la freund recordings presents a new ep from amsterdam based producer and modular synth enthusiast sjamsoedin. three varied tracks and two heavy remixes by simon weiss (rush hour / voyage direct) and claude (a.k.a. fulgeance) form the new label s second release. sjam sjamsoedin has been around the electronic music scene for over fifteen years, releasing music under various aliases. since 2011 sjamsoedin has been experimenting with a deeper and warmer sound built around strong grooves, combined with his love for (modular) synths and effects. orion is sjamsoedin s first full length ep under his own name. while the drums and pastel find their inspiration in the chicago house sound of the good old days, orion has more of a lush electronica vibe to it. both remixes add a heavier sound to complete the well rounded ep.

the secret squirrels are non-stop in their search for irresistible, raw and tracky disco-tinged grooves that are primed and ready to slay your dance floors. the first offering here works the chunkier and funkier side of the woods, while the flip gets all late night, dirty and ecstatic on you. don t feed the animals when you can make them dance.

the brussels based guys from vitesse are debuting on the brand new crevette records label. dim the lights, pour yourself a sex on the beach and dial your stereos up to 10 for this one. a-side ‘in de lucht’ is an ode to the intoxicating pleasures of life while the dreamy synths and juicy bassline on ‘sorry adriaan’ encourages you to do nasty things… the dance floor pads and bells on b2 are guaranteed to ignite even the most challenging dance floors. whether your going to the discoteca or cruising into the sunset this ep will do the trick.

play what they want features the vocal talents of laurie anderson contributors include, yo la tengo, mary lattimore, quince contemporary vocal ensemble, phil manley, brandee younger, brandon lopez, sam yulsman and ben lanz while colpitts’ previous albums have expanded on the possibilities and limitations of drums and percussion, this new album redefnes the project crossing the boundaries of jazz and modern contemporary classical having played in spiritualized, white hills, boredoms and marnie stern to name a few, john has made many tv appearances including jimmy fallon and is viewed as one of new yorks most acclaimed percussionists lp pressed on virgin vinyl housed in a spot uv gloss varnish jacket and includes a free download coupon.

lunar disko presents... time marches on with two various artist eps to celebrate the 20th release on lunar disko records. eight tracks encompassing the modus operandi of the label since the beginnings... part 2 features another selection of lunar disko favourites, with the return of dj overdose and raiders of the lost arp, while two of ireland s finest in tr one and automatic tasty complete this stellar line-up. ..and time...is still marching on...

on his sixth album, the arc of tension, the berlin based dj, label owner and producer oliver koletzki yet again presents his remarkable vision of contemporary electronic music, while he assumes the role of a storyteller. the arc of tension speaks to its listener as a singular, self contained work, which communicates by way of its natural flow and arc of suspense. the latter is mirrored not only in the multifarious narrative of the actual album, but can also be understood as evidence for its creators long musical history. while koletzki focussed on a diverse range of vocal collaborations on his previous long players, he now moves on to a different form of storytelling, rooted in the quiet confidence of a veteran musician, as well as the hectic lifestyle of a globally in demand dj.

this is joels second appearance on kanzleramt after his very much loved solo 12inch reminder in 2006. its also not the first release of the two, as last years drumcode limited release slight munch shows. joel and heiko have been friends for over a decade. the depth of that connection is reflected in rooter as much of this release was designed and realised right at the kitchen table over breakfast or with a good wine while cooking dinner. more parts of those sessions will be following on parabel later this year.

we eroded pre-existent structures constructing an open heterotopic space, a horizontal and vertical thinking found its way through physical- and cyberspace, here, nothing manifested instantly - flippancy left space for any kind of interaction and appropriation. within (or well beyond) economic pressure points which diluted production, this was our opportunity to try out different potentials with no restrictions to the public, while simultaneously scrutinising the general framework of institutions and human behaviours. subversive potential always was variable, always asking, deconstructing and reconfiguring itself allowing new states of aggregation within diffuse interspaces and futures

quietly building an enthusiastic following with a steady stream of eps and singles, m.o.o.n.’s debut full-length “clinically blasé” creatively navigates a wide range of emotive synthesizer music deviating from dancegeared tropes in favor of freer arrangements and lush instrumentation. while the rhythms are rooted in variants of house, boogie, and synth-pop clinically blase never tips it’s hand stylistically in any particular direction resulting in a playful balance of retro sounds and futuristic ideas highlighting a deft melodic sensibility.

wild oats is proud to present speed of life, a new record from london based producer k15. this 6 track double ep explores the idea of the sense of urgency that life can have depending on the frame of mind one is in. we encourage you take time to do some inner exploration to understand what the best use of your energy is in order to have the most harmonious experience you can have in your life. having a good balanced life starts with the physical and mental state you are in. what we consume on all levels whether orally, visually, sonically or tactilely influences how we think, feel, and react to our environment. this record is the perfect re-calibration tool using vibration to get your mind, body, and soul back into a balanced state. all the while, having a wonderful listening experience that will warm your heart, put a smile on your face, and make you dance.

discobar and assemble music join forces family and soul for record store day and deliver the split ep. assemble is represented by norken and lerosa while discobar by robin ordell & seuil.

we proudly present our second vinyl only release ! mountains vol. 1 comes from two well known producers from the underground scene : dhaze and duky . dhaze s track is remixed by the berliner artist sierra sam while duky s track is remixed by the luminer duo

the finnish kitkatone and berlin based labelowner mike wall have created a four track strong ep from the sleeve with -ears burning-! rough, industrial techno in its best form. kitkatone is one of the makers of the label kova and is known for his techno show -maanalainen radio- at bassoradio. have fun while listening. mastered by alhek mastering.

the pretenders just be yourself remixed from the original multitrack 2 tapes. dj kon has been busy doing re-works and remixes of chic, michael jackson, george benson, t.s. monk, donna summer, chaka khan, gil scott heron, willie bobo, pleasure + many others. this remix of a legendary and highly in demand modern soul track on carnival records keeps in step with the original recording while breaking ground into new sonic territory. the sound is rich and full due to analog mixing by kamal humphrey through maurice starr s ssl board. simply a future classic.

amine edge & dance have become well known for their releases on their own label cuff. by bringing new sounds to this label, they are building a reputation for some huge anthems, and it looks like their latest has arrived under bad influence‘. a hard hitting beat kicks the track off, while also flitting in with the vocals of sergy which provide a real different edge to the track. they have a soulful feeling to it, especially when the track begins to build and whenever it drops down. the vocal chops work well with the deep flowing bass line and hard hitting beat that amine edge & dance have delivered. bringing this all together with the drum samples and the various synth layers which work into the background of the track, it all seems to just provide a sense of groove, a sense of energy, a real deep underground driver. amine edge & dance deliver the goods with bad influence . dj support: felix da housecat sante lupe fuentes walker & royce severino panzetta tommy trash shiba san dj krush treasure fingers vanilla ace grant nelson

over the past five years velvet season & the hearts of gold have laid down all manner of sizzling disco edit grooves that veer into spaced out, cosmic territory, but on this new joint for blue velvet they aim for the jugular with an abundance of cheeky licks from familiar sources. angel dust is set to get all manner of parties going wild with its classic hooks, while turn me on takes a smoother approach into romantic climes with equally recognisable sounds repurposed for the modern dancefloor. the samples may be easy to spot, but that just makes this records appeal even more universal.

the inaugural release of recently established copenhagen-based label petrola 80, is a fresh 12- ep produced by the danish producer and dj duo lyra. the ep consists of three sample-based tracks, all equally different in sound and dynamics, while still contributing to the same framework. the characterizing energy and playful experiments in sound are sustained throughout the entire record, of which the three tracks vary from gritty, hard-hitting techno to obscure and evolving ambient.

keeping true to the yin/yang approach of his 12inches, martianman gives you a glimpse into his ever-expanding universe with the release of vol. 3. the impenetrable pads of ion storm strike the dark and uplifting in equal amounts. disembodied chants and deep bass tremors give way to a thunderous amen break, while hallucinatory synths swirl throughout the madness, just beyond reach. an intergalactic barnstormer in signature style. tracy’s grunt, meanwhile, is built around a simple jazz loop, dripping with melancholy, backed in stark contrast to a loose, clattering funk kit. in ital comfort quickly becomes a beautiful descent into madness, where steady rhythms decay into warped electronics and bad-trip samples. a vividly painted lucid dream.

fellow earthlings, cast your gaze skywards. if you’re quick, you might see earthboogie’s intergalactic cruise ship coming in to land.
while they’ve been djing around london and beyond with their custom built quod sound system for some time, the mr mystery ep marks their debut appearance on leng records. it’s the first time the fruits of their studio labours, recorded in the space they call the control room, have made it onto vinyl.

kraftek is very proud to present a special edition limited vinyl pressing featuring 2 brand new remixes from label heads pleasurekraft. on the a-side, the track that first put pleasurekraft on the map and now revered as one of the all-time classics of tech house, “tarantula”. after several initial vinyl pressings all of which sold out when it first came out in 2010- this marks the first time the track is available on vinyl again. however, the real jewel in the crown here is the boys new techno take on their original. darker, harder, and meaner, the ‘7 year itch rework’ marks the 7 year anniversary of the track and showcases the musical evolution of the duo as they have gone from strength to strength, having embraced a much tougher techno sound which has brought them the enthusiastic support of icons like carl cox, adam beyer, nicole moudaber, kolsch & more. on the flip side, american techno producer charles duff aka matrixxman has seen a meteoric rise in just a few short years. from the early crosstown rebels days to matthew dear’s spectral to now being a cornerstone of the dekmantel family, here he gets his track -the spell- a steroid injected remix from pleasurekraft. while the beautiful ethereal hook of the original remains intact, the drums and new supporting synth lines make for a behemoth of a canvas for the lead to shine on. we are very proud to present this special limited edition kraftek vinyl series vol 2.

7th storey projects are delighted to announce the release of a 10- dubplate special from a man who has been making a splash in the jungle scene for a while now, with a slew of top quality releases on labels such as fresh 86 and shiprec, as well as his own imprints - myor massiv, myor & diamond life . a huge welcome to coco bryce to 7th storey s roster of talent! featuring two killer cuts from coco s archives - the a side, raid in an amenistic attack, replete with dark and eerie interludes. the b side jbb is a junglistic roller with uplifting pads, plaintive horns and ragga chants. both tracks demonstrate his ability to create unconventional yet still dance floor friendly tunes tinged with his many musical influences.

sport 1000 debut release, its origins remaining in the murky shadows of anonymity for now. while drenched in sounds spanning back to early jungle and hardcore, these tunes are crafted with a sense for modern tastes, ready to flip the vibe in a brave dj s 4/4-set. -dream support- bopps along nicely with warm chords and a skippy breakbeat, until the bottom end opens up with a big reese-workout and suddenly you re down at the blue note in 1996, filtered mentasm-samples and all. -dawn queen- follows a similar path, it s chugging breakbeat slowly getting friskier with some tasty amen-cuts.

“muen” is based on the concepts of “muen”, “kugai” and “raku” all referring to tactical “freedoms” or “liberties” within the structures of medieval japan. a reflection on concepts that have been lost since the seventeenth century, according to historian yoshihiko amino. while “muen” echoes of the seminal early 90s merzbow, playing on the relationship between metal noise and instrumental oscillations, it differs in interaction between the two. where the pure noise used to dominate, the instrumentation has taken over, making the whole soundscape oscillate and vibrate. each side is one long piece unfolding, an ocean of tones and frequencies, a catharsis of sound, dynamics and power. “muen” is a vitally sonic experience from a true master and innovator of electronic music for followers both new and old. “muen” is limited to 375 copies

2017 repress ,alleviated records is proud to present the ken gill ep. ken was on the scene while bernard (badie) and larry (heard) worked on music ideas between 1993 and 1997 and they both help out on love moon, our first selection.

the mixtapers are an italian band focused on a dynamic, live funk and hip hop sound. following an appearance on sonar kollektiv last year with the we so good 12inch, they ve been chosen to inaugurate bakerboy s agnis music label with this effervescent ep. the title track on sun metaphors uses blissful rhodes keys as the focal point for a sunkissed slice of vocal deep house, while smokey reflection takes a more punchy approach to the drums while maintaining the woozy mood. trinity kicks off the b-side with some squelchy electro funk stylings, and then sara lima lends her vocal tones to downtempo cruiser stay (away from me)

amoon andrews is one of those cult producers from the mid 90s that could have easily remained under the radar were it not for passionate, tuned in labels like knoe tracking down their wares and finding out what didnt get released the first time around. the sir lord comixx material packs all the hallmarks of great 90s deep house, and so it goes on this next round of dat-sourced goodness.new world is a swirling gem that would sound right at home on guidance, while danceteria gets a twitchy spring in its step that should set the party alight.dance on the ceiling is equally feisty in its make-up, working some choice midi sax tones into the melee before physical oceans sets off into adventurous electro territory

julien sabre and konstress blind box label is branching out with a new sublabel entitled blind box basic, which seeks to explore a more minimalistic approach to the dance floor. in order to get things rolling, they re turning to chris carrier and his monsieur georget alias for three tracks of on-point, rolling house grooves. carrier s experience in handling heads down tracks is evident throughout, from the insistent surge of geogette to the hazy tones of balade sur le chemien de fer, while mais ou se cache donc le zebu heads straight to freaked out minimal territory.

after the successful debut ep from giovanni damico and tomson, we play wax brings you their second release: a showcase of one of italy’s most talented and productive new-kid-on-the-block. degio’s “questione interiore” offers up for enjoyment 3 club-ready acid-infused house bangers, while his good friend alessio collina gets deep, down and dirty on the remix duty.
to visually complement the sound, our talented romanian designer lar pavel puts his signature on yet another eye-catching custom-designed artwork, all on professionally mastered and carefully crafted black gold.

the first record from the mysterious monsieur blue attracted plenty of favourable attention from the deep house and minimal fraternity when it dropped last year, and so the anonymous artist rolls around for a second bout with this sterling three-tracker. deep and dubby pads meet with rock-solid grooves on the a1, while the a2 track strips things back to an insistent rhythm, emphasising the space in the mix. the b-side track meanwhile channels a funky energy into the spaced out headspace monsieur blue inhabits, completing a strong trio of club-ready trippers for the dreamiest of dancefloors.

irenic. aimed at peace and brought to life as a steady output for spiritual groove based music. first installment by novio dub tribe offers 3 tracks that may differ in style but created with the same mindstate. ‘kakiuchi’ is all about serenity and echoed drums, ‘solfa’ brings some aquatic tech to the mix while ‘meguro’ is a classic example of an oldschool dub workout.

the black mask - snts debuts on horo in the wake of his experimental leaning losing sight lp. ep opener origin of light dazzles with its shimmering waves of corrosive ambience, while ancestral reflection and figures in the mist are more familiar, vital snts dance-floor rituals, built with the inherent snts intoxication. resurgence notches up the intensity to close the ep with a grinding heave.

brazilian producer bungle returns to thirtyone records with his sophomore ep for the renowned british outlet for all things drum & bass. doc scott curates the label closely and has selected four bungle cuts that all have that same prolific vibe to them.
“cocooned ep” opens up with the sublime and dark title song. “cocooned” revolves around a savvy bass cut and bungle’s signature big drums. “distance” is a special piece with a gigantic pad at the centre of the song. the big and jazzy hats are compilmenting the rhythm nicely while splashes of fx are cleverly being used throughout.

mano le tough is set to release his second 12inch on maeve, the label he cofounded with baikal and the drifter in 2012. the label was born from the idea to release hypnotic dancefloor dedicated music, and this release certainly stays true to that. big words from the small mouth arrives on the a side of maeve 11 with quite the clatter. searing synth jams scatter over a brooding kick/sub bass combo. the sharp crisp percussion drives the track forward all the time, while various bleets, squeals and swells develop throughout giving the track a raw rave vibe. arganol on the flip is a trippy affair. touching 9 mins long, this track feels like mano le tough right from the outset, patient in its approach whilst slowly telling the listener its story. the narrative unravels through woozy melodies and melancholic cameos culminating in a burst of movement and energy perfect for the wee hours of a dancefloor.

audiosapr is one of the most consistent albums you’re likely to come across in russia’s gost zvuk entire back catalogue. surprisingly, the full-length by saint petersburg’s scene veteran kuzma palkin is a compilation of random jams and studio recordings he made in the period of 2014-2015, carefully pieced together by label’s masterminds. sapr stands for the system of automatic projection (a russian term for computer-aided design, cad) which defines the album’s experimental yet complex and interlocking heart. based around a central theme of immediacy and spontaneity, audiosapr builds upon the foundations of early, pre-detroit era of electro and techno, and then progresses the wispy entrails of analogue gear in a contemporary dancefloor direction. it’s clearly music that can be attributed as hybrid, however it’s not you re going to think about while listening to “audiosapr”, palkin’s definitely most inspiring work to date.

after previously exhibiting his remixing dexterity on two other occasions, myles sergé returns to „made of concrete“ to showcase his production chops in a four track ep revealing three originals and one rework. firmly rooted in his hometown of grand rapids, a city along the legendary detroit-chicago axis, sergé stays true to the musical hallmarks that made history in the scene, sketching up a contemporary soundscape with haunting old school influences. the ep unfolds as a real treasure trove, with each track digging deeper into the realms of dubbed out electronica, while masterfully blurring the lines between house and techno.

year zero is a first release on post scriptums own label and in a sense it is a manifesto defining it s musical identity. no space here for a sound targeting the current techno mainstream. there is dirt, and the pinch of imperfections, very characteristic of avant-garde electronics and industrial well known for the quite nearby past. on the a side, there are compositions appearing like shutters from experiments conducted in the secret laboratory. the rhythm is giving the appropriate weight, while the rest is a musical conglomerate of sounds and synthesis building up a feeling of anxiety. a swarming energy, a modulation, an uncertainty and lurking somewhere danger are surrounding us.on the flip side are remixes constituting the lighter counterpunch. motor eurhythmics bringing to life the old good detroit techno definitely of a dance-floor character, making this material ideal for an interesting set.

junto club kicked off snap crackle & pop late last year, and now the label returns with the debut solo release from london-based outfit deeds. while rollo and kiri inglis may have previously popped up on an obscure compilation on anti-ghost moon ray, this record should see their coldwave sound shoring up with many more adventurous listeners. video dreams is a beautifully melancholic slice of electronica while unknown reaches for euphoric heights. remixes from bezier and the field round the record out as a wonderful exercise in emotive home listening electronics for sensitive souls.

viva music boss steve lawler serves up a brace of balearic-tinged groovers as he preps for another firecracker season in ibiza and brings his years of experience and production prowess to phil weeks’ robsoul recordings imprint for the very first time. adding a dash of breezy, feel good aesthetics - mixed with shuffling, shining rhythms - opening track feelin has a light and steady pace, retaining a focus on groove and space, with vocal chops dusted across the track while melodic atmospheres underpin and a deep, soulful and powerful soul vocal sample cements the hands in the air vibe. equally sun kissed is take me there, bringing a percussive rhythm, laced with bongo hits and skins, while more vocal chops and layered percussion find themselves dancing in perfect matrimony. another day, and another dancefloor weapon from birmingham s finest.

o2 returns to argot just behind the release of her 3rd album. pointed at dancefloors while simultaneously speaking to her songwriting capabilities, w/the a being smooth & spacey, & the b at first pensive, before flowering into a floor filler.

limited 300 copies marbled vinyl only release! edo pietrogrande is the eclectic producer, architect, dj and sound engineer hiding behind p41. low tide is a techno record which looks back to the past while foreseeing the future. created while traveling through cornwall, it holds progressive sounds with feet firm into the ground. the remix is signed by rome s most known and appreciated dj: donato dozzy. hypnotic techno and 909, his trademarks.

after the release of its 5 year anniversary ep with ricardo villalobos & umho, drumma records starts off 2017 with its sixteenth release - resolutions by faster. the romanian artist brings us three outstanding dance floor tracks. >got to give< is an excellent club piece with a funky minimal ostinato, perfect for energetic and deep sets. the tracks long duration keeps us constantly floating and finally reaches a zenith half-way through. without a doubt, this composition will allow long, purposeful mixes and calm any crowds jitters. on the b-side, >got to take< is a track with a relaxed tempo where beautiful bells and percussive instruments ring out while we feel ethereal and mysterious melodies forming as landscapes in the background of a painting. a perfect b-side to listen to at home or to bring down a club in a sunrise set. 180g and vinyl only!

the equally strong -taste and see- on the flipside provides the only lyrical reference to hawai (-mangos and papayas got flavors of their own-) while remaining in line with mehl s smooth west coast vibe - he hired two of chuck mangione s colleagues for the recording, guitarist steve o conner and horn player john rekevics.

hell yeah is proud to present a new ep from an artist that has been on their radar for a while. that artist is napoli s quiroga aka walter del vecchio, the italian dj and producer who also runs his own really swing label and has been given props by the in the know test pressing blog, as well as having all his tunes dropped by balearic gabba sound system at every opportunity.

when it was released in the summer of 2016, eli escobars happiness blew people away with its sophisticated house/disco hybrid sound and striking urban landscape. critics were falling over themselves to hyperbolise over elis exquisite synth stabs while the coveted double lp continues to sell through to this day. the quintessential new york dj, eli’s happiness stomped through the streets of his city, stopping off along the way at the jumping brooklyn basement clubs and dusty record shops that he frequents. some months later, developing on those themes seemed like the most natural thing to do, hands flew up across the board for remixing duties and assembling the extended classic family to contribute was an easy, nay joyful, task. happy again was born, giving the album a fresh new suit of clothes. re-works from kon, soulphiction and yam who? alongside bonus versions of tracks from the original album makes this the ultimate vinyl bumper pack

further adventures into the maverick, musical universe of quinn lamont luke - this time on his own, new label, el triangulo quinn s an amazing talent (as evidenced on his recent ep for ears favourites aficionado), with a shining career under his bing ji ling alias, as well as numerous acclaimed solo and band based side projects (paqua on claremont56, coppa, the phenomenal handclap band etc) different aspirations ploughs a familiar funk/rock furrow to his other distinctive output, elevating things (in the cosmic mix on the a) to breezy yacht-rockin steely dan channeling heights. a radio edit bakes down the hooks into a delicious bitesize piece, while woodstock is a sublime version of the joni mitchell classic limited run on these - don t snooze !

canoe is the new label from nyra that finds him indulging his personal musical preferences while still retaining his club-ready tendencies already established on labels such as never learnt, elastic dreams and more. for the second canoe release noface has been invited along to deliver the a-side track, and it s a killer slice of jazz-laced bumping house replete with sax and vibes. where -young larry- plays things fast and loose, nyra s -sisco visco- on the b-side is an unabashed disco burner with a tight-as-you-like beat and plenty of filter-swept samples to keep the party sizzling.

receptive visions returns with it’s second release, the trademark sound of milos is apparent on both sides of this 12 inch. a tale of two cities with a distorted 909, acid lines and ravey stabs is pure peak time goodness. while shifting perspective revolves around quirky keys and military style drums.

jerome hill is back on his don t label and presents 4 road tested tracks lovely limited blue marbled vinyl in a poly sleeve ! fresh from outings on super rhythm trax, killekill and power vacuum, jerome hill is back on his don t label and presents 4 road tested tracks - each totally different from the last but with the common goal of striking out and injecting colour, fun and a good measure of -don t- rowdiness into the techno landscape. -egg roll- is a slamming broken beat techno monster that has been extensively tested out in the field, -scez princess- combines hardcore breaks with waspish synth riffs while over on the flip -i know- hits hard with no messing around. the ep is finished off with the lumbering, stunted funk of -mono skank-. available on lovely blue marbled vinyl.

lunar disko presents time marches on (part 1) time marches on with two various artist eps to celebrate the 20th release on lunar disko records. eight tracks encompassing the modus operandi of the label since the beginnings part 1 features three lunar disko favourites in the form of john heckle, 214, and vc-118a, alongside a label debut from upcoming dublin producer conan aka conan o’ donnell. detroit influenced electro and techno on the a-side, while the b-side transports the listener into deeper electro soundscapes.and time…is still marching on…