Black Leather is Sam Paganini’s third release on Drumcode, and it fits and enriches the vision of the label perfectly.
Tracklist: Sam Paganini – Black Leather EP (Drumcode, DC119)
01. Chocolate
02. Domino
03. Black Leather
04. Daegon
01. Chocolate
You recognize these Paganini stabs instantly, they guide you steadily and rising through the track. Hypnotic swirls creates the mood and tune you into the story, while atmospheric loops keep you in motion.
02. Domino
Kicks in with a bang, finishes with a zing. The sound fills out the room quickly … it drives you to the end of this large cathedral and pulls you back in the spot at the same moment. Bells of high spirit calling from ancient time arise, and you thankfully fall into prayer mode guided by this warm and shepherd bass guitar – it gifts the track it’s techno soul groove and roundness.
03. Black Leather
Starting with a dark atmosphere sets the tone and than loops in the background. Pounding techno combined with solid drums which rides you into the depth of space … you could possibly say its made for the Berghain floor around noon on Sunday when the party takes off.
04. Daegon
A refreshing orchestra of sounds based on a firm but fluid bass foundation, tied together by the Paganini drums. Minimal and classic.
Conclusion: as mentioned before, an enrichment for Drumcode: a stunning release!
Buy release: Vinyl 01 // Vinyl 02 // Digital
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