Efdemin – Poly LP [OSTGUTLP38]

After a six-year hiatus, Efdemin returns with ‘Poly’ – his fifth studio album, released on the recently revived Berghain-affiliated label, Ostgut Ton. As the title suggests, ‘Poly’ explores multiplicity: of rhythm, texture, style, and emotion. Across eleven meticulously sculpted textures, the album weaves a multidimensional web of sonic references, nodding to the origins of techno while pushing resolutely into uncharted terrain. The overall tone of ‘Poly’ is mild and playful, introvert and at times dreamy. The music is rich in sonic expression and breathes the spirit of musical concepts that have been refined over the course of decades.

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Efdemin – Poly LP [OSTGUTLP38]

Andy Ash – Silent Planet EP [QUINTESSE97]

Andy Ash is a long time contributor to the sound of Quintessentials. The Liverpudlian shows superb diversity on his new EP called „Silent Planet“. The opener, „Patch 2“ is a stripped down masterpiece of Dub Techno and a perfect club tool. „Hross“ can be called Acid House, and you know we love that. The B-side shows more of a relaxed vibe with the beautiful string-laded „Franco alley“ and the smooth low BPM track „Yellow“. This silent planet has something to say and shows great variety of styles and Andy’s skills as a producer.

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Andy Ash – Silent Planet EP [QUINTESSE97]

Vakula – Cloud Bloom [7V200]

Vakula invites us on a sonic journey with his latest album titled “Cloud Bloom.” Composed of four tracks, this album explores the depths of deep and dub techno, creating atmospheres that envelop the listener in a unique experience. Most of the instruments are organic, complemented by analog synthesizers, giving it a warm and authentic touch. Each track is an exploration of sonic textures that evoke dreamlike landscapes and moments of introspection. It’s an ideal offering for those who appreciate immersive sounds and a hypnotic vibe.

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Vakula – Cloud Bloom [7V200]

Artefakt & Maayan Nidam – Collaborations II [DS-06]

Artefakt now team up with Maayan Nidam for a second part in their Collaborations series which is focused on live studio improvisations, capturing a raw energy and exploring new musical connections between the artists.

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Artefakt & Maayan Nidam – Collaborations II [DS-06]

Claudio PRC – Self Surrender LP [DSR161]

Claudio PRC’s fifth album, Self Surrender, unfolds as a reflective journey of self-acceptance, a story embracing reality in its purest and most unfiltered form. Released via Delsin Records, this marks his first full-length album on the label, following the EP’s Rites of Passage (2021), Challenger Deep (2022) and Golden Scales (2024). The album explores different and more leftfield sonic corners, while remaining true to Claudio’s cavernous, deep, and spiritual essence. It’s a journey through different styles, with echoes of the past and contemporary influences merging.

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Claudio PRC – Self Surrender LP [DSR161]

Luke Hess – Arkeo LP [DEEPLABS011]

”Arkeo is my most eclectic and techno-driven album to date. A fusion of my love for subterranean aesthetics and my deeply-rooted connection to Detroit’s underground music scene. While always keeping the dance floor in mind, this album also reflects something more personal: my spiritual journey and how it applies to my daily life.”

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Luke Hess – Arkeo LP [DEEPLABS011]

J.S. Zeiter – Delta EP [M0009]

MCMLXV might be on your radar for its quality output in the realms of dub techno. This time out though it veers more towards club tackle and is less heavy on the dub via the work of label head JS Zeiter. ‘Outline’ stars in a deep, pensive groove with glistening hi-hats cutting up the smooth bass. ‘Taken’ is another mid-tempo plodder that comes alive with nice heady synth curlicues that add some scale. ‘Navigate’ keeps these serene vibes flowing with more deft and wispy pads colouring the rooted beats and ‘Resistance’ shuts down with more swaggering bass.

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J.S. Zeiter – Delta EP [M0009]

Decoder – Anutva [DSR/C24]

Dallas based producer Decoder lands on Delsin with four versatile techno interpretations. From deep and immersive techno hypnotica to emotive electro bliss. It’s a well rounded EP with some type of elegance from a young producer who seems to have been doing this for decades. Decoder’s sound palette is warm and forceful, very direct yet still sensitive.

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Decoder – Anutva [DSR/C24]

Mike Inzinger – Final Report [MIR0005]

Mike Inzinger trades with a wide array of sounds, intersecting Ambient, Techno, Electro, House and Acid elements. The upcoming 4-track EP “Final Report” nods to Netherlands’ west coast electro bents, varying from surreal 808-driven groovy acidic realms to immersive atmospheric, spaced-out pads and repetitive percussive wanders

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Mike Inzinger – Final Report [MIR0005]

Session Restore / Bernhard Hudalla – Pathfinder EP [A.R.T.LESS2170]

At the end of the day, it’s about human touch, personal connection and emotional reactions. It is with great pleasure and more than happy to welcome Session Restore and Bernhard Hudalla to the family with a superb debut 12” for the Mojuba sublabel a.r.t.less. A friendship and collaboration that connects musical dots between Hanover and Leipzig results in the Pathfinder EP with four excellent tracks that range from the finest dubbed out to heartwarming, melodic deep Techno.

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Session Restore / Bernhard Hudalla – Pathfinder EP [A.R.T.LESS2170]

Dan Andrei – Numan’s Touch [RBHLL001]

Dan Andrei’s latest outing sees him inaugurating his own brand-new label alongside Claudiu Stefan. Rainbow Hill is a platform for their more personal ideas and starts with four more of Andrei’s brilliantly deft yet dramatic tracks. ‘Numan’s Touch’ kicks off with rolling drums and bass and a fine eco-system of cosmic pads, twinkling keys and fizzing synths that are theatrical and involving. ‘What Else?’ then gets darker and more intense with heady loops and wispy pads, and again the ante is upped and the darkness pervades once more on the tense and taught dub-tech roller ‘This Is What I See’. Last of all, ‘Bluer Than Ever’ floats above the floor with airy pads and radiant chords.

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Dan Andrei – Numan’s Touch [RBHLL001]

Atomic Moog – Biophile EP [APPIAN018]

French pair Atomic Moog are well versed in crafting effective club cuts with plenty of personality having done so on the likes of Lowless, Monument and Delsin. Now they land on the Appian Sounds label with some well crafted, warm and heady sounds laden with synth texture but of course with some hearty and heavy dub at their foundation. These are cuts for cultured floors and small back rooms that will surely prove to have timeless appeal. The brain fizzing pads and spangled rhythms of ‘Phased People’ make it our fave cut here.

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Atomic Moog – Biophile EP [APPIAN018]

C3D-E, Hashman – Understood [BUG_241]

C3D-E and Hashman’s collaborative release, Understood, presents a exciting blend of dub and minimal techno across its two tracks. On the A-side, ‘Understood’ offers a clean and hypnotic dub techno experience tailored for the dancefloor. With its perfect balance between deep atmospheric elements and groovy rhythms, this track is enjoyable from start to finish. Flipping to the B-side, ‘Denoise’ takes a more minimalistic approach while still delivering a dynamic techno experience. Infused with sci-fi sounds reminiscent of an alien universe, the track maintains a strong and bouncy beat that adds a sense of fun and energy to its overall vibe.

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C3D-E, Hashman – Understood [BUG_241]

Mike Dehnert – One EP [SYNCRO45]

Mike Dehnert drops his latest 4-track EP on Syncrophone Records. As the needle meets the groove, expect nothing short of electronic mastery, a testament to Dehnert’s unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of techno.

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Mike Dehnert – One EP [SYNCRO45]