Modeight Ukraine Vinyl & CDs

Review: A masterful four-track offering that seamlessly blends jazz, house and minimalism, with captivating resukls. Opening with 'Kaksi,' the track drifts with a low-slung, slow-burning groove, accentuated by atmospheric tones that evoke a soothing, almost out-of-body experience. 'Mad Mood' follows, a rhythmically fluid roller with a hypnotic sequence and shimmering vocals that capture a subtle, entrancing energy. 'Pretty Inspiration' dives deep with a sub-sonic wiggle, delivering a sophisticated and immersive ride. Closing with 'Viisi,' the track rounds off the release with a graceful afterhours groove. Croft's unique ability to blend these genres makes this EP a standout, and a perfect addition to Modeight's catalog.

Review: Ukrainian label Modeight is fast approaching its 20th EP and has already built up a fine body of work. Adding to that now is Raz who offers the Time Chamber EP, a fresh blend of minimal, house and tech styles. The opener 'Time Chamber' is a silky blend of underlapping minimal house drums and filtered vocals that have a future sense of soul. 'Fun Ensemble' is a little more percussive with a jumbled of congas and toms peppering the beats and 'A Sharp Delay' then speeds things up with some rolling rhythms and layers of synth adding atmosphere. 'Orange Glide' shuts down with some slightly Balearic and dreamy pads.