New releases today: Electro

Review: Alessio Barletta's BAL EP showcases his versatility within the electronic music spectrum. 'Operation' captivates with its playful electro beats and robotic vocals, while 'Roger' delivers a vibrant and engaging electro house experience. 'Plus Floor' takes a more traditional approach with driving, futuristic house and techno sounds. Perhaps, the EP's highlight, 'Tense Discussion,' adds an eerie melody and acid line, creating an atmospheric and science fiction soundscape. Barletta's masterful production and diverse range of styles make the BAL EP an essential listen for fans of electronic dance music.

Review: Random Factor's 'On The Air' EP is a hugely sought-after classic by those who know. It came on Ralph Lawson's ever-reliable 20/20 Vision and now, as it turns 25 years old, he has decided it is the right time to get it remastered and reissued. 'On The Air' is first up on this fine EP from Carl Finlow and it has serene synths that bring to mind Detroit techno soul over pulsing bass and slick drums. 'Lockdown' has a raw vocoder vocal over punchy drums and twitchy synth stabs and 'Undercurrent' is another weapon that has more than withstood the test of time as it bumps along on funky drums and is overlaid with more playful synth patterns. 'Disconnect' is a crunchy and 8-bit closer with pixelated synths and screwy acid lines. Superb.