Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad - The Viking

Written by Youri Jozee

Techno -

Techno veterans Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad team up to deliver a smash EP on the Scottisch Soma label.

What we get to hear can be described as a 'best of both worlds' thing: Steve's Detroit-ish sound and Heiko's no-nonsense rhythms come together on this exciting three-track EP. Opening track Viking is a rough stomper in which a jumpy little bassline serves as the track's main attraction while the second track, Carlos, is a much more basic techno tune with a deep, constantly changing bassline. The last track comes in the form of 7Tine, a mid-tempo and relatively warm tune with a slightly off-beat kick and nice pads to it.

Our verdict:
A great EP by two techno heavyweights featuring three rock-solid bombs.

Rating: 7.8/10
Label: Soma
Release date: October 24th, 2011

Tracklist:
1. Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad - The Viking
2. Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad - Carlos
3. Heiko Laux and Steve Rachmad - 7tine