''The history of UK rave culture packaged acoustically''
David Fuchs (Rave Correspondent)
Wednesday 28 February 2024
Tuesday 27 February 2024
DDR003 Advert
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Acrelid - Illegal Rave Tapes Selektion 1999-2012 2xLP + Rave Magazine
Dance Data Records: DDR003
“Illegal Rave Tapes” is the first ever wax treatment for Acrelid, courtesy of Dance Data Records. Originally comprised of 134 tracks, this distilled selection by label head Dreams (@dreams__ps) is a snapshot of John Lee Richardson’s archive of music from between 1999-2012. Since the ripe age of 12, he’s been drawing inspiration from the UK rave scene in the 90’s that he found himself in. That spark was the beginning of a lifelong obsession. He set out to capture the essence of what he felt and saw surrounding him during that time; whether it was via recording loops out of a playstation 1 to cassette / CD or borrowing any other gear he could get his hands on / that people would lend him. What’s less important than all the gear he used are the sounds he captured with them. “Sinister beats” that all share a driving quality of rhythm, spanning across smudged influences from jungle to acid and the BBC Radiophonic Workshop transmissions. It’s clear from the tunes that this is someone who’s clocked 1000’s of hours tinkering and refining his sound, and who has squeezed every function out of his machines, just for the fun of it all. Having seldom released music since the 90’s, John’s been waiting for the right moment to share it with the world, and this collection has very much been worth the wait.”
Words by Jesse Sappell @motion_ward
Credits: Artwork & Design by @the_acrelid
All tracks by @the_acrelid
Video by @the_acrelid
Mastered by Mark at A Colourful Storm Mastering @acolourfulstorm
Cat #: DDR003
Genres: Rave, Acid, Breakbeat, Jungle, IDM
Techno VINYL: COPIES ARE SOLD VIA OUR DISTRO @rubadubgla & @oneyewitness. IF BASED IN EU/UK PLEASE REACH OUT TO THEM FOR STOCK INQUIRES. ONLY 50 COPIES STATESIDE. **Includes a 16-page colour zine designed by Acrelid, transforming thatcheraian-era anti-rave news propaganda and 90’s UK culture into incredibly thoughtful lore, providing a never before seen look into the world of the artist behind the Illegal Rave Tapes.** Get This Record Before They Do!
Monday 26 February 2024
Monday 19 February 2024
Discosafari Picks Acrelid.
Translation:
John Lee Richardson, better known in the electronic music world as Acrelid , represents a hidden treasure yet to be discovered. He honed his sound in the shadows, purposefully keeping out of the spotlight to this day.
Deeply influenced by the dawn of the British rave scene , in which he found himself from the tender age of 12 and which is in all respects a life obsession, Acrelid has undertaken a path of internal reflection, transforming his career into a journey of silent, yet intense production, focusing on the pure art of sound rather than the pursuit of fame .
His creative process has always been characterized by the use of every device and technology, experimenting with every type of electronic equipment at his disposal,
whether it was recording loops from a PlayStation 1 onto cassette/CD or
experimenting on any other equipment he could manage to put his hands
on or that people lent him.
His approach is not limited to simple musical composition; it is rather a constant search to recreate the sonic essence of the rave era that deeply inspired him.
The recent vinyl release “Illegal Rave Tapes Selektion: 1999-2012” on Dance Data Records brings to light a large repertoire of Acrelid's works, previously largely unexplored. This collection, which draws from an archive of 134 songs created over two decades and has been carefully curated by label manager Dreams , represents a refined selection that highlights the breadth and depth of its sonic spectrum.
Each
song in this collection is a piece that, together, compose the portrait
of an artist faithful to his artistic vision, indifferent to the search
for fame or recognition. This release is not only a testament to Richardson's significant skills and commitment, but also represents the revelation of a hitherto hidden chapter in the history of electronic music .
Saturday 10 February 2024
Thursday 8 February 2024
Press: Tailored Communication
Don't forget to grab a free copy of Illegal Rave Tape Magazeen from the download section!
Monday 5 February 2024
Acrelid - Illegal Rave Tapes Selektion 1999-2012 2xLP (Dance Data Records/DDR003)
I'm proud to announce my debut record for Dance Data Records
(DDR003)
is now availble for pre-order from music retailers worldwide.
The double LP consists of 15 tracks selected and professionally remastered from the original Illegal Rave Tape cassette series.
Presented in a gatefold sleeve with a 16 page magazine and bonus digital artwork designed by myself.
This is the first time my music has been pressed on vinyl with a proper label backing it.
A big thank you to Jesse at Dance Data for making this happen.
Promo links to come shortly...
Stay Tuned to Chanelminusone for more details.
Pre-orders:
Friday 2 February 2024
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