ESPN002 by Various Artists

Previews: https://soundcloud.com/era-specific-noise/espn002-various-artists-previews

Welcome to the second edition of Era Specific Noise! This release sees the debut of three talented new artists to the label - there’s nothing better than a good VA. With an audible sonic influence and shared appreciation for the originality and love poured into old-school techno, ESPN002 has something for every drum machine lover out there.

We kick things off with TOECRUNCHER's track "Turnstyle", the first of two driving pieces of dancefloor-friendly techno that make up the A side. A classic 16th note bassline, strong percussion, and just the right amount of ear candy and ephemeral pads - this work practically mixes itself into your DJ set. The next output by label head Richardson “Situational Awareness” builds off this style and adds a growling, modulated synthline, a uniqueness which ensures its memorability and slot in your bag.

The clarity in production of B1 “Occhio per occhio” by Alfa Cornae is hard to put into words. There’s a mountain of percussion in this hardgroove-inspired piece and yet, everything seems to have its own place - and those squelchy breakdowns don’t hurt either. Rounding off the release is “Kintsugi” - a slamming, industrial yet ethereal piece by Andrea Crestani. We personally enjoy a release that tells a story, and this track has all the hallmarks and melancholy of an EP closer.

We hope you enjoy your stay with Era Specific Noise - New school old school.

Tracklist:

(33RPM) Info Side:

A1 TOECRUNCHER - Turnstyle (05:51)
A2 Richardson - Situational Awareness (06:25)

(33RPM) Label Side:

B1 Alfa Cornae - Occhio per occhio (04:59)
B2 Andrea Crestani - Kintsugi (06:27)

Pre-order / Buy (EU / Rest of the World):
https://www.juno.co.uk/products/toecruncher-richardson-alfa-cornae-andrea-crestani-espn-002-vinyl/1080993-01/
https://www.deejay.de/Various_ESPN002_ESPN002__1139637

Tracklist

1.	TOECRUNCHER - Turnstyle	5:52

2.	Richardson - Situational Awareness
3.	Alfa Cornae - Occhio per occhio
4.	Andrea Crestani - Kintsugi

Credits

releases May 30, 2025

Writing & Production: TOECRUNCHER, Richardson, Alfa Cornae, Andrea Crestani
Artwork: Brooke Reilly
Mastering: Paul Mac @ Hardgroove
Vinyl Pressing: Matter Of Fact (DE)
Distribution: DBH Music (DE)

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