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MH-059 Vuurwerk - Me EP  The Me EP is the debut release from Vuurwerk, the equally mysterious dj-based alter-ego of the already baffling Belgian electronic act Jealov. Though Jealov does perform their twisted take on post-dubstep live, they also DJ under the name Vuurwerk. Where Jealov's tracks are slow building mind-trips that include everything from rattling bass to acoustic guitars and female vocals, a Vuurwerk produced track or DJ set us much more likely to be uptempo, and at least in relative terms, DJ friendly. The EP kicks off with "Windows (Live)" a head-nodding track with an ominous touch. "Bad Habits" ups the tempo as a minimal techno beat is covered in a grimy sub-bass and chopped and pitched vocal stabs. "Naomi" takes the release in yet another direction as ambient techno suddenly gains momentum with stuttering drums underpinning a series of glitches. "Discussion" closes out a release that consistently defies expectations by once again delivering a track where it is impossible to tell what the next change-up will bring. With their truly underground video, bootleg, and original material, Jealov has made quite a mark. Vuurwerk is now poised to do the same. |
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| Dreamy, glitchy, and multi-layered music that can freeze time - Dummy Mag / Serious hipster material! - The Rusty / It’s just all spooky and hazy and dope! - Boiler Room TV / I’m not one to question great music. - Tome To The Weather Machine |
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| Vuurwerk is a new Belgian mystery project in the style of the wonderful Jealov. He/She/They worked his/her/their magic with samples, beats, vocals… and made this wonderful Ep called “Me”. Together with stunning artwork, you got a very powerful concept to conquer the blog-o-sphere. Vuurwerk already conquered our rusty heart with this 4track EP. Just have a listen and let Vuurwerk conquer your hearts too. First track is a live recorded one, called “Windows”. Some big hip-hop beat leads you through the floating and melancholic vocals and let you enjoy the dark atmosphere Vuurwerk evokes with his music. Second track “Bad Habits” does the same thing but with even more dedication. In the second part of the song, electronic hell breaks lose and resonant sounds make you drown in the structured noise-chaose. Brilliant! This track is the highlight of the EP for me. After that, “Naomi” gives us some rest with a beat that goes one like a peaceful stream. Last track “Discussion” is a bit a stranger in our midst. A phat bassline stands in contrast with the other elements of the track but still match and make this a nice track. Especially the end of the track is beautiful! You can download this EP For free here. And while you’re add it, check out this very nice Mixtape with tracks by Jealov, Vuurwerk, Clams Casino, SBSTRKT, ARAABMUZIK… Serious hipster material! - The Rusty |
