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Frankie Vega knows where all the bodies are buried in this city.

Frankie Vega received a great review from 5 Magazine Chicago. Check it out here.

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Need samples? We make sample packs too! Made with all analog gear. Listen/purchase: Electronic - 1100 Drum and Synth Percussion Samples by Grid Based Beats

This sample pack contains 1100 drum and percussion synth

samples (one shots) designed for producing electronic music. All samples are 24bit / 44.1kHz. All samples were designed and recorded using analog processors, drum machines and an Intellijel Modular System. This pack contains classic TR909 and TR808 sounds in addition to new drum samples created by combining drum machines with modular synthesizers. Doing so created unique FM drum samples and punchy drum hits that can be used in any genre. Samples will work with any DAW. There are formatted kits for Ableton Live, Maschine and Kontakt 5. You will need this software to use the kits. If you don’t have any of the software listed, you can still easily use these with any DAW you use. “Electronic” is the creation of Chicago Producer Tim Vitek. The samples have been created and processed in Vitek’s studio using the analog gear stated below. Breakdown of samples by type: Kicks: 263 Snares: 252 Hats: 110 Cymbals: 13 Toms: 43 Misc Hits: 82 Modular Percussive Synth Tones: 360 Total Samples: 1123 The following kits are available: Ableton Live: 10 Drum Racks Maschine: 10 Kits Kontakt 5: 17 Kits Kits are 24bit / 441.kHz The following was used to create this library: Drum Machines / Synthesizers: Roland TR909 Emu Morpheus Z Plane Synthesizer Dave Smith Tempest Modular Info: Many of the sounds were created in conjunction with the following modular components: Intellijel Rubicon, Dixie II, Dual ADSR, Dr. Octature II and a Modcan Quad LFO. Processing gear used: Console & Preamp: Focusrite Control 2802 Compression: Manley Vari Mu TK Audio BC1-S Focusrite Control 2802 Master Bus Compressor EQ: Vintage Orban 622B Parametric EQ Kush Clariphonic Parallel EQ Waves HEX EQ Effects: Lexicon Vortex TC Electronics M-One Reverb Unit A/D Conversion: RME ADI-2 DAW: Pro Tools 10

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Listen/purchase: Jesus Freaks On Grass by Tim Vitek

Tim Vitek is back with his first full length album for Grid Based Beats. “Jesus Freaks On Grass” showcases 9 new techno compositions created heavily in the modular environment and designed to be listened to in its entirety. The album is a story told through sound and as Bobby Dowell (aka Pinion) stated, “Seems hard to find artists who use modular well. This album is different. I enjoyed listening to every one of these tracks. They all seem to keep the same relative tone but all sit in their own unique spaces. Damn good work.” From the jackin' drones in 'Retroflexion One' to the modulating bass line in the title track, 'Jesus Freaks On Grass,' this is an album that pushes techno in a forward direction. Review by Roman Zawodny - UKR: Tim Vitek, hailing from Chicago''s ominous techno sector brings heat with this nine track voyage into techno's deepest corners. Starting off with the The Beginning Of The End, Vitek launches us directly into a realm of synth darkness with hints of effervescent light filtering into the cold land of the future. Yet to be explored, this new land brings us hope for a new dawn as the leaders of the techno resistance fight forautonomy. Marching forth with toms of war the percussive action is fluid and sets the tone for the uprising. Bringing drones into action with his second track Retroflexion One, the throbbing side-chaining synths and relentless drive forward add momentum to the release heading deeper in the void. We suddenly hit Jesus Freaks On Grass, a twisted analog show of force as Tim establishes a confrontational and intimidating line against incoming forces that are not seen yet but felt approaching in the distance. With the attack imminent Vitek unleashes Pressure Of Awareness, a pumping, jacking affair with ethereal shades of color and light that capture the listener's imagination as 16th note synth stabs offer emotive glimpses of how things could transpire. There is an air of uncertainty and premonitions of change on the front lines. With absolutely no hesitation That Dirty Muff hits hard enforcing Tim's relentless push for dominance, delivering a warehouse heater with bass that shakes things to the core. Vitek is not afraid to bring out the big guns and does just that with weapon after weapon. The apex of this forward thinking and monumental voyage arrives as the impeccably produced Land Of The Trees overwhelms the senses, capturing the essence of energy and life itself. Acid overtones that feed the soul just take the listener higher and higher and higher. Goosebumps for all who came this far into unknown, to now feel secure, warm and destined for safe passage through the depths of intergalactic space. Tim Vitek, now in complete control allows us the chance to breathe easy as we jack to an old-school robotic track titled Simple Times as if things are absolutely light and there isn't a worry in the world...but this mood soon changes. A storm approaches and forces of darkness converge with an attack from the farthest reaches of the mind. Ways Of Making arrives, bringing with it a mental, jacking, tribal, atonal affair that is sure fire heat destined to send the dance floor into a frenzy. This one's dangerous and shows Vitek's ingenious battle tactics. As the fight draws to a close for dominance in these far stretches of the abyss Tim Vitek brings his forces back to light with a taste of what might follow in the next campaign, The Soft End, leaves the listener intrigued and eager for another mission into the future of techno. Music IS Grid Based Beats. www.gridbasedbeats.com creditsreleased March 31, 2016 Written and Produced by Tim Vitek. Mastered by Tim Vitek. Artwork by Tim Vitek. www.gridbasedbeats.com © 2016 Grid Based Beats, LLC All Rights Reserved. ℗ 2016 Grid Based Beats, LLC All Rights Reserved.

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Listen/purchase: 010 by Tim Vitek

For the label's tenth release, I wanted to do something special. This is a Limited Edition 7" in randomly mixed colors. The A Side has been stamped and the jackets have been printed by hand. No two records are alike. The album was recorded using primarily an Intellijel modular system and tracked at 24bit/96kHz. The audio remained in the 96kHz domain during the mastering process. Pressed by Gotta Groove Records in Cleveland, Ohio. As a bonus item, you'll also receive an audiophile version (24bit/96kHz .wav file) of the album in addition to the standard 44.1kHz files. No distributor will be used for this record. You can only purchase it here.

released August 4, 2015 Written and Produced by Tim Vitek. Vinyl Pressing by Gotta Groove Records Artwork by Tim Vitek.

#vinyl #vinyl record #modularsynth #techno #Grid Based Beats #tim vitek

Listen/purchase: Komprezzor Versus A.R.M. by Komprezzor

We are very excited to welcome back Komprezzor and his first full length release with us. This album contains 9 tracks that were recorded live, in one take and with all hardware. When you purchase the FULL album, you will receive a bonus Sample Pack containing loops and one shots from the album. FROM KOMPREZZOR: The exploration of sound has always been a hobby of mine. I remember being able to hear these melodies in my brain even since I found out about the existence of Techno 18 years ago. I was unable to render any of these ideas into the real world until I was introduced to the world of virtual Drum Machines and Synthesizers. At times it was extremely overwhelming as one can get lost in the sea of tools available to today’s producer. You click a button and “BAM!” an SH-101 emulation is right there in front of you. However after time, I started to get bored with the tactless connection and repetitive task of utilizing a mouse and a few midi controllers. It simply didn't feel like I was able to establish a direct connection with what I was creating. In fact, sometimes it felt more like a job than inspirational creativity. A short time later I came across an online article from Attack Magazine that hit me where it hurts. The name of the article was, “What Is [Live]? The New Generation of Live Techno.” This article really made me think about what I was doing. Specifically, my process of creating music. And more importantly, What Is Live? Using a laptop or playing the actual instruments my laptop was emulating? I new what path I needed to take. At that moment, I started saving up some money. Simply put, I went for it and started purchasing gear. A Tempest, Octatrack and the new Roland AIRA line started filling the void. It instantly became more rewarding to be able to record the machines. I started tweaking existing patches and the creation of A.R.M. (Analog Recorded Messages) was born. This Album is the work of countless hours over several months. Every track was recorded in real time with some amazing moments and a few hiccups since there is no editing of individual sounds. Everything you hear was recorded in one take by these machines going into a Mackie Mixer and straight into a DAW (for recording purposes only). Conceptually, I wanted to translate the arrival of this foreign object to our planet. From the point it determines its destination to the arrival on Earth. This is the interpretation of the creative idea hitting my being. I was approached by Tim Vitek to release music with Grid Based Beats ever since the launch of his label. Tim is someone whom I respect for how balanced his creative side is with his daily life. Most of us simply can’t turn it off. However, his mastering skills and his artistic approach made me feel comfortable with releasing the album on his label. We talked about how to make this project different. We decided a perfect fit would be to release a special sample pack containing loops and one shots taken from songs on the album.

I really hope you enjoy the official first release of A.R.M. Komprezzor "The machines are crying let them speak "

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#Techno #Technomusic #komprezzor #Grid Based Beats #Music Production

Complicit Releases New EP "Sensors"

Complicit has released their debut EP "Sensors" with Grid Based Beats.

Sensors features Complicit’s signature style of linear, percussive and modern techno.

A creation of the musical partnership of Tanya and Travis Norman, Sensors is comprised of three original compositions focusing on the darker side of techno.

With remixes by Tunnel, Tim Vitek and Axkan, this EP has a wide range of styles that come together to make a release that can only be described as characteristic of our label’s experimental sound. All tracks provide their own uniqueness, but come together to create a cohesive piece of art.

Official release date: November 17th, 2015.

Early support from Anthony Jimenez, Martin Dolgener, Kerstin Eden, Deraout, Rolando Hodar, Rob Hall, Dean Paul, DRNDY, L.A.W., Roman Zawodny, Justin Schumacher and many more.

Take a listen to the EP below and get your copy before it hits the stores.

https://soundcloud.com/gridbasedbeats/sets/complicit-sensors

Here's some feedback we're getting:

Sensors!!!! L.A.W. - 8/10

Quality Techno paired with darkness sets the tone for a fantastic release here. Tunnel's remix makes me want to throw my elbows as hard as a can in a mosh pit. Chicago Jaxxx - 9/10

Love the twist and turns on Graven Dean Paul - 9/10

Fuck yeah...new Tunnel remix right in time for a gig. Love you guys. Great EP overall! Virulent - 9/10

Graven is up my alley..super moody Roman Zawodny - 7/10

Quite a versatile release, moody and rich in atmospherics. Well done guys - my fav is Tunnel's remix, that broken beat had me. Thanks Martin Dolgener - 8/10

Take a listen to the EP here or download your copy now.

Listen/purchase: Sensors by Complicit

About the Author:

Tim Vitek is an artist, audio engineer, producer and owner of Grid Based Beats.