Drumsauw has built a solid reputation for raw, analogue techno and Assault is no exception. Issued on Hydraulix, the title track sets the tone on this peak-time release. Underpinned by lead weight kicks and militaristic percussive ticks, these elements are augmented by deft filters and smart builds. “Get Mad” is more visceral, with rolling snares and insistent electronic stabs making for a powerful combination. Label owner D.A.V.E. The Drummer delivers a remix of the title track, and the veteran UK techno producer weaves in sawtooth electronic riffs over pounding kicks, a combination that provides maximum impact.