Following suit after many premier independent record labels such as Compost and OM, !K7 presents, "!K7150", a double CD retrospective, showcasing the tremendous caliber of its releases. Since 1996, !K7 has been behind some of the most innovative artists in the electronic music scene including, Kruder and Dorfmeister, Vikter Duplaix, Spacek, Rae and Christian, A Guy Called Gerald, Ursula Rucker, Nick Holder and Herbert featuring Dani Siciliano, all of whom are represented on this compilation. !K7 is also responsible for the highly acclaimed DJ-Kicks series, a DJ mix series by widely celebrated acts like Thievery Corporation, Truby Trio, Kid Loco, DJ Cam, and Nightmares on Wax.
"!K7150" is a sonic journey through the !K7 vaults, providing a glimpse into the many spectrums of electronic music. The compilation begins with Modaji's sublime downtempo remix of Ursula Rucker's "Supa Sista". Nick Holder's "Sometimes I'm Blue", Kruder & Dorfmeister's classic "Black Baby", and Herbert's "Suddenly" , delve into the jazzier end of the electronic soundscape. Vikter Duplaix's "Sensuality", Recloose's "Can't Take It", and Spacek's "Motion Control" ooze with funk soul and groove. CD 02 is a similar variety pack of high quality !
K7 releases, including Tiga's supa-hot remake of Nelly's "Hot in Herre", Playgroup's "Behind the Wheel" and another brilliant feature from Herbert, "The Audience". A limited edition version of the release includes a DVD with videos from Tosca, Rae and Christian, Vikter Duplaix, and Funkstörung, for the multi-media buffs.
If you're unfamiliar with the !K7 label, then this comp is an excellent way to get yourself up to speed. !K7 is without question one of the most successful independent labels representing underground electronic music. Congrats to them on hitting the big 150 and here's to 150 more!
