DJ Skull - Traktor

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Review by Darryl Apple

Traktor by DJ Skull: A Raw Techno Odyssey That Sticks to Your Brain When you press play on Traktor, the 2014 release from DJ Skull, it’s like stepping into a shadowy basement rave in some forgotten corner of Italy. This isn’t your polished, overproduced techno album—it’s gritty, unapologetic, and dripping with acid-soaked vibes. Released under Esse Cubo Records, this record is pure energy bottled up for those who live for that dark dancefloor vibe. Let’s get one thing straight: this ain’t background music. It demands your attention, especially tracks like “Traktor” and “Magnetic Resonance.” These two cuts are burned into my brain after just a couple spins. “Traktor” kicks things off with an almost industrial edge—like a machine coming alive at 3 AM. The bassline growls, while these squelchy acid lines spiral outta control. You can practically smell the sweat and hear the clinking bottles on a sticky club floor. What makes it stick? Maybe it’s how unpredictable it feels. Just when you think you’ve got its groove figured out, it twists again, keeping you hooked. It’s not perfect—and honestly, that’s what makes it so damn good. Then there’s “Magnetic Resonance,” which hits different but still slaps hard. Picture yourself lost in a foggy forest where every step echoes louder than the last. The track builds tension slowly, layering eerie synths over pounding kicks until you’re fully submerged. By the time it drops, it’s like being hit by a wave of electricity—you don’t know whether to freak out or lose yourself completely. I kept rewinding this one because it felt like something was lurking beneath the surface, waiting to grab you. DJ Skull doesn’t mess around here. He knows exactly what he’s doing, crafting tunes that feel raw yet calculated. Sure, the production might not be as clean as some big-name techno releases, but that’s kinda the point. There’s soul in the imperfections, grit in the grooves. And yeah, maybe calling it "avant-garde" would sound fancy, but nah—it’s more like someone took all their frustrations, threw ‘em into Ableton, and let chaos do its thing. What really struck me about Traktor is how it refuses to sit quietly in the background. Even days later, little snippets of those tracks kept popping back into my head. Like, I’d be chopping veggies and suddenly hear that relentless kick drum or those alien-like bleeps. Annoying? Nah. More like a reminder that great music doesn’t always need polish—it needs personality. So here’s the kicker: listening to Traktor made me realize techno isn’t just about beats per minute or fancy gear; it’s about telling stories without saying a word. DJ Skull does that masterfully, even if he leaves a few rough edges along the way. If you’re looking for something safe and predictable, skip this. But if you wanna dive headfirst into a sonic adventure that’ll leave you slightly disoriented (in the best way), crank up Traktor. Oh, and hey—if anyone asks why you’re randomly nodding your head at the grocery store, blame DJ Skull.

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Artist: DJ Skull
Album: Traktor
Rating: 5.0

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Filename: dj-skull-traktor.zip
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Traktor12:57
Magnetic Resonance12:59

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BLV1035525

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Esse Cubo Records

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About DJ Skull

also known as DJ Skull lived in the Southside of Chicago (IL, USA). His musical career started during the summer of 1986, while recovering from a broken bone. During the following years he homed his craft, DJing first at basement parties, building his reputation to go on to larger events such as, loft and hotel parties, and eventually the infamous Music Box and Power Plant clubs. At the age of fifteen Ron shopped his first demo at . There he first met Chicago's legendary DJ , working as A&R for Trax Records. Two years, and a new alias later (DJ Skull) later while at the Power Plant, Chicago's own heard a DJ playing one of Rons tracks, and met Ron. Steve was now A&R at and invited Ron to release some tracks. So in October of 1991 DJ Skull's first record "N.R.G. Music" was released. In 1993, he released the EP "The Stomping Grounds" on , which was more noted than the first one. Over the years that followed DJ Skull released lots of EP's on several labels. He has become well-respected producer and DJ in the Techno industry. He was playing at famous events in the USA and Europe such as: Planet Djax 1 (Chicago, IL), Mayday 8 (Germany) and The Lollipop (Sweden) just to name a few.

Real Name

    • Ron Maney

Name Vars

  • D.J. Skull
  • Skull

Aliases

  • Ron Maney

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Traktor* by DJ Skull is a hidden gem in the techno scene. Released in 2014 under Italy's Esse Cubo Records, it blends acid and techno styles seamlessly. With just two tracks—*Traktor* and *Magnetic Resonance*—it packs a punch. Short, sharp, and full of energy. Perfect for fans of raw electronic beats.