Trunkline - 1st Shoot

Review by Nick Freier

Trunkline’s “1st Shoot” – A Techno Gem That Still Bangs (2016) Alright, let’s talk about 1st Shoot by Trunkline. This French techno album dropped back in 2016, and honestly? It’s one of those records that just sticks with you. Not because it’s trying too hard to be cool or anything—nope, this thing just vibes. Produced by Madben and Yann Lean (the duo behind Trunkline), the whole project feels tight, raw, and straight-up dancefloor ready. Plus, shoutout to Pixel Makers for the artwork—it’s got that sleek, minimal vibe that matches the music perfectly. Now, I’m not gonna lie, there are only four tracks here, but they don’t need to overcomplicate things. Sometimes less is more, ya know? Two tracks really stood out to me: “Rub It” and “1st Shoot (Clave Tool Mix)”. Let’s break ‘em down real quick. First up, “Rub It.” Man, this track slaps. It’s got this hypnotic groove that sneaks up on you. The rhythm feels like it’s pulling you in deeper with every beat, and before you know it, you’re fully locked into its vibe. There’s something about the way the layers build—it’s subtle, but it keeps your ears hooked. Like, you can tell these guys weren’t just throwing stuff together; they were crafting something intentional. Oh, and the Agogô Tool Mix version? Even better. It adds this extra layer of percussion that makes the track feel even more alive. If you’re into DJ tools or just love a good tool mix, this one’s golden. Then there’s “1st Shoot (Clave Tool Mix).” Okay, so this track is wild. The clave hits are sharp and kinda tribal, giving it an almost primal energy. It’s the kind of tune that could take a set from zero to hero in seconds. For me, it’s memorable because it’s relentless—there’s no chill moment, no drop where everything goes quiet. Nope, it just keeps pushing forward, like it’s daring you to keep up. And honestly? I respect that. What I dig most about 1st Shoot is how unpretentious it feels. Madben and Yann Lean didn’t try to reinvent the wheel—they just made some solid, high-energy techno bangers. You can tell they had fun making it, and that energy translates to the listener. It’s the kind of album you throw on when you wanna get lost in the music, whether you’re prepping for a night out or just vibing alone in your room. Oh, random thought—I wonder if anyone’s ever tried to sample “Rub It” in a hip-hop beat. Like, imagine turning that techno groove into some gritty rap instrumental. Could work, right? Or maybe I’m just daydreaming. Either way, 1st Shoot is worth revisiting if you missed it back in 2016. It’s short, sweet, and still bangs today. Props to Trunkline for keeping it real.

Artist: Trunkline
Album: 1st Shoot

France

Electronic

Techno

2016

Rating: 5.0

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Filename: trunkline-1st-shoot.zip

MP3 size: 17.2 mb
FLAC size: 233.2 mb

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
1st Shoot (Clave Tool Mix)
Rub It (Agogô Tool Mix)
Rub It
1st Shoot

Video

Trunkline - 1st shoot - TRUNK01

Trunkline - Rub it - TRUNK01

Trunkline - 1st shoot (Clave Tool Mix) - TRUNK01

Trunkline - Rub it (Agogô Tool Mix) - TRUNK01

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Catalog Numbers

TRUNK01

Labels

Trunkline

Listen online

écouter en ligne
ascolta in linea
lyssna på nätet
online luisteren
escuchar en línea
ouvir online
kuunnella verkossa
lytte på nettet
online anhören

Formats

Vinyl
12"
Promo
Test Pressing

Companies

Role	Company
Distributed By	Topplers
Copyright (c)	Sacem
Mastered At	Caduceus Mastering

Credits

Role	Credit
Artwork	Pixel Makers
Mixed By	Madben, Yann Lean
Written-By	Madben & Yann Lean aka Trunkline
Producer	Madben & Yann Lean aka Trunkline

Notes

Distributed by Topplers : www.topplers.com

Barcodes

Barcode: 3661311103711

About Trunkline

Trunkline is a techno side project from Madben & Yann Lean. [email protected]

Members

Madben
Yann Lean

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *1st Shoot* by Trunkline is a French techno masterpiece that feels like a team effort in the truest sense. It was written, produced, and mixed by Madben and Yann Lean, who together form Trunkline. What makes it even more special? The artwork was crafted by Pixel Makers, adding a visual vibe that perfectly matches the electronic beats. Released in 2016 under their own label, the album includes tracks like *Rub It* and *1st Shoot*, with remixes that bring fresh twists to the sound. It’s not just music—it’s a full creative package.

Comments

busuna12

2025-03-15

Sick as fuck!!!!

mooncom21288

2025-03-14

Tain' ça déconne pas! j'ai l'impression d'etre revenu en 90 chez Choice rec avec le Ep de Vice!

jesperjoehansen

2025-03-13

reeya22

2025-03-13

Fire?????

greenbuilderchicks

2025-03-13

Amazing work!! Congrats ?✨

jcb0618

2025-03-13

One of the highlights of my set when I played at Zur Wilden Renate a few years ago. HUGE TUNE!

arisconaleptux

2025-03-12

Funtastic music

yararichter

2025-03-11

Le passage â 3,31 magic??

craigjuan1016

2025-03-10

????

samgamatanipinang

2025-03-09

Trunkline aka Madben

joshuab2202

2025-03-09

perfect!!

f56331

2025-03-08

EllooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooO..! Like

sichdemeasternlightningnahern

2025-03-07

Top ????

yaniscybakex

2025-03-06

Incredible track. My first shot with 1st shot was when Laurent himself played it in some Boiler Room gig. Seems like another evergreen on my list. Keep up the good work guys!