Filmmaker – Machinations LP [W10.17]

October 20, 2023October 19, 2023 hipodromealbum, ebm, electro, filmmaker, industrial, techno, wave tension recordsLeave a comment

Colombian producer Faunes Efe known under his moniker Filmmaker, is one of the most productive and vital producers in the EBM, Industrial, Synth-wave and Electro community. He has quickly build a cult following amongst those with an affinity for dystopian electronics drenched in seductive darkness. Filmmaker keeps running engines with “Machinations”, a mini-album containing 7 cuts that blast a mechanical blend of Electroclash and Minimal Synth. This ride of prominent square waves, robotic beats and detuned atmospheres is born from mainly two instruments: a Syntakt & a processed guitar.

Gonçalo Salgado – Cobra [EFAE013]

October 20, 2023October 19, 2023 hipodromeebm, electro, eye for an eye recordings, goncalo salgado, industrial, technoLeave a comment

Gonçalo Salgado, better know for his Lake Haze project, returns with the third release for his Eye For An Eye Recordings.

Tom Carruthers – Future Wave LP [LIES197]

October 19, 2023November 6, 2023 hipodromealbum, house, l.i.e.s., long island electrical systems, techno, tom carruthersLeave a comment

Tom Carruthers back in full form on L.I.E.S. with a massive 18 track tripple LP set. This has everything you could possibly want on it, going in heavy with the 88-92′ vibes all the Bleeps, Detroit strings, shuffling 909s, and Chicago 727s one can possibly want. Every track is a winner, full dancefloor fodder you’ll swear are lost classics unearthed from the grave. Carruthers has consistently proved he has mastered the formula to create perfect old school tracks that will have you jackin on the floor all nite long. This collection is what dance music is about and explores the full range of formative styles in all their intricacies from top to bottom. Undoubtedly his most comprehensive and definitive work to date.

Mark Grusane & Eric Schwab – Midwest Rhythms Vol. 1 [DMLP002]

October 19, 2023October 18, 2023 hipodromedisctechno, eric schwab, house, mark grusane, technoLeave a comment

Chicago mainstay Mark Grusane partners up with Eric Schwab of metro Detroit to co-produce five diverse tracks that channel some of their Midwest dancefloor influences. The pair developed the tracks over several studio sessions during a Chicago winter, combining their respective sonic inspirations with assorted gear, sounds and samples that they each brought together.

Simoncino – Distant EP [LAXC13]

October 19, 2023October 18, 2023 hipodromeacid house, chicago house, house, mr. fingers, nick anthony simoncino, simoncino, skylax recordsLeave a comment

The Italian producer Simoncino is back on Skylax Records. You already know his ability to create sounds that are deeply imbued with the Chicago sound, you sometimes might think you ‘re hearing some lost gems from the great Armando. In short, no need to add more, this item is essential for any normally constituted dj. The release comes with a remix featuring the great Larry Heard aka Mr Fingers.

VA – Spiritual Folklore [12PM]

October 18, 2023October 18, 2023 hipodromeafrobotic musicology, bors, dion monti, edits, experimental, private dancer, robotic afLeave a comment

This collection contains 4 spiritual folkloristic tracks, in very different vibes and tempos. The first track is a beautifully extended edit by Dion Monti of a traditional song from Rosa María (Ecuador) which feels like ‘House Music’: the bassline, the 4 to the floor kick, the strings… then wait for the singing to come in. Carmen is Private Dancers’ rework on a track from the 1983 movie score with the same name, pure heat. BORȘ, dj and producer from Moldova created an uptempo floorfiller using traditional samples that she is giving some more space in the breaks… and Robotic AF edited some instrumental parts of a Bollywood song into a 152 BPM acid banger.

Alan Strani – Apocalypso Remixes EP [BAP187]

October 18, 2023October 18, 2023 hipodromealan strani, bordello a parigi, disco, house, i:cube, in flagranti, lauerLeave a comment

Alan Strani returns to Bordello with a remix package of his album title track ‘Apocalypso’ featuring I:Cube, Lauer, In Flagranti and himself on remix duties.

Dressel Amorosi – Synthporn / Cargo [FLIES4554]

October 18, 2023October 18, 2023 hipodromedisco, dressel amorosi, experimental, federico amorosi, four flies records, funk, heinrich dressel, valerio lombardozziLeave a comment

First 7” release from Dressel Amorosi, the duo of Federico Amorosi (bass) and Valerio Lombardozzi (keys, synth & programming). Halfway between cosmic-funk and Italo-disco, the two tracks on this release are infused with the fusion- and electronic-oriented spirit of late ’70s and early ’80s Italian soundtracks and library music. “Synthporn”, on side A, is a midtempo instrumental with a voluptuous electronic feel, a mixture of glamour and retrofuturism driven by Amorosi’s pulsating bass and Lombardozzi’s elegant oscillators. “Cargo”, on the flip side, brings infectious ’80s dance vibes to the table with a warm slice of synth-pop that can fit any scenario and filmic mood, from action to comedy.

XY0815 – Gates Need Inputs Vol. II LP [BT60]

October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 hipodromealbum, breaks, brokntoys, electro, xy0815Leave a comment

XY0815 wraps up his magnum opus with an additional collection of eight tracks. The second volume of ‘Gates Need Inputs’ blends crafty, melodic electronica with intricate rhythms.

VA – Broken Global System [DSP006]

October 17, 2023October 17, 2023 hipodromeacid, anitta, breaks, distorted sensory perception, electro, encrypted theory, lerosa, the fly insect, vertical dimensionLeave a comment

After a short hiatus, Distorted Sensory Perception returns in the form of a 5 track various artists release featuring music from Vertical Dimension, Encrypted Theory, Fly Insect, Anitta & Lerosa.

Larionov – I Want To Believe [SBOX019]

October 17, 2023 hipodromeelectro, larionov, schrodinger’s box, technoLeave a comment

Although sound is his medium, what is seen is central to Larionov’s new 12”; I Want To Believe. After scanning the heavens, the Russian producer lands with six tracks that encompass a spectrum of electronics. A glistening dawn of bright melodies and murky basslines introduces “Morning Light”, crisp percussion adding balance and ballast. Aquatic lines and soulful arcs are at the core of “Across the Sky” before the bold synth stabs and rasping rhythms of “External Twilight.” Illuminating the flip is the sci-fi inspired “Strange Lights” with the eclipsing shades and tones of “Shadows” darkening speakers while igniting floors. The close is the future gazing “Space and Time.” Fluid strings, reverberating arpeggiators and vocoder lyrics are kept in check by incising snares in this superb finale.

Cybotron – Maintain The Golden Ratio [TRESOR313EP1]

October 16, 2023October 16, 2023 hipodromecybotron, detroit, electro, juan atkins, laurens von oswald, tresor recordsLeave a comment

Cybotron has re-emerged in our contemporary cybercultural age when artifactual futures begin a transition into a new era of ”Meta”. Cybotron’s return demonstrates a studied engagement with what techno was and should be with a peerless update of Juan Atkins’ initial inventive idea of do-it-yourself electrically reengineered music xeroxed onto both sides of the 12” – uploaded directly into the alleys of your mind.

Robotron ft. The Egyptian Lover – Pornographix [SKYNET T.3]

October 16, 2023March 25, 2025 hipodromeadalbert c. kupietz, detroit, egyptian lover, electro, hieroglyphica, robotron, skynet cybersonix, the man behind the screenLeave a comment

The real Robotron has been active since the 90s and now back on track to refresh some “Pornographix” action with serious 80s power by The Egyptian Lover – delivering pure egyptian sexiness on V1.0 and lo-fied cybersonic harassment via V2.0 on the third release out of Robotron’s home base called Skynet Cybersonix. Skynet T.3 is a juicy object of desire – limited to 200 x 12″ on black or silver marbled vinyl.

The Black Dog – My Brutal Life LP [DUSTV118]

October 15, 2023October 12, 2023 hipodromealbum, ambient techno, andy turner, drone, dust science recordings, ed handley, experimental, the black dogLeave a comment

“My Brutal Life” delves into the profound aspects of our artistic endeavors encompassing brutalism, the environment, and humanity. Throughout our ongoing creative journey, we consistently gravitate towards these themes, documenting and exploring the human experience within these environments. Our unwavering fixation on Symmetry, Synchronisation, and Repetition are the driving force in our artistic expression. Moreover, we strive to peel away superficial layers to expose the underlying emotional strata of the human aspect, unearthing the often overlooked beauty within the ordinary. Although frequently disregarded, the human aspect resonates with echoes from the past, enlightening and guiding our artistic process. Even the failures encountered serve as poignant reminders of the delicate structures we construct. My Brutal Life constitutes a pivotal component within an enduring exhibition, meticulously crafted to delve into the aesthetic and human facets of brutalism.

VC-118A – Waves Of Change LP [157DSR]

October 15, 2023October 12, 2023 hipodromealbum, ambient, delsin records, electro, experimental, samuel van dijk, vc-118aLeave a comment

On his fifth album as VC-118A, Samuel van Dijk is using his evolved electro practice to explore the notion of change – a universal constant which keeps us barreling towards unknown futures. 2021’s Spiritual Machines found van Dijk edging his sound into downtempo and experimental pastures. On the follow-up, Waves of Change, crooked machine rhythms and richly developed tones and textures spool from his trusted bank of outboard tools, while a subtle drop in tempo widens the space for the atmospheric sound design to weave its magic. Balancing the disciplines of machine-powered sequencing and hand-shaped sound to render his ideas in sonic form, the continued evolution of VC-118A results in another mesmerizing record steeped in craft and loaded with intention.

Shakkatam – Run [HVN063]

October 15, 2023October 20, 2023 hipodromeambient, celine gillain, cucina povera, dania, experimental, hivern discs, jacqueline fuijkschot, miss nixon, shakkatam, synth pop, tear apart tapesLeave a comment

Back in 2017 Tear Apart Tapes released “Run”, a song by Shakkatam. John Talabot immediately connected with it and played it as the closing in many of his dj sets. Hivern Discs now presents “Run” in a new context, with three covers from artists we admire: Cucina Povera, Céline Gillain and Dania.

Adlas – Convergence EP [A.R.T.LESS2171]

October 14, 2023October 12, 2023 hipodromea.r.t.less, adlas, deep techno, mojuba records, technoLeave a comment

Adlas joins the a.r.t.less family with his debut called Convergence EP. Here he presents four more four-to-the-floor driving and mesmerizing Techno tracks that tick all the right boxes. Think swinging Dub Techno, DJ Power Tools with a tribal twist and an undeniable deepness factor.

Metropolis – No Reason EP [DS-05]

October 14, 2023October 12, 2023 hipodromeacid, cyspe, de stijl, metropolis, nick lapien, techno, thuraya shiLeave a comment

Artefakt’s De Stijl imprint presents a new EP by Metropolis. Metropolis, an alias of Nick Lapien—half of Artefakt. With his “No Reason” EP he reboots this guise and presents an unpolished and rough take of his wide techno repertoire. The A-Side includes two smokey warehouse-proof acidic techno jams, where title track No Reason on the B-Side leans more towards an off-beat EBM affair with vocals by Thuraya Shi. To round it off, Artefakt production partner Robin Koek delivers an immersive remix as Cyspe.

Theo Parrish & Maurissa Rose – Free Myself LP [SS095/96/97]

October 13, 2023October 11, 2023 hipodromealbum, deep house, detroit, detroit house, maurissa rose, sound signature, theo parrishLeave a comment

New album from Theo Parrish & Maurissa Rose arrives on his own Sound Signature label. Hard to define, rule breaking and game-changing producer Theo Parrish is back with another of his challenging and superlative albums. This one is a collaboration with Maurissa Rose that true sooth the soul. It’s full of his usual deadly grooves, shamanistic percussive layers and jazz energies with plenty of his famous luscious, meditative loops. Add in the smooth vocals of Rose – which come in the form of a soulful stream of consciousness – and you have yet another unique album from this true maverick of the form.

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Manabu Nagayama – Light And Shadow [RH-STOREJPN11]

October 13, 2023October 11, 2023 hipodromehouse, manabu nagayama, masalo, rush hour, rush hour store jamsLeave a comment

Manabu Nagayama’s ‘Light & Shadow’ was released back in 2015 but never really got picked up. Rush Hour co-founder Antal Heitlager knew it had more potential than it had shown so asked Masalo to remix it. He elevates the track to new levels with subtle tweaks of the arrangement.