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SNDST 123LP
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Legendary German techno duo Pan-Pot announce their brand-new project FORTE, a collection of ten singles. Each track presents individually, each telling their own unique story influenced by the duo's ever-evolving sound over the years -- something that has kept them perpetually current. The culmination also marks a milestone 20th anniversary for the duo, serving as a resounding reminder of why they have been at the forefront of the scene for over two decades.
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SNDST 100EP
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Second State founders Pan-Pot mark the Berlin label's 100th release with the three-track EP Skin On Skin. Berlin based duo Pan-Pot begin 2022 with a momentous milestone for their Second State imprint, including a fresh look for the long-standing label. The winning design by Philipp Ludwig was chosen out of hundreds of entries after the label launched a contest for this very special release in November of last year. Skin On Skin marks Second State's 100th release and showcases the variety of different sounds homed by the label since 2014 with three fiery contrasting cuts from its founders, giving a nod to the range and expression that Pan-Pot's imprint has come to be known for in today's techno scene. Raw cut "Skin On Skin" takes position as opener. Resonating bongos and rattling shakers incite a tribal element while ominous synths begin to unfold. Sandra Bjurman's taunting, faintly distorted voice comes in, claps and growling organs are layered over while metallic ringing gives way to the vocal once more. Twisted elements and the resonating drums are revived for the finale, closed out by a soaring Balafon. "Particle Fever" is next, kicking off with a resounding, impactful kick and gritty elements: jumping bass line and metallic stabs that ring out and halt swiftly. Yelping keys call out during the breakdown halfway through, exploding back into original pace with the addition of a weighty bass line and stripped back grittier elements. The closer "Bow" is characterized by warped and pulsating elements that march forward menacingly. A rumbling bass snarls beneath metallic strikes, an oscillating spring synth and a sliced up and brooding sample, injecting a haunting element. Grumbling synths hover buoyantly throughout, as the kick and mechanical elements continue with authority.
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SNDST 091EP
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Pan-Pot return to their Second State Audio imprint to deliver their first release of 2021, the two track EP Voodoo Signs unveiling their take on an unconventional techno sound. Berlin based DJ/producer duo and label bosses Pan-Pot return to their Second State imprint to serve up the label's sixth release of 2021. The illustrious Second State has been fostering the sound of some of techno's biggest tastemakers and emerging artists for several years, with releases throughout 2021 so far being some of their strongest ones to date. Voodoo Signs EP however, is a shift from their usual productions, incorporating a breakbeat sound throughout the record, a step away from the duo's familiar straight ahead techno weapons.
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SNDST 082EP
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"Keid" builds slowly with rustling percussion, insistent tapping and a sneaky, smoldering bassline that bypasses the predictable massive drop for something moodier and more subtle. Exotic jungle sounds, tribal drums and cool bleeps open the atmospheric "Planet9", which soon pivots towards a thrilling build and rave-y arpeggios that sound ripe for dank basement clubs and open-air festivals alike. "Echoes From Epsilon" is probably the most unexpected track of the lot. Five and a half minutes of ambience is characterized by airy pads, windchime synths, and a transportive, meditative air that is light years away from Pan-Pot's typical fare. At once timeless and completely of the moment, Keid is a surprising, refreshing release from the industry veterans that should both please old fans and win new ones.
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SNDST 070EP
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Ten years ago, Berlin's Pan-Pot put out the Confronted EP on Mobilee (MOBILEE 054EP, 2009), a landmark release centered around the title track, eleven-and-a-half minutes of slow-burning techno. A decade later, the Second State Audio dons have decided to celebrate their classic track with a reissue that reflects their evolution. Featuring two remixes from Pan-Pot themselves, Tassilo Ippenberger and Thomas Benedix have also recruited four of the scene's hottest talents for a diverse, comprehensive remix package that reimagines the source material for today's dancefloors. Opening up the remix package, the "Basement" remix by Pan-Pot adds barking synths and snatches of vocal FX in a murky, offbeat edit of the classic. Glaswegian rising star Frazi.er delivers a "Raw", lean techno tool with subtle tweaks like the crystalline synths piping through the mix and aggressive, springy bass that charges in mid-way through. Farrago, a Lenske favorite from Belgium, takes the listener on a weirder journey built around bounces, bleeps and discombobulation -- it's by far the most foreign departure on the EP and it lives up to the "Welcome To Goa" title. Up-and-comer Anfisa Letyago, from Naples by way of Siberia, sends a rippling acid synth through the mix like lightning in a hi-NRG alternative perfect for trancier sets in her "Stranger" remix. The word "crazy" is set on an electrifying loop, commanding ravers to give in and let go. Closing the remix EP, the "Paradise" remix by Pan-Pot goes in the opposite direction, opening with bird calls and idyllic chiming synths before moving into breaks-y territory. Surprising and strangely dreamy, it completes a richly varied remix package that breathes new life into a beloved classic.
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SNDST 060EP
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Once again Thomas and Tassilo are back and this time they come with three fierce cuts of proper, intense techno. "Radio Berlin" kicks things off as a hefty and infectious groove sets the stage for a swirling hypnotic tone that weaves through strong blasts of cinematic tones and booming percussion shots. Following suit but turning up the intensity and adding a bit more of an abrasive touch, "Deutsche Welle" veers into truly sinister territory. The deepest and most trippy campaign of the trio, "Kanal 7", is an absolute burner with an intensely addictive groove of rolling low end.
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SNDST 050R-EP
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Coming in hot off the release of their recent Weltlinie EP, Pan-Pot return with four of their cohorts who have taken all five tracks from the original EP and reworked them into a bundle of stellar reworks of the originals on the Weltlinie Remixes EP. Kicking things off is Frankfurt legend Gregor Tresher who twists "Weltlinie" into a relentless, yet delirious venture with his signature brand of infectious grooves and floating atmospherics resulting in a timeless future classic. Up next you see Glasgow's own Gary Beck reshape not one but two tracks into fierce, heavy hitting techno bombs. Beck's first take is "Startphase" where he wastes no time in getting straight to the point as relentless, hi-pace percussion sets the tone for untamed aural animations sure to set the speakers on fire. Shlomi Aber steps to the plate next and serves up a stripped down, yet tough adaptation of "Exzentrisch" where percussion is king, emanating in a rowdy dancefloor detonation. Following is Poland's rising star DEAS who takes "Zeit" into sinister territories perfect for dark spaces and peak time encounters that will surely set the floor on fire. Wrapping up the EP is Beck's second attack with his rework of "Freigeist", and here we see him take a somewhat different approach where harmony and emotion take center stage as lush harmonics float over Beck's trademark high energy programming. No matter what your style of techno happens to be, we are sure you will find something here to satisfy aural obligations. Features remixes by Gregor Tresher, Gary Beck, Shlomi Aber, and DEAS.
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SNDST 045EP
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Pan-Pot grace Second State Audio with two big bombs and a remix from the one-and-only Petter B on their Funke EP. Kicking things off is "Spitzer" with hi-octane percussion and reverb heavy acoustics spanned out over ten minutes. The duo takes a similar approach on "Funke" but deliver a rugged and brutally mesmerizing lead that'll coax you inner devil inside out. Rounding out the EP is a carefully curated remix from Gothenburg's own and former Hertz collaborator Petter B who hands over a beautiful rendition of "Spitzer" where dense, lavish atmospherics carry a heavy looping groove to a gorgeous climax.
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SNDST 015LP
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Pan-Pot follow the 2015 release of their massive album The Other (SNDST 013CD) with a collection of heavy-hitting album reworks from the best and brightest stars of the techno elite. With careful consideration and an acute attention to detail, each of these ten artists contributes his or her unique vision to Second State's first-ever remix package. No matter the time or place, there is something here for everyone. Includes remixes by Nicole Moudaber, Extrawelt, Stephan Bodzin, Ray Kajioka, Carl Cox, Wigbert Deeper, Joseph Capriati, and Alan Fitzpatrick.
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SNDST 013CD
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In the time since the 2007 release of their euphoric full-length debut, Pan-O-Rama (MOBILEE 003CD/MOBILEE 029LP), Pan-Pot (Tassilo Ippenberger and Thomas Benedix) have seen relationships bloom and wilt, celebrated the birth of Benedix's child, embraced adventures, and founded their Second State Audio label, all while cultivating one of the heaviest and most consistent tour schedules of any present-day artist. The wait between Pan-O-Rama and their 2015 follow-up was not due to a lack of time or ideas -- the duo has spent the intervening years carefully calculating and constructing, and now present their highly-anticipated second studio album, The Other. Through all this Pan-Pot have created a body of work perfectly displaying their growth, not only as artists and individuals, but also as a cohesive unit forged into one single, astute mind. Over the span of 14 tracks, the duo showcase not only their impeccable knowledge of sound-craft, but also their uniquely diverse scope, spanning a wide range of genres and influences. While the album has an abundance of big-room techno productions, including "Pina," "Twelve," and "Get In (feat. Kevin Knapp)," it's also intricately scattered with shimmers of sound ranging from experimental bass and left field to borderline pop and down-tempo. With cuts like "Sleepless" (which features L.O.U. from Abby, who also contribute to a track) and "Riot" (with Berlin-based singer Frankie), Ippenberger and Benedix exhibit a rare maturity. The Other is not merely another extended EP from a dance music artist, but a grand display of the duo's sophistication, commitment, and passion for the music to which they have so faithfully devoted themselves. With countless EPs, remixes, and their Pan-O-Rama album already establishing them as tried and true artists, as well as their collaboration with Susi Sie's visionary visual artwork for the tour supporting this album, it's The Other that will truly guarantee Pan-Pot a place in the history books. Open your mind. Free your body. The long wait is over. Lose yourself in The Other.
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SNDST 012EP
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Pan-Pot present two tracks from their full-length album The Other, forthcoming at the time of this release. At nearly ten minutes, "Fist Bump from Destiny" is a long ride that builds slowly as persistent, hypnotizing tones circle and stalk, continually growing into the semblance of a cosmic clock. "Operator" follows a tenacious vessel navigating through an impenetrable fog. Low, menacing rumbles and short sonic blasts serve as bold displays of position while a perpetually rising synth provides the momentum to advance into the dark.
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SNDST 009EP
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The first of two EPs released in advance of Pan-Pot's eagerly anticipated album The Other. "Pina" constantly grows larger and more complex before finally unleashing a fierce, sonic blast that wouldn't seem out of place on the soundtrack to a Hitchcock film. In perfect Pan-Pot fashion, "808 Nirvana" is a white-knuckle ride laced with fast-paced stabs, shakers, and snares while meteoric rises carry you into deep space. The Other One is the perfect teaser ahead of the full album release, with both tracks epitomizing the Pan-Pot sound. Big room, serious, dramatic techno.
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WG 020EP
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The first of a two-part package of exclusive material from the 17th edition in the Watergate CD series is from none other than the duo who commanded the mix, Pan-Pot. Both tracks are collaborations with two heavy-hitting names in the industry: Slam and Vincenzo. "Conductor" features driving hi-hats, crisp snares and a thumping kick-drum, instilling massive "hands-in-the-air" moments. With "Fiction Inc" a warm deep sub-bass grabs your attention while washes of glittery synths pan the background setting the stage for the lush key work that Vincenzo is synonymous for and the sinister bleeps that scream Pan-Pot.
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WG 017CD
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As Watergate carries into its 12th year as one of the world's elite clubs, it seems more than fitting and possibly long overdue, that Pan-Pot, who has been an integral part for nearly the entire lifespan of the club, will be curating the 17th installment of the illustrious Watergate CD series. In just 19 tracks the techno heavyweights have compiled a mix of both new and exclusive material as well as a couple of timeless collaborations that showcase their distinct and endemic sound all while delivering the audience a taste of a night out at the acclaimed club no matter where they happen to be in the world. The mix begins with the lush soundscape and spaced-out aura of Pavel Petrov's "Adapt," which seems to be a perfect start. Immediately getting the listener cozy and engaged before shortly transitioning into the massive anthem of Radio Slave's "Don't Stop," a telltale sign of the journey ahead. Over the next few tracks the exploration dives into the more psychedelic side of things. From Marco Resmann's "Hello Again" and Clint Stewart's "Drenched" into the darkness of Shall Ocin's "Lurking Wolves," the mix moves smoothly towards the heavier sound Pan-Pot is famous for. Soon it seems that one is unknowingly caught in the relentless groove of masters like Mark Broom and the duo themselves with their monster "Substance" from the inaugural release on their own imprint, Second State. Soon, seamless transitions bridge the gap between sounds of retro analog like Dario Zenker's "27 Northwest" into the sounds of today with Maceo Plex's huge tune "Conjure Bass" and fellow Second State artist Stephan Hinz's "Hungry." It's not long before the mix takes its last turn and delivers the heavy drums and strobe light antics of peak time with Pan-Pot's other side of the inaugural release on their own Second State, "Grey Matter." Following sees a handful of the masters of techno prowess like the Ben Klock remix of Josh Wink's "Are You There" as well as Martin Eyerer's "Reckless" and a formidable collaboration between Pan-Pot and Slam with "Conductor." Before bidding a final farewell, it would only be appropriate to find a partnership between old friends Vincenzo and Pan-Pot which joins the sounds of deep lush house and peak-time bombs to deliver a stunning, finale flooded with mesmerizing sub-bass and enchanting washes of alluring synths. In just shy of 80 minutes, Pan-Pot masterfully demonstrate their wide range, impeccable taste, and vast knowledge of the music they are known for the world over.
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SNDST 001EP
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Pan-Pot are back, this time with the Cells EP on their newly-formed label, Second State. The new label sees Pan-Pot taking full creative control as they move into the second phase of their career, and both tracks here are keen indicators that the pair are starting a new chapter of their sonic journey. Similar to a cell starting in its simplest form and expanding, "Cells" builds into a peak of full dynamic and volume and is packed with a variety of frequencies. "Third Eye" will make its way into your head with its addictive bass line.
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MOBILEE 119EP
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This is the 10-year anniversary for the Berlin-based techno duo, Pan-Pot, one of the biggest techno acts in the world. "The Mirror" was the first track the pair produced in their new Berlin-based studio following a long studio break. Often steering clear of vocal use in their tracks, Pan-Pot opted to change things up a bit and invited their friend Kathy to join them in the studio. "Rosinenbomber" features samples of the last-ever conversation between a pilot and the control tower at Berlin Tempelhof. The start of the new millennium brought change, innovation and an array of technological developments.
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MOBILEE 105EP
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Pan-Pot gets back on board and whips up another big hit to kick off 2013 in style. Enter White Fiction -- a three-part EP solidified by "Mental Rush," "Kepler," and a special remix of "Kepler" by the hurricane kid, Sidney Charles. This release will perk up your ears.
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MOBILEE 091EP
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Mobilee presents Pan-Pot's Gravity. The release doubles as a teaser to the sixth edition of the successful Back To Back compilation series. The title track is a high-tempo number, picking up linear momentum verse after verse, featuring serious vocals by G-Tech. On the flip, Cari Golden's soulful vocals chime in and out of "No One Knows."
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MOBILEE 014CD
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The sixth edition of the successful Back To Back compilation series from Anja Schneider's Berlin club label Mobilee is solely ruled by Pan-Pot this time around. The beefy package includes two CDs plus a DVD. Pan-Pot handpicks their favorite 2011 Mobilee releases on the first CD while a condensed version of their own creations can be found in an arousing master mix on the second CD. And for the first time ever, the personalities behind the music can be seen and heard in a bonus DVD tour document. This release provides a visual and audible insight into their creative work in the most compact form possible. MTV director Sebastian Radlmeier follows the duo on a 12-month tour through Europe's most crucial clubs and festivals, inviting viewers behind the scenes through a magical experience. The DVD experience introduces Thomas Benedix, the quirky jokester from Brandenberg and his counterpart, the more aloof and rational Tassilo Ippenberger from Bavaria. Diligently selected snapshots depict stories from the guys' innocent years in Templin and Chiemsee to their first rendezvous with Mobilee founders Anja Schneider and Ralf Kollmann. Photos and footage are worked in congenially with original music and commentary from key scene figures from the likes of MTV's Markus Kavka, producer Dubfire, fellow Mobilee artist, Sebo K and Mobilee booker, Diego Moreno Gibbs, binding everything together. In the material, the guys give commentary from tour cities such as San Francisco, Detroit, Warsaw, Barcelona, and Buenos Aires, yet never lose sight of their home base, family and friends in Berlin. The absolute highlight of the film is the live appearance with Sven Väth in Ibiza. Snippets of Pan-Pot's music can be heard on the DVD but on the second CD, it's fired from all barrels. A melody of past releases is taken apart and re-imagined through exclusive tracks, loops and sound splinters, creating a compelling music piece. Three further rare pieces such as the fascinating remix from Slam's techno classic "Lifetimes" successfully complete the flip side. The first CD celebrates the "Best Of Mobilee 2011." The signature of unique personality-filled producers is noticeable in each of the 11 club tracks, featuring artists such as Maya Jane Coles, Anja Schneider, Martin Landsky, Rodiguez Jr., Miss Jools, Hector and And.Id. Back To Back Vol. Six draws a spot-on portrait of Pan-Pot situated in their environment. DVD is PAL format, region free, German language with English subtitles.
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MOBILEE 071EP
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Pan-Pot's new tracks put forth glacial soundscapes so epic they could sink the Titanic. If it's possible to say this, "Captain My Captain" is actually the more restrained and studied of the three, featuring vocals written and recorded by Los Angeles-based studio vocalist Cari Golden. On "Black Horse Down" and "Bad Photocopy..." think dark and heavy, builds and drops, synths and loops -- true 4 a.m. grit to get your hands in the air and keep you raving until dawn.
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MOBILEE 061EP
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Adam Beyer and Jesper Dahlbäck present a harder version of Pan-Pot's "Confronted" that is even more driving, industrial and gargantuan than the original with blurps of noise and static, thunderclaps and distortion. Martin Landsky's remix explores a softer side. The rawness of the original is maintained, but in a more melodic form. Percussive accents add a nice touch, and the vocals are slowed down, backed by a crisp bass melody, tinkering percussion, and a driving bass drum.
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MOBILEE 054EP
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Pan-Pot is back with a vengeance on Confronted. The title track's deadpan vocal delivery is courtesy of Eva Padberg, adding frigidity, waves of static, rolling bass lines, and stabs of synthesizer. "Face To Face" is a metallic track -- everything from the sparsely-placed percussion fills and stuttered melodic tones to the hashed vocals have a distinctly piercing and noisy texture that feels perfectly at home alongside thunderous bass lines and exploding waves of pandemonium.
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MOBILEE 037EP
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Marco Resmann and Zander VT each perform their own magic on two killer cuts by Pan-Pot. Resmann's rework of "Ape Will Never Kill Ape" is a perfect fusion of Pan-Pot's shadowy, percussive style and Resmann's own sensuous, darkside sensibility. Zander VT turn their attentions to "Crank." The original was a nervous, metallic groover, but Zander VT amp up on the anti-anxiety meds to deliver a version that's looser and more upbeat.
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MOBILEE 029LP
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Double LP version. Pan-Pot is the duo of Tassilo Ippenberger and Thomas Benedix, and Pan-O-Rama finds the boys stretching their sound in every possible direction: twisting, tearing, and using the shreds to drag a wide swath of techno history into the future (and, just maybe, to drag a few pieces of techno future back into the past). Call it "minimal" if you must, but this ain't no clickity-clack shit. You can hear the agonized gurgle of isolationist acid, reminiscent of Plastikman's darkest nights. You can hear the percolating urgency of classic bleep techno. Tried and true hardware collides with restless digital experimentation as dance music's DNA worms its way into twisted new shapes. Eerie vocals that seem to come from within the listener's own head creep across the stereo field, restrained minor-key melodies conjure 21st century Noir, and a relentless low-end rumble seems to suck up all the light around it. But Pan-Pot never lose their grip on the groove, again and again coming up with supple, subtly morphing beats capable of animating dancefloors. This is body music, head music, dark night of the soul music.
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MOBILEE 003CD
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A little less than two and a half years after its conception and close to 30 singles, one compilation, one mix CD and one sub-label later, Berlin's Mobilee releases its first artist album. Naturally, who better to represent the milestone than Pan-Pot, who so far have delivered five essential singles to Mobilee, helping to anchor the ever-shifting sound of one of Europe's most exciting labels. Pan-Pot is the duo of Tassilo Ippenberger and Thomas Benedix, and Pan-O-Rama finds the boys stretching their sound in every possible direction: twisting, tearing, and using the shreds to drag a wide swath of techno history into the future (and, just maybe, to drag a few pieces of techno future back into the past). Call it "minimal" if you must, but this ain't no clickity-clack shit. You can hear the agonized gurgle of isolationist acid, reminiscent of Plastikman's darkest nights. You can hear the percolating urgency of classic bleep techno. Tried and true hardware collides with restless digital experimentation as dance music's DNA worms its way into twisted new shapes. Eerie vocals that seem to come from within the listener's own head creep across the stereo field, restrained minor-key melodies conjure 21st century Noir, and a relentless low-end rumble seems to suck up all the light around it. But Pan-Pot never lose their grip on the groove, again and again coming up with supple, subtly morphing beats capable of animating dancefloors. And even with a sense of dread lurking in the shadows behind every handclap, there's light at the end of the tunnel: "Faces," featuring the deep house producer Vincenzo, sparkles with distant bell tones before opening up into a luscious interlude overlaid with delicate piano chords. This is body music, head music, dark night of the soul music.
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