A-Trak releases EP created from fixed-up classic sequencer – Dancing Astronaut
by: Ariel King
Apr 2, 2022
Again when most have been spending their time ingesting and on the lookout for tasks to take up at residence throughout the COVID-19 quarantine, A-Trak remembered a damaged E-Mu SP1200 that he’d been that means to repair.
With touring at a whole halt and extra time on his fingers than he’d had in years, A-Trak took the time to repair up the drum machine. Then, he sat down and set to work on some new singles.
The ensuing 10 Seconds Vol. 1 EP finds A-Trak nodding to the producers who’ve impressed him over time: Pete Rock, Madlib, DJ Muggs, Kenny Dope, Todd Terry, Alan Braxe, and DJ Falcon. The 12-bit sound full of grit weaves its method via every single, stamped with the E-Mu SP1200.
Kicking off with “Spit,” A-Trak’s EP transports listeners again into pulsing golf equipment as daylight creeps up. “Bubble Guts” follows because the 10 Seconds Vol. 1‘s second monitor, persevering with his exploration into house-riddled territory.
“Sling Shot” propels the second half of the EP, bringing forth a rawer power and jittering tones. “Bee Bop” continues on that extra experimental type, with components of home throbbing via. Delicate vocals float over the pulsing instrumentals, horns accenting the monitor.
Excellent for the Chicago sizzling spots of the 1980’s, or for these moments trapped at residence with nothing else to do, 10 Second Vol. 1 supplies launch not only for A-Trak himself, but in addition his viewers. Vol. 2 of A-Trak’s 12-bit sound is promised, although a proper launch date has but to be introduced. For now, followers can spend their time transporting again in time, if just for quarter-hour.
Featured picture: Demian Becerra
Classes: Music