Pittsburgh Tracks is a brand new label from the fine folks at In The Machine Age, also responsible for labels Love What You Feel and Machine Age Records. The mission of Pittsburgh Tracks is to showcase dance music originating from the city of steel around the world through the medium of high-quality vinyl records. With this release, Pittsburgh Track Authority come correct with their most dancefloor productions thus far. Maintaining the deep moods of their releases on Uzuri and Further Records, PTA increase the energy levels and flex their skills on even more strains of techno and house music.
A. Untitled
"Untitled" begins with heavy atmospheric pads and rolling drum machine beats. Before long, a jazzy arpeggio appears, beginning the journey. Sub bass and funky rhythms set the stage for the dramatic, soulful strings that build up until unleashing in ecstatic fury. The arrangement takes things back down, allowing everyone to catch their breath for a moment before ratcheting back up for one final flash of energy. "Untitled" is a distinctive twist on a classic style of techno, only possible from the 412.
AA. Monongahela Rainforest
"Monongahela Rainforest" is the soundtrack for Pittsburgh's hot, humid summertimes along the three rivers. Dubbed out drum machines echo through the valley, and percussive synths flutter like exotic birds hunting for prey. Beautiful electric piano chords make things feel almost serene, until the groove switches up and the kick and subs pound any brave explorers into the ground. Those who make it through the dense underbrush are rewarded with many gorgeous sights previously unseen, replete with pitched percussion and synthetic strings to celebrate the occasion.