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YORE 059EP
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$26.00
PREORDER
RELEASE DATE: 12/12/2025
James Baker aka ReKaB passed away very recently and so unexpectedly. He had only submitted the music for his new EP for YORE less than two weeks before his sudden passing. The original title was meant to be Let the Machines Talk, but the label decided to change it to The Last Talk of the Machines. It feels not only sad but also surreal to hear music that was created only shortly before, knowing James is no longer with us in embodied existence. This is the very last talk of his loved Machines.
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YORE 054EP
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ReKaB drops another strong four-track EP, rooted firmly in the Detroit sound with a nod to the soulful techno styles that shaped the UK underground in the '90s. His second EP for Cologne's YORE Records. The production, as always, is spot on -- sharp, detailed, and endlessly listenable. While the tracks carry the weight of tradition, they're not stuck in it. There's a fresh, forward-facing energy here that keeps things exciting. "My Inspiration" opens with classic metallic strings and a tight, robotic square bass that locks you in straight away. Just when you think you know where it's going, the vocal drops -- a bold touch that shifts the track into more human territory, giving it an emotional pull without losing its edge. "Soul Brother" is a late-night cruiser. Rhodes chords, rolling bass, and lush strings set the scene for a proper cityscape vibe. It's smooth, it's warm, and it glides effortlessly, all while keeping enough groove to move. "Future Times" kicks things up a gear with more tempo and bite. Acidic basslines and a writhing lead sit alongside deep chords, making it equal parts hypnotic and urgent. It's the kind of track that turns heads in the club -- direct and effective without being predictable. Wrapping it up, "Random Fragments" pulls things back into a more reflective, dubby space. The layers are rich but restrained, with chirps and analogue echoes drifting through a hazy atmosphere. It's introspective but not sleepy, the perfect comedown to round off the EP. ReKaB's consistency is something else -- each release feels like it's levelling up, pushing his sound forward without losing its roots. This EP is no different. It's a tight package of ideas, all executed with precision and style. One for the heads, no question.
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YORE 050EP
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Yore is on something like a roll at the moment. This time, the label returns with a techno EP by ReKaB. It's easy to forget that, at its core, techno hopes for a better future. This new four-track EP of connoisseur-grade repetitive beats from ReKaB (AKA James Baker) reminds Yore of this with a reverent nod to the past and a look forward to a human-centered tomorrow. Tradition is a big part of the ReKaB sound. Classic timbres run through all the tracks, but what James does so well is how he deploys and contrasts the elements. Piano chords layer late-night soul over syncopated bass. Comforting strings and ethereal pads upgrade your consciousness while your body remains rooted by Techno City square waves. Call and response between acid lines and synth patterns feel like the machines interact, whilst the ever-present 909 thump adds the all-important dance floor framework. Throughout the whole EP, ReKaB shows deep knowledge and respect for the art form, proving he is no less than a master of the craft. Limited to 250 copies worldwide.
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