Although this is his first release, Trench is no stranger to techno. With more than two decades behind the decks, this Detroit native has the knowledge and experience to throttle a dance floor.
This debut is celebrated with custom packaging designed and illustrated by Trench which expands into a 24”x36” poster. This pivotal record is a must have for collectors, featuring remixes by pioneers that need
no introduction: DJ Bone, Aaron-Carl and Donna Black.
“I awoke unable to move. There were voices in the room with me. I tried to call out for help, but couldn’t make a sound. The voices grew louder and louder screaming in my ears. I felt my body floating upwards. I was hovering near the ceiling. It went on and on. Am I mad?” - Trench
A1: Trench - The Original Slumber
The flagship of this concept piece features the slow rise of powerful drums that lift synthetic vocals and teasing chords. A haunting reminder of helplessness for those entranced by inaction, with a climactic delivery of pounding bass and raw, unleashed fury.
A2: Aaron-Carl - Can’t Catch Electric Sheep
This housey approach offers up a reflective journey. Laced with distorted samples and tape rewind, a playfully modern, melodic march with a nod to yesteryears. Welcome to club insomnia.
B1: DJ Bone - Narcoleptic Nightmare
Hard hitting loops of unadulterated underground. A whole lot of “bang” with subtle synth stabs progressing steadily to deliver a powerful floor filler.
B2: Donna Black – BlackisBack Remix
This Detroit lyricist bangs out a crescendo of layered vocals to spread a message of unity. Classic 303 synth lines entwine and bind the deceptively chaotic percussion to a steady course of purpose. Early Detroit revisited.
A stunning journey through Detroit's Black musical traditions from one of the city's longtime beat music stalwarts. Bandcamp Album of the Day Nov 16, 2022