Lloyd Stellar is one of the alter ego’s of Dutch electronic musician Erik Griffioen. This is a compilation of eight early unreleased tracks. They are all minimal electro, dreamy and also a bit hypnotic. The album is a free download (or pay what you like).
On the 19th vinyl release from Electro Music Coalition, the second chapter of the international blockbuster Robot Connection brings together four heavyweights: Dmitry Larionov, a core member of the EMC crew; Sergey Timoshov, known worldwide for running the Propaganda Moscow label; Rome-based producer and MinimalRome co-founder Gianluca Bertazzi, a.k.a. TeslaSonic; and the unmistakable DJ and New-World producer Ole Mic Odd.
Synaptic Cliffs and the Missechusatts Institute of Elecronicity proudly present the latest peer-reviewed sermons of pdqb as well as the associated validation studies from the Dopplereffekt-Institut fur Retroaktive Zukunftsforschung, located in section 334 of the Mariana Trench. The contributions to the data carrier presented here are characterized by the following features: Crescendos of swirling arpeggios, synth lines arced like a bolt of cosmic energy, resonant pulses that shake the foundations of existence, sub-basses so deep they vibrate in your very bones and quartz-precise timed snare hits.
For this fourth release, The Rejecteds present their first official EP, a blend of sounds deeply influenced by the Chicago and Detroit scenes, channeling raw emotion and energy through hardware-only productions.
Accompanied by the illustrious Furotica, Franz Scala unveils “New Look” another shimmering tribute to “Cafe Futuro,” infused with shared Italo sleaze and Scala’s signature melodics. His chest-thumping bass lines resonate alongside iridescent synth harmonies, delving deeper into the further reaches of his sound. The twilight-toned vocals and accompanying spoken words between Argentinian Furotica and Australian Pino D ́Angelo (Boots & Legs) dance with each other beautifully. Ultimately, it culminates in a thunderous dancefloor gem, embodying the Italian Dance Wave sound through Franz’s unique proto vignette and Furotica’s dazzling charm.
Fear-E returns to Super Rhythm Trax and pulls out 4 dance floor pummelling heavy hitters.
Berlin techno regular Fear E drops the ‘Globus Dreams’ EP on Super Rhythm Trax, where recollections of dark rooms and late hours cause a true globus sensation. Known for his raw acid workouts on labels like Dixon Avenue Basement Jams and Soma, here Fear E enters a deeper NREM phase, with ‘How Would You Know’ sampling Soft House Company for a metal-acid torrent, ‘Supa Rhythm’ unleashing rotary cannon snares, ‘Blood Sport’ slamming with band-clipped dry kicks, and ‘Terror Corps’ rounding out with tense stab licks worthy of any good supervillain flick.
DarkateK was born in Lisbon in 1980 and raised in the midst of the golden era of techno. For many years his most beloved genres and go to styles were breaks and broken techno with some electro and classic techno thrown in for good measure. Now he makes his NYH debut with 4 deep electro cuts. Evenly divided slices of funk and futurism come together in these cuts, that show a developed producer at the top of his game. From the 8 minute opener to the title track, the moods change from time to time from driving and energetic to moody and gloomy. Superbly produced electro that is steeped in the past but has its eye clearly on the future.
The Electro boss from Schagen returns with yet another classic in the rebound. After ‘I Don’t Care’ Dexter presents ‘Intruder’ from 2001, remastered for 2025.
With its 10th edition, Dalmata Daniel’s split series brings together two artists who have both left their mark on the label’s compilations, now presenting their first full releases on the imprint. Anatolian Weapons and The Spy approach electronic music from different angles, one rooted in hypnotic techno rituals, the other in raw electro and post-punk energy. Both craft sounds that thrive in the shadows of the dancefloor.
Marking his first full EP on Mechatronica, PRZ unveils Beyond the Void – a sharp-edged fusion of driving electro and techno pressure. Across six tracks, he crafts a world of mechanical tension, heavy low-end propulsion, and shadowy atmospheres. The release also features a standout collaboration with Unklevon, pushing the intensity even further into the void.
Flight Mode presents the debut release from label co-founder Jeremy J. Titled Inner Conflict, this five-track EP showcases his ability to fuse deep introspection with club-ready energy, offering a sonic exploration of emotion, technology, and rhythm.
Tired of it all? Dreading your routine? Try the all new second set of ears by Hayter! Contains eight unique treatments against fatigue and low excitement disorder. Ranging from Electro Groove to bit-crushed Industrial. For side effects, consult your sound engineer.
The thirteenth release on the Gladio Operations label bears the signature of the great Spanish producer Boris Divider. This artist needs no introduction, as he is considered one of the pioneering producers of the electro scene in Spain, and active since the 2000s, releasing mainly on his label Drivecom. After betting in recent years on more experimental and hypnotic sounds close to IDM, Boris returns to the pulse of the rhythms more rooted to the dancefloor with this EP titled “In Fragments”.
Something different and special for Dungeon Module 008, Timothy J. Fairplay invites artists he admires both new and established for music on Working Overtime Volume One. The compilation begins with ‘Master Blaster’ by RZ-1 warrior and REALM resident Oyster, then Alex Israel keeps up the jackbeat intensity with ‘You Forgot The Briefcase’. Chupacabras is next with pressure building Thanet party electro jam ‘OFF Planet’. Hope Of The States frontman Sam Herlihy debuts his electronic project Total Mathematics with the cinematic ‘Warningcamp’ to close the side. ‘Set Phasers To Stun’ starts side B, analogue house by Computerdisco constructed in a workshop of vintage synths overlooking the Bristol Channel. Timothy first met Rebecca Goldberg playing at Tresor, ‘URNOTALONE’ is hypnotic Minimal Nation style Detroit techno featuring field recordings from her recent trip to Roswell. Alan Harman appears with ‘Blast Zone’ in his instantly recognisable and unparalleled cold wave style. Timothy J. Fairplay finishes the album with the lo-fi synth, melodica and Space Echo of ‘Night Warden Dub’.
Romanian producer and DJ Andrew Red Hand has carved a unique niche in the world of underground electronic music. His work stands as a tribute to the raw energy of Detroit techno and electro, yet it retains a deeply personal, emotional tone that gives it timeless depth. He returns to Time Passages with the four-track ‘This EP ‘For My Father’ EP, offering his most focused and expansive vision yet. Includes a remix from an icon of the scene, DJ Hell.
Forbidden Dance continues its story with Brazilian synth virtuoso Pedro Zopelar and his 4-track EP. Known for his genre-blending productions that traverse ambient, deep house and electro, Zopelar crafts tracks that are both pulsating and sensual. His latest work is a testament to his ability to merge the warmth of vintage rhythm machines with futuristic synth explorations, delivering a sound that’s both nostalgic and forward-thinking.
Fanzine Records present its 22nd release: “Heavy Mental”, the highly anticipated new work from the master of dark electro, Dark Vektor. Get ready for a sonic journey that fuses the raw intensity of electro with the depth of an introspective mental trip.