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Bxentric ends the year with a second release 'Patch Valley' on his newly launched label Nanda Records, continuing on from the 'Chrome' EP released in July this year. Coming from a DJ background and having had successful releases on esteemed labels Eskimo Recordings and Glasgow Underground, Bxentric is now focussing on his production with an eye on the underground. More releases are in the pipeline from him on Nanda Records.

Release:

The single release, 'Patch Valley' includes a reshaped version of the original by Berlin-based Hivern Discs artist Herzel, as well as a remix by Brooklyn-based, WT Records founder, Willie Burns.

Llimited press vinyl.

Early DJ support:

Carl Craig, Laurent Garnier, Bicep, Huxley, Who Made Who, Andrew Grant (Circo Loco) , Curses, Moonbootica, Ben Mono, Skream, Adriatique, Barnt, John Digweed, Job Jobse, Jimpster, Leo / Voyeur, Wankelmut, Severino (Horsemeat Disco), Michel De Hey, Andy Mac (Cream) and B.Traits.

Confirmed Radio Play to date:

The Aston Shuffle (Triple J Radio, Australia),

Simon Wallace (Radio One, NZ)

Breakthrough artist Mihail P's debut presents two stunning original tracks alongside mixes by young Hungarian wizard Gnork and the label's own Hutton Drive aka Domenic Cappello, also of Glasgow's fabled Sub Club.

A year after their impressive last album Burn It Down, Detroit techno legends Octave One are back with a nine track double EP that again shows they are masters of big hypnotic grooves.

Entitled Love by Machine, the album's name is a nod to the fact that the Burden brothers are such revered masters of their hardware. Both in the studio, where they cook up atmospheric house and techno with soaring synths and vocals and also in the live arena, where they are celebrated as one of the most accomplished and forward thinking performers in the game today. That is all the more impressive when you bear in mind they have been active since the '80s, most often releasing on their own 430 West label, which is where they appear again here.

Say Lenny: We've been exploring the theme of connection with this project. How technology gives us the illusion that we are closer to each other more than ever. At some point humanity crossed a line where the devices that we created to bring us together are the same devices that are blocking us from organic experiences.'

Technology is only a tool, which we also had in mind during the recording process.' Adds Lawrence. We decided to go back to how we used to make our records, when we didn't have so many 'sophisticated' audio devices. Back to when we interacted in the studio together as musicians.'

Things open up with the loose metallic percussive line that is In Mono, which sets the machine made tone and is filled with promise. Locator then immediately gets to action with a gallivanting techno kick and various synth lines wrapping round each other as you get sucked into the groove. Just Don't Speak (Midnight Sun Redub) is a more deep and house leaning track with big feel good piano keys and slithering synths that will get hands in the air. Proving they have real range, 7 B4 Dawn is a moody and reserved cut with subtle acid pricks, hip swinging claps and a spaced out dead of night feel.


The second half of the album offers peak time business in the form of the spectacular Bad Love II, the whirring and cosmic Sounds of Jericho and the big loops and fluid grooves of (Where) Time Collides. Pain Pressure is a wonky number with big bassline and a focus on percussive patterns as well as some vocals with real attitude and last cut 8 B4 Dawn ends things in a downbeat and sombre way with sad chords and emotive strings. It is pure Detroit, much like the whole album, and rounds out another fine release from these most revered veterans.

Roman Flügel "I think the first 5 tracks of the album are simply fantastic"

New Andres 12'' debut on his own label La Vida. Andres is one that really needs no introduction, but for those unfamiliar here it is: Andres, aka DJ Dez, is one of Detroit's unsung heros of underground music. Since the late 90's Andres has built up an extremely respectable catalog of that blurs the boundaries between genres, most notably his records on KDJ and Mahogani Music. Not to forget, DJ Dez is also Slum Village's DJ, has recorded many hip hop instrumental on Hipnotech Records, and his hand is on countless other Detroit records. Definitely one of the most consistent producers we've got here whose music can be summed up in one word: Quality!

Californiabased producer Damon Bell could not find a more suitable home for his new 12' than Croatian label Burek. It's his first one since Blues For The Libyan' LP released in 2015. for Deepblak, and it sounds as if the time off was well spent. Two words that perfectly describe this record are rich' and colourful', and the description is equally applicable to all three cuts. Stand By Me' is a synthheavy piece built around the interplay between track's rougher sounds and big lush pads. On the flipside, Life' is slightly faster and more direct, with a wonderful guitar part that circles around the main theme throughout the most of the track. Similarly mannered, but slightly more intense TransAtlantic Journey We Been Here!' is the last piece and features an infectious groove with lead synth piercing through layers of delicate arpeggios playing in the background. All in all, it feels good to have Damon in the team. We hope you'll enjoy this record

A young DJ/producer from Brooklyn (Deep Explorer, Finale Sessions) pushing the line where deep house and techno join in emotive rawness. A deep moody selection of movements that suit any occasion as the vibe grows & culminates.

Following on from Anetha's 'Ophiuchus' EP last year, Work Them Records founder Spencer Parker has compiled a remix package featuring himself and French techno stalwart Antigone.
A key component in the thriving Parisian techno scene, Anetha is a resident at monthly party series BLOCAUS.
Spencer reworks 'Drive With A Dead Girl', incorporating punchy kicks and shuffling hats before the original's
mesmerising arpeggios come into effect.
On the other hand Antigone distorts 'Black Widow' beyond recognition by blending fuzzy atmospherics with a cavernous
808 and glitchy hook.
Concluding the release is a bonus track from Anetha herself titled 'Traces To Nowhere' with its gloomy pads and squelchy melodies. DJ Support:
Matt Edwards (Radio Slave)
Marcel Dettmann
Rodhåd (Dystopian / Other Heights / Semantica / Berlin)
Ben Sims
Ben Klock (Berghain / B-Pitch / Memo / Ostgut Ton)

Rick Wilhite delivers this super strong collection of tracks made by producers coming from either New York, Chicago or Detroit. This is part 1 in a 2 volume album.
As a DJ and promoter Wilhite has been holding it down for over twenty years, and his 'Vibes New & Rare music' record store has been a main source in Detroit for soulful electronic music until its closure. The 'Vibes New & Rare music' compilation only features material that Rick Wilhite truly believes to represent the artists. After releasing Part 1 in 2010, Wilhite now delivers the sequel, featuring pioneers and new talents alike from New York, Chicago and Detroit.

Lost Trax drops the first release of 2017 on Subwax label "Emotions Electric", 3 fiercesome Detroit tracks of the highest order. Limited copies...

You can't stop DEETROIT. Back again with his (her/their) third 12" on UNKNOWN DEETROIT featuring 4 deep and dirty house and techno cuts with a taste of acid: "U FEEL IT", "DEEVIANTS", "DEETROIT CONSPIRACY" and "FLOW". “Apparently inspired by three weeks of internet speculation spawned by a simple question as to the true identity of DEETROIT. 250+ comments on Facebook later and UNKNOWN DEETROIT followers explain that it simple does not matter! Again it’s all about the music and that music is deep house and / or techno! Long Live UDR!†Hand stamped white labels. Gonna be big bitches!

Dutch producer Nathan Surreal debuts on Biologic Records with Star Dust featuring remixes from Adesse Versions and Neville Watson. Exploring abstract, surreal and melodic electronic sounds, the Dutchman is a perfect addition to the Biologic roster. Appearing on a host of underground labels since 2014, Nathan is set to make a breakthrough with Star Dust' Balancing on the edge of reality and pushing further into the abstract and surreal worlds Star Dust unfolds through waving synths and dubby bass lines. $$$ is a darker track, the bassline punchier and driving acid-tinged synths create a dance-floor ready record. Next up Human Music has a more minimal introduction, building in intensity as the synths come through until finally the melody drops, maintaining the dreamy top line that Nathan is so adept at maintaining. Neville Watson provides the first remix on the EP, he adds reverb to the vocal, amplifying its effect on the track. Star Dust is intensified, perfect for late night, or early morning, dance floors. Addesse Versions remix of Star Dust is a twisted acid remake, a left-field and off kilter beat is slowed down to a psychedelic swirl, pulsating throughout the track.

This release from UKNOWN DEETROIT comes pressed on red vinyl and is limited to only 666 copies. Featuring 6 tracks, including one with backwards music, this is sure to appeal to fans of his/her/their past 12"s. Hand stamped white...

Another recent masterpiece from the rising Barcelona label 'Modern Obscure Music'. This time the label is introducing a 12'' with two long lasting analogue Jams made from synthesizers like Moog Voyager and the mythical Juno 80 on abstract rhythms created with a powerful Roland 909. This is an essential record for collectors of relics focused on the Club. To the mysterious, exotic and even tribal vibe, the record label adds a remix by Daniel Martin-McCormick, best known as Ital, who has recently published his 3rd album
with Mike Paradinas (Planet Mu) apart from also presenting some pieces from his own record company Lover's Rock or in the prestigious Workshop house. Remixes by JMII and Pettre, Aster's ex-band components, are also added in the digital version of it.

After his debut 12" on FREERANGE in '13, KITO JEMPERE (SAINT PETERSBURG DISCO SPIN CLUB) releases this sampler from his forthcoming album out on his own FATA MORGANA label.

5 track EP of chunky, percussive dance tracks including a hypnotizing
house remix by JUJU & JORDASH. Mastered by KUNIYUKI TAKAHASHI.


KITO JEMPERE (also known as SAINT PETERSBURG DISCO SPIN CLUB) has released tracks on TEARDROP, TUSK WAX, WHAT'S IN THE BOX,
GLENVIEW and others.

Ramona happily announces Benjamin Milz' first full-grown EP. Being made by a Frankfurt kid with a mature sound signature, "Basic Motions" nods towards what once was and what could be one day.

Following his bomb 'Booty Jazz' EP released under the Jupiter Jazz moniker alongside label boss Maceo Plex, Miami's finest Danny Daze goes solo to release 'The Calm' - two original cuts of deep dark house with a stellar remix from Dutch producer Dexter.
Title track 'The Calm' opens with a deep pulsating heart, beating and building as sweeping waves of trippy FX roll in and out with doubled up and slightly deranged vocals dominating the atmosphere. Swelling steadily with powerful synth lines and rhythm the track drops dramatically, kicking into a tight rolling groove that rides through the depth and layers.
Picking up the pace class-A producer and remixer Dexter takes the reins to spin his techno twist onto 'The Calm'. Making music since the mid 90s and with huge releases on the likes on Rush Hour and Clone, the Dutchman is a welcome addition to the Ellum Audio catalogue. Thriving with drive and energy his remix is an essential DJ weapon for any peak time affair.Rounding off the package 'I See You There' is the second original track on offer from Mr. Daze. Continuing in the same vein as 'The Calm' the track builds moodily with epic synths, industrial stabs and haunting vocals. Taking a turn it drops into a powerful dance floor bomb with deep, warm keys that beautifully carry the melody.
Already flying high in the game and with a hectic tour schedule lined up and a Radio 1 Essential Mix in the pipeline for this summer. 2013 looks set to be a big one for wonder boy Danny Daze.

The Deewees say... Five years ago we met Emmanuelle in an office in Milano. For years we asked her to play us some of the music she'd been making on her laptop in her bedroom. When DEEWEE was built we invited the Rio born / Miami raised / Milano based artist to make some music together. This is the first of many things we've done so far...'

Volume 6 of the sought-after series FROM CHICAGO TO DETROIT compiled by JORDAN FIELDS. The A side kicks off with "MOONMAN'S RETURN" and a full 12" version of "THE RUNNER" from BOO WILLIAMS. Side B features tracks from STEVE FRISCO, MORGAN ALEXANDER and GILES DICKERSON. Be quick on this one!

A Sagittariun continues to release primarily on his own Elastic Dreams label, and 'The Magick Box' EP features four tracks that come nearly 12 months on from the uncompromising techno of the 'Contortion'/'Concrete Walls' single and the second full length album odyssey, 'Elasticity'. Taking in pacey techno cuts 'Curviture' and 'Kobalt', cruising electro vibes on 'Floating On Salt Water' and wigged out industrial funk on 'Bleepanomix', once again 'The Archer' delivers a varied collection of new tracks on the EP. Vital Sales Points: - Previous singles on Secretsundaze, Hypercolour and Elastic Dreams were very well received - A Sagittariun's second album, 'Elasticity', was released in April 2016 to glowing reviews and polled in the Mojo Magazine Top 5 Electronic Albums Of The Year