LWE caught up with Barfod about the necessity of playing live, his new project The Circle, and his relationship to the under- and overground electronic music scenes. The long-time DJ also created LWE’s 126th exclusive podcast, one which places his own sound into context as it raises listeners’ pulses and gets feet tapping.
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Exclusive Download of the Week: Machinedrum, Luster
June 22, 2012 – 10:01 AM
This week’s EXCLUSIVE download is an unreleased track by Machinedrum in support of the website Electronic Explorations.
LWE Podcast 125: Tobias Freund
June 18, 2012 – 12:01 AM
LWE got in touch with Freund to quiz him about his new album with Atomâ„¢, the secret to a good collaboration, and whether we’ll be hearing more from NSI in the near future. He also put together our 125th exclusive podcast, a far reaching collection of influences and favorites that beams you directly into the mind of one of dance music’s most enduring players.
Exclusive Download of the Week: Marcos Cabral, Sweet & Sour
June 15, 2012 – 10:01 AM
Marcos Cabral offers a sneak preview of his new EP on his own Hamilton Dance Records, a gorgeously “Sweet & Sour” ambient tune.
LWE Podcast 124: Pittsburgh Track Authority
June 11, 2012 – 12:31 AM
LWE sat down with PTA in Detroit during Movement weekend, discussing the group’s surprising origins in drum and bass, the tribulations of being based in Pittsburgh, and their plans to conquer America as a live act. PTA also contributed LWE’s 124th exclusive podcast, a thrilling mixture of present and future releases demonstrating the breadth of their sound.
Download of the Week: Geiom + My Panda Shall Fly, Telephone Telepathy
June 8, 2012 – 10:45 AM
This week’s download finds Geiom collaborating with My Panda Shall Fly on a tune that strives to put the “future” in future bass.
Curator’s Cuts 24: Kuri Kondrak
June 4, 2012 – 12:01 AM
LWE staff writer Kuri Kondrak compiled Curator’s Cuts 24. We will post the tracklist later in the week, as the curator discloses and describes the tracklist as part of the podcast.
LWE Podcast 123: Osunlade
May 28, 2012 – 12:01 AM
LWE tracked down Osunlade on his island home of Santorini to talk about his passions outside of music, why his last album will be his last house album and what his dedication to Ifá means to his music. He also put together our 123rd exclusive podcast, a wonderful blend of influences and inspirations that will perfectly soundtrack your long summer days.
Exclusive Download of the Week: Fur, Cocoon (Fred P Reshape)
May 25, 2012 – 12:01 AM
This week’s download is an exciting exclusive from the UNO NYC label: Fred P’s twilit remix of Fur’s “Cocoon.” Deep vibes await.
LWE Podcast 122: Midland
May 21, 2012 – 12:01 AM
Midland created LWE’s 122nd exclusive podcast, a mammoth perfect example of a timeless journey through sounds and styles that will become an instant fixture on your playlists.
LWE Podcast 121: Delano Smith
May 14, 2012 – 12:01 AM
Delano Smith put together LWE’s 121st exclusive podcast, an on-the-fly excursion through some of his past and present favorites that will leave you in no doubt as to the prowess of one of Detroit’s founding fathers.
DOTW: Helium Robots, Bring Drinking (Tuff City Kids Remix)
May 11, 2012 – 10:01 AM
This week’s download finds Gerd Janson and Phillip Lauer doing their thing as Tuff City Kids to a T.
LWE Podcast 120: Philogresz
May 7, 2012 – 12:01 AM
Philogresz is responsible for our 120th exclusive podcast, which is a special spotlight on his Phil label, highlighting the best of their releases to date and allowing a sneak peak at some forthcoming attractions.
LWE Podcast 119: Roof Light
April 30, 2012 – 12:01 AM
LWE contacted Roof Light to discuss his music and were welcomed with a thought-provoking, revealing insight into the mind of the producer. He also gave us our 119th exclusive podcast, a spellbinding mix of grainy, wide-screen ambience full of his own productions and those of kindred spirits.
DOTW: Alex Israel, Spite Donkey Scolding Leech
April 27, 2012 – 10:01 AM
This week’s download from Alex Israel gets a big funky jump on his new EP for Crème Organization.
Curator’s Cuts 23: Harry Sword
April 23, 2012 – 12:01 AM
LWE staff writer Harry Sword compiled Curator’s Cuts 23. We will post the tracklist later in the week, as the curator discloses and describes the tracklist as part of the podcast.
DOTW: BMG & Derek Plaslaiko, When Is She Coming Back? (BMG Dub)
April 20, 2012 – 10:01 AM
This week’s download, courtesy of BMG and Derek Plaslaiko, will elicit frightened goosebumps on the dance floor.
LWE Podcast 118: Andy Blake
April 16, 2012 – 12:01 AM
As LWE found chatting with Andy Blake, he remains as resolutely idealistic, passionately opinionated and committed to the principles of DIY as ever. He also provided us with LWE Podcast 118, a blinding 75 minutes of vibing house music so good he preferred to keep its tracklist a secret.