One of my favorites in the whole “MIDIFY Chip sounds but make the kind of music I want to anyways” zone of the chip music scene, Mr. Spastic is extremely underrated and hopefully this is the release to get him on the map. Having had one of the best Blip ’09 sets, he is sure to be killing it at this weekend’s Dutycyle II show. With its killer pixel art from UI, this may be hands down one of my favorite e-ep’s so far of 09.
This is non-optional download. GRAB IT NOW.
“Claps and Leads” marks Mr. Spastic’s triumphant return to the 8bitpeoples catalogue; five deft exercises in virtuoso programming, balancing intricate technical skill with a warmly organic sound, all delivered in his signature bold-yet-delicate tech-soul style. Jazz, deep funk, disco, R&B, and full-on techno inflections collide and merge into an astonishing stylistic cocktail, all topped off with a shimmering pro-grade production sensibility. Dazzling artwork by Ui completes the package, sealing the deal on a certain future classic.
via 8bitpeoples.