Description
Led by label co-founders DAWL and SWEEN, alongside veterans SkyWave Transmissions and Sheffield-style XOTR, this 6-track club-ready vinyl EP captures the raw energy of acid, bleep, and breaks.
Tone Dropout Records presents a 6-track vinyl EP that stays true to the label’s signature dancefloor-driven sound. Packed with heavyweight grooves, acid, breaks, and bleep, it features a series of high-impact tracks designed for late-night systems and packed dancefloors. In addition to a lineup of long-standing familiar faces, the label welcomes two new artists to the family.
Side A opens with a funky four-to-the-floor acid groover from label co-owners DAWL and SWEEN, guaranteed to warm up the dancefloor. Next, SkyWave Transmissions delivers a tight, deep acid-bleep track that reflects his extensive experience and skill. Long-time collaborator XOTR then rounds out Side A with pure northern bleep that embodies the Sheffield style and sound.
Side B introduces KWAKE, a long-time friend of the label making his first official appearance. He delivers a full-force breaks banger that captures the energy of authentic rave music. The EP continues seamlessly with “POWER HOUSE,” a hybrid house-and-breaks track from first-time artist Harry Light, as the two newcomers deliver two massive dancefloor weapons back-to-back. DAWL and SWEEN return to close the EP with “Tones Breaks 5,” a three-minute breaks track dedicated to their musical hero Frankie Bones.
Six tracks, all ready for the dancefloor. A club-ready release pressed to vinyl, featuring pure dancefloor quality from start to finish.
A1. DAWL and SWEEN – Modular Therapy
A2. SkyWave Transmissions – Alma Mater Theme
A3. XOTR – Demo Russos
B1. KWAKE – Source Code
B2. Harry Light – Power House
B3. Tones Breaks 5 – BONUS
Tone Dropout Records kick off the new year in emphatic style with a brand-new 6-track vinyl EP that stays true to the label’s unmistakable dancefloor-driven sound.
Packed with heavyweight grooves, acid lines, breaks, and bleeps, this release delivers six high-impact tracks designed for late-night systems and packed floors. The EP also marks an exciting moment for the label, welcoming two new artists into the Tone Dropout family while celebrating the return of long-standing contributors.
Joining the roster for the first time are KWAKE and Harry Light, both making a powerful debut on the label. They sit alongside Tone Dropout regulars SkyWave Transmissions and XOTR, while label co-owners DAWL and SWEEN reunite once again, delivering an acid-fuelled opener and a special bonus breaks track on Side B.
As always, the EP is overflowing with breaks, bleeps, acid, and raw rave energy.
Side A – The Head Side
Side A opens strong with DAWL and SWEEN at the helm, laying down a driving four-to-the-floor acid groover that would warm up any dancefloor with ease. It’s a statement opener — and a sign of much more to come from the duo throughout the year.
Next up, SkyWave Transmissions brings his trademark experience and finesse, delivering a tightly produced acid-bleep track that showcases depth, quality, and character. Following seamlessly is long-time collaborator XOTR, who rounds out the side with a pure slice of northern bleep excellence — unmistakably Sheffield in style and sound.
Side B
Side B introduces the first of the new Tone Dropout members, KWAKE. A long-time friend of the label, this marks his first official appearance, and he doesn’t disappoint. His track is a full-force breaks banger, capturing authentic rave energy and guaranteed to ignite the floor.
Next comes Harry Light, making an immediate impact with a pounding house-and-breaks hybrid. Impeccably produced and relentless in energy, the track lives up to its name perfectly — “POWER HOUSE.” Both newcomers arrive firing on all cylinders, delivering two massive dancefloor weapons back-to-back.
Closing out the EP, DAWL and SWEEN return with Tones Breaks 5, a three-minute breaks workout and the latest installment in the label’s breaks series. This track also serves as a respectful nod to one of their musical heroes, Frankie Bones, rounding off the release on a high.
Six tracks. All killers. No fillers.
In challenging times, this EP delivers exceptional value — a complete package of club-ready music pressed to vinyl and built for real dancefloors.
Another quality release from Tone Dropout Records.
Enjoy.
Love from the Tone Dropout Family.
