The Avalanches Drop New Album; Hear it in Full Now

Following an unprecedented amount of hype and anticipation, Australian act The Avalanches have decided to release a stream of their forthcoming album, Wildflower, a week in advance of its official release date.

The group’s first album in 16 years, the 22-track album features collaborations with Father John Misty, Danny Brown, Toro Y Moi, and MF Doom. Having already gotten a taste of their funky, laid-back LP cut “Subways” as well as the nightmarish tune “Frankie Sinatra,” which was met with feelings of widespread distaste, the real question becomes this. Will this album live up to the monumental amount of fuss it has created for itself? Listen below and figure it out for yourself.

You can stream Wildflower below via Apple Music (only in the US).

Pre-order the album from The Avalanches’ online store.

Vakula Cyclicality Between Procyon and Gomeisa

For someone who’s only been putting out records since 2008, Mikhaylo Vityuk has an astonishingly broad range of releases to his name. The Ukrainian artist from the northern city of Konotop, named Vakula, has built a reputation like few others in the region.

He’s unloosed 12” singles, EPs, albums and compilations through respected underground imprints Firecracker, Archipel and Uzuri — bold, experimental house, techno and electronic tracks more concerned with artistic expression than being the latest club fodder. This is his fourth album in an idiosyncratic catalog, landing on the increasingly essential Dutch Dekmantel label, and follows Dedicated to Jim Morrison, for his own Leleka stable, a tribute to The Doors singer and self-styled mystic.

As you might expect, Cyclicality Between Procyon and Gomeisa is experimental too (especially with a title like that). Borne out of improvisation sessions, as its moniker suggests, in places it’s composed of lots of little loops that interlace and fold into each other, while in others his musicianship and command of more dancefloor friendly forms come to the fore.

The first half is mostly ambient. The title cut is reminiscent of Global Communication or Reload, a cosmic head-trip of gently undulating tones and melodies that hints at a love of early ’90s Artificial Intelligence releases. “Acteon” is a Balearic piece, a little like Tangerine Dream’s “Love on a Real Train,” while “Flying Over the Sirius” and “Dim White Dwarf” are self-indulgent exercises that aren’t especially enjoyable. That’s the danger when you allow your improv tendencies to run free, we suppose. “Double Star System,” with its gorgeous guitar twangs, subtle bass and synth oscillations is beautiful, though.

It’s in its second half that the album really hits its stride. “Deep Motivation” heads to the very farthest reaches of dub techno, “8600 km Radius” has a funked up electronic bassline, 4/4 beat and subtle touches of jazz piano, cosmic riffs twinkling in the backdrop, “Intergalactic Funk” is a live band disco cut that does just what you’d hope it would, “Gomeisa Blues” is more like psychedelic folk artist John Martyn on an Echoplex mission, and “Tommasi Planet” is sublime. Most of Cyclicality Between Procyon and Gomeisa is unquestionably great, and the kind of music you can return to again and again. If you’re happy to skip a few tracks, there’s gold to be found in these hills.

Cyclicality Between Procyon and Gomeisa is scheduled for release on July 4. Pre-order from the Dekmantel store and check out snippets below.

Tracklisting:
01. Cyclicality Between Procyon And Gomeisa
02. Acteon
03. Flying Over The Sirius
04. Dim White Dwarf
05. Takahashi E-180
06. Double Star System
07. Overcoming Distance
08. Deep Motivation
09. 8600 km Radius
10. Intergalactic Funk
11. Gomeisa Blues
12. Tommasi Planet
13. 11.41 Light Years
14. Sensei Revelation

Jamie xx Shares Mind-Blowing New Video

Jamie Smith (a.k.a. Jamie xx) has shared a new video for his track “Gosh.”

“Gosh” is lifted from Smith’s 2015 album, In Colour. Last year, Erik Vernquist, a digital artist from Stockholm, Sweden, put together a video for the track. Now, a year on, Romain Gavras has directed a new accompaniment to the track. Gavras is probably best known for directing the controversial video to M.I.A.’s “Born Free,” as well as the more recent “Bad Girls.”

The new video for “Gosh” is available to stream now via iTunes. Check out the original below.

Johannes Motschmann ‘Echoes and Drones’

Berlin-based composer Johannes Motschmann (who studied composition, piano and electronic music; and has already written works for large orchestra) has now combined those two longstanding German traditions, electronic and classical music, on his album Electric Fields.

Drawing influences from Tangerine Dream and Brian Eno, Motschmann (accompanied by multi-percussionist David Panzl and Boris Bolles) took written scores into a studio and recorded live sessions that overflow with energy and emotion.

Ahead of the album’s August 19 release on the highly revered German label Neue Meister, “Echoes and Drones” has been made available as one of today’s free downloads below.

Tracklisting:

01. Skywhite
02. Parhelia
03. Echoes and Drones
04. Flow Expansion
05. Rotor
06. Headland
07. Electric Fields
08. Tenebrae
09. Hidden Tracks

Echoes and Drones

Olaf Stuut Launches Remix Competition

Following the release of his sophomore LP Run on Applescal‘s Atomnation imprint earlier this month, Olaf Stuut has launched a remix competition for his new album’s title track.

Having gained great notoriety for his stellar remixes for artists like Max Cooper and The Acid, Olaf Stuut has offered up the remix file of “Run” for free via his Bandcamp in order to provide one skilled up-and-coming producer with an exciting music career catalyst. The winner of the contest—whose submission will be hand picked by Olaf Stuut—will have his or her track released through Atomnation on an official remix EP.

The competition closes on July 27. The label’s favourite remixes are being announced August 2, and the release of the remix EP is August 19.

Download the assets below!
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You can listen to Olaf Stuut’s “Run” in the player below.

Previous XLR8R downloads from Olaf Stuut:

Download: Olaf Stuut “Suty”
Download: Olaf Stuut “Pareidolia”

Jacktone Newcomer Isabella Delivers a Batch of Hardware-Driven Cuts

Isabella—a Boston-based composer and art student—has released a nine-track LP of gritty, hardware-based tracks through Jacktone Records, entitled Viscous Positions.

As the 15th release on the label’s rapidly expanding discography, her full-length further solidifies the young label’s reputation for maintaining a consistent output of unorthodox, forward-thinking electronic sounds. On Isabella’s label debut, off-kilter compositions move purposefully between a variety of experimental areas. In between the foreboding techno of “Cloying Traces”and the crunchy, 303-driven acid of “Pressing”, the full length pauses intermittently for detours through more atmospheric territory.

Purchase the album or stream it in full via Bandcamp here.

Weekly Selections: Rhonda, Alex Niggemann at Do Not Sit, U.R. Art Festival + DEEP LA

As Independence Day approaches and people gear up for one of the top party weekends of the year, the sheer amount of quality events to choose from can be daunting. Make sure you’re prepared for a weekend of patriotic shenanigans by reading up on the best parties in North America with XLR8R’s handy Independence Day Weekend Guide.

On Friday, seminal pansexual party promoter A Club Called Rhonda returns to San Francisco for a nightlong takeover at the renowned venue Mezzanine. The party will feature headlining sets from Andy Butler of Hercules & Love Affair and the iconic DJ Harvey, as well as Rhonda residents Goddollars and Paradise. Following the affair on Friday night, the Rhonda crew will venture back to its home base of Los Angeles, bringing with them Andy Butler who will play the ‘Rhondesia’ pool party series at Skybar at the Mondrian Hotel on July 3. Support for Butler will be provided by Trinidad-Senolia, Masha, Roy Dank, and Rhonda’s residents.

On Saturday, the rising Miami club Do Not Sit On The Furniture, which has quickly become a favorite of Miami nightlife due to its intimate vibes and stellar bookings, will host the Poker Flat favorite and AEON founder Alex Niggemann for a night of forward-thinking house and techno. Niggemann will be supported by local artist and Do Not Sit regular Alan Epps.

And on Sunday, U.R. Art Festival returns to Bergamot Station in Santa Monica. The festival’s second edition of the season will feature a headlining performance from All Day I Dream favorite Hoj, who will play alongside Clint Stewart of Second State and WXC—the newest project from Luke Cheadle and John Wander. The festival has also announced a special guest performance from LA techno powerhouse John Tejada. Attendees can expect an afternoon of top-notch music, sunshine, and family-friendly activities including yoga, live art, fashion, and more. You can buy tickets to U.R. Art Festival through XLR8R by going here.

For those looking to continue their Fourth of July celebration after the festival ends, U.R. Art has partnered with DEEP LA for its official after party at Townhouse in Venice, which will feature basement sets from Patricio, Big Cee, and DEEP’s own Marques Wyatt, as well as performances from Ricardo Torres and KCRW’s Jeremy Sole in the “DEEP Lounge” upstairs. Tickets for DEEP’s “InDEEPenDANCE Day” after party can be purchased through XLR8R by going here.

To search events in your city or to submit a new event, visit our events page. XLR8R ticketing platform is available for events in the US and internationally, interested promoters can get in touch here.

FRIDAY JULY 1

Native Alien Contact

Miracle Springs Resort & Spa – Desert Hot Springs, CA, US

July 1 – July 4

Astropolis #22

Astropolis #22 – Brest, France

July 1 @ 2:00 pm – July 4 @ 5:00 am

Damian Lazarus, Sarah Myers, Mazi R; Sticky Fingers at Flash

Flash – Washington, DC, US

July 1 @ 8:00 pm – July 2 @ 5:00 am

“You Are Here (aka Trouble Maze) | Prefuse 73, Brian DeGraw (DJ Set), Eulogy, Arto indsay, ZS, Loren Connors, Excepter DJs “

Knockdown Center – Queens, NY, US

July 1 @ 8:00 pm – July 2 @ 2:00 am

A CLUB CALLED RHONDA San Francisco w/ DJ Harvey, Andy Butler, Goddollars & Paradise

Mezzanine – San Francisco, CA, US

July 1 @ 9:00 pm – July 2 @ 3:00 am

Anthony Parasole / Lena Willikens / Sevron

Smartbar – Chicago , IL, US

July 1 @ 10:00 pm – July 2 @ 4:00 am

Outspoken invites Carlo Lio (Sci+Tec) & Guests

Couture – Hollywood, CA, US

July 1 @ 10:00 pm – July 2 @ 3:00 am

Questlove – Extended DJ Set

1015 Folsom – San Francisco, CA, US

July 1 @ 10:00 pm – July 2 @ 2:00 am

UNER

Verso – San Francisco, US

July 1 @ 10:00 pm – July 2 @ 2:00 pm

No Place Like… House of Yes // Troy Pierce // Heartthrob

House of Yes – Brooklyn, NY, US

July 1 @ 10:00 pm – July 2 @ 4:00 am

Rave of Thrones: Kristian Narn AKA Hodor at Cielo

Cielo – New York, NY, US

July 1 @ 10:00 pm – July 2 @ 4:00 am

Oceanvs Orientalis at Do Not Sit On The Furniture

Do Not Sit On The Furniture – Miami , FL, US

July 1 @ 10:00 pm – July 2 @ 5:00 am

SATURDAY JULY 2

Love Family Park

Messepark – Mainz, Germany

July 2

AWAY

://about blank – Berlin, Berlin, Germany

July 2 @ 12:00 am – July 3 @ 12:00 am

International Fiasco! FREE before 11pm

House of Yes – Brooklyn, NY, US

July 2 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

La Vibe l Special Guest l

Le Jardin – Los Angeles, CA, US

July 2 @ 10:00 am – July 3 @ 3:00 am

Wicked Delight feat. The Knocks

Skybar at the Mondrian – West Hollywood, CA, US

July 2 @ 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm

HYTE Festival NYC

Secret Brooklyn Location – Brooklyn, NY, US

July 2 @ 4:00 pm – July 4 @ 6:00 am

Flash and Desert Hearts pres. City Hearts: The Endless Summer Tour at Flash

Flash – Washington, DC, US

July 2 @ 8:00 pm – July 3 @ 5:00 am

Mark de Clive-Lowe * Andrew Emil * Luis Baro b2b Dimitri Max

Smartbar – Chicago , IL, US

July 2 @ 10:00 pm – July 3 @ 5:00 am

David Morales + David Harness

Verso – San Francisco, CA, Select a Country:

July 2 @ 10:00 pm – July 3 @ 2:00 am

The Black Lodge: Fanon Flowers, Michael Walsh, DJ Mathiz, Force Placement & kosmik

Hyperion Tavern – Los Angeles, CA, US

July 2 @ 10:00 pm – July 3 @ 3:00 am

Inception presents Sian | Technasia | Harvey McKay | JIA

Exchange LA – Los Angeles, CA, US

July 2 @ 10:00 pm – July 3 @ 6:00 am

Forward Disco presents Residents Night – Sean Cormac & Chili Davis Alan Morehouse John Cacc at Cielo

Cielo – New York, NY, US

July 2 @ 10:00 pm – July 3 @ 4:00 am

Alex Niggemann at Do Not Sit On The Furniture

Do Not Sit On The Furniture – Miami , FL, US

July 2 @ 10:00 pm – July 3 @ 5:00 am

Patterns with Marshall Jefferson and Jayda G

Patterns – Brighton, United Kingdom

July 2 @ 11:00 pm – July 3 @ 4:00 pm

Wavvvy

Backbar – Washington DC, DC, Select a Country:

July 2 @ 11:00 pm – July 3 @ 3:00 am

Stimming – Alpe Lusia Album Release Tour

Sugarfactory – Amsterdam, Netherlands

July 2 @ 11:55 pm – July 3 @ 5:00 am

SUNDAY JULY 3

La Vibe ll 1yr l Radio Slave l Tube & Berger l Uner ll

Le Jardin – Los Angeles, CA, US

July 3 @ 4:00 am – July 4 @ 3:00 am

RHONDESIA w/ Andy Butler, Trinidad-Senolia, Roy Dank, Masha, Goddollars & Paradise

Skybar at Mondrian – Hollywood , CA, US

July 3 @ 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

U.R. Art July 3rd

Bergamont Station – Santa Monica, CA, Select a Country:

July 3 @ 1:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Piknic Électronik MTL #8 – Louisahhh, Lena Willikens, Moonstarr, Odile Myrtil, Sweet Daddy Luv

Piknic Électronik – Montréal, QC, Canada

July 3 @ 2:00 pm – 9:30 pm

MATTE & Crew Love Present: Summer Love

La Marina – New York, NY, US

July 3 @ 2:00 pm – July 4 @ 1:00 am

SPIRIT FORWARD! First-Ever Indoor/Outdoor Playfully Patriotic Independence Day Celebration

The Chapel – San Francisco, CA, US

July 3 @ 4:00 pm – July 4 @ 12:00 am

Ryan Crosson [Visionquest] at Do Not Sit On The Furniture

Do Not Sit On The Furniture – Miami , FL, US

July 3 @ 7:00 pm – July 4 @ 5:00 am

DEEP pres “Venice Gets Deep” for InDEEPenDANCE (Official U.R. ART Afterparty) feat MARQUES WYATT, PATRICIO, BIG CEE, JEREMY SOLE & RICARDO TORRES

Townhouse – Venice, CA, US

July 3 @ 8:00 pm – July 4 @ 2:00 am

Sound Presents “Sounds Like” with Trent Cantrelle & Shanto

Sound Nightclub – Hollywood, CA, US

July 3 @ 9:00 pm – July 4 @ 3:00 am

Deep Space: Theo Parrish & Francois K at Cielo

Cielo – New York, NY, US

July 3 @ 9:00 pm – July 4 @ 4:00 am

Underground Resistance v Queen! with Timeline [LIVE] / John Collins / Mark Flash / Wajeed / Derrick Carter / Michael Serafini / Garrett David

Smartbar – Chicago , IL, US

July 3 @ 10:00 pm – July 4 @ 4:00 am

Jon Phonics ‘Seeta’

Under his Jon Phonics alias, Jonathan Phoenix has seen a meteoric rise in acclaim since the late 2000s that has positioned him as one of the UK’s most capable hip-hop producers. Since the 2014 release of his White Neckle EP, a heavyweight four-tracker that spoke to an impressive instrumental versatility, the London-born, Glasgow-based artist has also been diligently at work as a DJ. With a well-received Boiler Room set in 2015 on top of numerous club nights for his Astral Black imprint in the rear view, Jon’s accomplishments on the decks have bolstered his studio work significantly.

Today’s download comes from Letters To Home, his most recent full-length. Entitled “Seeta” (perhaps a reference to the track’s Bollywood samples), Phoenix here offers up a succinct, club-ready dose of instrumental grime.

Download via WeTransfer below, and purchase the full LP in a variety of formats here.

Seeta

Premiere: Stream a Dubby House Trip from Leonel Castillio

On July 5, Unlock Recordings will launch the first in its vinyl-only ‘Collaborations’ series, featuring tracks from Leonel Castillio, Jorge Savoretti & Paco Wegmann, Fosky, and Franco Cinelli.

Collaborations 1 will be the first in a trio for Unlock Recordings which was founded in 2004 by Solimano as a way to promote Latin American producers. The four tracks on offer here operate in the deeper realm of house and techno, with razor-sharp percussion, tripped-out delays, and rhythmic synth lines thrown in for good measure.

Ahead of the July 5 release, Unlock Recordings has offered up a full stream of Leonel Castillio’s “Vibraphonistix,” which can be heard via the player above.

Bob Moses Mini-Documentary Charts the Duo’s Rise to Fame

The deeply contemplative sounds of Tom Howie and Jimmy Vallance, known as the duo Bob Moses, continue to gain a substantial following after the release of their debut album Days Gone By on Domino. They have successfully created an ardent and brooding sonic landscape that teeters between the organic and the electronic which lives on the dancefloor in a wholly unique fashion. The Vancouver-born, New York-based duo have just released a mini-documentary titled “Days Gone By – A Bob Moses Story.”

Both Howie and Vallance disclose information about their past relationship in Canada and how a set of bizarre circumstances brought them back together for a musical partnership. You can watch the full video in the player above.

Check out a new acoustic version of Bob Moses’ album cut “Before I Fall” in the player below.

North American Tour Dates:

07/21 – Commonwealth – Calgary, AB
07/22 – Starlite – Edmonton, AB
07/28 – Lollapalooza – Chicago, IL
07/28 – Spy Bar – Chicago, IL
07/31 – HARD Summer Music Festival – Pomona, CA
08/ 06 – Time Festival – Toronto, ON
08/07 – Surf Lodge – Montauk, NY
09/02-09/04 – Bumbershoot Music and Arts Festival – Seattle, WA
09/03 – Commodore – Vancouver, BC
09/04 – Distrikt – Victoria, BC
10/02 – Austin City Limits – Austin, TX
10/09 – Austin City Limits – Austin, TX
10/28-10/30 – Voodoo Experience Music Festival – New Orleans, LA
10/29-10/30 – Suwannee Hulaween – Live Oak, FL

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