One of Berghain’s longest-serving residents, Luke Slater has been defining bleepy, polyrhythmic, industrial-strength techno as Planetary Assault Systems since the mid-nineties.His new album, ‘Planetary People’ has the deliberate imagination and depth of a record that took its time, shaped as much by live rooms and crowds as by the studio.
Mysterious Detroit producer Bright Raven is back with another fine classic sounding Detroit techno release. Corktown EP features 4 tracks of deep, bleepy and warm sounding 313 techno.
Originally released in 1999 on the Duet imprint, Robert Hood’s ”Sophisticcato” stands as a concise but potent example of his late-’90s minimal techno philosophy. Built around four tracks, including the title cut, ”The First Night” andtwo versions of ”Cobra Seed”, the record features his signature approach with stripped-back drum patterns and hypnotic loops that prioritise rhythm over unnecessary embellishment.
For two decades, Tamikrest’s music has illuminated the sound, culture and conscience of the Kel Tamasheq (Touareg) people of the Sahara. Tamikrest means ‘connection’ or ‘union’ in Tamasheq, and the band have become one of the Kel Tamasheq’s most vital voices, raising awareness of their plight while channelling experiences of exile, loss and resistance. Their sixth studio album, Assikel, which means ‘voyage’ or ‘journey’, shows just how far the band have come. Formed in 2006 by Ousmane Ag Mossa and Cheikh Ag Tiglia, both originally from Tinzawaten near the Mali-Algerian border, Tamikrest emerged under the influence of Tinariwen, those legendary pioneers of Ishumar guitar music. A serendipitous encounter with Glitterbeat’s co-founder Chris Eckman and his group Dirtmusic at the 2008 Festival in the Desert in Mali marked the beginning of a long-standing partnership with the label – one that has since helped bring the band to international attention. They are now an established four-piece with guitarist Paul Salvagnac, who joined in 2012, and percussionist Cédric ‘Momo’ Maurel, who joined a year later.
Kaiso Power: Sound Revolution in Trinidad 1970-1980 is a collection of rare jazz, calypso and percussive gems from Trinidad and Tobago from the revolutionary generation of the 1970s, bringing radical new political vision and reclaiming ancient spiritual consciousness through music. At the dawn of the 70s a shift was taking place all around the world. The streets of Port of Spain thronged with Black Power marches, trade union demonstrations and Carnival protest bands – one epicentre in a growing global exchange of ideologies and strategies among Pan Africanist circles in Jamaica, Guyana, London, New York, Montreal, Lagos, Accra and beyond. And when the meetings were over, the revolution moved to the cramped secret dance halls, the Carnival fetes, the steelband yards. The music always had a sharp edge. Searing commentary has always been part of the various types of music in Trinidad, and in the absence of lyrics, the defiant use of the drum maintains the resistance, as well as the re-framing of the playing of European instruments to the needs of the message. These recordings are as raw as an all night Carnival jam, the horns loud, the percussion ringing out, the bass dripping with joy and rebellion. Under the modern influences is a solid rhythm, an unbroken connection to Africa, the songs and keys and cadences brought across the middle passage. These songs are a peep into the untapped treasures of a revolutionary generation, looking at the world with fresh eyes and believing that music was a central part of the mission to build consciousness and regain confidence.
Italian producer Giovanni Damico (aka G-Machine / Ron Juan) delivered four timeless boogie cuts that perfectly bridge vintage Italo, cosmic disco and modern club energy. Originally released in the height of the underground disco revival, The Sounds Of Revolution EP has since become a sought-after modern classic. Carefully reissued for a new generation of selectors, this release is equal parts heritage and dancefloor weapon — essential for fans of Italo, nu-disco, boogie and anyone building a serious disco collection.
To honor one of the most legendary figures in dance music history, here is the official Ron Hardy tee – a tribute to the fearless pioneer of Chicago’s underground sound, the wild spirit of the Music Box. Known for his raw edits, relentless energy, and boundary-pushing sets, he reshaped club culture and inspired generations of DJs and dancers. This release includes thee monstruous tracks straight from the basement.
A Chicago legend who paved way in the underground with his Mr. Peabody record shop, the one and only, Mr. Mark Grusane steps up to L.I.E.S. with “Angry Birds”. On this six tracker Grusane locks in and demonstrates an important facet of the Chicago sound that is often overlooked with a nod to the infamous “Reactor” sound pioneered by DJ RUSH. A rare style mostly shunned by jocks (and producers) on the modern floor, this record is full of straight up circle pit machine programmed madness, chaos of the highest order…This is for the ones who know, the ones who have been obsessed, and the ones who need to know…this record sets it all off. Full on referee whistle chippin, neck snappers for those who dare to step into the real jackin zone. Hi octane, full swerve, blowing through red lights all nite long.
Studiomaster Digipack Vol. 2 sees Marco Passarani back with another serving of unique club sounds straight from Rome. Following the vibe of the first volume, this new edition delivers his unmistakable blend of house pressure and pure techno. No nostalgia trip here, just functional futurism with character. Whether you know these tunes from online drops or the first 12”, Vol. 2 delivers real deal dancefloor tools ready for heavy rotation. No fillers, just groove for dancers who still believe the floor is a testing ground for what comes next.
Weapons Of Desire label is back with its first vinyl release in three years. WOD032 sees label misfits Auto Sound City and Iron Blu collaborate once again with a four tracker kick ass release that turns music upside down.
UK producer Tom Carruthers delivers another masterclass for Skylax, diving deeper into the DNA of house music with ‘Deepline’, a 5-track journey that connects the raw futurism of the late ’80s to the deep innovations of the early ’90s. Known for his MPC-driven grooves, Carruthers has become a true guardian of machine funk — always stripped down, always pure.
Friese Ruiters (also know as Redray), brings us 2 new volumes of heavy jams from the trenches.
Friese Ruiters (also know as Redray), brings us 2 new volumes of heavy jams from the trenches.
An uncontrolled awakening of the inner intelligent groove… This is the third gargantuan installment for this unassailable vanguard. Four tracks of the undiluted, high-tech energy you would expect from these storied creators.
Heavy grooving modern techno tracks with some dubby influences by Mike Dehnert on his own Fachwerk label.
DocuNights is a series of documentary screenings organized in Sibiu by The Hipodrome of Music, celebrating the vast history of electronic music. We bring you captivating films that explore the genre’s origins more than 50 years ago, evolution, and cultural influence, featuring legendary artists, groundbreaking innovations, and pivotal moments that have shaped the electronic sound.
An essential event for music enthusiasts and curious minds alike to discover the powerful story of electronic music.
Screening: I Was There When House Took Over The World (2017)
Another massive offering from the one and only Mick Harris, continuing on in his Culvert Dubs Sessions experimentations with a new 2xLP. Once again Mick delves deep into the shadow realm of slow beat, psychedelic heavily textured, grinding dub techno. Eight tracks of absolute industrialized, delay swept, full pressure, sound system shaking murk ridden, dark water dubs. Top form work when Mick lets loose in this wild style, just the right balance of beauty, restraint and brutality. Total heavy weight music.
Anchorat is an 8 track album built from the first eight pieces of two separate releases published on Achordat. The project explores the idea of being “anchored” in a sea composed entirely of Achordat soundsfluid, shifting, and alive.
The same sonic relics used to generate the original tracks have been reworked, recontextualized, and set into motion once again. Rather than remaining fixed, these elements evolve, reflecting the organic nature of Achordat’s sound palette where tones are never static, but continuously transforming. This album is not just a reconstruction, but a re anchoring: a return to familiar material that reveals new forms through change, repetition, and time.
After debuting on Delsin in 2023 as Reeko, Spanish techno icon Juan Rico now steps up as Architectural to present his second EP on the Amsterdam based label. Where Reeko is known for his adventurous, highly energized, broken techno bangers, his approach as Architectural is more fine-drawn. Over the course of four tracks, his tracks build slowly into immersive pulsations, pushing deep frequencies into captivating rhythm grooves layered with mesmerizing atmospheres.
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