Argot is hosting its first label showcase at Cameo Gallery this Saturday, July 19th. The night features the talents of Gunnar Haslam, Octo Octa (live), Policy, and LWE’s own Steve Mizek, and we want to give you a chance to be there for free. Just click this link and follow the instructions for your chance […]
DJ Debriefing with John Osborn (Includes Exclusive Mix)
John Osborn reached out with an exclusive mix recorded at a secret location in Tokyo, so LWE decided to catch up with this sought after selector.
LWE Reviews Riverwest Fest 2014
Riverwest Fest debuted in Chicago this past weekend, and LWE’s editor-in-chief, Steve Mizek, was there to pay witness.
LWE Reviews EM15
Our second festival review of the season by Elly Schook reports on the combined Mutek and Elektra festivals which joined forces on their 15th anniversary.
LWE’s Guide to Riverwest Festival 2014
LWE has prepared this quick guide to Riverwest Festival with our picks highlighted.
LWE Reviews Movement 2014
The first of two festival reviews starts with LWE’s report on Movement Festival 2014.
Larsson, Close To The River EP
Larsson’s Close To The River EP succeeds where its predecessors have fallen, integrating latent dub influences into strong house frameworks.
Steven Tang, Leaving the Physical World
Leaving the Physical World, Steven Tang’s follow-up 12″ for Smallville, feels a bit more limber and carefree than his full-length for the label.
Jeff Derringer, Beat to Quarters
In nautical terms, a “beat to quarters” was a loud drum pattern designed to signal a ship’s crew to prepare for battle. Given the historical background, this new EP from Jeff Derringer is a suitably brutal affair.
A open letter from LWE’s editor-in-chief
Hello everyone, You may have noticed recently that Little White Earbuds has been publishing less content on an irregular schedule. This is the shape of things to come here at LWE as we downshift from the hectic and increasingly unsustainable daily publication schedule we once kept. Publishing podcasts, reviews, and features when they’re ready as […]
LWE Podcast 200: Prosumer
There is no more suitable capstone for LWE’s podcast series than a mix from Prosumer, who rose to the occasion with a fun and funk filled 75 minutes I’ve been dreaming about since starting LWE.
Marco Bernardi, Floating EP
Marco Bernardi follows EPs for modern UK-house brands Hypercolour and Futureboogie with a disc for the rather more appropriate and low-key label Happy Skull, a venture of locally renowned DJs and enthusiasts of the underground the Kelly Twins.
Little White Earbuds Interview Francis Inferno Orchestra
LWE caught up with Francis Inferno Orchestra via email to learn about dealing with success, his new label, Superconscious Records, and leaving home.
LWE Podcast 199: Gerd Janson
Gerd Janson last spoke to LWE as part of a Talking Shop interview in 2010, and kindly carved out some time to chat with us again from his home in Lorsch. He offered insights on his soft touch A&R style, how his DJ/critic side influences the music he’s making, and his personal connection with every Running Back reissue. Janson also mixed together LWE’s 199th exclusive podcast, nearly 90 minutes of musical bliss we’ve been looking forward to for a long time.
LWE Podcast 163: Vakula is archived this week
LWE Podcast 163, brought to us by Vakula, was a mix of ethereal, tripped-out house. Be sure to add it to your collection before it’s archived this Friday, May 2nd.
Max Loderbauer, Claudio Puntin, and Samuel Rohrer, Ambiq
On Ambiq, Max Lodebauer collaborates with Swiss clarinet virtuoso Claudio Puntin and drummer Samuel Rohrer for an LP of low-lit grooves and ominous ambience that combines live instrumentation and warm desk work to great effect.
Copeland, Because I’m Worth It
Inga Copeland’s first full length since the split of Hype Williams is a luminously brusque listen, one that invites repeat listens despite its downtrodden tone.
Curator’s Cuts 36: Steve Mizek
LWE’s editor-in-chief Steve Mizek compiled Curator’s Cuts 36. We will post the tracklist later in the week, as the curator discloses and describes it as part of the podcast.
Golden Donna, II
The follow up to Golden Donna’s 2012 self-titled debut LP on 100% parent label, Not Not Fun Records, II has the potential to impress most people lucky enough to hear the cassette or snag it digitally.
Hotel Lauer, Brudis
Hotel Lauer, the duo of Philip Lauer and his brother Jacob, makes their debut on Live At Robert Johnson with the arpeggiated and infectious Brudis.