The newest release from ambient electronic netlabel, Cut Records, is from Thefft. It seems the artist has been brewing underground for awhile and now he's ready to show off his skills with his EP, The Primer.

Much of the hype is warranted though as the album skillfully intertwines beats, bass and synths to create a delightful fusion fit for some good old dancing in a bar or club.

The man behind all the glorious beats is Jack Robertson aka. Thefft. Although he's not a full newcomer, he's definitely making the rounds this time and causing a stir. Born in London, he's currently based there in New York and hangs out in New York whenever he gets a break, creating and producing sonic tracks that are worthy of a listen.

Opening with No Match for She, the song is a great sample of what you can expect from the artists' sound. It's filled with a catchy rhythm and various bits and bobs that make it refreshing to listen to. Whether you play it in a jam packed dancefloor or simply listen to it over your headphones, you get this distinct sound that's easy to like.

It's followed by Gammy Crazy, an eclectic mix of synths and samples topped with a good bass beat. The short 3-track EP is then finished off by Stares, which starts off with various clicks before slowly transforming into a sculpture of sound.

Overall, it's one short record to check out. Thefft definitely has a knack for creating a fresh spin on traditional electronic beats; making you want to check out more of his work. You can grab most of his works right over at his BandCamp page.

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The album is a solo debut from a talented Toronto based musician Sunclef who, with his minimal yet surprisingly powerful tunes, brings us what is extremely hard to find amidst the many thousands of electronic releases out there - quality production.

The TesserAct, currently being offered as a 'free/pay what you want' download on Bandcamp, is a collection of five tracks from the artist. It starts off with Droski, a cut filled with hip hop nodding elements and excellent electronic beats that will keep you on your very toes. Catch A Drift is by no means different; it's catchy beats create a unique musical scale movement full of blossoming energetic synths, perfect for those new car sound system you have been dying to try out.

The Tesser?ct by Sunclef

But not all of the tracks are a clear cut electronic pieces, so if you are looking for even more substance head straight to Samolero with it's unique and gorgeous Spanish/latino strings taking over the first part of this instrumental gem.

All in all, The TesserAct is a great, not-to-be-missed, debut album. So give it a go and dive deep into your own electronic dream.

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Sunclef Official Website
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Brewing on the underground European scene for some time now, Aucan are finally gearing up to make themselves heard. This trio has shared the stage with some of the several notable performers like Placebo, Tricky, Steve Aoki, Antipop, Dinosaur Jr. and so much more. They've even played more than 300 gigs in various venues all across Europe.

Mixing ambient dubstep with some generous helping of electronic triphop; Aucan is one of those bands that capture your attention from the moment you take a listen.

Black Rainbow is the third release from the group and features a more refined yet still very catchy hypnotic electronic dub.

Their previous releases include DNA EP (2010) which was a bit more darker compared to their first self-titled release. In Black Rainbow, the boys go deeper into electronica while infusing hip hop and trippy dub into the mix.

Opening track, Blurred (Extended Version) features the hauntingly sweet voiced singer, Angela Kinczly. As opening track, it can be a bit misleading for fans who expect the rest of the compilation to exude a Sneaker Pimps/Portishead electronic pop after hearing this first cut. The rest of the compilation is actually much heavier and lean more on ambient dub with a rock alternative edge. If anything, the first 2 or 3 songs are the closest you'll find electronic pop in the record, the rest is pure rocking, bass-thumping goodness.

Cuts like Storm and Embarque take you into a deeper, experimental route. These two songs also stand on opposite sides of the poles. Storm features heavy bass and a synth trippy beat while Embarque, is exclusively composed of melodic acoustic, low key stringed instruments. Both of the songs have their own feel and the clever mix of instruments, various bits as well as beats are quite easy to get lost in.

Although the entire album is a haven of pure triphop, electronica (even melodic) pop, it's the wonderful and dark corners of the record that seals the deal for me. Away! is among my favorite tracks. When I first heard it, I immediately thought of Asian Dub Foundation during their Fortress Europe rein, only to find out in the liner notes that they indeed have a former member of ADF, Spex MC, help them out with the cut.

Overall, this is one album that's definitely made its way to my favorites list this year. It has a little something to satisfy different music lovers' taste, from a pop, hip hop to pure electronica and dub; Black Rainbow is certainly a record that deserves attention. Take a listen.

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Testing out new waters in their latest EP,  London native John Purcell from Azoora, has teamed up with the sweet voiced Montreal siren, Graciellita, for this new compilation.

Apart, is the 7th EP released under the band's name. The record incorporates the resident electronic, trip hop sound of Azoora with the angelic voiced singer's lovely and fresh vocals.

There's an atmosphere of softness as well as one of brooding intensity present in this 5-track compilation. With beautiful piano accompaniments, lush loops and catchy beats floating in the cuts; the record is an easy candidate for your favorites list.

Azoora is one of those acts that'll change your mind about trip hop and electronica even if you aren't particularly fond of the genre. Their sound is reminiscent of the heydays of Brit dub and triphop during the middle to late 90s.  With their latest album, this intriguing sound is still quite prominent and more likable then ever.

Azoora feat. Graciellita "Episodes" Apart by FrostClick

Accompanied by the fresh vocals of Graciellita, songs like, Motionless, gain a whole other dimension. The song features lush instrument work, with sounds emanating from all four corners. Thanks to Graciellita's vocals seamlessly flowing in between the rich textures, the cut becomes an instant favorite and perfectly opens up the compilation. Second track, Episodes, is more moody. Azoora's sound is a bit more darker on this one but it still manages to enchant listeners.

The last two tracks, Ugly Weather and Bit By Bit, are also more intense compared to the opener. Ugly Weather starts with a brooding sound then slowly introduces a hypnotic and dark drum beat. Graciellita's vocals add a whimsical touch to this otherwise meditative single. On the other hand, Bit By Bit, caps off the record with the same moodiness and reflective vibe as the former. Out of  all the cuts, this song is one where Graciellita's voice closely echoes Kelli Dayton from the Sneaker Pimps. Even the entire atmosphere of the song somewhat reminds of the old trip hop crew.

Overall, Azoora has created a compilation that both pushes their original sound while still retaining the charisma that attracted their fans in the first place. With the addition of female vocals, their sound sounds richer in a lot of ways. The band and Graciellita are definitely two genuine artists and together they've created an awesome trip hop record worth raving about.

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Azoora on 23 Seconds Record Label
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Azoora on Jamendo
Azoora on SoundClick
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A little different from what we usually feature here in Frostclick, Join The Circle by Aor Agni is a full-on, electronic, ambient/chillout compilation that chillout music lovers will surely enjoy.

Although there's not much online about the artist except that they're from France, the music speaks for itself.

Join The Circle beautifully combines meditative beats and soothing, moody yet sporadic lyrics; perfectly capturing a relaxing mood. Formed back in 2003, the group makes use of several samples on this record, including songs from Central Station and Freesound Project.

Listening to the entire record is actually quite relaxing. Starting with, Allez Ma' Africa, the song easily sets the pace for the listener. It also provides a nice overview of what most can expect from the record. On the other hand, Bangalore Flavours incorporates nice percussions and an overall ethnic vibe. I love how it sounds like a special ritual dance soundtrack by some forgotten tribe.

Adding a touch of whimsy, Last Call, has a short 8-bit run near the end of the track. The song is  mostly a moody mix of synths, bass, hand claps with the occasional spoken word.  It's finally capped off with a nature-infused cut titled, Ybran The Shaman. The longest track on the record, it spans 8 minutes. Much of it features animal sounds, which provide a sonic experience for listeners. It's like taking a walk in a wooded forest with nothing but nature sounds all around you.

Overall, the record is definitely interesting. It's a calming, relaxing piece you can listen to for meditation or if you're looking for something unobtrusive to become the soundtrack to your day. You can grab the free download right from Jamendo.

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Listening to Astma is like going on a really weird and wacky ride. It's filled with noises, words, and layers upon layers of sound that you can't make out of. Despite all this chaos, there is an awesome gem hiding inside.

There Will Be a McDonald's is a complicated mixture of sound that even some noise rockers might not get. The duo behind this eclectic cacophony is drummer and vocalist, Olga Nosova (Motherfathers), and industrial/electronic maestro, Alexei Borisov.

They first teamed up for the effort back in 2009 and since then have collaborated with various artists, poets & musicians to create a unique studio as well as live experience. 

This talented and unpredictable duo perform improvise music while onstage so the audience can never expect the same thing twice. Their unpredictability and unusual sound make this a delight for noise rockers everywhere.

You don't really need song titles to distinguish the tracks because chances are you won't be able to tell one part as it bleeds and coalesces through to the next track. There Will Be a Mcdonald's is essentially one giant track separated by thoughtful pauses. It's this sense of unity that also brings the album together.

As mentioned, the songs are a hodge podge of instruments, synths, spoken word, samples, electroacoustics, tons of noise and so much more that it's hard to keep up with all of them. Your best bet is to sit back and enjoy all the craziness that ensues and enjoy the mastery of Alexei along with the hard rockin beats of Nosova.

It might be a bit tough to take in all at once for some, but it is an amazing record that's should be worth looking into. The compilation is available as a free download under a creative commons license.

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Ne:o is a German band that mixes a whole lot of genres to create an essentially artistic piece of work. The group recently released a live performance compilation to cap off their  German tour last 2009. It wasn't meant to be the last group performance but until today it remains to be seen whether the guys will be getting back together or not.

The album is available at Aaahh Records as well as on Internet Archive. Ne:o played songs from previous albums, âne:omuzicâ, âmusikkritikâ and the critically acclaimed, âillojâ. Listening to this band is like taking a wonderful, psychedelic music trip where you encounter layers and layers of sound as well as instruments that beautifully harmonize or mingle with each other.

Direkt is a spirited live performance from ne:o. It comes with 8 tracks that is filled with a wonderful mix of rock, electronica, jazz and pop all rolled into one. The album was recorded live at the Thalia cinema in Dresden back in December 2009. It has now become the bands final performance to date and was released as an album in conjunction with tonAtom, a German netlabel, back in May 12th.

Among the songs worth checking out include opening track, inn, which is a bluesy, prog/electronic love affair. Even if you consider yourself a bystander when it comes to electronic experimental music; it's not difficult to appreciate this one. There's a deftness and inherent balance that makes this song very enjoyable. Also, to achieve such precision in replicating their songs on a live set, is quite remarkable. Another great track is the upbeat, jazz pop cut, Je lieber. I love the retro disco vibe of the song. It definitely adds a sense of fun without going cheesy on the track.

Overall, the compilation is pretty intriguing. There are countless songs that you can enjoy even if you aren't really a fan of electro/electronic pop music. The amazing thing is that this compilation was performed live. It adds to a whole new depth and showcases the amount of talent these guys have.

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ne:0 on Aaahh Records
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ne:o on Archive.org

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The compilation is putting forward twenty one of the best, exclusive (or at least previously unreleased) tracks just for us. So let's return the favor by turning up the volume.

As previously mentioned, the first track, Roll Upon You Like by XLII, is setting on to welcome us to the experience by showcasing it's incredibly rich synths and vocal snippets adding that missing hip-hop element. But the incredible computer generated synths are only a mere beginning. So if you are on the lookout for more, be sure to check out the cut by Greymatter with the wonderful feel of the Caribbean weaved into the more modern electronic sounds, ambient influenced little treat by Elroy 4.0, and the beautifully integrated jazz instruments in the Negro-Orgen.

Probably one of the best features of this release is the fact that it introduces us to the whole new array of talented artists, some of which, I hope, will stay put as part of your permanent musical collection. But aside from being armed in some great sounding tracks, the download comes with a great little bonus in a form of a booklet full of info on the musicians and a little showcase of art by some really incredible visual artists.

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Oscillations on Jus Like Music Records
Oscillations on Bandcamp
Oscillations on Let's Get Digital

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Showcasing talented artists such as Mecca:83, B Lewis, Benny Tones & Mara TK, tom2k, and Ghost, Galaxy Junktion promises to bring in some refreshing beats for just about any type of electronic music lover out there.

The compilation starts off with a more chill sounds of B Lewis. When The Wise Men Fall brings together hip-hop beats, computer generated electronic delight, and RnB influenced vocals. This surprisingly great sounding combination of genres is perfect for spicing up your long day at work and is also visible in other cuts, one of which is Nevermind by previously mentioned Benny Tones & Mara TK.

But aside from great sounding vocals and more chill overtones of the first two tracks, Galaxy Junktion brings us some quality and strictly electronic influenced music; Superbored in Space is one of such tracks. The cut takes us on one amazing journey through the fields of dynamic synths and flawlessly executed beats that will make you tap your fingers for the entire three minutes and forty six seconds. Bleeper, on the other hand, will bring you, alongside with some spicy techno synths and all other electronic greatness you often expect, a unique and gorgeous ambient finish.

Although the main aim of Junktion is to promote musicians from New Zealand, home country and birtplace of the collective, Galaxie Junktion (released on May 15th) also features tracks by various electronic acts from North and South America, Europe and Australia. This fourth in a series compilation (check out bandcamp for previous releases) brings us some quality sounds that should not be missed - so go ahead and get your free download!

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Eskaei is actually the one-man crew of Stefanos Kourtis. This talented artist has been making his own mix of eclectic electronic hip hop; skilfully creating a lush soundscape filled and inspired by hip hop music.

Stefanos is also the brainchild for netlabel, Memory Format. He started it around 2006. He has released several songs as well as compilations using different monikers in various netlabels.

As Eskaei, he focuses more on his love for "electronically generated sounds", creating a wonderful hodgepodge of elements that are both pleasant, complex yet easy to relax to.

Starting with the spacey sounding, Debrief, the song exudes a video game 8 bit sound that's mixed with a super cool electronic dub. Flairy (The Mishap), on the other hand, brilliantly combines synths with a moody atmosphere. It's like going through a dark tunnel and being enveloped in nothing but beats and sounds. One of those tracks you could easily get lost in.

The third song from the promo compilation is Fragmentation. Like the other cuts, the song flows seamlessly. It's a track of exploration, letting listeners discover the various sounds that swirl through the song.

Even though the compilation is a bit short, it's definitely worth checking out. All of the songs are pretty solid and resonate an amazingly cool vibe.

Eskaei has been making electronic music since 1997. He has also contributed to several other projects dealing with "sound production, including sound editing & mixing for TV, composition for theatrical plays and music making."

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Eskaei on Last FM

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