KSKY — Collected Works

Ksky – Collected Works opens a deep-house and electro-laden chapter for Running Back Double Copy, catalogued as RBDC16 and pressed as a 2×12-inch vinyl. The Saint Petersburg-based synth aficionado resurfaces a set of previously low-profile material, stitching together familiar collaborators and fresh cuts into a cohesive double EP that straddles house, acid, breaks and synth-driven beats. Within the Running Back Double Copy catalogue, Collected Works follows the 2025 releases of Pallas – A Taste Of Ulysses (RBDC13), Roman Flügel – Geht’s Noch? 21 Year Anniversary Part 2 (RBDC14.2) and Tuff City Kids – R-Zone EP (RBDC15). It arrives ahead of the label’s 2027 outings from Losoul (Open Door 2x12") and Fila Brazillia (Mermaids), positioning the record as a bridge between the label’s exploratory mid-2020s output and its forthcoming wave of releases. Side A opens with “Bad Philly” (7:53), a deceptively simple machine that unfolds with an epic undercurrent, delivering a single breath of narrative that suits the early-morning dancefloor when the night’s energy lingers. The track’s straightforward structure invites seamless mixing, offering DJs a clean, driving groove that can anchor a set’s transition from dusk to dawn. Side B presents “Alexandra (No Vox Mix)” (5:19), a vocal-free reinterpretation that leans into the record’s house and acid sensibilities, followed by “New Era (DJ GJ Extended Edit)” (6:01). The latter is Gerd Janson’s extended DJ mix, a longer-form piece that weaves the original material into a fluid, club-ready journey, reinforcing the release’s theme of resurfacing past ideas with renewed momentum. Side C continues with “Underwater Tales” (5:14), a nod to the project’s origin story of music that lingered beneath the surface before resurfacing. Its atmosphere captures the sense of emergence, providing a slightly more introspective mood that still retains a danceable pulse. “Elevate” (4:30) lifts the momentum, offering a brighter, synth-rich texture that bridges the deeper cuts with a more uplifting vibe. Side D closes the set with three concise statements. “Weirdub” (4:38) introduces a dub-inflected twist, adding depth and space to the record’s palette. “Rain Girl” (4:53) follows with a rain-kissed ambience that hints at breaks-driven rhythms, while “Dawn 2 Dust” (5:30) rounds out the journey with a track that feels both reflective and forward-moving, echoing the sunrise after a night of relentless movement. Collected Works occupies a distinct place in Ksky’s output, gathering material that once floated beneath the radar and pairing it with new collaborations. The record’s blend of deep house grooves, electro energy, acid textures and break-driven sections mirrors the label’s eclectic direction in the mid-2020s, while also forecasting the more experimental releases slated for 2027. For DJs, the double vinyl offers a versatile toolbox: “Bad Philly” and “New Era (DJ GJ Extended Edit)” provide extended, mix-friendly structures; “Alexandra (No Vox Mix)” and “Weirdub” supply stripped-back sections ideal for layering; and the closing trio on side D delivers mood-setting moments that can be used for transitions or set closers. Collectors will appreciate the narrative of resurfacing hidden tracks alongside fresh material, all presented in a format that respects the tactile experience of vinyl. The release arrives as a 2×12-inch vinyl, matching the label’s standard format for its double-EP offerings. Its physical presentation aligns with Running Back Double Copy’s commitment to delivering substantial, groove-focused records without extraneous embellishments. Ksky – Collected Works, Running Back Double Copy, catalog RBDC16, 2×12-inch vinyl, eight tracks. Tracklist: A1. Ksky – Bad Philly 7:53 B1. Ksky – Alexandra (No Vox Mix) 5:19 B2. Ksky – New Era (DJ GJ Extended Edit) 6:01 C1. Ksky – Underwater Tales 5:14 C2. Ksky – Elevate 4:30 D1. Ksky – Weirdub 4:38 D2. Ksky – Rain Girl 4:53 D3. Ksky – Dawn 2 Dust 5:30