodic chimes but features an earthier organic snare and pacy beat line.  Inna keeps up the bell themes throughout as she weaves through multiple melodies creating a heady cocktail.  This is layer building at a heavenly level.  A fresh combination of sounds here makes this one a must for only euphoric dance floor moment.  Buy Cariad, if only for this version.

The PTR1 remix takes a different slant on the original by upping the beats, for a 2 step feel.  Crisp snares, a punchy beatline and a deep bass roll through this laidback dancefloor number.  The chimes give the piece a melancholy feel as the layers are kept locked.  The bassline is a dominant force here.

Shoju’s Remix threatens to be harder from the outset, with a deep house edge. Shoju has created a raw synth bassline up throughout as kicks and hi-hats are brought in steadily.  On the initial break those sublime chimes are brought forth, teasing the listener.   Should be ideal for a night, of close your eyes and sway boogie.

Inanna on Dubporn records

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Blu Mar Ten complete their picture - Love is the Devil

BluMarTen know how to keep the excitement going. Back in June 2011 they put out the wonderfully mellow soundscapes and solid beats of Five Summers along with the sharp shooting roller of a collab with Inside Info, ‘Still The One’.

BMT005 - Blu Mar Ten & InsideInfo - Still The One / Five Summers by Blu Mar Ten

Shortly after that breath of fresh air BluMarTen hit out again with the dirty ‘Problem Child’ and serene ‘Sweet Little Supernova’ feat Rochelle Parker

BMT006 - Blu Mar Ten - Problem Child / Sweet Little Supernova by Blu Mar Ten

And now as if to reward all the patience and to fully quench the Blu Mar Ten thirst the launch of their album ‘Love is the Devil’ is finally here. Full of rounded basslines, polished snares and higher than high layers, Blu Mar Ten have delivered a full and comprehensive journey into their current style. This album has a flavour for all occasions whether you feel like getting your ears on the harder vibes of Damage and Into the Light or the Ultra chilled flavours of All Thoughts are Prayers, Blind Soul and High Hopes. All in all this album is packed full of gem after gem, a journey into the more musical, intelligent side of Drum and Bass.

Blu Mar Ten - Love is the Devil 

Release date: 31st Oct 2011 
Formats: Vinyl / CD / Digital

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Tracklist: 
Into The Light (feat. Airwalker) 
All Thoughts Are Prayers 
Blind Soul (feat. Stray) 
Damage 
Five Summers 
High Hopes (feat. INtrepid) 
The Beginning 
Made In London 
The Fourth (feat. Jenni Potts) 
Another Year (feat. Mike Lesirge) 
Problem Child 
Love Is The Devil 
Sweet Little Supernova (feat. Rochelle Parker)
Hollow Men 
Whisper (feat. Kirsty Hawkshaw) 
Blue Skies 
Still The One (feat. InsideInfo) 
All Or Nothing

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The Night Mail EP - Deep progressive Disco from New Jackson (Pogo Recordings)

Come the 12th of December New Jackson will be fully launching ‘The Night Mail’ EP. Featuring four deep disco offerings, the flavour of the EP leans on the dark side of the genre. The title track features some nice crisp percussion work, adding another dimension to the soft layers. The vocal for the track adds a furry texture, easy on the ears and good to bop to. All in all a good listen, The Night Mail is a progressive journey into synth harmony.

New Jackson - The Night Mail [POGO Recordings] - Clip by pogorecordings

Hussle Free takes the robotic vocal angle again, which is a nice touch throughout this EP. The greatest aspect of this piece is the funky bassline, which will have you rocking to the big kicks.

New Jackson - Hussle Free [POGO Recordings] - Clip by pogorecordings

Shoot out the Lights is perhaps the track with the quicker beat, but keeps a lot if the layers to the minimum, giving the piece a deep and broody feel.

New Jackson - Shoot Out The Lights [POGO Recordings] - Clip by pogorecordings

The exit track for the EP is called It’s Not Over. True to the name the piece starts of as if at the end with low layers and some melancholy bass hits. After two minutes the track kicks in and with a strong kick and big tonal bass line. When the melody kicks in it’s as if to play the EP to a close.

New Jackson - It's Not Over [POGO Recordings] - Clip by pogorecordings

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Intelligent Minimalism from Prophyros - Qualia EP (Dubporn Records)

The Qualia EP from Porphyro was released in October 2011 on the back of Inanna’s ‘Touch Me’ EP. Porphyros style is minimal at heart but with a focus on varied big effect and layers. Finance takes a journey into classic house samples but also with a touch of Jungle flavour. Keeping it minimal, Prophyros has crafted an interesting intelligent piece with a nice warm bassline and airy layers. The next piece on the EP is ‘Never’.

Kicking off with light organ and light percussive clicks Porphyros beings in a wistful melody and happy Garage beat line. Keeping in line with the Porphyro flavour, ‘Never’ is true to the sounds with an organic but has a distinctive sunshine vibe.

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