NOT EVEN NOTICED Schallplatten & CDs

Review: Fazack, Not Even Noticed, NairLess and Henrik Villard battle it out on the fourth Terrazzo disc, unleashing a contagious arsenal of acid and proggy tech house in the process. From the opening hip-swangs and filter-pinched laserblasts of 'Slung Low' to the more ecstatic midi-synth plucking ends of 'Zuzswang'; and last but not least, the more overt acidifications of 'Reflective Tears' and 'S11'; there's something on here for every raver.

Review: The bond between Frankfurt and Leipzig emerges from their shared blend of tradition and modernity, each fostering exuberant cultural ecosystems. Frankfurt, Germany's financial heart, echoes with eclectic currents, contrasting its skyscrapers with local art scenes. It's here that not even noticed, a rising duo blending tranquil acid and breakbeat, began crafting their sound. This EP is a celebration of this, from the airy pads of 'Aerial' to the tough groove of 'Fidelity,' offering a mix of upbeat party tides and mellow vibes. It's music that feels right at home in Frankfurt's experimental spaces, with its easy-going acid and breakbeat tones striking a balance between warmth and innovation. Leipzig, with its rich classical roots and quieter charm, provides the perfect setting for a duo whose music embraces both reflective and energetic moods. Tracks like 'Voidness' and 'Affected' fit perfectly within the city's intimate spaces, where the music's restorative quality and weight come alive. Whether in Leipzig's clubs or Frankfurt's iconic venues, Not Even Noticed captures the pulse of modern German techno that offers both grounded and boundary-pushing sounds.

Review: Following outings on Eudominia and Who is Paula, Carsten Fluck and Lucas Lejeune bring their Not Even Noticed project back to Craigie Knowes. Like their last EP on the reliable Scottish imprint, Beneath The Surface has both eyes firmly fixed on peak-time dancefloors. Our pick of a very strong bunch is opener 'Hidden Ground', where razor-sharp TB-303 acid lines, dreamy chords and misty-eyed female vocal snippets ride a rolling techno groove. The quality level never dips throughout, with the warm but spacey tech-house hypnotism of 'Whopper', the deep acid house hedonism of 'Hibiscus' and the electro-fired supernova that is 'Under Your Radar' (whose acid lines are wonderfully insatiable) all hitting the spot.

Review: Germany's Eudaimonia Records names itself after Aristotle's concept: the hellenic idea of eudaimonia roughly translates to "flourishing", and refers to the confluence of luck, circumstance, self-discipline, intellect, health and other traits that both characterise and give rise to, if continually nurtured, the good life. If Aristotle had had the foresight to include music in his criteria, the world would be a better place. Thankfully there's a new lyceum in town - also doubling up as a record label - here to pick up where the sophist left off. One of the school's latest pupillary recruits is Not Even Noticed, the Frankfurt duo who've come a long way from Greece. The 'Feel' EP welcomes four tracks by this still burbling pair to an ongoing continuum of artistic esteem, their erudite, cosmic breaks, their typhonic trax, knowing few bounds when it comes to evoking awe and sublime wonderment. Hold out for the clever fusion that is 'Reverie', which mixes future garage and space breaks; if this isn't a cocktail for the good life, we don't know what is.