Svengalisghost – TV Live [LIES104]

November 24, 2017September 6, 2021 hipodromechicago, industrial, l.i.e.s., long island electrical systems, marquis cooper, svengalisghost, technoLeave a comment

Svengalisghost captured here in his most true form, the live setting. This recording comes direct from the board during his performance on French television in 2015 and harnesses the maniacal energy of his live set in perfect form. What may be the Chicago born artist’s darkest and most plodding recording to date, this is the definintion of deconstructed death-industrial, foward thinking and freeform yet totally focused and razor sharp, plodding drums over open wire electronics and zodiac killer vocals hitting you from all angles. This is sound of evil personified.

VA – Dekmantel 10 Years 08 [DKMNTL10YEARS08]

November 23, 2017February 7, 2018 hipodromedekmantel records, deniro, donato dozzy, makam, matrixxman, peter van hoesen, talismann, technoLeave a comment

As they continue to celebrate turning ten, Dekmantel has lined-up another Various Artists release. With a common language of abstract, modular techno Donato Dozzy and Peter van Hoesen are no strangers to each other’s music or studios. ‘Storta’ has that psychedelic tribal aesthetic that has come to define their most recent live-hybrid performances. Deniro drives a soulful, journey to an intergalactic world that was shaped by the Gods of Detroit. Talismann, aka. Guy Blanken, aka. Makam, is the much travelled Dutch producer with a specialty for hypnotic drones, and apocalyptic rhythms. Talismann makes his first foray onto the Dekmantel imprint with ‘Aciano’, a haunting series of raw acid, and prophetic beats. ‘Sexual Frustration’ by Matrixxman, is a continuation of the American producer’s ever-growing relationship with Dekmantel.

Domenic Cappello – The Intruder EP [NR04]

November 21, 2017November 20, 2017 hipodromedomenic cappello, house, nautilus rising, technoLeave a comment

Alongside long-term DJ partner Harri, Domenic Cappello has been a Sub Club resident since 1994. He has released many records under many guises yet this is his first EP under his own name. 2017 also marks 30 years of Sub Club and it feels fitting for such two landmarks to dovetail as they have. The Intruder EP is 3 brilliant tracks that come from a lifetime spent in music.

Andrew Red Hand @ Tresor (Berlin) 21.04.2017

November 20, 2017November 17, 2017 hipodromeandrew red hand, detroit, electro, techno, tresor clubLeave a comment

Mono Junk – Presents Suomen Moroderit [VTX007]

November 20, 2017March 26, 2018 hipodromeelectro, kimmo rapatti, mono junk, techno, vortex traksLeave a comment

The seldomly heard, more emotional side of Mono Junk on Vortex Traks.

Umwelt – Encoding the Future [SHIP053]

November 20, 2017November 19, 2017 hipodromeelectro, shipwrec records, techno, umweltLeave a comment

Umwelt returns to Shipwrec for his third 12″ on the dutch label in as many years. Encoding the Future sees the French pioneer deliver five tracks of on point electronics. Umwelt is known for his trademark sound of piercing percussion, serrating synthlines and industrial strength bass. These elements are all present on this latest EP but have been carved back to allow strings to soar and pads to resonate. New plains are explored. Frigid elegance is juxtaposed by coarse chords, deep basslines countered by lilting lines. Encoding the Future opens a new chapter for the Lyons based producer as he dives into new textures and tones whilst remaining tethered to his cold electro roots.

Function – Recompiled II/II [A-TONLP03]

November 18, 2017November 17, 2017 hipodromea-ton, album, dave sumner, function, minimal techno, ostgut ton, technoLeave a comment

Second issue of Function’s recompiled series on Ostgut Ton’s reissue label A-Ton.

Regis – The Master Side [BLACKEST064]

November 18, 2017November 17, 2017 hipodromeblackest ever black, karl o’connor, regis, technoLeave a comment

New two-track maxi from Regis, The Master Side.

LSD – Process [OTON109]

November 18, 2017March 16, 2018 hipodromedave sumner, lsd, luke slater, minimal techno, ostgut ton, steve bicknell, technoLeave a comment

This debut single from previously unseen outfit LSD is remarkable for a number of reasons, not least the fact that the trio is made up of legendary UK techno producers Luke Slater, Steve Bicknell and Dave Sumner AKA Function. Given their collective history of making thumping, mind-altering techno, you’d expect Progress to be both heavy and trippy. That’s certainly what you get from opener “Process 1”, where psychedelic electronics and cascading, otherworldly noises rise above an armour-plated techno groove. They push the envelope even further on “Process 2”, a track blessed with restless cymbal lines and weird, off-key electronics. In comparison, the similarly intense “Process 3” seems deep and woozy, though the incessant, 1990 style bleeps and “LFO” style synths guarantees a suitably hallucinogenic feel throughout.

Alessandro Parisi – Belmont’s Revenge [VIVOD020]

November 17, 2017November 17, 2017 hipodromealessandro parisi, electro, horror disco, mick wills, synth wave, techno, vivodLeave a comment

Closing the Vivod map series is Alessandro Parisi with this stunning EP, ‘Belmont’s Revenge’. 3 tracks in his slo-mo horror jak trade mark style. ‘Crossfire’ kicks things off nicely with it’s pulsing groove followed by ‘Ravens’, a slower, brooding type of soundtrack. Flip over for a remix of ‘Sages’ by the mighty Mick Wills who has done some nice work here. It builds and builds, perfect for getting lost in the fog and strobe. B2 is the original version from Parisi, a much slower, majestic cathedral horror affair.

Milium – Addis Abeba / Lord Stanley’s Cup [PT03]

November 17, 2017November 17, 2017 hipodromeelectro, kator, milium, possblthings records, technoLeave a comment

PossblThings Records return with the debut single of Leipzig-based Milium. This record contains your blend of Lust & Angst, compiled for and dedicated to the club. “Addis Abeba” equals Side A – a collocation of groaning machines, bittersweet strings and seducing bass synths, defined with the aid of befriended producer Kator. Side B equals “Lord Stanley’s Cup” – a cloudy hike into that weird place where EBM and Electro meet.

Claro Intelecto – Exhilarator [127DSR]

November 16, 2017January 25, 2018 hipodromealbum, claro intelecto, delsin records, electro, mark stewart, technoLeave a comment

New long player from Manchester’s Claro Intelecto. Entitled ‘Exhilarator’, the 13 track album marks a return to action for the esteemed producer. A cinematic album of icy techno, weighty bass and poignant melody. From plaintive keys and slow motion drums awash with melody to corrugated industrial drums that don’t let up, this is a diverse album in both mood and texture. Moments of ambient celestial beauty exist next to breezy and summery grooves while skewed and sludgy acid sits next to serene underwater dub. Stewart’s mission to step outside his usual self has resulted in another landmark electronic album.

VA – Lesser Mysteries [BT021]

November 16, 2017January 9, 2018 hipodromeben cohen, brokntoys, electro, furious frank, monotoxine, stratowerx, techno, tharsis shelter unitLeave a comment

‘Lesser Mysteries’ brings together 5 up and coming acts to present a widescreen view on electro. Ben Cohen opens the EP with the atmospheric, hazy Entrance, Monotoxine uneases the ride with the squelchy, demented Positive Thinking. On the flip Tharsis Shelter Unit’s Start Transmission unfolds the B side with a sharp blow, before Stratowerx steps up with the impassioned Zero Hour Dispatch. Furious Frank closes the EP with the resonant Night Rider.

Late Night Approach – Clarence Mews [KLAKSON028]

November 16, 2017February 14, 2023 hipodromeelectro, klakson recordings, late night approach, technoLeave a comment

Late Night Approach debuts on Klakson with a hyper funky electro twelve. The two tracks on the A side both show machine music that’s simultaneously human, whether it’s the melancholic shards of melody buried under “Clarence Mews” commanding rhythmic pulsations, or the beautifully striking chords on “Luvquest”. However, the b-side takes us to gloomy subterranean pastures with the uptempo banger “Primo”, while A2 “Kit” crosses over into broken beats but still keeps the same shadowy atmosphere.

Achterbahn D’amour – Acid Test 13 [ASD030]

November 14, 2017November 2, 2021 hipodromeabsurd recordings, achterbahn d'amour, acid, acid test, house, iron curtis, jurgen albert, technoLeave a comment

Acid Test continues their journey with the return of Achterbahn D’Amour. On their first proper release in three years, Jool & Iron Curtis patiently craft an intricate sound world – with the opening track, major-key pads hearken towards a bright future, hi-hats rustle like leaves and on “Dehaveland,” percussive elements fall into beautiful, random unison like factory machines staging an after hours dance. Samuel Van Dijk’s vaunted VC-118A project steps up for a remix, turning in a taut techno version that unfurls smoke pillars of ghostly ambience. The duo wraps up the four-tracker with an unexpected dreamy electro turn, “Don’t Talk To Me.” Throughout Acid Test 13, they remain in lockstep with the label’s ethos – to bend, hammer and flatten acid lines into new, imaginative shapes.

East 8th Street Players – Truth Of Time EP [MAN002]

November 14, 2017November 14, 2017 hipodromeeast 8th street players, house, made at night, technoLeave a comment

Warm soulfull original detroit-ish house tracks by East 8th Street Players

Truncate – Wrktrx [TRUNCATE016]

November 14, 2017November 14, 2017 hipodromedavid flores, house, jimmy edgar, techno, truncateLeave a comment

Fierce grooving rhythm tracks by Truncate. 4 jack trax including a stripped down remix from Jimmy Edgar.

Legowelt – Legendary Freaks In The Trash Of Time [CWCS009LP]

November 13, 2017April 19, 2023 hipodromealbum, clone records, clone west coast series, danny wolfers, house, legowelt, technoLeave a comment

Five years after the illustrious Paranormal Soul LP, techno derelict Danny Wolfers aka Legowelt returns on Clone with “Legendary Freaks In The Trash Of Time”. A vivid collection of twelve genre-defying tracks: from late-night hermit house to Memphis rap influenced slowjam electro, from Amiga 1200 technorave to cosmic spaceweed trance, including the whole universe in between. All blended together in a mix of subdued sensuality and psychedelic splendour, this album is flavoured with Legowelt’s typical crunchy LO-FI sampler and synthesizer aesthetic. Wolfers’ own hand-drawn sleeve artwork illustrates the album’s mood without the need for much further promotional blurb… colourful stories embodying societal malaise and its dwellers – yet with a dash of aspiration. Music for misfits, witches, dreamers, cyberpunks, outsiders, geeks, and freaks. Legowelt’s people.

Donato Dozzy – Afterhouse 01 [AFHS01]

November 13, 2017May 18, 2018 hipodromeafterhouse, donato dozzy, house, spazio disponibile, technoLeave a comment

Forward thinking futuristic house cuts on this new project by Donatto Dozzy called Afterhouse. Four driving dj tools that go deeep. Although renowned as a maker of dark, intense, doom-laden techno, Donato Dozzy has been known to dabble in house from time to time. That’s the idea behind his new Afterhouse label. Of course, nobody would expect Dozzy to deliver fluffy deep house or slick U.K garage. Typically, the four cuts here – from the brilliantly broken, analogue-rich wonkiness of “B”, to the hypnotic, Chicago-influenced late-night jack of “D” – all tend towards the dark and clandestine, with the producer’s usual murky aural textures present throughout. There’s a slightly more positive feel to the clattering drum machine hits and simple, otherworldly synth lines that mark out closer “E”, while the thrusting, loopy “C” feels like a pitched-down take on his usual techno sound.

Beverly Hills 808303 @ Dekmantel Festival 06.08.2017

November 10, 2017November 9, 2017 hipodromeacid, acid house, beverly hills 808303, dekmantel festival, i-f, interr-ference, technoLeave a comment

dekmantel festival