Multicast Dynamics – Ancient Circuits [AI-17]

February 16, 2020January 26, 2024 hipodromealbum, ambient, astral industries, drone, experimental, multicast dynamics, samuel van dijk, vc-118aLeave a comment

Multicast Dynamics returns with a sixth studio album that marks something of a new chapter. Ancient Circuits is an advancement from previous works on Denovali and one that stands the project aside as a powerful electronic act that tells stories while also serving up heavy hitting soundscapes that are persuasive, unexpected and disturbing. Each of the four 25-minute pieces of Ancient Circuits are clearly demarcated yet sequential sci-fi stories that introduce new characters and are drawn out of long and complex studio experiments. They are collages of sound that glimmer, disturb, shine, dive deep and explore new realms and make for ambient so arresting that it pulls you deep inside. Once again here, Multicast Dynamics draws together cinematic sound design and conceptual intergalactic fiction to come up with a work that is a multi-sensory exploration that puts you as the central character in an expressive musical world.

Move D & Benjamin Brunn – Let’s Call It A Day [SMALLVILLELP13]

February 16, 2020February 14, 2020 hipodromealbum, ambient, benjamin brunn, binemusic, david moufang, experimental, move d, re-release, reissue, smallville recordsLeave a comment

Smallville Records reissues Move D (David Moufang) and Benjamin Brunn’s 2006 collaborative album, “Let’s Call It A Day” released on BineMusic. This is a complete piece built from seven sections, each one is a microcosm of unique textures, depth, ambience, emotions, programming, looping and melodic rules; Together they are a homogenous creation, a symphony that culminate in dance music experiencing elevation. The way Moufang and Brunn fuse different genres together without committing to any musical doctrine, makes them appear prophetic. However, it is in no sense a retrospect feeling; even at the time it was clear that the perceptions, experience, vision, and delicacy of this album were outstanding.

Psyk – Opal Lake [NON040]

February 16, 2020February 15, 2020 hipodromearchitectural, deep techno, dub techno, manuel anós, non series, psykLeave a comment

Spanish DJ and producer Psyk returns to his own NON Series with ‘Opal Lake’. This 40th release on the imprint and also the first release of 2020 is a stellar four track techno pack including a collaboration with fellow Spanish producer Architectural. Opening track ‘Biting Nails’ sees a new studio collaboration between the two Spanish techno legends. It’s a deep and emotive jam showing a surprisingly melodic side of both producers. Title track ‘Opal Lakes’ is the most powerful outing on the EP, fierce and driving rhythms melting into hazy atmospheres. With its crispy snares ‘Bell Tair’ flips the energy with an on-point minimalistic percussion workout where ‘Outline’ and its deep drums acidic riffs drags you below see level into a bright and lively underwater world.

Head Front Panel – HFP 14 [HFP014]

February 15, 2020February 13, 2020 hipodromehead front panel, john heckle, tabernacle records, technoLeave a comment

Proper banging techno by Head Front Panel aka John Heckle. Relentless analogue techno tracks rooted in the early and mid 90’s styles. Intense, atmospheric, bass heavy, percussive, raw techno gems for the dancefloor. Includes beautifully crafted + absorbing ambient interludes. A definite nod to Jeff Mills 90’s Axis / Waveform Transmissions.

Jeroen Search – Inner Call [TOKEN92]

February 15, 2020December 4, 2020 hipodromejeroen search, minimal techno, techno, tokenLeave a comment

The Dutch techno producer, Jeroen Search, debuts on Token with Inner Call, a four track EP showcasing the veteran’s dynamic, puristic approach to the genre. A powerful, streamlined vision of contemporary techno, Inner Call highlights the producer’s time honoured ability to walk the line between pulsing, hypnotic workouts & outright peak time tools – stripping back the work to include nothing but the most vital components to deadly effect.

Chris Mitchell – SOF 006 [SOF006]

February 14, 2020October 21, 2021 hipodromeacid, chris mitchell, electro, squirrels on filmLeave a comment

Vanguard Sound’s Chris Mitchell follows his contribution to Squirrels On Acid with an EP of four absolute Rippers at the intersection of classic booty bass & new-school goth electro.

Itako – All Human – No Conditions [RAS003]

February 14, 2020February 15, 2020 hipodromeacid, electro, itako, mr tc, new beat, reach another systemLeave a comment

‘All Human – No Conditions” is the first solo EP by the French producer Itako. The opener “The Country That Does Not Exist” is a slow burning and bass-driven tune in which hypnotic synth and acid lines merge with North African vocal pieces. Thereafter, Itako shows with “Freehands Desire” his darker side. A mid-tempo composition with massive drum patterns and forward-moving melodies. On the flip side, “Groove That Dust” is screwing the tempo back down. Six minutes based on a 90s Hip-Hop sample with an irresistible groove where we assume no one can stand still. The release is rounded off with a remix by MR TC. The Glasgow based musician stretched “The Country That Does Not Exist” into a tribal workout with breaks in which he lets the machines speak for themselves.

Gnork – Lost In X [EPZ002]

February 14, 2020February 12, 2020 hipodromeearth plates, electro, gnork, houseLeave a comment

Introducing Earth Plates’ second pressing, Gnork’s latest EP, Lost in X. The Budapest based producer takes his signature sound further, deeper, and more refined. Wonder how that would sound like? Imagine underwater infused with outer space, chunky electro beats with dusty organs, dark wharehouse vibes with soul wrenching satellite bleeps, 707 drums with cheesy synth solos.

Cheaps – Moliendo Cafe [ZYX1035-12]

February 13, 2020February 11, 2020 hipodromecheaps, flemming dalum, hysteric, italo-disco, zyx musicLeave a comment

Timeless Italo classic gets a repress. Includes all three original mixes and adds two more by Flemming Dalumm and Hysteric.

Masarima – Freak Like U [ROYAL048]

February 13, 2020December 17, 2025 hipodromeclone records, clone royal oak, dario di pace, disco, house, masarima, mystic jungle, raffaele arcella, whodamannyLeave a comment

Italian proto house vibes on this new Clone Royal Oak 12”. An elegant Mystic Jungle & Whodamanny production that’s ready to be a regular force on dancefloors from Rimini to NYC and the Chitown. The classy vocal heavy club mix is backed up by the re-mix and freak-appella.

Rajan James – Impossible Dreams [LER1024]

February 13, 2020December 16, 2020 hipodromedisco, left ear records, rajan james, re-release, reissueLeave a comment

Rajan James, the Jamaican-born English-raised musician’s ‘Impossible Dreams’ is an inspirational sax-laced single that walks a fine line between North American boogie and British synth-pop influences of the 1980’s, yet manages to sound distinctly her own. Left Ear have salvaged both the unreleased full-length versions, including the instrumental for a 12” single.

VA – 303 707 EP [303707]

February 12, 2020February 11, 2020 hipodromeacid, planet rhythm records, techno, unknown artistLeave a comment

The 7th edition of Planet Rhythm’s 303 series compiles 4 highly functional acid cuts by 4 different anonymous artists.

Reka X Imperial black Unit – Todo Avaricia [F//016]

February 12, 2020December 1, 2020 hipodromeelectro, fleisch records, imperial black unit, industrial, pablo bozzi, reka, techno, templər, umweltLeave a comment

‘Todo Avaricia’ by Reka and the duo Imperial Black Unit is the result of an immediate and natural connection forged between the three artists, through a jam session that swiftly and intuitively yielded three tracks of stylistically diverse yet demonstrably cohesive sounds. Featuring the sampled voices of Che Cuevara, Pablo Neruda and original vocals by Reka herself, the EP plays the role of an urgent call to action against political and environmental injustice, conveyed via the musical substrate of new beat, industrial and EBM, fused into a landscape of techno and undeniably constructed for the dancefloor. The EP is rounded off with a heavy-hitting remix of the title track by the prolific Umwelt, in his signature dramatic style.

Millsart – Every Dog Has Its Day part 5 [AX085]

February 11, 2020February 10, 2020 hipodromealbum, axis records, detroit techno, jeff mills, millsartLeave a comment

This New Year, Jeff Mills is inviting us to look inward in the form of his Every Dog Has Its Day series. The last time we had an installment came 17 years ago, just enough time for a periodical cicada to emerge from theground, finished with its former life as a nymph. The sixth edition of this series is soon to follow in spring dressed in brown, continuing to deliver a spiritual and emotional raft for you to see that Every Dog Has Its Day. Mills himself has said, “You never figure out life, you just get used to it.” Reflected in this record is that sentiment, that life doesn’t present to you the answers because there are none. What is right and just for you, may not be for me, so how can I share with you any secrets. Electronic music can act as a guide, a catalyst of your headspace; it is not the map.

Orbe – Mechanische Apparate [ORB010]

February 11, 2020February 20, 2020 hipodromedetroit techno, fernando sanz, minimal techno, orbe, orbe recordsLeave a comment

Orbe is the long going Madrid based funk and techno veteran. His first release of 2020 is the 10th release on his own ORBE imprint. The EP entitled ‘Mechanische Apparate’ includes five mesmerizing techno trips. Focused on coherence and hypnotism, these five deep tools are essential for the most refined techno DJ’s.

Shinedoe – Feelings EP [RSPX19]

February 11, 2020November 20, 2020 hipodromedetroit techno, rekids, rekids special projects, shinedoeLeave a comment

Shinedoe joins Rekids Special Projects with a synth-driven techno release entitled ‘Feelings EP’. ‘Feelings’ opens on a 90s rave tip with arpeggiated synths, delayed hats, rolling snares and distant voices before ‘Roots Are Calling’ dives in as Shinedoe brings her African grooves back to techno with rattling percussion, reverbed plucks, enticing tom hits and saturated claps. On the flip ‘Nature Save Us’ bounces with mid-range bass, 909 like beat programming, whistling lasers and subtle strings until the ‘Beats Mix’ finalises with a rhythmically charged edit, featuring vocals from Shinedoe herself, pulsing with classic cymbals and sublime layered vocals.

Daniele Cosmo says Yes

February 10, 2020February 6, 2020 hipodromedaniele cosmo, industrial, lux rec, minimal synth, podcast, synth wave, techno, yesLeave a comment

Elena Sizova – Comme des Larmes podcast #17

February 10, 2020November 9, 2020 hipodromecomme des larmes, elena sizova, experimental, industrial, minimal synth, podcast1 Comment

Rabih Beaini Interview

February 9, 2020February 7, 2020 hipodromedekmantel records, interview, morphosis, rabih beainiLeave a comment

Men With Secrets – Psycho Romance and Other Spooky Ballads [BK041]

February 9, 2020February 11, 2020 hipodromealbum, donato dozzy, electro, experimental, lino monaco, men with secrets, nicola buono, retina.it, techno, the bunkerLeave a comment

Donato Dozzy collaborates with Retina.it on a new dark and sleazy electro project, Men With Secrets. After Dozzy’s first project with Retina.it (aka Lino Monaco and Nicola Buono), under the moniker Le Officine Di Efesto on Spazio Disponibile, fresh ideas would fast unfold. “They quickly discovered a shared love of classic post-punk, wave, and synthpop, and not long after, Men With Secrets was born.” Drawing influence from the likes of Richard Bone, Cabaret Voltaire, The Human League, New Order, and even Dopplereffekt, the trio stamp out their own sound with ‘neither imitation nor rehash.’ Their debut thirteen track album, titled Psycho Romance and Other Spooky Ballads, will land on none other than The Bunker NY.