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Karen Gwyer returns to Don't Be Afraid with her first new work since 2017's Rembo LP, which gained critical acclaim for its powerful body music and melancholic melody led pieces. Man On Mountain EP is a further evolvement of the duality and nuances in moods and emotions that make Gwyer's music so impactful. Resetting, rebuilding and subverting atmospheres and rhythms is a constant in her music and Gwyer builds on that more in this latest instalment.

The low swung weight of opener Faces On Ankles' bassline is full of suspense, alternating between rolling fluidity and unpredictable kick patterns, while a dubby melody dances alongside glossy, introspective arpeggios. The EP then weaves suddenly into cosmic drone that snarls with tension and desolation on Ian On Fire. You can sense contrasts between these two musical spaces – luscious, bouncing techno that nods directly to Gwyer's Midwest upbringing (Faces on Ankles, Cherries On Shoulders) and darker drone experiments where light peeks through the composition that adds balance to the mood, (Ian On Fire, Ribbon on Neck). Gwyer's music takes a different path with each record while holding onto elements of previous incarnations of her sound and Man On Mountain adds new dimensions to the bold and open minded spirit she embodies.

Marshstepper are the most radical incarnation of Ascetic House, the collective and publishing house based in the desert city of Tempe, Arizona.
Marshstepper's dark electronic ritualism is performative, violent, unusual, shocking, unpredictable and raw.
During their Berlin Atonal show in 2016, they were joined by Drew McDowall, Jonas Ro¨hnberg and Juan Mendez.

Spring is back and so is Mladen Tomic, delivering pure happiness wrapped in 4 funky technotracks - just the perfect soundtrack for this time of the year!
Happiness is supported by Dubfire, Monika Kruse, Gregor Tresher, Thomas Schumacher, Sebastian Leger and many more - order your personal dose now!

Originally released back in 2010 as part of an Agoria mix compilation sampler Temperature's Rising has become a cult hit with vinyl copies now impossible to find for any price as the chance of a repress was held back by record company politics. Now, finally, it returns, remastered for 2016 and enjoying the clear cut and full side of vinyl it undoubtedly deserves.

On the B-side is the Temperate Dub, recorded at the same time as the lead mix, but which has remained unreleased until now. It takes a deep classic even deeper dubbing out syllables of the vocal over a reverberated version of the now familiar half-time rhythm of the original mix.

12" blood red vinyl in a full colour sleeve designed by Danny Passarella.

Konstrukt. Electronic music label maneuvering below sea level.

Hear the heart pulsating... Konstrukt 008 - Primal Code

R&S welcomes Belgium’s Peter Adriaenssens AKA 6SISS, for a four track EP of dark rhythmic techno.

A returning New Beat veteran who started releasing 6SISS material in 2013, Adriaenssens's music combines driving rhythms with ominous, desiccated field recordings and withered pads that call to mine the Ben Frost's militant soundscapes.

The foggy atmospherics that pervade make sense when you learn that he often moonlights as a member of a post metal/drone band, creating eldritch soundscapes and drones.

Adriaenssens is a self confessed 'family man' which has had a strong impact on his music: "The way I cook food is also the way I make my music - with the ingredients available in the fridge and the sounds available on my laptop." he explains. "I build layers of sounds and textures, with or without a beat. Don’t search for melodies in my tracks, see them as haunted trips. I’m always inspired by artists who do something different, or sound original like Tim Hecker, Johan Johansson, Mika Vainio.

Over the four tracks of the Prisma release, Adriaenssen's bruising off kilter rhythms stagger and lurch in mesmerising ways that undercut the 4:4 hegemony and are sure to confuse and delight dancefloors in equal measure.

A milestone tenth release from Butter Sessions brings the worldwide debut of Consumer Watchdawgz, a collaboration between two mysterious figures from down under.
Experience a Techno expedition to the dry waves of the central desert & moist air in the eastearn tropics, featuring dubbed out forward thinking rhythms & otherworldy electronics, for earth people...

Hot On The Heels Of His Album 'r.u.r' On Boysnoize, Djedjotronic Aka Jérémy Cottereau Drops An Icy 4 Track Electro Cut For Cpu. We Knew We Wanted To Work With Cottereau After Hearing His And Maelstrom's Lost Echoes Project (see Maelstrom's 'alph4' E.p. On Cpu).

There's A Clear Drexciyan Influence Here With Plenty Of Dystopian Drama But Things Are Disrupted With The Likes Of 'tunnel' Serving Up Raw 4/4.

Jonny Rock is somewhat of a sorcerer, an omnipresent eye that gathers secret ingredients from far and wide—old school House oddities, hypnotic melodies of the Orient, the furthest reaches of Disco, the easy pace of Turkish psychedelic funk—fusing it all into his own shrouded code, a string of immaterial messages, both subliminal and lucid, that highlight his eccentric sense of storytelling and nuance. He imbues a sense of familiarity in his music, implying history that might not be studied but still feels learned, a quality inherent to productions born from a vast catalog of influence (and the inseparable sample material). Jonny conjures euphoric acid flashbacks, herds of crowds through Istanbul alleys, the misty morning residue from raves of yore, orchestral winds blown across the Aegean riviera, and he manages to concentrate their essence into singular details such as a snare drum. Both sides of his eternally-awaited ESP debut lean toward his dark arts—'Tye Die Techno' drives a relentless hard-edged drum kit that could throw an otherwise self-respecting Goth into a heated breakdance battle, while the title track and theme, 'Ode To A Happening On Earth,' plays with the imagery of ritual, fantasy and role-playing—but throughout this malevolent stew, there is a sustained hint of the artist's playful nature. No matter how murky the trip becomes, Jonny is always there, a light at the end of the tunnel, with a big hug to reassure that everyone will be OK. He is one clever bastard—if you know, you know.

Brothers Amedeo and Matteo Giovanelli aka Mathame have quickly garnered attention through their dusky, atmospheric Techno releases on illustrious underground labels such as Anagram, ARTS and Afterlife Records utilising a wide range of hardware (from cheap analogue synths to obscure drum machines) as well as their experience as visual artists to create their free-flowing, signature sound.

This next release on Konstruktiv is the super special vinyl version of the 'Vremya Versions' EP and it contains two Rolando and two Unbalance remixes.

This record was played and supported by: Laurent Garnier, Truncate, Dj Deep, Ben Sims, Jonas Kopp, Matrixxman, Marcel Dettmann, Slam, DJ Rolando, DVS1, Ed Davenport, Mr G, Boddika, Setaoc Mass, Oliver Deutschmann, Lo Shea, DJ Spider, Baikal, Brendon Moeller, Groove, DJ Mag, Thump, XLR8R, Wicked Style, Ibiza Voice and many others.

Kerri Chandler's mighty Kaoz Theory welcomes an appropriately colossal figure from the dance world for its next EP, with Canadian artist Art Department aka Jonny White serving up four fantastic new tracks.

Now the lone force behind the world-famous Art Department project, White also heads up the decade strong No.19 Music as well as more recent label additions Social Experiment & Sunday Money. On tour, he can be found at the world's leading clubs and festivals laying down emotive, forward thinking sets of underground house and techno that continue to evolve and inspire. His CV doesn't stop there, with a passionate commitment to wildlife conservation leading to the formation of Music Against Animal Cruelty (MAAC), a non-profit organization which has seen White rally support from the music industry to make a real difference to a vital cause. Add to this his recent partnership in leading label and distribution company Subwax Bcn and it's clear that White is a man on a mission.

As ever with Art Department, these latest tracks show another subtle evolution of sound, kicking off with the superb 'Industry.' This is a roller coaster ride through raw organic grooves with swirling pads and subtle vocal cries all layering up the intensity and guaranteeing a huge reaction. The equally impactful 'Exit to Eden' takes on a more swinging house vibe, with brilliantly loose drums shuffling along with a New York feel. Again, soulful vocal samples add steaminess to the groove, delivering a cut that is destined to lift the mood wherever it's dropped.

The kicking 'Boa' picks up the pace once more with smart drum programming that gets you on your toes. It's upright and driving, with raw hits and huge kicks powering you along as a timeless and nimble bassline bounces about down low. Closing things down in style, the excellent 'Madbar' is another high impact house cut with edgy chord stabs and bristling drums. The whole thing brims with house charm and is a perfect closing opus to the accomplished package.

These latest four offerings from Art Department mark another high for Kerri Chandler's always on-point Kaoz Theory.


Early DJ Support:

Seth Troxler, Adam Beyer, Laurent Garnier, Alan Fitzpatrick, Terry Francis, Sascha Dive, DJ Steaw, Archie Hamilton, Ilario Alicante, Len Faki

The tempo picks up with Exuberant Gambit, a jungle-tekkno hybrid that flexes a rugged, mutant "Think" break under porous beats and an eerie aerobic melody. Mae Geri delivers the final forward thrust with abbrasive percussion underlining a paranoid sequence reminiscent of '90s era NYC warehouse material. Packed with olympic energy, Sportiv 005 is a high-intensity, dance floor-optimised escapade.

As the title suggests, there are many ways to jack and this EP makes no pretense about its intentions.
DMX Krew treat us to a wild concoction of tracks for the fourth instalment of the now firing on all cylinders, Super Rhythm Trax label.The music here veers between grimy basement Acid trax, UK Bleep inspired future warehouse anthems and even an ultra cheeky ragga style rendition of Lil Louis' classic "Original Video Clash". Ed DMX is obviously having fun here and with 5 tracks and a loud cut, you're getting bang for your buck !!
Now leave me alone to jack.

Gabe Gurnsey returns with another limited-edition, white label pressing that melds
together two of the standout moments from ‘Physical’ into one irresistible slab of nocturnal electro. Combining the tectonic sleaze of ‘I Get’ with the roll call to rave transcendence of ‘Harder Rhythm’, Gurnsey creates, naturally, ‘I Get Harder’. Mutating his work to further perfect his halcyon club sound, ‘I Get Harder’ releases a slow-crawl ecstasy that’s ideal for dark rooms and open minds. Not one for the faint hearted

Marc Houle needs little introduction, with previous releases on M¦nus, Innervisions and his own label Items & Things. We were humbled by the fact that he sent us a bunch of amazing tunes, and were very happy to release them. Banging, melodic, moody, Its all there, pitch-black.

Clear Vinyl 3x12"

(180 gr, clear vinyl, incl DL card) Having already unleashed a considerable amount of collaborative magic with the "Planetary Funk: 22 Light Years" series of remix EPs, Luke Slater has now upped the ante with six full sides' worth of material,all of them injecting the spirit of classic P.A.S. into new sonic organisms. Behind the controls: Marcel Fengler, Psyk, Lucy, Slam, Octave One, Function and KSP.

Having already unleashed a considerable amount of collaborative magic with the "Planetary Funk: 22 Light Years" series of remix EPs, Luke Slater has now upped the ante with six full sides' worth of material, all of them injecting the spirit of classic P.A.S. into new sonic organisms. Using motifs from past P.A.S. successes, Luke Slater and his cohorts join here to make something radical and revitalizing: too cohesive for a "compilation album" and with too much autonomy granted to the guest remixers to be a simple "tribute," this new LP is the boldest statement in the series yet.

Three of the tracks in the program are intense and captivating live re-workings from Slater himself, hurtling from the speakers with an apparent minimum of post-production polish and an optimal level of buzzing energy. The first of these, his new "Surface Noise" treatment, sends listeners wading through a dark pool of restlessly throbbing sound with a single buzz-tone as a beacon, adding new percussive fuel to keep the journey going just when it seems all will fade into enveloping darkness. "Tap Dance" brings a brighter sound set to the mix, but without forsaking the trademark steamrolling bass and the contrasting effect of gravity-resistant ephemeral sound clouds. The last reworking, "Whistle Viper," caps off this 'set-within-a-set' in similar fashion.

While this on its own would make for a compelling listen, the album is also laden with contributions from an international assembly of electronic soul controllers (to wit: Marcel Fengler, Psyk, Lucy, Slam, Octave One, Function and KSP). Fengler kicks off the proceedings with an ecstatic and lustrous rework of "Twelve," a melodic sunrise joining a synth pad massage to a locked-in and systematic rhythm. Psyk's own interpretation of the same track preserves the same insistence but applies it to a completely different time and place, driving the listener through a wilderness of coded signals and an ambiguous repetition of the title that sounds like it could be as much a warning as an indicator of progress.

KSP's version of "Function 6" gradually builds a cyborg leitmotif from an overdriven martial beat and epileptic machine breakdowns - a fascinating audio case study of perfect discipline disintegrating into something rather unexpected. Sequencing this with Octave One's "Booster" rework is an ideal choice, as the squared-away EBM / electro-funk sequences and flanged hi-hats seem to refer to a different phase in the life cycle of the same machine. Function's "Diesel Drudge," on the other hand, moves from the machine world into a totally oneiric world typified by backwards-masked / time-traveling voices and a thick strobe-lit haze. Taking a cue from this atmosphere is Lucy's re-envisioning of "Surface Noise", in which he doubles down on the original's feel of liquefied darkness to create a piece of endlessly vibrating sonic mesmerism, a no-nonsense tantric exercise in shedding preconceptions and inhibitions.

Rounding out the collection is Steve Bicknell's "Raid" version - a breathing mosaic of rhythmic pulses and clattering objects - and Slam's characteristically intense modification of "Temporary Suspension," whose low-end sequences continually bubble and seethe yet never completely boil over

Fresh of the 'Balancing Point' LP, Skudge levitates into 2017 with tracks from a well-known place... Infectious groove and stabs reflects our most fond warehouse memories. The A-side track has that special Skudge vibe that managed to establish them as a force to reckon with. As proven with the LP from last year, things are sounding and looking as exciting as ever!

Fresh of the 'Balancing Point' LP, Skudge levitates into 2017 with tracks from a well-known place... Infectious groove and stabs reflects our most fond warehouse memories. For starters, 'Circles' reminds us of the first three releases, but in a updated shape - the beats are as tight as ever, with the accompanying melodies fitting right into their place. The A-side track has that special Skudge vibe that managed to establish them as a force to reckon with. As proven with the LP from last year, things are sounding and looking as exciting as ever!

In stark contrast to the straight to the floor A-side, 'Tundra' on the flip resembles the calmer and on the edge of careful sound that Skudge has been running in parallel of their club oriented material. Sure, this one works well in that environment too, but it's more minded approach might require some extra attention on the floor - however, this first EP of the new year facilitates what was promised with the LP: this is exciting times for Skudge.

Early 90's techno classic with infamous buzz saw riff originally produced by Sulfurex aka Nigel Richards .

The track has endured + influenced many since it's 1993 release. Now the in demand original version is remastered with brand new stompathons by Perc and Inigo Kennedy.

'Point Break' is a seminal track to both of these heavy hitters and they give full analog respect and new velocity in their respective remixes.

Tensal returns for a third release on Kynant Records, 'Industrialsociety'. He explores brokenbeat and atmospheric techno over four diverse tracks: the off-kilter rhythm of 'Intermixture', two straighter, driving cuts and the melodic, IDM-leaning 'Truebano'.

For Its Seventh Release, Obscura - The Thriving Label Of Italian Trio Agents Of Time - Returns To The Compilation Format To Welcome Exciting New Talents And Core Label Acts.

east Coast, The Agents Of Time Track Which Opens The Release, Is At Once Tough And Atmospheric, With Delicate Pads Suspended Above The Rugged, Syncopated Rhythm. London Modular Alliance Complete The A-side With An Organic Jam Of Bleeps, Bass And Crisp Percussion.
Next, Australian Jensen Interceptor Contributes A Fresh Cut Of Rapid-fire Electro Which Leads Neatly Into The Sci-fi Tones Of welcome To My World By Newcomer Golden Virgo.

Following A Full Ep On Obscura Earlier This Year, Hiver Is Back With The Elastic Bassline And Dreamy Arpeggios Of stasys. Orbe, A Remixer On Hivers Ep, Impresses With never Comes, A Similarly Restrained And Endlessly Detailed Journey Through The Depths.

The Final Side Is Split Between Laguna And Kris Wadsworth. The Former Tunnels Further Into The Hypnotic Side Of Obscuras Sound Whilst Wadsworths Crunchy, Detroit Techno Ends The Release On A High. With from Sound To Silence 2, Agents Of Time Have Compiled Eight, Stand-out Tracks To Explore The Full Range Of Their Dancefloor Sensibilities.

Mistress Recordings welcomes Anthony Rother, one of electronic music’s most prolific producers, who will release two records on DVS1’s sub-label later this month. For more than 25 years, the legendary producer from Offenbach, Germany aggregated a vast musical canon that reflects his unique career as a sound researcher exploring the aesthetics far beyond the boundaries of electro, techno and pop music.

While "Mistress 12" features completely new electro techno endeavors including "Technic Electric" from DVS1's Fabric 96 mix, the second 12-inch is a re-release of Rother’s Datapunk classic "Back Home" that comes with new vocal-centered interpretations, a never-ending acapella loop and two club edits by DVS1.




h B2 | Back Home (Original) [Datapunk 2003]

UNBREAKABLE

E-Missions welcomes back Rush Plus with three forward thinking techno cuts and a remix from Enemy Records boss Dustin Zahn.

Comprised of Jackson Ryland and Jus Nowhere, Rush Plus are known for helming their Rush Plus Records and Metro Xpress imprints when not appearing on Ambivalent’s Valence and P.Leone and Caiazzo’s E-Missions, with the latter releasing their critically acclaimed ‘The Sweat’. Their refreshing take on techno has resulted in continual support from all corners of the scene including top tier names like Ben UFO, DVS1, Daniel Avery, and many more.

Opening at full pelt, ‘Staring At The Sun’ pertains to the duo’s ability to master rhythm, fusing manic syncopated patterns with clashing keys and ringing bells until Dustin Zahn’s rework takes a lighter approach with cosmic synths and dusty brushes. ‘Waverunner' is next, blending acid lines with an ambient soundscape reminiscent to a retro video game, making way for the galloping ‘Sh,Boom’ with its hypnotic vocals, rumbling low end and sonic zaps to conclude matters.

the long awaited new terminal release !!! a great electro track, a phat acid monster !!!! play loud !!!

Strictly limited pressing on coloured vinyl.

Sweat Equity is thrilled to present its first entry into the world of wax with XP, a powerful drop from Philadelphia’s DJ Delish. Spanning six tracks, the record is a striking introduction to a singular talent.

DJ Delish lives at the epicenter of East Coast club culture, having cut her teeth on the ballroom circuit as both a DJ and performer. Over the past few years, she’s also unleashed a string of self-released EPs and albums on her SoundCloud, as well as a split single with Sweat Equity’s Macy Rodman. XP marks her first outing on vinyl, and she pulls no punches.

The record is a rich landscape, flawlessly weaving between ballroom, hip-hop, ballads and house. Her command of multiple musical forms speaks to her time both in the booth and on the dancefloor. The vital energy of each track is matched only by the wit and incisiveness of her lyrics, with songs about everything from shady promoters to sexual intrigue. Her wealth of experience and abundant narrative ingenuity bring personal stories and intricate histories to life.

Iron Blu with his next release on the label, Truth and Soul I (yes there will be II & III later) serves up four tracks of tough, dub-tinged techno inspired by and a logical progression from his postpunk roots.
Vinyl only, no repress, limited to 200 copies.....you know the score!

Shall I Call You Bobby The Second Release On The Swedish Label Jack Trax On Wax.
On This Release Produced By Tsr And Joseph Garber We Have Five Versions Of The Track 'shall I Call You Bobby' And One Bonus Track Made With Some Help From The Swedish Synth Duo Engine One 'jack Bobby Jack!'. We Are Also Happy To Announce Two Remixes Made By Some Great Friends And Producers.

First Out We Have Dj Ze Migl From Portugal Turning The Track Into A Jackin Chicago Monster. The Track Is Already Proven To Be A Massive Floor Mangler. The Second One Is A Wicked Little Skacid Groove Made By Another Swedish Duo 'the Sampletons'.

a A1 | Shall I Call You Bobby (original)

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New label for a Hardacid Techno roller, in a StayUpForever soundslike !
Banging tune !!! Must Have !

Right 1 year after their massive 'Take Some Time' the two Italian boys are back with 3 new belters on Monika Kruse's label Terminal M. For 'The Race' they even got help from their longtime friend Mousse T. with his sensual piano skills. So give it up for Paul C & Paolo Martini's new EP to conquer worldwide's housefloors.

Exactely one year after their first release on Terminal M the duo from Hambourg is back on Monika Kruse's imprint. With two own extraordinary clubbangers plus one egally outstanding remix from Italian wonderboy Hollen.

back in !!

Frenchman Darlyn Vlys returns with another EP on Monika Kruses label Terminal M, raving about 'Soho Nights' during a 'Weekend In Rome'. New York's shootingstar DJ Boris adds his trademark sounds on his remix, exactely why we love his releases on Sci+Tec and Tronic so much. Also UK duo WHYT NOYZ did their homewurk the way we love it and deliver a great new interpretation of 'Soho Nights'.

Latest release by Yozmaz featuring Hi-RYZE aka Dave Campbell, long-time UK techno producer.

This 4 tracker brings previously unheard tunes from the 1990s:
- Track a1 The Lowdown, a popping string and baseline stormer, resurrected and remixed in 2019.
- Track a2 Sunset After was recorded in 1993 and mixed down onto cassette as a rough demo. This recording has some special magic worth sharing. It has been given a modern mastering treatment in 2019.
- Track b1 Pavepaws was retrieved from the vault, recorded and mixed in 1995.
- Track b2 Chicken Fat is a crazy stomper made in 1993!

All tracks written, produced and mixed by Dave Campbell.