Kyle Hall – Crimson Clouds [APNEA113]

January 1, 2025January 1, 2025 hipodromeapnea, detroit house, kyle hallLeave a comment

Detroit’s stalwart Kyle Hall is back on Apnea Records with “Crimson Clouds,” his second release for the label following the acclaimed “Cosmic Touch.” This acid-infused record is a tribute to Detroit’s electronic legacy, drawing inspiration from the 90s sound of labels like Matrix and Underground Resistance, all while injecting Hall’s unmistakable modern flair. Tracks like “Acid Tea” showcase Hall’s acid-driven approach, delivering a dancefloor twister that’s pure bliss. Meanwhile, “Nimbus” stands out with its syncopated rhythms and soulful synth lines, and “Told Them Before” brings raw, head-spinning techno energy to the forefront. With “Crimson Clouds,” Kyle Hall delivers another essential record that bridges classic Detroit sounds with his unique modern twist.

Black Eyes – Hydro-Trip Vol. 2 [LC2097-005]

January 1, 2025January 1, 2025 hipodromeblack eyes, deep house, detroit house, lost control 2097, matthew jesus, walt jLeave a comment

Lost Control 2097 present the follow up to last years debut Hydro-Trip Vol. 1 EP from Berlin based producer Black Eyes. Hydro-Trip Vol. 2 is a mixture of warm rugged soulful house drawing inspirations from the oceans wildly flowing life. A combination of subterranean chord rawness, crunchy drum workouts, sleazy basement vox and a very dope remix from Detroit myth-like producer ‘Walt J’ round off an EP constructed for the real deep house katz. As per usual, scuba gear is heavily encouraged.

RekaB – Random Fragments EP [YRE-054]

December 26, 2024December 24, 2024 hipodromedeep house, detroit house, rekab, yore recordsLeave a comment

ReKaB drops a strong four-track EP, rooted firmly in the Detroit sound with a nod to the soulful techno styles that shaped the UK underground in the 90s. This is his second EP for Cologne’s YORE Records. The production, as always, is spot on—sharp, detailed, and endlessly listenable. While the tracks carry the weight of tradition, they’re not stuck in it. There’s a fresh, forward-facing energy here that keeps things exciting.

Theo Parrish – Traffic Jams [SS102]

December 4, 2024December 2, 2024 hipodromedetroit, detroit house, sound signature, theo parrishLeave a comment

Detroit innovator and singular soundsmith Theo Parrish returns with a new EP which we’re told is his response to “stagnation and nonmovement” either physiologically, mentally or physically. ‘Positive Mental Attitude Solves All’ is up first and is a tribute to the late great funk-father Amp Fiddler. It’s a typically deep cut with dusty drums and irregular, scruffy percussive lines layered in next to diffuse synth warmth and soulful melodies. ‘Traffic Jams’ plays with similar signature themes and is sure to loosen up mind, body and soul. Another standout bit of work from the venerable Motor City man.

Omar S – O Maarr [AOS893]

November 4, 2024November 18, 2024 hipodromealex smith, detroit house, fxhe records, house, omar sLeave a comment

Detroit house maverick and FXHE boss man Omar S is back with a new EP named seemingly in honour of himself. And why not? Few house producers can touch him even 20-plus years into his career. The title cut ‘O Maarr’ is dry, paired back but immediately catchy with a loved-up vocal loop and knackered kicks that bump along nicely. The second track ‘Glass’ is for lovers of lo-fi sounds of the sort that this man has made his signature. Searching synths circle the dusty analogue drums and coarse claps add some raw texture. ‘Bug Off’ is another archetypal Omar S cut – pensive chords that are whimsical and inwardly reflective over chunky beats and bass with brighter chords bursting out of the mix to bring a hint of optimism.

Rick Wade – Detroit Noir EP [RMCE025]

October 17, 2024November 1, 2024 hipodromedeep house, detroit house, rawax, rawax motor city edition, rick wadeLeave a comment

Rawax welcomes back Mr. Rick Wade on the 25th Rawax Motor City Edition. It’s the 4th release form Rick Wade on this series, which is dedicated to the Love for Detroit Music.

Andrés – GT Flips 313-006 [GTFLIPS313-006]

October 17, 2024December 24, 2024 hipodromeandres, detroit, detroit house, gt flipsLeave a comment

DJ Dez Andres drops new heat on his label GT Flips. The man is a beat-making machine, extraordinary DJ and avid record collector who distils all that house and hip-hop knowledge into his always stylish cuts. ‘No 1’ opens up this latest jam on GT Flips and has a boogie-fried lead synth line, deep drums and chopped vocals that amp up the party but also have plenty of heart to them. ‘Doobie’ is the flipside offering and it finds Andres sampling another 80s soul classic and reworking it over some of his textbook and textured drums that perfectly straddle the house and hip-hop divide.

Orlando Voorn – Power Of Beauty [CONTRA-011]

September 20, 2024September 18, 2024 hipodromecontrafact records, deeptrax records, detroit house, dj qu, orlando voornLeave a comment

Deeptrax Records and Contrafact continue their mission to deliver high-quality, groundbreaking electronic music with the release of seminal Dutch electronic producer Orlando Voorn’s ‘Power Of Beauty EP’. This new deep house masterpiece features four original tracks and a remix from the mighty DJ QU.

Body Mechanic – Electrosoul LP [DTR002/DTR003]

September 14, 2024September 13, 2024 hipodromealbum, body mechanic, detroit, detroit house, detroit techno, detroit techno records, electroLeave a comment

Body Mechanic has been turning out definitive Motor City techno on solid labels like Cryovac, and GASS for several years. This time out he lands-on Detroit Techno and serves up, well, some electro. It’s classic 313 tackle though – heavy on the kicks, snappy snares and filthy dirty basslines that make you want to move. Ghoulish vocals add extra grit to the opener and from there ‘Dance’ gets more playful with jittery drum funk and scratching, ‘Beautiful Bum’ has a gorgeously tender and reflective vibe thanks to the minor chords and smooth electro rhythms, ‘Magic (feat Tay) ‘ slips into a deep and soulful house groove and ‘Househead’ is jacked up, loopy and well swung amongst several more timeless cuts.

Reggie Dokes / Red D – RD² Volume [PSY043]

September 6, 2024September 5, 2024 hipodromedeep house, detroit house, psychostasia recordings, re-release, red d, reggie dokes, reissue, we play house recordingsLeave a comment

Over 20 years of friendship and Reggie Dokes and Red D are still at it. Their first joint E.P. was released on Red D’s We Play House Recordings label and kicked off the label’s much-lauded U.S. Series in 2019. Moving back across the pond we now find Reggie and Bart sharing a release on Reggie’s legendary Psychostasia imprint. On the A-side Reggie is bringing his trademark sound and taking it deeper than ever. Moody melancholy paired with solid beats and drums to take you into deep house heaven. On the flip Red D brings his Detroit inspiration into deep and swinging techno territory reminding us of Scan 7 and the likes with a vocal that gives a respectful nod to an Underground Resistance classic.

JR Disc – Ep 2 [DBS#2]

August 29, 2024October 29, 2024 hipodromedetroit basics, detroit house, house, jr discLeave a comment

Detroit Basics is back with more magnificent machine music. And once again it is JR Disc who is serving up the sounds. ‘Beautiful Blue Pillow’ kicks off and sounds like Kraftwerk making funk electro complete with vocoder vocals and silky grooves. ‘Mean Mugg’ is a more rough and ready deep house sounds with frazzled synths growing ever more prominent and last of all, ‘Under The Ground’ shuts down with some stomping drums and glistening melodic pixels that rain down the face for a futuristic feel.

Andrés – GTFlip313-002 [GTFLIP313-002]

August 9, 2024December 24, 2024 hipodromeandres, detroit, detroit house, electro, funk, gt flips, spot lite recordsLeave a comment

From the wide-ranging livestream sets he does from his basement to the sprawling hip hop and house albums he does for Moodymann’s Mahogany via disco-laced house anthems like ‘New 4 U’, Andres always unites this music with a unique sense of groove and emotion. That is still true now as he steps out on GT Flips with a bunch of electro-leaning cuts that are classy yet primed and ready to ignite any party. Track 2 is a quick and punch one with ghetto undercurrents and jazzy keys, Track 4 is an excellent ass-wiggler with expertly deployed vocal hooks and Track 3 is a stripped-back bumper with a feel-good vibe.

Andrés – GTFlip313-001 [GTFLIP313-001]

August 9, 2024December 24, 2024 hipodromeandres, detroit, detroit house, electro, funk, gt flips, spot lite recordsLeave a comment

Detroit mainstay and masterful hip hop and deep house fusionist Andres is back with not one but two new EPs. For this first one, he brings some silky electro rhythms to his signature sound but doesn’t forgo that irresistible sense of r&b lushness he is known for. Track 1 brings a heart-aching vocal sample to quick beats and pristine snares, Track 2 has skittish rhythms topped with snapping snares and another classic, well-worked sample, then Track 3 takes off to the cosmos on ice-cold electro rhythms topped with plaintive chords. There is a hint of acid squelchy to Track 4 but it still somehow sounds very much like Andres.

Howard Thomas – Skin Breaker LP [SS100]

August 1, 2024September 17, 2024 hipodromealbum, detroit, detroit house, detroit techno, h-fusion, howard thomas, sound signatureLeave a comment

Theo Parrish’s venerated Sound Signature label hits the notable milestone of 100 releases with this new double album, Skin Breaker, from Howard Thomas. ”The inspiration for ‘Skin Breaker’ comes from my early years of watching sci-fi films. Howard has always been fascinated by them . As a huge fan of 80s beat tracks and 80s sci-fi, Howard aimed to blend those influences into this project. This project is a tribute to the sounds and styles that have inspired him.”

vinyl / cassette

Reggie Dokes – The Vault Vol. 1 LP [CONTRA009]

June 22, 2024June 25, 2024 hipodromealbum, contrafact records, deeptrax records, detroit house, reggie dokesLeave a comment

“The Vault Vol. 1” is an auditory voyage through the heart of Detroit’s finest dusty crates, a compilation of beats and melodies meticulously crafted by esteemed producer Reggie Dokes. Dokes unveils a treasure trove of his finest deep house creations, never before released on vinyl. Delve into the hypnotic rhythms, lush harmonies, and pulsating basslines that define Dokes’ signature sound, as he seamlessly blends elements of house and soul to create an immersive sonic experience.

Los Hermanos – Remember Detroit [GM-03]

June 22, 2024June 20, 2024 hipodromedetroit, detroit house, detroit techno, gerald mitchell, los hermanos, rawax, rawax motor city editionLeave a comment

Rawax presents the 3rd release on Rawax Motor City series by Gerald Mitchell under his Los Hermanos alias. “Remember Detroit” is a beautiful piece of Music which makes you feel the pulse of this City.

JR Disc – Thrust [DBS#1]

May 22, 2024May 22, 2024 hipodromedetroit basics, detroit house, detroit techno, jr discLeave a comment

Introducing Detroit’s newest sensation in house music, JR Disc. Hailing from the legendary birthplace of techno, JR Disc brings a fresh perspective to the scene with their dynamic beats and infectious rhythms.

Gigi Galaxy – Spirit World [DET313F]

May 10, 2024May 8, 2024 hipodromedet 313, detroit house, detroit techno, gary martin, gigi galaxyLeave a comment

Detroit based Gary Martin aka Gigi Galaxy is back on DET313 with 3 massive tracks.

Marcellus Pittman – Pick Yourself Up [UNI1008]

May 10, 2024May 8, 2024 hipodromecrystal procedures, deep house, detroit house, marcellus pittman, unirhythm recordsLeave a comment

Pittman returns on his own imprint with a release that has been circulating as a white label. The Detroit badman does the right thing and gives it an official pressing. A-side jam ‘Pick Yourself Up’ (feat Crystal Procedures) is dusty, loopy, trippy house with swirling vocals adding to the late-night feel, then ‘Ode 2 Juan’ slows things down to smoky basement house vibes with melancholic pads bringing hints of light to the muggy atmosphere.

Omar S – All The Little Hands Around [AOS-1105]

April 25, 2024November 18, 2024 hipodromealex smith, detroit house, fxhe records, house, omar sLeave a comment

Omar S’ first outing of 2024 on his own FXHE opens up with ‘Life Force’ which pairs Smith’s unique drum sounds – brushed metal, scruffy, raw – with his super sweet synths that always bring the warmth and soul. ‘All The Little Hand’s Around’ is another metallic sound tech house cut with celebratory chord loops up top and well-treated samples, then ‘Evil J’ shuts down with rasping basslines and glistening 80s keys. Another fine 12″ from the Detroit don.