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Sandwell District’s highly sought-after album, ‘Feed Forward’, has made a triumphant return to the music scene. Originally released in 2010, the album quickly sold out and has since become a collector’s item, often trading for a week’s rent. The album, the brainchild of Karl O’Connor (Regis), Juan Mendez (Silent Servant), Dave Sumner (Function), and Peter Sutton (Female), showcases the collective’s strength in numbers and unified vision. With 11 tracks ranging from contemporary and deep techno to industrial sounds, ‘Feed Forward’ epitomizes the techno scene of the early 2000s, with influences from Berlin, New York City, and Birmingham.
Although techno trends have evolved in the past 13 years, with younger ravers favoring faster and more trance-like variations, we believe that the ’00s Berghain sound, of which Sandwell District was a significant part, will make a comeback. ‘Feed Forward’ offers a more immersive and sensual experience for those who are only familiar with the mainstream techno played by European club warriors. The album perfectly captures the essence of 2010 techno, with tracks like ‘Immolare’ and ‘Grey Cut Out’ showcasing Regis’ signature style, ‘Hunting Lodge’ embodying Function’s momentum, and ‘Falling The Same Way’ delivering soaring beats. Female’s rhythmic subtleties shine in ‘Svar’, while ‘Speed + Sound (Endless)’ pays homage to techno’s roots in Detroit and Düsseldorf. As techno continues to evolve, ‘Feed Forward’ remains a timeless masterpiece that deserves a place in every music lover’s collection.
