document.write('\x3cmeta http-equiv=\x22x-dns-prefetch-control\x22 content=\x22off\x22/\x3e\x3col class=\x22tumblr_posts\x22\x3e\x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eStranger Danger \x26#8220;Play Deep/Next Knock\x26#8221;\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3eDid you miss us?\u00a0 The Tarantic label has been laying low for a while, as main-man Amit Shoham has been busy developing some new audio DSP algorithms, refining his jazz piano chops, being a dad, and generally taking care of business.\u00a0 But that\x26#8217;s not what this entry is all about\x26#8230;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3eThat\x26#8217;s right, Tarantic is back with a new release courtesy of bay area up-and-coming producer extraordinaire \x3cstrong\x3eStranger Danger\x3c/strong\x3e.\u00a0 Since 1992 Dominic, a.k.a Stranger Danger has been involved in the underground music scene as a dancer, promoter, DJ, and more recently as a producer.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eDominic has been making some noise lately\u2014some very good noise, in fact, which has earned him releases on Blockhead, Cabbie Hat, Coyote Cuts, Primal Records, Frequency Spectrum, Bump Shop, Pin Up Recordings, and Bueno Booty.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eThe quality deep and funky sounds coming from this fast-rising talent now also grace \x3cstrong\x3eTarantic Records\x26#8217;\x3c/strong\x3e catalog, and we\u2019re thrilled to offer the \x3cstrong\x3e\x26#8220;Play Deep/Next Knock\x26#8221;\x3c/strong\x3e EP with remixes by \x3cstrong\x3eBradElectro\x3c/strong\x3e and label-head \x3cstrong\x3eAmit Shoham\x3c/strong\x3e.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3eFirst up is \x26#8220;Play Deep,\x26#8221; a bouncy groove layered with catchy vocal stabs and effects.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eDominic recruited Yerba Buena Disco\x26#8217;s \x3cstrong\x3eHomero Espinosa\x3c/strong\x3e to mix down the track, and the result is an impeccably-produced funky tune. \x3cspan\x3e\u00a0\u00a0\x3c/span\x3eNext up is \x26#8220;Next Knock,\x26#8221; which keeps the funk going strong with a jazzy horn riff and a light-hearted spoken vocal. \x3cspan\x3e\u00a0\x3c/span\x3eAmit Shoham reworks \x26#8220;Next Knock\x26#8221; using his trademark lively percussion grooves to build the energy, and BradElectro gives \x26#8220;Next Knock\x26#8221; a synth-driven makeover using electronic stabs and riffs as the primary elements.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eFans of the Tarantic sound are certainly already familiar with Amit and Brad\x26#8217;s work, and are sure to appreciate Stranger Danger\x26#8217;s grooves!\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3eHere\x26#8217;s what a few DJs are saying about this release:\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eTyree Cooper:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;This is a real nice 12\x26#8221; i will bang it thoroughly!!!!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eDJ Mes:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;This is dope! My favorite thing from , Dom yet. Ill be rocking this for sure\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eTommy Largo:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Nice stuff. Play deep and the Amit Shoham remix are my picks.\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eAndy Riley (Inland Knights):\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Likin\x26#8217; play deep and next knock\x26#8230;good stuff\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eHector Moralez:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Nice release fellas.. full support\x26#160;!!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eRick Preston:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Another stellar Tarantic release!!!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eSimonG (Deep South Audio):\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Dopeness \x26#8230; Stranger Danger defintly has my vote as one of the rising  starts of the back end of 2011.. with a few exclusives in my digi bag  already i know he has some bombs on the way!  Always dig Amit outlook on house . twisted and jacking .. this is one  for the DJ sets\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eAl Bradley/Audiotonic/Chemical:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Both originals are sweet, \x26#8216;Play Deep\x26#8217; perhaps the stronger for me, solid  deep/tech vibes. On the remix front, Amit\x26#8217;s remix is cool, smart  percussion all the way \x26amp; a lovely rolling vibe. The pick here though  is Brad\x26#8217;s squelchy bass-driven groove, wicked stuff!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eDj Nova:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Tarantic is one of my fave dance labels on the planet and year with it  on board was really hard. Fortunately 2012 is starting with a new label  release, one Stranger Danger EP that is really outstanding.\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eChris Udoh:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;TUNE\x26#160;!!!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eBrewster Brigham:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Great EP  proper west style-e\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eNick Holder:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Bomb release!  Thanks for sending!  Will support!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eCorin Arnold (ed2000):\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Great set of mixes. Support!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eCheckPoint Charlie:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;The rumbling bass that courses through all of these tracks Is just  awesome. Warm, but punchy, a little techy, jacking and smart throughout.  I\x26#8217;m a big fan of all the tracks on this release. Really, really cool!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3ca href=\x22http://www.beatport.com/release/play-deep-next-knock/833187\x22 title=\x22Play Deep/Next Knock\x22\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Play Deep/Next Knock EP\x22 height=\x22300\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/300/tar41_300.jpg\x22 width=\x22300\x22/\x3e\x3c/a\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eBettosun Love/Angels EP\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3eTarantic Records kicks off 2011 with a couple of ethereal electronic gems courtesy of Bettosun.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eHailing from Cagliari, Itali, Bettosun has been DJing professionally for over 16 years and his depth of experience is clearly reflected in these stunning, beautifully-crafted tracks.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3e\x26#8220;Love\x26#8221; grooves to a slinky acid-tinged bassline backed by lush chords and electronic bleeps on all the right places.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eMidway through the track a dissonant, polyrhythmic piano groove takes over, subtly hinting at melodies but maintaining a captivating edge that perfectly complements the relentless bass.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3e\x26#8220;Angels\x26#8221; maintains the moody vibe and again gives a nod to acid house synth programming with a slinky filtered melody.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eDark chords and effects create a spacious feeling, taking the listener on a ride propelled by Bettosun\x26#8217;s driving beats.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cspan\x3eOn the remix front, Tarantic\x26#8217;s own BradElectro reworks \x26#8220;Angels\x26#8221; with a tough nu-disco groove built on a foundation of heavy bass and chugging chord stabs, and punctuated with wood blocks and electronic toms.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eAlso on remix duty, Wind Horse Records main-man Hamza reinterprets \x26#8220;Love\x26#8221; adding lots of lively percussion and a wah-effected guitar for an extra touch of funk to rock the dancefloor.\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eThis EP has been receiving support from tastemakers worldwide.\u00a0 Check out a few of the reactions:\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eLaurent Garnier:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Loooove LOVE  Looocve Angels  Looooove it\x26#160;!!!!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eMiles Maeda:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;great remix work ready to make a party happen!\x26#8221; (BradElectro Remix)\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eGiom:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Crikey, some electric guitar in house music, that\x26#8217;s pretty original to me\x26#8230; The Hamza mix gets my full support, nice one :)\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eRobert Owens:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Love it\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eTyler Stadius:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;The original mix of Love is stunning! Beautiful! Timeless, lush track. Thank you!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eRussell Deeks:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Angels is PHat!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eDave Mothersole:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;like both ogs - very nice tracks. will play on proton.\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eQuentin Harris:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Hamza\x26#8217;s Love Remix is the best thing to start off the new year with.\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eJoshua Heath:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;diggin the bradelectro mix!  angels original is nice as well..\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eMurray Richardson:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;nice ep from bettosun, always love the tarantic vibe!\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eDeepchild:\x3c/strong\x3e \x26#8220;Enjoy the bleepy dreaminess of Love.\x26#8221;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3ca title=\x22Love/Angels EP on Beatport\x22 href=\x22http://beatport.com/s/r1lAUb\x22\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Love/Angels EP\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/300/tar40_300.jpg\x22 width=\x22300\x22 height=\x22300\x22/\x3e\x3c/a\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eNoice! Proton Radio Show Features Tarantic Records\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3eThroughout the month of November, the Noice! radio show will be featuring the Tarantic label with guest mixes from Tarantic Records artists Adnan Sharif, BradElectro, Gabriel Black, and Amit Shoham alongside Noice! resident DJs.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eNoice! streams live on \x3ca title=\x22Proton Radio\x22 href=\x22http://www.protonradio.com\x22\x3eProton Radio\x3c/a\x3e on Wednesdays at 8am EST / 5am PST.\u00a0 The show schedule for November is:\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eNov. 3: Mathias Schaffhauser// Amit Shoham\x3cbr/\x3eNov 10: Modern Heads // BradElectro\x3cbr/\x3e Nov.17: Q-Burns-Abstract-Message // Gabriel Black\x3cbr/\x3eNov.24: Kaiserdisco//Adnan Sharif\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eAll shows will be available to stream on-demand after their original air date, so be sure to check them out even if you can\x26#8217;t listen live\x26#8230; we hope you enjoy the entire series.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Noice Tarantic Flier\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/tatanticNoiceNov2010.jpg\x22 width=\x22340\x22 align=\x22middle\x22 height=\x22728\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eThee-O \x26amp; Kukuey \x26#8220;Todavia\x26#8221;\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3eSeasoned veteran of the southern California club scene Thee-O teams up with DJ Kukuey, providing a gigantic tech-house tune for Tarantic\x26#8217;s 39th release. \x26#8220;Todavia\x26#8221; deftly combines Thee-O\x26#8217;s top-notch tech-house production with a deep, atmospheric vibe that fans of the Tarantic label are sure to appreciate.\u00a0 Dubby piano chords and riffs tinkle atop a thick bassline, nicely spiced with echoed percussion and crisply-chopped vocal samples.\u00a0 The track builds patiently as quirky but melodic elements create a subtly suspenseful mood, while retaining a distinct warmth throughout.\u00a0 Simply brilliant!\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eThree sublime remixes grace this package:\u00a0 First up, Tangible Recordings\x26#8217; head-honcho Gabriel Black contorts Thee-O \x26amp; Kukuey\x26#8217;s bassline and percussion into a huge dub-house backdrop. The warmth of the original is nicely enhanced by the dubby treatment while the melodic keys and reverbed vocals add sparkle.\u00a0 SUMA Records co-owner Alex Roque delivers an energetic big-room interpretation driven by bouncy synth chords.\u00a0 Dramatic builds and breakdowns, reversed cymbals, and filter sweeps take the dancer on a ride in this sure-fire floor-filler.\u00a0 Wrapping things up, Tarantic\x26#8217;s own Amit Shoham adds a dose of funk into the mix with an intricate arrangement that takes several twists and turns.\u00a0 The piano chords bend as chopped and cleverly vocoded vocal samples meld into a catchy groove over the funked-up bassline. This high-spirited groovy outing will have heads nodding and feet shuffling.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eEarly support from Peter Kruder (Kruder \x26amp; Dorfmeister), Andy Riley (Inland Knights), Rick Preston, Murray Richardson, Joshua Heath, Funky Transport, and many more\x26#8230;\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3ca title=\x22Todavia on Beatport\x22 href=\x22https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/285620/Todavia\x22\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Todavia\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/300/tar39_300.jpg\x22 width=\x22300\x22 height=\x22300\x22/\x3e\x3c/a\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eAmit Shoham \x26#8220;No Color Lines\x26#8221;\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3eHard-working house producer \x3cstrong\x3eAmit Shoham\x3c/strong\x3e is back with another quality EP to add to his impressive discography.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eThe title track, \x3cstrong\x3e\x26#8220;No Color Lines\x26#8221;\x3c/strong\x3e is a deep, deep, deep melodic excursion featuring Amit\x26#8217;s live guitar playing.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3ePiano stabs and congas create a rich organic sound, and subtle synth programming beautifully complements the moody melodies and melancholy atmosphere of the track.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3e\x3cspan\x3eAmit also provides the \x26#8220;Guitar Voyage\x26#8221; mix, a useful DJ tool derived from the melodic elements of \x26#8220;No Color Lines\x26#8221; with most of the beats removed.\x3c/span\x3e\u00a0 The more energetic \x3cstrong\x3e\x26#8220;Achie Breakie\x26#8221; \x3c/strong\x3eis a percussive techie offering propelled by an acidic synth line and bubbly keys.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eDespite being built on a broken beat, the track feels more like a house record and will mix perfectly into a tech house set.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e First up on remix duty is Lost My Dog label co-owner \x3cstrong\x3ePete Dafeet\x3c/strong\x3e, whose credits include productions and remixes for the likes of \x3cspan\x3eRobsoul, Bosh, Detour, and Toolroom.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3ePete delivers an edgy, tracky rework of \x26#8220;No Color Lines\x26#8221; that maintains the deep vibe of the original but abandons the guitar melodies in favor of driving, chunky beats.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3e\x3c/span\x3e Also lending a hand are\x3cstrong\x3e DK Watts\x3c/strong\x3e and \x3cstrong\x3eLance Leber \x3c/strong\x3ea.k.a\x3cstrong\x3e Short Bus Kids\x3c/strong\x3e, whose production work appears on imprints such as Greenhouse, Prismatic, and their own Bounce House label.\x3cspan\x3e\u00a0 \x3c/span\x3eThe Short Bus Kids provide a lighter take on \x26#8220;No Color Lines,\x26#8221; adding some quirky melodies and a dubby vibe.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e DJ support: \x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eAndy Riley (Inland Knights)\x3c/strong\x3e - No color lines for me!\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eShur-i-kan\x3c/strong\x3e - Nice little chord action going on in No color lines\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eMurray Richardson\x3c/strong\x3e - choice mix from pete dafeet\x26#8230;deep house!\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eGiom\x3c/strong\x3e - Pete\x26#8217;s version for me. Thanks guys\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eElie Eidelman (DJ Humus)\x3c/strong\x3e - I was really caught by surprise with this release. really beautiful!!! loving the vibe and can\x26#8217;t wait to play it out. I think people will cry! thanx\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eDoc Link\x3c/strong\x3e - Nice feel to this! Definitely ready for the beginning of my sets\x26#8230;. Thank You!\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3ePresslaboys\x3c/strong\x3e - Pete remix is Excellent\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eFunky Transport\x3c/strong\x3e - Liking the OG and Pete Da Feet mixes :)\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eJon Lemmon\x3c/strong\x3e - Very good track, I\x26#8217;m giving full support!\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cstrong\x3eQ-Burns Abstract Message\x3c/strong\x3e - The original is excellent \x26#8230; it\x26#8217;s got its own thing going on, very unique. I\x26#8217;ve included this in August Invisible Airwaves radio show.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan\x3e\x3ca title=\x22No Color Lines on Beatport\x22 href=\x22http://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/258829/No%20Color%20Lines\x22\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22No Color Lines\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/300/tar38_300.jpg\x22 width=\x22300\x22 height=\x22300\x22/\x3e\x3c/a\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Lapsed\x26#8221; by Melissa Rapp, Daniel Schiffer, and Amit Shoham now on Beatport\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3eCheck out Tarantic\x26#8217;s latest release, a collaborative effort by \x3cb\x3eMelissa Rapp, Daniel Schiffer, and Amit Shoham\x3c/b\x3e titled \x26#8220;\x3cb\x3eLapsed\x3c/b\x3e.\x26#8221;\u00a0 Though this release leads with a trio of hefty house music remixes, it\x26#8217;s the original track that may turn the most heads. \x26#8220;Lapsed\x26#8221; is a dreamy downtempo wonder not too far off from the sound of acts like Morcheeba or Air. Featuring Rapp\x26#8217;s bluesy vocals, Schiffer\x26#8217;s accomplished guitar licks, and Shoham\x26#8217;s keys and crisp production \x26#8220;Lapsed\x26#8221; actually came about almost by accident. Rapp was taking a break packing for a move from San   Francisco to Los   Angeles and decided to give Shoham a goodbye visit. Schiffer, who was helping with the move, tagged along. Conversation and reminiscences turned into an impromptu studio session and the melancholy \x26#8220;Lapsed\x26#8221; was born.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3eTo tie in with Tarantic\x26#8217;s housier offerings, the challenge of creating uptempo dancefloor versions without losing much of the original\x26#8217;s mood was undertaken. \x3cb\x3eAmit Shoham\x3c/b\x3e retooled the track himself in the deep and soulful Unrequited Funk mix. Though shifting focus to beats and groove Shoham\x26#8217;s mix still uses Rapp\x26#8217;s entire vocal creating a sublime club track that still holds its own as a \x26#8216;song.\x26#8217; Next up, \x3cb\x3eAndrew Phelan \x26amp; George Cochrane (AKA Origami)\x3c/b\x3e, known for their extensive oeuvre of cuts for their Prismatic Tracks label, bust forth with a techy, bass-driven monster of a remix. The vocal is precisely manipulated amidst bouncy rhythms and synth arpeggiations. There\x26#8217;s also a Dub which strips out the vocals for an even techier treatment. Finally \x3cb\x3eBradElectro\x3c/b\x3e, coming off his acclaimed Pinstripe Late Nite album for Tarantic, showcases his nu-disco grooves alongside stuttering synth chords and a spacey synth lead.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cb\x3eThe release is already gaining support from DJs world wide:\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Great track. like the original and the Amit Shoham mix the most. will play\x26#8221; - \x3cb\x3eTommy Largo\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;I\x26#8217;m really feelin the funk mix and the original mix,this is a have to have in your serato\x3cbr/\x3ecrate\x26#8230;..Nice Job\x26#8230;.\x26#8221; - \x3cb\x3eTyree Cooper\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Great Package and nice song!\x26#8221; -\x3cb\x3e Atnarko\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;The Amit mix is my favourite, but a dub would have been wicked! Thanks guys\x26#8221; -\x3cb\x3e Giom\x3cbr/\x3e\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Quality release!\u00a0 I really like the original a lot.\u00a0 The remixes are solid, all aimed at different times of the night.\x26#8221; - \x3cb\x3eDK Watts\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;I dig the production on Amit\x26#8217;s mix. Cool twisted funkiness.. Cool crunchy chug on the brad electro dub.. Nice package over all\x26#8221; - \x3cb\x3eJoshua Heath\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;nice! 5/5\x26#8221; -\x3cb\x3e Charles Feelgood\x3cbr/\x3e\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Diverse set of quality mixes here. It\x26#8217;s the dub from Andre \x26amp; George I\x26#8217;m feeling the most - nasty track. Good for the clubs.\x26#8221; - \x3cb\x3eTyler Stadius\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Amits mix is the one im onto here!\x26#8221; -\x3cb\x3e Murray Richardson\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Nice tune. Like Shoham\x26#8217;s Funk Mix.\x26#8221; - \x3cb\x3eHippie Torrales\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cb\x3e\x3ca title=\x22beatport\x22 href=\x22https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/215626/Lapsed\x22\x3eGet it now from Beatport\x3c/a\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x3c/b\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3ca href=\x22https://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/215626/Lapsed\x22\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Lapsed\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/300/tar37_300.jpg\x22 align=\x22middle\x22 width=\x22300\x22 height=\x22300\x22/\x3e\x3c/a\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eTons of Tunes\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3eTastemakers around the world have been taking notice as Tarantic provides one quality release after another.\u00a0 The response has been phenomenal, with our latest release \x26#8220;Once Wounded EP\x26#8221; by dub-house heavyweights Ivan-I \x26amp; Jason Howell getting support from the likes of Dubfire, Scope, Cates \x26amp; DPL, Tommy Largo, Jon Delerious, Murray Richardson, Tyler Stadius, DJ Meri/Rulers of the Deep, Tom Hoch, Al Bradley, C-Soul, Nikola Baytala, Ralf Gum, StereoK, Giom, Sandy Rivera, Atnarko, Swedish Egil, Tedd Patterson, Kelvin K, Presslaboys, and many others.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Once Wounded EP\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/300/tar36_300.jpg\x22 width=\x22300\x22 height=\x22300\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eThe \x3ca title=\x22Once Wounded EP\x22 href=\x22http://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/189281/once_wounded_ep\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Once Wounded EP\x26#8221;\x3c/a\x3e focuses on the techy end of the house music spectrum, with two percussion-driven original tracks, and remixes from \x3cb\x3eAmit Shoham\x3c/b\x3e and \x3cb\x3eLuke Mandala (Activated Recordings)\x3c/b\x3e.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eStarting things off, the original mix of \x26#8220;In Memory Of\x26#8221; grooves to a bigger-than-life chugging beat, nicely spiced with echo-laden chords and effects that maintain Ivan and Jason\x26#8217;s inimitable dubby vibe. Amit Shoham remixes the track with a syncopated beat for a tech-funky feel, keeping the excitement high on the dance floor with bold drum fills.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3eThe title track is warmer, fitting easily into a deep or techy set. The track\x26#8217;s crisp percussion and organic tones interweave beautifully into a powerful groove. Luke Mandala takes an ethereal approach with his remix of \x26#8220;Once Wounded,\x26#8221; adding reverb-heavy electronic tones for a more progressive sound.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3eCheck out some of the DJ reactions:\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;I really like the original of \x26#8216;In Memory Of\x26#8217;..Sick groove and real hypnotic.. I will play this fo sho!\x26#8221; - Scope\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x26#8220;Good stuff\x26#8221; - Hernan Cattaneo\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Nice, driving tracks\x26#8221; - Makossa\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Sick!!\x26#8221; - Jon Cates\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Absolutely Fantastic release!!! Quality and interesting stuff\x26#160;! Power support from ROTD!\x26#8221; - DJ Meri, Rulers Of The Deep\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Awesome dubby vibes. I really like both originals. Smooth build-ups, Great minimal arrangements, spacious and evocative. Great plays both!\x26#8221; - Tomas Palermo\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;What a superb release - not one bad track on it. IN fact, every track is fantastic\x26#8221; - Al Bradley\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Fire - fire burnin\x26#8217; on the dancefloor!\x26#8221; - Jon Delirious\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Great house sound - luv original mix of this and amits mix too is sharp!\x26#8221; - Murray Richardson\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;One of my rare 5 star ratings for Amits mix. The others are dope but man i dig that bouncybounce groove on [Amit\x26#8217;s mix]\x26#8221; - Tom Hoch\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Really dope ep here. nice one boys!!\x26#8221; - Atnarko\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Really hot package. The orginal mix of \x26#8216;memory\x26#8217; is the ticket!\x26#8221; - Tedd Patterson\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Solid release\x26#8230;\x26#8230;.feeling In Memory Of and Amit\x26#8217;s rework is wicked.\x26#8221; - Deron Delgado\x3cbr/\x3e\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;These are wicked! Driving, solid \x26amp; crispy goodness.\x26#8221; - Tyler Stadius\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Both original cuts are fab, layered \x26amp; bring the thickness!!!! Hot chuggin rollaz!\x26#8221; - PC Synergy\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Nice, deep tune. Like it.\x26#8221; - Sandy Rivera\x3cbr/\x3e\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Yes, Tarantic is on a roll for me\x26#8230;techy but with a nodd to good old dancers House\x26#8230;will def support this.\x26#8221; - Kelvin K\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3eCheck out the \x26#8220;Once Wounded EP\x26#8221; on \x3ca title=\x22Beatport\x22 href=\x22http://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/189281/once_wounded_ep\x22\x3eBeatport\x3c/a\x3e.\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3e\x3cspan style=\x22font-family: Arial;\x22\x3eAlso be sure to check out Amit Shoham\x26#8217;s \x26#8220;\x3ca title=\x22Oaktown Boogie EP\x22 href=\x22http://www.beatport.com/en-US/html/content/release/detail/181099/oaktown_boogie_ep\x22\x3eOakland Boogie EP\x3c/a\x3e,\x26#8221; supported by Dubfire (Deep Dish), Giom, Rob Slac, Jay West, Tommy Largo, Sleazy McQueen, 2lani, Barry Weaver, Robert Owens, Oscar G, Sandy Rivera, Jon Cates, Atnarko, Asad Risvi, Kelvin K, Presslaboys, StereoK, Funky Transport, Tom Blacksoul, and many more.\u00a0 And Nate Wollman\x26#8217;s \x26#8220;Future\x26#8217;s Comin\x26#8217; EP\x26#8221;\x3cbr/\x3e\x3c/span\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eNew Release: \x26#8220;Keep It Hott\x26#8221; The Middle Agent ft. Tech N9ne \x26amp; Garth Culti-Vader\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3eKeeping the heat on during the cold months of winter, Tarantic Records returns with yet another adventurous release.\u00a0 \x3cb\x3e\x26#8220;Keep It Hott,\x26#8221;\x3c/b\x3e a hip-hop track originally writen by \x3cb\x3eTech N9ne\x3c/b\x3e and \x3cb\x3eGarth Culti-vader\x3c/b\x3e, comes to us by way of \x3cb\x3eThe Middle Agent\x3c/b\x3e.\u00a0 Humboldt county-based The Middle Agent created a gritty, techy, synth-infused hip-hop mix that immediately caught our attention.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x0a\x3cp\x3eTurning up the house vibes full-blast, \x3cb\x3eBen Tom\x3c/b\x3e craftily edited the vocals, repeating the phrase \x26#8220;everybody in the front get down\x26#8221; to create a powerful dancefloor mantra of sorts.\u00a0 We\x26#8217;re certain everybody in the club will get down to this!\u00a0 Funky as ever, \x3cb\x3eBradElectro\x3c/b\x3e remixed the track in a classic 80\x26#8217;s hip-hop style, keeping the fun factor maxed out.\u00a0 \x3cb\x3eAmit Shoham\x3c/b\x3e gives the track a deep and lush make-over, effortlessly transitioning from a house beat to a funky triplet groove and back again for a truly unique sound.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Keep It Hott Artwork\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/300/tar33_300.jpg\x22 width=\x22300\x22 height=\x22300\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x26#8220;Keep It Hott\x26#8221; will be officially released April 9, 2009.\u00a0 Pre-release downloads can be purchased now exclusively from \x3ca title=\x22Stompy.com\x22 href=\x22https://www.stompy.com/index.php?section=labels\x26amp;parameter=tarantic\x22\x3eStompy.com\x3c/a\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eComing soon: Amit Shoham \x26#8220;Sufi Life\x26#8221;\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3eTarantic\x26#8217;s warm vibe is in full effect on this single from label boss \x3cb\x3eAmit Shoham\x3c/b\x3e.\u00a0 The original mix of \x3cb\x3e\x26#8220;Sufi Life\x26#8221;\x3c/b\x3e is soaked with the soul of a classic house joint and impeccably backed by Amit\x26#8217;s crisp production.\u00a0 And the way gentle guitar melodies deliciously shimmer over the rich synth programming is icing on the cake.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp class=\x22MsoNormal\x22\x3eComplementing Amit Shoham\u2019s original production, three quality remixes grace this release.\u00a0 Taking a detour from his usual quirky and funky fare, \x3cb\x3eBradElectro\x3c/b\x3e turns in a gorgeous and hypnotic remix for your dark and moody progressive sets. \x3cb\x3eIvan-I \x26amp; Jason Howell\x3c/b\x3e\x26#8217;s dub-driven sound blends earthy beats with spacy effects to get you high.\u00a0 Warning\u2014do not operate heavy machinery under their influence!\u00a0 Rounding out the release, \x3cb\x3eJasWho?\x3c/b\x3e adds a tough bassline and a positive message to rock the dancefloor.\u00a0 \x26#8220;If we put our minds together, we might just get it right,\x26#8221; he tells us.\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x26#8220;Sufi Life\x26#8221; goes live on Feb. 12\x3csup\x3eth\x3c/sup\x3e, 2009.\u00a0 Be sure to check it out!\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Sufi Life\x22 src=\x22http://tarantic.com/img/300/tar32_300.jpg\x22 width=\x22300\x22 align=\x22bottom\x22 height=\x22300\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a        \x0a            \x3cli class=\x22tumblr_post tumblr_text_post\x22\x3e\x0a                \x0a                    \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_title\x22\x3eNew Release! BradElectro, \x26#8220;Pinstripe Late Nite\x26#8221;\x3c/div\x3e\x0a                \x0a                \x0a                \x3cdiv class=\x22tumblr_body\x22\x3e\x0a                    \x3cp\x3eLike a hot-blooded house party fueled by tasteful top-shelf booze, \x3ca href=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/artists.html#brad\x22\x3eBradElectro\x26#8217;s\x3c/a\x3e debut full-length album \x26#8220;Pinstripe Late Nite\x26#8221; is both boisterous bump and refined funk. The material breathes with live rhythm tracks, moving basslines and hooky arrangements that have developed from years of Brad\x26#8217;s multi-genre music production and Live PA performances.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3eThe first single, \x3ca href=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/releases.html\x22\x3e\x26#8220;Rubberbands,\x26#8221;\x3c/a\x3e features the vocals of NYC-based singer/songwriter Marwan Kanafani and is already getting support from DJs such as Rick Preston, Demarkus Lewis, Murray Richardson, Presslaboys, Atnarko, Giom, Sebastian Davidson, Charles Spencer, Oscar G, and many many more.\x3cbr/\x3e\x3cbr/\x3e\x26#8220;Pinstripe Late Nite\x26#8221; drops on Oct. 31st, 2008 and will be available digitally from Beatport, Traxsource, Xpressbeats, Clickgroove, and Juno Download. Exclusive pre-release downloads now available from \x3ca href=\x22http://www.stompy.com/Ep/97268\x22\x3eStompy\x3c/a\x3e. Join us at Temple Nightclub for the record release party on Thursday, Nov. 6th!\x3c/p\x3e\x0a\x3cp\x3e\x3cimg alt=\x22Pinstripe Late Nite\x22 src=\x22http://www.tarantic.com/img/psln460.jpg\x22 width=\x22460\x22 height=\x22460\x22/\x3e\x3c/p\x3e\x0a                \x3c/div\x3e\x0a            \x3c/li\x3e\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a\x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a        \x0a\x0a                        \x0a    \x0a\x3c/ol\x3e');