Whether taken as a reference to the journeymen of old or as a play on words adopted to suggest a year end reflection on a road weary existence, the title of Deadbeats forth album for scape is all to appropriate. Since the release of his previous outing, "New World Observer" in March 2005, Scott Monteith has spent the vast majority of his time on the road, honing his skills as a master craftsman of genre defying electronic dance music. Though fans of Monteiths previous scape full len... Read more >>

Whether taken as a reference to the journeymen of old or as a play on words adopted to suggest a year end reflection on a road weary existence, the title of Deadbeats forth album for scape is all to appropriate. Since the release of his previous outing, "New World Observer" in March 2005, Scott Monteith has spent the vast majority of his time on the road, honing his skills as a master craftsman of genre defying electronic dance music. Though fans of Monteiths previous scape full lengths might find it difficult to envision his music as the soundtrack to a rollicking dance floor, Journeymans Annual is the first to showcase an updated version of the Deadbeat sound that has quietly been overtaking his more meditative work over the last year and a half. This is modern bass music of an entirely unique sort, crafted with the intention of moving asses as much as stimulating minds. Monteith calls upon several vocalists met at various times over the last year to expand the albums sonic palette. "Refund me" features the albums first of said guests. Bristol based Bubbz spits a fiery tale of lifes day to day frustrations over the tracks hammering rhythm. "Deep in Country" marks the triumphant return of Moral Undulations, whose unmistakable baritone has graced countless Cynosure records as well as Mike Shannons Possible Conclusions album for scape 2006. "On Gimme a little slack", the influence of Monteiths weekly DJ sessions at Montreals infamous Dub Lounge shines through to devastating effect. Featuring firebrand Montreal deejay Jah Cutta, the dynamic duo craft a piece of pure heavyweight bashment, filled with searing percussion, impossibly low bass, and a vocal hook that will stay in your head for days after first listen. Finally, as a bonus to this already fine set, we are pleased to include Deadbeats much sought after remix of Saul Williams Black Stacey from 2005. Previously only available on incredibly rare promo-only 12 inch, the track has been a trademark finisher of Deadbeat live sets for over a year and a half, and has driven the floor into a frenzy each and every time.