Chronicle - Fantasy Zone [pre order] 12"

Now a regular on the label, scene stalwart Chronicle continues his joyful journey through a landscape of dancefloor-friendly atmospherics. 

A1 - Air Temple

Chronicle opens the EP with Fantasy Zone, an immensely playful track with a superb 2-step hot pants break, programmed superbly with layers of depth generating an energetic and immensely danceable tone, following the deliciously smooth late 90’s GLO-style intro. Lush female vocal samples perfect for the vibe are present and correct while micro melodies pan across the mix adding a wonderful texture.

A2 - Everblue

A delicately ominous intro with pads, whooshing samples and rustic synths precede a densely crafted slew of old-school analogue breakbeats laid in a subtle arrangement, bringing a blend of energy perfect for dancefloors and home listeners alike. Vocal samples are programmed and twisted like instruments as Chronicle embarks on a space odyssey with memorable melodies  you’ll keep discovering listen after listen.

AA1 - Encarta

Next up we have Encarta, which sets out intentions quickly in the introduction with a bouncy, clean breakbeat which is quickly bolstered by a superb 2-step old school drum loop to create a pulsating energy. A myriad of samples are collected and flecked throughout the mix, while Chronicle’s editing techniques mimic a skilled DJ cutting another break in and out to satisfying effect towards the back end of the main phases.

AA2 - Angular Momentum

Closing a diverse and uniquely atmospheric EP, Chronicle opens Angular Momentum with a patchwork of synths and pads, ushering in a serene, simple high note melody above the driving breaks - detailed with distinctive cymbals that give the track’s name serious validity. With a slew of samples darting in both the foreground and background for the listener to enjoy, this is a piece which will live long in the memory.

Words by Chris Hayes (Spatial / Red Mist)