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TRACK LISTING A1  Comb 4™08› A2  The Windrunner 4™20› A3  Down and Out 3™51› B1  Low Roof 4™37› B2  Watery Drumming 4™05› B3  Heimweh 3™29› C1  Flippant Remark 4™17› C2  Identity Switch 4™05› C3  Loop #42 4™07› D1  Stranded 4™01› D2  Loop #33 4™06› D3  A Form Of Love 2™49› INFO Having already proven that he is capable of maintaining sonic quality and distinction over the course of a full original program, Chevel (a.k.a. Dario Tronchin) now makes his LP debut for Stroboscopic Artefacts. His other S.A. contributions (including the inaugural entry in the label's singular Monad series, the "One Month Off" EP, his participation to the label's five-year retrospective series) have already hinted that a more complete exposition of his unique inner world would surface, and here it is at last. Over the course of his young career, Chevel has gained a mastery over several compositional elements: Polaroid-like slow melodic fades, sharp ricocheting beats, and simply making one's headphones feel like a viable means of physical transportation. All of these elements come into play shortly after the needle hits the grooves of [Track A1], a euphoric introductory track marked by a spectral panning sequence and by beats chopped with a culinary expert's sense of elegance. The drum kit sounds that feature throughout are used sparely but - either because of this or in spite of this - provide maximum impact upon the listener's nervous system. The almost 'far Eastern' use of 'block' percussion on [Tracks A2 and B1] perfectly complements the synthetic sheen produced by fuzz distortion, radio static and bandpass-filtered sound bites, taking us to a terrain where a palette of decay effects provides just as much aesthetic inspiration as the presence of technological advancement. There is more than enough humor and playfulness at work here, too, helping to once again banish the persistent stereotype of the modern techno producer as a sterile technician: the queasy melody line, sliced-and-diced whistling and gelatinous bounce of [Track D2] evoke a child's wonderment at playtime more than they do the rarefied rigour of the laboratory. The less pulsating numbers like [Track C3] and the closing [Track D3] will engage the listener as well, being like short audio films of abiogenesis (i.e. spontaneous generation of life from 'non-living' material) taking place. These tracks are not so much 'interludes' or contemplative retreats from the action as they are enhancers of it, utilizing fluttering cycles of melody to engage in a kind of conversation with the more driving tracks. As to the 'driving' tracks themselves: the places that they drive the listener to are satisfyingly beyond customary experience. In other words, despite Chevel's keeping the sonic toolkit and overall atmosphere consistent from track to track, there is a rich variety in the emotional affectivity on display here. The net effect is like a dream state that leaves strong impressions even though one can't pinpoint exactly why they are doing so (and which leaves one wanting to dive back into the dream pool and experience something similar again.) This is a talent that unifies the diverse constellation of Stroboscopic Artefacts producers, and one that makes Chevel in particular one to continue watching, listening to, and experiencing. FEEDBACK early support from OAKE: ˜™Very warm and welcoming release. Love the sound of it and versatility.™™ Peder Mannerfelt: ˜™Sounds awesome at first listen, looking forward to dig in deeper! Chevel is the man +++™™ Neel: ˜™Another massive pack from Chevel, as his recent stuff on Non Series, fresh sound and very useful, thanks.™™ DJ Pete: ˜™Very interesting new artist.™™ Eomac: ˜™As gorgeous as I was expecting. Sound design is amazing, and there\'s so many different styles and moods to get into here. I look forward to giving it a full, proper listen.™™ Lakker: ˜™Love it. Awesome stuff.™™ R¢dhåd: ˜™Hey thanks. I'm downloading for listening...™™ Inigo Kennedy: ˜™A beautiful digital adventure. So many great and inventive moments.™™ Tripeo: ˜™Chevel's sound is perfect for the album format. Great to hear him take his productions to a whole new level, fantastic record!™™ Efdemin: ˜™Very well done. Reminds me of the good old days :-) ˜Heimweh™ and ˜Loop #33™ are my fav here.™™ Speedy J: ˜™Thanks, will test.™™ Marco Shuttle: ˜™Very very cool and subtle work. Bravo Dario!™™ A Made Up Sound: ˜™I've enjoyed some of Chevel's previous work, looking forward to listening to this album in full. Thanks!™™ Mumdance: ˜™Feeling all of these tracks, esp ˜Watery Drumming™ & ˜The Wind Runner™ 100% up my street.™™ Francois X: ˜™Dope!™™ Randomer: ˜™This is brilliant. Can't wait to listen to it in entirety.™™ Cio DÙOr: ˜™A very artful and excellent album!™™ Paula Temple: ˜™Love the album. So much space around and in the sounds, showing a skill most artists rarely dare or know how to express.™™ Etapp Kyle: ˜™Thank you. Looking forward to having a listen!™™ Svreca / Semantica: ˜™Perfectly crafted techno / electronica album.™™ Samuli Kemppi / Deep Space Helsinki: ˜™Cool album. Will play some tracks on the radio. Thanks.™™ Juho Kusti / Deep Space Helsinki: ˜™Interesting stuff from abstract soundscapes to experimental rhythm patterns. I quite like it all. Thanks!™™ Ben UFO: ˜™Thanks, really love Dario's music.™™ Eric Cloutier: ˜™Got some really interesting parts on this one - going to give it a solid listen again, but I think there's some really nice stuff here!™™ Zadig (Construct Re-Form): ˜™Big fan of Chevel™s work, very talented and versatile producer. Always interest about his records, something unexpected every time. Love the album !!! Thanks.™™ Marcel Dettmann: ˜™Thx.™™ A.Mochi: ˜™Nice LP! It will be added to the daily my playlist.™™ Orde Meikle: ˜™Great album / double 12› - really brilliant electronica - moody a experimental - well done guys - great label  thanks.™™ Pfirter: ˜™Support, thanks!™™ Electric Indigo: ˜™Fantastic! Really! I just love it. This is exactly up my alley... love the sound design, the varieties in rhythms, the composition. it is GREAT :-) Mille Grazie!™™ Joseph Capriati: ˜™Downloaded for Joseph Capriati, thanks.™™ Richie Hawtin: ˜™Downloaded for R Hawtin.™™ Gianmaria Coccoluto: ˜™Really impressive album, big up to Chevel!™™ Wire (USA/Germany/UK) - ˜™Very intriguing, can\'t wait to dive in.™™ Pitchfork (USA) - "Nice use of space, though do find the atmosphere a little one-note. Percussion really pops." RBMA - "Thanks for reaching out. Having a listen now and the album sounds really good. Happy to give it a shout on RBMA Twitter whenever is best for you." Paramount Artists (UK) - "20/10 top effort!" NTS Radio (UK) - ˜™Nice IDM music with fine textures and bass frequencies..™™ Groove (Germany) - ˜™Very interesting delicate structures. Suggested for review in Groove.™™ Exclaim! (Canada) - "I like this. I'll float it to my team and I'll let you know if anyone's interested in covering it." Big Up Magazine (USA) - "Absolutely epic album." Vicious Magazine (Spain) - "Great sounds, for our september issue, thx a lot!" Little White Earbuds (USA) - ˜™Fantastic album from Chevel. I have unfortunately been at work today without my usual headphones but even listening on very poor quality ones, the rich sonic mastery comes through. Can't wait to get home and listen to this properly.™™ Cone Magazine (UK) - "Thanks for sending this through. Looks great, and always interested about a new Stroboscopic release. I'll let you know when something goes up."