PERC — A Cloud Passing In Front Of The Moon

Perc – A Cloud Passing In Front Of The Moon opens the new Perc Trax 12-inch vinyl (catalogue TPT111) with a stripped-back techno vision that feels both immediate and cinematic. Released on 27 November 2026, the record arrives as Perc’s first full-length vinyl outing since the Soft Launch EP of October 2025, and it showcases a palette that pares down the airy textures of his Microtrax EP while adding a stronger drive for the dancefloor. Within the Perc Trax catalogue, TPT111 follows the Doom Circuit EP by Acerbic (TPT110, earlier 2026) and sits after a string of Perc-centric releases that include the Soft Launch EP (TPT103, 2025) and the Temperature’s Rising 2025 collaboration (TPTX006, 2025). This placement highlights a period of prolific output for the label, with each record pushing the techno aesthetic in a slightly different direction. Side A opens with the title track “A Cloud Passing In Front Of The Moon”. An off-beat clap rhythm and moody cello samples give the piece a distinctive melodic hook that immediately marks it as a standout in Perc’s production history. The follow-up “Pure Form” continues the momentum, stripping the groove to its bare essentials. Two intertwining sequencer lines drive the track forward, while subtle atmospheric washes provide just enough depth for a hypnotic, floor-ready feel. Side B begins with “Contact High”, a looped tribal rhythm that evolves into a classic Perc switch after the main break, propelled by a buzzing drone that sustains tension. The record closes with “Let Go”, a deeper, more introspective piece built on time-stretched 808-style percussion, floating pad chords and rough vocal calls—the only vocal element on the EP—offering a moment of release before the needle lifts. In the context of Perc’s recent output, this EP functions as a second statement release of 2026, following the Microtrax EP from January. It consolidates the artist’s move toward a more focused, dance-floor oriented sound while retaining the experimental edge that has defined his earlier work on Perc Trax. For DJs, the record provides a versatile toolkit: the title track’s distinctive clap and cello sample make it a useful intro or transition, “Pure Form” offers a clean, driving backbone for peak-time sets, “Contact High” supplies a rhythmic shift ideal for mid-set re-energy, and “Let Go” serves as a deep, atmospheric closer. Collectors will also appreciate the visual presentation—a crystal-purple coloured vinyl paired with a full-colour sleeve designed by Adult Art Club, one of the label’s most striking releases to date. The physical format is a 12-inch vinyl with a printed matte sleeve, delivering the tactile experience that complements the music’s analog sensibility. Perc – A Cloud Passing In Front Of The Moon, Perc Trax, catalogue TPT111, 12-inch vinyl, four tracks. Tracklist: A1. Perc – A Cloud Passing In Front Of The Moon A2. Perc – Pure Form B1. Perc – Contact High B2. Perc – Let Go