Nitty Gritty

Dan Formless // Forward Movement / Saboteurs Sanctuary / Hoxton FM

Buy now on vinyl from all good record stores - www.linktr.ee/danformless Dan Formless launches Saboteurs Sanctuary as an auditory expression of his Forward Movement studio in London, UK. This EP features a remix from Alex Celler and comes hot on the heels of Dan’s solo debut record “Fried All Day” on Bank of Switches with support from Sonja Moonear, Satoshi Tommie, Alexkid, Bushwhacka!, Eddie Richards, Terry Francis, Shaun Reeves, Mike Shannon, Jamie Jones, Maceo Plex and Archie Hamilton. An avid collector of music gear with a penchant for vintage units, Dan has scoured the globe collecting rare studio machinery in a quest to create unique sounds. His travels have added further layers to an already rich canvas, painted by DJ exploits across major cities in Europe and Asia, alongside residencies in London nightclubs. Focusing on solo music production, Dan has dedicated the last few years to his creative process liberation whilst experimenting with drum machines, synthesizers and effects. He is now sharing the results of these sonic explorations, delving into the deeper sides of house, techno and electro whilst staying true to his dubby minimal roots. The inaugural ‘Actions Speak Louder’ EP hits the ground running with two original tracks from Dan Formless and a stellar remix from Alex Celler. ‘Nitty Gritty’ is a peak time brain melter with sizzling synth lines and intricate drum patterns occupying the A-side. ‘4Q’ weaves together syncopated rhythms and deep rolling bass lines on the flip side. These are punctuated by playful call-and- response synth motifs to create an enigmatic after-hours slow burner. Alex Celler offers a glitchy ‘4Q’ remix with his undeniable flair for fusing infectious grooves with futuristic aural landscapes in a late night exploration of modular electronics. Contact: [e-mail] Website: forward-movement.net/saboteurs-sanctuary