Lush analog disco from the enigmatic Megadon Betamax collective. Super warm live synths and a catchy falsetto hook on the vocal version will put a hump in your shoulder.
Megadon Betamax – Don’t Ask [VR004]
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Bicep – EP1 [TOB010]
Bicep have delivered, for Throne Of Blood, a 12“ that’s old school in feel and still utterly current. Serge Santiago with his partner in Retro/Grade, Tom Neville, to turn in an edit, rounding out “EP1” into a three track party-starter!
Ben Klock – Compression Session 1 [TON042]
Ben Klock continues his exploration into the many zones and movements within the techno world. ‘Compression Session 1’ was previewed in the mix, segued between other tracks, but now we have the chance to experience its full melancholic beauty, along with two other new tracks. Climbing synth themes float and swell amongst a thick and fittingly crisp barrage of drums in this rather anthemic yet controlled session from Klock.
Hipodrome Podcast 007 – Transilmania
The Hipodrome Podcast Series is now at the lucky number 7 and we have the pleasure to bring you a special mix from our mysterious friend from Transilmania, a person on a green shaded land who trans his inner mania. Prepare yourself for a trip in space and time, with a mysterious and experimental Chicago house session.
Jeff Mills – Something In The Sky Part 6 [SITS006]
VA – Full Circle [SSV01]
Techno that’s deep enough for your headphones and danceable enough for the floor! Featuring artists like: Iori, Mohlao, Deer and Relapxych.0, on the first release from Silent Season.
Svreca – Obscur. Alternative [SEMANTICA18Y]
New release from Svreca on the Catalan label Semantica. Remixes from Claro Intelecto and a collaboration between Yuji Kondo, Katsunori Sawa and Steven Porter.
Aril Brikha – Groove La Chord Remixes [AOV02]
Deetron, Octave One & Jori Hulkkonen put their hands on some Brikha classics!!! In 1998 Aril Brikha reacquainted the world with deep techno soul, as his record Groove La Chord crossed generic boundaries.
Soundstream – All Night [SST05]
Three satisfaction-guaranteed disco cut-ups from the one and only Soundstream! ‘All Night’ is no exception, from the filtered finesse of the the title track – which previously appeared as the closing cut to Tama Sumo’s brilliant P’Bar 02 mix – to the sweet ‘n crunchy bop of ‘Tease Me’ and the conga/clap driven wooze of ‘Deeper Love’.
Christopher Rau – Stockings [AIM002]
As a direct follow up to his Album on Smallville now comes his Debut EP on Aim with three well selected tracks that show an intriguing understanding of Deepness. ‘Stockings’ with its funk riffs and filtered vocals brings is a wonderfully uplifting tune, with an enticing oldskoolish vibe that brings back some precious memories. ‘Anita Niesz’ is a manifestation of musical talent in electronic dance music and also a intimate atmospheric tune that will work the finest dance floors and bedrooms.
Marcellus Pittman – The Eastside Story EP [7SR021]
7th Sign warmly welcomes Marcellus Pittman to the label. Here we have three glorious tracks that show different sides to his character but all sharing a common purpose – to move bodies and minds.
VA – Boe X [BOEX]
New London label with 90’s influenced house tracks. Four tracks from Ladzinski, Nils Anthens, Marc Vacher and Azuni.
VA – Tessera Remixes 2 [SUSHP011]
Kenny Larkin, Chez Damier & Delano Smith remixing the last Sushitech label compilation! Larkin dropping an exciting techno track with soul and Delano is being the deep house warrior he is.
February & Mars – Dragonflies [FE009]
This is the debut release of February & Mars, two space cadets from Galway in the west of Ireland, with Feel Music’s John Daly on production. Classic drum machines and patterns, vintage synths, 80s arpeggios, incredibly tasteful vocals and at times, epic guitars….
youANDme – Rhythm & Drums (Remixed) [PPH005]
Daniel Stefanik, Mathias Kaden and Mod.Civil are the Artists of the long-awaited fifth Polymorph. They remixed the two tracks and both delivered excellent techno tool that will deliver during peak time!
Brawther – Le Voyage / Chains & Funk [LEVOYAGE]
The young Frenchman’s third release on Chez Damier’s Balance imprint sees him showcasing his techno side. Le Voyage and Chains and Funk are two muscular dance floor tracks that cut straight for the floor. Le Voyage as the title suggests is a majestic track with grand ideas that accelerates the deepness of the hugely successful Asteroids and Star Dust.
Traversable Wormhole – Traversable Wormhole #5 [CLR039]
Samuli Kemppi – Quantum Mechanics [MOTE020]
Samuli Kemppi returns with another solid EP of techno on Luke Slater’s imprint. “Quantum Mechanics” leads off this four-track EP. Inspired by the abstract ambiance of the late night / early morning club experience, this is a deeply hypnotic voyage through bubbling acid patterns and swaying string melodies.
Syntax – Jace Syntax/ Black Jack [SRT0148]
Sweet deeper Detroit techno from Glasgow. Silky pads atop a thick bass line are glued together by classic rhythm designed to work the floor in a classy way!. Includes a Drivetrain Mix that has an electrifying, raw groove… very late night cut.
Kassem Mosse – 2D EP [KSR005]
Cool raw introvert techno tracks with a solid groove from Kassem Mosse on the Italian label Kinda Soul.
