italian rudeboy ivan iacobucci brings his brand of lowdown funk-influenced tech house to apollonia with this sterling three-tracker. over two decades of hard work and dedication to his craft has culminated in ivan’s untainted reputation and widespread respect within the underground from true heads like zip and, of course, the apollonia boys. his love of jazz in evident throughout this ep which is full of subtlety and depth, pulsating b-lines and smooth chords are interlaced with razor-sharp percussion and delicate keys. the first track ‘old in on’ has a laid back, though driving, groove, pushing forward with a hefty bassline that is perfectly counterbalanced by the light twinkling keys and barely-there pads. ‘scris frumos’ encapsulates more of an ominous, tribal feeling with intricate effects trickling through every pore of its deep, dark exterior. its atmospherics keep you intrigued, voices echo in the background and a few moments of softened chimes really intensify the already mysterious vibe. ‘mini ass’ channels more of that electro-funk that forms the foundation of ivan’s love for music, haywire radio pulses prance around stuttered beats, giving it a slightly cosmic feel, while pipes add a more organic nuance to the track. absolutely masterful work from ivan, and another inspired addition to the apollonia catalogue.

fat dog records continues its quest to deliver timeless electronic music with this polished four track ep by mark hand. deeply personal and reflective peripherals is a milestone for mark whose previous releases have been championed by the likes of prosumer, soulphiction, session victim, russ gabriel and hunee.-jaded- and -another broken sunday- draw inspiration from detroit capturing the beauty of cosmic techno perfectly. assumptions features samples of marks late father playing saxophone alongside sun ra resulting in a profound and meaningful example of modern jazz fusion whilst the title track peripherals draws the ep to a close with a delicate piece of poignant ambience

yachting club, if the name evokes a leisurely walk on the deck of a boat, the first ep of yxc reveals the depth of an imaginary journey that does not lack elegance. released in september 2015, captain s memories invites us to a timeless journey into the intricacies of sound, which combines, post industrial clatter of a fantastic boat, unceasing sea rolls, and the harmonies of souvenir.the slow and hypnotic groove, between brokenbeat, abstract, downtempo and film music gives way to reverie but often reveals a delicate nostalgia. quick descriptions of tracks : “havre” describes the encounter between our main character and a local tribe, the broken beat leaves places to their chant both welcoming and threatening.“ancient horror”. on a disturbing 90’s hip hop beat, synths and brass sample narrates the epic fight between the captain and a mythical beast. “captain’s memories”: this beatless track, punctuated by agonizing strings invites us to journey with the captain’s nostalgia, the sea he traveled, the women he met..

banoffee pies records return to their original white label imprint for another limited ep with bp003. tip. again the bristol label continue to compile artists and styles from all over following there no f***s given approach. the one sided a1 heavily samples a drum solo from the blockbuster film of 2015 whiplash, a strung out track filled with space and delicate percussion. jaffa surfas b1 provides a mid way techno break pumped with analog sounds and a swirling kick throughout. to end, the finely unearthed and re-issued b2 edit closes this diverse release with a bang offering something completely different. rolling jazz feelings for the dance floor. more love for the banoffee people.

the ocean the infinity, the beauty, the colour, the sound: a truly seductive place. with the sound of ocean waves smallvilles beloved artist moomin invites us to enter his second full length album a minor thought. a selection of wonderful tracks initiate some exciting house music moments at our favorite clubs, improved at panorama bar, robert johnson and of course the golden pudel among many others. engaged with a fantastic collection of analogue synths and drum machines, moomin is always on a hunt of the most delicate samples.

groove girls, beat queens, disco divas ans funky frauleins ask you for a dance! check out the delicate charm and the booty shaking beats of the likes of hildegard knef, vicky leandros, heidi bruehl, caterina valente, and many more. these gals got groove!

after some time of successful clubnights sd is moving to the next level and takes the first step of journey to bring to surface music and share its sound. the sd label is now a reality. for the first release unc is taking the lead as original mix. it is a 2-track ep, consisting of the original by unc and a remix by sleeparchive. 43v3r. if we were to choose a color it would be black with bits and pieces of gold. yet, uplifting, the kind of thing you need to stimulate body and mind, wake up the senses, the desire to cherish the moment and surrender to the sound. sleeparchive s interpretation comes to enhance the beat leaving his personal stigma in a delicate manner

velvet records proudly presents « v003 », a four-tracks long overview and celebration of the contemporary electronic music scene. together, the artists featured on the french label s first compilation present an audacious look at the depth and span of the scene while also moving the form forward into bold new shapes. touching on expansive deep techno and minimal house, this compilation is made up off exclusively produced and previously unreleased music from ekomine, yaroslav lenzyak, leopol and damien k. sahri, capturing the essence of the current chapter of these genres, hinting at the shape of those to come. french producer ekomine is the first to hit the road with « ramble », a solid sweet-sour blend of atmospheric sounds leading the listener to find himself gently trapped into an unpredictable deep-space diving journey. this is where ukrainian artist yaroslav lenzyak and acolyte rata come in with « cellar door ». no constellations here, but the substantive claustrophobic tale of a spectral entity slowly catching your doppelgänger in the twilight hours. an angel flies and we re suddenly entering the sensitive world of « joy misery » from parisian early analog machines enthusiast leopol, who invites wandering souls to a dance-oriented and delicate voodoo ritual before passing the torch to berlin-based producer damien k. sahri s « travel marvel » which confers the record a multi-ethnic dimension, kindly whiplashing bodies with a mixture of unavoidable pulsations.

late night dweller todd modes can be found deejaying around detroit playing anything from offbeat ambient grooves to spaced out disco jams. he released the todd modes / bobby dolo ep on the cult underground label m1 sessions, and as cosmic handshakes with dial 81 they put out an ep called the delicate details . now he teams up with golf channel s own wild man mike severson from the psychedelic disco rock outfit heroes of the galleon trade. after a session one night, the two step out for a cold one and bump into burly biker bar bandit randy winter and the singer song writer sex visionary emily infinity. after a few drinks they invited them back to the studio and the vocals were set. put on your jean jacket slip on your leather boots and ready yourself for a night thrill ride. golf channel every time !

we are extremely excited about this new release, wich sets the return of lars bartkuhn to dance oriented projects. the needs label founder and author of some many classics like * world*, * walking through circles* under his passion dance orchestra or masterpieces like ‘midnight ceremony’ with his brother marek as bobjazz, joins neroli with a lush and joyful ep aptly titled * music for the golden age*. lars here offers the musical and deeply evocative journey golden age in two versions that have great long building qualities and the subtle groovy ‘daybreak contemplation’. lars is equally experienced in the production/programming field as in being a bandleader and composer. the exquisite trademark balance between the organic and more driving electronic elements is evident throughout the whole ep and delivers a breathtaking and delicate musical insight into lars artistically unique language. a perfect addition to nerolis catalogue.

corresponding positions strikes for a third time. presenting its tribute to outstanding achievements of female pressure group and all the women in the music industry out there. this time cp would like to introduce you 4 different styles borough to you by 4 different female producers, showing diversity available on music market today. banging acid from rebekah clr / soma, delicate feelings from electric indigo - female pressure founder, modular love from annie hall / detroit underground usa and analog industrial sounds from label boss monya. title itself is a political statement which raise an objection to existing governmental situation and express approval to pawels kukiz movement. art- stefan wülser / masterings- soluxion lab.

to coincide with the full remix album’s unveiling on cd, the exquisite reworkings of all i think about is death and why you feel so low by techno heavyweights radio slave and function respectively, have been singled out for release on vinyl. the former bears all the hypnotic hallmarks of a radio slave classic: incrementally menacing percussive lines woven with the heart wrenching vocal chants of the original over an epic 12 minutes. at once understated and emphatic, the tenor is deepened in the extreme on an ambient atmos version. berghain resident, function, on the other hand treats claustrophobias flagship why you feel so low with a delicate touch: he retains the buoyant hook of the original, underlying it with a thunderous, reverberating bassline, handclaps for days, and a beat tailor-made for only the biggest and brightest sound systems.

following the release of the ‘extraction’ and ‘hydraulic pressure’ 12”s earlier this year, adventice – the incendiary collaboration between dj deep and roman poncet, returns to tresor. while taking the groove up quite a few notches, and as per its two predecessors, ‘exsurgence’ unfolds in three different versions around a common theme.
the ‘main mix’ opens into hammering chords yet taking a delicate turn into an synth-heavy refrain. on the flip, the ‘reduced mix’ follows the same composition while playful and cinematic as the use of hihats add a skip to your step and pick up the pace. the ‘percussive mix’ and its rapid drum patterns, exude a fragrance of vocals triggering endless soundscapes.
with this new three track single, dj deep and roman poncet deliver a fierce package, another warning for what is still to come for the duo.

lanthan audio is back after their debut ep that featured edit-select now with their sophomore release from deepbass, scottish dj, producer and label owner of informa records. for this ep deepbass delivers one original cut, alto which has been remixed by aegis, reggy van oers and ness. uniform to the deepbass style, alto is an ethereal atmospheric track with a punchy, rolling bass, which takes you on a voyage through the cosmos. aegis, on the other hand, takes the tracks potent bassline and adds the aura of breakbeat to the elegant atmospheres. on the flip side rvo adds a hypnotic energy to the track as the elements continue to build to the crowning point letting you down nice and smooth. for the final take ness adds his own style as the punchy bass lingers he is still able to keep the mood serene and delicate. all in all a captivating way for each artist to express their own style on one ep. pressing on translucent dark blue and smokey marbled vinyl.

dissonant is proud to welcome daniel stefanik who had delivered a string of modern, refined production with essential albums and singles, throughout his career. on this release, aftermath ep, he offers up two tracks that strike a perfect note between cerebral intrigue and instinctive deep house groove, channeled into an unforgettable and timeless quality. it might drizzle until september, is a truly heartfelt piece throughout its keynotes and dubby gestures. the combination of subtle rhythmic elements and strong, ever-developing melodies is the perfect example of the passion and power that can be worked into house and techno. a stronger beat punches through on jolly green giant but the soothing, sensual synth lines remain giving space for dubby effects and delicate details to feed into the mix.

2015 repress , finale sessions presents a new series of releases from the vault on 10inch format. this first release pairs two bonafide legends in the shape of fred p and kai alce, both known for their incredibly accomplished takes on house. fred ps ram is a deep excursion into pulsing chords and delicate atmosphere, while kai alces >scene 1< is a raw, acidic affair for peak time sets - both are essential cuts.

original rio beach boy marcos valle returns with a brazilian masterpiece. evoking his carioca sound - where expansive orchestral sweep meets beautiful melody and complex harmony - valle mixes perfect romantic bossa-pop with cinematic brass and strings. this new recording explores a six decade career that has swung between pop, bossa nova, delicate psychedelia, jazz, and funk. responsible for bossa classic >summer samba (so nice)< valle has collaborated with leon ware, sarah vaughan, & chicago, seen his track >ele e ela< sampled by jay z for blueprint 3, and his songs recorded by the likes of frank sinatra and bebel gilberto.

with growing support from technos finest selectors, this uk label is fast becoming one-to-watch if sci-fi-laden machine music is your bag. dark arts 06 rolls out with ‘gallery’, a crafty slab of organ-burning techno. to follow, rugged detuned bass throbs throughout the raw but funky as hell stealth-houser ‘spare groove’. the aquatic electro of ‘opaline’ is a delicate, percussion-driven ride until the chest-caving bottom end hits.to finish, ‘atrium’ is a deadly, percussion packed minimal groove - heads down and eyes closed for this tense space jam. highly recommended!

this release is a collection of big names of the electronic music history, some of them are legends: pete tong & john monkman lead the list of big artists in this ep, they had produced the bumps a few months ago and now we can see the remixes of that track.
for the remix duties, suara is proud to have on board one of the biggest names of electronic music movement with more than 20 million albums sold, 8 songs in the uk singles chart, masterpieces like play or 18. the name of the remixer is moby, whom did a delicate and sophisticated deep house track for his debut on suara.
coyu is in the package too with a dancefloor, melodic, powerful interpretation of the original and julien jeweil did a really cool revision of the track in a techno way.

the revered halal prepared series on boe extends to its fourth volume with four new acts fresh to the label. hotly tipped duo, invisible menders, made up of outstanding dj jane fitz and thus far underrated producer dom ahtuam contribute a stunning balearic bass-heavy house cut fifth time lucky. fresh from his solo ep, john shima slots in a deep techno workout thought wave. toby tobias of rekids fame pumps out some raw basement lofi vibes with his jacker sword art arcade and rounding off the ep on a delicate note is tim smith s soft and melodic 707 jam graphene

inside nomine is the much-anticipated debut album from nomine. released on tempa records, it finds the enigmatic producer travelling beyond his acclaimed, soundsystem-demolishing 12 inches to explore the deepest reaches of inner space. a reflection on the power of sound to reshape how we experience reality, it is a remarkable, immersive soundworld of a record — delicate and contemplative, fleet-footed yet overwhelmingly forceful.

bass cultures latest release comes straight from the studio of the label head, d julz. a man who draws on dub influences, groove and deep soul-enriching rhythms, d julz is a member of the paris old school fraternity and brings that classic sound right into the 21st century with his houdini ep.across three tracks we have a selection of music that epitomises what he’ all about. the title track gets things rolling with a sultry groove pervading throughout, crunchy claps add depth while fizzing synth lines and throwback yelps give it plenty of character. second track * waiting 4 visa* is a classy breakbeat-led outing, delicate effects loom in the background entrancing the listener while the minimal composition keeps things simple and hypnotic. lastly * serendipity* takes us a few layers deeper, with a laid-back bounce and chirpy bleeps really bringing it to life. d julz shows us once again why he is one of the mainstays of the paris, a godfather who does everything with a touch of class.

allez! here we go with the next release from terence :terry:’s highly-respected la vie en rose label. so far this year lvr has brought the heat with terence’s solo ep ‘acid heroes’ and the superb mix compilation ‘house couture’, which has received widespread praise. now, we have this brand new ep from a true paris legend, and an inspiration to terence himself – the one and only, jerome pacman. rising up in the early 90s, jerome established himself through the paris underground, and has remained one of the city’s finest selectors and producers. this four-track ep includes a remix from romanian godfathers livio & roby and represents jerome’s ability to throw down fresh, classic house rhythms with a modern twist. kicking off with ‘merry-go-round’, a bass-heavy rumbler imbued with subtle house tropes, we move into ‘jp sunlight’, a bubbling groover with twinkly, dream-like effects and a bassline that will lock in from the get go. on the flip we have ‘mpa’, a simple yet effective roller that will grip you with its repetitive groove and delicate use of detail in the background. livio & roby step up for the remix of ‘mpa’, which focuses on a more unusual, organic sound ethic – typical of the romanian sound that is so widely loved. a rework that is delivered with panache,

”love will remember pharaon de winter” is said at the end of the record. pharaon de winter was a painter from north of france, who lived from the end of the xixth century to the beginning of the xxth century. today, pharaon de winter is reappearing again. it’s a band, but also the name of a song, which changed everything for his author. past leader of both bands toy fight and (please), maxime chamoux was playing since now a genre between north american rock of spoon and neutral milk hotel, and sophisticated british pop from prefab sprout or xtc. we find today in this new project songs navigating between french, for most part, and english. partners and friends since a long time, thomas pirot at the drums and raphael ankierman at the bass are playing alongside fx guéant-mata at the guitar. we also find mina tindle and her delicate voice appearing here and there. at last we don’t forget the goldsmith’s talent of canadian musician sandro perri who’s joining the band, highly recommended by pitchfork magazine with his album impossible spaces in 2011.

kiriks sound is very personal. delicate yet sophisticated, he deploys an intricate web of emotions in a multilayered space. memory remains ep is the perfect example of this complexity.

2015 repress - from the first glimpses of henry laufers work as shlohmo, it was clear that the la native and visual artist turned self-taught musician was onto something. with an effortless grasp on sound design, laufer combines deceptively simple and emotive melodies, subtle bass drops and swinging slow motion drums. his early work has placed him at the forefront of a new wave of rising talent amongst west coast producers… inspired by the desire to write songs and create a release of full-range instrumentation and vocals all his own, laufer promptly began home-recording >bad vibes<, his proper full-length debut album for the friends of friends label. some might say the songs on >bad vibes< represent the spawn of a new rhythm and blues - one that swings and sways under the backbone of henrys own take on modern electronic music. augmented with delicate slide guitar playing, homemade synth sounds and lilting, tuneful melodies, shlohmos latest output is one that will take you places - specifically the un-paralleled vibes swirling through this young mans head.

mina records head honcho masaya returns to her ever-impressive imprint this june with a blistering three track ep *la nuit*, featuring a remix from agaric.
ep opener *la nuit* shimmers into life over buttery synths and shifting percussion while ghostly intonations and warm resonations combine to deliver a deep and affecting cut that immediately leaves you wanting more.
for the b-side claudia teams up with fellow vocalist anders ilar to deliver *stars*, a sumptuous affair with delicate percussive arrangements and long-drawn-out synths. drumcode and ovum recordings affiliate agaric steps up for remix duty and utilizes dynamic hooksand hypnotic rhythms to dish up an infectious version of *stars*.

hot on the heels of killer releases by label heads ryan crosson and shaun reeves, the latest visionquest release sees the label turn its head to deadbeat aka scott monteith. the berlin based montrealeler has been putting his own spin on house and techno for some time now, putting his stamp on esteemed labels such as cynosure, echocord and wagon repair. the jacks ep continues his fine tradition of putting out discerning fare, as he conjures up a new ep package that remixes his classic track, mecca drum track (originally released on wagon repair), from 2008. striking in its many intricate and delicate production wares, its a polished effort from the outset

psyth launches with the debut ep from rob shields. with a delicate urgency driven by a pulsating post-punk bassline, shards lavishes layer upon rich layer of sound, evoking the cool grooves of peaking lights and chromatics, while a shimmering vocal sample from rebecca sawyer adds an otherworldly sense of longing that echoes through the soul of the release. silhouetted appears more conventional and dance-floor friendly next to shards, but under the surface is something unique and strangely exotic. a mantra-like melody loop gives a nod to minimalist composer terry riley and his solo organ works, while world instruments such as an african kalimba and tibetan singing bowl only heighten the hypnotic and intoxicating quality even further.

the second installment of uzuri’s “the wilderness sessions” delivers 3 tracks geared towards the refined dancers and listeners of the world. the idea here is slow burning broken beat tracks infused with the soul of jazz and funk. the ep opens with fox ‘n hound, a slightly menacing and equally sexy jam which ebbs and flows with a delightfully funky bass line and enough melodic accents to keep full attention. the secret here is in the details which are craft-fully manipulated by this talented duo. futonjam continues the trend of beautifully unfolding composition with its shuffled percussion and gracefully evolving melodies. a perfect track for home listening and for those deep sultry moments on the dance floor. the crown jewel of this release is certainly the near 9 minute odyssey that is zukunft/ silber. a track which entertains and pushes towards a sophisticated style which is undeniably unique in approach. using broken patterns as a back drop for beautifully orchestrated strings, micro flutes and longing horns it transforms from a sweet and delicate sound to something more demanding of our bodies movement. this release will be sure to mark the beginning of what we can expect from these two producers who clearly aim to set themselves apart from the crowd.

emergency cosmetics is new york hardware afficionado j. albert s second 12inch offering, and comes as the inaugural 12inch release for los angeles based hesperian sound division. a valient effort into capturing a fully realized aesthetic, the ep digs into all corners of the brooklyn producer s repertoire, nodding a head towards classic ny style house and contemporary electronics alike. side a of the record explores an etherial and transcendent voice, with tracks, beta 3, and cult classic, are you in. on the b side, a departure towards concise and minimalist dancfloor cuts presents itself, beginning with high hat clinic pick me up, and culminating in the weighty yet delicate floor burner, givin lip

(jimmy edgar x travis stewart aka aden + features by jamie lidell & jesse boykins iii) jets production finesse, awash with a delicate nocturnal mood as analogue drums meet colorful chords against a nightscape of glossy darkness.

following the success of the first three releases, polish imprint transatlantyk is back with more playful dance floor jams. this brand new offering showcases the unusual production talent of a well known polish hip-hop beatmaker lukasz maszczynski who until now was best known for serving fat beats for best underground rappers under his kixnare alias, under which he also released 3 solo albums on the polish u know me imprint. his new alter ego - universo - is dedicated to deep and raw house-oriented music, leaving soft, r&b infused electronic jams and raw sample-heavy beats behind. the ep opener amazones fuses rolling bass and synths with heavy drums and mind enhancing soundscapes, creating beautiful late night jam. chrome takes its sounds and inspirations out of chicago house playbook and works them to great effect. yebo is the perfect peak-time banger. its rolling, irresistible groove and chords are reminiscent of motor city drum ensemble s finest moments. fat, fresh and funky! closing the ep is sus , a deep ambient track with liquid-like synths pouring bits of melancholy on top of delicate drums. all four tracks have been road-tested by the transatantyk family and will be the source of endless fun for you and the dancers on the floor. ahoj!

paul cottams ruff draft label enjoyed a great first year in 2014, delivering white-hot material from the man himself, lk and romansoff, amongst others. for the imprints first missive of 2015, cottam has recruited cardiff-based rising star chesus, who previously impressed via releases on local talk, 4 lux and catapult. theres naturally much to admire, from the acid-era electronics, delicate synth strings and shimmering chords of opener orbicular, to the dj gregory-ish stabs, wonky electronics and dense, organic-sounding percussion of wyw. bristol-based producer owain k - best known for his hook-ups with jamie anderson on dessous - lends a hand on let it happen, a rather fine slice of warm, immersive, balearic deep house goodness seemingly inspired by the vangelis classic of the same nam

käse kool s fifth release, the friends n no ends ep, is comprised of 5 berlin-based producers, each of which brings his own unique sound to ep. a1, appearance, comes from the face behind crude wax, vincenzo maurice. this tune comes with a rough attitude of sheer analogue house. a2, wismut, comes from the man with the plan, nick beringer. this track speaks for itself with its punchy bass-line and direct groove. b1, visions, comes from a newly formed duo who goes by mode7. this promising duo hits it home with their newest track visions as its sweet and sultry pads play with the drive of bass and drums. lastly b2, system is wack, comes from a producer who goes by the name of aurhythm (aka dennis sekyere). this track speaks for itself, as being very rude with it s rough drive but still keeping its own delicate stems

-promise- is forward driven psychedelic deep house track, with delicate pads and a strong rhythm. the perfect sound to heat up the dancefloor and blow your crowd minds. the ep is spiced by 3 top notch remixes by the canadian duo ezlv (nurvous, save room),

fans of deep house will need little introduction to fred everything and shur-i-kan, two producers synonomous with the true roots of the genre. as you would expect the resulting collaboration is forward thinking deep house with depth and musicality in abundance. lead track common ground is all about the lead line, a delicate arppegiated melody paired with a chicago-esq bassline. there is also dub working the bassline to full effect. ep closer so leena neatly walks the line beween deep house and melodic techno.

joe ashworth has marked himself out as one to watch over the past year with a string of underground cuts on waze & odysseys street tracks label, notably his collaboration with citizen, situation. he brings his textured, melodic sound to anjunadeep for the first time with debut release rebound / whatever weather. on rebound he showcases a nuanced approach, deftly blending strong techno influences with a delicate ear for melody. the twinkling, sometimes discordant keys that rise and fall throughout demonstrate an enviable maturity in joes productions. whatever weather is one for the dancefloor, revolving around an infectious bassline groove that rolls beneath crisp drums and more gorgeous flowing piano

very limited 2015 repress! supported by: tania vulcano, radio slave, matthias tanzmann, martinez, nick curly, johnny d, robert dietz, federico molinari, sis, steve bug, ryan crosson, deetron, ellen allien, ilario alicante, soul clap, kasper, brothers vibeà having established himself as a dj off the back of winning check magazine s dj contest and coming runner up in the red bull dj academy, the time has now come for jaffa surfa to spread the word via his impressive productions.throughly road-tested at his residency at hungary s roxy club , budapest s monthly party debut and in his regular european gigs, his early productions for the likes of bosconi and off have already picked up support from such names as dj sneak, lauhaus, mark farina, josh wink, osunlade and the revenge.today s three track release is possibly his finest work to date and kicks off with the serenely deep, classic beats and vocals of doin hauz . staying deep, u know delivers yet more oldschool sounds. built around a subtle rhodes riff and two stunning vocal samples, this 90 s tinged house cut oozes with sunshine vibes. final track drop it on is a more stripped workout. kick drum, snare and delicate keys are matched with a super spoken-word vocal

the third issue of raw waxes’ release number four is on the way. after featuring mike parker, haiku, inigo kennedy and korova as remixers of the noisemaker, this time we see abstract division and blind observatory reinterpreting ‘shuttle’, the final track of the series. shuttle starts with a fat kick and a psychedelic synth, bleep and acid elements go back and forth, up and down, appearing from the gloom of the artist’ soul. hi-­&#8208,,,hats, acid and bleep evolve together, embracing acidity and generating a naughty groove. abstract division’s reinterpretation is clearly a 4/4 dance floor oriented. based on the evolution of the acid patterns as a minded loop, the dutch duo adds 909 hi-­&#8208,,,hats and claps, modify the the kick-­&#8208,,, bass structure, reaching a trusted track for exciting moments into clubs. blind observatory’s remix is the gentle side of the record. starting slowly and lightly, the artist sets a mellow synth plus clean hi-­&#8208,,,hats, turning the production into a sweet idm caress. a personal, delicate cut appraising the entire release.

we have released various fine eps of minilogue on traum in the past: *certain things*, *the leopard*, *seconds*, *space* and the most recent one: *let life dance through you*. this time we have sebastian mullaerts spiritual work of *direct experience* pressed on vinyl! two very different versions of a techno soul. you can virtually feel him putting hands on knobs and twisting and bending the theme in his delicate and hypnotic way. who ever has seen minilogue play live this feeling is captured here by sebastian in an authentic breathtaking way.

lerosa takes his unique approach on house even further. private view is exactly what its title promises: an exclusive visite into a enigmatic and fascinating world of groove and sound. its full of puzzling places and mysterious events. delicate arrangements and artful sound combinations amount to a unique record without turning to caprice or flourish. simplicity that makes sense.

here we have one of our favourite kitties. affkt! he is one of the most experienced electronic producers coming from spain. lost in process ep is a two tracked affair backed with the remixes from cristoph and wehbba. the title track is such a delicate cut, boasting the sensual vocals from thomas gandey which evolves the cut into a deep and emotional song that radiates pure joy. on the other hand, boss is a darker and techier cut featuring thomas gandeys robotised voice that perfectly balance the whole cut. the remixes from cristoph and wehbba bring out the burst of energy the release deserves.

talos is eoin french and the delicate, dreamy rnb-meets-pop of tethered bones b/w bloom is the talk talk-fixated former architects opening salvo. remixes come from wife (tri-angle) and eomac (ttt/r+s). talos on tethered bones: its a love song, about how a relationship can engulf and transform you: what it can and does take away. what you lose and what you gain. early supporters include disco naivitie, pigs and planes, tlobf, phil taggart & alice levine and b traits on bbc radio 1, and the nme, with a radar write-up. the track has racked up over 300.000+ soundcloud plays since its debut on fader. crack in the road: four minutes and twenty seconds of absolute bliss. this is one of the tracks of the year.

nick curly s first truesoul release is outstanding. this collection of three track s encapsulates both nick curly s and truesoul s ethos and moulds them into a driving house machine. first off, crossroads uses a delicate melody that is under-lined with lashings of driving drums. trust shuffles along with it s rolling percussion and bass line whilst indigo child is just as funky and will get any dance floor fired up.

vinyl only release !! long live 90s house! the new 10 inch supersingle 160 by o*rs takes us back on a journey through time without suffering a loss of modern or contemporary sound. with *body talk* the berlin based female producer perel creates a future house classic featuring no less than abba lang. lang, who lives in berlin but originally comes from uganda, not only add his voice to the original track but creates a delicate hip hop rhythm while reciting – and harmonizes perfectly with perels vocals and the sound of the track. *this love*, the second track featured on the limited supersingle is a house tune which has it all: love of detail, funky grooves and extravaganza. o*rs 10inch 160 – one record, two tracks and a perfect fusion of house and hip hop.

ramona is proud to welcome back one of the most delicate flowers in the business to her flock of loved ones. alan abrahams, also better known under the monikers of bodycode and portable, returns with his new single surrender under the portable alias into ramonas bosom.

delicate machine grooves from aniara affiliate henrik bergqvist. boss004 comes with two original compositions and a tribute cover track. a1 caballo blanco is a spirited machine cut with classic mpc bounce and a brash melodic line, sure to make confounding impact on dancefloors. following on, the beautiful skyrunner provides soothing morning glow with abiding soundscapes and dainty yet driven percussion. as a bonus comes losing control (lost in translation mix). a faithfully reproduced homage to daniel bells classic, reforming the composition with a swedish vocal loop and further development to the paradigmatic groove.

the long dormant ud project awakens with tracks from the archives + fresh-reinterpretations of their uniquely nostalgic & delicate tone poetry. part 1 of a trilogy, featuring fresh takes from svn & sw. (sued, acido, meakusma, sex tags) limited to 200 copies.