Dave Walker & Fordal’s ‘Quantum Verse’ picks up major media coverage for Forensic Records
- Tony Allen
- Nov 9
- 3 min read
Updated: Nov 10
It has been a strong few weeks for Forensic Records as Dave Walker and Fordal’s ‘Quantum Verse’ EP picks up impressive coverage across respected international outlets.
The release marks another standout moment for the long-running label, with attention from platforms known for breaking quality underground music. From premieres to in-depth studio features, the rollout shows how far the Forensic sound continues to reach.
SoundCloud tastemaker CONNECT premiered the B-side ‘Hyperlight’, calling it “pure 4 a.m. ammunition”. It is a hypnotic, late-night cut packed with tight percussion and razor sharp basslines. The track gained early traction across the global DJ community, helping push the EP into new ears.
At the same time, Electronic Groove premiered the title track ‘Quantum Verse’, describing it as “a deep, cinematic journey through evolving pads, sweeping melodies and pulsing low-end energy.” Their feature highlighted the chemistry between the pair and the polished, emotive sound that defines Forensic’s current output.
The standout coverage came from Magnetic Magazine, which ran an extensive How It Was Made feature exploring the creative process behind the EP. Dave and Fordal broke down their workflow, mentioning the Dawesome Myth synth for bell-like tones, the Moog Sub 37 for groovy stabs and the Elektron Digitone II for textured percussion.
They also revealed that the project caught John Digweed’s attention early on, earning a premiere on his legendary Transitions show. That kind of endorsement reinforces the record’s impact within the progressive house community.
For our agency, this kind of coverage shows the value of sustained, story-driven promotion. It demonstrates how thoughtful positioning can extend beyond a release day push and create meaningful recognition from global platforms. Seeing Dave Walker, Fordal and Forensic Records featured across Magnetic Magazine, Electronic Groove and CONNECT is a proud moment and proof of how powerful well-planned PR can be.
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Dave Walker
Warwickshire-based producer, Dave Walker, has been honing his skills in the art of audio engineering and DJ’ing for the last 20 years. As one half of The Stupid Experts and on his own, Dave has had many successful releases on various labels such as Avanti, JOOF, UV, Pure Progressive, Colorize, Bedrock, Forensic, Balance Series and Mango Alley Records with various Radio 1 and Kiss FM plays. Dave’s evolution in the scene has allowed him to carve his own forward-thinking style of melodic progressive dance music, and he always tries to push the boundaries further with every production.
Fordal
Fordal (Les Dales) is a North East-born producer whose lifelong passion for music was shaped by early exposure to jazz via his saxophonist father and a deep connection to dance music’s counterculture. From being inspired by Andrew Weatherall at Turnmills to running the iconic Binary Records shop in the late 90s, he built a foundation that led to performances at venues like Ministry of Sound, EGG London and The Arena. Known for his eclectic, boundary-defying sets that balance light and dark, Fordal has since refined his production skills at Point Blank Music School, combining a vast record collection with a distinctive artistic vision set to resonate with music lovers worldwide.
Forensic Records
Formed in 1997 by Scott Bradford, Chris Scott, and their crew to focus their musical output, the label quickly gained momentum. With their mantra to release only quality underground house music, their music soon found its way into the boxes of the most respected DJs around. With the likes of Sasha, Digweed, Seaman, Cattaneo, Howells et al championing their sound, the label was pushed to the forefront of the scene.
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