Stasis|Collective Presents : The Black Dog & James Ruskin

StasisCollective presents :

The Black Dog (Live) Dust Science Recordings, Soma, Warp

James Ruskin (DJ) Blueprint, Coda

Fran Hartnett (Live) Creation

Euphiophone (Live) Stasis

Prozac (Dj) VOid

with visual support by blindFate & Razz

Productions by The Black Dog were the catalyst for an entire UK electronica movement in the early 90s. Signed to Warp records, releasing alongside the likes of Aphex Twin, Autechre and LFO, having also remixed and produced tracks for Bjork. Remaining as invigorating as ever, their latest album, 'Radio Scarecrow' (preview track) is beautifully crafted throughout. The Black Dogs signature mosiac perfect detailing, unravels listeners in the warmth and complexities of their sound.

Blurring the lines between techno and electronica, close friend and veteran techno producer James Ruskin has promised a special set to compliment and finish the night. His 2008 album 'The Dash' (preview track) formed "a massive leap that joins the dots between his previous dancefloor savvy material with intricate basslines, beautiful melodies and hypnotic rhythms, 'The Dash' is the mark of an artist in full control of his sound."

Also playing on the night is local techno maestro Fran Hartnett. Often using studio equipment alongside decks, Fran's reputation as a techno heavyweight grows with every set he plays. Deviating from his stronger sound, we have invited him to show a more delicate side to his music. It promises to be something a little different, even for his biggest fans.

Euphiophone is a multi-talented audio and visual producer. Bridging the gap between film scores and electronic music, his evolving melodies and industrial beats will stimulate all listeners.
We are excited to welcome back Prozac, who after a 2 year absence, returns to mix a selection of carefully chosen glitchy electronica tracks.

As always, interesting visuals and quality sound are important factors to our nights. Expect a multiscreen visual display provided by: blindFate & Razz plus a bass heavy (Loudmouth) 10K sound install.

Date: 26.09.08
Venue: Andrews Lane Theatre
Doors: 22.00
Adm: €15

Streamed mixes for your listening pleasure: James Ruskin Mix The Black Dog Fran Hartnett

James Ruskin (Blueprint, Coda, Tresor)

A lot has happened in the six years since James Ruskin’s third studio album ‘Into Submission’ (Tresor, 2001) hit the ground like a dancefloor wrecking ball. Computers have become studios, digital downloading has revolutionised the music industry and the boundaries between rock and dance music have become increasingly blurred. Similarly, in the same period Ruskin has rebuilt his studio, started a family and suddenly last year lost his best friend and Blueprint co-founder, Richard Polson. Taking stock of all these experiences and developments brings us to a new composition that is a huge step in Ruskin’s musical development and fitting testament to the inspiration and life of a close friend. Forming a massive leap in sound that joins the dots between his previous dancefloor savvy material with intricate basslines, beautiful melodies and hypnotic rhythms, ‘The Dash’ is the mark of an artist in full control of his sound. Ruskin`s early exposure to musical alternatives via active radio and club scenes affected his own need for self-expression and identity through music. The rampant electro, hip-hop and emerging Detroit techno scenes channelled his influences toward more electronic sources enough to inspire his own productions in the early 90s. His step toward DJing had already been made in 1991 and his blinding mixing style was earning him top spots across the UK and eventually worldwide by 1996, coinciding with his and Polson’s first releases as ‘Outline’ on the emerging force that was Blueprint.

The Black Dog (Dust Science, Soma, Warp)

The Black Dog are one of the seminal artists in techno and electronica Inspired by hanging out at the KLF’s Trancentral studio, The Black Dog started putting out records that were influential across the world. Soon established as Britain’s leading left-field techno group, The Black Dog were defined the Artificial Intelligence sound and released truly legendary albums such as Spanners, Bytes and Temple of Transparent Balls. They also established themselves as one of the few truly great live acts in techno, able to conjure up extraordinary sounds and riotous grooves that simply tore up the clubs. No-one sounded quite like the Black Dog then, and no-one does now, and the band is healthier now than it has ever been. Now kennelled with the Dust Science label, The Black Dog has since 2005 released two highly acclaimed CDs (Silenced and The Book of Dogma), as well putting out both a re-mastered version of the Virtual and Techno Playtime EPs and seven new singles. The Dog has attracted huge attention as a result, and an LP for Glasgow’s Soma label is due for release in the Winter. But what has always sustained The Black Dog is the enormous groundswell of popular support for the group’s live shows. The band crosses the dividing line between live set and DJ set with ease, and is able to both twist minds and rock parties – often simultaneously. Hence their international reputation and popularity, with dozens of gigs across Europe including performances in front of 45,000 people at Spain’s Monegros Festival and a stellar performance at The Glade. The Black Dog have matured into one of the few must-see acts in dance music and electronica.

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All artwork by Colm MacAoidh