Initiate records kicks off its journey as a label with “Schatz” - a mighty 8 track release representing their sound and musical direction to perfection. “Schatz” means treasure in German and we are on a treasure hunt for deep music, moving away from trends of instant gratification.

From broken beats to techno, Initiate loves rich dub infused textures, complex poly-rhythmic patterns and good old sound system science bass body feels, and this release does all that!

“Schatz” is the track that gave the EP its name. It’s a hardy 170bpm tribal workout, layered with dubby pads and propelled by a galloping bassline. Following is Plunderer - a pirate of a track with a howling bassline reminiscent of DnB goodness and atmospheres taking you far away in the ocean.

Fantasie ties the marauding tracks together with a smokey drone floating above the ocean.

This release is accompanied by 4 great remixes. Hypnotic techno captain Ness remixed Fantasie to create a sailing groove that’ll steam up your dance floor. Circula’s remix of Schatz is a delicious 140bpm post dubstep dub voyage. It’s Broken. Esoteric. And infused with poetry. Heating things up is Pattrn and Brüne from Durmitor’s... more

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released May 7, 2021

Original tracks are produced and mixed by Hesh & Oliver Si.

Mastering by Dadub studio for tracks 4,5,7

Mastering by Brice Deloose for tracks 1,2,3,6

Artwork by Leslie Deboeur