Sahko Finland レコード& CD

Review: A minimalist masterpiece, this 12" captures the raw, uncompromising spirit of the early days of Sahko, the Finnish label which brought us Pan(a)sonic, Jimi Tenor and many other greats. On Side-1, 'Kuvio' pulses with hypnotic precision, its sparse yet resonant bleep pattern unfolding with a mechanical elegance that defines the label's aesthetic. Stripped to its essential elements, it's a study in restraintievery kick, every frequency shift carefully placed for maximum impact. Side-2 ventures into more atmospheric terrain, offering an extended take on an excerpt from the Sahko Movie soundtrack. Dubby electro textures intertwine with eerie space-age sonics, creating a sense of vastness and isolation. There's a weightless quality to it, as if floating in some abandoned industrial zone, the echoes of machines long dormant still humming in the background. Originally from the Metri album, 'Kuvio' distills the essence of its eraiwhere techno, ambient and experimental electronics blurred into something both cerebral and deeply physical. It remains a timeless document of innovation, showcasing a singular vision that continues to influence artists across genres. Essential listening for those who appreciate the purity of sound design and the art of reduction.

Review: A aka Mika Vainio's 'Fermionit' is a significant release from the late Finnish producer, who passed away in 2017. Originally featured in a Belgium Detuned 6x12 boxset just before his death, the track received critical acclaim from collectors and fans. Now, it returns to Mika's own Sahko label for a well-deserved 12" release. 'Fermionit' embodies the essence of Finnish techno with its minimalistic, cold and stark sound. The track's passive-aggressive edge showcases Vainio's signature style, blending raw, unfiltered textures with a profound sense of depth. This release not only honors Vainio's legacy but also offers a chance for new listeners to experience the pure DNA of Finnish techno. An essential listen for fans of minimalist and avant-garde electronic music.

Review: Wow. When you're writing about music releases it's often tempting to present difficult to describe tunes as unique. That's not always factually accurate, though, as is clear when you come across something like this seven-way bag of the wonderfully bizarre. Half the stuff on here, at least, really does defy categorisation, although we can probably lump it all together as experimental, industrial-leaning electronic music with avant-garde tendencies. And a libido. What that describes varies wildly. Nuke Watch's 'NWPJS Perc' interprets the term as a kind of slow build, low BPM workout made up of what could well be the noise of various tools, pipes and taps being struck. Umfang delivers a dark and menacing hip hop-electro instrumental, packed with atmosphere and pent up energy. Ana Fosca goes for shrill refrains and drones. Egg Meat serves a dominatrix of off-time weirdo-techno tones with mind melting percussive cacophonies.