vinyl exclusive tracks on their third release of 2016, frank & tony streak back onto the scene with one of their most refined efforts yet, ‘harmonia. toms and effervescent drum patterning gets things started nicely on ep opener, seranade. swirling pads, alongside a driving two-note bass, lay the groundwork before siren-like synths call out as an incorporeal voice beckons, bring me all of your dreams, you dreamers. hardrian takes the tempo down, but ramps up the filth, conjuring dark, basement rave vibes with its propelling bass line and cavernous pads. shuffling hi-hats and billowing synths flitter in and out of focus making this one of the duos most hypnotic and psychedelic affairs to date.

pampa is ecstatic to welcome berlins mike denhert for his label debut. known for an uncompromising, heads-down approach to moving dance floors, whether as a producer, a dj, or in his live incarnation, mike has provided 2 original tracks that are as distinct as they are relentless, possessed of a cerebral quality that belies their tough and stripped back aesthetic. how close to be is a stuttering march of half heard and half imagined discourse, broken by bright synthesis which disappears before it can fully form, with the disorientating sonics held in check only by the rigidity of rhythm running throughout the tracks length. its both surprising and linear. dark and uplifting. me too is also a creature of opposing ideologies. warped moving jazz plays with static motorik patterns, automation curls around repetition, and textures change position throughout. bright keys warp, and swing ebbs in and flows out, all to an eventually breathless but ultimately compelling sum of these parts

experimental synth quartet survive’s sophomore full-length and relapse debut is a dark, sweeping exercise in analog synth mastery. the pulsating, 9-song instrumental release showcases immense diversity between tracks - rr7349’s compositions range from grim tom-tom thunder to space-age epics, pairing tense plodding grooves with meditative ambience and driving, rhythmic beats. inspired by idm and horror scores alike, rr7349 is simultaneously ominous and hopeful, tense and relaxed, percussive and melodic. additionally, two of the group’s members recently scored the soundtrack for the hit new sci-fi / horror show stranger things on netflix. rr7349 is a unique addition to the relapse discography, and unquestionably survive’s best work to date.
the vinyl release includes a download code.

the fourth episode of d.a.n.c.e. (detector for advanced neutron capture experiments), the various artists series of attic music, presents only italian artists. on a side unc shows us his vision of techno with an obsessive sound track. distorted drums and dark pads for the second track by assalti industriali (luciano lamanna and cosimo damiano). on b side pvs writes a real journey with a ten minutes track where 4/4 and broken beat meet pads and melody.

after amazing releases on moan, serkal, zoo lab and his own innoncent music, aney f. lands on cellaa music with a smashing ep titled new system”.

berlin-based dj and techno producer savas pascalidis has been steadily making his mark in underground electronic music circles since his first releases in the mid-90s. born in south germany and later moved to berlin, the well-traveled dj has been among the restless and classically minded members of the dance music community over the last decades. he developed skills that led him into producing records and made a name for himself with a series of dark, loopy and groove driven dancefloor orientated techno music. pure and simple. his releases earned him a reputation for being something of a dance music purist.

dark ambient/synth lp for belgiums first long animated picture! teenage horror cult from flanders. full cartoon art, comes with download code. tip! this is the maiden vinyl voyage for ghent s maverick internet broadcasting crew, stroom. watch out

deep breath records strikes again with it’s third release. this time the music comes from the austrian duo brunau. the ep also comes with two big remixes from lucio (get physical, material, the factoria, stereo production, time has changed, serkal, deeperfect) and anton djaneiro (witty tunes, kinetika records, king street sounds, jekos music). this ep is a mix of techno with deep and dark which makes it all vey complete.
the ep has got the support from: steve lawler, joseph capriati, paco osuna, marco carola, richie hawtin, sammy w & alex e, massimo cassini, tripio x, reelow, diwex, danielle nicole among others.

the second release on tb arthurs (312) label finds the mysterious artist revealing a collaborative project with magda as blotter trax. the pair first encountered each other at the famous motor city record store record time, when detroit artist bmg introduced his then co-workers magda and derek plaslaiko to arthur, who was visiting the shop from chicago. sometime after that meeting, magda and arthur went into the studio and jammed together for a week, the session was recorded live on analog 1/4 tape and then three tracks were selected for release. 1a is six and a half minutes of modulated synth sounds that are psyched out and sci-fi, spooky and truly atmospheric. full of cerebral cinematism, acid lines and ghoulish textures all add up to a truly standout track. 2a then marries dark wave pops and clicks, unsettling alien lifeforms and menacing, slo motion industrial drums into a physical and imposing groover riddled with paranoid sirens and drones. last of all, 2b snakes and slithers its way through undulating drums, cosmic freakiness and gloopy synth sounds that are all seductive and subversive in equal measure. this, then, is a truly fascinating pairing.

after a year from his debut ep on rlgn the artist that hides behind the srndr acronym has again something to say. “forward from past lives” is his last exploration into the conscious, memories and mind. dark, visceral and uncompromising as usual the track takes the pulsating elements already present in his frst work to a next level, stimulating a sort of hypnosis in the audience. juho kusti take over the b-side this time with a stunning personal reinterpretation of the title track that rewards the patient listener.
comes with handstamped a4 insert.

nice price deal !!! michele pinna presents a new lp under a fresh moniker and alter ego, time traveler, representing a direct confrontation of the artist s own fear of time as an unrelenting force. the lp, titled ‘i m made of stars / journal’, takes inspiration from conversations between pinna and his father on the topics of galaxies, space and of course, time. these converstions were the starting point for the abstract, futuristic and dark work presented on the new lp. the release also draws on pinna s artistic interests outside of music, presenting a work not just of sound, but one with a coherent visual aesthetic spanning the physical releases of the lp. this visual aesthetic has taken shape through multiple collaborations with the photograpers, stylists and designers nicolas mazzei, danila tkachenko, khourianbeer and cinzia ara

the debut full ep from the diamond sublimating duo might catch you off guard. a record that is earthy and dark yet somewhat ethereal, this 002 for the new label comes in steaming. recorded by the hungarian duo on csepel island of budapest, -the heat is on- grinds and swirls through expertly crafted blends of house, techno and breakbeat to deliver a body of work that will suit dancefloors at the same time as solo introspection. remixes from london’s altered natives and budapest native mate tollner slot in perfectly, each providing their respective take on the homegrown soundscaping that is diamond sublimating. the heat is on!

eyetone returns with 005 which deviates away from the exploratory vibes probed in the previous release which was well received and instead shifts right back with intent for the dance floor. an ep which is very much a greek affair, featuring two deep, dubby cuts from la based greek producer maheras and a special extended techno piece by newcomer to the scene artemis soy. maheras sound spits a hybrid of sounds that range from dark techno, groovy disco and soulful house. expanding his personal style by working under new aliases with talented vocalists and collaborating in projects such as cazion and plastic love, maheras continues to explore the vast sphere of electronic music without any limits.

excellent deep, dark and dubby tracks!

curiosity music is very proud to release its very first ep produced by one of the best techno/minimal artists in the world, the globe-trotter alexi delano, with the collaboration of the much talented marcus henriksson aka nobody home, member of the legendary duo minilogue. and last but not least, the contribution of nima khak, one of the worthiest representatives of the new swedish scene. devotees of analogic and jam sessions, our three experienced artists give us a mature and intense ep. stay tuned, get into the loop!s * lodestar bang (original mix)* is a tense and hypnotic anthem dedicated to insanity and astonishment amateurs. * exodus (original mix)* is a harmonically destructured and tribal track for disorientated maniacs. * exodus (nobody homes way out remix)* is a tense, uncanny and worrisome remix with unsettling dark incantations. * exodus (nima khak remix)* is an authentic techno remix illustrated with primitive apparitions, definitely designed for dancefloors. * exodus (nima khaks vibe mix)* is a rhythmic and space mix, ideally suited for escape devotees. this track is exclusively available on the vinyl release.

inspired by many of the industry’s pioneers, such as, ricardo villalobos, masomenos, marc antona, rhadoo, seuil, cabanne, petre inspirescu and danny tenaglia, to name but a few, counrad has been strongly influenced by deep and meaningful techno, since he began his plight in the industry. music has always been at the forefront, for this italian dj/producer , and the inwave and counrad series labels boss relishes the challenge of crafting techno that reveals itself gradually to the more discerning listener, fusing a multitude of grooves from contrasting musical styles, with a combination of sexy rhythms, subtle textures and emotive melodies. in this first release for metroline limited, counrad showcases the full spectrum of his versatile production skills. the title track underwater is a full on 15 minutes epic chunky minimal monster that just keeps on building. this amazing piece of work takes the listener on a journey that starts with hypnotic minimalism and finishes with some intricate trippy techno. on the flipside you can find the dark and percussive peak time tech-house grooves of particle collsisions and some uber-cool modern machine funk minimalism in the shape of the closing track synapse.

complexx music is back in 2016 with an amazing and huge release concerning to a very special anniversary.

ukrainian techno artist yan cook is swiftly turning into one of planet rhythm’s usual suspects. the follow up to this years xx lp comes in the form of a 12” package called “loophole ep” 4 deep and dark techno cuts that represent the yan cook sound to the fullest. expect swells, cleverly placed arps that are all part of his rhythm driven signature sound.

flug005 various release from ssergiu, julian, sumau and iquar vale, techno notes for dancefloor and single listening.

one of the most intense tunes by sven sossong’s album „atropa is lifted for this remix-ep - „world . the original is warm and spheric breaks-techno piece of art, but now we are coming up with 4 strong remixes. frankfurt-based frank savio adds a solid groove and restages the main theme into a powerful peaktime remix. the welderz from paris give the next contribution. they released on labels like flash rec., analytic trail rec. and sleaze, and here they are in the game with a dark and driven interpretation. two further remixes are done by the close environment of sossong: kenny b and daniel cuminale. both catching up the epic mood and define the track newly by bringing in the personal notes. it rocks!

blue marbled vinyl with handmade stamps and free sticker, inspired by jules verne’s “20.000 leagues under the sea” ... deap-sea monsters and fear of the dark side! vinyl only - no digital release or promo!

produced by paris-based group dasein, pays sans visage is an audiovisual work which takes us at the heart of a nuclear disaster. its ambient/drone oriented soundtrack gets a reinterpretation by four producers bringing their own personal set of influences : deikean s stripped-down techno, cyberlife s deconstructed style, yan kaylen s dreamlike exploration, and nulpar s ambiguous intricate rhythms. a post-apocalyptic sounding ep filled with dark visions and dubbed-out intentions.

italian producer dj octopus steps up for the sixth release on vinyl only imprint shall not fade, with his mechanical, percussion heavy ‘the internet’ ep. marco zanin aka dj octopus first came onto the scene in 2013 with a string of releases on respected imprints such as&#894,, hot haus, chiwax, hardmoon & love notes. since then his sound has evolved and progressed massively, now resulting in a distinctive brand of warm soulful, analogue heavy house music. the four track ep, features club friendly cuts best suited for a dark dancefloor.

munich based pair jorkes are something of an enigma, having appeared on the scene recently with a fully formed sound and a desire to let their music do the speaking for them. musically the duo seem to be operating with few boundaries, looking to express their emotional states through their music with scant consideration for styles or genres. this latest release sees jorkes team up with fellow munich resident and vocalist karol schmejchel to deliver a slice of evocative, slo-mo nu-disco. the release kicks of with the original mix of thank you, marrying chugging drums and warm bass with stirring pads and the emotionally charged vocals of schmejchel. its a perfect track for dark backrooms and home lounging alike. the remix comes from manchester trio menage a trois who deliver a sonical beautiful reworking built around heartwrenching keys and heavily reverbed guitar parts. simple understated drums carrying the record along as their vocal treatment soars towards the heavens, this is sublime stuff. the vinyl release will also feature an exclusive instrumental of the menage a trois mix for those who like things a little more stripped back. in keeping with jorkes creative outlook, and following on from their previous release, there will be an exclusive music video of thank you forthcoming which is likely to set pulses racing once again! thanks for purchasing a real copy!

nach 20 veröffentlichungen von stammkünstlern unseres labels, freuen wir uns enorm auf unser nächstes release von keinem geringeren als roman lindau, der sich mit seinen herausragenden platten für fachwerk längst einen soliden namen im techno underground gemacht hat. mit “strange brew” beweist roman lindau nun einmal mehr seine unumstrittene stärke, klassische elemente des house mit warehouse-inspiriertem techno einwandfrei zu verschmelzen. diese platte ist zweifelsohne ein tadelloses beispiel seiner musikalischen bandbreite sowie seines talentes als produzent.

vrac aka andrei ciubuc & vlad radu are back on subtil. the release features two tracks, titled repattern and default 44.
both tracks characterized by a mesh of hypnotic drums, clicks as well as dark synth-lines, skillfully arranged into an ambivalent atmosphere.
it s good to have the two romanians back on subtil.

channeling the energy echoing off dancefloors along his path, reinier zonneveld has been on a steady slope rolling out dance igniting productions while touring an intricate live set. megacity servant, the artist’s third studio effort, stands as a coherent 16-piece techno outfit tinged with experimental tones while playfully deconstructing classic acid and disco fragments. coming from a classical music background, reiniers style of production ranges from cavernous powertracks to more concise trips subdued with melancholic piano-stemmed soundscapes, rounding up to a signature sound that is evident as it is enveloping. techno mainstay vocalist cari golden makes a notable appearance on things we might have said. having previously teamed up with sonorous names like pan pot, fur coat & coyu, goldens stellar vocals and skillful lyrics shine paired with zonneveld’s production prowess. the production-vox chemistry is instant, as the track mesmerizes from the get go. seizing attention for the full length of the track, the entire arrangement seduces the listener, making for a clamorous earworm. eht unveils a heavy-hitting resolution, as the artist layers on hefty polarizing synths. the cut boasts a powerful arrangement that is unsettling and playful at the same time, diving into dark techno realms. megacity servant makes use of the classic roland sh-101s ability to emit a nearly tridimensional sound ray, unfolding newer details with each listen. the relentless melody, padded with grave synth arrays, establishes a melancholic mood, gradually depicting the auditive struggle of its title-named character.

spirits is an ode to classic house music as smooth as silk, the beautiful vocal echoes its way through this deep cut and into your collection. alexander o neal edit of the classic fake is a perfect example of a soul classic getting a fresh makeover which works and will blow up any and every dancefloor. distorted vision inspired from dark comers of underground warehouse parties, hard hitting drums and a soaring synth and bassllne that builds and hits like a classic 4/4 techno/early 90 s track.

mysterious brooklyn label and production crew getting in the game with some techno and ebm bangers. all are re-workings of recognizable or obscure classics. “looping blood” the clubbiest of the ep builds around a controlled bleeding loop and blossoms into a spiraling unstoppable groove accented by crashing reverbs and jackin drums. “alaaarmed” is a pounding re-edit of tommi stumpff, early german minimal punk not unlike nitzer ebb. “take two” is a great remix of front 242’s epic industrial classic “take one” dubbing out the lyrics for an instrumental approach. “open bar” puts the scissors to skinny puppy’s early 80s classic “last call” looks like the aptly named effective weapns label certainly providing some hot jams for this fall. fans of dark entires, minimal wave take notice

debut release for ra journalist dan petry using the moniker ged. the dry river ep is an accomplished first outing that fans of drexciya, dave clarke and objekt should investigate. ged s sound is rooted in detroit electro, early rave, 90s warp sensibilities and the gorgeous electronica palettes of manchester s skam label, most notable on early boards of canada and bola s work. that is to say kicking drums, dark brooding undercurrents and delicious soundscapes. definitely worth checking.

uvb is back with four fierce funk driven big techno tunes on his own body theory label. ranging from big bombastic festival sounds (disobey your kids) to minimalized 90s stylo loop techno (breach your trust) and the fierce closing track (yours thruthly) that sounds a bit like dark comedy on steroids. strong release!

synth melodies, a killer bassline and dark analogue drums giving this track its momentum and its edge! a fine taste of a long-mooted new aybee album due on deepblak in the coming months

bergen’s christian tilt returns to norwegian label ploink with his debut album ‘alt skjedde jæla fort’ this september. norwegian christian tilt’s dedication to techno over the last two decades has securely placed him in high ranks to play alongside the likes of the zenker brothers, margaret dygas and ploink label head thomas urv at clubs such as berghain, jaeger and Østre - all in the last year. here though we see christian tilt make a return to ploink for a second time with a five track lp comprised of an intricate cross-section of syncopated rhythms and dubbed-out techno. ‘dos were the days’ slowly builds hi-hats and punchy kick drums, before a deep-synth melody drives the composition forward. up next is the stripped back ‘btl’ that combines otherworldly aesthetics with a steady bass rattle throughout, before the gritty ‘a visit from france’ unleashes a dark low-end, murky synth drones and frantic pad sequences. a relentless 9 minute affair titled ‘i only work late nights’ then swells and pulsates over an unremitting beat, before ‘Øreverk’ rounds off the package with frenzied clangs, muted hits and rhythmic percussion.

the first record on new york trax imports is a split ep by the stockholm-based artist dawid dahl and another alias, a seasoned techno producer from ireland. dawid dahl’s ‘krig’ and ‘gehenna’ are two beautiful, yet intense and dark tracks. they are accompanied by ‘craic fiend’, a ruthless face melter combining fast tempo, distortion and a mind-blowing off-beat breakdown.

after several tracks and remixes 4 hands worked with sonartek, gabriele carasco and bion, the label founder francesco passantino drops the second solo ep on his own label rqm. 4 stunning and various tracks ranging from a groovy bounced minimal to a dark micro house. mastering rendered from the code studio gives the cherry on the cake to this dancefloor killer pack. enjoy!

rsb finally returns with makaton and friends in finest form !
hand-stamped white labels with stickered outer jacket
following releases on blueprint and token, makaton is back on the rsb birmingham techno label, home to the likes of sandwell district, kalon and reality or nothing. with support from rodz-konez artists tomohiko sagae and corax on remix duties. makaton’s own repeat offender mix of ‘defiler’ is a drum led, punchy techno beast with the distinctive flavour he brings to his radical productions - dark and menacing. japan’s tomohiko sagae focuses on ‘defiler’s industrial overtones while the anonymous corax brings stomping beats to the forefront..

classic hip hop album, re-issue on 180gr

up first on the ep comes splendid -copper-. a pure 909 detroit funky work out and a dancefloor-filler at its best. with his name kind of a bow to the originators and the vinyl history. waiting for the drop business. the second tune -memories- is harder and darker. it comes with a huge atmosphere. you can see a dark room with just a strobe and fog in front of you. last one is the title track -akira-. its more experimental with a broken beat and a vibe which feels like a walk through chernobyl. one for the heads.

2016 repress
for this inaugural release the french label bfdm introduces two young promising producers aka the pilotwings. agorespace is an excursion, a trip where dark and killer drums meet with some soft melodies and primitive percussion. trance beats is a wonky house track made up of hip-hop/jungle breaks and synthetic animal sounds, a powerful combination of tribal rhythm and creepy synths. on the same side comes cavernes magiques, a modern electronic tune where raw 707 jams gives way to trippy dance pads, 90s influences. on the other side a strong techno track contrasted with bright synths called cours-la-ville, a dark and long exploration.

for our first adventure in vinyl , we have invited a very special and talented, music producer, cesar martinez. a very dark and minimal release, with jazz and blues elements, combined in to a very unique kind of techno. in this print, cesar presents four creations plus one bonus track, that will definitely, take you into a high experience.

a timely reissue of one of blueprint s greatest releases
full colour label sleeve to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this classic techno label !
continuing blueprint’s 20th anniversary, which has already seen the release of the ‘structures and solutions’ compilation featuring 17 exclusive tracks from an excess of talent including regis, planetary assault systems, truss, tessela, lakker, steve bicknell, randomer and more, brand new eps by surgeon, oliver ho and o/v/r, plus the re-release of oliver ho’s 1999 ep ‘awakening the sentient’, blueprint take another trip back in time to 2002’s ‘conspiracy ep’ by label boss, james ruskin. this new release not only features the 3 original tracks re-mastered, but also includes the remake of ‘take control’ by surgeon taken from bpltd001, the first release on blueprint’s limited sub-label…

masters of minimal groove - ukrainian duo yate comes next on mind series, delivering three, dark mood originals @ flex ep.

endless ep is the first release on a new limited serie of 100 wax from coum records. unknown project b.e.k is the artist behind this 3 track release. dark soundscapes, industrial vibes and techno beats surround the endless.

mechanisms industries reemerges from the tape studio to welcome the return of fanon flowers with “track modes 4”. the fourth installment of the track modes series. two tracks of pure dark, metallic modern techno. relentless and unforgiving tracks designed to destroy the dance floor. dropping later in 2016: fanon flowers “track modes 3” reissue in vinyl and digital format including a remix by don williams on a.r.t.less records berlin.

based out of philly m//r delivers his second transmission for l.i.e.s. tip! out of the gate dread nox hits hard with dusty breaks and bizarre buried vocal samples blasting through over a dark ambience clattering about the track. portals following with a similar progression nasty drums and creeping strings moving the cut along, while tea and oranges closes with a stepping cadence which will undoubtedly resonate with certain djs. another strong outing from this up and coming artist.

rome native marco piovesan is a dj’s producer. his driving style, pristine sound quality and nuanced tones makes his techno of the variety that draws bodies to the dance floor, and keeps them there. 2013 was his breakout year which saw releases land on gynoid audio, m_rec ltd.. that same year piovesan launched his own enterprise, h.omevvork recordings, as a haven for richly emotive techno music imbued in ‘90s spirit. to date it’s three ep’s have been remixed by luminaries such as giorgio gigli, daub and m_rec ltd’s sadly departed chief max_m. piovesan joined the key roster soon after as part of a split ep with another (then) up-and-comer, hector oaks. his two works, “black paranoid 7” and “black paranoid 10”, were clean, steely dj fodder underscored with a dark energy that made both of them potent club weapons. now piovesan returns with four cuts of surging, remorseless marching material design to tear up strobe-lit basements and big room halls alike. for djs who take no prisoners, who enjoy calling on the old techno ghosts too.

the neustadtmusik brother-duo dietrich & strolch present their new release nipl & tipl” - a fresh, bold and dreamy package straight for the dance floor. nipl” starts with a thick bassline and mutates into a real peak time gem. its slowly screwing acid elements drive it to the maximum with pure excitement until the last kick. -tipl” builds a mystical, musical landscape, where rolling bass, driving drums and a melancholic piano meet with delicate percussion resulting in a quality afterhour vibed track. dutch artist lilith (art of dark, memoria recordings) unites both tracks elegantly creating a fresh remix -nipltipltriple- and adds the subtle essence of a shot breakbeat making it a killer tune.