Loz Goddard trades in his familiar sample-heavy palette for rawer, machine-driven club gear on “Prism Riot”, his debut on Baldo’s Physical Education and the label’s 23rd outing. Four tracks deep, the EP is built on analog weight and dancefloor focus, with subtle nods to the retro shimmer of 90s and early 2000s video games – a playful yet functional collection for selectors who crave groove with personality.
The B1 cut, “Snadestation”, is arguably the cheekiest of the bunch. Its wobbly synth line runs like a mischievous thread through the arrangement, turning what could be a straightforward prog tool into something far more characterful. The bassline pushes steadily forward, the groove keeps its momentum tight, but it’s that elastic synth, teetering between hypnotic and cartoonish, that makes the track stick in the brain. It’s the kind of playful earworm you drop mid-set to raise eyebrows, smiles, and feet all at once – a reminder that floor-fillers don’t need to sacrifice personality for function.
With “Prism Riot”, Loz Goddard proves he can balance analog grit with digital charm, delivering a record that looks forward without forgetting the joy of play. “Snadestation” is a prime example: fun, funky, and sharp enough to keep dancers locked in the loop.
Words by Holger Breuer
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