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Whether it's the pulsating rhythms reminiscent of *Jozef K* or the ethereal atmospheres akin to *Hidden Element*, Forbes consistently delivers captivating compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs an artist who continually pushes boundaries, Duncan Forbes stands out in today's saturated music scene. His collaborations with notable performers like *Otik* and *Reedale Rise* showcase his versatility as a producer while maintaining his signature style. 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And then, to fittingly wrap up this three-pronged 12” attack, we have an out-and-out gem from Mr. Forbes himself… as we see him transform, 'When Lightning Strikes Twice' - into a pulsing, beyond widescreen - Motor City meets The White Isle - colossus.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"No Label","offers":[{"title":"Black 12\"","offer_id":50384768401739,"sku":"2012878","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/c64f6bed-ca71-a166-8372-42de8865de31_08cbc04a_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1726303393"},{"product_id":"distilled-and-amplified-vinyl-sampler-2","title":"Distilled and Amplified - Vinyl Sampler 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe inception of 49North marks the beginning of a brand new era for Duncan Forbes; who most emphatically made his mark on the WW scene as one half of legendary duo - Spooky - alongside Charlie May; releasing a string of landmark singles and albums over 3 decades, not to mention timeless remix \/ production work for International heavyweights like Depeche Mode, M83, Sasha, William Orbit, Mr.G and Apparat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA1: ‘Burning Bright As Magnesium’ \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Heading up this second ‘Distilled \u0026amp; Amplified’, 12” sampler is one of Duncan’s most leg-sweeping, curveball originals to date - 'Burning Bright As Magnesium'... a super tripped-out, Techno head-spinner; powered by an eerie, almost spectral kind of funk.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eB1: ‘In The Mansion Of The Gods’ (Mr G’s ‘Home Alone’ Remix) \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“And on the flip, we see Duncan’s second ever solo release - 'In The Mansion Of The Gods' - get the rework treatment from close   friend Mr G, and his unrivalled brand of analogue magic. 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