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Review: Remarkably, it's now been 20 years since Kompakt launched "Pop Ambient", a series of annual compilations showcasing the more melodious, laidback and ethereal side of the Cologne label's output. The latest edition holds few surprises for those who have followed the series since its inception, though the quality of tracks showcased throughout is as high as it has ever been. Thore Pfeiffer sets the tone with "Urquell", where glistening guitars reminiscent of Steve Reich's "Electric Counterpoint" echo to infinity over hazy ambient textures, while the "maximal" sound of Yui Onodera, Joachim Spieth and Klimek is likely to take your breath away. Elsewhere across the album you'll find similarly stunning contributions from Thomas Fehlmann, Max Wurden & Pepo Galan, and neo-classical composer Andrew Thomas.

Review: Run by Killekill label boss DJ Flush, Krake is a roving Berlin festival now in its fourth year. In the lead up to the 2013 event, DJ Flush has launched the Krake label with a 15-track CD and gatefold vinyl release, comprised solely of music by artists who performed at last year's event. Entitled quite simply, Krake 001, the compilation looks to be a diverse affair; Killekill duos Cassegrain and Lakker appear with the likes of Perc and Alex Smoke, while live recordings from last year's festival of Dadub, Tim Exile and Ulrich Schnauss feature alongside bassy and experimental efforts from Pole, Bersarin Quartett, Barker and Kid606.