Essence EP by Command Control

Command Control's debut EP, "Essence," kicks off with "Snappd." First heard on Freddy K's Krzrzrz radio show in 2022, its peak-time rhythms and tumbling chords finally see a release via the upstart Brussels-via-London Manual Smiles label spearheaded by n_o. It's followed by the classic-in-the-making title track, "Essence," featuring an old-school ‘90s vocal, stripped-back techno drums, and dubbed-out synth work, making for an earworm hit that will find a home in a wide range of DJ sets.

The London-based Command Control now makes his production debut with the 'Essence' EP following formative years in the local queer scene and a long-running radio show on Komrad. He picks up pace with "Nazar" next; steady bells keep the tempo as its hammering drums punch through, leaving Essence's dub elements behind for a high-energy, tear-out techno workout. Closing out this versatile offering from the promising artist, "Saklikent" then takes us on a real trip through deep sonics complete with sizzling high hats and mind-warping melodies - rounding off yet another quality release on the Manual Smiles label, which has seen music from the likes of Kitsta, The Groove Room, Azo and REES.

Command Control - Essence EP
Release Date 31st May 2024
Label Manual Smiles

Tracklist
01. Snappd
02. Essence
03. Nazar
04. Saklikent