dale howard is rapidly ascending the ranks of the underground, deftly making the transition from rising star to one of house musics hottest properties.

following the release of >life performance< - peter van hoesens brand new live album on tresor records, here are three vinyl edits taken out of van hoesens live set and edited into dj friendly versions.

venezuelan-born miguel toro is an impulse generator: a versatile drummer and percussionist. rhythm is his motor, but rhythm here does not just denote a motion within a certain beat. rather it means a fundamental, ever changing pulse, vibration, resonance. inspired by aesthetic forms as intense and diverse as the jungle of sounds ascending from his royal dust, miguel toro succeeds in giving them an extraordinary voice.

sampler 2 kicks off with scbs dissipate, a gritty 4/4 number thats been driving dancefloors crazy with its seemingly constantly ascending intro. this is definitely one of scbs finest productions to date and hugely sought after by his followers. basic soul unit provides the aa side, hot off the back of his debut nonplus 12 he continues in the same vein with untoward. this is heads down techno of the finest quality and this time hes thrown some acid into the equation which bubbles and brews into a monster of a track.

in this release minilogue continue their journey through musical landscapes. they invite us all to join them for a guided tour into a range of different feelings. the a-side takes off in a quite serious mood, with a rolling beat to get the body warm whereon an ascending trip begins which is slowly inspiring us to open ourselves up and welcome the feeling of endlessness. feeling at ease with ourselves after the a-side we are ready to take on the playful jam tune on the b-side finally arriving in a loving place, a place where we all are supposed to be.

phillipe quenum, cadenza co-founder and long-time dj & producer emerges on serialism records armed with a soulful, four-track ep just in time for spring. widely known for co-producing the 2003 hit, orange mistake, as well as a myriad of other first-rate outputs, this gifted producer needs no introduction. quenums another day ep is right at home on serialism, a label that’s known for its consistent and classic dance-floor orientated releases from the likes of frank haag, sierra sam and jin choi. laden with emotive, ascending synths, abyssal atmospheres and dubby basslines, this record is the true mark of a seasoned producer. from the percussive and texturized arrangement of another day to the chicago inspired oscillating goodness of my furious thing, to the late night deep vibes of everyday people to the nu-jazz flecked digital only electric prayer, quenum knows how to evoke emotion on the dancefloor. each track is the perfect backdrop for the onset of the spring / summer season, all four cuts melodic and deep, infused with elements of chicago house, and touches of both soul and jazz. this timeless release further affirms quenum’s rightful place as one of the top producers in the game.

south london producer darren cunninghams new album, r.i.p, underlines actresss reputation as one of the most eloquent voices to emerge from the sub-bass nexus of london dance music. his intuitive and original grasp of beats, textures and rhythm puts him on a parallel path to dance music innovators such as drexciya, t++, aphex twin, autechre, burial and basic channel. absolutely essential release by one of the most exciting producers of the 21st century.

the second edition of the mosso series adheres to its archetypal plan, as alejandro mosso leads us forwards on his musical trek and through the grooves carved onto this record. for this new number, alejandro mosso decided to delve back into his archives and take a closer listen to some forgotten, unfinished pieces. some listeners will surely recognise certain bits of this record as they were part of mossos live performance years ago. this is however the first time they will be edited and see the light of day. on the a-side, aconcagua is a festive theme on which a magnetic marimba riff turns into an escalating melody, surrounded by a forest of ascending percussions - characteristic of mossos production – lightly floating around it. cashmere, the flip, was conceived while airborne on a flying carpet, half way above the indian subcontinent and below the countles gleaming stars. perfect instance of alejandro mossos talent, it is a subtle blend of hovering winds and crystallized textures. the bansuri flute and the clave go hand in hand to form reassuring horizons, the soundtrack for a longer moment of hope, greater perspective and spiritual transformation.

deviant behaviour ep lands gracefully into 2012, as remain records frontman, axel karakasis, brings you a bonafide vinyl edition of three solid bangers.on the main side, solstice opens up and unfolds a highly irresistible track with a playful intro that develops into full-blown insanity. dark nheavy basslines and powerful percussion with an awesome lick of ascending frequencies is the recipe for this super-textured gem. slamming blaster is another killer slice of techno with an immaculate script, full of evocative samples. from radio-like frequencies to the discreet bell backdrops, blaster is ultimately seductive!on the remain side, the title track impresses with its dubby beats and rolling groove. what makes, though, deviant behaviour stand out are the cheeky background samples and its spot-on build that amplify the relentless loopy character of the track throughout.

london based label ism serves up a massive ep with three tracks from russian disco producer volta cab, all of which offer some seriously downtempo grooves. >play on< and >magic in your eyes< nail the classic sub 110bpm disco sound with its lush live instrumentation. however its the shining 80s feel of >hes a bad mutha< that is the most impressive, melding a sleazy vocal with a heart-rending combination of synths and horns. label bosses yam who? offer two remixes, with their version of >play on< a cosmic uptempo version of the original, with an ascending synth bass that elevates the original vocal to new heights. their remix of >hes a bad mutha< adds a similar amount of extra dancefloor kick, removing the originals yearning melody for something a little more forceful.

cesar merveille first joined the cadenza team in 2009 with the outstanding ep. descarga, produced alongside fellow artist pablo cahn and garnering high critique from industry and public alike. a well known and much loved figure within candenzas vagabundos ensemble and equally the international club circuit, it is with great pleasure that cadenza welcome cesar for his debut solo release on the label. maayancholy is a beautiful and heart wrenching record, showcasing the delicate and fiercely musical palette of the french producer. introducing with shimmering open cymbals. light and airy they rustle simultaneously and offer diversity via their multiple manipulation. unsettled and sporadic, they splash throughout the remainder of the piece in an ethereal manner, casting light over delicate steinway piano keys and stabbing muted chord sequences. argentinean artist guti composed the aforementioned piano, his jazz and pianist training clearly used to full degree on maayancholy with simplistic singular key arrangements and piercing chord sequences. as the ascending chords rise, they dance magically alongside the pitter patter of percussive drums in a stripped back and raw demeanour. maayancholy effortlessly lays bare the emotive side of merveille through this ambient and surprising track. luciano picks up the remix duty for with a 16 minute interpretation. as condensed cymbals and piano chords are electronically warped, urgency prevails and groove sets in, securing lucianos twisted version as the perfect companion for the simplistic original. pace quickened and intensity sharpened, luciano demonstrates the clear dance floor attributes within . maayancholy in an electronic reinterpretation fit for the floor

piemonts newest release on mbf is in tune with their new more house flavoured trax and twists it slightly.smoking cave conveys new jack feeling with cool vocals meeting each other... clashing nicely and creating a super funky rhythm, incorporated in their own piemont groove. the track is as multicoloured and multidimensional as it possible can be, genre bending, cool, combining so many elements of different genres... it explodes on the dance floor. house djs as well as minimal djs will like these house chords and ascending strings, in the best wild pitch manner.

the release, has two original songs and two additional remixes. plastidecor is orientated to the dance floor. tech house of quality with a groove ascending that make enjoy in the dance floor! the remix of hermanez is totally oriented to the dance floor,, has a strong bass and a base with lots of rhythm. the remix by mihai popoviciu has the same formula, rythm ascending, with a very strong bass for the dance floor. fraggle rythm, has a base deep house very percussive, melodies accompanied by a elegant bass. dance hall of the ewok, is a tech house very personal, with percussive sounds, voices, and bass groove, accompained by a deep synth

hyperdub has long been a fan of grime don terror danjahs razor sharp productions, his unparalleled, skittering rhythm science, deadly riffs, brilliant technicolour synth squiggles, gremlin cackle signature and general ear for a catchy tune. on this first ep for the label, he showcase two strains of his many skills. acid cranks up the energy, with an ascending synth crashing into stuttering drums and synths. they play hide and seek with each other for a bit, before the track unexpectedly breaks into a 4 / 4 house rhythm, and then shatters into pieces again. on the flipside, pro plus, terror is joined by long time collaborator d.o.k for a slice of their classic sound - an infectious, twisted sickly sweet synth melody wrapped around syncopated, stop start drums to mean effect.

flowers that fell (already been picked up on by steve lamacq for radio 1) is an irresistable, chiming mid 80s indie guitar melody, an ascending punchy smiths-esque bassline locked in with dfa-esque drums. >the far< builds on the emotive theme of the a-side: footsteps and a gunshot begin the military drum march. an insistent drum roll and a descending bassline take the story to the frontline

lithuanian producer paulius lincius (aka moon disco) presents his first vinyl release on the respected control tower label, run by the dexorcist & radioactive man, and shows a subtlety and deftness of touch that many more experienced producers would envy. treading the path of classic electro can be a dangerous game if the sounds arent just so, but fortunately paulius has been doing his homework and keeps it simple and clean. radioactive man offers up a remix that roughens things up a little bit and throws some datasette-esque sounds into the equation, but still keeps pretty close to the traditional electro blueprint. overall a strong release for those that prefer their beats and bass with a slightly nostalgic edge...

flowers that fell (already been picked up on by steve lamacq for radio 1) is an irresistible, chiming mid 80s indie guitar melody, an ascending punchy smiths-esque bassline locked in with dfa-esque drums. >the far< builds on the emotive theme of the a-side: footsteps and a gunshot begin the military drum march. an insistent drum roll and a descending bassline take the story to the frontline

transmissions florales is massis first vinyl release. the density of the 808 drums reminds us this is synthetic from the start. but as the the swirling, phasing 7th chords and the crystal-like lead tones build up and blend with the laid-back wah-wah guitars, this simple song take us to some sensual, forgotten place with swaying limbs and flashing lights. with a few changes in structure and the timbre of the bass, the acid mix proposes an alternate scenario - gliding to the edge of madness with a wink at raving in the late 80s. are we in the disco? or at the seashore? keep on moving, keep on flying. bionic gulls call to each other over the oceans arpeggios. >alpha base< uses a similar synth palette, but with quite different results. rather than waves, this piece seems to evoke dramatic weather over a jagged terrain. the funky, syncopated bass and percussion remind us of some ancient tribal ceremony on parched soil. odd sound effects imitate the heat and sudden shots of lightning, while the ascending pentatonic breaks suggest a primitive electronic geisha, draped in mylar foil, deflecting the suns rays as she dances for the gods. she performs an intricate sequence of steps, each with its own placement and hidden meaning… having spent the past 2 years entertaining crowds at underground clubs in berlin and around the eu, massi is already somewhat known to those who enjoy dancing to whatever is eclectic, energetic, and atmospheric. now, perhaps more people will hear his special groove. we hope you share our joy, our obsession… and the particular oscillations from this very personal >transmission florale<

fresh new electro label coming straight outta berlin ! and by electro we dont mean some lame-ass four-to-the-floor shite soaked in distortion and full of all the latest ‘hotsamples, fresh from a timenspace cd. this is the real deal, six tracks of well thought out machine music, where the funk is in the circuits… automated syndrome 1 defines the first set of symptoms which robots (or other artificial intelligence) show while being exposed to a series of certain stimulants. to acquire information regarding any artificial intelligence amongst your family, friends or colleagues the bass4bots label is now proud to be offering you all the data necessary in one complete package. get yours before the others do!

panorama bar hit!!! played out by the likes of richie hawtin, dubfire, magda, holgi star, dave shokh, gus gus, mark broom. the labelhead of rotary cocktail recordings >two_em< starts at dekadent with an berlin influenced track called >manjala<. remix support he received from a well-known old friend someone else, and the ascending producers of spektre, on the flipside. both remixes have completely different characters. the foundsound boss presents a crazy afterhour track for the wild panoramabar sessions and in contrast of it, the 2 guys from uk take the best parts and built up a strange technomonster.

another incredible, time- and boundariless offering from john daly with waves of distorted synth incessantly ascending, overlaping, collapsing over a simple but effective house beat gently pushing you into a calm state of euphoria. flip over for a beatless ambient version reminiscent of experimantal 70s synth music

dj support: karotte, josh wink, john selway, jeff samuel, chloe, laurent garnier, sebastien leger, sian (pokerflat), simon baker (infant).... just as klaus kinski once saw the jungle, minilogue see their sound as a multifaceted and highly fecund place whose nevertheless existing and complex matrix does not show itself in any apparent order. two new tracks on wir make their way through tight, slippy and steeply ascending paths, working to see the daylight in the befogged territory of the peruvian rain forest, or they ride on rapid amazonian rivers looking for el dorado, while unknown dangers lurk behind. bushwacking beats slap through the thicket, wandering on the trails of ancient cultures, not fearing any frazzle. minilogues trademark sound already overgrows the dance-floor, wriggles over sweaty walls, into the corners and beneath the turntables, and theres quite a chance to lose oneself in that labyrinth when not paying attention to where the exit once was

wagon repair welcome a new artist to their ranks in the form of italian minimal master luca bacchetti. after a host of releases on italian label tenax, spawned from the cult club of the same name, this is a heavy dose of entrancing minimal - equally suited for the dancefloor or the late train ride home. a side >rolling brooklyn< pushes the envelope a bit further, a busy and investigatory track driven by sniffing snare sounds, moist synth balloons and screeching metallic accents. ascending from chaos to minimal bliss. distinctly urban, b side >what ever< progresses defiantly amidst reverb laden howls and sirens, throbbing to climax with stabbed bass and rolling percussion in an inpenetrable surge to the senses. final cut >flat mates< keeps up the pace. led by a dizzy synth haze and fueled by a tight house rhythm, luca adds acoustic metal drum sounds into the mix to broaden the tone.

pure west coast breaks funk with a dash of uk inspiration and a vocoded vocal hook that will infect dancefloors everywhere friendly (fat rec uk/australia) turns in a huge remix that peaks out with a massive ascending acid synth line (sb)

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roger shah, der zusammen mit partner pedro del mar auch die erfolgreiche -mellomania--compilation veršffentlicht und mit topstars wie tiesto und armin van buuren zusammenarbeitet, liefert wieder zwei komfortable sets aus midsummer-sounds und relaxten beats ab. der perfekte soundtrack fŸr entspannte nachmittage, sonnenuntergŠnge, laue sommerabende und atmosphŠrische clubnŠchte!

a dying planet..encapsulated by those who killed it. filled with wandering souls and ancient technology, a way out emerges. a utopian star, an escape, the anarchostar.
the anarchostar is a psychedelic science fiction universe and the sophomore album of the american electronic composer and futurist distal. the anarchostars story acts as a conduit for the music, each release is a different part of the mythos surrounding the label narrative.