Four years after the acclaimed Quattro III, Bedrock returns with the fourth instalment of its celebrated compilation series. The pacakage spans 66 new and unreleased tracks across five discs, including four collections curated and mixed by John Digweed, and an exclusive full-length artist album from Charlie May.
Bedrock returns with the latest instalment of its Quattro series, as John Digweed presents Quattro IV, a five-disc collection that explores the breadth and depth of the Bedrock Records sound. Available from December 4, the new edition brings together an extensive selection of original productions, fresh remixes, reworked classics and new material from some of electronic music’s most respected artists, including a very special artist album from long-time Bedrock collaborator Charlie May.
Spanning ambient soundscapes, progressive house, breaks, techno and peak-time club productions, Quattro IV is both a celebration of Bedrock’s musical heritage and a snapshot of where the label is heading. As with previous editions, the album is divided into four distinct musical journeys, each showcasing a different facet of the label’s identity. From the cinematic atmospheres of Soundscape and the rhythmic pulse of Breaks, the collection moves into Redux, featuring 11 reimagined classics from the Bedrock catalogue, before arriving at Tempo, a selection of 12 exclusive club-focused productions. Each disc is compiled and mixed by John Digweed, creating a cohesive journey that reflects the diversity of the label while maintaining the musical attention to detail that has become synonymous with the Quattro series.
Completing the package, the fifth disc continues one of the most distinctive traditions of the Quattro concept, inviting a special guest artist to take creative control of an entire album. For this edition, Bedrock welcomes long-standing collaborator Charlie May, who presents 13 original tracks under the title No Memory, No FX. Offering a fascinating insight into his studio world, the album showcases his versatility, musical depth and distinctive approach to sound design and production.
An influential figure in progressive house since the early 1990s, May first gained recognition as one half of the pioneering duo Spooky, alongside Duncan Forbes, before becoming a key creative collaborator and studio engineer for Sasha, helping shape many of his most iconic productions and live projects. His longstanding relationship with Bedrock has also seen him contribute numerous productions and remixes to the label.
Across all five discs, Quattro IV brings together an impressive roster of established Bedrock favourites and contemporary talents. Featuring music from the likes of John Digweed & Nick Muir, Pig&Dan, Stelios Vassiloudis, Quivver, Chris Fortier, Luke Brancaccio, Sandrino, Spencer Brown, Zoo Brazil, Franky Wah, Argia, Ranj Kaler, Tigerhook, Braxton, Mark Romboy, Eagles & Butterflies, Island Hill, Ian O’Donovan, 16 BL, Masaya, Blake Jarrell and many more, the album reflects the continued evolution of the label and its commitment to discovering and championing quality electronic music.
Released on December 4, Quattro IV will be available in full across Spotify, Apple Music and all major streaming platforms.