TRIFORM — Tapes, Dats & Dust LP 2x12"

Triform – Tapes, Dats & Dust LP is a double-12-inch offering from the Leeds-based project on the Hearlucinate imprint, catalogued as HEARLUCINATE003. The record draws from the analogue DAT archive of Scott Featherstone, presenting a collection of minimal and tech house cuts that feel both timeless and immediate, suited to the hazy ambience of a late-night set. While Hearlucinate’s broader output remains under-documented, this release follows Triform’s own recent outing, The Secret Tapes EP (Deeper Audio Cuts, DAC008, 2026), continuing the artist’s exploration of analogue-driven house aesthetics. Side A opens with “Harmony”, a track that exudes a dark, sleazy soul, its groove anchored by a weighty low end that invites deep, immersive listening. It segues into “What Is This”, where muscular drum weight propels the rhythm forward, creating a tension that feels ready for the dancefloor’s peak moments. The B-side begins with “War Paint”, a brief interlude that bridges the A-side’s intensity with the more experimental mood of the following cut. “Basic House Rocker” follows, its anxiety-riddled atmosphere alive with twitchy acid electronics, delivering a restless energy that can spark movement in a darker room. “Countdown” on side C continues the forward momentum, offering a stripped-back progression that builds anticipation for the final tracks. “Chimes”, also on side C, marries vast, swinging kicks with a Detroit-soul sensibility, providing a spacious groove that balances weight and lift. The subsequent “Little Devil” offers a concise, mischievous turn, while “Bring It” on side D reasserts the record’s driving force with a confident, propulsive beat. The closing “Future Shock” caps the journey with a forward-looking pulse, its rhythm designed to linger in the mind after the needle lifts. Within Triform’s short discography, Tapes, Dats & Dust LP expands the narrative begun on The Secret Tapes EP, deepening the artist’s commitment to analogue hardware and the raw textures of minimal house. The release also contributes to Hearlucinate’s growing reputation for curating underground Leeds sounds, reinforcing the city’s reputation for deep, machine-driven grooves. For DJs, the double vinyl provides a versatile toolkit: “Harmony” and “What Is This” work as heavyweight openers or peak-time anchors, “Basic House Rocker” and “Chimes” excel in darker, more introspective moments, and “Future Shock” offers a forward-driving closer that can transition smoothly into later set phases. Collectors will appreciate the cohesive excavation of Featherstone’s DAT archive, a rare glimpse into the analog processes that shape the record’s character. The release arrives as a 2×12-inch vinyl set, matching the format of its predecessor and preserving the tactile experience essential to house enthusiasts. Triform – Tapes, Dats & Dust LP, Hearlucinate, HEARLUCINATE003, 2×12-inch Vinyl, 8 tracks. Tracklist: A1. Triform – Harmony A2. Triform – What Is This B1. Triform – War Paint B2. Triform – Basic House Rocker C1. Triform – Countdown C2. Triform – Chimes C3. Triform – Little Devil D1. Triform – Bring It D2. Triform – Future Shock