Name: Playground
Brand: Kink

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rbcd10

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-11-10

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4260544820472

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Kink

Genre GB

Techno / Electro

Label GB

Running Back

Kink is a Bulgarian DJ and producer based in Sofia. With his unique blend of electronic music, he has become one of the most influential artists in the industry. Known for his innovative sound and energetic performances, Kink has captivated audiences worldwide. His passion for music shines through in every track he produces, making him a true master of his craft.
Throughout his career, Kink has released numerous critically acclaimed albums and EPs, earning him recognition from both fans and fellow musicians alike. His ability to seamlessly fuse different genres together sets him apart from other artists in the scene.
Whether he's performing at festivals or headlining club nights, Kink never fails to deliver an unforgettable experience. His infectious energy and undeniable talent have made him a favorite among electronic music enthusiasts everywhere.

Running Back is a German House & Techno record label that was founded by Gerd Janson and Thorsten Scheu. It is now solely run by Gerd Janson. Also known as Running Back Records, this label has become synonymous with quality electronic music.

With a focus on House and Techno genres, Running Back has consistently released music from some of the most talented artists in the industry. The label prides itself on its diverse roster, showcasing both established names and emerging talents.

As an authoritative figure in the electronic music scene, Running Back has gained a reputation for its exceptional taste and discerning curation. With their distinct sound and attention to detail, they have created a catalog of releases that resonate with fans worldwide.

Say what you wanna say, but you have to give Strahil Velchev this: the man's a powerhouse. Recording and playing live under the KiNK alias, he went on to become one of finest purveyor's of funk in techno and house. What it is, by definition, ain't exactly clear. And that is the beauty of it. KiNK's music is unifying in the best possible way. Channeling the spirit and feeling of a time where it didn't really matter who the faces behind the music were, KiNK plays with the elements of genres and sub-genres as if the future of it all is still wide-open. At the same time it could be accused of retro-fetishism, as much as the Pope himself is infallible. The pure need to recreate moments, feelings and experience - rather than carbon copies of existing designs - was what started KiNK's production work. Hailing from Bulgaria, it was nearly impossible to get your hands on all the records and music that fed into a system of raves, clubs and record shops that seemed far away from Sofia, and financially it might as well have meant another galaxy. Wanting to DJ without having access to the tracks that spun the carousel meant that you had to create them yourselves. So, here we go with a private bootlegger gone public mastermind and one of the loudest voices in house, techno and beyond. From KiNK's early productions with Neville Watson to his smash-hit for Ovum, a cerebral album for Macro, tons of remixes &amp; tracks and his mind-bending live act, Playground seems to take all that into a blender. Simultaneously a sound-summary, the harvest of a field of ideas, and the exhibition of an artist in his prime, it also works as a sort of KiNK dictionary: avant-garde soundscapes stand next to boisterous bangers, classic club tracks and peak time emotions find their idiosyncratic and contemplative counterparts – all of it coming down like a torrent in a drought. 

Playground

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