M500 / 3Mb – Jazz Is The Teacher [M020]

New mastering and new cutting of one of Metroplex’ (and Detroit Techno in general) keystone releases. Three essential tracks by three masterminds in electronic music. Detroit Techno master Juan Atkins (Model 500) and Berlin’s Moritz von Oswald together with Thomas Fehlman are responsible for this absolute classic.

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M500 / 3Mb – Jazz Is The Teacher [M020]

Kirk Degiorgio – Living On The Frayed Edge [CYPHN009]

Cyphon Recordings presents a three-tracks electronic journey showcasing exactly why Kirk Degiorgio has sustained the level he has for so long. A melodic richness and tactile makeup, whereby Kirk’s tracks more than move your limbs, but rather meld directly to your heart.

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Kirk Degiorgio – Living On The Frayed Edge [CYPHN009]

DJ 3000 – Kashkaval EP [MT173]

“The ‘Kashkaval EP’ marks DJ 3000’s fourth vinyl release, stemming from his acclaimed ‘Mezë’ album. This EP encapsulates DJ 3000’s evolution, weaving a narrative from his Albanian heritage to his current thriving career. ‘Kashkaval EP’ stands as his most intimate and comprehensive work to date, embodying a profound musical odyssey. It extends an invitation to all, urging them to partake in a celebration of diverse cultures and a symphony of sound that transcends geographical boundaries. Through meticulously crafted tracks, it guides listeners on a shared and cherished voyage, forging connections through the universal languages of music, culture, and food.

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DJ 3000 – Kashkaval EP [MT173]

VA – Durgan’s Odyssey [BS1818002]

Boomstraat 1818’s newest release ‘Durgan’s Odyssey’ is a warm and melodic Detroit techno EP, inspired by summer visits to the Cornish coast at Glendurgan. Includes five tracks by Kuba Sojka, The Parallel, Aztronouth, Taho and Stroef.

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VA – Durgan’s Odyssey [BS1818002]

Basic Realities – Dubtroit [VIBR026]

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.

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Basic Realities – Dubtroit [VIBR026]

Millsart – X-Ray Zulu [AX116]

The Axis Expressionist Series continues in 2024. For Part 04 „X-Rax Zulu“ Jeff Mills went into the studio and created “Just Like A (Vernacular Objects)”, a new mix of „Vernacular Objects“ (previously released 2020 only in digital as “Every Dog Has Its Day. Vol. 13”) and produced three new tracks exclusively for this vinyl edition.

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Millsart – X-Ray Zulu [AX116]

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

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.

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

VA – Deep Series 1.3 [DPTRX1.3]

Deeptrax presents Deepseries 1.3, the latest installment in their Deep compilation series featuring friends and family of the label. This atmospheric EP showcases the distinct sounds of Deeptrax, bringing together a curated selection of tracks that define the label’s sonic universe. Tracks from Caim, Mathijs Smit, Joey Anderson, Rich P & Lee and Pim Holthof.

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VA – Deep Series 1.3 [DPTRX1.3]

Marcellus Pittman – Eastside EP [AR019]

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.

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Marcellus Pittman – Eastside EP [AR019]

Infiniti – Game One [KNT030P]

The techno masterpiece by Juan Atkins & Orlando Voorn gets a remix treatment including mixes by Steve Rachmad and DJ S2 aka Santiago Salazar, former member of Underground Resistance and co-founder of the Historia y Violencia label together with Silent Servant. The original version of Game One was released on Metroplex back in 1994. The Steve Rachmad mix and Salazar remake have both been carefully restored from the original tapes and then remastered. Santiago made an alternative mix in the same session which is exclusive to this release and previously unreleased.

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Infiniti – Game One [KNT030P]

Model 500 – Classics LP [MLP093]

Juan Atkin’s masterpiece compilation, the blueprint of Techno albums…. the 1993 Model 500 ‘Classics’ compilation with some of Juan Atkins’ biggest early Metroplex milestones, with some of them in exclusive remixed versions. 3 decades later Metroplex is re-releasing this collection of hugely influential tracks for a new generation to play from fresh and clean vinyl!. Just like the recent 12″ reissue series, this album has been fully remastered with all the care and attention to detail you can imagine. Tracks like ,,No UFOs”, ,,The Chase”, ,,Techno Music”, ,,Night Drive (Time, Space, Transmat)” or ,,Off To Battle” are basically techno ground zero, with the electro influence of mid-80s to late-80s Juan Atkins productions still omnipresent. 30 years on since its original release on R&S records, ‘Classics’ is still as gritty and timeless a statement as ever.

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Model 500 – Classics LP [MLP093]

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

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.

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

Terrence Dixon – Edge Of The Visible Universe LP

The “Edge Of The Visible Universe” is a 24 tracks album by Terrence Dixon. The album was recorded in Detroit and Amsterdam and is only be available exclusively on band camp in digital format only.
The album will be followed soon by a vinyl release with the same name featuring four club oriented tracks under the Population one alias.

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Terrence Dixon – Edge Of The Visible Universe LP