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this is really awesome! I like the energy that comes across... On the other hand it might lose a little bit of the intimate warmth that a Didgeridoo and this whole live band setting ususally provides in music as it's kind of overpowered by the effects from other instruments. Great though nevertheless. If they came here, I'd totally go see them! An austrian band called RhythMen does music that is in that vein actually, but they have a higher "warmth" factor so to say. I couldn't find a good video from them though, only have dug up ones that show them only playing acoustic ... so it's somehow like the following, think a little electronic besides it

It's time for good news! PANZAR PRODUKTIONZ, "newskool Progressive" label of the first hour, has released another compilation of crunchy, biting true-to-the-core progressive trance! And it's freely available again! Nine new tunes from their roster, a variety of styles! It ranges from colorful dance pieces (such as the tune from Pusherstreet & Etnoscope) over more "massively" arranged tracks up to characteristic progressive stompers made in the style of former Panzar Produktionz releases. Those who knew their first promo compilation, Progressive Bunker, will love it instantly. I'd say it's even better than Progressive Bunker as the artists and the sound has developed further, making it sound even more progressively wonderfully awesome, you really can hear it in the tunes! It is so good to see the Panzar Produktionz project develop further and see that they really mean it, stay true to their principles (releasing kickass progressive trance) and improve their quality on top of that; in my opinion this deserves full support. Get this if you don't want to miss out on a great new progressive trance release with a bit of the vibe from the sound from the old days, sound that comes from the heart and not from the cash machine! V/A - Tank Fuel can be downloaded freely from http://www.panzarproduktionz.com/Download.html All progheads, show your support and get it

yeah, the evil of the samples ... more songs with same sample and you get a salad when the only thing that you remember is the sample ... but frankly, it almost always is... oh and by the way ... I'd never ever would have recognized any song by the description in the first post. never ever. does that speak for anybody else? I don't wanna feel musically naked...

Ahem ... can anybody enlight me what "Alien Jesus" has to do with Protoculture & Armin Van Buuren? Other than nothing that is... Apart from that: I have dug up that Protoculture track "Early Bird" (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEbMwlv26fE) because Lemmi's video is down. But what I hear is actually quite awful to me, I must say. My opinion. What is this? This has nothing to do with Psytrance at all. Actually it wouldn't even belong on this forum if Protoculture had not made it... "The new low" ... well, if it's PSYtrance you wanna talk about here, then that would fit, however, that is not PSYtrance... Hey, Protoculture (when you're reading this), can I ask why you didn't choose another alias? Would have been way more logical. This way it's just confusing. In both ways, to and fro. What's with the people that like the one style and not the other, vice versa?

was going to recommend that aswell cheers

Don't forget: Unreal (Tournament) is reality

A phantastically great album! Thanks for this wonderful release to all people involved. I have written a review for it: http://www.psynews.org/forums/index.php?/topic/60049-etnoscope-way-over-deadline/ Support this and get this!

I'm really glad that the new Etnoscope album is out now - finally. Now it's time to post that review for it that I had on my hands for some time already. It's an absolutely great album. A big thanks to the guys and all people involved in making this release possible and freely available for the public! ::: ETNOSCOPE - WAY OVER DEADLINE The news about the release of a new album by Etnoscope might be coming quite out of the blue. But indeed, there is a new album out by Etnoscope, the same band that brought out a truly great work of tribal psytrance music with their widely acclaimed album "Drums From The Dawn Of Time" in 2003. Now, seven years after their first album, the band is back to make the dancefloors shake again. Many people thought that this never would become reality, that the band was dead and the sound was gone. This release is to prove them otherwise! Etnoscope was in fact actually never really dead, the project just took a long sleep. Details about the full story might be explained somewhere else though as here I'd like to concentrate on the presentation of this new piece. The first thing the listener will recognize is a slight difference in the sound. Even though it is not easy to pinpoint as the songs are actually pretty different from each other and you are also getting some that are still somewhat in the style of the first album, it can generally be said that the overall level of rhythm and sound has become lighter and more technologically refined. The characteristic tribal elements that Etnoscope have become known for are still present at many places, yet I would say that the sound has developed more warmth and less bite. This is a good thing in my opinion though. And in addition to that, this slightly altered approach to sound has left room for more creativity to create unique pieces of musical craftsmanship. Because of this, the tracks themselves are offering plenty of differences compared to another. So let me take you through the tracks: The album starts off with "Odins Kraft". Now, Kraft in german means power and Odin should not need an explanation anyway, thus I thought this to be a mighty and massive track, but I got very surprised with this one - in a very positive way! First of all, it's no monstrous track. It comes on quite calm and balanced, even peaceful in a way. And then it took me completely by surprise that the main element in this song are not sky-enlighting synth melodies (as I kind of expected), but a woman's singing. This is very interesting. I do not know what she sings, but it's obviously a north-european language. The song has a very beautiful atmosphere altogether. I don't know how to exactly describe it, but it has a warm, yet powerful feel to it that has something of ancient times where people gathered around a fire under the stars and were singing and also dancing in rituals for their gods. And that is why the track is so good even though it does not even contain that much power seen from the drums, melodies and all that point of view. But all in all it is as if the whole piece focuses on a deep ancient power that is rooted deeply within earth and the universe... I have heard of people not liking this track too much, but I find it one of the best and most interesting pieces on the album. After this relatively gentle beginning, it's time to get going with a "Guitar Session". Now, the terms "guitar" and "trance" I always have associated with commercial (kinda), but don't expect a cheesy touch now, there is none. This is one of the few guitar tracks that are actually good (in my opinion). That's probably because I can't hear very much characteristical guitar in it anyway, just a bit here and there. But maybe it has been used for a lot more effects (some of which sound interesting) and I just don't know. Nice rhythm, I like the bassline; nice tribal drums too. All in all a solid second track. The next song, "Twilight", is quite different to the first two. It has got a lot more progression compared to the sort of relaxed "floatiness" present in the previous songs and I would say that the bass and rhythm in this one, paired with raw synth effects, is more in the vein of the older stuff from the band. A sample of this song has been online on the Etnoscope site since quite some time and I have played it countless times and annoyed the neighbours with it because I found it so awesome, so I'm very happy to see this song finally released. The main synth that starts in the middle is absolutely addictive for me, I love how it blends into the song and forms a melody-rhythm hybrid. It makes the track actually quite massive. And all in all it is quite entrancing to me, but in a sort of deeper and more down to earth way than most other trance music. Then there comes "Kajiko", a tune fitted with characteristic elements Etnoscope has been using often, such as female singing and tribal drums. But even though these characteristic elements are present, the atmosphere is a bit different, sounding more modern compared to the kind of heavier sound of the previous album. A little bit of melancholy I can sense in the atmosphere as well. The synth melody tempts me to picture an old space station that is finally rediscovered after drifting through time for aeons ... it would be a fitting image, as Etnoscope themselves have sort of been drifting through time for the last few years - and with this track they are finally delivering a piece that has a bit of the atmosphere from the previous album. It's a good song and it sets the mood right for more things to come. Just the right timing, because there are indeed more things to come! After that track there comes a piece called "Sunset", which is obvisouly intentionally named as the counterpart to the magnificent song "Sunrise" on the first album. Again the song contains female singing and also tribal drums. The sound has a more floaty and faster feeling to it than expected, but I was probably thinking too much in the veins of the old sound. I think it should actually not be the intention of a listener to compare everything to the old stuff; Etnoscope have developed further and so has their sound. And "Sunset" is a great song with a very nice melody that indeed gives back a bit of the feeling of the past again... After those two tracks, which were connected to the past to me, I was in the mood for a stomper. And here it comes: it's time for "Might And Magic"! Whoa, what a track. You recognize from the start that there is something big to come - massive synth effects, a distant tribal voice ... and then it starts off! It's fast. It's monstrous. Thunderous. Tribal drums fill the air. And I already get sweaty from listening! This is an intense and altogether happy track where the speed of tribal drums paired with the masterful crafting of massive synth effects even gives you a special tingly feeling overall. It's nicely building up in intensity and holding the high level until the end - absolutely perfect! I was not running to it yet, but I certainly will. This is a real pusher that can make you dance and feel good! Then, after that storm (so to say), it's time for a bit less intensity. And for this purpose, the next track "JävlaSladdar" suits perfectly. The tempo is reduced and the listener gets a break from the intensity of the last track. This one has a clear atmosphere with moderate progression. I like the melody bits being nice and catchy and the whole song being a little easy going, with a bit of guitar adding to the groove. This track is not a particular highlight, but still a really good song. And now here is another one of those moments we have all been waiting for: the track "Medieval". Maybe you haven't been waiting for it if you didn't know it before, but once you listened to it, I bet you'll love it. This song is genious. Think psytrance mixed with medieval party atmosphere - pipers and dancers round the fire, jugglers, alchimists, ... it really is that good! Everything is perfect here: the beat signature is kind of interesting, the flute melody is plain awesome and the atmosphere is really bringing together darkness and joy just the same way as you'd expect from the medieval age. This is truly wonderful. I have not yet witnessed any other artist doing this in even remotely the same great way. With so much energy in the air, a listener needs a nice and gentle comedown. And he needs to be brought back to the future - or whatever time we have now. That's what the track "Freedom" will do for you. It's a nice track with a very relaxed atmosphere, while still being not downtempo. I like the sound of a choir that is in there. An uncomplicated and nice slower piece. Perfectly suitable for bringing your heartbeat back to normal rate after a workout or an intense party without letting you sleep off... The last track, "Wierdo Swingo" is a piece of downtempo. And it is actually very welcome, because I would not be ready to be lead out into the outside world just yet, I still want to rest a little while in warmth and comfort. And this piece is perfect for it ... the sound chills the listener in an harmonic and nice way, with a very gentle rhythm. The song feels like a cosy cave, lit with candles and full of warmth. Very nice to end this wonderful album and this wonderful travel through all kinds of different settings and sound structrures. So the journey has come to an end. As a summary I would say that this is one of the most interesting works released lately. There is something on there for everybody - playful upbeat tunes, powerful progressive tracks, floaty passages, deep and powerful songs, massive stompers, gentle swingers ... and even a perfect chill track. And even when going through so many dfferent styles, the album fees as a whole and no tune is out of place. Gently yet powerful, with a lot of "warmth", that is how I would describe the sound of Etnoscope. And this is a perfect piece to showcase every aspect of it! Interestingly, a pre-release version of the album had a different tracklist where especially the track "Odins Kraft" was placed not as the first one, but later on the tracklist. Instead of it, "Kajiko" was the first one. I kind of liked this arrangement a little better than the current one ... but that does of course not diminish the quality and goodness in any way. After all, everybody can arrange their own playlist. And actually, each of the tracks is such a solid and good work of musical art that each of them can well stand alone - they don't need a peculiar order or a playlist to sound good. Finally, I'd like to add that the mastering of the album is actually excellent, with a clear and crisp sound that feels very comfortable on the ears. And at last, I'd like to say a big "thank you" to everybody involved in the creation of this album for bringing this awesome piece of sound to the public! Favourite tracks: 1 (!!), 2, 3 (!), 5, 6 (!), 8 (!!) Get the free release from Ektoplazm: http://www.ektoplazm.com/2010/etnoscope-way-over-deadline RTP 2010

really nice track I like it ... and what appears to be the B-side of that record (M.S.B.O.Y.) is great too... I never pictured Eric Prydz to be an interesting artist, I hate Call On Me

do you mean Kode IV - Silicon Civilisation? that one actually didn't knock me off the chair...

Yes, people, don't miss this! Drums From The Dawn Of Time is among the best albums in psytrance history for me and it's an absolutely awesome thing that they release it for free now. And another new Etnoscope album "Way Over Deadline" is coming aswell!

now I understand it better... I also have one great mate and I imagine if we were together performing as such an artist, it would probably all go totally wrong aswell if we had to take care about everything all by ourselves ... a few sips of good whisky too much here and there and suddenly missing a plane would appear relative ... hehehe But if it was all done oh so professionally, it would probably stop being fun. And that's the most important thing after all. So I just hope things don't go wrong when go I see them one day And about the album, I'm confident that they'll bring it out sooner or later...

Hello all I don't know how many follow news about S-Range here, but I just found out that he has released a new live set from Full Moon Festival 2010 ... and I'd like to share the news... Liveset available at: http://r.fm/artist/s-range/ It's definitely worth a listen if you are interested what sound Anthony's producing nowadays. You hear quite a lot of tracks from his remixes album from last year, but there's some new ones too and these are worth the listen. The full track Maxx Range (preview on his Myspace) is among these aswell. If you want to listen to the new stuff only, skip the first half an hour. I think they're quite good, even though it's fullon ... there's also something of the old S-Range mood still shimmering through I'm posting this because there ought to be a new S-Range album coming soon if you believe the news and I'm sure that the sound on the album is most definitely going to be like that... Don't ask me when the album comes though, I have no clue. Anyone knows? hehe...

I'm sorry to hear that some peoples good spirits have been let down... but on a sidenote, I think that AP somehow have a talent when it comes to missing flights ... it seems to happen quite often ... anybody remembers the story where they were too drunk and didn't catch the plane...? this time it was obviously not their fault, but man... I'm really happy that no shit happened as I saw them. Good luck seeing them next time to you guys. ... oh and what about that damn album? is there a date? anything official?

holy * @ the Nathan Fake track. absolutely awesome. Totally worth looking into this thread! Thanks Nectarios the Todd Terry tune (from threadstarter) is already a bit too housy in my opinion ... can't suggest anything exactly similar, but when you wanna know what "psy-house"ish stuff I dig lately, then check out some tunes of the new Shiva Chandra release "Tones EP": http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbJNyIA9p9I

next time show him the ohm tatoo I hate such elitist fucks. You might think goa scene is free of them, but it ain't ... and that's what I hate most, because isn't that scene ... ummm ... tolerant?

this is interesting, because I too saw him playing just 14 days ago ... and he did the same to me! I can't describe it, I have never felt like that before ... it was like somebody having attached strings to me, directing me like a puppet, even though I swear to god not having taken drugs except a ridiculously small amount of beer. I think, for the first time in my life I have been into something such as "trance" ... because until to that point, all that I felt when on psy arties was EUPHORIA, but not trance! What flashed me the most was the time perception ... I was thinking having been already dancing for two hours, while Rother did not even have played one! That was so strange, I was almost getting sick and scared, but fortunately the music was so gentle to not make me freak out (if this happened on a psy party I'd certainly have flipped). But after some time, my perception became clearer, more whole, crisp clear and sharp vision and such. And after Rother was done, it was all gone all of a sudden. I never have felt anything like this before. Totally interesting. And the atmosphere was great ... this was supposed to be a big party on a festival, but it was utterly badly promoted and there were almost no people, only 100 instead of the supposed 2000! It was almost like a private small party from some rich as fuck person ... totally strange. I have payed 27 Euros and I just went ther to see Rother (because the festival was actually shit and no people), but it was worth every cent, such an awesome experience ... and because there were no people, I could even walk up front and shake hands with the man himself ... normally this would never have been possible if I hadn't payed for the super expensive VIP ticket (an absolutely idiotic practice). So there's only positivity to report ... even though that was surely a one-time event because the promoter and organizer have probably lost a huge amount of money because so little people were there...

oh noooo ... but then it's only half as cool ... I was already picturing one totally crazy sweating and panting middle-aged grumpy-looking man with a loosely fitting suit in front of the piano, sitting in a bowed-down position, hands cramped, red face, hissing breathing... the video you showed there has a far too serious touch.

hey, Bahamut ... you know, normally I'm not such a big fan of the piano stuff you are posting ... but this is awesome! seriously awesome! but how can one play this ... it's insanely fast.

yess, we have such a store here in Vienna too ... but the clerks were not so superstitious, they admitted having little to no clue. I remember I ordered the last S-Range single there, years ago ... because I had no credit card to order it online... But the CDs were regular price there, so no hunting. Interestingly, the last time I was there they cleared their shelves so I got some cheap ones

Atmos - Headcleaner Auricular - Audion Etnoscope - Drums From the Dawn of Time Eat Static - Science of the Gods Solar Fields - Blue Moon Station

at least they are honest now and there's no further date juggling August is a good guess, I doubt it will be sooner, rater a bit later. But they'd be stupid if they didn't release it this year...

couldn't agree more... It was so cool. Already the smell in these stores ... a little bit old, basement style, smoke and dust in the air. And always the cick-click sound merging into the sound of the music plaing in the background (which to this day never was a single piece that I actually wanted to listen to) when flipping through the rows of CDs. And the "flash" when you've found something ... it's a feeling I picture like a fisherman making a giant catch. Awesome, totally awesome! And the good thing for me is, that these times are not entirely over yet! Some of the shops still exist ... and we still have got that once every several weeks CD fair I used to be at very often until two years ago or so. So it's not all dead yet, even though the chances of finding something really good have decreased by a large amount. Still, one day I might go hunting again when I'm near one of the shops... my cheers go to all the other CD hunter fellows of the past and present...

Holy shit, this is awesome why the heck didn't I discover this earlier? anyway ... a really awesome track. I think of Bioshock listening to it ("Bathysphere", duh) ... and it even fits, creating a flight through that underwater city as it still was big time alive... Very very good! Seriously.

haha, I looked at the pics some days ago and then it got so late at night I didn't even reply anymore totally fascinating and totally awesome!