FULTON, MAURICE / PEGGY GOU - EARTH EP

Maurice Fulton's name is one of those unexpected recurrences in dance music, I mean still knowing almost nothing about him he never seemed to merit mention along with Frankie Knuckles/Bones/Whoever nor in the Detroit pack of May, Carter, Atkins, and of course the master Craig or early euro-stirrers like Kirk Degiorgio and others. But none of that really matters, much like early hip-hop or the days of disco, house music wasn't created with the intention of lasting, crates of 12"s siphoned off the press with none of rock's bravado of "making it" either financially or into history. It was still somewhat naive. Fulton went a different route than many of his contemporaries. His work appeared on left leaning house label Warp records right alongside deep house classics . His music is more complex than Craig's or Knuckles, breezing through an mp3 can present you with 4 very different compositions in on track, yet on listen your only aware of one central conversation holding the entire thing together. Feel The Same starts out with a distorted sub-harmony that eventual stutters into a slap-bass work out builds up into some fine eighties-disco juxtaposed to movie minimalism using the sub-harmony to hold all this together. It's better than it sounds when it happens, Maurice has consciously mixed 3 very different textures and they become counterpoints in a very odd way, as if he's planned this confusion from the start. It's arty disco at heart. Caressingly sincere yet catatonicized by mechna-funk, Fulton is frustrating because he won't just be one thing. He's not gonna be Autechere or for that matter Model 500 (think Psychosomatic), but he's gonna play with their sound, he's gonna distort things so their no longer pleasant, but he won't give us the satisfaction of taking it to it's breaking point, of brutalizing sound, of giving up on music. He avoids catharsis and makes a whipping boy of virtuosity. He sits a little left of the middle and like a good host let's all his companions mingle by their own wits. It's a frustrating exercise, but sometimes the results are more than appear to be. ALJ Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.

Peggy Gou (in Korean: 페기 구, Incheon; 3 July 1991), real name Kim Min-ji (김민지), began her musical career back in 2016, when she released her first EP, The Art of War, through the Rekids record label. Since then, she has managed to release several albums. She has also collaborated with artists such as Jimpster, Maurice Fulton or Tornado Wallace, among others, which has placed her music close to the Olympus of electronic music. Although her beginnings go back a few years. Peggy Gou began her musical career as a DJ in 2009 and quickly caught the attention of Berlin's underground electronic scene. In addition to being a talented DJ, Peggy Gou is also a skilled songwriter and producer. In 2018, she released her first full-length album, entitled Once, which received very positive reviews. The album combines the sounds of electronic music with traditional Korean rhythms, making it a unique listening experience. Peggy has also performed at some of the world's biggest festivals, including Coachella, Primavera Sound, Sonar and Dekmantel. In addition, she has been named as one of the world's top DJs by a number of music publications. Gou's musical style is characterised by a unique blend of house, techno and disco. Her productions are often filled with vibrant beats and catchy melodies. Her live mixing style is energetic and exciting. She radiates freshness and power. Peggy's music has become a worldwide phenomenon, and her unique style has influenced a new generation of producers and DJs around the world, including many women who have been encouraged to break into the masculinised world of electronica. Her personal style is a mix of 90s fashion influences (a blend of Winona Ryder's carefree grunge and Natalie Imbruglia's sporty style) and the best Berlin street style with saturated colours. Her looks often include pieces of sportswear, trainers and vintage garments that are either from Tommy Hilfiger or from any flea market or second-hand shop. Peggy Gou is also known for her eye-catching sunglasses and her ever-changing hairstyles, which often include braids and ponytails. Throughout her career, Peggy has achieved many accomplishments and accolades. In 2019, was named as one of the "30 Most Influential People Under 30 in Culture" by Forbes magazine. In addition, she has also been named as one of the "100 most inspirational and influential women in music" by the BBC. Has also used her platform to promote gender equality and diversity in the electronic music industry. In 2020, she launched a project called Gou Talk, which included a series of online conversations with women in the music industry. Is one of today's leading electronic music DJs and producers. With her unique style and music, she has won over audiences and left a lasting impact on the electronic music scene. In addition, her commitment to equality and diversity makes Peggy Gou an even more inspiring and relevant artist. Peggy Gou is also an advocate for women's rights in the music industry and has spoken publicly about her experience as a woman in the industry. In an interview with Dazed magazine, she spoke about her experience as a woman in the industry and how she has dealt with sexism and discrimination. Peggy has also been outspoken about the lack of representation of women in the electronic music industry and has worked to promote gender equality in the scene. Peggy Gou is a multifaceted musical artist and personality who has achieved great success in a short period of time. Her musical career is full of successes and her love for fashion and advocacy for women's rights make her an inspirational figure for many people. There is no doubt that Peggy Gou will continue to be a force in music and fashion for years to come. Read more on Last.fm. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.