Ashrr – Sunshine Low LP [ASHRRLP01]

October 1, 2024September 26, 2024 hipodrome2020 vision recordings, album, ashrr, disco, funkLeave a comment

L.A. threesome Ashrr aka lead vocalist Steven Davis and producer-musician-vocalists Josh Charles and Ethan Allen are back with a brilliant new album for Ralph Lawson’s superb 20/20 Vision Recordings that finds them working by the old mantra of ‘art for art’s sake’. This effortlessly eclectic record collides electronic soul, post-punk, space disco and indie-dance and is rich in melancholic melody, hazy, late-summer moods and late-night dancing. The vocals bring an indie edge to jangling delights like ‘Please Don’t Stop The Rain’ while ‘What’s Been Turning You On’ is a laidback and languid groove for lazy sessions.

Los Hermanos – On Another Level LP [LHLP-001]

September 30, 2024September 26, 2024 hipodromealbum, detroit, detroit techno, gerald mitchell, los hermanos, re-release, reissue, submergeLeave a comment

A true Detroit Techno masterpiece gets a well overdue re-master and re-press. Los Hermanos ‘On Another Level’, originally released on Submerge in 2005, is an unmissable collection of the most soulful spiritual techno ever made.Here with a new tracklisting including nthems like ‘Birth of 3000’, ‘Quetzal’ and ‘Resurrection’!

Jeroen Search – One Dimension EP [SYNCRO51]

September 30, 2024September 26, 2024 hipodromejeroen search, minimal techno, syncrophone recordings, technoLeave a comment

Syncrophone Records present Dutch producer Jeroen Search’s brand new “One Dimension” EP. Across its 5 unreleased tracks, Jeroen Search pushes further his exploration of minimal textures and hypnotic rhythms. Opener “OneDimension” plunges the listener into a meditative trance with its lancing, repetitive groove. “Night Driver” follows with an obsessive bassline that seems to have no beginning or end. The atmosphere grows darker and more introspective on “Cypher”, before “A form OF” and “Snake Shifter” bring the EP to an epic, reverberating climax.

DYL & Senking – Diving Saucer Attack [KALK134LP]

September 29, 2024September 26, 2024 hipodromealbum, ambient, dyl, eduard costea, electronics, experimental, karaoke kalk, romanian, senkingLeave a comment

Senking and DYL team up again. ‘Diving Saucer Attack’ is the first full-length record by the German artist and his Romanian collaborator, released through the Berlin-based Karaoke Kalk label. The six pieces, two of which were produced individually, both showcase the duo’s shared interests for dub-heavy, adventurous electronic music while also emphasising the productive friction generated by the subtle differences between their respective approaches.

214 – Easing Into The Night [FR060]

September 29, 2024October 23, 2024 hipodrome214, chris roman, electro, frustrated funkLeave a comment

Enigmatic Electro producer & DJ, 214 with a new release on Frustrated Funk.

Siamak Amidi vs hm505 – Crack A Love Ball [SYNAPSIS-019]

September 28, 2024September 26, 2024 hipodromeexperimental, hakim murphy, hm505, siamak amidi, synapsis records, technoLeave a comment

After a brief hiatus, Synapsis Records returns triumphantly with a captivating 12″ release by Iranian artist Siamak Amidi, accompanied by reinterpretations from hm505. Synapsis-019, titled “Crack A Love Ball,” showcases two original tracks from Amidi on the A side, while the B side features two mesmerizing reinterpretations by hm505.

Yolek – Systems [Brainwaves]

September 28, 2024September 26, 2024 hipodromebrainwaves, breaks, downtempo, electro, yolekLeave a comment

Brainwaves is an electronic music label from Geneva, Switzerland. ‘4818’ is an epic plunge into the world of Yolek, deploying a kit faithful to its influences: sharp drums with a hip-hop groove, steady bass guiding the trance and mysterious synth lines. The dark yet driving character of this first track also demonstrates the simplicity with which Yolek takes us along: every sample is in its place, nothing sticks out, and it’s strangely beautiful. ‘Alice Soundsystem’ continues in full force: with an electro-downtempo rhythm and a cliff-hanger arpeggio, the track develops a tension worthy of the most difficult investigations to solve. The obscure dance continues amidst interspersed vocals and oscillators, as Yolek’s machines unleash their full potential to solve this case.

Hermit In A Rave Cave – Hermit In A Rave Cave Pt. 3 [CJFD39]

September 27, 2024September 25, 2024 hipodromeclone jack for daze, clone records, danny wolfers, hermit in a rave cave, house, legowelt, technoLeave a comment

Part 3 in Legowelt’s latest project ”Hermit in a Rave Cave”. Even lower slung house tracks with a twist from the unpredictable and unparalleled brain that roams the dunes of the Hague. Also responsible for Salamandos, Squadra Blanco, Polarius and a swath of other mysterious aliases.

DJ Rush – Childs Play [CCE043]

September 27, 2024October 14, 2024 hipodromechicago, chicago house, chiwax, chiwax classic edition, dance mania, dj rush, rawax, re-release, reissueLeave a comment

Classic DJ Rush in the rebound. Rawax annouce 3 releases by the Chicago Legend on Chiwax Classic Edition. The first one is the former Dance Mania bomb from 1991 called “Childs Play”.

Circadian Rhythms – Basic Moves 20 LP [BM020]

September 26, 2024September 25, 2024 hipodromealbum, basic moves, circadian rhythms, dj deg, house, technoLeave a comment

Basic Moves is rounding off their release series with BM20, a final double 12’’ by one of the major figures from the Belgian underground: Circadian Rhythms also known as Dj Deg. BM20 is a sonic witness of Deg’s first musical encounters with his machines, revealing a withdrawn selection of six bedroom patchwork tracks produced between the years of ‘93 & ’99, a time without access to the internet or user manuals to help you solve the riddles of technology. Though only at the very beginning of his creative process, Deg’s unique personality is nevertheless already clearly identifiable: blending techno with jazz, where the sharp edges of 16-step drum-sequences are smudged and bent in different directions.

Perseus Traxx – In the Shadow of Birkby Fell [GTD026]

September 26, 2024September 25, 2024 hipodromeacid house, gated recordings, house, nigel rogers, perseus traxxLeave a comment

For his second outing on Gated, Perseus Traxx expands on tracks that debuted during a live set in 2021. The A-side kicks things off in typically deep bass-led style, with the acidic breaky Sheet 96, followed by the title track In the Shadow of Birkby Fell, which takes things a tad tougher. Flipping to the B, Ancestral Technologies kicks out the most up-tempo of the four tracks, while The Edge of Time closes the EP with a warped, lo-fi groover for the early hours that brings back a touch of the breaks.

Dame Area – Toda La Verdad Sobre Dame Area LP [MNQ166]

September 25, 2024September 25, 2024 hipodromealbum, dame area, ebm, humo records, industrial, mannequin records, post punkLeave a comment

Dame Area unveil their highly anticipated fourth studio album, “Toda la verdad sobre Dame Area” (“The Whole Truth about Dame Area”), a collaboration with the renowned labels Mannequin Records and Humo Records. Formed in 2017 within the vibrant underground scene of Barcelona’s Màgia Roja club, Dame Area comprises the Italian-Catalan duo Silvia Konstance and Viktor Lux Crux. They fuse industrial-tribal polyrhythms with minimalist synth basslines, drawing profound inspiration from avant-garde masters such as Esplendor Geometrico, Throbbing Gristle, Suicide, Einstürzende Neubauten, Can, Coil, Swans, Big Black, and Wolf Eyes. This record represents a new phase in Dame Area’s discography. It’s a big step up in terms of sound, composition and ideas. This record it’s the perfect representation of what they have been playing live the last three years and what most people know them for.

Shaknis – Neturi Vietos [MMS005]

September 25, 2024September 25, 2024 hipodromealbum, breaks, cassette, dark wave, electro, meta moto, shaknisLeave a comment

Meta Moto presents the fifth solo album on their platform. ‘Neturi Vietos’ comes from Lithuanian producer Darius Siuipys aka Shaknis. Shaknis is a highly talented producer, mixing and mastering nerd, analog gear collector, Eurorack synth builder, and all-around genuine lad. His new album showcases a blend of pure electro with elements of breakbeat.

M.S. – Radiation Dance [MAINRECORDS12]

September 25, 2024December 24, 2024 hipodromeebm, electro, m.s., mainrecords, matt star, matthias schildger, new beatLeave a comment

Mainrecords is back with the long awaited “Radiation Dance EP” by co-labelowner Matthias Schildger.

Dry_Feel – Your Body Kills The Rhythm [OR130]

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024 hipodromecold wave, dry feel, ebm, electro, fluora, minimal synth, oraculo recordsLeave a comment

Dry_Feel is the personal project of the Greek label founder Dystatik, encompassing various types of experimental and darkwave music. This is what you will find in his vinyl debut, which includes a collaboration with Fluora. You can expect extremely fresh minimal synth, synthwave, EBM, dark elektro, and new beat tracks, all created with a dancefloor riot in mind.

Dark Vektor – 3 De Desembre De 2023 [OR129]

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024 hipodromealbum, dark vektor, electro, ombra festival, oraculo recordsLeave a comment

With over 100 releases to date Dark Vektor, is considered by everyone in the industry to be the most respected Spanish Elektro producer. On December 3, 2023, Dark Vektor played a historic live set at Ombra Festival. This tribute record includes 99% of the playlist from that performance, featuring tracks from his most acclaimed releases to date.

Asymetric80 – Rara Avis [OR128]

September 24, 2024September 24, 2024 hipodromeasymetric80, dark wave, ebm, industrial, oraculo records, synth wave, technoLeave a comment

The long-awaited return of the techno trance wizard Asymetric80 is finally here. You can once again expect his unique vision of what a dancefloor banger should be: powerful low drums and mesmerizing melodies dancing around the perfect bass to energize any dancefloor.

VA – Back Up Dos: Mexican Tecno Pop 1982-1989 LP [DE-323]

September 23, 2024September 23, 2024 hipodromecasino shanghai, compilation, dark entries records, ebm, interface, los agentes secretos, maria bonita, minimal synth, neo danza, synth pop, voces multiplesLeave a comment

Dark Entries returns to Mexico with Back Up Dos: Mexican Tecno Pop 1982-1989. Following 2021’s Back Up compilation, Back Up Dos delivers 10 more tracks of synth-pop and New Beat, 7 of which have never before appeared on vinyl. From mutant drum machine beats to irresistible synthesizer hooks, fans of the fringes of the 80s will find songs to stir their cold, dark hearts. But Back Up Dos does more than mine retro kitsch; it documents the development of a rich DIY music scene that is still underexplored. As affordable samplers and digital synths spread throughout the decade, post-punk and new wave gave way to more aggressive EBM and cyberpunk sounds. The scene also developed in opposition to the political climate of the times: the rise of the drug cartels and a reactionary turn in national politics. Using home recording techniques, these bands took cues from the electronic wizardry of the Human League and Wax Trax Records while reflecting the vibrant and chaotic Mexican cultural landscape of the era. On Back Up Dos, impeccable pop anthems from Casino Shanghai and Los Agentes Secretos sit alongside gnarled obscurities from Ford Proco and María Bonita, showcasing a decade of sly deviance and enthusiastic experimentation. Back Up Dos compiles synthetic music produced in Mexico at the crossroads from Tecno Pop to Post-Industrial, nourished by culture shock and stories of dystopian worlds.

GǼG – Anarcho Disco Vol. 2 [OM60]

September 23, 2024September 25, 2024 hipodromedisco, experimental, gaeg, house, keita sano, monkey timers, optimo musicLeave a comment

The project “GǼG” was started by Disko Klubb boss Monkey Timers, who leads Tokyo’s underground disco scene, and Keita Sano. Using a variety of sampling and unique FX, thier music has created a unique GǼG sound that is psychedelic and anarchic, dance music for the open-minded and genre-free crews. Optimo Music unleashes now their second volume from Anarcho Disco into the world.

Jiro Inagaki & Soul Media – Funky Stuff [HMJY211]

September 22, 2024September 20, 2024 hipodromecolumbia, funk, hiromasa suzuki, japan, jazz, jiro inagaki, re-release, reissue, soul mediaLeave a comment

2024 pressing of a Japanese Jazz-Funk classic. Little is documented about the creators of 1975’s ‘Funky Stuff’. Jiro Inagaki and his band’s legacy is almost entirely musical, devoid of the personal details that often accompany jazz musicians. To understand this album, it must be placed within its cultural context. Japan’s jazz scene, one of the largest per capita, has faced accusations of imitation and unoriginality. However, Inagaki’s work, particularly in the late ’60s and early ’70s fusion era, defies these stereotypes. Inagaki’s genre-blending began with 1970’s Head Rock, less experimental than Bitches Brew but equally dynamic. By 1975, Inagaki had embraced funk, culminating in Funky Stuff. The album, laden with rich bass-lines, wah-wah pedals, and layered percussion, opens with the danceable ‘Painted Paradise’. Pianist Hiromasa Suzuki, who wrote most tracks, shines, especially on the melancholic ‘Breeze’ and the bossa-nova ‘Gentle Wave’. Covers like Kool & The Gang’s ‘Funky Stuff’ and Wayne Henderson’s ‘Scratch’ are highlights. Funky Stuff joyously engages with funk’s rhythms, making it a delightful hidden gem.