It takes something special to make interesting electro-house in today’s jam-packed, ever-evolving electronic music environment, but Berlin’s Magnum 38 has managed to do so in a big way. His latest EP is comprised entirely of noise-influenced electro that takes its emotional feel—not to mention plenty of samples—from the almighty doyenne of nightlife, Grace Jones. “Slave” utilizes cut-up vocal samples from “Slave to the Rhythm” above a crunchy, hissy beat and some surprisingly ethereal backing synths. Though some of Jones’ fans might not appreciate the reworking of her clarion voice, many more are sure to be blasting this beast into the winter.

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