After a highly prolific 2010, San Diego resident ASC is out to solidify his standing in what is already shaping up to be a seriously busy 2011. With a string of releases under his belt on the likes of NonPlus, Exit & Autonomic, ASC makes his second appearance on Blackout Music’s sister-label – BLKND – following on from the critically acclaimed ‘Comsat’. 3rd Eye: Razor-sharp intro beats drop into a half time steppa with a sub-bass designed to test any system! A sea of squelching mid-range bass, eerie strings and hypnotising riffs all create an expertly crafted piece that has all the hallmarks of ASC’s impeccable production and vision. Torque: ‘Torque’ harks back to yesteryear and the Acid House days of the late eighties/early nineties. Gloopy 303’s, thumping 808’s, mind-bending arrangement and a dreamy breakdown, laden with lush pads and ethereal sound-scapes. Ubik: Finishing off the EP in fine style, ‘Ubik’ takes you on a blissed-out journey of melancholy. Warm pads, haunting melodies and minimalistic beats all expertly stitched together showcase the true skill of a beat-smith of ASC’s calibre. DJ Support: dBridge, Instra:Mental, Data, Zero Method, Vaccine.