Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids – Afro Futuristic Dreams LP [STRUTLP312]

October 1, 2023September 28, 2023 hipodromealbum, idris ackamoor, jazz, strut records, the pyramidsLeave a comment

Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids are back with their first major new studio album in over 3 years, an epic, sprawling new work exploring the future, the past and the urgent reality of the present, ‘Afro Futuristic Dreams’. Recorded between San Francisco and London and brought together by the genius of Malcolm Catto at his analogue Quatermass Studio, the new recording represents another bold step in Ackamoor’s ever-evolving journey in jazz, adding full, intricate scores including string sections and choral elements to the Pyramids’ trademark spiritual Afro-jazz sound. Driven by the core Pyramids members Ackamoor (sax, keytar, organ), Margaux Simmons (flute), Sandra Poindexter (violin) and Bobby Cobb (guitar), tracks range from hard-hitting commentaries about police brutality (‘Police Dem’) to celebrations of the ancestors and departed loved ones (‘Requiem For The Ancestors’, ‘Re-Memory’) and hazy cosmic journeys, including the album’s title track and the sparkling, experimental closer, ‘Nice It Up’.

Rod20 – White On EP [ROD2009]

September 30, 2023September 29, 2023 hipodromebenny rodrigues, detroit techno, minimal techno, rod malmok, rod20, technoLeave a comment

Swinging and pumping club bangers by ROD’s strictly hardware-project Rod20.

Linear System – Simian EP [MDZN003]

September 30, 2023September 29, 2023 hipodromelinear system, mind medizin records, minimal techno, technoLeave a comment

Mind Medizin continues its upward trajectory with a groovy third instalment coming from Linear System. The Italian DJ and producer takes the reins with his warehouse-ready ‘Simian’ EP. Sinister pads creep over chugging percussion, alarming bleeps and moody basslines in the loopy ‘Simian’, before rolling low-ends meet eerie analog synths in ‘Unknown Object’ as heavy claps complement crashing cymbals in this other-worldly cut.

Robert Hood – Master Builder [TRESOR032]

September 30, 2023September 28, 2023 hipodromedetroit techno, minimal techno, re-release, reissue, robert hood, techno, tresor recordsLeave a comment

Twenty five years after its initial release, and accompanying the re-release of ‘Internal Empire’ Tresor Records present a new cut and pressing (180gm) of Robert Hood’s essential ‘Master Builder’. The ongoing importance of this single and its adjacent album is indisputable, essential both to techno and to Tresor. It is a history intertwined. This work elevates its maker as master, and remains a cherished moment in the Tresor story, 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.

Millsart – Morning Glory [AX115]

September 30, 2023September 28, 2023 hipodromeaxis expressionist, axis records, detroit techno, jeff mills, millsart, minimal technoLeave a comment

Part of the Axis Expressionist Series. A collection of vinyl and limited digital releases, curated by Millsart, an alias of Jeff Mills, of his most eclectic and transcendent compositions that derive from his Every Dog Has Its Day project as well as new unreleased works. Vernacular creations that fall off from the ”other side” of the Electronic Music tree, this project is designed for the experienced Techno music listener, and its goal is to reflect upon the pure artistry of the craft of storytelling. A realization between music and life. Whereas ”dancing” is the goal of Dance Music, the goal of this music is about ”reflecting on the complexity and simplification of life”. Soundtracks for people in their evolutionary process.

Delano Smith / Norm Talley – Straight Up No Chaser [UAR015]

September 29, 2023September 28, 2023 hipodromedelano smith, detroit house, detroit techno, norm talley, upstairs asylum recordingsLeave a comment

Norm Talley returns to his Upstairs Asylum label alongside fellow US house pioneer Delano Smith for Straight Up No Chaser, an eight-track opus featuring four solo cuts each. Talley’s gritty, dubbed-out, low-rolling house style is present and correct throughout with the loopy chords of ‘Blak Bottom’ getting things going, ‘The Flip’ getting more cavernous and aqueous and ‘ISO Vision’ leaning into dub techno. ‘Believe It’ is a soulful deep house looper, while Smith gets bubbly with ‘The Bassline’, lays down thumping kicks on ‘Travels 23’ and his trademark synth smears on ‘The Drive’ while ‘Remembrance’ is a heady dub house cut that locks you into a state of perfect hypnosis.

Tony Price – Hit Piece LP [LPTER113]

September 29, 2023September 28, 2023 hipodromealbum, house, telephone explosion records, tony priceLeave a comment

Tony Price returns to Telephone Explosion Records with the new “Hit Piece” LP. The album is his first full-length since his 2022 release, “IBM CONTRA,” on L.I.E.S. Records, and the follow-up to the “Bail Bonds” EP on his Maximum Exposure imprint in May 2023. There are no lofty intentions or concepts here; this is music about action and movement. Eschewing the narrative-driven structures of his previous albums, Tony shifts his focus to the groove, reducing dance music to its rawest textures and core principles. With this project, he unites jackin’ house rhythms, early hiphop bombast, and the hydraulic drive of Motor City funk with a punk rock immediacy and abrasiveness that recalls pre-robot Daft Punk, Todd Terry, Dance Mania, and his L.I.E.S. label mate Delroy Edwards.

Anatolian Weapons – Sound Metaphors Remixed Pt. II [BLESSYOU016]

September 29, 2023September 28, 2023 hipodromeaggelos baltas, anatolian weapons, bless you, delkom, house, new beat, sound metaphors records, technoLeave a comment

Weaponize your DJ record bag again with fresh ammo from the Greek studio machine, Aggelos Baltas does it again with another volume of remixes to the Sound Metaphors re-issue catalogues, an invigorating contemporary club touch to a wide range of dance floor material that was originally produced in the early 90s and late 80s. A new patina layer formed by the aging acid baths and chemical reactions of the experienced studio magician. Aggelos’ signature atmospheric grandiosity and big room sound once again delivered with precision and high efficiency for the caring modern dancefloor.

Wedding Acid Group – Metro-303 [USR027]

September 28, 2023September 27, 2023 hipodromeacid, album, eletro, galactic jackson, j. mono, saint leidal the 2nd, undersound recordings, wedding acid groupLeave a comment

Undersound Recordings presents the first album ever released on vinyl by the Wedding Acid Group (Galactic Jackson, J. Mono & Saint Leidal The 2nd). This musical odyssey consists of 8 meticulously crafted tracks, created between 2010 and 2021, representing over a decade of evolution and growth. Each song showcases a unique facet of the trio’s musical prowess, with tempos ranging from 100 to 150 bpm.

Charleeps – Odelion [NND003]

September 28, 2023April 22, 2024 hipodromecharleeps, electro, nocta numerica digital, nocta numerica recordsLeave a comment

Charleeps’ debut on Nocta Numerica, ‘Odelion, represents the third release of the Nocta Numerica digital series.

Credit 00 – Hope [PNKMN049.5]

September 28, 2023September 27, 2023 hipodromealexander dorn, credit 00, electro, pinkman recordsLeave a comment

Teasing his upcoming full-length, Credit 00 returns to Pinkman for the first time since ‘21 with a punchy single that draws inspiration from believe and despair. Future dancefloor karaoke anthem ‘Hope’ travels through time by laying 21st century autotune pop over ancient bit crushed computer beats. Watch out for the dangerously catchy hook, once it’s in your head it won’t be leaving anytime soon!

VA – Fabric Presents: Helena Hauff [FABRIC217LP]

September 27, 2023September 26, 2023 hipodromebreaks, clarence g, compilation, dynarec, electro, ement, fabric, helena hauff, illektrolab, magda rot, nite fleit, radioactive man, technoLeave a comment

Hamburg-born and raised, Helena Hauff studied both Fine Art and Systematic Music Science. Her astonishing DJ and producing skills reflect this experience, as this juxtaposition shaped her approach to coaxing music from her machines. As a former resident of the esteemed Golden Pudel club, Helena has established herself as a selector who prefers playing vinyl, a producer who uses vintage hardware, and a virtuoso of seamlessly handling the crowd. Wherever she performs, her style is significant and recognizable—fierce, rough, and raw, yet steadfast and playful. All this is perfectly captured in Helena’s mix for the ‘fabric presents’ series. Nine tracks from Helena’s mix for fabric, cut to double vinyl by Matt Colton. The bundle includes her new single for fabric Records, ‘Turn Your Sights Inward’, as well as the exclusive ‘Alter Simus’ by Magda Rot. The killer remix by Autechre of D-Breeze’s ‘Crazy For Love’ from 1999, is here, and digitally for the first time; it was originally released on the MASK 500 compilation record from the legendary Skam Records’ limited-edition series.

T/Error – Control Paradox LP [LDI010]

September 27, 2023September 26, 2023 hipodromealbum, cignol, electro, heinrich dressel, ldi records, lloyd stellar, t/errorLeave a comment

What if Kraftwerk’s “Computer World” had a more dystopian message? Then you would get this album: “Control Paradox” by T/Error. This double 12 inch vinyl is filled with Kraftworkian moments, but is more updated to our current times. Today computers, smart phones, AI and algorithms have taken over our daily lives. This release features 9 original tunes and 3 remixes by none other than: Cygnol, Lloyd Stellar and Heinrich Dressel.

Zeta Reticula – Common Centre EP [EUDEMONIA015]

September 27, 2023September 26, 2023 hipodromebreaks, electro, eudemonia, umek, zeta reticulaLeave a comment

The newest eudemonia record comes by no other then Zeta Reticula. The Slovenian born artist needs no introduction as he has released several iconic releases during the last 23 years. For this EP he explores his more melodic side and presents three unique tracks ranging from Electro to Breakbeat.

Giulia Gutterer – Dimensione [SLOMODIGIT019]

September 26, 2023August 5, 2025 hipodromealtieri, aphonia, armonics, compilation, cosmo, disco, fabrizio mammarella, francisco, franz scala, giulia gutterer, house, italo-disco, ma spaventi, marching machines, raiders of the lost arp, slow motion records, the revolving eyes, tjorLeave a comment

Slow Motion Records long-standing member and renowned, Italian Dance Wave selector Giulia Gutterer compiles a collection of tracks illustrating her distinctive taste. With Iconic releases from label heads Fabrizio Mammarella and Franz Scala, along with genre-solidifying productions from the likes of Ma Spaventi, Altieri, Francisco and Tjor.

Passarani presents David Woods – Shuffling The Cards Again [RBTW-9]

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 hipodromedavid woods, disco, house, marco passarani, running back, tiger & woodsLeave a comment

The musical cosmos is set to bestow upon us a celestial gem that shall set dancefloors ablaze and hearts aflutter. It is none other than the enigmatic Marco Passarani aka David Woods of Tiger & Woods, the sonic alchemist who has been tantalizing our senses with his kaleidoscopic grooves. Imagine a voyage through a wormhole that transcends time and space, landing you smack dab in the midst of a euphoric dancefloor utopia. This upcoming opus, yet to be bestowed upon the masses, promises to be a magnum opus of cosmic proportions. David Woods has summoned their sonic forces to curate a soundscape that defies convention, much like a comet hurtling through the night sky, leaving trails of sonic stardust in its wake.

Esa & Kamazu – Shukuma EP [AWEH003]

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 hipodromeafrican, afrobeat, aweh, esa, esa williams, house, kamazu, kwaitoLeave a comment

AWEH is back to present Shukuma, the highly anticipated collaboration between label head Esa and South African Kwaito legend Kamazu from Soweto. This record, created between 2020 and 2022, is a testament to the power of musical synergy and South African cultural aweh-ness. “Shukuma” transcends being a mere EP; it invites listeners on an journey that celebrates the profound talents of Esa, Kamazu, and the creative minds that contributed to its realisation. Through the fusion of traditional Kwaito elements and contemporary influences, this release truly showcases the artistry behind the music. In an era dominated by recording reissues, “Shukuma” emerges as a standout, embodying the fusion of artistic expression and cultural exploration.

Brian Kage – Analog Heart, Magnetic Soul EP [CKNOWEP53]

September 24, 2023September 21, 2023 hipodromebrian kage, craigie knowes, detroit techno, electroLeave a comment

Detroit alumni Brian Kage joins Craigie Knowes for the release of his “Analog Heart, Magnetic Soul” EP. 4 stone-cold cuts carved from bedrock of lake Michigan. 4 club-rocking beats that’ll beam you up from the streets and transport you straight to the edge of the cosmos.

Mike Dehnert – TESTET EP [TECH-UM006]

September 24, 2023September 21, 2023 hipodromedeeptrax records, mike dehnert, tech-um, technoLeave a comment

Fachwerk boss Mike Denhert rolls up on TECH-UM 006 with for another heavy selection of intuitive techno jams on his ‘TESTET’ EP. With the focus squarely on the dance floor the Berlin-born wizard’s latest creations makes for another unique voyage into cutting edge techno.

Red Rooms – Joy Ride EP [PRRUKBLK091]

September 23, 2023September 21, 2023 hipodromeplanet rhythm black, planet rhythm records, red rooms, technoLeave a comment

Rotterdam techno collective Planet Rhythm drop five new techno tracks made by Red Rooms. Channeling a propulsive aesthetic reminiscent, given the album cover, of a grey sonic future vision a-la THX 1138 or Brave New World – a dystopian future built around rapid-transit subterranean, a state system built entirely underground tunnels for electric cars – the likes of ‘Prometheus’, ‘B110BE’ and ‘On The Level’ are underground bowler-overs, hearing us give over to a propulsive world of rapid engineered movement and humming velocity.