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Rhian Sheehan – Stories from Elsewhere

Every time I put my head down and write about an album from one of my favourite artists’ I check back to see how many superlatives i’ve already burnt on previous albums and posts, compare the differences, check the evolution and try to get a sense of any new direction the artist may have taken. … Continue reading »

Substrata 1.3 – Help make it happen

Substrata Festival, in Seattle (USA) is hoping to make its third edition come true this July and for anyone even remotely interested in ambient, modern-classical, drone or experimental music, this is one of the only weekend events in the world right now dedicated to these musical styles. It’s especially poignant for me as i’ve sat … Continue reading »

Passing by: Kettel, Kiyoko, Ulrich Schnauss, Nils Frahm, The Black Dog

Kettel – Unreleased 2002-2012 Kettel and Secede’s recent album ‘When Can‘ is still a refreshing listening experience and now the dutch maestro has opened up his unreleased back catalogue for download. Expect all variants of unique electronica in this free 24-track album. More info and download. Kiyoko – Kiyoko EP Synkro and Bering Strait are finally … Continue reading »

Erased Tapes 5th Anniversary Tour at Hackney Empire

I’m not an expert at reviews, especially gig reviews, but on Thursday I was lucky enough to go see the Erased Tapes 5th Anniversary Tour at Hackney Empire in London, and I feel compelled to put down my thoughts after one witnessing a rather special evening. I have to admit, before Thursday’s concert, I wouldn’t … Continue reading »

Passing by: Purl, Blue Bliss, Dan Elliot & Excursion Radio

Purl – Deep Afterhour Nr. 57 A superb mix by long-time Dewtone FM contributor Purl, also known as Alveol. Ludvig combines his own tracks with some of my favourites by bvdub, Jesse Somfay and Gas in this heavily atmospheric ambient/dub-techno mix. If you like this, then try Dustin Morris’ Dewtone mix too. Download Tracklist: 1. … Continue reading »