claire rousay has announced a new album, The Bloody Lady, which is set for release on November 8 via VIERNULVIER Records. It features the reimagined score rousay wrote for Viktor Kubal’s 1980 animated film of the same name, which she debuted at Videodroom/Film Fest Gent 2023 in Ghent, Belgium. The record is accompanied by an extensive booklet including film stills and liner notes by Rastislav Steranka and Wouter Vanhaelemeesch.
Based on the folktale of Elisabeth Bathory, The Bloody Lady follows the story of a Slovak noblewoman who murders hundreds of young women in order to stay youthful. “The actions surrounding the heart are pivotal in the film, and, along with its heartbeat, they formed the initial pulse of the score,” rousay shared..
Listen to ‘VIII’ below.
Tracklist
A1. i A2. ii A3. iii A4. iv A5. v B1. vi B2. vii B3. viii B4. ix B5. x B6. xi
VIERNULVIER will release The Bloody Lady on November 8, 2024
Sdban Records presents the first single from its forthcoming archival release ‘Dusko Goykovich – Doo’s Blues: The 1967 Belgian Radio Recordings.’
A signature Goykovich composition, The Wedding March of Alexander the Macedonian is an iconic example of Balkan jazz, the sub style that Dusko pioneered in the 1960s and perfected throughout his career. Those familiar with his oeuvre might recognise the tune from the landmark and much sought- after Swinging Macedonia album, but will be surprised by this newly discovered funky and swinging rendition that stars Goykovich alongside Belgian vibraphonist Fats Sadi.
This first single is taken from the forthcoming compilation ‘Doo’s Blues: The 1967 Belgian Radio Recordings’, a collection of previously unreleased tracks from two recording sessions Goykovich did for BRT (Belgian Radio & TV). It captures the Serbian jazz trumpeter, composer and band leader at the moment he established himself as one of Europe’s most distinctive jazz artists.
Doo’s Blues was compiled by Lander Lenaerts. Lander’s a DJ and writer who plays an important part in documenting the rich jazz history Belgium has to offer.
Doo’s Blues: The 1967 Belgian Radio Recordings is set for release via Sdban on 8 November 2024.
The project is out on November 29th via the Berghain residents’ new label, LAYER.
Out on November 29th, LAYER ONE eschews the techno both artists are known for in favour of IDM, ambient and experimental flavours. Flowdan and Coby Sey feature as guest vocalists. The project will be released through Klock and Mohem’s new label, LAYER.
LAYER ONE isn’t first time that the Berghain residents have collaborated on the production front. In 2022, they put out joint EP Klockworks 34via Klock’s Klockworks label.
Listen to “Clean Slate (feat. Coby Sey).”
Tracklist
A1. Ultimately (feat. Coby Sey) A2. Escape Velocity B1. Restrained B2. Nothing Else B3. Our Sector (feat. Flowdan) C1. The Vanishing C2. Clean Slate (feat. Coby Sey) D1. Rest Assured D2. The Machine D3. Melatonin
LAYER will release LAYER ONE on November 29th, 2024.
Emerging from over a year of creative hibernation following their debut album, Stavroz‘s upcoming EP Kick Up the Dust jolts them back into action.
The EP flows gently, yet the overall mood of the journey isn’t always easy to pinpoint. There’s a certain vagueness to Stavroz’ sound which allows for bizarre experiments to seep through without interrupting the course. “We like to keep it lightly twisted, like a wink with a frown,” says the band.
In the title track however, Stavroz boldly steers towards the heart of the dance floor: efficient, remorseless, powerful, intense and most of all… elegant. Guiding you harmoniously through the club is a delightful duet of trumpet and saxophone, timed perfectly to heal you where it hurts most.
Her Eyes Were Red does what it says on the cover. There’s melancholy – without sadness. Power – without force. Love – without lust. Stavroz’s music possesses a distinct power that feels both natural and organic, never resorting to brute force or aggression. In their own way, the Belgian quartet offers an astonishing journey of saxophone & duduk, supported by broken beats and chopped vocals.
In Dae-El, a track featuring the Brussels-based producer and sound designer Poltrock, ethereal-sounding synths and duduk are combined with ghostly high-pitch distortions. Despite a backbone of muffled beats, the tune has vaporous qualities, reverberations that wobble and tinkle into space – it’s an easy listening experience but in a trippy, spaced-out way. “We’re trying to go for the sweet spot between the couch and the club”.
Adding further depth to their EP, Stavroz collaborates with Brazilian singer and composer Castello Branco in Valente. Here, intimate Sade-like vocals harmonize with rubbery scratches, acoustic guitar, and horn segments, crafting a lush lounge piece that seamlessly balances both relaxation and empowerment, transparency and provocation. It’s a testament to Stavroz’s versatility and their knack for creating music that defies easy definition, leaving listeners eagerly anticipating the next twist and turn in their captivating musical journey.
Tracklist
A1. Stavroz – Kick Up The Dust A2. Stavroz – Her Eyes Were Red B1. Stavroz – Dae-El (Featuring Poltrock) B2. Stavroz – Valente (Featuring Castello Branco)
Moodfamily will release Kick Up The Dust on October 11, 2024
Aiming to nurture innovative talent and push musical boundaries.
One of the leading names in contemporary underground music, Guy J, embarks on a new journey.
Every beginning carries excitement and unpredictability, requiring something extraordinary. Whether rooted in creationism, biblical narratives, or the Big Bang Theory, both theological and scientific origin stories resonate with events echoing millions of years into the future. As a dedicated futurist and sound enthusiast who pushes boundaries akin to science fiction, Guy delivers the first track on his new label with an abstract vision of the layered future of sound.
From the opening patterns till the end, A Million YearsFrom Now offers an adventure, blending moments of free-flowing thought with a perfectly engineered audio collage that evokes a spectrum of abstract emotions-from melancholia and psychedelia to breathless excitement and, ultimately, pure euphoria. The layered creativity transcends realism, leading listeners into a state of trance. The second piece, Just Rain, kicks off with a bass-heavy, pumping kick drum that vibrates speakers on any sound system.
However, Guy J transforms this from a rhythm-based track into a melodic epic. Its power lies in the seamless transitions and manipulation of effects and in the compositional structure that evolves over the eight-minute arrangement. Despite its subtle atmosphere, the melody culminates in an explosion of emotions that stimulate every frequency of the audible sound spectrum.
This 15-minute preview of Guy J’s forward-thinking, innovative work indicates a promising future for his label. Experience the birth and transformation of a new era in sound from day one!
Tracklist
A. Guy J – Million Years from Now B. Guy J – Just Rain
Early Morning will release Million Years from Now on October 10, 2024
Postpunk Theory is a meticulously curated compilation by the legendary Tony Thorpe, known for his work with The Moody Boys, 400 Blows, and The KLF. These classic tracks were played at parties by Thorpe at the time, making them his personal classics. The compilation features 16 rare and sought-after tracks from the post-punk era, including works by Mark Stewart and The Maffia, Basement 5, 23 Skidoo and more.
Defining post-punk is no easy task. While punk was defined by a raw, rebellious simplicity, post-punk (1978-1986) expanded into a diverse array of sounds and ideas. It maintained punk’s independent spirit but embraced experimentation, incorporating influences from various musical and cultural traditions, resulting in a movement far more eclectic and fragmented than its predecessor.
At its core, post-punk broke away from traditional rock structures, blending genres like industrial, goth, and punk-funk with emerging dance music cultures. This era’s spirit of innovation and defiance against musical norms continues to inspire, making post-punk a pivotal moment in music history that defies easy categorization.
Growing up in a vibrant musical environment in South London, Thorpe was deeply influenced by the eclectic sounds around him, from jazz-funk to Brit-Funk, and later, the post-punk records he discovered. As Thorpe recalls, “Post-punk was a mishmash of different cultures and ideas. Out of post-punk came dance music culture. That period was the most creative time because the culture was in its experimental phase.” This compilation captures that innovative spirit, offering a glimpse into the era that shaped Thorpe’s musical journey.
The album comes as a limited 2xLP set, accompanied by an extensive 40-page fanzine. The fanzine, written by Matt Annis (Join The Future), dives deep into the post-punk movement, offering insight and context enriched with striking photographs by Simon Pyke and Ian Brodie.
Tracklist
A1. Basement 5 – Silicon Chip A2. Disconnection – Bali Ha’i (US Discomix) A3. A Certain Ratio – Shack Up A4. 23 skidoo – Language B1. PIL – Home Is Where The Heart Is B2. Mark Stewart And The Maffia – Jerusalem B3. The Unknown Cases – Masimbabele (The Original Version) B4. Allez Allez – She’s Stirring Up (Dub) C1. Animal Magic – Standard Man C2. Lifetones – Distance No Object C3. Snakefinger – I Gave Myself To You C4. Startled Insects – Overrzoom D1. Maximum Joy – Silent Street / Silent Dub D2. African Head Charge – Throw It Away D3. EP-4 – Tide Gauge D4. 400 Blows – Declaration Of Intent
Musique Pour La Danse will release Tony Thorpe presents Postpunk Theory – Alpha α on October 25, 2024