|
|
viewing 1 To 12 of 12 items
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
LP
|
|
KI 038LP
|
German multi-instrumentalist and producer, The Micronaut has made a name for himself through his richly textured and enthusiastic compositions. His 2016 album, Forms (ACKER 005LP/006CD) has been described as a true melting pot of sounds and it caught the attention of the electronic music scene with its very playful and original amalgamation of rhythms and samples. In 2020, The Micronaut released Olympia (Summer Games) (KI 030CD/LP) -- an album that continued to draw on his elaborate production style as well as on the values of camaraderie and solidarity of the Olympic Games. Continuing on this Olympic journey, the German producer now releases the second part to the project, Winter Games, containing a fresh twelve tracks that capture the essence of winter sports. Winter Games is an eclectic ride, but far from chaotic; transitions are fluid, the momentum uninterrupted and the direction cohesive. Behind the music's energetic flow are sophisticated arrangements and quasi-scientific constructions which crush stylistic boundaries and give birth to a new collage-based genre of music. The music is all the more impressive considering that every sound contained therein is crafted by The Micronaut himself, who has been called a one-man-orchestra for exactly that reason. In the EDM-influenced track "Bobsleigh", which contains samples from a DJ describing the state of his own profession, The Micronaut seems to be drawing a line between what he's doing, a true Olympic feat in some regards, to a lot of the lazy productions around today. "He thinks it's cool to just play with an iPod or a USB stick," we hear a voice say over a hyper-synthetic beat. It's The Micronaut's critical statement on the superficialness that much of dance music has come down to, "Of course there are exceptions, but unfortunately there are only a few," he notes. At times, Summer Games veers towards techno and at others it seems to be inspired by electro-pop. Towards the end of the album, "Curling" is a refreshing vocal piece filled with warm chord progressions. "Bernhardt's vocals are really touching, they give warmth to the minimalistic structure of the song," says the Micronaut. The track offers a comforting counterpoint to the high-energy feelings of competitiveness present in the rest of the album with lush pulsating synths and a laid-back groove. "Every time, when I wanted to continue working on 'Curling' I was afraid of destroying its very fragile initial structure, but in the end, I think it worked," adds the producer. Features I Am Halo, Bernhardt, and Saskia Streck.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
CD
|
|
KI 030CD
|
German multi-instrumentalist and producer, The Micronaut has made a name for himself through his richly textured and enthusiastic compositions. His 2016 album, Forms (ACKER 005LP/006CD) has been described as a true melting pot of sounds and it caught the attention of the electronic music scene with its very playful and original amalgamation of rhythms and samples. The Micronaut releases Olympia (Summer Games) -- an album which continues to draw on his elaborate production style as well as on the values of camaraderie and solidarity of the Olympic Games, despite this 2020's postponement of the event. Summer Games' tracks are named after Olympic sports -- pole vault, archery and swimming are just some examples of the 12 modalities chosen by the artist. "For this album I chose Olympia as theme, because apart from competition, it's also about a movement of peace, where the focus is on people, no matter what nation. The Summer Games are coming now, the Winter Games will follow," says the producer. In the spirit of games, the music is generally high-spirited and upbeat, with many tracks being perfectly fitted for the dancefloor. The compositions move from broken bass rhythms to catchy melodies to vocal samples and guitars in just a few bars, making the overall listening experience seem like a fantastic rollercoaster ride, "I would always describe my music as very lively, expressive, dramatic, sometimes calm, sometimes powerful," says The Micronaut, "I think it is music that fires the imagination." The ride is eclectic, but far from chaotic; transitions are fluid, the momentum uninterrupted and the direction cohesive. Behind the music's energetic flow are sophisticated arrangements and quasi-scientific constructions which crush stylistic boundaries and give birth to a new collage-based genre of music. The music is all the more impressive considering that every sound contained therein is crafted by The Micronaut himself, who has been called a one-man-orchestra for exactly that reason. At times, Summer Games veers towards electro-pop, at other times it is inspired by old-school hip-hop, and at other times still, it climaxes and explodes in IDM, but through all the commotion what is clear is that The Micronaut is an avid music lover, collecting ideas and inspirations far and wide, and translating them through his own prism of emotions. Features Saskia Streck and Bernhardt.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
LP
|
|
KI 030LP
|
LP version. German multi-instrumentalist and producer, The Micronaut has made a name for himself through his richly textured and enthusiastic compositions. His 2016 album, Forms (ACKER 005LP/006CD) has been described as a true melting pot of sounds and it caught the attention of the electronic music scene with its very playful and original amalgamation of rhythms and samples. The Micronaut releases Olympia (Summer Games) -- an album which continues to draw on his elaborate production style as well as on the values of camaraderie and solidarity of the Olympic Games, despite this 2020's postponement of the event. Summer Games' tracks are named after Olympic sports -- pole vault, archery and swimming are just some examples of the 12 modalities chosen by the artist. "For this album I chose Olympia as theme, because apart from competition, it's also about a movement of peace, where the focus is on people, no matter what nation. The Summer Games are coming now, the Winter Games will follow," says the producer. In the spirit of games, the music is generally high-spirited and upbeat, with many tracks being perfectly fitted for the dancefloor. The compositions move from broken bass rhythms to catchy melodies to vocal samples and guitars in just a few bars, making the overall listening experience seem like a fantastic rollercoaster ride, "I would always describe my music as very lively, expressive, dramatic, sometimes calm, sometimes powerful," says The Micronaut, "I think it is music that fires the imagination." The ride is eclectic, but far from chaotic; transitions are fluid, the momentum uninterrupted and the direction cohesive. Behind the music's energetic flow are sophisticated arrangements and quasi-scientific constructions which crush stylistic boundaries and give birth to a new collage-based genre of music. The music is all the more impressive considering that every sound contained therein is crafted by The Micronaut himself, who has been called a one-man-orchestra for exactly that reason. At times, Summer Games veers towards electro-pop, at other times it is inspired by old-school hip-hop, and at other times still, it climaxes and explodes in IDM, but through all the commotion what is clear is that The Micronaut is an avid music lover, collecting ideas and inspirations far and wide, and translating them through his own prism of emotions. Features Saskia Streck and Bernhardt.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
12"
|
|
FREUDE 076EP
|
Contrast from Stefan Streck, aka The Micronaut, contains four tracks full of references to the past in view of the future. "Earlylate" will start raves somewhere in broad acres or in abandoned tunnels. It's a riot of emotion with an air horn. "Oldnew" is shuffle but different; almost like Kompakt wasn't from Cologne, but from London -- massive groove with obstacles. "Underover" sounds like James Holden was on a short trip in England in the beginning of the '90s, when basses still made you tremble. "Smallbig" is a bouncer with tremendous thoughtfulness -- A hymn for the late hours.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
CD
|
|
ACKER 006CD
|
The Micronaut creates the soundtrack for those moments when the screeching of the subway and the steps on the wet pavement have echoed away into the dark city sky; Those moments when the ghosts of fumes and stop lights haunt the empty streets, when behind glowing windows dreams and urban exit strategies get ready for bed; When everybody is close to each other, but everyone is on his own; When the city comes to a standstill, but the wheels inside the heads of its inhabitants keep spinning. Stefan Streck discovers the musical equivalent for this epic atmosphere somewhere between bass music, electronica and pop. The cinematic soundscapes of his nocturnal city blues have a somewhat tragic vibe, which is very noticeable both during the impulsive, passionate live shows of The Micronaut and on Forms, his third studio album on Acker Records. Between moments of deep melancholy and sudden eruptions of blissful euphoria, he creates a feverish state of tension. Features Saskia Arndt, Sebastian Bode, Laura Deadelow, I Am Halo and Robert Groos-Albouts.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
LP
|
|
ACKER 005LP
|
LP version. The Micronaut creates the soundtrack for those moments when the screeching of the subway and the steps on the wet pavement have echoed away into the dark city sky; Those moments when the ghosts of fumes and stop lights haunt the empty streets, when behind glowing windows dreams and urban exit strategies get ready for bed; When everybody is close to each other, but everyone is on his own; When the city comes to a standstill, but the wheels inside the heads of its inhabitants keep spinning. Stefan Streck discovers the musical equivalent for this epic atmosphere somewhere between bass music, electronica and pop. The cinematic soundscapes of his nocturnal city blues have a somewhat tragic vibe, which is very noticeable both during the impulsive, passionate live shows of The Micronaut and on Forms, his third studio album on Acker Records. Between moments of deep melancholy and sudden eruptions of blissful euphoria, he creates a feverish state of tension. Features Saskia Arndt, Sebastian Bode, Laura Deadelow, I Am Halo and Robert Groos-Albouts.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
CD
|
|
ACKER 004CD
|
Is it his love for details that made him known as The Micronaut? At least the atmosphere of his productions evolves from a multitude of intricate elements. These little bits and pieces might be of a very different nature, but together they complement each other in perfect harmony, creating the big picture, the Panorama of a soundscape that is one of a kind. The musical snapshots of The Micronaut draw their expressive power and liveliness from a play of contrasts: Between two-step, broken bass music rhythms and stomping straightness, between catchy melodies and subliminal drama, between electronic sound synthesis and human vocals. Carefully arranged, the single tracks create a majestic Panorama that reveals yet-unheard new perspectives on music genres, crushing their boundaries in a very playful way.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
LP
|
|
ACKER 002LP
|
LP version. Is it his love for details that made him known as The Micronaut? At least the atmosphere of his productions evolves from a multitude of intricate elements. These little bits and pieces might be of a very different nature, but together they complement each other in perfect harmony, creating the big picture, the Panorama of a soundscape that is one of a kind. The musical snapshots of The Micronaut draw their expressive power and liveliness from a play of contrasts: Between two-step, broken bass music rhythms and stomping straightness, between catchy melodies and subliminal drama, between electronic sound synthesis and human vocals. Carefully arranged, the single tracks create a majestic Panorama that reveals yet-unheard new perspectives on music genres, crushing their boundaries in a very playful way.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
12"
|
|
3000GRAD 011EP
|
The Micronaut presents a thoroughly positive listening pleasure named "What Else": male and female singing unite upon a laidback-yet-inspiring beat. Mollono.Bass sticks to the song-like character of the original version for his remix; however, he trims the track a little more into the direction of dancefloor compatibility, putting the rhythm into a nutshell. The flipside brings up from the depths two unheard remixes from The Micronaut's debut album from Lake People and Map.Ache.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
CD
|
|
ACKER 003CD
|
Just as different types of fish can be found in different waters, so, too, do the acoustic tales of The Micronaut take place in different regions of the emotional landscape: sometimes warm, sometimes fresh -- sometimes calm and stagnant, sometimes lively and floating. And just as all fish are connected by the water surrounding them, also this album has its connecting element: a very individual and independent groove. This groove comes with a lot of surprises. For instance, when a guitar chord from the acoustic band atmosphere of "Gründling" suddenly gets tangled up in a loop and introduces an unexpected but coherent change into the direction of broken, electronic beats. Or when the emotional world music elements of "Schleie" mix up with exciting halfstep rhythms. Sophisticated arrangements, unusual instrumentations and intense emotions -- these are the main attributes of Friedfisch. Though the experimental character of this work does not really aim for the dancefloor, it still keeps its connection to this place. Includes two remixes by Mollono.Bass.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
LP
|
|
ACKER 001LP
|
LP version. Just as different types of fish can be found in different waters, so, too, do the acoustic tales of The Micronaut take place in different regions of the emotional landscape: sometimes warm, sometimes fresh -- sometimes calm and stagnant, sometimes lively and floating. And just as all fish are connected by the water surrounding them, also this album has its connecting element: a very individual and independent groove. This groove comes with a lot of surprises. For instance, when a guitar chord from the acoustic band atmosphere of "Gründling" suddenly gets tangled up in a loop and introduces an unexpected but coherent change into the direction of broken, electronic beats. Or when the emotional world music elements of "Schleie" mix up with exciting halfstep rhythms. Sophisticated arrangements, unusual instrumentations and intense emotions -- these are the main attributes of Friedfisch. Though the experimental character of this work does not really aim for the dancefloor, it still keeps its connection to this place.
|
|
|
Artist |
Title |
Format |
Label |
Catalog # |
|
|
12"
|
|
ACKER 027EP
|
The Micronaut presents a lot of surprises on their Friedfisch EP. For instance, when a guitar chord suddenly gets tangled up in a loop and introduces an unexpected change in the direction of broken, electronic beats. Or when the emotional world music elements of "Schleie" mix up with exciting halfstep rhythms. Sophisticated arrangements, unusual instrumentations and intense emotions -- these are the main attributes of Friedfisch. Also includes two sensitive remixes by Mollono.Bass, exclusively released on vinyl and a remix by The Glitz.
|
viewing 1 To 12 of 12 items
|
|