Florian Kupfer - Goin Down
Florian Kupfer is redefining Americana in music. His reputation is not to be underestimated, having been featured on iconic and respected underground labels pumping out those timeless sounds. While Kupfer is predominantly known for his dusty and distorted productions, he takes a daring turn this time, infusing his music with the raw energy of Detroit machine funk and the pulsating rhythms of Chicago's warehouse scene. The result? A collection of stunning big-beat bangers and the deliciously old-school sound of Goin Down (2024), released on Hotmix Records. This classic club music will captivate both fans and scholars of the genre.
The title track keeps things loose with a gritty attitude and swagger, transporting you to the iconic and distinct New York underground party scene. 'Goin Down' has a full-fat-in-your-face kick drum driving the track forward, allowing Florian to strip back all the other elements. It has a classic sound of claps and snares, the rattling of hi-hats all wrapped up in that Kupfer package, making everything sound at least 40 years old. This track has so much edge with the creepy pads that will have you wondering if you're walking down an alleyway in Hell's Kitchen with a knife thrust against your spine. Is the New York underground not your thing, anger after a bit of heavy-set electro? His hard EBM banger, 'Final Stage', will scratch that itch. With a bass made from the dishevelled anger of factory workers, this is no-nonsense warehouse music on wax. Taking cues from the underground resistance of the underwater aggression of Drexciya, 'Final Stage' hits like a wrecking ball. Classic hard dance equipped with strings so sharp they slice through cheese with such ease or wonder if it's parmesan or Babybel.
Florian Kupfer's work has always been liberating. It could be that it stays well clear of trends. The swath of nostalgia may make you think of better times. When you get down to brass tacks, Florian Kupfer isn't just making a name for himself as a House producer with dusty dubs but a true scholar of old-school dance music, which shows that it goes deeper than aesthetics.
Tracklist:
Goin Down
Final Stage
Label: HotMix Records (2024)
Florian Kupfer - Goin Down