Gregor Tresher ‎– Quiet Distortion (Break New Soil ‎– BNSCD004)

The latest album by Gregor Tresher, 'Quiet Distortion', was released on Break New Soil in May 2016. An album containing 12 tracks of Techno with hints of Tech-House and Ambient. Groove filled tracks and  highly melodic, which are good for the club as well as for home enjoyment. With this album Gregor Tresher continues to show why he is one of the top Techno producers out there.

Personal favorites from this album are Tyrant, Quite Distortion and Give It All Away. 

 Tracklist
1.  Numb
2.  Surrender
3.  Consistency
4.  Tyrant
5.  Quiet Distortion
6.  Safehouse
7.  The Kraken
8.  Riot Gear
9.  Depend
10. Decades
11. Goliath
12. Give It All Away

A highly recommend album. I rate the music as 10/10.

I like the artwork, artistic and eye catching. Really fits a Techno release. I rate the artwork as 10/10.
The CD version is cased in a digicase, which is good, although I prefer jewel cases because they are more rubust. The new CD case also come sealed in cellophane plastic for added protection against dirt and scratches. I rate the packaging as 9/10.

Gregor Tresher - Quiet Distortion
Label: Break New Soil

I rate the music as 10/10, artwork as 10/10 and packaging as 9/10

James Murray ‎– Eyes To The Height (Ultimae Records ‎– Inre087)

'Eyes To The Height' is the latest Ambient album from James Murray. Released on the label Ultimae Records; a record label synonymous with quality Ambient.

In my humble opinion it is a must to listen to the complete album in one go, since it feels like the narration of a tale or story. The album is a journey, atmospheric and relaxing with a hint of mystery. I was always engaged with the music through out the whole album. Contains some complex and subtle sounds which I found to be best enjoyed with good headphones. My favorite moments along the ten track album were Ghostwalking and the closing track Copestone.

Tracklist
01. The Black And The Grey    
02. Holloways    
03. What Can Be Done    
04. Particles (Part 1)    
05. Eyes To The Height    
06. Ghostwalking    
07. Passing Places    
08. Laterisers    
09. Particles (Part 2)    
10. Copestone 


A very relaxing and enjoyable album. I highly recommend it. I rate the music as 9/10.

The artwork for this release is beautiful, gives a sense of mystery and helps to engage the listener with the music. The CD contained a booklet with stunning photography of woods, trees and nature. I rate the artwork as 10/10.
The CD version is cased in a digicase, which is good, although I prefer jewel cases because they are more rubust. The new CD case also come sealed in cellophane plastic for added protection against dirt and scratches. I rate the packaging as 9/10.

James Murray - Eyes To The Height
Label: Ultimae

I rate the music as 9/10, artwork as 10/10 and packaging as 9/10

Metamatics - Bodypop (Neo Ouija - NEO37)

Lee Norris under the alias Metamatics, released the album Bodypop in November 2016, on the label Neo Ouija. Contains fourteen tracks of Electro with IDM elements and Acid flavoring. The CD is issued as a limited edition of 150 copies. The album contained eleven original compositions and three remixes by Dokun, The Shape, and Ambidextrous.

Listening to the album provided me with a feeling of a mysterious atmosphere like driving on lonely roads at night or with rainy weather. Ambient music elements are highly felt across the tracks, as can be expected from an experienced Ambient producer like Lee Norris. My favorite tracks are Moor Mist and Bodyzip remixed by The Shape. The album was a pleasure to listen to and it is one of those albums that sounds better with multiple listens.

Tracklist
Bodypop    
Image 2 Image    
Op3    
Moor Mist    
Bodyzip    
Midge Image    
Clear The Floor    
Midge Image (Dokun Mix)
Chromazone    
Bodyzip (The Shape Re Shape Mix)
Who Can Do It    
Image 2 Image (Ambidextrous Mix)
Shit Hot Dirt    
Cornish Pasty


I really enjoyed this album and I recommend it. I rate the music as 8/10. The artwork for this release, although not my cup of tea, gives me a sense of mystery or a sinister feeling. I rate the artwork as 7/10.
The CD version is cased in a jewel cases, which is my preferred kind of packaging. The new CD case also come sealed in cellophane plastic for added protection against dirt and scratches. I rate the packaging as 10/10.

Metamatics - Bodypop
Label: Neo Ouija

I rate the music as 8/10, artwork as 7/10 and packaging as 10/10