Masked producer Redshape first appeared on the scene in 2006 and his elegant productions of Detroit-influenced techno had people immediately guessing about the origins of this mystery man. His productions have so far appeared on labels such as Delsin, Music Man, Styrax Leaves and his own outlet Present and have frequently been compared to Carl Craig for their hypnotic hook lines and effective arrangements.
Mucky Bones
(Track 02 on this Album)
is featured in Edition #037:
Our favourites of 2010 - for free until the year ends
Say hello, wave good-bye... As the year draws to a close we look back on our favourite tracks of 2010. more...
Brick Brack
(Track 05 on this Album)
is featured in Podcast #002:
As could be expected from a broad-minded music lover such as Patrick Pulsinger, his zero" exclusive mix shows off his eclectic and acquired taste. From the experimental sounds of Suicide's Martin Rev and electronica hot-shot Karsten Pflum to dubstep by Ital more...
Top 7 in Download Charts of Week #24
Top 4 in Download Charts of Week #22
This Album is featured in Update #019:
Redshape, Actress, Trentemøller
One of the most significant months in many labels' release schedule, the month of May has blessed us with a vast amount of excellent releases.
Flying Lotus' 'Cosmogramma' and Actress' 'Splazsh' weigh in as strong contenders for an Album Of The Year title, more...
Top 1 in Best Rated Releases of Week #21
Mucky Bones
(Track 02 on this Album)
mucky bones is ridding that line between funky techno and edgy house perfectly.
Mucky Bones
(Track 02 on this Album)
it's deep, moving and atmospheric techno from one of the top producers at the moment.
once again stunning, especially drama
The Lesson
(Track 04 on this Album)
Picked!
When it comes to Redshape, we readily admit to our unconditional fandom. Ever since the masked avenger first appeared on the scene, he has been taking the world of techno by its horns and bending its rules to suite his needs.
As indebted his production may be to the sound of Detroit techno, Redshape's style is distinctly his own. His stoic percussions and drifting arrangements have often been likened to Carl Craig, but Redshape's approach is a more physical one, owing more to the immediacy of Tresor's basement floor than to the sophistication of Motor City soul.
That is not to say that 'Red Pack' lacks soul. On the contrary, just like every Redshape record its six tracks are intricately layered and emotional affairs. It is just that its long, meandering tracks frequently offer the possibility to add an extra layer of percussion and open the filters on those sawtooth lines - and Redshape is often ready to oblige for a moment of perfect elation.
Put in contrast to the subtle restraint he exercises over much of his tracks, these slowly building peak-time moments are what makes Redshape's sound great, and 'Red Pack' once again offers plenty of those. Across its six tracks, 'Red Pack' is a wonderful, timeless techno album, which should not be missed out on.
As indebted his production may be to the sound of Detroit techno, Redshape's style is distinctly his own. His stoic percussions and drifting arrangements have often been likened to Carl Craig, but Redshape's approach is a more physical one, owing more to the immediacy of Tresor's basement floor than to the sophistication of Motor City soul.
That is not to say that 'Red Pack' lacks soul. On the contrary, just like every Redshape record its six tracks are intricately layered and emotional affairs. It is just that its long, meandering tracks frequently offer the possibility to add an extra layer of percussion and open the filters on those sawtooth lines - and Redshape is often ready to oblige for a moment of perfect elation.
Put in contrast to the subtle restraint he exercises over much of his tracks, these slowly building peak-time moments are what makes Redshape's sound great, and 'Red Pack' once again offers plenty of those. Across its six tracks, 'Red Pack' is a wonderful, timeless techno album, which should not be missed out on.