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09/06/2025

This week in 2005, DJ Shadows released a deluxe edition of Endtroducing, an album that is widely regarded as a groundbreaking and pivotal work in the electronic music scene.

First released on 16 September 1996, Endtroducing contains one of hip hop's most sampled beats: "Organ Donor". The track showcases Shadow’s ability to transform obscure vinyl snippets into something visceral and timeless.

Critics have hailed "Organ Donor" as a triumph of tension and groove. Pitchfork likened it to a "noir chase scene," while The Guardian praised its "less-is-more brilliance." The track’s eerie, church-organ melody and relentless drums create a cinematic intensity that feels both ancient and futuristic.

Producers like RJD2 and Madlib have called it a "beat-making religion," with Cut Chemist admitting it made him replay it endlessly. Four Tet still drops it in DJ sets, calling it "timeless," while Questlove dissected its drum programming as a "vibe clinic."

The genius of "Organ Donor" lies in its deceptive simplicity. Shadow took a haunting organ sample—reportedly from a 1970s psychedelic rock record—and paired it with meticulously chopped breaks. The result feels like a mantra, looping with hypnotic precision. As BBC Music put it, the track sounds like "hip-hop’s future crashing into its past."

Beyond its technical mastery, "Organ Donor" embodies Shadow’s crate-digging philosophy. It transforms forgotten vinyl into emotional storytelling, a hallmark of Endtroducing...... The Quietus described it as "cinematic dread," while Danger Mouse marveled at how Shadow made the sample feel "destined" for this moment.

Culturally, Organ Donor became a producer’s benchmark. Its drums have been lifted by Mos Def & countless underground artists, while its influence echoes in genres from trip-hop to IDM. James Lavelle of UNKLE called it Mo’Wax’s "most-played record," a testament to its enduring power.

Ultimately, Organ Donor is more than a beat—it’s a lesson in musical alchemy. As Spin declared, it’s "the sound of obsession perfected." Whether heard in a DJ set, a sample flip, or Shadow’s original, its primal pulse remains unmatched.

06/06/2025

When the rich make war, it's the poor that die.

Dave Gahan turned 63 yesterday. His 1993 recording with Depeche Mode, 𝘚𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘍𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, is one of my fave alb...
10/05/2025

Dave Gahan turned 63 yesterday. His 1993 recording with Depeche Mode, 𝘚𝘰𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘍𝘢𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯, is one of my fave albums of all time—raw, dark, with powerful blues-infused sound. While, in truth, Gahan was at his absolute lowest point during the recording and touring of 𝘚𝘖𝘍𝘈𝘋.

DM faced near-collapse as Gahan’s he**in addiction spiraled (1993-1996), but key members intervened to keep the group alive. Martin Gore and Alan Wilder became the stabilising forces. Gore focused on songwriting, channeling the chaos into dark, spiritual lyrics, while Wilder’s production salvaged erratic recording sessions. Their work on 𝘚𝘖𝘍𝘈𝘋 reflected Gahan’s turmoil but kept the album cohesive.

The 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘛𝘰𝘶𝘳 (1993–94) pushed them to the brink. Gahan’s onstage self-harm, erratic behaviour, and near-fatal health decline forced the band to confront his addiction. Wilder quit in 1995, exhausted by the dysfunction, leaving Gore and Andrew Fletcher to hold the remains together.

A final ultimatum saved Gahan—and the band. After his 1996 overdose and arrest, Gore and Fletcher demanded rehab or dissolution. Gahan chose recovery, allowing Depeche Mode to regroup for 𝘜𝘭𝘵𝘳𝘢 (1997), a subdued but defiant comeback album.

Post-rehab, Gahan transformed from liability to leader. He embraced sobriety, contributed songwriting, and revitalized his voice. The band shifted focus, avoiding nostalgia for their darkest era while evolving their sound in later albums.

Their survival was a mix of loyalty, talent, and luck. Gore’s songwriting, Fletcher’s diplomacy, and Gahan’s redemption cemented DM’s legacy—proving even the worst storms could be weathered.

Happy birthday, Dave, mercy in you!

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20/02/2025




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 OG. To the nights you'll struggle to remember with the people you'll never forget!
08/02/2025

OG. To the nights you'll struggle to remember with the people you'll never forget!

Last night a vinyl DJ saved my life.
08/02/2025

Last night a vinyl DJ saved my life.

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