Bassline Providerz 3 - Manuel Fischer (Ozelot)

Title: Bassline Providerz 3

Artist: ManueL Fischer

Label: Ozelot

Cat Number: Ozelot006

Genre: Techno

A1: Dark Shark

A2: Doomsday Preppers

B1: Barking Shiba In Shibuya

It’s not straightforward on this occasionally jarring, but always interesting release, where discord and harmony exist side-by-side. As its name suggests, ‘Bassline Providerz 3’ doesn’t skimp on low-end dynamics. It’s no one trick pony though, presenting an intriguing percussive cornucopia. There is an improvised, quirky feel throughout the release, irrespective of the track. As a result, ‘Barking Shiba In Shibuya’ with its low-key, compelling, but unorthodox cadence is the most conventional tune here. ‘Doomsday Preppers’ is a blend of sparse, tight beats and a wobbling background bass, and ‘Dark Shark’ a synthesis of electric souk beats.