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Lee Burridge – Balance 012 Review Rounding of their first dozen in the series, Lee Burridge has been sequestered to compile a 3 disc mix for issue number 12 in EQ’s long running line of compilations, Balance. Marked as an industry standard in current and future music, Lee Burridge has endeavoured to take Balance in a new direction and a whole new sound. The list of predecessors in the Balance series has only helped to fuel this new Balance CD. With the previous few incarnations mixed by DJs like Luke Fair, Paolo Mojo and Jimmy Van M, there has been an ever present House inclination, now Lee Burridge has compiled a superb foray on not only Techno and Minimal, but also moved Balance into unchartered territory. As opposed to many other mixes, Lee’s knowledge of ageless music is reinforced throughout this compilation, deciding on Ripperton’s Techno number ‘10A’ to kick the first disc of, it isn’t long before the ‘Bergwein’ seamlessly flows in. The tunes slowly become more percussive with deep rolling basslines and lush sounds Lee Burridge continually manages to blend songs brilliantly. Choosing amazingly beautiful songs like Jacek Sienkiewcicz’s ‘Good Luck,’ the atmosphere and progression of the mix is unlike that of any other compilation. Cleverly Lee moves the mix in yet another direction with the dark techy sounds of ‘The Back Door’ and ‘The Angry Ghost,’ two well known tunes which fit together perfectly and flow smoothly towards ‘Steppenwolf,’ by H.O.S.H. Nearing the finish of this first CD, Burridge manages to build the mood very quickly with ‘Dragon Loop,’ before the penultimate wonder of ‘Adios Ayer.’ Picking a downtempo song to close a disc of Balance is one thing, but choosing one made over 8 years ago is another, which is why this final tune is just such a magical way to end this first journey. After the huge surprise Lee had with his final track of the first disc, it’s hard to expect what’s to come and with the minimal sound scape of ‘Orion,’ the second CD is already well under way. Moving solidly it’s difficult to single out songs, although the Gurtz mix of ‘Magda Had A Little Troll’ is a great mover which merges inanely with ‘Elevator’ from Phage & Daniel Drier. A slight bit more linear the first disc, Burridge adds some great variety with Superflu’s ‘Lady In Pink.’ Picking the tempo up a bit with ‘Bubblebath,’ the effect is immediately negated by ‘Over That,’ which in turn works wonders when followed up by Tigerskin’s ‘Plagiat.’ With plenty of long and impeccable transitions, Lee Burridge offers a cheeky mashup of ‘Claridad’ and Marc Houle’s ‘Bay Of Figs.’ As the atmosphere and level of energy is ever growing, Lee purposely holds of going over the edge by closing this CD of with Martin Buttrich’s deep, rolling Techno tune, ‘Programmer.’ Many a good compilation has been ruined by an unnecessary third disc, its make or break as the increased paced and energy is immediately present with ‘Dubbel Problematik,’ which intros with a titbit of the next track, ’51 Poland Street.’ Using the Extrawelt Tool as a small break, Lee Burridge instantly gets back into the driving Techno tunes like ‘Rolling Brooklyn,’ with its squeaky riff and tough percussion is accompanied brilliantly by Ananda’s ‘Trommelstunde.’ Moving away from the harder Techno sound, ‘Antioxidation’ holds some Electro riffs amongst samples of the forthcoming tune. Minimalising with tunes like ‘Cliché,’ there’s no lack of surprises as Lee Burridge keeps the mix moving nicely with ‘Samba,’ from Paul Ritch. The second helping of Alexi Delano & Xpansul they deliver a nice tune with ‘Vegetotherapy,’ following that deep and rolling ideology it features some nice 303 sounds. Moving towards the end of this Balance, Lee remains consistent using his last few tracks to build up for ‘Just Electricity’ by Patrice Baumel. A more melody based Techno tune then the prior ones; it is a very unique song and one that is very fitting of this diverse and unique Balance, well chosen by Lee Burridge. I was once told; the fundamental arsenal of any DJ is comprised of three simple attributes, skill, track selection and their ability to surprise, Balance 012 is the epitome of a DJs capabilities. Taking Balance into a new age, with a new sound, Lee Burridge has proved an excellent choice by EQ, as this twelfth installment is set to be a highly memorable and successful compilation. 4.5/5 www.worlddj.com

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Originally posted by Dj_Es-Dva

Now I need to get my hands on a copy

I really hated his 24:7 compilation, dullest shit ive ever heard even though there were one or two good tracks in there.

Hopes this ones is better cause this is Balance quality right?

I got a promo copy today. I'll listen to it when I get out of work and post comments later.

Tour dates should be out... hes coming to Aus at the start of September Can't wait.

From Myspace:

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totally loving this mix so far

elevator is totally wicked track

I was sent the promo copy of this a few times over the past few weeks, but can't get the files to open, so it looks as though unlike the rest of you, I'll be waiting until mine arrives in the post to hear it.

Fuck me am I dying to hear this.

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Originally posted by RJT I was sent the promo copy of this a few times over the past few weeks, but can't get the files to open, so it looks as though unlike the rest of you, I'll be waiting until mine arrives in the post to hear it. Fuck me am I dying to hear this.

Same here... there's an error with the file. I'll have to wait for the release.

Balance 012

Hey guys,

First copies will be available by end of this week:

http://www.play4me.com.au/product/b...0698_68866.html

Lee has put together an awesome release...

Join the Balance mailing list at www.myspace.com/balanceseries

www.stomp.com.au

Sounds brilliant. Only been through the first two discs, and all I can say is: wow, completely speechless. I have the promotional copy, but I am seriously considering purchasing this. It's that good. The mixing is flawless, the tracks sound like they're having babies with each other; the transitions are as smooth as a baby's ass. I can't wait to see Lee live now. I really like the new direction he is going with his music. Couldn't stand his old proggy sound -- was way too boring for me. But this, this is PURE BLISS. Thank you EQ Records for another impeccable compilation. Nobody does it quite like you guys.

Rez

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Originally posted by refuge The mixing is flawless, the tracks sound like they're having babies with each other; the transitions are as smooth as a baby's ass.

Finally got my paws on a copy - and I absolutely love the first two discs (haven't had a chance to listen to the third yet).

The programming is phenomenal, some of the mixes are absolutely unreal (though I will say, there were a couple that I wasn't so fond of - namely into "Dragon Loop" and into "Magda had a little Troll"), and in general it's just all sorts of tunes I have either been digging for a while now, or have newly fallen in love with.

The last track on disc one is just so perfect... This is a great edition of Balance.

Can't wait to hear it...

Only heard samples..but really liked what I heard, especially disc 3.

Wow so many promo copies flying around :S hehe

Im going to have to disagree i love the transition into 'Magda Had A Little Troll,' one of my fave tracks alongside 'Adios Aryer' which was made in 98

2 Weeks till his melb gig

Disc 3 is more pumpin' techno. Really nice build and lots of fun tracks. So far I'd say my favorite discs thus far are ties between discs 1 & 3, with disc 2 a close second. Disc 2 is really good but it sorta loses me after the 6/7 track. If Burridge plays like this live, he will literally destroy any dancefloor he touches, guaranteed! A-bomb status! I can't wait to catch his next LA show. That reminds me, his last gig here was with Loco Dice back in March/April, and I heard massive things about that night.

Disc 1: 9.5/10
Disc 2: 8.5/10
Disc 3: 9.5/10

yeah, this mix is sick.

expecting a CD on par with 11 here... and thats asking a LOT given it was like my fav house cd of the year

so excited for this...

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Originally posted by Mr Moss expecting a CD on par with 11 here... and thats asking a LOT given it was like my fav house cd of the year

I don't know that you'll like this if you were really into 11.

They really aren't at all similar - and this one is actually mixed (for the most part) well

Just listening... Almost at the end of CD1 and it's awesome.

Though I think I spotted an error in the tracklist, number 8 is imo 'HUG - Fluteorgie' not 'The Angry Ghost'.

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Originally posted by paulandrews Just listening... Almost at the end of CD1 and it's awesome. Though I think I spotted an error in the tracklist, number 8 is imo 'HUG - Fluteorgie' not 'The Angry Ghost'.

By George, you're right!

I spent loads of time looking for "The Angry Ghost" without realizing it was actuallyu "Fluteorgie," which I've had for quite some time....

Balance 012

check the e-card:

http://www.stomp.com.au/balance/012/index.html

CDs instock now @ www.play4me.com.au

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