Luc Ringesen – Hertzfled – (Puas Puas)

When it comes to electronic music, Luxembourg isn’t exactly renowned as a European stronghold. Even so, Luc Ringeisen is a DJ/producer from the country who’s starting to make great waves on the international scene. Considering he runs the Vinyl Club label and is also a resident at Berlin’s Club der Visionaire label, his credentials are impressive enough.

On the Hertzfeld EP for the Vinyl Club label, he comes up trumps once more, this time thanks to a four-tracker that’s notable for its many off-kilter ways and unpredictable mannerisms. The action doesn’t take long to come around either, as the title track is full of zest and colour. Although it starts off on a minimal edge, it soon morphs into an entirely different beast thanks to its low-fi vibes.

‘Drunken’ is a moodier beast, but one that’s again indebted to futuristic sounding tropes. ‘’Purple’’ is my pick of the lot. A bit ominous in texture, it lingers throughout thanks to its many moody tones and keeps the suspense perked throughout. Last but not least is ‘’And Higher Black’’, another tension-filled effort that’s also full of discerning textures and is produced with great flair. All things told, this is a killer release by Mr. Ringeisen.

4 out of 5

Reviewed by Ian Fleming