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CLAAP 022LP
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Prime Sequences is the latest album by DJ and electronic music producer GummiHz, real name Alexander Tsotsos. Alex has an ear for what he describes as elastic frequencies, thus gummi-hertz! In other words, low bass lines, airy synth phrases, and shuffle rhythms, playfully arranged within loose forms. A philosophy that comes across throughout this long player. Elements fall in and out of order, time swings back and forth, all together in perfect harmony. Pushing the boundaries of what has become his signature sound, a fusion of house and techno all the way from Berlin to Detroit. This package features underground music coming straight from the heart, or the Hertz more appropriately. The story unfolds within no less than nine tracks showcasing Alex's versatility in making waves. The opening track titled "Berlinopolis" is a sonic portrait of the city of Berlin, where Alex lives since more than a decade. A smooth soundscape produced by combining abstract melodies with field recordings of the city's ambience. "Second Wave" follows airy jazz chords and drum parts to launch the listener into trajectory. The title track "Prime Sequence" is a Detroit brewed piece with some Berlin minimalism rawness in the rhythm section. Next up comes "Submerge", a tight and hypnotic affair carrying the right amount of subtle release. "Prime Dub" dives deeper into the frequency spectrum. "Proto Sequence" follows a simple still infectious groove laced with various modulations. Inspired by proto-house motifs pioneered by artists like Chi-town's Ron Hardy. "Metafunk" reaches out to Berlin's club culture at its core. "Mindloop" is a track written for the afterhours looping state of mind. Another minimal house cut with a fair dose of psychedelic sound design. Lastly, "Descension" relaxes the mood through deep pulsating rhythms and playful arpeggios. Prime Sequences covers a wide range of styles like ambient electronics, peak time house, and techno, as well as seriously effed-up afterhours minimalism. Made for both DJs and music lovers, this is the second long player by GummiHz to come out on vinyl after his debut album Sleepless Nights back in 2009.
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CLAAP 021EP
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Groove Is In The Hertz is GummiHz's new record on Claap featuring two minimal rockers. Anthemic "Aerini" is on side A and "straight outta Berlin" groove "Out Out" graces side B. The silence is over; GummiHz is back. A dedicated frequency explorer, GummiHz follows a philosophy that making music should always be adventurous, interesting and fun. For this reason, he has dedicated the last couple of years to rebuilding his studio setup and now it is time to share the fruits of this expedition. Groove Is In The Hertz includes a selection of recordings, showcasing the perspective of GummiHz on minimal house and techno. The series is split into parts with part one featuring two minimal cuts. "Aerini", on side A, offers eleven-and-a-half minutes of minimal techno bliss. Anthemic voices combined with live recordings set a Balearic atmosphere, while sitting elegantly on top of finely-programmed rhythmics and basslines. Flip it over and "Out Out" brings out even more rhythm to the game.
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CLAAP 020EP
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Released on the occasion of the Claap label's 2015 fifth anniversary, Five Years Claap opens with "Paraphonic State" by GummiHz, which moves between Detroit techno and minimalism and explores the beauty of paraphony with nothing but a drum machine and a paraphonic synthesizer. Nikola Gala presents a 2015 version of his 2011 track "Paradise" (CLAAP 003EP), turning it into a powerful cut that's tight, dirty, and raw. Kindimmer's "Everything Looks Yellow" is another excellent production; a smooth melody locks over some solid drums that carry Kindimmer's trademark rough sound.
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CLAAP 019EP
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Two heavy dancefloor tracks spanning from acid to dub house/techno. "Acid jazz" is a serious dancefloor weapon with a characteristic killer TB 303 bassline and airy jazz piano licks, produced in 2010. "8AM groove" is a dub cut that, with typical GummiHz finesse, rolls effortlessly between Detroit house and techno.
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CLAAP 018EP
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Nightdrivers are an amazing Italian production duo comprised of Niccolo Rufo aka Rufus and Martino Marini aka Mass Prod. Two of Italy's finest contemporary house producers, The Easy Life EP is a clear reflection of what sets these guys apart. Fresh, rolling house grooves composed with an old-school approach and a touch of their own class. Analog synths, drum machines and a Walkman are the key components to the raw and rich sound of their debut release.
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CLAAP 017EP
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BODJ's second solo EP on Claap features two very well-crafted club tracks. Produced for the late hours, this EP sits right on the boundaries between house and techno. Each track follows a moody sonic path reminiscent of the dub side of techno, while at the same time the tempo is set to give each element plenty of space to develop within the arrangement. Two tracks carrying the right hypnotic-to-pump ratio, making this record functional from the warm-up to the closing set.
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CLAAP 016EP
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Claap welcomes new kid on the Berlin block, Kindimmer. "Workz on Dope" is a house groove reminiscent of that MCDE aesthetic, but done in Kindimmer's own unique production attitude. There are added three locked grooves full of elements appealing to the DJs who like to work it while playing. "The Distraction of Fever" has that raw Detroit vibe -- dominant stabs and a serious groove full of beef. There are three locked grooves on this side, too, which are extracts from "The Distraction of Fever." Another Claap record set to turn heads and raise hands on the dancefloor.
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CLAAP 015EP
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Fourth single on the GummiHz Presents Alles Claap Vol. 1 (CLAAP 001CD) comp. For the last single, we have two of Claap's finest: Nikola Gala and John Dimas, who have remixed each other. The result is two tight grooves to keep you bouncing all night. Sweat it out with Nikola's rawww take on John's "Quick Dance," a remix heavy on the pressure. Then John gives full swing to Nikola's "Party People," rolling out the original's tight arrangement to loosen joints on the dancefloor.
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CLAAP 001CD
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Curated and mixed by label owner Alex Tsotsos aka GummiHz, the label's first compilation marks a major milestone in the label's story so far. A strong cast of producers here with Jerome Sydenham, Jimpster, D'Julz, Santonio Echols, Manoo, Oskar Offermann, and Claap core artists John Dimas and Nikola Gala. All have stepped up with some excellent interpretations on earlier Claap releases, focused strongly on the dancefloor. The result is some stunning productions highlighting Claap's pure club sound experience. Alles Claap Vol. 1 carries the GummiHz characteristic mixing signature along with previously-unreleased material plus a GummiHz exclusive new track. Alles Claap is a story about the label's past, present and future all taking place simultaneously. A DJ at heart, Alex Tsotsos has built a strong reputation for his characteristic mixing style and diverse productions. During his usually extensive DJ sets he is known to effortlessly bring together tracks in constant evolving transitions. Having performed at various locations worldwide from big rooms to intimate beach parties, his sets have covered most musical styles. His GummiHz project focuses on cutting-edge house and techno music for clubs. Alex's natural talent places him amongst the top of Greece's modern export in electronic music and a well-respected figure amongst the international dance community. Tsotsos started to build his own creative hub by launching Claap after working exclusively with Berlin's Mobilee records on his first productions. An uncompromising creative spirit, Alex has also released plenty of productions on labels like Real Tone records, Jerome Sydenham's Ibadan Records, Defected and more highly-respected platforms under different projects. In just a few years, Claap has released more than a few tracks that have gained their place in the hearts and bags of many, projecting exciting new talent in the global circuit through a strong focus on the music above all else. The result is a plethora of quality dance tracks by label boss GummiHz on one side along with amazing records by Claap household names like Nikola Gala and John Dimas in just a couple of years. Songs like "Secret Voyage" by GummiHz, "Quick Dance" by John Dimas and "Oasy" by Nikola Gala being only a few examples. Adding to the bill are exciting newcomers the Square Room Heroes, very promising producer Quell, talented young artist BODJ and Moire Patterns. These inspiring artists belong to an exciting new wave of dance producers.
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CLAAP 014EP
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Third single of the upcoming debut mixed CD compilation GummiHz Presents Alles Claap Vol. 1, this time with Jerome Sydenham and Manoo on remix duties. "Secret Voyage" by GummiHz is tranformed to an Afro house groove raised to spiritual heights by one of France's most prominent house producers. Another very special remix comes from one of New York's finest house dons, Jerome Sydenham. Jerome gives Quell's "Real People" a high energy build throughout the track. A very strong record for big or small rooms.
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CLAAP 012EP
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With the first compilation titled Alles Claap Vol. 1 label-head GummiHz has invited some of his favorite producers to remix songs from the label's catalog. This is the first single in the series, featuring two great remixes from two constant forces in the club scene -- Jimpster and D'Julz. Jimpster gives a totally new spin on "White Flowers" by GummiHz and Nikola Gala. D'Julz has cut, flipped and reversed all essential elements in GummiHz's "Ruff Passage" to a groove that keeps rolling non-stop.
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CLAAP 013EP
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Second single of the upcoming Alles Claap Vol. 1 mixed by label head GummiHz. Features a remix from cosmic house phenomenon Oskar Offermann, and one from GummiHz himself. GummiHz treats "Self Control" to new and dubby heights while keeping things elegantly tight. On the flip, Offermann gives "Rejuvenation" a totally new spin, bringing out the cosmic side of the original. Classy Detroit house made in Berlin. Music for the body and the soul.
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CLAAP 011EP
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Moire Patterns presents his debut sampler pack of his upcoming album titled The Roots Anthems. Includes a remix from Santonio Echols. Moire Patterns effortlessly combines disco, house and techno elements with a punk production attitude. Powerful, dancefloor-focused and yet airy and deep, the record showcases Moire Patterns' different moods and directions. The remix on the same side comes from Detroit's own Santonio Echols who notches up the mood of the original for a classy, techy mix keeping the energy high all around.
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CLAAP 008EP
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On their debut EP for Claap, Square Room Heroes pay homage to influences Carl Craig and DJ Sneak with rough and tough funk grooves reminiscent of beefy sampling from the early '90s. "Crashed Detail" is remixed by Ekkohaus and GummiHz.
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CLAAP 007EP
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GummiHz is back with the aptly-titled Rejuvenation EP. This two-tracker carries a pair of absolutely necessary house grooves. "Rejuvenation" features an elegant arpeggio which builds up to an intense crescendo, bound to hypnotize dancefloors the world over. The motif on the flip-side remains similar, but with a more mature soundscape, showcasing Alex's endless sonic diversity. Also features a bonus "Beatzz" extract to round out an essential EP for the open air season and beyond.
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CLAAP 006EP
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Claap welcomes Bodj, an upcoming producer from Athens (GR). "Every Day" is a very classy house cut. Quite emotive with flowing rhythm patterns, it is an ode to everyday lovin'. On remix duties, Argy takes the track into a sweatier territory with his NYC dub mix, while his "Love Mix" explores a more romantic side of the original track. GummiHz rounds out the package with a bubbly "Night Fever" mix, a filtered disco house take, reminiscent of French house in the late '90s.
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CLAAP 005EP
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Claap presents 3 new names on the label's roster. Quell has already caused waves with releases on Ibadan, 8 Bit and These Days, amongst others. His track is steady with a very pumping bass, building a very sensual mood. Jack Union is a side project from label owner Alex Tsotsos for his retro-sounding house productions. On the flip are Square Room Heroes with "Now Is The Time," combining modern sound aesthetics with a smoky voice urging you to release the freak.
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CLAAP 004EP
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Claap label-head GummiHz is back with four new cuts welcoming the summer heat. "Head Rush" is a captivating piece reminiscent of that '90s NY house sound -- a nod to the past with a touch of now. "Secret Voyage" taps into a more Balearic atmosphere -- a captivating arpeggio frames a very elegant arrangement of organic rhythmic elements. "Ruff Passage" is a dubbier cut reminiscent of ruff house producers of yore.
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CLAAP 003EP
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This release is a joint venture between two Claap favorites. On side A, Nikola Gala's "Oasy" and "Paradise (Tool)" are two very tightly structured affairs, perfectly produced and oh so functional. John Dimas' "Get It" is a very groovy, playful track, reminiscent of older Chicago house. To round up the package, label head GummiHz offers a remix of "Get It."
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CLAAP 002EP
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The second release on Claap appeals to those who enjoy mixing long transitions and like to create moments during their DJ set. Songs From The Continents features two wonderful musical collages, inspired by the favorite findings of label-head GummiHz in world music. Loose percussion, hypnotizing xylophones, guitars and singing voices take you on a trip into the beautiful soundscapes of the African continent. Both tracks also feature elements of field recordings which Alex has collected throughout the years.
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CLAAP 001EP
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Claap's first release features a collaboration between two of Greece's finest exports in house and techno. Label owner GummiHz and Nikola Gala offer three tracks for your mind-trip, spanning jazz to ethnic. On "Sapfo," an organic drum groove sets the stage as a haunting female voice takes you back to the Byzantine years. The jazz-influenced "White Flowers" features a groove consisting of an acoustic bass and a piano. Lastly, "Deception" is a hypnotic track for dark rooms and late hours.
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