DIALOG — Symbol Of The Land LP 2x12"

Dialog – SYMBOL OF THE LAND LP lands on Kynant Records as catalog KYNEX006, a 2 × 12-inch vinyl that expands the Helsinki duo’s dub-wise aesthetic into a full-length statement. The record, issued on 13 November 2026, fuses dub techno, deep techno and experimental textures, and is anchored by collaborations that bring vocal depth to the production. Within Kynant’s recent output, SYMBOL OF THE LAND follows earlier releases such as Priori’s “9” (KYN021) and Lovegod’s “RENDEZVOUS” (KYN022), as well as two Paul St. Hilaire projects – “Tikiman Vol. 1 LP” (KYNEX003) and “W/ THE PRODUCERS LP” (KYNEX005). The label’s focus on transcendent vocal dub techno provides a fitting home for Dialog’s expanded palette. Side A opens with “Love To The Max”, a track that sets a steady pulse before moving into “The Message (with Benji)”, where the Jamaican vocalist’s presence adds a smoky resonance that deepens the groove. “Structure Dub” continues the side with a patient, looping framework that bridges the more melodic moments that follow. On side B, “Children Of The Sun (with Paul St. Hilaire)” introduces the original voice of dub techno, offering a warm, chant-like layer that complements the atmospheric “Constellation Of Stars (with Paul St. Hilaire)”. “Atlas” provides a contrasting, more abstract interlude before the record shifts to side C. Side C begins with “Mellow Mood (with Benji)”, a reggae-inflected piece that eases the tempo and invites a relaxed vibe. “Mashup” and “Radiator” sustain the momentum with layered textures that maintain the record’s deep, immersive character. The final side closes the journey with “Let Love Rule (with Benji)” and the title track “Symbol Of The Land (with Benji)”, both of which synthesize the album’s themes of rhythm, space and vocal exchange. In Dialog’s recent discography, this LP follows a string of 12-inch releases on their own DOT Records imprint – DOT 4, DOT 5, DOT 6 – as well as the “Riddim” EP on Klape Nunsen and the earlier “Dialog” 2 × 12-inch on Astral Industries (AI-31). Those records established a foundation of dub-centric grooves; SYMBOL OF THE LAND builds on that by integrating live mixing techniques and collaborative re-recordings, highlighting the duo’s evolving studio practice. For DJs, the record offers a versatile set of moods: the opening tracks provide solid, dancefloor-ready grooves, while the vocal-laden cuts with Benji and Paul St. Hilaire supply moments for deeper, more melodic transitions. The varied tempos across the sides make the LP suitable for both peak-time energy and late-night, introspective passages. Collectors will appreciate the cohesive sequencing and the way the collaborations are woven into the album’s narrative, marking a notable development in Dialog’s output. The release arrives as a double 12-inch vinyl, matching the format of the duo’s earlier “Dialog” set and the label’s recent LPs. Its physical presentation aligns with the warm, patient grooves contained within, offering a tactile listening experience that complements the analog-centric production approach described by the artists. Dialog – SYMBOL OF THE LAND LP, Kynant Records, catalog KYNEX006, 2 × 12-inch vinyl, 10 tracks. Tracklist: A1. Dialog – Love To The Max A2. Dialog – The Message (with Benji) A3. Dialog – Structure Dub B1. Dialog – Children Of The Sun (with Paul St. Hilaire) B2. Dialog – Constellation Of Stars (with Paul St. Hilaire) B3. Dialog – Atlas C1. Dialog – Mellow Mood (with Benji) C2. Dialog – Mashup C3. Dialog – Radiator D1. Dialog – Let Love Rule (with Benji) D2. Dialog – Symbol Of The Land (with Benji)