The third release on OPERATION MADNESS RECORDS—a sub-label of HOUSE OF UNDERGROUND whose catalog kicked off with the legendary DMX KREW! TOM CARRUTHERS, who has been creating timeless works by blending house vibes—inheriting the styles of NU GROOVE and TRAX—with a touch of BLEEP essence, delivers yet another release that stirs up nostalgia. Highlights include the early-techno-style “Formation” (sample 1)—featuring synth work that pays homage to LFO and heart-stirring melodies—and the rave jam “State Of Mind,” which revives the BLEEP & BASS sound. From the late-’80s Chicago sound to early ’90s techno, the tracks are masterfully blended, and the perfectly resonant lo-fi sound is a highlight. (Original Japanese text by Akie)