Par Grindviks Sinister label raises its dark and mysterious head for the second release, Sinister 02. Joining Par on the release are a collection of artists whos individualstyles have earned them well-respected plaudits across electronic music. They share common ground, but keep to their own unique form in this release. Heiko Laux & Alexander Lukats Bleak is a lusciously textured piece full of grainy pads, rumbling sub-bass and sucking rhythms. As the track gently builds and falls, the detail in their production glimmers through. Bleak is a powerful and brooding track for the floor. Par Grindviks Sinister ReEnter is a near beatless piece that balances unease and tension with intrigue and open-mindedness. A perfect intro to sets. Dustin Zahns Our Tide of Sin combines straight-up, rolling drums with a playfulness not oft-heard in many modern-day techno productions. Layered with phasing tones and samples, Dustin retains drive while keeping the track moving throughout. Secludeds Energy track brings things down to a darker level. His head-down productions as Secluded stir forbidding thoughts. Based around simplistic and wholly effective hooks, Secludeds productions have a muscular, but restrained sound; a winning alliance. Pars Sinister imprint continues where it left off, pulling in four sombre, yet powerful tracks - something for every stage of the club. www.stockholmltd.com www.apelago.com