SHDW & Obscure Shape - Versionen 008 [printed sleeve]

Catalog: FAM008
Label: From Another Mind
Genre: Techno
Release date: 15 Aug 2021 (back in)
Format: 2x12"

Tracklisting 
A1 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Die Prophezeiung (Hadone Version)
A2 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Der Weg Des Kriegers (MRD Version)
B1 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Die Augen Des Teufels (Stigmata Version 1)
B2 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Blick Des Bösen (Exium Version) (Exium remix)
C1 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Kein Entkommen (Héctor Oaks As DJKAOS Version)
C2 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Bisswunden (Introversion Version)
D1 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Verlorene Seelen (Ø [Phase] Version)
D2 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Feuersturm (DJ Boss Version)
D3 SHDW & Obscure Shape - Die Augen Des Teufels (Stigmata Version 2)

From Another Mind celebrates its fifth anniversary with 'Versionen 008’, a mammoth remix package of SHDW & Obscure Shape tracks from Héctor Oaks, Ø [Phase], Exium, and more. Comprising nine remixes of the German producer/DJ outfit, 'Versionen 008' covers four sides of vinyl and features adaptations from a wealth of modern techno talent, rising stars, and scene veterans alike, with Hadone, MRD, Stigmata, Exium, Héctor Oaks AKA DJKAOS11, Introversion, Ø [Phase], and DJ Boss making contributions.

With the influences across the release darting between acid, techno, and rave, 'Versionen 008' is a no holds barred journey into the sounds of dark, cavernous rooms and sweaty basements alike, providing a keen insight into who SHDW & Obscure Shape are passionate about as artists. From the fast-paced, dub techno infused MRD version of ‘Der Weg Des Kriegers’, the explosive energy in Exium’s remix of ‘Blick Des Bösen’, to the two versions of ‘Die Augen Des Teufels’ by Stigmata, who effortlessly provides a dose of early 2000’s nostalgia, all aspects of the pair’s musical tastes are covered.

Héctor Oaks takes ‘Kein Entkommen’ in an otherworldly direction, painting the track with his signature voice, while Ø [Phase] brings his powerful and hypnotic sound to the duos ‘Verlorene Seelen’. Elsewhere on the release, ‘Die Prophezeiung’ receives a shot of trancey energy from France’s Hadone and Introversion breathes new life into ‘Blisswunden’, developing the track into a melodic dream amongst metallic percussion. The penultimate ‘Feuersturm’ gets the DJ Boss treatment, as the Slovakian DJ/producer transforms the track into a dynamic late-night roller.

Taking in these variety of moods across the remixes, the compilation sways between different strains of techno, from anthems to DJ tools, covering both modern and vintage to provide a diverse compilation that will no doubt be warmly welcomed by DJs and listeners alike. Favouring fiercely high-energy and gritty productions, the duo has used the label as an outlet for their dark, intense sound to the rapturous responses from DJs and dancefloors and 'Versionen 008' sees them celebrate five years of the imprint in typically uncompromising fashion.

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