Fabric 27 cover

Released 20 years ago

Fabric 27

Matthew Dear · 2006

67 min · 18 tracks · techno

A pulsating journey through minimal techno, blending hypnotic beats with experimental soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • hypnotic beats for dancing
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • dynamic journey of soundscapes
  • for late-night sessions
  • experimental textures for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
At the time of this release in January 2006, Matthew Dear was establishing himself as a significant player in the techno scene following his acclaimed album 'Leave Luck to Heaven' from 2003. 'Fabric 27' marked his first contribution to the renowned Fabric mix series, showcasing his eclectic taste and production skills while solidifying his reputation as an innovative DJ and producer.
Stylistic neighbors
Four Tet· James Blake· Burial

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Off First / Mosquito Morpher 3:49
  • 2 Ketamine Christmas 2:48
  • 3 Wortkabular (Luciano remix) 2:24
  • 4 Body Control 2:22
  • 5 How Long Can You Go / Saks / I Was a Robot (Jean F. Cochois's Timewriter remix) 4:01
  • 6 Keep Us Away 3:10
  • 7 Tacky Wakeup 1:57
  • 8 Come With Me (Jon Gaiser remix) 2:48
  • 9 Deep Throat 2:18
  • 10 Waterbomb 2:06
  • 11 A Rhino in a Glass Shop 4:11
  • 12 Equidistant / Fudgebuster Beat / Thank You 4:09
  • 13 Just a Man / Nothing 5:45
  • 14 Battlestar 6:35
  • 15 Rej 3:00
  • 16 Backclap 3:25
  • 17 Chromosul 5:20
  • 18 Ciboulette (Luciano mix) / Off Third 7:15

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