Shxcxchcxsh – Strgths [AVNLP001]

July 25, 2013May 16, 2019 hipodromealbum, avian music, hannes stenstrom, industrial, SHXCXCHCXSH, technoLeave a comment

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The enigmatic SHXCXCHCXSH introduced their unique understanding of industrial-leaning techno to Avian with last year’s 12-inch Rjrjrffrjrj. Now Avian announce the Swedish duo’s first full-length album. STRGTHS features 7 scuffed, throbbing industrial tracks. Initiated by the drones of SLVRBBL, the openers’ atmospherics soon give way to the more direct, beat-driven LTTLWLF. RSRRCTN brings dubbier elements into play before leading into LVNGWTR’s searing melody and acidic dynamics. PCTSTSS accelerates up to the record’s zenith, before descending back into the darkness for the cold steel rhythms of WHTLGHT. Closer LLDTMPS evolves over the course of its near-12 minute running time to move from unsettling, disorienting tension to a warmer, contemplative climax.

Staffan Linzatti – The Biggest Mistake [SIGHTS004]

July 25, 2013August 5, 2020 hipodromeminimal techno, searchlights records, staffan linzatti, technoLeave a comment

LINZATTI, Staffan - The Biggest Mistake

At the edge of failure a door to greater understanding and discovery is sometimes opened. Some of mankind ?s greatest discoveries and experiences took place by sheer coincidence or even by mistake. From the Big Bang, to Penicillin, or the “invisible light” we call x-rays, chance and human error has played a big part of our history and evolution as a species – can we really afford to be perfect when we owe our mistakes and weaknesses so much?

Staffan Linzatti – View From The Collapsing Centre [BALANS011]

July 25, 2013August 5, 2020 hipodromebalans records, minimal techno, staffan linzatti, technoLeave a comment

LINZATTI, Staffan - View From The Collapsing Centre

Swedish futurist Staffan Linzatti has joined ranks with BALANS and he delivers 4 transmissions of alienating techno. Bleeps, haunting strings and off course 909 drummachines going mental. His work has always sounded unpredictable, brooding, dark and seem to follow musical rules from another realm. It’s as if these 4 tracks are delivered to us from a wormhole from the other side of the galaxy.

Hiss : 1292 – Aetherius Society EP [DM3D006]

July 25, 2013July 23, 2013 hipodromedement3d records, his 1292, technoLeave a comment

Cover art - Hiss 1292: Aetherius Society EP

It was all unplanned : the duo even got its name after this first record got its mastering. Hiss : 1292’s Aetherius Society EP is a powerful and passionate statement. The creative frenzy of two talented producers – one from Switzerland ’12”, the other one from the Parisian suburbs ’92? – stuck together in a studio in Geneva, just a couple meters away from the roaring noise of a construction site. They’ve been putting computers out of the picture, jamming on their machines, synths and effects, and thus creating both forward-thinking and retrofuturistic pieces of techno, with that special “instant classic” feel.

Nina Kraviz – Best Friend (DVS1 Remixes) [REKIDS073]

July 25, 2013June 24, 2021 hipodromedvs1, naughty wood, nina kraviz, rekids, technoLeave a comment

KRAVIZ, Nina - Best Friend

Next up in the line of Nina Kraviz tracks to get a facelift is the sparse and eerie ‘Best Friend’. Enlisting the vocal services of his fellow Minneapolis-dwelling musician Naughty Wood, DVS1 has produced two excellent remixes.

Jared Wilson – ProperCast 007

July 24, 2013July 23, 2013 hipodromeacid, house, jared wilson, podcast, proper musik, propercast, technoLeave a comment

VA – Our Beat Is Still New [WPHNEWBEAT001]

July 24, 2013September 5, 2024 hipodromeazab & crybaby j, dj ironfist, jd twitch, juju & jordash, metrobox, new beat, prins albert, tc & the maxx paxx, we play house recordingsLeave a comment

Its been a long time cooking and coming… WPH brings you a tribute to the biggest Belgian electronic music heritage, new beat! But this is no ordinary compilation that is just more recycling of things past. Just like in our regular releases WPH brings it fresh with respect to the past. And so it goes that Red D decided to ask a bunch of his favourite producers of new and old to make a new track inspired by Belgian new beat from the 80ies.

Operator Tracey / Perseus Traxx ‎– Nothing To Do With Us / Across The North Sea [F-Flash004]

July 24, 2013February 8, 2016 hipodromeacid house, chicago, future flash recordings, nigel rogers, operator tracey, perseus traxx2 Comments

Unlike most other labels, Future Flash is identified by a medieval style wax seal bearing the label’s logo, meaning the records can only be played on one side. As such they are highly sought after collectors items and vanish from the market place very quickly. All vinyl comes stamped with the wax seal, and an ink stamp detailing the Artists and tracks, all contained within a paper sleeve and a disco bag. The fourth release includes two tracks by mysterious Operator Tracey and label man Perseus Traxx.

Breaker 1 2 – Breakin [FP002]

July 24, 2013June 26, 2019 hipodromebreaker 1 2, forbidden planet, greg beato, house, technoLeave a comment

Forbidden Planet launched in fine fashion last month, securing some original material from Nation and Creme artist D’Marc Cantu that was complemented well by an accompanying remix from DVS-1. The Montreal label demonstrate they are equally capable of uncovering unheralded talent with this second release from the rather search engine unfriendly Breaker 1 2. Allegedly hailing from Florida, Breaker 1 2 seems inspired to use the same lo fi house template of his fellow North American contemporaries but take it to a much weirder place. Lead track “2” is the straightest production here, despite the unpredictable hi hats that skitter throughout and it doesn’t quite prepare for where Breaker 1 2 goes on the flip. The synth tone that roars into action on “DMT” is an unexpected delight whilst “Estonia” mutates swiftly from hazy insouciance into full on dark room techno.

Polysick – Under Construction [SILK049]

July 24, 2013November 4, 2024 hipodrome100% silk, egisto sopor, house, polysickLeave a comment

Polysick with some US-inspired classic house on 100% Silk. “Whatever” kicks things off with a cool, optimistic chord sequence. The jacking, varied percussion provides perfect balance to the dreamy synth work. “Shattered” begins with a riff channeling the unstudied soulfulness, eventually introducing a wobbly lead reminiscent of Lone. “3 Cents” combines the producer’s obvious melodic chops with a loose, boogie-inspired bassline.

Helena Hauff – Reaktion

July 23, 2013July 22, 2013 hipodromeacid, helena hauff, technoLeave a comment

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.

Clover Ground – Zabazza Cabasa [ELVAT001]

July 23, 2013July 22, 2013 hipodromeacid, clover ground, house, take the elevator, technoLeave a comment

Promising new label delivering hot hydraulic post-jack beating madness for both body and soul. Many do ‘house’ today… few are fresh…

Patrik Sjeren – Forbidden [VR002]

July 23, 2013January 22, 2016 hipodromeacid, patrik sjeren, techno, virgo risingLeave a comment

Swedish acid techno legend Patrik Sjern with his second release for Virgo Rising label.

Daniel Andréasson – Insular EP [ADHD005]

July 23, 2013July 22, 2013 hipodromeacid, andy mcneill, autodidakt records, daniel andreasson, technoLeave a comment

Autodidakt Records with a new release coming from Daniel Andréasson with some industrial / EBM techno madness.

RA.373 Helena Hauff

July 22, 2013September 21, 2023 hipodromeacid, electro, helena hauff, interview, minimal synth, podcast, resident advisor, technoLeave a comment

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Gerhard Heinz – Gerhard Heinz [369.012]

July 22, 2013November 12, 2021 hipodromealbum, disco, gerhard heinz, minimal synth, private records, synth popLeave a comment

HEINZ, Gerhard - Gerhard Heinz

An album completely filled with unreleased music productions by Gerhard Heinz. Cosmic Disco, Minimal Synth, Electro,,, music from old porn and horror movies from the mid 70’s to early 80’s. What’s actually unbelievable is that while checking Gerhard Heinz’s audio archive a 12” Maxi Version of Hydrogen – Cheaters Theme which runs about 5 min. showed up. This is certainly one of the most wanted cosmic library tracks ever and will be also featured. The first 50 vinyl copies will include a CD safety copy with 6 more unreleased tracks (for example the disco tracks which is played at the pool party of ”Bloody Moon” aka ”Die Sge des Todes” by Jess Franko as 12” Maxi Single version which runs for more than 6 min).

The Cult Of Dom Keller – The Cult Of Dom Keller [MNQ037]

July 22, 2013July 17, 2019 hipodromealbum, mannequin records, new wave, psychedelic noise, the cult of dom kellerLeave a comment

Mannequin label is releasing the long awaited debut LP by Nottingham’s finest purveyors of psychedelic noise, The Cult Of Dom Keller. Partially compiled from re-mastered and reworked versions of tracks previously included in the band’s self-released series of EPs, this new incarnation of The Cult Of Dom Keller’s sounds also features three unreleased recordings. This is the absolute first time that these recordings become available on vinyl, a format that perfectly complements the band’s meticulously textured and carnal sound. A collection of fuzzily enrapturing and lysergically tinged compositions with an electronically infused backbone, the band’s debut might appear as a slight deviation from Mannequin’s traditional aesthetics. We have no doubt though that our connoisseur audience will appreciate the novelty and will instantly fall for these stupefying songs.

Crystal Soda Cream – Escape From Vienna [TWR009]

July 22, 2013January 28, 2016 hipodromealbum, crystal soda cream, new wave, philipp forthuber, post punk, sebastian ploier, theresa adamski, totally wired recordsLeave a comment

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“After a self-titled debut EP in March (through which the band demonstrated potential yet), Crystal Soda Cream has released their first full-length album which is called “Escape from Vienna”. Consisting of Theresa Adamski (drums, synths), Philipp Forthuber (guitar, vocals) and Sebastian Ploier (bass), the Austrian trio proposes an intense journey across the shady corners of mind. Philipp’s voice, dissonant and dynamic, going insanely from breathy to harsh tones, guides this exploration of claustrophobic and melodramatic soundscapes. Rooted in Post-Punk and tinged with early New Wave sounds, their music is elegantly decadent, with the forseeable dose of uprooting and introspection, but also enough compelling and varied.”

Morphosis – Dismantle [HJP072]

July 22, 2013November 10, 2017 hipodromeelectronics, honest jon's records, industrial, morphosis, rabih beainiLeave a comment

Dismantle represents Rabih Beaini’s first substantial release as Morphosis since last year’s Tepco Report 12″, and comes in the form of a five track double 12″ release. The first comprises two Morphosis productions obviously aimed at more adventurous DJs, with the title track (in collaboration with Donato Dozzy) comprising subtly rattling percussion and organic tones unfolding over a steady rhythmic pulse, while “Tamrat Version” comes across as more full bodied, with thicker organ textures tied up with pulsing synths. The second 12″ meanwhile is something entirely different, comprising a live score to Carl Theodor Dreyer’s Vampyr recorded in Romania; free of rhythm and utilising some outlandish modular sequencing, it’s the producer at his most immersive.