Latch - Platinum

Brighton-based duo Latch return to Colour and Pitch with ‘Platinum', their second release on the label.

Comprising DJ Lee Garrett and musician James Morpeth, Latch are quickly building a reputation for their warm electronic sound that, in an age of cold robotics, brims over with humanity.

 Featuring some modular synth wizardry, ‘Platinum' is a smooth, electro-influenced cut, defying genre classification with its very own style of intricate progression.

 Following hot on the heels of debut release ‘Frida', ‘Platinum' is the second of three initial releases by Latch on Colour and Pitch. Look out for ‘The Suspect', dropping soon!

"Spiritchaser warm up vibes all the way!" - Richard Earnshaw
"lovely vibez" - Severino
"Electro Funk! More please! super jazzy and groovy too. Love it!" - Kev Kruz

Spotify | iTunes / Apple Music | Traxsource | Beatport | Juno

Josiah Fontenot - Old Metaphors EP

For our 40th release on Colour and Pitch, we welcome Texas native Josiah Fontenot with the stunning ‘Old Metaphors’ EP, featuring remixes from Daniel Allen and Mysterons.

 Opening track ‘Chosen Course’ delivers a compact, tight groove; gradually adding on tweaked acid touches and retro stabs as it steadily builds and builds.

Owner of misfit imprint Denied Music and resident at respected Austin venues Plush and Ethics, Daniel Allen turns in a deep, dark reworking of ‘Chosen Course’, making the most of those acid lines and sprinkling on some techno-infused magic that’s all his own.

 Second original cut ‘Fall’s Start’ sees Fontenot in a more reflective mood; electric pianos and chilled pads creating a thoughtful and hypnotic atmosphere before potent stabs take us up, up and away…

Enigmatic production duo Mysterons provide the EP’s final remix, taking ‘Fall’s Start’ into languid breakbeat territory with a bouncy, bass driven groove and spine-tingling, expansive chords.

Available on Beatport | Spotify | Traxsource | iTunes / Apple Music | Juno

Da Funk - The Prophecy

A friend, featured remixer and supporter of Colour and Pitch since day one, we are delighted to welcome Da Funk back to our little label, this time with brand new original track ‘The Prophecy'. Boasting releases on Pacha Recordings and Anjunadeep as well as his own Acryl Music, Da Funk is just as prolific as he is talented. 'The Prophecy' is a rolling, deep and energetic slice of tech house aimed squarely at the dance-floor. Da Funk expertly builds up an atmospheric groove over the first three minutes before unleashing old-school acid tweaks, drum breaks and finally a wonderfully uplifting piano hook that's sure to raise the roof.

Label owner Sumsuch takes the helm for the first of two remixes, dirtying up Da Funk's chord stabs by putting them through a guitar amp whilst adding warm, deep bass and classic House drums for a late-night club workout. Sumsuch's trademark melodic approach is highly evident however, particularly in the smooth, chord-laden breakdown.

Ultra-talented London producer Finest Wear provides the second remix, which is typically intricate, floaty and deep. Showcasing that euphoric piano alongside teasing breakbeat snippets somehow lends this version the feel of a 90's rave classic, without any need for hi-vis jackets or Vick's Vapour Rub to enhance the experience.

Out now on iTunes , Traxsource , Beatport , Juno , Spotify

Q-Burns Abstract Message - QBAM RMX1

It’s both an honour and a privilege for us at Colour and Pitch to present this selection of previously unreleased remixes from leftfield production hero Q-Burns Abstract Message. Since remixing our debut release (‘Simpatico’ by Sumsuch), we’ve built a close relationship with the mercurial Orlando artist, and our constant pestering for more music has finally paid off. Rescued from obscurity and lovingly remastered, RMX1 is made up of vintage Q-BAM reworks that never saw the light of day for one reason or another. It’s been a true labour of love tracking down the original artists and getting deals agreed, but one listen to this EP makes all the hard work worthwhile.

 Opening the EP is a breaksy, atmospheric and psychedelic version of Church Williams’s 2013 indie-pop gem ‘Touch The Sun’. Next up Q-BAM tackles ‘Absence’ by underground trip-hop/synth pop collective ‘The Antirealists’, supplying a bass driven, shoe-gazing indie-dance interpretation, which is as addictive as it is unique. The brilliantly named ‘Japanese Insanity’ receives a percussion-led, driving workout, taking their track ‘The Lobster’ into hypnotic dancefloor territory. The remix of Robert McCoy’s ‘Damascus’ builds steadily into a trippy Deep House bubbler, off-kilter in the best possible way. Last but by no means least, Mathew Scot’s ‘Trauma’ is re-imagined in a style reminiscent of West Coast House music during its mind-expanding golden era. Brimming with inventiveness and creativity, these 5 remixes see Q-Burns Abstract Message at his vintage, genre-defying best; somehow managing to sound cerebral and visceral all at once. We hope you enjoy this special selection of truly unique electronica: Q-BAM has assured us there are more hidden gems in his vaults, so watch out for RMX2!

Available now via: iTunes | Traxsource | Beatport | Spotify | Juno

 Selected feedback:
"Wonderful release, every mix is ace!" - Nick Warren (Hope Recordings / Way Out West / Renaissance) 
"Super fat sounds all over this release. QBurns is the king!" - Randall Jones (Baroque / Bedrock / Forensic / Hooj) 
"Classic QBAM, minus the drum breaks!" Sleazy McQueen (Whiskey Disco / Paper Recordings) 
"Awesome." - Terry Francis (Wiggle / Fabric)

Sumsuch - Simpatico feat. Will Brock

Our debut release comes from underground stalwart Sumsuch, whose previous releases on Urban Torque, Apollo & Seven Music have found favour with deep-thinking music lovers across the globe.

The title track 'Simpatico' features vocals from multi-instrumentalist and Philadelphia soul-man Will Brock, adding a seductive warmth to Sumsuch's typically emotive & atmospheric musical backdrop.

The first remix in the package comes from US techno powerhouse and self confessed ‘reclusive perfectionist’, Myles Sergé. His take on the original can only be described as a mournful and tender slice of techno, twinned with off-kilter, driving percussion which creates a beguiling groove.

Next up Orlando native and production hero Q Burns Abstract Message lends his own special touch to Simpatico, complete with rolling drums and a dubby bassline. Treading the fine line between "eclectic experimenter and populist ass-shaker", Q BAM supplies a vintage reworking which defies genre tags. All we can tell you is that it's very, very good.

A final track from Sumsuch completes the package, full of emotional strings, moving basslines and just the right amount of acid. This instrumental track sees Sumsuch at his cinematic best, as he recreates a journey across Philadelphia on the scenic road known as 'Kelly Drive'.

The Philly connection throughout 'Simpatico' is no coincidence. As Sumsuch himself puts it: "Every artist from Philadelphia I've worked with over the years has brought a level of talent, soul, inspiration and magic to each project which I have simply not experienced in any other city on Earth. In Will Brock, I have found yet another Philadelphia collaborator to stretch and challenge me artistically. So this record is humbly dedicated to the City of Brotherly Love. There truly is something in the water!"

Simpatico is out now on Beatport, iTunes, Traxsource & Juno Download.

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