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DTW 061EP
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No stranger to the label, Munir (AKA Midnight Runners) is one of Southeast Asia's most unique talents. A deep record collector, he has put his hometown of Bandung, Indonesia on the map with a relentless output of self-released edits drawing on Indonesian funk, Chinese pop, and Middle Eastern psych as source material over the last several years. Equally skilled as a producer, Munir's signature boogie-funk sounds have graced labels such as Neon Finger, Shaken Palms, and No Bad Days. Darker Than Wax unleash Munir's sounds on the label once again, with a strong sonic step forward from the artist and perhaps his most polished work yet: Circuit Line EP. Blending his signature boogie sound with Italo-disco influences, the record brings forth four stylishly crafted modern dancefloor cuts. "Circuit Line" is built on a foundation of reverence to the arpeggiator, driven by neon synth tones racing each other to the finish line. This racing theme defines the record throughout, painting images of classic '80s racing games on standout tracks "Finish Line" and "Race Car". "Interlinked" takes on a more subdued approach, building in intensity and weirdness with each synth line layered on. Showcasing Munir's prowess with percussion, "Pit Stop" is a feverish club workout rounding out the record as a complete package for the discerning DJ's arsenal. Crafted in his Bandung studio with love for classic hardware and respect for its musical influences, Circuit Line EP represents a turning point for Munir's sonic evolution.
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DG 14002LP
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Underground dance music from Indonesia, for lovers of sensual sounds and new-era funk. Struggling to get by in the luscious capital of West Java, Bandung's Munir found a home in the rhythm of the city's funk. An avid boogie aficionado, the funkateer echoes these historical sounds of change and manages to record most of his music with borrowed gear. His dedication to the underground dance scene stems from the very streets that introduced him to his own transformative sound. As a DJ, producer, label owner and graphic designer, the Indonesian artist is determined to breathe life into an underappreciated, yet influential music scene. With vintage synths and beat machines, Munir captures a late '70s and early '80s vibe transformed into well-balanced, contemporary cuts. Grand Paradise Hotel showcases his intriguing skills and dedication to the art form, with influences ranging from house to ambient and the ever-present rawness of funk. Built around a lush stay at a place where water is salt and life is sweet, welcome to the Grand Paradise Hotel; enjoy your stay.
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DG 14001EP
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Searching for that Dâm-Funk-esque or Brian Ellis-esque tune to set the roof on fire? Look no further. Munir (Midnight Runners) delivers his "Underground House Music From Indonesia," after showcasing his disco- and new age-influenced house and heavy funk on Omega Supreme, Groove College, and Hobo Camp. With the help of Azumi, his friend from Japan, Munir transforms the feeling of the late '70s and early '80s into well-balanced, layered cuts. "Instruments used on this record: AKAI XR-10, KORG M1, BOSS - DR-880, Roland TR 707, 626, Sh-201, JX-8P & Space Echo, Farfisa Syntorchestra, Yamaha DX-7 & SY722, Oberheim Matrix 1000, Casio VL-1, Fender Bass & Epiphone Guitar."
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