001.Features

Liaisons Dangereuses – Los Niños Del Parque (Karassimeon Edit) [FREE DOWNLOAD]

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Next on the Slow Motion ‘A UFO’ free edit series is Karassimeon’s masterful rendition of ‘Los Niños Del Parque’ by the legendary wave group Liaisons Dangereuses. Renowned for his consistently slick productions, the Parisian artist captures the essence of the city’s iconic sound from the 2000s, infused with his signature mind-bending modern flair. Combining the original commanding vocals with a unique electro twist, Karassimeon elevates ‘Los Niños Del Parque’ to exhilarating heights. Lasers whip throughout the edit, punctuating each bar while the arrangement slices through beautifully detailed, intoxicating spaces. This unstoppable dancefloor gem encapsulates the irresistible energy of the seminal 1982 release whilst bringing 2025 a refreshing tone.

Liaisons Dangereuses – Los Niños Del Parque (Karassimeon Edit) [FREE DOWNLOAD]

VA – Bonus Beats: Rare & Unreleased Finnish Electro 1990 – 2002 [BLOW20]

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Cold Blow presents Bonus Beats: Rare & Unreleased Finnish Electro 1990–2002, a landmark compilation celebrating Finland’s underground electro scene around the turn of the millennium. Featuring 12 rare tracks – including three previously unreleased – this collection highlights a fiercely DIY-driven movement that flourished far from Europe’s major electronic hubs, showcasing a distinctly Nordic approach to the genre. With contributions from notable names such as Jori Hulkkonen, Mr. Velcro Fastener, Mono Junk, and the late Mika Vainio, this release highlights the experimental and DIY ethos that defined Finland’s electronic music scene during this period.

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VA – Bonus Beats: Rare & Unreleased Finnish Electro 1990 – 2002 [BLOW20]

The Egyptian Lover – 1987 LP [DMSR-8703]

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Egyptian Lover has been kicking out the jams now for a full four decades. His famously hardware-driven sound is pure bay-popping perfection and has seen him define and redefine electro many times over. Staying true to his signature 80s west-coast electro sound, his new album 1987 echos classics of his like ‘Egypt, Egypt’ and Thebes of them all, ‘I Need a Freak’, by blending signature Roland 808 beats with Kraftwerk and hip-hop influences. He’s a veteran at this stage, but he still moves a floor like few others can.

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The Egyptian Lover – 1987 LP [DMSR-8703]

Dirk Wiertz – The Age Of The Ego EP [LDIG002]

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Amsterdam-based DJ/producer Dirk Wiertz has spent decades immersed in music, working at the iconic Concerto record store and crafting his sound in his studio filled with drum machines and synthesizers. With this six-track digital EP on LDI Records, Dirk showcases his modern electro sound. Blending crisp, precise drum programming with lush and dreamy pads, he delivers a thoughtful and immersive journey, reflecting on the complexities of our current time with a sound that is both contemporary and timeless.

Dirk Wiertz – The Age Of The Ego EP [LDIG002]

Passarani – Digipack Vol. 1 [STUDIOMST001]

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Roma techno legend Marco Passarani dusts off his Studiomaster moniker to present a selection of vibey dancefloor burners on 12” vinyl brimming with energy and packed with 303 squelch, thumping drums, moody synths and perfectly-placed vocal cuts.

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Passarani – Digipack Vol. 1 [STUDIOMST001]

VA – Echoes Of Italy – Artists In Wonderland – Early 90S House Vibes Vol. 1 [JF001LP]

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Volume 1 of this expertly curated project of 90s Italian House put together by Don Carlos.

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VA – Echoes Of Italy – Artists In Wonderland – Early 90S House Vibes Vol. 1 [JF001LP]

Omar S – Something Real [FXHE-AOS891]

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Omar S, the FXHE label boss, wastes no time in dropping heat this New Year as he once again hooks up with vocalist Desire for this latest house gem. Up first is ‘Something Real’, in the classic Omar S mould of laying down a deep, heartfelt drum line and then topping it with a mad emotive vocal hook that is filled with r&b goodness and joined by the most subtle cosmic chord motifs. ‘Hard Leaf Rag’ follows next, so raw it will make your ears tickle with its busted drums and serrated stabs. Then flip it over for ‘Conant Leaf Rag’, which pairs warbling synth sounds with dusty hi-hats and tight kicks for a nice, full mind and body workout.

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Omar S – Something Real [FXHE-AOS891]

Kosmologic Research Society – Inner | Outer [DM10]

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The story of “Inner | Outer” begins in 2015, when two members of Berlin bass combo X.A.Cute and Jerusalem’s psych grooves expert, Markey Funk, set up a spontaneous jam session in the basement of an ex-spring factory building. The outcome of that meeting – now known as “Aquasonic Research Society” (Som Recordings, 2020) – was so inspiring for the three that they determined to record again the next time Markey is in Berlin. Eventually, two more sessions took place in consecutive years at Oberbaumstübchen, overlooking river Spree, U-Bahn tracks and Universal Music headquarters. The change of location also led them to depart from the bubbling aquatic motives towards darker mesmerizing soundscapes that explore themes and mysteries of deep outer space and the human body (sometimes described as “inner space”).

Kosmologic Research Society – Inner | Outer [DM10]

Robert Hood – Internal Empire LP (30 Years Anniversary Edition) [TRESOR027LPX]

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This album holds an undeniable significance, serving as a cornerstone of both techno and Tresor’s legacy. Its story is deeply entwined with that of the label, following Robert Hood’s Waveform Transmission 2 under his The Vision moniker, released just one year earlier and reissued on Tresor in 2023. On Internal Empire Robert Hood perfected his signature sound already present on Waveform Transmission 2, marking a pivotal moment in techno’s history. It elevates its maker as master, sharing an irrefutable singular magic, sounding as present and indispensable as when first created. To understand this work fully is to stand back and celebrate its impact. Originally released in 1994, the album marks a point of transition for Robert Hood moving on from his previous collaborations within Underground Resistance. Robert Hood advanced, uncovering the power of true minimalism. Deep soul through a simplicity that showed how much could be done with so little. The devastating rhythms of this album forge the unmatched spirit of this sound, influencing generations to come.

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Robert Hood – Internal Empire LP (30 Years Anniversary Edition) [TRESOR027LPX]

Elektrokohle – Kalt Wie Du Bist LP [OR135]

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Elektrokohle’s debut album has instantly become a legendary record due to the tragic loss of their incredible bassist just hours after its release. This album is a masterclass in future punk sound; it couldn’t be more powerful or punchy, being a great legacy to actual and future generations interested in furious music.

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Elektrokohle – Kalt Wie Du Bist LP [OR135]

Yvgoslavia – Zairja [OR134]

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Yvgoslavia is undoubtedly one of the best post-punk and minimal wave acts from Spain, and they’re returning to Oráculo with their second mini-album, following the highly sought-after “Vertebra”. Their frozen atmospheres and relentless, punishing beats immediately captivate any advanced darkwave enthusiast.

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Yvgoslavia – Zairja [OR134]

Tassel – V. Crawling/ X. [OR133]

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Tassel is an emerging industrial punk trio from Phoenix, Arizona. Oráculo Records present their first vinyl EP to date, featuring the two singles from their acclaimed debut album A Sacrifice: Unto Idols, along with remixes by Kontravoid, Plack Blague, Black Light Smoke and Lana del Rabies.

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Tassel – V. Crawling/ X. [OR133]

JG Outsider – Cruzier [OR132]

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JG Outsider is returning to Oráculo Records to once again deliver his unique blend of twisted modern EBM, advanced industrial, and power electronics. This time, he’s joined by Nightcrawler and Spammerheads with two dancefloor-filling remixes. Tracks are taken from JG Outsider’s album “Despierto” released last year by Cold Transmission Music.

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JG Outsider – Cruzier [OR132]

Skelesys – Fading Echoes LP [PNKMN058]

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Pinkman presents the debut album of darkwave artist Skelesys. Across nine evocative tracks, “Fading Echoes” navigates the tension between nostalgia and self-discovery, weaving together a moody blend of synth-pop, post-punk, and goth influences. The result is an atmospheric exploration of memory, heartache, and resilience—a soundtrack for those moments when the past refuses to stay buried, and the future feels uncertain. From the cold, creeping synths to the mournful guitar lines that echo like distant whispers, “Fading Echoes” immerses the listener in a soundscape where shadows and light coexist. The album has a distinct cinematic quality, evoking the smoky allure of neon-lit cityscapes and rain-slicked streets, where every track feels like a chapter in a film noir tale of introspection and escape. There’s a sense of longing that runs through the album, a desire to hold onto something beautiful, even as it slips through your fingers.

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Skelesys – Fading Echoes LP [PNKMN058]