May 5, 2023
As the echoes of the early 90s subside, the era of UK rave culture continues to cast a long, vibrant shadow on the electronic music landscape. Among the labyrinthine archives of the era’s classics, one name resonates as both a beacon and an enigma - Illuminatae. In 1993, their seminal record, “Tremora Del Terra,” graced the world with a tantalizing glimpse of techno transcendence. At the time, the track might have been considered a fleeting moment in the rapidly evolving landscape of electronic music.
As the clock rewinds to the era of the late 1980s, we find ourselves entrenched in the pulsating heart of Chicago’s thriving dance music scene, where Maurice Joshua was cementing his place as a pioneer of the genre. The seasoned DJ and producer, who would later go on to establish his own label, Nu Soul, has left an indelible mark on the annals of electronic dance music, and his 1988 release on Trax Records Ltd.
Sleezy D.’s “I’ve Lost Control” remains an emblem of the golden age of Chicago house music, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the world of one of the scene’s more enigmatic figures. Released in 1986, the record has aged remarkably well, its spellbinding beats and hypnotic vocals continuing to enthrall listeners in the present day.
From today’s perspective, it is hard to believe that the song was the result of a mix-up, its origins clouded in confusion and controversy.
In the early 90s, a wave of musical innovation swept the globe, revolutionizing the electronic music scene. Among the iconic figures who emerged from this era was Mike Dunn, a multifaceted DJ, producer, and vocalist hailing from the heart of Chicago. Known for his infectious energy and unparalleled prowess, Dunn’s discography boasts a diverse range of tracks that have indelibly left their mark on the annals of house music history. One of his most notable releases from that time, the Magic Feet (The Remixes) EP, still commands attention today, over three decades after its initial release.
Picture this: it’s 1989, the Berlin Wall is falling, and the world is on the brink of a new era. In the midst of this rapidly changing landscape, Hula & K. Fingers, two core members of Da Posse, along with Maurice Joshua (known as Maurice in the group), release a record that would embody the spirit of its time, yet feel utterly timeless even today. Let us take a stroll down memory lane and rediscover “Searchin’ Hard,” a pioneering gem in the history of dance music.
As the Earth completes yet another journey around the sun, it is time to revisit a timeless masterpiece from the annals of techno history. Let us embark on a thrilling adventure to the very edge of the cosmos, as we explore the groundbreaking 1992 release “The Final Frontier” by the enigmatic and fiercely independent collective known as Underground Resistance.
Born in the chaotic socio-political landscape of post-Reagan America, Underground Resistance emerged from the smoldering ashes of Detroit’s deteriorating urban landscape.
In the realm of electronic music, few records have had the lasting impact of The MD Connection’s seminal 1992 release, “Tracks That Move Ya Again (Part I + Part II),” a record that breathed new life into the underground dance scene and took the world by storm. Now, more than three decades later, we take a trip down memory lane to reminisce about this game-changing release that still moves us to this day.