Taking Flight

Welcome to part one of Peloton’s soundtrack for all those in perpetual motion: the aeronauts, aviatrix contenders, dirigible riders, and creatures of flight. Taking Flight is a metaphor for the label’s rise from our previous major release 2xLP Bicycles Are Your Friends, a mix for the street. It also serves as a pseudo-narrative for Birds in Flight, our upcoming collaborative theme and sample set based around field recordings of our feathered friends.

The title track of Taking Flight is produced by long time musical collaborator, Berlin-based American producer, and favorite of the Pacific Northwest music scene, Stewart Walker .  Walker headlined the highly successful Peloton Launch party at the 2008 Decibel Festival. Later, upon hearing of the label’s upcoming compilation, Stewart contributed First Birds of Morning .

Inspired by First Birds of Morning we asked some popular local artists to build on the track with their own interpretations. The six re-mixers were asked to draw on the feeling of flight and the space between the sounds.

Track-listing

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Release details

  • Catalog number: PEL-003
  • Distribution: Oseao Media
  • Release date: 2011-06-21
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More information about the songs and artists featured on Taking Flight.

First Birds of Morning- By Stewart Walker

Stewart has been on the forefront of electronic dance music since 1997 with labels M-nus, Tresor, and Force Inc. His debut album "Stabiles" on Mille Plateaux was an instant classic of proto-minimal techno. Shortly after founding Persona Records in 2001, he moved from Boston to Berlin and recently debuted his new label Son of Cataclysm.

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First Birds of Morning (Lusine Remix)- By Lusine

Texas native and current Seattle resident, Lusine (Jeff McIlwain) has released multiple full-length albums, EPs and tracks with Ghostly International, !K7, Hymen, Isophlux, Mute, U-Cover and Shitkatapult. His compositions have proliferated through the electronic music world as well as major-release film scores.

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First Birds of Morning (Hanssen Remix)- By Hanssen

Half of Seattle left-field-house duo Jacob London, Bob Hansen is one to watch. Like his Jacob London counterpart, Dave Pezzner, Bob has been flying solo. Remixing under his minted moniker Hanssen (the second 's' is silent), and with Norse Rarebit by Si Begg, Groove Armada, Phoenix, Snoop & Dre, Sleepy Eyes of Death, and friend Pezzner.

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First Birds of Morning (Jon McMillion Remix)- By Jon McMillion

Jon McMillion has been producing for more than a decade with recent acclaim from Pitchfork, LittleWhiteEarbuds, and Textura for his debut artist album on Nuearth Kitchen. Part dance floor enthusiast and part reclusive studio sorcerer, McMillion's music has significant range; warmly progressive, juxtaposed with back alley sounds.

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First Birds of Morning (Crtl_Alt_Dlt Remix)- By Ctrl Alt Dlt

Rising star Chris Aldrich is a fresh and major player to Seattle’s vibrant techno scene. After his highly successful debut “Pet the Ceiling” on From 0-1 records, and with his active contributions as writer, producer and DJ we were inspired to have him contribute. Final mix down and production assistance was provided by Keith Kelley. Our buddy Chris a.k.a. Crtl Alt Dlt delivered a driving rhythmic interpretation of the First Birds of Morning. We look most forward to hearing this on 50,000 watts!

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First Birds of Morning (Nordic Soul Remix)- By Nordic Soul

Nordic Soul is the moniker of Sean Horton, founder and director of the acclaimed Decibel Festival. Sean is a DJ, producer, performer, and programmer who brought a distinct and dirty Detroit flavor to Seattle in the mid-90’s. The musical zeitgeist of the city has been forever transformed by his presence.

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First Birds of Morning (The Sight Below Remix)- By The Sight Below

Rafael Anton Irisarri creates ambient, atmospheric sound with both analog and digital wares. With releases on Ghostly International, Immune and Room40, Rafael has traveled worldwide to perform audiovisual works at such festivals as Sónar, Mutek, DEMF and Unsound in Krakow, recently returning from a tour with Pantha du Prince.

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