Gerhard Heinz – Gerhard Heinz [369.012]

July 22, 2013November 12, 2021 hipodromealbum, disco, gerhard heinz, minimal synth, private records, synth popLeave a comment

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An album completely filled with unreleased music productions by Gerhard Heinz. Cosmic Disco, Minimal Synth, Electro,,, music from old porn and horror movies from the mid 70’s to early 80’s. What’s actually unbelievable is that while checking Gerhard Heinz’s audio archive a 12” Maxi Version of Hydrogen – Cheaters Theme which runs about 5 min. showed up. This is certainly one of the most wanted cosmic library tracks ever and will be also featured. The first 50 vinyl copies will include a CD safety copy with 6 more unreleased tracks (for example the disco tracks which is played at the pool party of ”Bloody Moon” aka ”Die Sge des Todes” by Jess Franko as 12” Maxi Single version which runs for more than 6 min).

VA – Circuit D’Actes Vol. 3 [LFL008]

July 21, 2013January 5, 2017 hipodromecompilation, electro, illustration sonore, kline coma xero, la forme lente, le furet, position parallele, post festum, shiny black mater, synth pop, synth wave, uj latasmod fuzioLeave a comment

The third installation of the Circuit D’Actes series from Belgian-French label La Forme Lente. In keeping with the spirit of its acclaimed predecessors, this new release offers a focus on modern acts (2 tracks each) as much as an overview of all things synth-based. From Position Parallèle (Geoffroy D of Dernière Volonté) and Kline Coma Xero’s dark romanticism to the self-described “No future pop” of Illustration Sonore (feat. members of Dolina, Âme de Boue, Jeunesse Fantôme and Froe Char) and Új Látásmód Fúzió /Post-Festum minimalistic soundscapes or Shiny Black Mater’s (former Le Syndicat Electronique) take on 19th century nursery rhyme, every track is striking evidence of the creative forces within the synth wave scene.

XEX – Change [DE043LP]

June 21, 2013July 17, 2024 hipodromealbum, dark entries records, synth pop, synth wave, xexLeave a comment

XEX were an all-synthesizer band from South River, New Jersey in the late 1970s. The band formed when a trio of high school misfits with funny names (Waw Pierogi, Thumbalina Gugielmo and Alex Zander) teamed up with some friends from Rutgers College. They released their debut album “group: xex” in 1980 which Dark Entries reissued in 2010. “xex:change” takes a leap from where the band left off at the end of 1980. David Anderson left the group making xex a quartet. Recorded during the summer of 1981 and produced with Ziggy Rodberg, xex further developed the aesthetic of the first album. The seven songs here are more complex and hypnotic than the synthpunk outbursts of “group:xex.” Their new synthesizers, a Sequential Circuits Prophet 5 and a Minimoog, evoke the high-tech utopia of Patrick Cowley and proto-techno of Afrika Bambaataa. Thumbalina’s vocals have a detached, icy quality. Lyrics revolve around xex’ melange of oeuvres – pop, kitsch and New Jersey mall culture – offering commentary on species-specific adaptations for copulation, technophilia/phobia and the Jersey shore. “xex:change”, a multiple entendre that refers to the evolution of the group since its first album, group interaction in the creative process, and underlying sexual ambiguity. The group did not have the funds to release the album and it sat in obscurity for over 30 years.

Los Microwaves – Life After Breakfast [DE044]

June 21, 2013July 17, 2024 hipodromealbum, dark entries records, david javelosa, los microwaves, meg brazil, post punk, reissue, synth pop, todd rosencransLeave a comment

Los Microwaves was a San Francisco-based synth-punk trio who formed in 1979. The main line-up included Meg Brazill (vocals, bass, synthesizers), David Javelosa (vocals, synthesizers), and Todd “Rosa” Rosencrans (drums, bass). Their recorded output consisted of a handful of 45′s and their lone LP, “Life After Breakfast,” released on the legendary Posh Boy records in 1981. Creating sound and music from the fusion of techno-punk, new wave pop, and electronic music, Los Microwaves featured a quirky audio theater that was best experienced live and from the dance floor. Sporting a combination of earlier portable synthesizers, bass and processed percussion, the music continues to deliver a unique groove. “Life After Breakfast” contains 13 songs full of teen angst, jerky rhythms, melodic chants, and punky shouts. Meg’s vocals are cheeky and peppy, recalling the anti-pop sound of The B-52′s, Devo and early XTC.

Silent Servant @ Honey Soundsystem 21.04.2013

June 7, 2013March 10, 2026 hipodromehoney soundsystem, italo-disco, juan mendez, minimal synth, podcast, post punk, silent servant, synth popLeave a comment

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Three Of You – T.O.Y. [BAP009]

June 7, 2013October 26, 2016 hipodromebordello a parigi, electro, italo-disco, minimal synth, paul du lac, synth pop, three of youLeave a comment

No introduction needed for the true new-wave/italo lovers, because what we have here are two of the most sought after holy grails: New Life and Grace. On top you’ll receive four extra unreleased Three Of You tracks retrieved from the Italian 80’s. Diamonds for tears on the beloved Bordello A Parigi label.

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Andre Szigethy – Andre Szigethy LP [333.001]

May 6, 2013November 12, 2021 hipodromealbum, andre szigethy, electro, leo music, minimal synth, private records, re-release, reissue, synth pop, viper recordsLeave a comment

The official re-release of the most sought after and expansive German minimal synth, dark wave, electro album! Originally released in Germany, 1983 on Leo Music.

Mick Wills – Les Yeux Orange #008

April 20, 2013November 17, 2015 hipodromebleep43, chicago house, italo-disco, les yeux orange, mick wills, minimal synth, podcast, synth pop, waiting roomLeave a comment

This 3hours marathon mix from Mick is the recording of his set at The Bleep43 party played in february at the Waiting Room London.

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Amin-Peck – Essential Trax [DDR003]

April 15, 2013January 27, 2016 hipodromeamin-peck, democratic dancebeat records ‎, giorgio fioroni, italo-disco, leonard parker, max marne, synth pop, synthetic shadowLeave a comment

Like most 80s electronic bands, Amin-Peck walked a fine line between disco and minimal wave throughout the course of the early 1980s, oftentimes incorporating shameless pop melodies and avant-garde leanings. Amin-Peck were an Italian band lead by Giorgio Fioroni (aka George Fyron, arrangements, production, vocals) with Leonard Parker (arrangments, keyboards) and Max Marne (production). Incredible but true, Amin-Peck started as ‘hard rock’ guitar band in the 70’s…there are some tracks also on You Tube before they became one of the best examples of Italo disco. Well, finally an album that contains their best tracks for your ‘Italo party’ at home! If you like “Italo disco” or “minimal synth” this record it will be a ‘must’!

Belaboris ‎– Once Upon A Time LP [DE041]

March 19, 2013April 20, 2021 hipodromealbum, belaboris, dark entries records, electro, fresh good minimal, kimmo miettinen, synth pop, synth waveLeave a comment

Belaboris was born in 1982 as the brainchild of Finnish producer Kimmo Miettinen. He would put together an all-girl band that looked great in photographs but were backed by professional musicians. The first line-up was Vilma Vainikainen on main vocals, Sisko Vainikainen and Rita on back-up plus Jake and Mari who did not sing at all. The backing band behind Belaboris was a local New Wave group called Tyhjät Patterit ( which translates to Empty Batteries). The main songwriter was Esa Ijäs (guitar, synthesizer) along with his bandmates Ari Ijäs (bass) and Martti Jalonen (drums). Belaboris’ debut 12″ single “Kuolleet Peilit” was released in November 1982. “Once Upon A Time” collects songs from all three EP releases and the “Olipa Kerran” mini-LP as well as two unreleased demos never before on vinyl. In Finland the synthetic Futurist/New Romantic pop was simply called “Futu”. Belaboris were in their own peculiar, undefinable no-woman’s-land, in between the Finnish Futu and Gothic scenes. Between 1982 and 1984 Belaboris crafted catchy, melodic synthpop with the occasional guitar. Their lyrics were stylistically “kitchen sink melodramas” with occasional Gothic elements inspired by movies. The name Belaboris, is a combination of the horror actors Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff.

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Medio Mutante – Eadem Mutata Resurgo [MR019]

March 19, 2013October 19, 2015 hipodromealbum, electro, medical records llc, medio mutante, minimal synth, synth pop, synth waveLeave a comment

Medical Records present it’s first “modern” release showcasing a full LP compilation of material by American minimal synth band Medio Mutante. The band’s sound is also a mutation of their 1980’s influences, using vintage analog synthesizers and drum machines in creative and unexpected ways. Drawing influence from such acts as El Aviador Dro, Absolute Body Control, Front 242, Duotronic Synterror, Oviformia SCI, Yukihiro Takahashi, Medio Mutante integrated it’s childhood love of late 80s/early 90s Hip Hop, Latin Freestyle, and New Wave into a hybrid concoction that is truly unique. This full LP is composed of the band’s long out of print 6 song limited EP from 2007, their limited 7″ from 2009, and 4 previously unreleased tracks.

Ancien Régime – The Position LP [MNQ032]

March 19, 2013March 26, 2014 hipodromealbum, alessandro adriani, alessandro gavazzi, ancient regime, bad news, mannequin records, post punk, synth popLeave a comment

The Italian band Ancien Régime with theoir first album on Mannequin Records. “The Position” evokes new wave and synth-pop memories, delivering epic vintage sounds and wrapping them all with catchy riffs and melodies. Still, despite this fascination with the past, the band’s work stands out as a distinctive, highly personal take on the genre. The album is opened by the single “Negative”, with its dark gloomy vocals and war-like drumming. “Negative” is, in fact, the quintessential Ancien Régime composition: wave, biting snare, interweaving synths and guitars, reverbs, delays.

Informatics – Dance To A Dangerous Beat [DE037]

February 18, 2013July 17, 2024 hipodromealbum, dark entries records, informatics, michael trudgeon, post punk, ramesh ayyar, steve adam, synth pop, synth wave, valek sadovchikoffLeave a comment

Informatics were a post-punk electronic band from Melbourne, Australia formed in 1981. Michael Trudgeon, Valek Sadovchikoff, Steve Adam and Ramesh Ayyar met in the experimental sound studio while attending the same art school. Philip McKellar later joined the band in 1983. They came to work together through a shared fascination in electronic music and the capabilities of analogue synthesizers. In early performances, long before the advent of samplers, the Informatics used a collection of synthesizers and other analogue and hand built equipment. These were patched together to create a unique battery of sounds. Informatics early songs have a brittle, cold, disconnected feel made by a Roland SH-101, Korg MS-20 and a lot of processed guitar. The later songs utilize newer technology and ambient, synthesized melodies closer to their country mates Severed Heads.

Factory Floor – Fall Back [DFA2369]

January 1, 2013September 16, 2024 hipodromedfa records, dominic butler, electro, factory floor, gabe gurnsey, industrial, nikki colk, synth pop, synth waveLeave a comment

“Fall Back” is the first single from the forthcoming debut LP on DFA Records. The track is 8 minutes 30 seconds long. The B-sides are exclusive to vinyl and feature 3 separate loops taken from the single, created each by Dom, Gabe & Nik.

Nao Katafuchi – Yumegoto [WT012]

January 1, 2013October 19, 2015 hipodromenao karafuchi, synth pop, synth wave, wt recordsLeave a comment

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New wave, cyber-pop mini album from New-York based Japanese artist Nao Karafuchi, lost somewhere between the future and the past.

The Product – Alive Again LP [DE034]

December 13, 2012July 17, 2024 hipodromealbum, dan stielow mortazavi, dark entries records, dark wave, electro, kenneth neuhaus, post punk, synth pop, synth wave, the productLeave a comment

The Product were a duo from the small villages Kvistgaard and Espergaerde, in the north of Denmark. Dan Stielow Mortazavi wrote the lyrics and sang while Kenneth Neuhaus composed the music and played the instruments. They met in the Autumn of 1982 and recorded their sole album “Alive Again” over a weekend. The LP features 11 songs recorded in two short live takes directly onto one cassette. The Product employed a basic set up of Micromoog, Roland JX-3P and TR-606 Drumatix. Nine of the songs employ only these two synthesizers and drum machine while two songs feature a guest bassist. With these three instruments they crafted melodic, icy electronic rhythms with detached vocals. Lyrics revolve around growing up in broken homes, alienation and romance.

Ceramic Hello – The Absence Of A Canary [SUCTION024]

December 12, 2012June 28, 2022 hipodromealbum, ceramic hello, minimal synth, reissue, suction records, synth pop, synth waveLeave a comment

Reissue of Ceramic Hello’s seminal 1981 LP, ”The Absence of a Canary.” A long-time cult favourite among fans of obscure ’80s synthpop, this LP remains highly sought-after by ”minimal synth” vinyl collectors.

Silent Servant – FACT mix 349

October 11, 2012November 4, 2013 hipodromedark wave, FACT, juan mendez, minimal synth, podcast, silent servant, synth popLeave a comment

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Ohama – The Potato Farm Tapes [MW038]

October 11, 2012November 6, 2012 hipodromealbum, minimal synth, minimal wave records, ohama, synth popLeave a comment

Minimal Wave presents an album by Canadian musician Tona Ohama. Ohama was first featured on The Found Tapes compilation (2007) with “T.V.” and then on The Minimal Wave Tapes: Volume 1 (2010) with “My Time (Demo)” and most recently on The Minimal Wave Tapes: Volume 2 (2012) with “The Drum”, which was also selected and edited by J. Rocc. The Potato Farm Tapes is an album of his early output, featuring some songs from his first cassette entitled Midnite News (1982) and other rare tracks that only have only appeared on compilations thus far.

Sam Rosenthal – Tanzmusik LP [MNQ029]

October 11, 2012July 17, 2019 hipodromealbum, dark wave, electro, mannequin records, minimal synth, reissue, sam rosenthal, synth popLeave a comment

Reissue of one of the top minimal synth Holy Grails out of there. ”Tanzmusik” is the first LP from Sam Rosenthal, boss of the historic Projekt Records label and mind of one of the most influential dark wave acts coming out of the US, Black Tape For A Blue Girl. Originally released in March 1985 and completely recorded at home on a four-track TEAC-2340 with a super minimal setup (Korg Poly 61, Realistic Moog, Boss Dr-110 and some effects), the vinyl release was limited to 250 copies. The album continues in the “electronic mood-music” tradition established by Sam on the Projekt Electronic Amerika cassettes, with the added intriques of the drum-computer, exploring the realms of electronic music. Its signature combination of gothic, ethereal, ambient and neo-classical elements has explored existential themes of loves lost and passions yet to come.