Another year, another Ninja Tune forum swap. Compiled for the 2009 Xmas Swap (hosted in fine style by the venerable Spunktrumpet), And So To Bed… keeps it low and lazy with sounds found at the blurred edge of dub & techno. If you enjoyed 2008’s NiteDrive, then this one will be right up your street.

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BosBos – And So To Bed… (1hr, 146MB)

Tracklisting

1. Clubroot – Low Pressure Zone
2. Redshape – Seduce Me
3. RSD – Depend (Lovas)
4. Andy Stott – Blocked
5. The Cheapers & The Incredible Hochzeitsband – Muaäh
6. Claro Intelecto – Instinct
7. Marco Resmann – Paradise Lost
8. Sons Of The Dragon – Night Sky
9. Peshay – Robotics
10. Carl Taylor – Walk On By
11. Darkstar – Aidy’s Girl Is A Computer
12. Loco Dice – M Train To Brooklyn
13. Demdike Stare – Haxan

Kraftwerk should require no introduction. You’ve heard either their music or influence, knowingly or unknowingly at some time or another. Their reach has been so emphatically placed into the mindset of so many modern artists, it’s difficult to know where to begin when considering songs influenced by the German visionaries of the future, or just the many cover versions of such classics as ‘Computer Love’, ‘The Man Machine’ or ‘Autobahn’. Thankfully, that’s where Strictly Kev (aka DJ Food) comes in.

A true fan of all things Kraftwerk, Strictly Kev has built a large collection of cover versions over the years which walk a fine line between sublime homage and downright absurdity. Rock, chiptune, classical and many more styles beyond feature in Kev’s Kraftwerk Kover Kollection. Volumes 1-4 have been available from bosbos.net for some time, but with Kev unleashing volume 6 onto an unsuspecting listening public, it was a good time to round them all up into one neat package for your convenience. Start by downloading the brilliant high-res cover artwork (by Kev, of course) and tracklists here, then fill your boots with the krafty mix werk below…

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As a label, Planet Mu has been around long enough to see whole genres of music come and go, but thanks to some choice signings courtesy of the main mu man Mike Paradinas, it’s always carved a solid path through the mire of electronic music. Famed for past releases by the likes of Jega, Venetian Snares and µ-Ziq (Paradinas himself), the focus in more recent times has been placed on the dubstep/grime crossover that has burgeoned in sweaty clubs across the land. With the likes of Mary Anne Hobbs at the selective helm for her third compilation for Mu (Wild Angels, out now), it can only be onwards and upwards for the label as it continues to set the standard for others to follow.

The Mµ Wave compiles some hefty tunes from Planet Mu’s output over 2009, giving a chance for newer artists to show off their wares next to the more established likes of Boxcutter, who was once the new boy but now commands critical acclaim after a pile of excellent longplayers and EPs for Mu. What does 2010 hold for Planet Mu? Who knows (other than Mike P)… but one thing’s for sure – it’s going to be pretty interesting finding out.

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BosBos – The Mµ Wave (51mins, 117MB)

Tracklisting

1. Syntheme – Mimtro
2. Brackles – Sutorîto Faitâ
3. Starkey – Miracles (Jamie Vex’d Remix)
4. Terror Danjah – Zumpi Hunter (Swindle Remix)
5. Gemmy – Rainbow Rd.
6. Boxcutter – Sidereal Day
7. Pinch – Teleportation (Original Mix)
8. Ital Tek – Massive Error
9. Raffertie – Wobble Horror!
10. Jamie Vex’d – Radiant Industry
11. Floating Points – K&G Beat
12. Hudson Mohawke – Spotted
13. Tranqill – Payroll (Paul White’s Clean Dub)

The Alt River is more compilation than mix – no fancy turntable tricks here – but what matters (what should always matter) are the tunes. The outer sounds to be found come courtesy of classic bands like Joy Division, Public Image Limited and The Pop Group, as well as more modern types like !!! (Chk Chk Chk) and Pivot. All weave their magic to make for an enjoyable listening experience that showcases some truly great alternative music from the last few decades or so. Oh, and if you know the inspiration for the sleeve art above, give yourself a pat on the back for being so clever… then shuffle off in your slippers for being so old!

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BosBos – The Alt River (52mins, 121MB)

Tracklisting

1. Joy Division – Disorder
2. Pivot – Nothing Hurts Machine
3. Public Image Limited – Public Image
4. Gang Of Four – Damaged Goods
5. The Cure – A Forest
6. !!! – Hello? Is This Thing On?
7. The Clash – Overpowered By Funk
8. Talk Talk – It’s My Life
9. Rumskib – Dreampoppers Tribute
10. My Bloody Valentine – Sometimes
11. M83 – You, Appearing
12. The Pop Group – She Is Beyond Good And Evil

Founded in 1989 by one Michael Anthony Banks (AKA Mad Mike), Underground Resistance is a Detroit-based label that has always been driven by a thoroughly independent ethos. It’s militant message is just as strong as the music pressed to vinyl – over the years it has adapted from soulful electronic beginnings to some seriously caustic techno of the highest order. This mix isn’t particularly populated by the latter UR sound (nothing harsh enough to bring on nosebleeds, for example) but the one thing it does contain a lot of is soul. It should be pointed out that certain tracks are taken from the Red Planet imprint, a child of the UR parentage, but all sounds tread a similar path of greatness. Remember, UR created tomorrow and live in your imagination – they will never die.

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BosBos – UR (52mins, 119MB)

Tracklisting

1. Underground Resistance – Jupiter Jazz
2. Underground Resistance – Cosmic Traveller
3. The Martian – Sex In Gravity
4. Galaxy 2 Galaxy – Journey Of The Dragons
5. X-103 – 10000 Chariots
6. The Martian – Lost Transmission From Earth
7. Underground Resistance – The Final Frontier
8. Underground Resistance – Acid Fog (The Mystery)
9. The Martian – Ultraviolet Images
10. The Martian – Windwalker

Baiyon is one Tomohisa Kuramitsu, an experimental artist in both the musical and graphical sense. Combining his talents into various artworks and musical releases over time has driven him to create his most well known work, namely 2008’s Pixeljunk Eden, a videogame which strongly incorporates the union between audio and visual to produce a fantastic sensory gameplay experience.

Le Monde Moebiusien (The Moebiusian World) is an exhibition currently being held at the International Manga Museum in Kyoto, Japan. Celebrating the works of renowned French graphical artist Moebius, the exhibition also allows for the inclusion of representatives of Japanese manga and animation to discuss his influence. Joining together for a live event, Baiyon soundtracked Moebius as he painted. Unfortunately the footage of this event could not be sourced – so you’ll have to close your eyes and imagine Moebius getting busy with the brushes – but you can at least hear what Baiyon had to offer musically, which amounts to some hefty techno and Brazillian beats galore.

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Baiyon – Moebius Mix [Direct link] (1hr 45mins, 96MB)

Over the past half a decade or so, the Ghost Box label has quietly been carving a path into the strangest of musical territory. Reminiscent of the sounds found in hoary educational school films, or creepy eighties BBC shows like Chocky, much of the label’s output readily falls into the self-imposed genre known as ‘Hauntology’. Throw in some carefully inspired artwork by prominent graphic designer (and label founder) Julian House, and the authentic sense of nostalgia is complete. The Mind Bridge is a culmination of the twisted minds who frequent the GB roster, such as The Advisory Circle, Belbury Poly, The Focus Group and so on. Step into the other world of Ghost Box – and you may never return quite the same again.

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BosBos – The Mind Bridge (A Ghost Box Tribute) (58mins, 58secs, 135MB)

Tracklisting

1. The Focus Group – Dancing Horse (Logotone)
2. The Advisory Circle – Sundial
3. Belbury Poly – The Hidden Door
4. The Focus Group – Salty Sun Tales
5. Belbury Poly – Pan’s Garden
6. The Advisory Circle – Mogadon Coffee Morning
7. The Focus Group – Pan Calling
8. Belbury Poly – The Moonlawn
9. The Advisory Circle – Civil Defence Is Common Sense
10. Belbury Poly – Remember Tomorrow
11. Mount Vernon Arts Lab – Warminster 4
12. The Focus Group – Starry Wisdom
13. Belbury Poly – Time Scale
14. The Focus Group – Shining Stone (Logotone)
15. Belbury Poly – Owls And Flowers
16. The Advisory Circle – Hocusing For Beginners
17. The Focus Group – The Harmony Programme
18. Belbury Poly – Lord Belbury’s Folly
19. Belbury Poly – A Warning
20. Eric Zann – Voolas
21. The Focus Group – Reflected Message

Techno was, is and will forever be associated with the future. From the space-age pieces of music-making kit involved that are synonymous with the genre, to the forward-thinking sounds found in all manner of hard to find albums and expensive import 12 inches, techno is always one step ahead of the rest of the pack. Conversely, the idea for this mix has been idling around in the past for some time. Bringing to the fore some classic tracks from many moons ago, Technode is a minor tribute to a major associate – namely one Dave Winter. A true futurist, his lust for anything techno (and beyond) was effortlessly inspiring; always first with the knowledge on a new label or must-listen EP, generously handing over tapes of strange and exciting music, a huge debt is owed to his guiding light in the darker reaches of the electronic end of the music spectrum… which is where you’re headed with Technode.

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BosBos – Technode (57mins, 132MB)

Tracklisting

1. Link – Antacid
2. Jedi Knights – One For M.A.W.
3. Luke Slater’s 7th Plain – Seeing Sense
4. Kosmic Messenger – I Find Myself
5. Suburban Knight – The Art Of Stalking (Stalker Mix)
6. Motorbass – Wan Dence
7. Derrick May – Icon (Montage Mix)
8. Link – Amazon Amenity (Chameleon Remix)
9. A Reminiscent Drive – Relief

‘Deep Tunes & Bleep Tones’ is how things roll for this trip on the old skool rave bus. Dipping a toe in the acid-soaked waters of the late eighties and early nineties, you’ll experience some wicked bleep sounds, club tracks that crossed over to the pop charts all mixed up in a ravey bundle. Show your age by recognising every tune, or make everyone jealous of how young you are by denying knowledge of the whole lot – either way, have fun with some great music.

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BosBos – A Day At The Raves (56mins, 129MB)

Tracklisting

1. Hell Interface – Midas Touch (Remix)
2. KLF – 3 a.m. Eternal (Live At The S.S.L.)
3. A Guy Called Gerald – Voodoo Ray
4. Inner City – Good Life
5. Tuff Little Unit – Join The Future
6. Fax Yourself – Walkin’ On Sunshine ‘89
7. Tricky Disco – Tricky Disco
8. Technotronic – Pump Up The Jam
9. LFO – LFO (Leeds Warehouse Mix)
10. D Mob – We Call It Acieed
11. Adonis – No Way Back
12. Aphex Twin – On
13. Moody Boys – Free

Seedy beats and some mighty rude bass are the order of the day for Last Man Standing. This set comes right out of the sub-basement level of the club, where only the brave dare enter (and foolhardy accidentally walk into). The tracklist should tell you all you need to know, but an honourable mention goes to King Cannibal who applies devastating frequencies at the best of times, but really switches up through the gears with the Qemists remix. Keep a hand on the volume dial as you’ll be turning it up or down… depending on your tolerance levels!

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BosBos – Last Man Standing (1hr 14mins, 169MB)

Tracklisting

1. The Qemists – Dem Na Like Me (King Cannibal Remix)
2. Aaron Spectre – Look Out Fi Liar
3. King Cannibal – Aragami Style
4. Ebola – Portland 2CB
5. Milanese – Braggin’
6. Something J – Mercedes Bentley Vs. Versace Armani
7. HATE – Injustice
8. Mathhead – Bullets Of Your Sound (Remix)
9. Bong-Ra – The Rush (Long Time Coming) (Drop The Lime Remix)
10. Darqwan – Universal Wan-Ting
11. Rustie – Jagz The Smack
12. The Tuss – Last Rushup 10
13. Amit – Too Many Freedoms
14. Venetian Snares – Dance Like You’re Selling Nails