Monty Luke – Nightdubbing LP [REKIDS237]

March 27, 2024March 26, 2024 hipodromealbum, deep house, detroit house, monty luke, rekidsLeave a comment

Rekids presents ‘Nightdubbing’, the second album from Monty Luke. The Black Catalogue boss and former Planet-E label manager Monty Luke eﬀortlessly traverses deep house and techno rife with bass-rattling low-end and experimental rhythms. It is no surprise, then, that the album is heavily inspired by ‘70s and mid-80s dub reggae, seeing Luke incorporate and modernise the genre’s iconic rhythms, spoken word poetry, and spacious bursts of harmony across the LP. Monty Luke spent ten formative years in Detroit, where the city’s unique musical spirit inﬂuenced him immensely. He has since distilled this experience into the music he has released. His raw, dub-infused sound comes with plenty of futuristic designs, and ‘Nightdubbing’ continues to push the boundaries of his music.

Orlando Voorn – The Master 2 LP [CONTRA007]

March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 hipodromealbum, contrafact records, deep house, deeptrax records, detroit, detroit house, orlando voornLeave a comment

Contrafact welcomes back Dutch icon and studio wizard, Orlando Voorn, who brings a fresh new sound with his second contribution to the label – a double vinyl album entitled ‘The Master 2’. On this long player we see Orlando delivering an album that flips the switch, moving through different shades of jazzy house, soulful funk, but still very much in Detroit zone. It’s an infectious mix of debonair soul and hi-tech jazzism injected with Voorn’s versatile palette of deep dynamics, next-level machine talk and otherworldly funk. Staying true to the velveteen house vibrations that’ve been the driving force to his seminal records through nearly three decades of mythology, Voorn drops a textbook sample of his lush and unhindered vision for innovative and soul inspiring music. This album rolls up its sleeves and pulls out a potent artillery of foot shuffling jazzy house beats, intricate drum work, and some bleached-out synths that will wash away all those the winter blues.

XDB – Chicago At Midnight [PRTR28]

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 hipodromedeep techno, delano smith, detroit house, kosta athanassiadis, pariter, sushitech records, xdbLeave a comment

Goettingen’s long standing dub techno servant XDB takes us to Chicago At Midnight with this new 12″ on Pariter. ‘Fenders’ is one and is a deliciously elastic rhythm with rolling kick drums setting a hypnotic groove as the bubbly synths rise up through the mix. ‘Cagomi’, more edgy and amped up with gritty hits and swaying bass, gets a new lease of life after first surfacing on XDB’s Metrolux Music back in 2009. The same cut gets a remix from Delano Smith that’s more rooted to the floor in the Detroit man’s usual textbook style.

Basic Realities – Dubtroit [VIBR026]

February 9, 2024December 11, 2024 hipodromebasic realities, detroit, detroit house, detroit techno, kevin saunderson, stefano curti, vibraphone recordsLeave a comment

Vibraphone Records starts the new year with another banger from Basic Realities. Dubtroit is a classic techno hommage to Motor City and it comes around with an stunning remix by the Legend, Mr. ”Inner City” Kevin Saunderson.

Byron The Aquarius – Dey Know Vol.1 [PHONOGRAMME40]

February 9, 2024October 31, 2024 hipodromebrandon banks, byron the aquarius, deep house, detroit house, jordan gcz, phonogramme, syncrophone recordingsLeave a comment

Phonogramme presents “Dey Know Vol.1,” a groundbreaking soundscape of Byron the Aquarius, where innovation meets house music in a mesmerizing fusion. Renowned for his avant-garde approach in the house music genre, Byron curates an EP that pushes the boundaries of house music. From the infectious beats of “Black Is Black” with the collaboration of Brandon Banks on “Dr. Devil,” each track is a testament to Byron’s unique artistic vision. “Real MF From The Avenue” and “Rock That 808!!!” featuring Jordan GCZ further amplify the EP’s genre-defying brilliance.

Boo Williams – Song & Dance EP [PHONOGRAMME39]

January 22, 2024October 31, 2024 hipodromeboo williams, deep house, detroit house, jamiel patton, phonogramme, syncrophone recordingsLeave a comment

Boo Williams is back with a sizzling 4-track EP on Phonogramme Records that’s set to ignite your dancefloor with his tripping house, spaced out, and classy beats. Williams’ signature sound combines classic rhythms with cutting-edge innovation, creating an irresistible blend of nostalgia and modernity. Each track is a testament to Boo Williams’ exceptional talent, promising a dynamic mix of deep, soulful, and electrifying house music, all with that tripping house, spaced out, and classy touch.

Darren Nye – Thoughts And Emotions LP [DPTX-037]

January 16, 2024January 16, 2024 hipodromealbum, darren nye, deep techno, deeptrax records, detroit house, detroit technoLeave a comment

UK producer, Darren Nye, is set to captivate listeners with his exciting new album, “Thoughts And Emotions,” released on Deeptrax. The long-player delves deep into the realms of techno, harking back to the golden era of the 90s and channeling influences not just from Detroit, but also the electronic waves that emanated from the UK, Belgium, and the Netherlands. ‘Thoughts And Emotions’ is a labor of love, where Nye masterfully explores and curates a rich collection of sounds, all bearing his distinct signature. Across twelve tracks, the listener is treated to an exceptional journey that encompasses bubbling electronica, down-tempo jazzy flourishes, and cosmic string-laden soundscapes. Darren’s socially conscious titles also add an extra layer of meaning to the listener’s experience, creating a soothing and moving soundtrack that speaks to the soul.

Jordan GCZ – Polyphonic Glide EP [RX4.1]

January 16, 2024January 15, 2024 hipodromedeep house, deep techno, detroit house, jordan gcz, rawaxLeave a comment

Jordan GCZ is back on Rawax, after the Dizzy Dizzy Dizzy release from earlier in 2023. The machine-jamming maestro is at his best dealing in cosmically-charged techno, and that’s exactly what he delivers on this latest record. ‘Polyphonic Glide’ is swathed in mysterious pads and soulful leads which offset the steady-trucking drive of the drums beautifully. ‘Why So Serious’ is a subtly bumping cut with a hazy, after hours atmosphere, while ‘Sunny Side Up’ deals in squashed funk and sparkling arps before ‘Undercurrent’ takes us home on a bed of celestial synth tones and submerged rhythms. The consistent feel of the record makes it a true delight to melt into – a techno record for sure dreamers.

Marcellus Pittman – Eastside EP [AR019]

January 5, 2024January 3, 2024 hipodromeadeen records, detroit house, detroit techno, marcellus pittmanLeave a comment

Adeen Records is on a roll right now and this time out they welcome the Detroit hero that is Marcellus Pittman for a new and beguiling four-track 12”. Known for his work with The 3 Chairs collective as well as his solo jams, this Motor City mainstay opens up with ‘You Always Hank Bank One Time’ which is a real mental maze of rickety loops and blurts of degraded synth. ‘Another Spring Lover’ is another rusty and lo-fi piece of archetypal Detroit house that is very clearly machine music but with a unique sense of human soul. ‘I’m Gonna Be The Everything’ is a raw drum track with sparse, heartwarming chords and ‘Slick Nickle Pladium Investment’ is a knackered downbeat hip-hop closer.

Silicon Minds – IHY (Interstellar Hypnotic Yama-Biko) [VIBR025]

December 12, 2023December 11, 2024 hipodromederrick may, detroit house, detroit techno, mayday, silicon minds, vibraphone recordsLeave a comment

Vibraphone presents another huge release. This time it’s Silicon Minds – IHY (Interstellar Hypnotic Yama -Biko), with an timeless Mayday Tribute Mix by the one and only Derrick May.

Russell E.L. Butler – Call Me G LP [T4T014]

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 hipodromealbum, deep techno, detroit house, russell e.l. butler, t4t luv nrgLeave a comment

T4T LUV NRG presents “Call Me G”, the new album by Brooklyn’s Russell E.L. Butler. In the intervening years, Russell has experienced an accumulation of personal subjective experiences which are explored through captivating musical modalities and expressions on this sprawling, gorgeous, and deeply emotional album. Russell’s work on “Call Me G” can be described as a unique amalgam of early NY house music, dub techno and poetry. The album’s title track, as well as its instrumentals, are a kind of storytelling for histories that continue to exist without observation as well as for secrets and the power they hold in spite of their truth being obscured and sometimes lost.

K15 – The State Of Play [ESC012]

November 8, 2023November 7, 2023 hipodromedetroit house, esencia, hip-hop, jazz, k15Leave a comment

K15 returns home to Esencia for his next ofering “The State Of Play”. Devoted, still is a lush number, where delicate harmonies whirl around the soulful composition. Sizzling percussion, warm pads and a hety slice of low-end combine to create a bouncy afair – primed for dancers and listeners. state of play closes out the EP in fine form. e opening chords, the Moog lead, the spirited percussion come together to create an infectious slice of music.

Kyle Hall – Postcard To Another Planet EP [FTC09]

November 8, 2023November 7, 2023 hipodromedetroit house, forget the clock, kyle hallLeave a comment

Kyle Hall makes another entry into the already fine discography of his Forget The Clock label with another fine four tracker. His usual raw style pervades from the off with the well swung drums and bumping kicks of the title track soon to get you in the groove. His signature diffuse synth work is what brings warmth and soul to the dusty drums of ‘Track 2’ while ‘Sarabi’ ups the pace with a more hurried groove and pent up sense of party joy. A second bonus track closes proceedings, with ‘Track 4’ layering up low slung drums and meandering cosmic leads to heady effect.

Theo Parrish & Maurissa Rose – Free Myself LP [SS095/96/97]

October 13, 2023October 11, 2023 hipodromealbum, deep house, detroit, detroit house, maurissa rose, sound signature, theo parrishLeave a comment

New album from Theo Parrish & Maurissa Rose arrives on his own Sound Signature label. Hard to define, rule breaking and game-changing producer Theo Parrish is back with another of his challenging and superlative albums. This one is a collaboration with Maurissa Rose that true sooth the soul. It’s full of his usual deadly grooves, shamanistic percussive layers and jazz energies with plenty of his famous luscious, meditative loops. Add in the smooth vocals of Rose – which come in the form of a soulful stream of consciousness – and you have yet another unique album from this true maverick of the form.

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Delano Smith / Norm Talley – Straight Up No Chaser [UAR015]

September 29, 2023September 28, 2023 hipodromedelano smith, detroit house, detroit techno, norm talley, upstairs asylum recordingsLeave a comment

Norm Talley returns to his Upstairs Asylum label alongside fellow US house pioneer Delano Smith for Straight Up No Chaser, an eight-track opus featuring four solo cuts each. Talley’s gritty, dubbed-out, low-rolling house style is present and correct throughout with the loopy chords of ‘Blak Bottom’ getting things going, ‘The Flip’ getting more cavernous and aqueous and ‘ISO Vision’ leaning into dub techno. ‘Believe It’ is a soulful deep house looper, while Smith gets bubbly with ‘The Bassline’, lays down thumping kicks on ‘Travels 23’ and his trademark synth smears on ‘The Drive’ while ‘Remembrance’ is a heady dub house cut that locks you into a state of perfect hypnosis.

Kai Alcé – New Life EP [TOYT152]

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 hipodromedeep house, detroit house, kai alce, toy tonicsLeave a comment

Toy Tonics welcome US deep jazz house legend Kai Alcé on their roster. On this 5 track EP Kai once again makes it all feel so easy. Deeply musical, yet also instantly effective on the dance floor, tracks like ‘New Life Livin’ and ‘Slide It In’ come with an ease that shows why he’s shaped the game for decades.

Leonid – Brother Sister EP [ETHOS001]

September 13, 2023September 13, 2023 hipodromedeep house, detroit house, ethos records, leonid, paul smithLeave a comment

Ethos Records is a new vinyl only record label based in Athens,GR. It’s aim is to present music from carefully curated artists that are consistent & true to their sound regardless the current trends or hype. For the first release Leonid delivers a deep & dubby, Detroit influenced 4 track EP.

Gerd – Kosmos Tour [FOM015]

September 8, 2023September 7, 2023 hipodromedetroit house, frame of mind, gerd, house, technoLeave a comment

Frame Of Mind present the latest from Dutch producer Gerd. The EP it’s launches with the metallic drum chatter, analogue aesthetics and cosmic house bump of ‘Kosmos Tour’ before exploring lovely lazy deep house on ‘Red Girl’, dancefloor darkness on ‘Videophonic’ old school Virgo-esque Chicago sounds on ‘Fractalz’. Beautiful early Detroit-inspired House and Techno tracks. Yet another timeless EP from this master.

Derek Carr – Allez EP [TRECS008]

May 15, 2023May 12, 2023 hipodromedeep techno, derek carr, detroit house, detroit techno, trident recordingsLeave a comment

Derek Carr has been pretty untouchable in the last couple of years. His work in the fields of deep house and deep techno has been consistently innovative and captivating. He takes care of the eighth EP on the Trident label now with more of his serene sound designs and dynamic grooves. ‘Allez’ heads off into the cosmos with balmy pads and smooth drums then acid lashes about the mix of ‘I Want You’ which rides a nice tight, clipped, locked-in drum line. Things get more loose and star gazing on ‘Revival’ while ‘Typhoon’ closes with playful synth patterns tumbling down over invitingly warm deep house drums.

Deep88 – Intergalactic [WATL06]

April 26, 2023April 25, 2023 hipodromedeep house, deep88, detroit, detroit house, what about this loveLeave a comment

Deep88 is back with a 4-track EP on the futuristic side of techno and house.