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Sauna

by Kämmer vs L'Man

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With "Sauna" echolot celebrates its 10th release. And also the first release for which echolot label head Kämmer joined forces with his long-time DJ colleague L'Man who now gives his echolot debut. Together they created a two-track EP with two groovy summer House gems.

The story behind the title track, "Sauna", reads quite interesting. As Kämmer visits the sauna every week, one day when sitting and sweating he thought, "Why not trying to create a track that sounds like being inside a sauna?". When he then came to L'Man with a bunch of samples they experimented a little and the foundation of the track was laid within hours. To their surprise the idea worked out very well. A strong focus was on sound selection as there are lots of wooden and crackling sounds, vocal samples and field recordings involved in creating the right atmosphere. The featured instruments radiate as well a certain warmth: Fender Rhodes piano, strings, brass, a swirling pad underneath and a Balearic guitar hook on top. Driven by a funky plucky bass, the track takes you on a journey through different states – interrupted by regular infusions, you can really hear the steam and sense the heat through your speakers or headphones. Kämmer and L'Man themselves contributed some vocals, whereas a sample from the Lele & Os song "Schokoladeneis" (in English "chocolate ice cream") just matched the vibe so well that it was included with kind permission. "Sauna" became a true organic groover. Our summer track of 2023.

The second track, "Sicasumbre", is named after a mountain and a vantage point in the South of Fuerteventura, Spain. When Kämmer was there he got the idea to create an airy track with some 80s vibes. And so, "Sicasumbre" was born. It features a string section over a classic organ bass and a hook that is based upon a MS-20 patch. Gated snare, drum machine hihats and chopped female vocal samples are driving the track. And a Spanish vocoder vocal line adds to the 80s character: "Esperanza, Amar, Libertad" – "Hope, Love, Freedom": What else do we need? "Sicasumbre" is already an all-time favorite of ours. Be aware of the acid drop that suddenly appears in the breakdown ;) This is a smooth groover that instantly makes you move.

For the first time ever there will be as well a very limited edition of 10" vinyl cuts. If you're interested, please drop us a note. These vinyl cuts are made by Dr. Dub in Austria on transparent vinyl. The artwork is super special and super nice. A true collector's must-have we think :)

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released May 9, 2023

Written and produced by Lars Kemnitz and Sönke Lehmann.
Mastered by Sam John at Precise, UK.

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echolot Hamburg, Germany

echolot was founded in 2011 by creative mind and multi-disciplinary artist Lars Kemnitz aka Kämmer. The label is dedicated to electronic music in its broadest sense – ranging from headstrong electronica to dance floor tools.

After many years of silence we returned in 2021 with new ideas and new music ready to be released here very soon. ... more

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