VA – Sonic Transmutations [C#+31BOX]

December 18, 2023December 18, 2023 hipodromeacid, acid freq, alberta balsam, alden tyrell, aleksi perala, alex ranzino, anthony rother, chris callahan, clone records, compilation, detroit in effect, dexter, dim garden, dj sotofett, dopplereffekt, e.r.p., electro, frequency, head front panel, john heckle, kreggo, legowelt, lenson, mr. ho, ngoni egan, ocb, privacy, prz, ryan james ford, sansibar, steffi, techno, the exalticsLeave a comment

Sonic Transmutations is an extended compilation album celebrating over three decades of Clone Records. Marking the 31 years – which is coincidentally the national Dutch telephone code – the 8×12 inch box set draws together veteran talent and emerging iconoclasts, transmitting a frequency rooted the imprint’s signature blend of essential dance music while journeying off into territories unknown. In a constant state of unfolding, morphing across phases of matter, Sonic Transmutations purveys an elemental energy that stands in testament to Clone’s enduring legacy and explorations of sounds and structures.

De Sluwe Vos – Trans Magnetic Stimulation [SUSAN008]

July 9, 2019July 8, 2019 hipodromeacid house, de sluwe vos, dexter, electro, robert vosmeijer, who's susanLeave a comment

The sensory reaction to persuasive brain-wave activity suddenly makes Susan wonder: was that Dexter, or merely a sly fox? The glimpsing shadow disappears. I’m lost at a club but that feeling is good. I find patterns in repetitive rhythms. We are together, finally. De Sluwe Vos takes Susan on a very special binary journey full of Trans Magnetic Stimulations and more.. you feel me?

VA – Dollydeluxe2 [DOLLYDELUXE002]

July 2, 2017September 29, 2022 hipodrome214, ambient techno, answer code request, dexter, dolly, dolly deluxe, electro, fabric, steffi, voiskiLeave a comment

Number 2 of this 4 piece exclusive 12-inch series! All tracks are specially produced for Steffi’s Fabric 94 mix CD!

Steffi & Dexter – Zatlap [KLAKSON025]

January 13, 2017February 14, 2023 hipodromeacid, dexter, electro, klakson recordings, steffi, technoLeave a comment

The original Klakson funkateers Steffi and Dexter return to true form with three punchy techno/electro cuts. “Zatlap” on the A Side is a lush nighttime driving track with an urgent bassline powering all through the song while spaced out strings develop. The B-side’s “Kopstoot” is a pure funk workout in the Detroit tradition while “De Fles” builds a stack of airy pads on top of a playful question and answer bass riff to maximum effectiveness.

Dexter – XLR8R Podcast 429

March 23, 2016March 22, 2016 hipodromedexter, electro, interview, podcast, xlr8rLeave a comment

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Simon Weiss – Tele-Vision [VD023]

January 16, 2016January 18, 2018 hipodromedexter, house, rush hour, simon weiss, voyage directLeave a comment

Tom Trago’s Voyage Direct label returns to action with a brand new 12” from Amsterdam scene stalwart Simon Weiss. The gloriously positive ‘Tele-Vision’, and it’s cyber-house fusion of darting synthesizer arpeggios, Detroit-influenced percussion, and thrusting acid bass – that heads up Weiss’ first EP for Voyage Direct. Dutch veteran and longtime friend of the family Dexter turns in a stunning remix, putting a well-placed boot up the backside of Tele-Vision.

Steffi & Dexter Interview

November 16, 2015September 1, 2020 hipodromedexter, interview, steffi, xlr8rLeave a comment

Dexter – Troubles [KLAKSON023]

November 7, 2015November 15, 2017 hipodromedexter, electro, klakson recordingsLeave a comment

Steffi and Dexter announce the re-lauch of Klakson, the legendary electro/techno label. Klakson was one of the major west coast labels during the second wave of Dutch electro/techno heydays at the beginning of the century, releasing several classics such as Dexter’s ‘I Don’t Care’ or Fastgraph’s ‘Systematic’. Now the time is right and a return in style it is… Without mercy Dexter drops four of his trademark razor-sharp sci-fi electro p-funk bombs that will make dancefloors explode worldwide.

Steffi – Power Of Anonymity [OSTGUTLP018]

November 24, 2014July 15, 2021 hipodromealbum, detroit techno, dexter, ostgut ton, steffi, virginiaLeave a comment

STEFFI - Power Of Anonymity

Berlin-based Dutch DJ and producer Steffi returns with her second album Power Of Anonymity on Ostgut Ton, featuring laid-back, melodic cuts like ”Pip”, ”Fine Friend” and the break-heavy title track next to more straightforward, hypnotic dance floor pieces such as ”Selfhood”, ”Bag Of Crystals”, ”JBW25” and ”Bang For Your Buck”. Besides her solo instrumental productions, Steffi’s collaboration with longtime friends Dexter and Virginia on the uplifting, percussion- driven vocal track ”Treasure Seeking” is the icing on the cake. Just like ”Power Of Anonymity” as a single piece of music, the album itself lives on an industrial-resonating structure of 808s, crisp synth stabs, pulsing staccati and dark, percussive drumbeats. With her second album Steffi recalls classic, landmark Detroit Electro, while creating her very own modern, retro-futuristic sound.

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Steffi & Dexter – Warme Hap [DOLLYDUBS004]

June 12, 2014September 29, 2022 hipodromedetroit, dexter, dolly, dolly dubs, electro, house, steffi, technoLeave a comment

Labelboss Steffi hooking up with long-time buddy and musical boy wonder Dexter again. Over 15 years ago they started the Klakson label and the rest is history. Sounding more fresh than ever Steffi & Dexter deliver 3 razor sharp dancefloor bombs that will unite dancefloors worldwide. All the elements are there: aquatic electro arpeggio’s, jacking 808 beats, bouncing analogue strings and basslines, all topped off with that euphoric Detroit techno feel.

Innershades – Gravure EP [WB013]

December 17, 2013July 8, 2019 hipodromeacid, dexter, house, innershades, techno, thomas blanckaert, wicked bassLeave a comment

Rising Belgian producer Innershades returns to Ukrainian label Wicked Bass for a second 12″ of the year. Given the fact That Girl, his debut EP for Wicked Bass was so popular it’s no surprise to see Innershades back and he’s laid down some serious productions. Lead track “Granuere” is banging through acid heavy techno in suitably grotty fashion, which contrasts nicely with the more electro-indebted ruffstep of “A Night To Forget”. Here Innershade’s quickly established rep for mnulti-layered synths shines, as it does on the chunky, whistle laden “Never-ending Summer” This latter track is giving a bustling house makeover from that man Dexter which sounds equally contemporary and redolent of a 90s R&S B Side.

VA – Various II [030LP003]

July 23, 2013April 4, 2023 hipodrome030303 records, 101 force, acid, automatic tasty, compilation, cosmic force, dexter, drvg cvltvre, elec pt.1, house, jared wilson, jonny 3 snares, kid machine, roy of the ravers, technoLeave a comment

The second comp on Holland’s 030303 shows the beauty, depth and variety of the Roland TB-303 more than ever in the history of the label. Moving away from IDM and braindance this time, all that’s presented to you is gorgeous dancefloor mayhem with great personality. Contributions by Elec Pt.1, Jonny 3 Snares, Automatic Tasty, Cosmic Force and Dexter all have a classic yet leftfield feel to it. About half of the 10 tracks diverge a little from this excellent recipe. Roy of the Ravers’ track ‘Acid Hors d’Oevre’ stands out for it melodic raving ecstacy; the track may well be the main hit of the Bangface-style rave community this year. Further down the line, Kid Machine’s ‘Mirage’ brings impressive synth-wave-disco madness on a distinctive 80s tip – this one is for fans of Legowelt. Then Jared Wilson’s cut – amazingly – brings us back to the time we first heard Choice’s ‘Acid Eiffel’: classic stuff that will never bore the ones who feel it. Another BIG one is for Drvg Cvltvre who delivers some down-to-midtempo sickness, distantly reminiscing of 33 1/3’s ‘Searchin”, but then on acid.

VA – 1 [DOLLY014]

April 19, 2013September 29, 2022 hipodromedexter, dolly, house, john barera, techno, third side, will martinLeave a comment

Outstanding EP on Dolly again, who keeps on delivering at the highest level. Four equally strong tracks (of which three will be featured on Steffi’s upcoming Panoramabar mix cd) by Dexter, Third Side, John Barera & Will Martin, and label lady Steffi herself. Crossing the thin line of contemporary house & techno with slight hints of acid and proper US deep house, but basically all just can described as strong & plain groove, for maximum dancefloor delight.

Randee Jean – You Got It [ROYAL014]

February 20, 2013April 19, 2023 hipodromeandrew meecham, arttu, awanto 3, clone records, clone royal oak, dean meredith, dexter, house, randee jeanLeave a comment

Clone Royal Oak and Chicken Lips present Randee Jean. A new project by Dean Meredith and Andrew Meecham (Chicken Lips, Bizarre Inc) delivering some classic jazzy rhodes driven UK house vibes! Classy production and some fine recorded instruments and vocals on the original mix. Dexter & Awanto3 teamed up for the occasion and deliver two fresh and sharp remixes. Arttu,the Finnish boy wonder played around with the recordings too and came up with a heavy 4/4 thump with layers of samples that let the funk out.

Dexter – Great Northern Diver [CBS009]

May 11, 2011April 19, 2023 hipodromeclone basement series, clone records, detroit, dexter, electro, techno3 Comments

New release on Clone Basement Series by Dexter. Merging his trademark sharp electro and funk inspired sound with chopped up vocal snippets with a more techno-ish feel and some phat low-end.

Dexter – Space Booty / Fat Skinny People [CCROWN005]

March 31, 2011April 19, 2023 hipodromeclone crown, clone records, dexter, electro1 Comment

Dexter is back with some sharp electro tracks on Clone Crown.

Dexter interview

September 2, 2010 hipodromedexter, interviewLeave a comment

Jacob Korn – Sundaysun/Sand [DOLLY03]

August 26, 2010October 20, 2023 hipodromedexter, dolly, house, jacob korn, john dalyLeave a comment

Jacob Korn prooves his good taste and fine production skills with this new release on Dolly! Warm bassline driven tracks with loads of energym, Sundaysun and Sand are big warm house tunes. Remixes from Dexter and John Daly.

Dexter – Junofest [RHVD01]

July 8, 2010July 8, 2019 hipodromedexter, house, rush hour, tom tragoLeave a comment

Rush Hour presents a new series of releases entitled ‘Voyage Direct’. This series is about all about feel good club music and is curated by Tom Trago. Hence the name Voyage Direct, which was also the title of his debut double EP. Dexter kicks off this series in a classy style with his Junofest EP.

Dexter – Redbox / 1992 [DOLLY02]

February 26, 2010October 20, 2023 hipodromedexter, dolly, house, technoLeave a comment

Dexter drops Dolly 2 with some mad old schoolish Detroit influence called 1992… this is what we would have loved to hear from Reese! With the trade mark sharp beats of Dexter injected with phat funking KMS techno (including Reese bassline). Redbox is the same recipe. Dancefloor orientated old school house and techno influences with powerful production skills.