La Pointe presents Umbra

Emerging from a confluence of rave culture and artistic mastery, La Pointe makes an impressive label debut on Damian Lazarus' Secret Teachings imprint with the enigmatic "Umbra." The release is accompanied by stellar remixes from revered producer Nathan Fake and the ever-versatile Jonny Rock, delivering a sonic journey that transcends the ordinary.

La Pointe, a trio formed by Geneva-based techno pioneers Crowdpleaser and Entlet alongside New York City's Jonny Sender, represents a fusion of cultural and musical legacies. Rooted in the dynamic after-hours scenes of Geneva and New York's underground club culture, the trio creates music that is both innovative and steeped in tradition. Their studio, located in an old factory by the meeting point of the Rhone and Arve rivers, lends its name - and its industrial inspiration - to their project.

The original mix of "Umbra" is a hypnotic exploration of light and shadow, blending atmospheric melodies with deep, pulsating rhythms - a testament to their ability to craft soundscapes that resonate emotionally and physically. Nathan Fake's remix ventures into intricate, textural layers, marrying ethereal tones with electronic intensity. Jonny Rock injects a raw, off-kilter groove and late-hours energy into his reinterpretation, blending his eclectic influences from disco, funk, house, and beyond.

The genesis of La Pointe is as captivating as its sound. Crowdpleaser and Entlet are celebrated architects of Geneva's rave scene, running the legendary after-hours party The Shark for over a decade and hosting luminaries like Alexander Robotnik, Boo Williams, and Sonja Moonear. Jonny Sender, a stalwart of New York's downtown music revolution in the 80s to 00s and bass player of post-punk band KONK, brought his unique perspective honed in venues like Mudd Club to the trio when he moved to France.

This debut appearance on Secret Teachings is a collection of influences and a narrative woven from decades of underground culture and musical exploration. It perfectly fits Lazarus' label as he continues championing boundary-pushing artistry, curveball signings, and inspired remix curation.

La Pointe - Umbra
Release Date January 2025
Label Secret Teachings

Tracklist
1. Umbra
2. Umbra (Nathan Fake Remix)
3. Umbra (Jonny Rock Remix)