Astrocat – Pathways EP
Catalog Number: DR021
Release Year: 1996
Jordan Trais is the Chicago artist responsible for the music of Astrocat. This will be Jordan’s third release on Defective, and with each one he has managed to coerce his synths into a funky soulfulness that could only emerge from the Windy City. In addition to his releases on Defective, Jordan has released a full length CD on Chicago’s Binary Records, as well as multiple vinyl releases on Drop Bass Records, Communique, and Analog Records.
Originally focusing mainly on the Roland TB-303 and it’s distinctive acid sounds, Astrocat still incorporates the little silver box in his music, but weaves in a multitude of other electronic textures as well. In a way, he comes very close to the true definition of techno: electronic music which makes you dance, yet evokes emotion and makes you feel a mood at the same time…
So check out one of Defective’s most popular artists (Defective Astrocat tracks have already been licensed to labels in places like France and Portugal!) Our best description of Astrocat’s music? File it under Defective Acidic House!
Squelch Magazine, Canada
Review
– DJ POA
Splenid E-Zine
“Chicago’s Astrocat tears up the turntable stylus with this four track 12″ EP. Of significant interest is ‘Walking in the Sand’ which pounds out a bouncy, jungle beat with heavy, reverberating bass. Likewise are the B-sides, which are effective mind numbing tools, as their intoxicating and trance inducing repetitiveness swiftly intercept and quash other sensory stimuli. Aptly suitable for DJ’s working the floor or your own listening pleasure in your room.”
– am
