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C. Scott - Leaving U EP

October 2, 2020

October 2, 2020 - In the Machine Age

Pittsburgh-based producer, bassist, and DJ Charlie Scott is here with a tribute to the end of warm feelings, good times, and sweaty outdoor conditions. Summer really is the worst of the seasons, and we are not sad to see it go back into hiding once again as the Wheels of Time continue their endless rotation. Scott might feel differently, though as a fellow Pennsylvanian, perhaps he too enjoys the crisp climate the Northeast enjoys during the glorious Dark Months. 

Whatever his temperate affiliation, Scott has provided us with a brief but poignant selection of beats to straddle the seasons with. ‘Leaving U’ pushes its way through the door, a confidently sluggish beat laying down an icy mood and tone. Chopped sample elements circle around the core of the piece, floating in and out of obscurity by their treatment and filter position in the mix. It’s a simple but effective narrative, with the main body moving drive coming from the thick kick and shaker beat. 

‘Hold It Now’ pops and crackles into existence next. Bassline and kick take control here, winding the track through dark clubs and hallways and late night streets. An ethereal MC shouts “hold it now” into the empty night air; the clubs and hallways and streets are empty. An equally ethereal melodic line plays out on plucky keys and synthesized woodwind-esque instruments—there’s that chill in the air.

More vinyl grit and texture as ‘Don’t You Worry’ emerges. Wonky effects stretch and compress the sampled vocals into playful ear candy as the programmed drum beat gets friendly with a chopped ‘Think (About It)’ break. The push and pull builds an in-between world where music coming from the unit down the hall and to the right syncs up with the music coming from your own unit. 

‘Down the Drain’ comes in a little hotter and more chord heavy compared to the previous three outings. Chord samples run on a loop, creating an almost oppressive tonal drone. The playful push and pull of the filter is present here as well, allowing room for softer melodic lines. An up-pitched Michael Cleveland pops in to tell everyone not to worry, “away goes trouble down the drain.” Godspeed, troubles, and thank you Scott. 🍍

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