Erika – Anevite Void [IT050]

February 19, 2023February 20, 2023 hipodromealbum, ambient techno, erika, experimental, interdimensional transmissionsLeave a comment

For Erika’s second album “Anevite Void”, she explores her live process as it permeates everything she does, including documenting the process of life in the elaborate sci fi mythology she created. Erika began performing live in Ectomorph in 1997 when she was gifted a TR-606 by BMG and asked to join the group. This grew to her building her own studio, performing solo as Erika, collaborating with people like Jay Ahern and Noncompliant, and performing as a member of Circle of Live. Her depth of thought and clarity of vision has led to her mentoring people on live performance through the In Bloom platform, where she has made a large impact on many up and coming musicians. “Anevite Void”, Erika’s new album, finds her organically writing songs for her live shows, allowing them to take shape through performance, and later recording them in the studio, making this the first album she has entirely written and produced on her own. Mixed by long time collaborator BMG, she finds this record as the launching point for a new process for her.

Soft Traffic – Subcaeruleus EP [VMC005]

February 19, 2023March 26, 2024 hipodromedub techno, prince morella, samon k, soft traffic, stomping grounds, vade mecumLeave a comment

Vade Mecum presents the debut release from Soft Traffic, a new project by -Samon K. The tracks were carefully crafted using only analog equipment and mixed with live techniques, showcasing a deep appreciation for the classic dub sound. The first track of the release features the captivating Prince Morella, a new artist who has already collaborated on vocals with some of the most accomplished producers in the scene. This release perfectly captures the classic, 90s-inspired sound of dub techno and is a nostalgic nod to the early days of the genre. It is sure to be a standout addition to the Vade Mecum catalogue.

Levon Vincent – Medium Is The Message II [NS-40]

February 18, 2023February 17, 2023 hipodromedeep techno, levon vincent, novel soundLeave a comment

Levon Vincent continues unabashed to combine the Streetwise and the Elegant on his newest release, The Medium is the Message II – a reference to Marshall McLuhan’s theory that the message signifies content and character, and the ‘content’ of any medium blinds us to the character of said medium. Levon doubles-down with Novel Sound #40, promoting his love for vinyl all these pleasurable years.

Nicola Conte & Gianluca Petrella – African Spirits / Tribes (Fred P. Interpretations) [SCEP511]

February 18, 2023February 20, 2023 hipodromedeep house, fred p, fred peterkin, gianluca petrella, nicola conte, schema recordsLeave a comment

Fourth and final release in the series of 12” EPs featuring reinterpretations of tracks from the Nicola Conte & Gianluca Petrella’s album ”People Need People”, an exceptional collaboration with New York-turned-Berlin resident Artist, DJ, Producer, Remixer and A/V Designer Fred P.. A skilfull blend where afro, jazz and house music create a cosmic spiritual journey at times nocturnal, suitable for the most sophisticated dance floors.

Blackploid – Enter Universe [CPU01110011]

February 17, 2023February 17, 2023 hipodromealbum, blackploid, central processing unit, electro, martin matiskeLeave a comment

Blackploid has become one of Central Processing Unit’s stalwarts in the past couple of years. Martin Matiske’s project contributed a trio of EPs to the label across 2021 and 2022, with each of them showing off the kind of electro chops and production sensibilities that made Blackploid an ideal fit with the Sheffield imprint. Now, for CPU’s first release of 2023, Matiske levels things up with the debut Blackploid LP Enter Universe. Across these twelve tracks, Matiske leaves us in no doubt that he’s a prime mover in the world of modern electronic music. Enter Universe does not let up from start to finish, delivering a dozen pieces of leftfield electro that draws from the sound’s greats while also showcasing an unpredictability and flair that is all of Blackploid’s own.

Abstract Thought – Hypothetical Situations [CAL019LP]

February 17, 2023March 7, 2023 hipodromeabstract thought, album, clone aqualung series, clone records, detroit, electro, gerald donald, james stinson, kombination records, re-release, reissueLeave a comment

Re-issue of Drexciya’s 4th storm! Another seminal work of 6 Futuristic deep & Drexciyan Electro/Techno tracks. Hypothetical questions translated into music by the visionaries of contemporary electronic music. ”Music beamed through Dimensional Waves by Abstract Thought…” First released in 2003 on Kombination Research. Remastered from the original session tapes.

DVS NME – Class Conflict EP [TGRWDS01]

February 17, 2023May 28, 2024 hipodromedvs nme, electro, marcus mumm, tiger weedsLeave a comment

Colorado based DVS NME debuts on Tiger Weeds with a solo EP, delivering his signature sound with four straightforward Electro cuts.

Saigg – Sinteplastic [MARS033]

February 17, 2023February 17, 2023 hipodromeelectro, mars frequency records, robert cosmic, saigg, technoLeave a comment

The Argentinian producer SAIGG signs the reference number 33 of Mars Frequency Records. Industrial and metallic sounds mixed with aggressive basses and vocoders, flow over broken electro and techno rhythms, to make you vibrate wherever you are.

Riccardo Cioni – Darkness Inside / Go Break / Fog EP [MGMS08]

February 16, 2023May 11, 2023 hipodromecinedelic records, disco, italo-disco, master dee jay, mondo groove, re-release, reissue, riccardo cioniLeave a comment

Finally the cult italo disco 12 from 1984 by Riccardo Cioni repressed in limited edition for the first time.

Armonics – Distances EP [LDR_29]

February 16, 2023April 10, 2024 hipodromearmonics, cosmic disco, disco, francesco strippoli, italo-disco, lunar disko records, massimiliano pagliaraLeave a comment

The Italian-Irish connection returns on Lunar Disko. Bari’s Armonics delivers yet another EP of Italo wonders. Three tracks of synthesizer magic from a fast rising master of the modern Italo-disco sound. Massimiliano Pagliara brings us on a cosmic trip with his ‘7-07AM’ remix of ‘Indigo Voyage’…a disco bomb for the early morning dancefloors.

VA – Heroes III EP [TMCREC003]

February 16, 2023February 15, 2023 hipodromebetonkust, disco, electro, franz scala, house, malkut, too many cars recordsLeave a comment

Too Many Cars Records from north of France is back with four electro tracks from Betonkust and Franz Scala & Malkut.

Intergalactic Gary – Italo Moderni Mix 103

February 15, 2023February 14, 2023 hipodromehouse, intergalactic gary, italo moderni, podcast, technoLeave a comment

Martin Dupont – Kintsugi LP [SEA013LP]

February 15, 2023February 14, 2023 hipodromealbum, infrastition, martin dupont, meidosem, minimal synth, minimal wave records, new wave, synth popLeave a comment

In collaboration with Meidosem and Infrastition, Minimal Wave presents Kintsugi, a new album by the highly lauded French group Martin Dupont. The album features lush re-works of their old songs, originally released on their highly sought-after 1980s albums. The French band is known for making beautiful, heady electronic, with striking, poetic vocals. A hard-to-classify group from Marseille with a cult following and some mainstream success, Martin Dupont has inspired some of the luminaries of the contemporary music scene crossing many genres from trip-hop to electro to techno. Kintsugi reassembles their old spirit that is colorful, enthusiastic, and delicate, yet also melancholy and mysterious. A mixture of hot and cold, light and dark. Martin Dupont’s music is considered electronic though they also incorporate guitars and clarinets. They are described by many as New Wave, though their music truly transcends genres.

Deux – Let’s Go ! [MW080]

February 15, 2023February 15, 2023 hipodromedeux, minimal synth, minimal wave records, new beat, synth popLeave a comment

Minimal Wave presents a 4-song EP by the iconic French synth duo, Deux, entitled Let’s Go !. Gérard Pelletier and Cati Tête formed Deux shortly after meeting in Lyon in 1981. They became known for their stripped-down synth pop compositions and suitably cold duets, through their archival Minimal Wave releases Decadence (2010) and Golden Dreams EP (2012). In the late 1980s and early 1990s, they began to branch out and make more dancefloor-oriented music. The Let’s Go ! EP features three remastered mixes of their underground classic Let’s Go ! and an unreleased version of Everybody’s Night (Dirty Mix).

Ali Renault – Stone Tape EP [NN024]

February 14, 2023February 14, 2023 hipodromeali renault, electro, nocta numerica recordsLeave a comment

New releases have been a little sporadic from Ali Renault in recent times. The Cyber Dance and Vivod boss was last spotted out with a EP in 2021, but he’s back in full force with this outstanding EP on Nocta Numerica. Ali Renault conjures up some spellbinding atmospheres from his synths across the whole EP, proving his place at the forefront of stripped back synth gear for those who like it a little darker.

D_Roots – Shape of The Roots Part. 2 [KL-NR11B]

February 14, 2023March 1, 2023 hipodromed roots, detroit techno, electro, klakson nr, klakson recordingsLeave a comment

Shapes of the Roots is a two piece project by D_Roots. On Part 2 the Italian producer shows the deeper side of his production skills with 4 beautiful, driving Detroit electro/techno tracks.

Der Panther und die Gestalten – Triumph [DERPANTHER003]

February 14, 2023February 14, 2023 hipodromeder panther, die gestalten, electro, panther schallplattenLeave a comment

Dark-driving electro anthems by Der Panther and Die Gestalten. The record is made from recycled vinyl. Many different colored records have been recycled so each copy has a slightly different color. There are also a few easter eggs hidden. The cover is made from recycled cardboard and printed with vegan ink. the inner sleeve is made from a used inner sleeve that is in mint condition.

Cygnus – My Style [SCV06]

February 14, 2023February 14, 2023 hipodromecygnus, electro, phillip washington, science cult, techno, the exalticsLeave a comment

Texas based Electro artist Cygnus arrives on Science Cult with a timeless cyberfunk 4 track EP. Expertly programmed beats and bass lines mixed with lush synths and vocoders make for an unforgettably smooth sound. Rounding out the EP is an energetic stomper of a remix by The Exaltics.

The Spy – Snakeskin [MTROND012]

February 13, 2023May 17, 2024 hipodromeacid, album, ebm, electro, mechatronica digital, mechatronica music, techno, the spy, wessel janssenLeave a comment

The Spy debuts on Mechatronica with a dark, cosmic and hypnotising collection of tracks. On Snakeskin, the Dutch DJ and producer dips into electro, wave, techno, industrial and UK bass to mold an album that distinctly showcases his variety of styles and musical output, from gloomy slo-rollers to futuristic floor anthems and beyond.

TLXCO – Ogni Giorno Verso La Morte [DC019]

February 13, 2023January 28, 2026 hipodromeacid, dead channel records, electro, pietro giubilato, techno, tlxcoLeave a comment

Scorching EP from Dead Channel alum and acid master, TLXCO. Stripped down, but dense and tense, this 4-tracker is filled with huge delayed 303s, booming gained-out drums, and desolate atmospherics. Literally translated as ‘Every Day Towards Death’, this bleak acid masterpiece brings you one step closer.