RWN Schallplatten & CDs

Review: A four-track MicroHouse EP comes from DJ and Producer RWN, marking one of the very few dedicated packages that the Frenchman has created thus far. 'Dancing in Circles' is thought-provoking and borderline liminal, feeling like a mathematical equation at points in its use of dry, reverbed synths and negative space. Track 1, 'Jan Itor', even takes some drone influences in its progressions, the driving beat repeating over space breakbeats and distant techno pangs against an atmospheric synth background. 'Vortex' is more of an active participant, putting the percussion downstage and allowing the house instincts to take over - and the Dragutesku remix sees it undergo a dramatic transformation into a dark goth-rave-inspired cut. Closing off, the title track feels the most 'scientific'. The synth loops and acid stings circling around in your mind - this EP has a lot to offer, allow your mind to be opened.

Review: RWN shows off the deftness of his sound designs here with four cuts of deep house and minimal that float in the cosmos. That's not to say they lack drive and dynamism - far from it. 'Apres L'heure' is beautifully serene and clean with a nimble groove underpinned by warming bass. 'August Rain' is another artful and painterly affair with wispy pads and melodic curlicues peeling off a shuffling and soft rhythm. 'Astrox' layers up the cosmic soundscapes with drums and bass that seamlessly intertwine and 'Forgive' is a majestic mix of tumbling arps, ambient synth work and compelling rubbery rhythm.