Space Trace Vinyl & CDs

Review: Sketching out the physical space between one destination and the next, Eric OS's latest project, housed on his own label Space Trace, travels to the unknown outer edges of the universe. Kicking things off 'Mind Wide Open' follows the intergalactic course of a full-bodied, bassline-driven melody as it interweaves with celestial synths and pulsating percussion. 'Omen', the A2 track, has an instantly brighter feel - a habitable, plant-filled planet has been found amidst the depths of space, perhaps. On the flip side 'Shiitake' is an instant classic - a darkened melody intersects with punchy drums and cool-toned atmospheres. And finally, rounding things off we have the incredible electro track 'Liminal Space' - warm and enveloping, this is a perfect way to round off a night of deep interstellar travel.

Review: The Space Trace label keeps quality high with this fourth outing on wax. Eric Os is on the button for this one with 'Underworld' first to lure you into its world with gently broken bets and moody pads setting an eerie tone. 'Stereophysical' is more jacked up with fizzing synth lines and warped pads over future house beats and 'Elusive' bringing some trance energy to its flashy, bright synths. 'Electrodreammachine' is a wonky electro workout with withering sci-fi motifs, puling synth sequences and raw hits. 'Feeling Real' and 'Cherry Red' complete the EP with more blends of house, electroclash and sleazy guitar riffs.