pr0fane Posted April 12, 2010 Share Posted April 12, 2010 Artist: Antix Title: Cavalier Label: Iboga Records Format: Double CD + Digital download (MP3/Wav) one month later Release date: May 2010 Release information: "Cavalier", the much anticipated new Antix album is finally getting the long-awaited release in May. It’s the fourth album by the Antix-brothers from New Zealand on the Danish label Iboga Records, and once again they have surpassed themselves. The album is a double CD format, consisting of 9 original creations accompanied by 10 top quality remixes from the likes of Hernan Catteneo, Djuma Soundsystem, Beckers, Erphun, Dousk, Jamie Stevens and Tim Richards - tunes with both the dance floor and the pure pleasure of listening in mind. "Cavalier" is choreographed in a mixed format designed to evoke and enhance the Antix vibe whilst taking the listener on a journey, and the Antix trademark is very coherent in all their productions; crispy rhythmic hooks, minor harmonies, melancholic drifting pads and gentle swishes and fizzes. With the first listen you feel as though you are in very good hands. "We have spent the longest time in the production on "Cavalier" compared to our previous albums, we wanted it to be something special, a new chapter in our lives. We realize with the introduction of digital downloads most people will be able to purchase the tracks as singles, so we crafted the CD as one continuous edit, so the listeners have something that they can take away with them on a holiday or on a long car journey". The album EP's "Box of Birds", "The Hoard" and "Manta" have already set the benchmark of what is in store, getting praise and support from the likes of Dave Seaman, Nick Warren, King Unique, John Digweed, Stephan Bodzin, Paul Oakenfold, Jerome Isma-Ae and Laurent Garnier to name just a few, and the full album has even more treats. About the tracks: “The Hoard” (Album rendition); from the get go you are locked in a washed out and distorted symphonic intro with this very special edit. It’s a clubbed up version of the original mix (which was championed by John Digweed on his Transitions show) with its subterranean bass line and chugging chords - a perfect intro into this new Antix long player. "Manta" swoops and soars as the title suggests into the album's namesake "Cavalier". "Cavalier" gallops its way to a triumphant finale, a definitive stand out moment. "Under the Shade" is the album's most melodically infectious tune with its rock chords, retro drums and pop structure. This track is seductively charming and an instant favorite. From here we encroach on what is new territory for Antix with "Lost & Found" - in this case Indie Dance, which shows their diversity and skill to adapt their sound to different genres. It has a very Depeche Mode/Unkle vibe to it and is a fascinating composition, constantly evolving under lush vocals and a catchy arpeggiated hook securing a very solid yet ingenious dance floor approach. "Out of Sorts" keeps with the Antix ethos of a hypnotic shuffling rhythm. It relies on a taut robotic funk and pulsing bottom end with a pitched down vocal. "Let the Right One In" on the other hand has an organic slower energy with its clever use of affectless vocal samples taking you on a cruise through the countryside with a more minimal but very hypnotic approach. "Box of Birds". Not a lot more can be said about this stellar release. It was the first installment of the 3 EP's and will definitely ruffle your feathers with its haunting pads, up-front slap-bass, and tight analogue riff giving you a glimpse of life from above the clouds. "Miro", the album's final track, is more like an outro reminiscent of a classic 'Chain Reaction' cut from the mid nineties. It slowly builds to a wondrous crescendo, leaving you gently back at your door step with the sounds of waves crashing on the shore. Tracklist for Antix - Cavalier: 01. The Hoard (Album rendition) 02. Manta 03. Cavalier 04. Under the Shade 05. Lost & Found / Feat. Mark Ridout 06. Out of Sorts 07. Let the right one in 08. Box of Birds 09. Miro List of remixers for Cavalier - Remixed: Hernan Catteneo Erphun Djuma Soundsystem Continuum Jamie Stevens Opiuo Tim Richards Joel Armstrong Frank Beckers Dousk Links: Antix on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/antixfiord Iboga Records website: http://www.iboga.dk Iboga Records on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/ibogarecords Iboga Records fanpage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ibogarecords Iboga Records group on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=7523410676 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amphiton Posted April 13, 2010 Share Posted April 13, 2010 Finally, looking forward. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pr0fane Posted April 13, 2010 Author Share Posted April 13, 2010 Tracklist for the remix-CD (order might be changed): 01. The Hoard (Dousk Remix) 02. Let The Right One In (Joel Armstrong Remix) 03. Let The Right One In (Hernan Catteneo & Sound Exile Remix) 04. Out of Sorts (Opiou Remix) 05. Under the shade (Continuum Remix) 06. Lost & Found (Jamie Stevens Remix) 07. Box of Birds (Djuma Soundsystem Remix) 08. Box of Birds (Erphun Remix) 09. The Hoard (Tim Richards Remix) 10. Manta (Beckers Remix) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pr0fane Posted May 14, 2010 Author Share Posted May 14, 2010 Can finally be ordered on 2xCD now! http://www.psyshop.com/shop/CDs/ibo/ibo2cd070.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pr0fane Posted June 8, 2010 Author Share Posted June 8, 2010 Out now as digital download on Beatport.com! https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/245278/Cavalier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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