Sterac, Kr!z presents Lightworks EP

Sterac, AKA Steve Rachmad, and Token's Kr!z announce a joint Reclaim Your City label release.

Art by Reclaim Your City

Dutch maestro Steve Rachmad, known as Sterac, and Belgian techno boss Kr!z join forces on the "Lightworks EP." Their music perfectly balances potent floor-destroying beats and mind-expanding sonic journeys, releasing as the 19th installment on Rotterdam-via-Berlin-based label Reclaim Your City. It's a homage to their uncluttered and beautiful escapist vision, embodying both a classic feel and a forward-thinking sound palette.

Sterac takes the reins on the A side with "Muff Case," in which surgical uptempo grooves and sci-fi-inspired analog elements create a captivating experience, keeping listeners on the edge of their seats. "Strike Icer" follows, an expertly crafted slice of liquid-like techno with chromatic arpeggios and subtle chord distortions. Rachmad's precise and rich sonic blends showcase his refined brilliance and enduring relevance.

On the flip side, Token label head Kr!z unleashes "Sorcerer," an unrelenting spell of mind-boggling techno. Blunt synth arpeggios shift in and out of focus, accompanied by a wild, unforgiving storm of bass destined to dominate the dancefloor. The title track, "Lightworks," takes a deeper angle, combining weird acid sequences with crisp drum patterns and bass-heavy aggression. Kr!z's focus on textural sounds and rhythmic overlap creates a huge sonic impact.

Sterac, Kr!z - Lightworks EP
Release Date 17th July 2023
Label Reclaim Your City

Tracklist
01. Sterac - Muff Case
02. Sterac - Strike Icer
03. Kr!z - Sorcerer
04. Kr!z - Lightworks