What: “Mongolia” (EP) by Frenic
Netlabel: Dusted Wax Kingdom
This netlabel is based in Varna, Bulgaria, but here they present Bristol, UK based DJ and producer Frenic. His four-song EP “Mongolia,” released in September 2012, is a wonderful combination of downtempo beats and Mongolian folk music. I feel compelled to mention that the folk samples include some Tuvan throat singing, only because that vocal style is a personal favorite. Overall it’s a really well done and seamless mix; it manages to sound traditional and modern at the same time. I guess that makes it timeless!
The tracks were apparently made as part of a commission for the BBC program “Toughest Place To Be A Miner.” Frenic has a lot to explore on his website as well. http://www.djfrenic.com/