MPC Tracks EP

Released in April 2022, MPC Tracks EP is a focused exploration of hardware-based composition by Dutch techno mainstay Deniro. While his previous work often leaned into more expansive, 'liquid' techno soundscapes, this release feels more grounded and rhythmic, emphasizing the specific 'swing' and saturation characteristics of the Akai MPC sampler. The four tracks are titled numerically, suggesting a utilitarian or archival approach to the material - jams captured in a specific creative window where the interaction with the hardware was the primary focus. Critically, the EP has been noted for its adherence to the Detroit-influenced 'soulful techno' tradition while maintaining the clinical precision and high-end production values associated with the contemporary Dutch scene. It serves as a bridge between his more atmospheric ambient-techno leanings and his club-ready minimal output.