Conna Haraway: The Dub Techno Pioneer Bringing Atmospheric Soundscapes to the Dancefloor.
With autumn's chill in the air, it's time to layer up your playlist with some seriously deep and atmospheric tracks. For us, that means reaching for the dub techno genre - a staple of the dance music scene since its inception in the early 1990s. Characterized by its unique blend of stern techno beats, ambient textures, and the warm, crackling vibe of dub, it's the perfect soundtrack to get lost in on a grey autumn evening.
Conna Haraway is one producer who embodies this spirit perfectly. A Glasgow-based artist with a passion for creating immersive soundscapes, Haraway has recently released two stunning EPs: Spatial Fix and Shifted. The former is an unhurried 35 minutes of slow-burning beats and textures that evoke the stillness of winter, while the latter - also on Short Span Records - sees Haraway push dub techno to new heights with its masterful blend of trippy phasing effects and syncopated rhythms.
Haraway's sound design is marked by a tangible tactility that makes you feel like you're running your hand over rough stone or sand. There's something in his beats that feels almost physical, as if the music is vying for dominance with your own heartbeat. And it's this attention to detail that sets him apart from other producers in the genre.
So what else is new and exciting in the world of electronic music? We've got a rundown of the week's best new tracks below - everything from a fist-raising electroclash anthem about queer resistance to an indie-pop dreamer that feels like it should last forever.
Notable mentions include Peaches' 'Not in Your Mouth None of Your Business', a declaration of queer resilience over a pounding beat; This Is Lorelei, a catchy pop gem with a crunchy 90-second bedroom vibe; and Dexter in the Newsagent, an upbeat R&B track about shrugging off toxic relationships. There's also Lala Lala's 'Does This Go Faster?', a wistful indie-pop anthem that feels like it should be played on repeat for days; Armand Hammer and the Alchemist's 'Super Nintendo', a hypnotic collaboration featuring stunning vocals from Billy Woods; and Julianna Barwick and Mary Lattimore's 'Melted Moon', an otherworldly duet of celestial sounds.
And if you're looking for something a little more experimental, Steve Hauschildt is back with his beautiful new album Aeropsia - a sprawling, atmospheric soundscape that feels like an extended trance breakdown. It's the perfect soundtrack to lose yourself in on a rainy afternoon.
With autumn's chill in the air, it's time to layer up your playlist with some seriously deep and atmospheric tracks. For us, that means reaching for the dub techno genre - a staple of the dance music scene since its inception in the early 1990s. Characterized by its unique blend of stern techno beats, ambient textures, and the warm, crackling vibe of dub, it's the perfect soundtrack to get lost in on a grey autumn evening.
Conna Haraway is one producer who embodies this spirit perfectly. A Glasgow-based artist with a passion for creating immersive soundscapes, Haraway has recently released two stunning EPs: Spatial Fix and Shifted. The former is an unhurried 35 minutes of slow-burning beats and textures that evoke the stillness of winter, while the latter - also on Short Span Records - sees Haraway push dub techno to new heights with its masterful blend of trippy phasing effects and syncopated rhythms.
Haraway's sound design is marked by a tangible tactility that makes you feel like you're running your hand over rough stone or sand. There's something in his beats that feels almost physical, as if the music is vying for dominance with your own heartbeat. And it's this attention to detail that sets him apart from other producers in the genre.
So what else is new and exciting in the world of electronic music? We've got a rundown of the week's best new tracks below - everything from a fist-raising electroclash anthem about queer resistance to an indie-pop dreamer that feels like it should last forever.
Notable mentions include Peaches' 'Not in Your Mouth None of Your Business', a declaration of queer resilience over a pounding beat; This Is Lorelei, a catchy pop gem with a crunchy 90-second bedroom vibe; and Dexter in the Newsagent, an upbeat R&B track about shrugging off toxic relationships. There's also Lala Lala's 'Does This Go Faster?', a wistful indie-pop anthem that feels like it should be played on repeat for days; Armand Hammer and the Alchemist's 'Super Nintendo', a hypnotic collaboration featuring stunning vocals from Billy Woods; and Julianna Barwick and Mary Lattimore's 'Melted Moon', an otherworldly duet of celestial sounds.
And if you're looking for something a little more experimental, Steve Hauschildt is back with his beautiful new album Aeropsia - a sprawling, atmospheric soundscape that feels like an extended trance breakdown. It's the perfect soundtrack to lose yourself in on a rainy afternoon.
- Conna Haraway is literally bringing the whole atmosphere thing to life on the dancefloor! I mean, have you listened to Spatial Fix? The way he blends those beats and textures together is so immersive, it's like you're right there with him in Glasgow 
. And his attention to detail is insane - that tactile feel he gets across in his music is exactly what dub techno needs more of 
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i love how conna haraway's sound design is all tactile and physical, like he's manipulating your heartbeat or something 
i've been listening to his spatial fix ep on repeat and it never fails to transport me to another world 
have you guys checked out any of the other tracks from this week's roundup? peaches' 'not in your mouth none of your business' is giving me life 
. His beats feel so immersive and tactile, it's like you can literally touch 'em. I've been listening to his Spatial Fix EP nonstop when I'm studying or just chillin'. The way he blends techno with ambient textures is pure genius. It's the perfect vibe for a cozy autumn evening 
u guys gotta check out Connah Haraway's latest ep Spatial Fix it's like he's speaking directly to my soul with those slow burning beats and textures 
i can already imagine myself lost in a dark autumn night with this music playing 
anyone else feel like they're running their hand over rough stone when you listen to his tracks? 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, dub techno can be super dope, but it's all just so...samey 
. Like, how many times can you use the same atmospheric soundscapes before it gets old? Conna Haraway is cool and all, but I need something with a little more edge, you know? Maybe some noise or industrial vibes to shake things up 
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. They're just too...safe? Like, they're playing it way too cool to be real 
. Give me something that's gonna make me feel uncomfortable or something 
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what's next, ambient food pairing? 
i mean i love conna haraway's vibe but it's just so... predictable. where's the innovation? the push against the norm? dub techno has been around since '92 and we still sound like 90s tech-noir 
. can't we try something new for once? 
i mean, who thought it was a good idea to make music out of stern techno beats and ambient textures? it's just so... pretentious 
. I love how he blends techno with ambient textures to create this immersive atmosphere 
. He's definitely one of the pioneers of dub techno! 
... it's so empowering and catchy 
... I could play that on repeat all day 
... perfect for getting lost in on a rainy afternoon 
i mean i've been listening to it nonstop since its release, got me all sorts of emotions from calmness to euphoria 
need more of this type of music in my life ASAP!
and now he's pushing dub techno even further with Shifted... masterful beats 
, trippy phasing effects 
. Anyway, back to Spatial Fix... what did you think of the EP? Should've checked out Haraway's discogs before now 
. Anyway, just wanted to share my enthusiasm for Haraway's Spatial Fix EP – 35 minutes of pure sonic bliss 
. I mean, who needs sunlight when you can immerse yourself in Conna Haraway's atmospheric soundscapes? 
. And that tactile vibe? Forget about it 