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In the autumn of 2000 we launched our Fukd ID imprint. The 12"s and cds are limited to 1000 copies of each format and all come in deluxe black and silver packaging.
The idea behind the series was to enable the label to work with a broader selection of innovative and subversive musicians, to explore new creative territories whilst making the music as accessible as possible (all releases retail at £3.50 on our web shop).
Fukd ID
1. Aereogramme
Aereogramme’s first outing for chemikal underground unveils them as masters of discipline and finesse. Soulful, dark, intelligent rock music. It's sold out too so you're out of luck.
2. Arab Strap
This release sees Arab Strap delving further into dance music on side A, with a track that ends in an almost hypnotic crescendo. Side B builds layers of guitars with bleak vocals to produce an impressively intense anthem for the anguished. Sold Out - let the anguish continue. Read Lyrics
3. Interpol
First full European release by the NYC band who have now made a name for themselves as one of America’s most exciting, fresh and cutting edge acts. Brooding, stark, post-punk music. Guess what? Sold out.
4. British Meat Scene
Duncan Mackay’s post modernistic nu-psychedelic trumpet playing led him to become a member of 'The Scream Team Arkestra'. He formed BMS together with Rupert Lyddon. The band meld jazz, funk and electronica into one beautiful package. More on British Meat Scene
5. Bis
bis experiment with their tried and tested electro-pop sound on this their guest return to chemikal underground. It is anthemic, sparse and minimal, at times providing a harder, rougher edge. To be appreciated in the home or on the dancefloor. CD format Sold Out: too slow... Read Steven's notes
6. Ben Tramer
A tribute to John Carpenter’s 1970’s horror classic Halloween, this spooky electronic release has Arab strap’s Aidan Moffatt at the controls. Read Press Release
7. Model Fighter
Truly beautiful, spine-tingling electronica. Model Fighter avoids sampling and produces his music using keyboards, drum machines, guitars, a miniature Russian harp, tape loops, accordions, harmonicas and more recorded onto a digital 12-track, mixed through an old analogue machine. Read Press Release
8. Kempston, Protek & Fuller
The debut release from this Glasgow duo delivers mixed-up noises and freaky bleeps. Dark deep slices of electro overlaid with sinister melodies. Manages to sound retro and futuristic all at once. Read Press Release