Magic in the air

I try not to deal in superlatives because, like the guitarist in Spinal Tap, once you've reached the highest level, there's nowhere left to go to. On a few rare occasions I break that rule, and this is an exception. Convextion is one of my favourite producers and this live set, recorded live in London nearly three years ago - April 2006 to be more precise - has been on repeat since I obtained it last year (fittingly, its origins remain a mystery  - maybe it just showed up one day on my computer). Joking aside, this is a truly stellar performance: Hanson's sound is so rich, so detailed and intricate, the range of melodies, combined with the layers of percussion and resonating bass so vivid that you there's almost a visual sensibility at play. That may sound a bit too high-falutin' -  and also provides a snapshot into why writing about techno is so bloody difficult at times - but Convextion's work represents one of a small group of high points in electronic music and this set captures that extra dimension that only those at the very, very top can generate. Put it another way: if someone was to come to me to seek an introduction to contemporary electronic music, this is one of the pieces I would present their virgin palette with. Yes, it's that good. Grab it here and here and swoon. Convextion is also making his Irish debut at Test on Friday, March 27th, in Dublin - hopefully some of the Irish readers can make it down to what promises to be an unforgettable night...

Comments

[chrisdisco]

i really dont think you overexaggerated at all. convextion is a special, unique voice. i saw him play at labyrinth last year and it was one of the best livepas i've witnessed. 10/10. special stuff.

[Barry]

YeahConvextion is unreal live. My highlight of Bloc last year. Cant wait for his Dublin show. Also check out his Faktion set in Manchester, killer stuff!

[gmos]

reckon I'll put in an appearance for this

[b0b]

I've listened to this one countless times!

[c-smac]

oh yes cannot wait. was supposed to be at "a place to bury strangers" HA

[kcee]

yeah this is a pretty good set.

one that i rate higher would be this one.
recorded last year in manchester at faktion.

http://sound.modelfruit.com/sets/convextion_-_faktion_mcr_uk_25.04.08.mp3

absolutely one of the best sets i have heard.it has both those hardfloor remixes on it, so essential.

you can also find a few more of his sets up on sound+ for download.

http://sound.modelfruit.com/

the faktion mix is the most brilliant i have heard from him.

[kcee]

actually listening now, they are quite similar.this mix is pretty loud and clippy a bit in spots.i would recommend checking out that one...very similar vibe and a superior recording i believe.a little bit low but i prefer that to a really loud recording.
its alot easier to play a low recording louder than a high recording softer.

[Kenny]

Convextion is definitely one of the best in the game at the moment. Can't wait to see him again!