gyrofield - Akin / Mother [FABRICLIVE.]

FABRICLIVE's next era as an artist-centric label continues with a stunning 12" vinyl release from Hong Kong-born, Netherlands-based rising star Kiana Li, aka gyrofield.

Rooted in drum & bass yet with a distinctly contemporary sound, this single shines through its freshness and stands out for its exquisite level of detail and craftsmanship. Warm and comforting, atmospheric and melodic, the cloud breakbeat and celestial propulsion of "Akin" is pure friendly pressure, while "Mother" further raises the stakes with big vocals, precise low frequencies, and enveloping techno soundscapes.

"'Akin' and 'Mother' remind me of my early days composing dance music. They are two free and transporting pieces, like spreading wings and letting the air carry me. Lifted by the hand of destiny, nurtured but also worn by my own ideals. We all wish for better days. And we struggle to heal." – gyrofield

gyrofield has released music on renowned labels such as Critical, Overview, and Vision, Noisia's label. Last year, she released the album A Faint Glow of Bravery on Metalheadz and the EP These Heavens within XL's prestigious house bag series, which has previously featured music from Blawan, Joy Orbison, and Overmono.

She is a regular on NTS and a highly sought-after DJ, with radio and club support from Mary Anne Hobbs, Objekt, Special Request, and DJ Flight. In the press, she has received praise from outlets such as Rolling Stone, Crack, The Quietus, The FADER, DJ Mag, and Resident Advisor.

"Mesmerising - a sonic portrayal of the heavens taking drum & bass into the divine." – Resident Advisor
"An artist with a completely unique journey and sound." – The FADER
"Her vivid productions are a breath of fresh air in the scene." – DJ Mag
"Fusing the atmospheric and experimental with the melodic and emotional." – Crack
"Loaded with changing sounds that explore the universe and the beauty of nature, uniting the spatial and the danceable." – Dummy
"She will never pigeonhole herself into a single genre or follow standard formulas." – UKF

Returning strong in 2025, FABRICLIVE rejoins the fabric Records label, which also includes Houndstooth and fabric Originals.