Command Control’s debut EP, ‘Essence’, kicks off with ‘Snappd’. First heard on Freddy K’s Krzrzrz radio show in 2022, its peak-time rhythms and tumbling chords finally see a release via the upstart Brussels-via-London Manual Smiles label spearheaded by n_o. It’s followed by the classic-in-the-making title track, ‘Essence’, featuring an old-school ‘90s vocal, stripped-back techno drums, and dubbed-out synth work, making for an earworm hit that will find a home in a wide range of DJ sets.
The London-based Command Control now makes his production debut with ‘Essence’ following formative years in the local queer scene and a long-running radio show on Komrad. ‘Nazar’ picks up the pace next; steady bells keep the tempo as its hammering drums punch through, leaving ‘Essence’s dub elements behind for a high-energy, tear-out techno workout. Closing out this versatile offering from the promising artist, ‘Saklikent’ then takes us on a real trip through deep sonics complete with sizzling high hats and mind-warping melodies – rounding off yet another quality release on the Manual Smiles label, which has seen music from the likes of Kitsta, The Groove Room, Azo and REES.
Command Control ‘Essence’ releases via Manual Smiles 31st May 2024
Tracklist
01 Snappd
02 Essence
03 Nazar
04 Saklikent
Command Control: Instagram – Soundcloud
Manual Smiles: Instagram – Soundcloud – Beatport – Bandcamp