Scottish imprint Bulletdodge Records release ‘Assortment 001’, a various artist compilation featuring an array of musical styles from artists such as Suna Path, Mash, The Revenge and more.
‘Assortment 1’ conveys Bulletdodge’s new vast musical direction as they continue down this path of musical exploration laying focus on experimental, post-punk, ambient and everything in between. It’s a collection of tracks that clearly demonstrates the label’s commitment to releasing music of varying styles and features tracks from established artists, new comers and a selection of prolific producers who have used an alter ego in order to retain anonymity
Elusive artist PosT kicks off the release with ‘Under’ featuring lofi, muffled soundscapes, tranquil ambience and calming drones until Scottish production duo Suna Path keep the hypnotic moods flowing with ‘The Prophet’, a dubbed out cut with warming undertones, meditative bass and leads that alleviate you whilst the shattering synths progress with alarming effect. Aquila’s ‘Kevin’ track is a heart-warming, cinematic track filled with nostalgia and euphoria as the alleviating pads and entrancing atmospheres combine together harmoniously before the mysterious Seisdrum delivers a low-slung roller entitled ‘Parklife’, the spiralling melodies bounce delightfully off the dreamy synths and weighty, off-kilter drums.
Mash who has released records on labels such as Southern Fried, Glasgow Underground, Dirt, Optimo Trax and more returns to Bulletdodge in collaboration with Roar Groove boss, The Revenge. Their ‘Saunter’ track is an emotive number with new-wave influences, the plucking bass grooves and guitar reverberations keep the energy of the track flowing above the intricate drums whilt Developing Rhythm’s ‘Searching’ lays focus on steppy rhythms and gentle chords that balance with choppy vocals capturing the elated spirit of the track. Established guitarist Stewart Cunningham teams up with Saw Ya (working under an anonymous guise) fusing intricate guitar riffs, zappy fx and echoing frequencies with enthralling effect before the unidentified Renwartherger rounds off this absorbing mini album with ‘Yas Yas’ – a raw, post-punk piece with craggy instrumentals and resounding yet enthralling shrills.