DOUGLAS GREED — Krl LP 2x12"

Douglas Greed – Krl LP The debut full-length from Douglas Greed arrives on Fatplastic as catalogue FATLP006, a double 12-inch vinyl that situates the producer within the label’s deep-house and electronica spectrum. Issued on 10 October 2011, the record presents a series of moods that move from introspective textures to more expansive, terrace-ready moments, reflecting the artist’s own description of “euphoria for your mind” rather than straight dance-floor command. Within Fatplastic’s catalogue the Krl LP follows the later release Fatplastics 15 (FATPLASTICS15, 2016) by Metaboman, Large M and Dave Aju, marking an early point in the label’s trajectory. While the label’s output remains compact, this double EP sits alongside those later explorations, offering a glimpse of the aesthetic that would continue to evolve on Fatplastic’s subsequent releases. Side A opens with “Pain”, a track that immediately establishes a reflective tone, its title suggesting an emotional depth that aligns with the album’s overall introspective stance. “Down there” follows, extending the mood with a subtle shift that keeps the listener in a contemplative groove, preparing the ground for the B-side. On Side B, “Down Here (with Pascal Bideau)” introduces a collaborative texture, the partnership hinted at by the credit and adding a nuanced layer to the record’s narrative. “Shiver (feat. Delhia de France)” continues the dialogue, its title evoking a chill that contrasts with the warmth of the previous cut, while maintaining the deep-house pulse that runs through the release. Side C deepens the journey. “Morning Gloria (feat. Mooryc)” opens the side with a sunrise-like feel, its title suggesting a fresh start that brightens the atmosphere. “Back Room Deal (feat. Delhia de France)” follows, offering a more intimate, perhaps clandestine vibe that complements the preceding track. “Love Is Not A Trick candle” rounds out the side, its poetic title hinting at a lingering, almost ceremonial mood that ties the three cuts together. Side D concludes the LP with “Bridges Over Babylon (feat. Kemo)”, a title that conjures expansive connections and a sense of crossing boundaries, fitting for the record’s closing statements. “Waiting In Line (feat. Ian Simmonds)” then introduces a patient, anticipatory groove, while “Die schwarze Witwe Liebe” closes the set with a darker, perhaps more mysterious tone, leaving the listener with a lingering impression of the album’s emotional range. In the context of Douglas Greed’s discography, Krl LP arrives after the earlier “Madame C.” EP (FAT028, 2006) and “Girlfriend In A Coma” (FAT031, 2007) on Freude Am Tanzen, and precedes the later “Masked Up And Messep Up” EP (FAT062, 2013) and “Spark / Noisy” EP (FAT069, 2015). This positioning shows a progression from earlier, more compact statements toward the broader, more layered approach of the double LP, while retaining the artist’s signature blend of deep-house feeling and electronica experimentation. For DJs, the record offers a versatile palette: the A-side tracks work well as mood-setting openers, the B-side provides subtle vocal-inflected moments suitable for late-night transitions, while the C- and D-sides deliver deeper, more atmospheric cuts that can anchor a set’s climax or serve as thoughtful closing statements. The varied tempos and textures make the LP a useful tool for both peak-time peaks and more reflective moments on the terrace or in a lounge setting. The release is pressed as a 2 × 12-inch vinyl, matching the label’s format preferences and providing ample space for the album’s dynamic range. The physical format supports the intended listening environments—from train rides to car trips—allowing the music’s “timeless effect” to unfold across different contexts. Douglas Greed – Krl LP, Fatplastic, catalogue FATLP006, 2 × 12-inch vinyl, 10 October 2011, deep house/electronica, 10 tracks. Tracklist: A1. Douglas Greed – Pain A2. Douglas Greed – Down there B1. Douglas Greed – Down Here (with PAscal Bideau) B2. Douglas Greed – Shiver (feat. Delhia de France) C1. Douglas Greed – Morning Gloria (feat. Mooryc) C2. Douglas Greed – Back Room Deal (feat. Delhia de France) C3. Douglas Greed – Love Is Not A Trick candle D1. Douglas Greed – Bridges Over Babylon (feat. Kemo) D2. Douglas Greed – Waiting In Line (feat. Ian Simmonds) D3. Douglas Greed – Die schwarze Witwe Liebe