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AUS 1460EP
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Chris Spero has been at the cutting edge of house and techno for many years now, with landmark releases for labels such as Planet E and Hypercolour as Glimpse, while his recent reinvention as Dense & Pika (alongside Alex Jones) for Hot Flush has seen him capable of hulking, powerful techno that has won him fans from Richie Hawtin to Koze. With this new 12", he once again steers straight down the house-techno divide with a set of perfectly weighted bass lines underpinning some deliciously rough-cut percussion. Already being supported heavily by the likes of Scuba and George FitzGerald.
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AUS 1347EP
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2014 repress. Aus Music continue to push further forward into 2013 with another collection of carefully-curated tracks from the London-based producer, Christopher Spero. Over the course of the past 10 years, Glimpse has established himself as one of the most unique, versatile and imaginative producers around, gaining support along the way from Carl Craig, Levon Vincent, DJ Koze, Scuba, and Jackmaster, amongst others. The UK producer is back with a five-track EP titled True South, with remixes from Tom Demac and South Soul Project.
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INTAC 031EP
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Glimpse's productions are a beguiling mix of house music weaving elements of jazz and soul to create something truly innovative. He uses only analog equipment and records most of his tracks live, editing only afterwards, thus giving his music a more improvised quality. "Work That Body" is a party track where the thick tribal beats thump out the rhythm while the deep vocal grunts and soulful snippets send you bouncing and bumping onto the floor. Includes a remix by Shinedoe.
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CRM 061EP
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This is the 4-track vinyl sampler of Glimpse's album Runner (CRM 010CD), touching on the experimental improvisation of jazz, with the spiraling loops and fluid instrumentation of "I Know I Show It," and the marimba-driven monster of "Walk Tall." "Things To Do In Denver" has a rougher urban edge, while "Enjoyable Employable" has a dubby, electronica feel. Christopher Spero (aka Glimpse) has been bubbling gently amidst the waves of the underground dance scene for a while now, with more to come.
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CRM 010CD
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One of the most eagerly-anticipated and prolific UK producers of the moment, Glimpse, releases his debut album on Crosstown Rebels. Runner is a truly inspiring, superb album that weaves elements of jazz and soul with house and techno to create something wholly innovative and mesmerizing. Already hotly-tipped by DJ Mag and Mixmag, this is an amazing body of work that is sure to become one of the albums of the year. Glimpse is a DJ and producer's favorite, a true innovator who is able to explore and master various genres in his own inimitable style. Blurring the distinctions of traditional genres, he appeals to even the most obstinate listeners through his tireless dedication to continual reinvention. His debut studio album is a beguiling, heady mix of house music drawing on the true essence of its rudimentary influences to produce an album of true magic. Runner is the conclusion of a decade of production for Glimpse, touching on the experimental improvisation of jazz, with the endless spiraling loops and fluid instrumental solos of "Feel OK" and "I Know I Show It," while flirting with the purity of world music in the ethnic outcries of "Alone Again," and the marimba-driven opener "Walk Tall." A new album version of the single release, "If I Was Your Girl" comes decked with opulent vocal harmonies and compliments the subsequent energy-charged "Things To Do In Denver," both scored with a rough and urban edge. Still rooted in the underground, Runner concludes with the dubby electronica cuts, "Enjoyable Employable," and the crackling sparks of "Thank You," before the mystical terrain of "Train In Austria" proclaims the final curtain. Christopher Spero (aka Glimpse) has been bubbling gently amidst the waves of the underground dance scene for the past few years, with records released on Carl Craig's Planet E, Cadenza, Kindisch and Buzzin Fly.
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PE 65304EP
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"Christopher Spero has become an extremely in demand producer and remixer over the last few years with his releases on his own Glimpse imprint and now this strong release on Planet E. As one would expect from a Planet E release its heavy on drama and atmosphere with some Detroit stabby synths, a long drop which really builds the tension and a drawn out epic feel. On the flip its none other than Carl Craig that steps up for the remix. His contribution is more immediate and aimed at the dancefloor jugular. Slamming beats and hats raise the energy levels but the original works best."
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FOUR 043EP
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"With frankly amazing singles on his own Glimpse Recordings and Matt Tolfrey's Leftroom earlier this year, 2007 is shaping up to be one hell of a year for Christopher Spero aka house/techno prodigy Glimpse. Here, he delivers his debut for the UK-based bastion of quality that is Four:Twenty with a superb collaboration with critically acclaimed Taka Boom (sister of Chaka Khan) in the form of We Existed. Another great UK talent, Tom Demac is first to remix 'We Existed' and does so in fine style. It's plain to see why so many labels of note are requesting releases from Tom on first listen to his skillful, deep and dubby excursion into Detroit-inspired house. Jay Shepheard, not to be outdone, turns in two remixes for the package. His 'Alternative Remix' is up first and is a driving affair with a percussive punch and nagging FM chords providing the perfect base for Taka's vocals and some well-placed keys. The 'Main Rmx' from Compost man Shepheard carries on the mantle of quality with a decidedly more electronic and epic feel: a shrinking violet this is not."
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GLIMPSE 007EP
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"The next record in the new series from Glimpse since his brilliantly received Masculine EP. Glimpse releases 4 outstanding new tracks yet again displaying the diversity of his sound and production. '5 Easy Pieces' is a conscious progression in his sound and identity, further chasing the essence of a song, while still retaining his trademark jacking rhythms and eye for description texture and detail. 5 Easy Pieces is a dynamic release that covers a broad pallet of sound, from the harsh synths under the divaesque vocals of Patricia Wade in 'Pushing Claude' to the sultry beauty of 'In My Soul' with his trademark hypnotic vocals weaving between deep chords courtesy of the DX7. For the first time on Glimpse, Christopher Spero asks for a remix from his good friend Undo (Factor City Records) who remixes '100% Shiraz.' Taken from Glimpse '80% Black.' The release also sees him team up with Matt Tolfrey (Leftroom records) for the final track 'Misunderstood,' a monster of a track with a beautiful acid line building to some pounding live piano and trumpet action."
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GLIMPSE 006EP
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"'Masculine': This is a peak time track that relies on a razor blade synth line and a subtle Detroitesque bell melody. Essentially a rave track, it builds mysteriously using effects, and with simple programming, it pushes constantly upwards. Soft yet firm. Shy but forceful. A2: 'Love Rockit' Gospel techno. B1: 'Work': Simple, effective acid house. This has been a big track in his live set over the last 9 months. B2: 'Lonely Sundays': By nature this is a simple track that seems to work in a mysterious way when played live. It sets a mood in the room that is different to most other records on Glimpse and this is why it was chosen. The idea of something that hopefully bridges the gap between the modest faceless nature of lots of contemporary techno and something that is a song. Support: Konrad Black, Luciano, Laurent Garnier, Anja Schneider, Ricardo Villalobos, Craig Richards, Undo, Troy Pierce, Richie Hawtin, Fumiya Tanaka, Magda, Steve Bicknell."
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GLIMPSE 004EP
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"This release reinforces their conscious move towards more song-based material. First up is their live edit of '100% Shiraz', which has been a highlight in their live set for the past six months. A haunting lone sax riff and soulful block melody drifts over deep lamenting chords all underpinned by a powerful groove that effortlessly delays and spirals through a range of effects. All the while accompanied by an urgent fluttering percussion that hovers constantly above the deep groove. The second track 'Mr. Go' is a less complex arrangement that although minimalist in nature still captures the energy required to push on and define your own objectives. And finally 'Nina' which is a semi-live acoustic bass heavy homage to the queen of blues with contemporary effect drenched production."
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GLIMPSE 003EP
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"Third in a series of five. 60% Black's concept was to revert back to the essentials, preferring to create tracks that are framed around tight swinging drum and hat patterns and traditional sources of sound. The result is four tracks that maintain a minimal quality but still have a low-end push that underpins and drives them. This coupled with some mysterious narrative, freaky transposed vocals, and fluid jazz tinged melodies make for a beautiful blend of dance floor and post club listening. Support high profile DJ support confirmed by Richie Hawtin, Magda, Ricardo Villalobos, Steve Bug, Troy Pierce, Craig Richards, Oliver Ho & Marco Carola."
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