Llopis

AGT Records are back for number 008 and the smoke machine is on full blast.

Christian Llopis put out a handful of releases in the early 2000’s, each capturing
the progressive machine-groove of the time, but with his own signature twist and
turn that made his sound stand apart from his contemporaries. The Lobster Tan
EP, first released in 2005 on Play. Out. Right. Now. Recordings, shows off his
unique style perfectly.

Each track has its own distinct personality while maintaining a relentless
momentum that throws each kick drum into the next. The title track ‘Lobster Tan’
has an almost elastic groove in the low end, balanced deftly with swirling samples
and melody lines. ‘Simulation’ is a more heady offering, perfect for those late night/
early morning moments where the heads are down and the lights are low. The
mood is sinister, and its growling bassline and vocal samples barrel the tune
forwards. Pick of the bunch is ‘Back in the Day’, a tribal roller that combines
organic melody lines and pads with an ever-evolving bassline that will refresh any
discerning dance floor back into life.
Llopis is an expert at keeping things subtle while moving the gears, and this
release is a prime example of prog done right. We are happy to have this one back
on the shelves, all in good time.