Sessions 201 EP : HT Zero feat. Kai Alce : FFWD02
Aug 19, 2009 Discography, Podcasts/Downloads
For its second release, Florida eclectic beats label FastFWD reaches slightly northward to the thriving yet under-appreciated house music scene in Atlanta, Georgia.
Here we find the jazzy deep house sound of HT Zero, the alias of keyboard wizard Harold Tuner who landed in the ATL via Detroit. His underground demos have been garnering play among the cream of Atlanta house DJs for over a year and now HT is ready for his first vinyl outing, the Groove 201 EP, courtesy of the honored FastFWD. Co-produced by Kai Alcé (Track Mode, Deep Explorer) this EP features two cuts showcasing HT’s musical skills as well as punchy, late night rhythms.
“Ky’s Groove” opens the promo with Latin-tinged percussion and bright, jazzy keys. Evolving beyond usual four-on-the-floor offerings the track displays warm and sentimental chord progressions and melodies. The following “Session 201” is a more driving affair bolstered by the interplay of separate keyboard lines and an extended improvised solo. Perfect for blending in the deeper, jazzier sets.
HT Zero’s Groove 201 EP has been floating around in a limited vinyl issue but this is the first digital promo and release from FastFWD of these unique tracks. We hope you enjoy them.
Tags: HT Zero, Kai Alce, Ky's Groove, Session 201, Sessions 210
Goddess of Groove : Rob Slac feat. Gabriela : FFWD01
Aug 19, 2009 Discography, Podcasts/Downloads
Introducing -- FastFWD -- an Orlando-born and bred music label specializing in deep, broken beat, soulful sounds in house.
The debut release features Chillin Music don Rob Slac, known mostly for his moody deep tech-house productions and remixes for his own imprint. Here Rob strikes out with a rhythmic and dreamy midtempo set-stealer featuring warm vocals from collaborator Gabriela. The summery breaks and keys will add spice to any dancefloor.
The first of two remixes is courtesy of our very own Q-Burns Abstract Message who brings down the tempo for a sample-led, crunchy disco groover. Dubby bits and “old school” treatments abound enhanced by some delicious keyboard breakdowns. A gift for the head-nodders.
Rounding out the single is a remix by the FFWD Duo (Sandman & Riverside), known to the inner circle as the “Rhode-Trip Remix”. It’s a dope yet laid back instrumental broken beat version that should hit you like a smooth night cap. Quality all around.
Tags: FFWD Duo, Gabriela, Goddess of Groove, Q-Burns Abstract Message, Riverside, Rob Slac, Sandman
