# DKMA – Phase One – The Basement
DKMA emerges from the underground electronic music scene with Phase One – The Basement, a debut release that captures the raw energy of late 1990s house music aesthetics. This 12-inch vinyl, released in 1999 on Forensic Records, represents the artist's introduction to the vinyl format and marks an important moment in their early career trajectory during a pivotal era for electronic music production.
The album showcases a stripped-down approach to house music production that was gaining momentum throughout the late 1990s. The three-track EP demonstrates DKMA's understanding of contemporary electronic production techniques while maintaining an accessible, dancefloor-oriented sensibility. The A-side opener, "Visitors," sets an intriguing tone with its mysterious introduction, immediately establishing the project's artistic direction.
The B-side tracks further develop the release's sonic character. "Everybody" brings a more direct, rhythmic energy to the proceedings, while "Sundial" closes out the record with its own distinctive approach to the house template. Together, these three compositions create a cohesive statement that balances experimental elements with functional, club-ready production values.
For vinyl collectors interested in turn-of-the-millennium electronic music, this Forensic Records release offers a genuine snapshot of underground house music in its formative late 1990s period. The 12-inch format captures these productions in their intended context, providing an authentic listening experience that reflects the era's commitment to vinyl as the primary medium for electronic music distribution among serious listeners and DJs alike.
