#60 Feat. New Releases in Techno (Raw / Deep / Hypnotic)

This sixteenth release in the core Knowledge Imprint catalogue marks an important milestone (a good 7+ years after its inception) as it welcomes the first solo EP by a South African producer other than the label owner himself. Justyn Nell has already been making waves in his own right with releases on prominent labels and performances at well-respected venues across the globe. So, it is with great delight that he joins the label roster for a strong 4-tracker like only he can do. The A-side is occupied by Erebus and Obsidian, both of which have the distinct character of Justyns more tool-oriented techno production style. With sharp synths, hypnotic loops, precision percussions and classic call-response tension, these are tracks that are made for peak dance floor moments - no frills, no fuss. On the other hand, the B-sides Perceived Depth and Solstice show a different side to Justyns usual stylistic tropes. Make no mistake, youll still get a full dose of techno, but this time with more hypnotic and emotive qualities that reveal a welcomed development in the artists sonic palette.

Justyn Nell