Blackploid – Cosmic Drama LP [CPU10000001]

August 6, 2025August 7, 2025 hipodromealbum, blackploid, central processing unit, electro, martin matiskeLeave a comment

In recent years, Blackploid has come to be one of Central Processing Unit’s signature artists. The German producer has averaged more than a record a year for the Sheffield imprint since he first landed on CPU in 2021. This prolific run continues with Cosmic Drama, Blackploid’s second LP for the label. The album takes the baton from its predecessor Enter Universe in style, delivering twelve tracks of top-quality machine-funk that draw down from electro’s classic artists while also imbuing proceedings with a playfulness that very much gives things a signature Blackploid-ish flavour.

Martin Matiske – Moments EP [MELOD015]

July 9, 2024July 22, 2024 hipodromeelectro, idm, legowelt, martin matiske, melodizeLeave a comment

German artist Martin Matiske’s start in music came at the hands of the legendary DJ Hell, who invited him to his first DJ gigs in 1999 at one of his Gigolo label nights in Munich. His own productions, inspired by early electronic pioneers like Kraftwerk and Jean Michel Jarre, soon followed on International Deejay Gigolo Records, as have many more since on Frustrated Funk, Bordello A Parigi, Moustache Records and Central Processing Unit. ‘Moments’ gets a sublime remix treatment from the prolific and endlessly creative Legowelt.

Martin Matiske – Dimension Phantasy EP [BAP183]

June 8, 2023June 7, 2023 hipodromebordello a parigi, captain mustache, disco, italo-disco, martin matiske, play paulLeave a comment

Martin Matiske returns to Bordello A Parigi with a track that first appeared over a decade ago. Released on his first album on Stilleben, “Dimension Phantasy” has been dusted down and given a new lease of life. This extended version bubbles with the same energy as the original. Steady kicks give way to scaling chords as a racing piece of future gazing brilliance takes hold. Melodies are addictive, yet cold, with a common ground between disco and electro being forged. Sharing the 12” real estate are two good friends, each offering their own remix, Captain Mustache and Play Paul.

Martin Matiske – Eternal Reality [NN025]

June 6, 2023June 6, 2023 hipodromeelectro, martin matiske, nocta numerica recordsLeave a comment

French label Nocta Numerica clocks up a quarter of a century of releases with a suitably stylish electro trip from Martin Matiske. “Eternal Reality” is an electronic listening experience to the inner self while it was created in a state of deep consciousness. Unforgettable moments of beauty and peace.

Blackploid – Enter Universe [CPU01110011]

February 17, 2023February 17, 2023 hipodromealbum, blackploid, central processing unit, electro, martin matiskeLeave a comment

Blackploid has become one of Central Processing Unit’s stalwarts in the past couple of years. Martin Matiske’s project contributed a trio of EPs to the label across 2021 and 2022, with each of them showing off the kind of electro chops and production sensibilities that made Blackploid an ideal fit with the Sheffield imprint. Now, for CPU’s first release of 2023, Matiske levels things up with the debut Blackploid LP Enter Universe. Across these twelve tracks, Matiske leaves us in no doubt that he’s a prime mover in the world of modern electronic music. Enter Universe does not let up from start to finish, delivering a dozen pieces of leftfield electro that draws from the sound’s greats while also showcasing an unpredictability and flair that is all of Blackploid’s own.

VA – The Analog Theory EP [GO006]

October 11, 2022October 11, 2022 hipodromeelectro, gladio operations, jauzas the shining, lloyd stellar, martin matiske, univac, uranio empobrecidoLeave a comment

Gladio Operations presents its sixth work, the third compilation tilted “The Analog Theory” featuring renowned producers from the electro scene in Europe. Side A EP opens with the French producer Jauzas The Shining and continues with the Spanish producer Univac. On Side B we have the debut in Gladio Operations of three artists. First off is the Dutch artist Lloyd Stellar, followed by German producer Martin Matiske and closes with the young and talented producer from Valencia, Uranio Empobrecido.

VA – Diamonds In The Night Vol. 5 [BAP163]

October 4, 2022June 7, 2023 hipodromebordello a parigi, club mayz, disco, electro, endrik schroeder, kiko, martin matiske, wldvLeave a comment

Through darkness diamonds spread their richest light… Part five is here with Kiko & Endrik Schroeder from France, Club Mayz from Belgium, Martin Matiske from Germany and WLDV from Spain!

Blackploid – Planetary Science [CPU01101111]

September 20, 2022September 19, 2022 hipodromeblackploid, central processing unit, electro, martin matiskeLeave a comment

The Blackploid resurgence of recent years continues to gather steam. After laying dormant for some time, Martin Matiske’s project roared back into life in 2021 with a pair of EPs for Central Processing Unit. It doesn’t look like he’ll be taking his foot off the gas any time soon – not only does the new Blackploid collection “Planetary Science” complete Matiske’s hat-trick for the Sheffield label, but it also serves as a prelude to the full-length album which Blackploid will deliver on CPU in 2023.

Martin Matiske – Circle of Enlightenment EP [LDI007]

May 10, 2022September 26, 2023 hipodromeelectro, ldi records, martin matiskeLeave a comment

Martin Matiske’s superb new six-track EP Circle Of Enlightenment on LDI Records is based around the concept of one-mindedness and togetherness. The EP aims to describe the direct connection between human beings and the universe. Martin says: “Human beings are aliens always looking for answers to questions like why are we here and what life is about? We know the answer but won’t accept it. We are made up of the elements of space and are directly connected to the universe. Each person contains the energy of the universe and is connected with everything that surrounds it. We are one! We are here because we are here! Our mission is to be!” Circle Of Enlightenment is a brilliantly adventurous and storytelling new EP from the ever-excellent Martin Matiske.

VA – Acid 2 Body [666002]

January 22, 2022January 19, 2022 hipodromearchaic future sounds, disco, electro, grey people, heinrich dressel, house, italo-disco, jose manuel, martin matiske, ubre blanca, venderstrooikLeave a comment

Part 2 of the Archaic Future Sounds compilation trilogy features 6 original bangers from Jose Manuel, Grey People, Ubre Blanca, Heinrich Dressel, Martin Matiske and Venderstrooik.

Martin Matiske – Karakuri Ningyō [FMR011]

December 6, 2021December 6, 2021 hipodromealbum, electro, femur, martin matiskeLeave a comment

MATISKE, Martin - Karakuri Ningyo

Mixed emotions surround the first LP release by Femur: からくり人形 by Martin Matiske, being this his second long play. The German producer presents a record of clear Japanese reminiscence in a dystopic-futuristic, robotic, sci-fi aura, all bathed by the rising sun.

Blackploid – Strange Stars [CPU01100111]

November 23, 2021 hipodromeblackploid, central processing unit, electro, martin matiskeLeave a comment

BLACKPLOID - Strange Stars

Martin Matiske’s renaissance continues as he delivers another fresh EP as Blackploid for effervescent Sheffield imprint Central Processing Unit. In keeping with the German producer’s other recent material, we can hear echoes of his classic, mid-2000s Blackploid material. Strange Stars also continues his interplanetary theme, delivering a quartet of sci-fi powered cuts full of squelchy acid bass, star-fall electronics, Kraftwerkian melodies and beats so crunchy you could probably eat them for breakfast. Our picks of a very strong bunch are probably pulsating opener ‘Star Patrol’ and the turn-of-the-80s sci-fi movie feel of ‘Unseen’, but to be honest all four tracks hit the spot.

Martin Matiske – Melodic Motion [BAP148]

July 20, 2021July 15, 2021 hipodromebordello a parigi, disco, electro, italo-disco, martin matiske1 Comment

MATISKE, Martin - Melodic Motion

Melodic Motion sees Martin Matiske use his machines in a new way. Across four tracks, the German musician inspires. Melodic Motion sees Martin Matiske use his machines in a new way. Across four tracks, the German musician inspires. “Digital Emotion” is built on crisp drum patterns, patterns from which Matiske arcs rich analogue notes. Vocals, employed almost like samples, give a human quality to this future-world vision. Technology is a central theme of the EP. Human qualities melt in robotic currents in “Computer Dance,” colder electro tones merging with warm and cheer-filled videogame echoes. “Information Product” maintains some of the electro character of its predecessor. Yet this is far from a dark piece, its uplifting piano keys surging with optimism. The icier tones of “Transmission” closes. Warm arpeggios rise against a front of crystalline chords in this final foray into this ever-so-close world of tomorrow.

Blackploid – Cosmic Traveler [CPU01100000]

March 26, 2021April 16, 2021 hipodromeblackploid, central processing unit, electro, martin matiskeLeave a comment

Cosmic Traveler, a four-track affair, marks Matiske’s debut appearance on Sheffield’s Central Processing Unit. Given the long wait, it’s great just to see Blackploid back among the fray once again. But for the project’s CPU curtain-raiser to be an EP of such high-quality techno jams? Now that really is spoiling us. Cosmic Traveler’s title nods towards the sort of stargazing aesthetics one finds in classic Detroit techno. However, while there are undoubtedly ties to the Motor City in this music, the record ultimately steers less towards spacious atmospherics and more towards the taut, lean machine-funk of seminal practitioners like Dopplereffekt.

Martin Matiske – Robotic Theatre [MST044]

September 11, 2020October 14, 2020 hipodromedisco, electro, martin matiske, moustache recordsLeave a comment

MATISKE, Martin - Robotic Theatre

Moustache Records welcomes to the family the oldskool electro legend Martin Matiske with his Electronic disco-ish 12 inch EP release “Robotic Theatre”. This is a future vision of a theatre run by robots and is the era in which machines entertain mankind. Operas are written and played in a mechanical way. The pieces of “Robotic Theatre” deal with different terms of stage work. Track A1 is called “Acting Faces” and Refers to the rehearsing of the role, as well as the interaction of the actors on stage. The well-being of the actor does not often match what is played. He has to play even If it’s painful. B2 is the track called “Machinery” Human beings are machines that build machines today. The advantage is perfection and time saving. Robots as actors are reliable and precise. B1 listen to the name “Transistor Dances”its Like The Hungarian Dances by Johannes Brahms you just need a dance to express happiness and remind your culture. Dances bring people together. A robotic dance should not be missing in a play. The last track of the EP is the tune “Practise” a story about a robot the has to practise to achieve perfection and it is fun.” Don’tplay this underwater order now gone is gone.

VA – Stilleben 054 [STILLEBEN54]

May 27, 2019October 22, 2019 hipodromeelectro, kan3da, kommuter, luke eargoggle, martin matiske, stilleben records, technoLeave a comment

Stilleben with a new electro four bangerz EP.

VA – Stilleben 046 [STIL046]

January 19, 2017July 15, 2021 hipodrome-=uhu=-, das muster, electro, encounter, luke eargoggle, martin matiske, morphology, rondo, stilleben recordsLeave a comment

UHU/MORPHOLOGY/RONDO/DAS MUSTER/LUKE EARGOGGLE/MARTIN MATISKE/ENCOUNTER - STILLEBEN 046

Stunning 6 track VA record with loads of funky and icey Electro from the scandinavian parts of the mind. From listening to the dancefloor feel free to discover the teamwork glued together from Sweden, Iceland, Finland, Germany & France…

Martin Matiske – Robotermusik [STIL039]

August 15, 2012July 15, 2021 hipodromealbum, electro, martin matiske, stilleben recordsLeave a comment

Another limited DIY release from the Stilleben camp. This time with cool scientific electro tracks produced by Martin Matiske.