Left of the Dial, Toronto's brand new electronic label have been making some noise for their debut release by Basic Soul Unit 'Oceans EP', charted and loved by the likes of Moonstarr, Rainer Truby, Mr Scruff, Jazzanova and other usual suspects. Now back with release 002, featuring the talented multi-instrumentalist Stephane Vera, a Tech Jazz style 12" with a hint of Detroit influence, guarantee to gear you more towards the Left of the Dial. Fans of Recloose, Titonton, Octave One, Moodyman, John Arnold, need this one! 

Stephane Vera (known to many as Teknostep) is a widely skilled and prolific session player, producer, DJ and remixer. Though born in Geneva, Switzerland, and raised in France, Vera has called Toronto his home since 1997. Having been a piano and drum teacher at the Royal Conservatory of Music for 5 years, his innate talent and polished skills are undisputed. Throughout his childhood, Vera was a student of a wide range of instruments, and his original musical productions continue to enhance the just perception that he is a steady riser in the world of song. In his wealth of musical experience and contribution, Vera has been a radio host, keyboardist for Roy Davis Jr, composer for film & television for BBC, and remixing tracks for P'taah, Ivana Santilli, Dynarec, and Jordan Fields. You'll be hearing a lot from Stephane Vera in 2005, so stayed tuned - Left Of The Dial.

Purchase online at: 
Play De Record (Canada): www.playderecord.com
Kudos Records (Worldwide): mailorder@kudosrecords.co.uk
If Music (UK): www.ifmusic.co.uk