Audiopile Review: Gerard Hanson’s E.R.P. moniker seems to have supplanted his Convextion project, the latter of which hasn’t been seen since 2016 when he dropped the incredible 2845, a high watermark of his sci-fi inflected brand of deep techno. Though the E.R.P. guise has been in use since Hanson’s initial appearance in the mid ‘90s, he’s been on a notable roll since the release of 2018’s Afterimage LP, issuing a slew of EPs and the double 12” Exomoon in its wake. While his Convextion production has been sleek and minimal visions of the Basic Channel school of dub techno, E.R.P. looks back to the sound of Detroit techno and Drexciya-tinged electro, locking in starry atmospheres and tinting everything with his galactic imprint. Faded Caprice continues E.R.P.’s penchant for uptempo escapades that are still suitable for adventurous dance floors, though his funk-tinged and squiggling synths married with starry-eyed synth melodies and sweeping ambient tones are suitable for Milky Way surfing. While there have been plenty of notable purveyors of deep electro over the past few years —Tim Jackiw, Dan Piu and Derek Carr are just a few of the contemporaries that immediately spring to mind—Hanson’s three decades of working within these spacey inter-zones can be clearly heard with his seemingly effortless ability to pull pure bliss from his machines. A true master of his craft.

For its 9th release after its relaunch, Apnea Records proudly presents another ERP record, this time in the form of a 2×12″ Album “Faded Caprice” is a mesmerizing journey into the heart of summer’s fading glow. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, each track is a sonic tableau, capturing the essence of hot afternoons and wistful sunsets. E.R.P.’s signature blend of deep, cosmic funky electro gems resonates with emotional depth, inviting listeners to lose themselves in its hypnotic embrace. From the pulsating rhythms of “Miami Nice” to the introspective melodies of “Cape Earl “Faded Caprice” is a testament to E.R.P.’s artistry and vision. A testament to Gerard Hanson’s music landscape, offering audiences a glimpse into the boundless possibilities of sound and emotion.