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CCO 042CD
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This is Berlin-based Hendrik Kröz aka Miwon's second full-length release. Kröz has been an active member of the Berlin-based electronic music scene for a very long time, and his hundreds of live P.A.s created a big fan base for his soulful electronic pop music. As the initiator of the already-legendary "laptop battles," he did important groundwork for the development of Berlin electronic music in general. In 2008, Miwon returns with A To B. First, there is the bullet train. Once inside the Shinkansen, Miwon unpacks his euphoric melodies, haunting atmospheres, killer beats and sweet, irresistible pop songs. On A To B, Miwon takes his love for electronic music to another level, making it even more accessible. Ranging from hands-down pop songs (the title track "A To B" is a homage to/cover version of Fleetwood Mac) to more dancefloor-oriented tunes like "Matchbox" that are clearly-influenced by Cologne pioneers like Burger/Ink, and true ballads like "Another Term For," Miwon explores all possible angles of electronica. Featuring the talents of Japanese singer Maho Masuda, as well as Sibylle Fendt, Fleckfumie's Nick Gloeckner on guitar and Galaktlan on synths, A To B will help you get through the cold, barren months, back to summertime warmth, and back again, from A To B.
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CCO 029CD
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Berlin-based Hendrik Kröz aka Miwon's debut full-length release. Kröz has been an active member of the Berlin-based electronic music scene for a very long time, and his hundreds of live P.A.s created a big fan base for his soulful electronic pop music. As the initiator of the already-legendary "laptop battles," he did important groundwork for the development of Berlin electronic music in general. After the release of his 12" Brother Mole, Miwon returns with Pale Glitter -- one of the most perfect pop albums out there. Miwon embraces his long history of recording and experimenting with electronic music and merges it all into one big, irresistible wall of catchy sounds and tunes. "Hush" and the title track "Pale Glitter" are deep, minimal dancefloor killers, while "When Angels Travel" drags the more experimental side of Miwon's sound out of the dark, and polishes it until they fit into this last-man-on-earth soundtrack. Then there is "No Need For Sanity," a remix Miwon did for Pia Fraus, a band from Estonia which has already made a big buzz in Japan. "Flakes" displays Miwon's devotion to heavy use of locked turntable grooves, and turns somewhat into a laptop lullaby. If you are looking for the essence of electronic pop, you do not have to look any further. The same can be said about "Vertizontale," proving Miwon's compatibility with the biggest venues on this planet, merging an old-school house-anthem with U2-like guitars. Enough said. Enjoy the Pale Glitter.
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BLOCK 030EP
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"Hendrik Krötz aka Miwon has been an active member of the Berlin-based electronic music scene for a very long time. Hundred's of live P.A.s created a big fan base for his soulful electronic pop music. As the initiator of the already legendary 'laptop battles' he did important ground work for the development of electronic music in Berlin in general. Apart from a long deleted split-12" on the Grundrauschen imprint, Brother Mole is his first release. The title track is a blueprint of modern synth-pop. A pumping bassdrum, lush chords and catchy vocals make 'Brother Mole' an instant hit you will be whistling walking down the street. Be prepared for some serious addiction. A perfect track for CCO's very own John Tejada to remix. He transforms the track into a dancefloor anthem. An even more kicking bassdrum and a much straighter arrangement turn the track into a killer DJ-Tool. 'Spiralize' shows Miwon's love for more dirty, gritty sounds. His dreamy melodies do the rest. 'Rain Or Shine', the closing track, is a lullaby for lonely laptops. Deep and haunting."
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