Nu Jazz, Funk, Broken Beat
Pitchben - Pitchslap - Compost
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- Category: Releases Nu-Jazz, Funk, Broken Beat
- Published on Sunday, 13 November 2011 02:27
- Written by Super User
It’s the 80s. A young boy is growing up to the soundtrack of Electro Funk, drawing influence from the likes of Jackson, The Whispers and D-Train and developing a genuine passion for music. Around 20 years later in 2011, this boy is releasing his debut album “Pitchslap” on Compost Records. This root of funk has been a constant since his childhood. Exploring new territories in the 90s Pitchben, known as ‘M-Tech’ at the time, started to deejay and produce at the young age of 13. Working the turntables like an instrument, he became one of the key figures in the world of Scratching and Turntablism. In 2002 he won the German DMC finals with a scratched interpretation of “Break Machine – Street Dance”.
Since this rather intense excursion Pitchben is focusing on production, sounddesign and audio engineering, crafting as well his own music but also coproducing the works of other artists such as 6 time DJ World Champion ‘Rafik’. Unsatisfied with the homestudio-path that has been taken by most contemporary music it is now his mission to not only bring back that authentic 80s sound, but to join the authentic production style of that era with a modern touch. This means: real scores for authentic string and brass section s were recorded by top notch musicians while the featured vocalists present skill levels easily comparable to those of 80s singers. This teams up with huge synths and drums, creating the fresh big sound that can only be produced in a modern studio environment.
In 2010 Compost Records signed Pitchben for a full length album immediately after receiving only a two track demo. The final result “Pitchslap” will be available in November 2011 alongside 12” singles, remixes by Tiger & Woods, Lorenz Rhode, Krazy Baldhead, Alexander Maier, Sportloto, Rafik and some nice tools (LED T-Shirts, Snippet-CD with a Rafik mix and a 7inch with two songs of the album in a rough Rare Groove-, Funk - esthetics). Watch out.
Pitchben is currently preparing for live-appereances consisting of either a DJ-set and a full stage show featuring live guitarist, electric bass player and vocalists.
DJ-Quotes:
That's really the kind of futuristic-retro-funk i've been waiting for a long time! :) Outstanding arrangements and careful production. Respect man, you've got some quality material here.
Krazy Baldhead
Loving the low slung boogie funk badness of Pitchben---proper party rockers!
Ursula 1000 (ESL Music/New York)
Yes baby ! This is the kind of dirty sexy disco-funk i'm in love with. I can already smell sweat.
Llorca / Art Of Tones
Taking us back to suede pumas & Lee jeans, Pitchben drops the heavyweight 80's back to the future funk!
Nickodemus
Retro/Future (?!) funk can be flat and fall short of the soul it used to thrive off all too often. This seems to hit the mark though. Quality production too. Will support!
Adam Scrimshire (Wah Wah 45s)
Hey - gave this a proper listen last night.... madness....... like Chromeo on crack. I loved it...
Gareth Owen (Electronic Beats)
WOW, this is amazing... Sounds like UKS Crazy P in parts... love love love..
Phat Phil Cooper
Every track is a funk stomper. Great album. Cant wait for the remixes.
Shir Khan
Tracklisting:
1. “Pitchslap“ (3:34)
2. “(Don’t Trust) Mr. Berkofsky“ (5:35)
3. “Keep Giving Me Love“ (5:53)
4. “Friday Night“ (4:31)
5. “Time Machine“ (4:31)
6. “Raw Colors“ (6:06)
7. “Soda“ (5:40)
8. “Unique“ (5:15)
9. “Mudwheel“ (3:47)
10. “Stand Up“ (4:41)