S. English – S. English [LIES101]

October 9, 2017October 9, 2017 hipodromeexperimental, industrial, l.i.e.s., long island electrical systems, shane english, technoLeave a comment

Prolific and understated musician Shane English delivers a follow up 12 inch for L.I.E.S. after his powerful ”General Dimensions” LP from 2016. Once again the Austin based artist taps into the outer edges of the electronic world falling in a grey area somewhere between Muslimgauze, creeped tribal electronics or the tense beat experiments on Seico Corp Recordings. his is downed tree split open wire music, live to the touch.. free form open ended recorded music from one of the most interesting and best kept secrets in American electronics these days. Unending tension with every turn, this is not a record to miss.

Foreign – Redemption [EFAE004]

October 9, 2017January 6, 2020 hipodromeelectro, eye for an eye recordings, foreign, industrial, joao caldeira, technoLeave a comment

Intense drum arrangements, distorted bass lines and warm synth melodies mark the aesthetic of Foreign’s debut EP on Eye For An Eye Recordings. ‘Redemption’ reveals a punk approach regarding his ways of crafting music. From the non-conformist ‘Ignorance Amongst Us’, to the hopeful ‘Hope’ theme, ‘Redemption’ is a non-spoken manifest to a society on the verge of collapse.

WLDV – Retribution [GD026]

October 8, 2017February 6, 2018 hipodromeelectro, giallo disco records, gionata ecclesia, italo-disco, we love dolce vita, wldvLeave a comment

WLDV returns to Giallo Disco with their unique brand of Zombified Splat-alo. Four brand new tracks from the Basque DJ and producer taking in certified doom and club bangers alike. The decayed remnants of old churches, of countless unofficial Dawn Of The Dead sequels. Gore, disco pow(d)er, summer dresses soaked in blood. Stop screaming, grab the fire axe baby.

Byron – Too Much [BST-X023]

October 8, 2017January 25, 2024 hipodromebest record, byron, disco, italo-disco, re-release, reissueLeave a comment

Official remastered limited edition of this down-tempo disco heaven from one-hit wonders Byron. Originally released in 1985 on the Italian label Golden Sound, ‘Too Much’ is a must for any discerning Balearic record bag. A side contains the original vocal version and on the B side there is the original instrumental plus the warmest Remix version previously available only on the rarest Byron Album from 1985.

Kasso – Kasso [BST-X022]

October 8, 2017October 6, 2017 hipodromebest, best record, claudio simonetti, disco, italo-disco, jellybean, john benitez, kassoLeave a comment

This new release from Best Record Italy contains for the first time the 3 tracks edited and mixed by John Jellybean Benitez between 1981 and 1982 of the Italo Disco songs by Kasso (the pseudonym used by Claudio Simonetti) who became a classic in the underground house music scene of N.Y. and Chicago.

VA – Klockworks 20 [KLOCKWORKS020]

October 7, 2017October 6, 2017 hipodromeadam craft, ben klock, compilation, dax j, dvs1, etapp kyle, heiko laux, jon hester, klockworks, ritzi lee, rod, sterac, techno, trevino, vincentLeave a comment

Perfectionist comprehensive Techno compilation coming from the Ben Klock collective. Dance music of the highest calibre, from a collection of artists who have truly crafted a neat and elegant vision of techno music. There’s a mixture of old and new faces all coming together to showcase the sound they’ve been so close to over the years: Etapp Kyle, Jon Hester, Sterac, DVS1, Trevino, Heiko Laux, Ritzi Lee, Adam Craft and others.

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Deniro – Mendoza [TRP016]

October 7, 2017May 17, 2022 hipodromealbum, deniro, reynier hooft van huysduynen, techno, trip recordingsLeave a comment

Rising Dutch talent Deniro (aka Reynier Hooft van Huijsduijnen) returns to with a double EP of original works. ‘Mendoza’ is an 8-track quest into the spheres of polarity and tension. Anxious distortions jitter in controlled spaces, angular melodies disfigure warm tones and frenetic cross rhythms flutter through minimalist forms. Contrasting messages are weaved together with precision to facilitate a dialogue where dancefloor function and cerebral stimulation interact. Deniro navigates his way round vintage gear with a meticulous accuracy, held together by an intuitive ear for timbre, an ingrained passion for Detroit soul, and a firm understanding of sonic balance.

Neel – Calcata [TOKEN076]

October 7, 2017January 7, 2020 hipodromegiuseppe tillieci, minimal techno, neel, techno, tokenLeave a comment

Mastering engineer and Italian techno sculptor Neel steps away from the Spazio Disponibile label he runs with Donato Dozzy for a first EP on the Belgian label Token. The four track EP ‘Calcata’ is filled with ambient infused techno tracks which are deeply rhythmic, atmospheric and suck you right in.

Marla Singer – Centric Rotations EP [PRRUKBLK023]

October 7, 2017October 6, 2017 hipodromemarla singer, minimal techno, planet rhythm black, planet rhythm records, technoLeave a comment

Marla Singer debuts on Planet Rhythm Black Series with a hypnotic, yet powerful, four tracker.

Jeroen Search – Continuum EP [ODDEVEN012]

October 6, 2017October 5, 2017 hipodromedetroit techno, jeroen search, minimal techno, odd evenLeave a comment

Andre Kronert’s Odd Even welcome one of the most authentic techno producers and veteran. Known for his genre defining inimitable sound, and energetic performances, Jeroen Search is today where hes always been, at the very edge of contemporary techno.

Van Abbe / Pantone 32 – No Comment 9001 [NOCOMMENT9001]

October 6, 2017October 5, 2017 hipodromealbert van abbe, detroit techno, electro, no comment, pantone 32, the exaltics, van abbeLeave a comment

Van Abbe’s fresh No Comment release presenting 2 originals, a remix by The Exaltics and a debut track by Pantone 32.

Echoplex – The Solar Experience [SOLAR001]

October 6, 2017March 3, 2019 hipodromea made up sound, detroit techno, echoplex, minimal techno, peter sliwinski, solar phenomenaLeave a comment

Solar Phenomena is a brand new label on an exciting astral crusade. The take-off pilot for our virgin mission is none other than decorated Polish producer Echoplex with an excellent remix by A Made Up Sound.

Trap10 – Three EP [ARTLESS2182]

October 6, 2017January 10, 2018 hipodromea.r.t.less, detroit techno, janis & fabian, mojuba records, trap10Leave a comment

Mojuba sub label a.r.t.less presents the second 12 by Munich Techno Duo Trap10. Three cuts of high quality Detroit influenced no nonsens Techno, ranging from heavy peak time action to subtle emotion ladden deepnes. Classy, driving, mid 1990s Detroit school reminiscent Techno.

Ephemeral – Sunshine After The Rain [BBC003]

October 5, 2017October 4, 2017 hipodromeberlin bass collective, deep house, ephemeral, kezLeave a comment

Ephemeral’s second release, showcases his uniquely moody and emotional sound. Each track on ‘Sunshine Comes After Rain’ is undeniably deep and dubby while also incorporating jazzy elements. At times, Ephemeral creates a truly raw and gritty sound though his heavy use of filters but the vibe of the tracks is never brought down and stays fluid and groovy. Kez YM provided a classic house groove with a beautiful piano melody on his rework of ‘Sunshine Comes After Rain’ on the B side.

Chaos In The CBD – Comfort Zone [MULE217]

October 5, 2017October 4, 2017 hipodromechaos in the cbd, deep house, mule musiqLeave a comment

CBD is back on Mule Musiq. This time the New Zealand natives present different atmospheric spheres. The a-side tune “Comfort Zone” is a slow house burner enlarged with bird sounds, flute melodies and super warm bass power. on the opposite, their track “Educate The Hear” marries dub atmospheres and four-to-the-floor grooves, without giving up the hotness that dub music got to offer. Their third tune “Pressure” brings in, what is always needed in a club: funk that shakes the booty. This all wrapped in a gentle house track that stays calm while spreading hard to resist dance emotions.

Perseus Traxx – Drowning In Your Eyes [GNOSIS003]

October 5, 2017October 4, 2017 hipodromechicago house, deep house, gnosis, nigel rogers, perseus traxxLeave a comment

Following well received EPs from Myriadd and Q-Chip, Gnosis are ecstatic to have prolific UK producer Nigel Rogers (aka Ellis De Havilland, Operator Tracey, Orpheus, Pagan Ritual, Sir Leon Greg etc.) on board for their third release. ‘Drowning In Your Eyes’ is a four track EP recorded under his Perseus Traxx handle.

Aybee – Nexus EP [RDV002]

October 5, 2017October 4, 2017 hipodromeaybee, deep house, detroit house, rdv music, recit de voyageLeave a comment

Aybee makes his debut on Molly’s newly launched RDV (Recit de Voyage) with the label’s second release. The ‘Nexus’ EP follows the DJ/producer/filmmaker’s 2016 LP ‘The Odyssey’ on his own Deepblak imprint and recent 12” ‘The Motion Syntax’ for London’s DMK. Aybee is mining a deep & hypnotic house sound to maximum effect, employing the tribal drum patterns, hypnotic synths and signature grooves that helped establish the Deepblak sound. The trio of tracks make for a perfect follow-up to RDV’s debut from Prophets of a New Generation, and fit beautifully within the trademark deep, subtle & groovy style of the Parisian DJ & Rex Club resident Molly, who herself is quickly establishing herself as a label owner with her own unique vision.

VA – RDY #41 (Ron Hardy Edits) [RDY041]

October 4, 2017September 29, 2025 hipodromeaeo, bamboo, chicago, deep cuts, disco, easy going, edits, ron hardyLeave a comment

More edits from Ron. Bamboo – Space Ship Crashing, Aeo – Pts 1 & 2 and Easy Going – Do It Again.

The Hacker – Midnight Bliss [BAP105]

October 4, 2017October 3, 2017 hipodromebordello a parigi, electro, italo-disco, michel amato, the hackerLeave a comment

Over his twenty year The Hacker has traversed a spread of styles, from frosted electro to raging techno slammers. ”Midnight Bliss” shows another side of this multitalented artist. Warmth flows from the title piece. Clean rhythm patterns are spiked by synthlines as liquid melodies are swirled into a carefree cocktail that simply radiates. “Heavy Duty Disco” takes over the flip and runs headlong into speakers. The Hacker builds a track of generous proportions. Textured keys weave through columns of toms and snapping beats before bruising basslines descend for a late night encounter of formidable intent.

Vercetti Technicolor – Hard Pill EP [GD025]

October 4, 2017October 3, 2017 hipodromedisco, electro, giallo disco records, gianni vercetti, vercetti technicolorLeave a comment

Label co-founder Vercetti Technicolor returns to Giallo Disco with the soundtrack to the psychedelic neon-soaked slasher short Hard Pill, directed by writer-director Daniel Freedman. The title track’s dark romance is epic suspense and moodlighting reminiscent of the great John Carpenter while B side electro cut “Voice Of Darkness” goes down the same gothic brooding path as Visonia. It all comes to a thrilling climax on the slow burning closer “She Does” full on rich vintage synth flar, ricocheting Linn drums drenched in gated reverb and the most razor sharp arpeggios you’ll ever hear.