If there’s one word that could encompass all of Samantha Poulter’s output as Logic1000, it’s warmth. Over six productive years, the Sydney-born, Berlin-based DJ and producer has evolved into one of dance music’s most intriguing talents, with a refined, enveloping sound that’s indebted to decades of house music history.
In December of 2018, her first EP, titled Logic1000, was released. At the time, she was using the name DJ Logic. The EP’s standout track, DJ Logic Please Forgive Me, creatively sampled R&B artist Deborah Cox over a powerful bassline that showcased her love for the fusion of house and UK bass music, popularized by artists like Joy Orbison and Pearson Sound. The song caught the attention of influential figure Four Tet, who featured it in his 2019 Coachella performance – a highly sought after endorsement in the world of electronic music.
The Logic1000 EP had a nervous and experimental vibe, but its sequel, “You’ve Got The Whole Night To Go” released in 2021, showed a more concentrated and deliberate approach by Poulter. This album traced a clear path from deep house to UK funky to rhythmic techno. Despite facing multiple lockdowns in 2021, Logic1000 continued to put out a series of bright and somewhat melancholic house tracks such as “YourLove” and “What You Like” (a collaboration with Malaysian-Irish producer Yunè Pinku). These songs featured lush synth pads, groovy basslines, and dreamy vocals that yearned for the energy of the club.
Poulter, along with her husband and creative partner Thomas McAlister (known as Big Ever), has made a home in Berlin where their Logic1000 sound is well-received. Poulter openly discusses her personal struggles with mental health and balancing motherhood (after the birth of their daughter in 2022) with her career. She also hosts a Therapy podcast with DJ and presenter Heléna Star and organized a day party in Berlin for ravers who prioritize getting a good night’s sleep, something Poulter values as well.
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This has created the perfect conditions for Logic1000’s first album, Mother, which will be released on March 22 through her own Therapy label. According to Poulter, the album is “a romantic tribute to house music” and includes 12 tracks. The singles Promises, featuring Rochelle Jordan, and Self to Blame, featuring Kayla Blackmon, were released before the album and showcase Logic1000’s most refined and pop-influenced productions thus far.
In other places, the album smoothly transitions between different moods while maintaining its consistent beat. Each track has its own unique qualities that make club-goers want to use the app Shazam. The connection of shared experiences is strongly present throughout the album, as Poulter explained to Billboard, “Since becoming a mother, I have a strong feeling of womanhood and sisterhood.” On the track “Every Lil’,” Logic1000 showcases a new and exciting style, featuring DJ Plead from Melbourne and vocalist MJ Nebreda from Miami. The track combines Nebreda’s mesmerizing vocals with swinging percussion similar to that of Nicolas Jaar.
Dance artists rarely capture the authentic chaos of life and transform it into something as uplifting as Mother, solidifying Logic1000’s position in the rich history of house music.
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Source: theguardian.com
