The LowDown #51
Fifty-First installment of our weekly newsletter from the Team.
From the Team:
"All I ever wanted, All I ever needed"
This weekend, we’re diving headfirst into a tsunami of new music that’s about to drop harder than your Wi-Fi when you're trying to stream it. This Friday, Chiara Manchia’s EP, “Movement,” is finally here, and it’s got more bangers than a Black Friday sale. And don’t forget the release party on Friday night at TBA Brooklyn – it's going to have enough energy to power Brooklyn. Below are all the links you need to hear, save, buy and come to the party. It’s right next to Peter Lugers so go get yourself a steak and put it on our tab!
Premiere Link (1 track off the EP)
-George (Costanza)
Artist of the Week:
Gareth Cole
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Manchester’s own, Gareth Cole, has established a strong reputation for his dark and hypnotic house music over the past few years, with most recent releases on Sublease making waves on dancefloors.
Now back with Steve Bug’s label for the No Sleep EP, Cole offers three more tracks to excite fans.
The title track is a captivating, trippy piece featuring driving drums and delay-laden stabs and chords. Cole describes his creative process, saying, “I aimed to tell a story through the deep stabs and create dynamic moments in the club without using any recognizable vocals or sounds. I was inspired by the feeling of the stabs, which became the foundation of my track.”
The second track, "Distinction," has a slightly tougher edge while maintaining a similar sound and hypnotic atmosphere. Lastly, "Dynamic" stands out as the deepest of the three, featuring an evolving synth hook that pulls listeners into its groove.
Mentored by German minimal house legend Steve Bug, his deep, looping house tracks have caught the attention of artists like Hot Since 82 and John Digweed. Back in 2022, his debut release on Sublease soared to the top of Beatport's deep house chart, but it was the Signal EP on Bug's Sublease label that marked a turning point in his career. Tracks like "Courage" became hypnotic anthems, captivating clubbers and drawing them into a swirling sound experience. Social media was soon filled with videos of DJs across South America and Europe, including notable names like John Digweed, Dubfire, Danny Howells, and Hot Since 82, showcasing his tracks.
Embracing the idea of "earning your stripes," Gareth's hard work has already resulted in breathtaking showcases at some of the industry's top brands and clubs. With influences from artists like Sasha, John Digweed, Ritchie Hawtin, Dubfire, Sven Vath, and Laurent Garnier, his performances are fueled by explosive energy.
With a rich and diverse musical background, Gareth is at the forefront of creating unforgettable performances. From the US to Europe, and from festivals to clubs, his journey is one to watch.
Deep, dark, and mesmerizing, it is clear that Gareth has found a unique sound. One that will continue to take over dancefloors worldwide for years to come.
-Lint
Event of the Week:
Low End Directive: Chiara Manchia, Eric Louis, Auphoria @TBA Brooklyn
Yeah totally do not come to this event of the week. It definitely will not be filled with amazing tunes by super talented DJs & producers. Supposedly, Auphoria will open from 10pm-12am, Chiara will follow from 12-2am, and then Eric Louis will close it out from 2am-4am. Yeah if you do not want to ask people “where were you for Chiara Manchia’s release party?” you shouldn’t go. Also if you do not want a free t-shirt, definitely do not try to be one of the first 50 people there. However, if you disagree with all of those statements. You definitely SHOULD come. Tickets are below and they selling FAST.
Tickets—> Event of the Week
Mix of the Week:
MicroHertz Radio 006 w/ Archie Hamilton & Ozzie Guven - 02 November 2024
Rinse FM supplies the newest in dancefloor sounds. Check out what’s going on inside the mind of Microhertz boss, Archie Hamilton. Oh, and Ozzie Guven joins the party? Not a second thought but to press play.
New Tracks/EPs/Albums of the Week:
Note: we created a playlist for the New Tracks of the week. It will aggregate all the tracks for the month. Here it is!
Playlist —> The LowDown Top Tracks - November 2024
10. Gareth Cole - “Distinction” [Sublease]
9. Huxley - “Depends” [R-TRYBE]
8. Kepler - “Eclipse” (SAM Remix) [Dark Side Of The Sun]
7. James Juke - “You Control My Pleasure” [Rekids]
6. Marsolo - Sense Of Style [Koltrax]
5. Max Dean - Don’t Stop [Nexup]
4. Jimi Latifi - Hiding [Knee Deep In Sound]
3. Ossie - CRAZE [SuperCali]
2. East End Dubs, Wheats - “Searching” [Solid Grooves]
1. Moby - “Go” (Chris Stussy Remix) [CSS]
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