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Stephen Disario - Lights Down Under EP [CNDRM001]

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Conundrum Records is back for its third installment, presenting the sophmore release from label head Stephen Disario. The "When They Fall EP" showcases three original tracks alongside an exceptional remix by SYXT/Glukkon Records boss, Ketch. A long-standing and respected figure within the lively Los Angeles music scene, Stephen's signature stripped-back and pulsating sound takes center stage right from the outset. This EP further solidifies the burgeoning label's reputation as a distinguished hub for top-tier techno. 

Starting things off is "Filling The Void," a moody and otherworldly track with a rolling groove and sharp percussion. The echoing, almost chant-like pads wrap you in a mysterious atmosphere, creating a sense of curiosity and anticipation. 

The title track, "When They Fall," takes a more lively direction, driven by rhythmic percussion and spacey blips, along with a swelling bassline that adds extra depth and movement. 

The B side of the EP features Ketch's remix of "Sixth Sense," where urgent percussive elements blend over a steady low-end foundation, guided by a strong kick drum that pushes the track forward with unwavering determination. 

Bringing the release to a powerful conclusion is the original track "Sixth Sense," in which Stephen increases the energy, skillfully using ride cymbals and on-beat claps to highlight moments of high intensity. All of this is done while working within a more limited range of sounds, showcasing his ability to create captivating sonic stories within a controlled framework. 

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released October 6, 2023 

Produced by Stephen Disario 
Mastered by Hardgroove Mastering 
Artwork by Benjamin Jones

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Stephen Disario - When They Fall EP [CNDRM003]

Stephen Disario - As The World Turns EP [TOBAS0001]

Stephen Disario @ On The Trax's Lindsey Herbert Bon Voyage Party

Stephen Disario LIVE @ Lindsey Herbert's Going Away Party - Los Angeles

Synthetic: (adj.): devised, arranged, or fabricated for special situations to imitate or replace usual realities

Synthetik Sounds is back for its second installment after debuting on the scene in May 2022 with Ecilo’s Protech The Skyline EP

With Ecilo at the A&R helm, as well as two of Los Angeles’s most revered underground brands, 6AM and Synthetik Minds, spearheading its mission, Synthetik Sounds is now an established home for techno artists whose sound remains true to the ethos of underground techno.

Protech The Skyline affirmed the label’s intention of acting as a platform for artists whose output leans both on deep, hypnotic techno as well as darker, and harder shades of the genre. This second EP, entitled Rooted In Reality and courtesy of Los Angeles artist Stephen Disario, further cements Synthetik Sounds’ other goal of building bridges between North America, Europe, Asia and beyond.

The title track opens affairs as a carefully-crafted minimalistic groover, building in intensity ever-so-slightly as layers of percussion build on top of each other. Next up, “Time” takes off where “Rooted In Reality” left off, continuing its progression until it reaches peak-time rhythm as spatial, trippy soundscapes kick in. Here, Disario brings listeners down to earth in brilliant fashion, giving a few seconds of respite before kicking the track into overdrive once more.

The EP continues with the aptly named “6AM,” a track inspired by the late night or early morning hours, depending on which way you decide to look at it. Picture yourself in a packed, jacking and dark warehouse, as the first beams of sunlight begin seeping in through the cracks, and then imagine the perfect track to soundtrack those moments: that’s “6AM” for you, inspired by the countless Los Angeles warehouse moments Stephen Disario has shared with ravers in his years as a track selector and event curator.

Closing off the four-tracker is the high-intensity delivery that is “Blinker Situation.” A crescendo of percussion and an underlying subtle siren build anxiety and anticipation before diving down a rabbit hole of hypnotic, mental modulations.

Stephen Disario Rooted In Reality is out on Synthetik Sounds this coming August 14th

Stephen Disario - Blinker Situation (Original Mix) [SYNTHETIK002]

Stephen Disario - 6AM (Original Mix) [SYNTHETIK002]

Stephen Disario - Time (Original Mix) [SYNTHETIK002]

Stephen Disario - Rooted In Reality (Original Mix) [SYNTHETIK002]

Stephen Disario - Colliding Consciousness [LBRT33]

Stephen Disario, Stier - Lost Transmission [LBRT33]

Stephen Disario - Under The Moonlight [LBRT33]

Modular Side Music
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Stephen Disario - High Roller [MSMU010]

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Stephen Disario delivers four-tracks as the debut release on his newly-launched imprint, and in so doing sets the tone for the output we can expect in years to come: driving basslines and infectious percussion crafted with meticulous perfection. Throughout the four tracks, Disario showcases what he does so well as a producer: groovy, funky techno that will always find its home in a proper underground techno setting.

The EP starts off with "Under The Rug," an hypnotic masterpiece that sucks listeners in and takes them deeper and deeper as the track's intensity builds and reaches its peak.

"Walking Through Trees" is next, picking up the tempo with an added groove carrying the track throughout... a real dance floor mover.

The pace continues with "The Marathon," a percussion-driven stomper characterized by well-crafted peaks and valleys permeated by distorted eerie vocals.

To conclude the EP, "Lights Down Under" showcases Disario's other signature techno soundscape. Here he takes the funk route, using an 808 clap and eerie howl broken by hard to discern and yet catchy vocals to great results.

released March 17, 2023

Produced by Stephen Disario
Mastered by Hardgroove Mastering
Artwork by Benjamin Jones

Lights Down Under EP

Stephen Disario - Lights Down Under [CNDRM001]

Stephen Disario - The Marathon [CNDRM001]

Stephen Disario - Walking Through Trees [CNDRM001]

Stephen Disario - Under The Rug [CNDRM001]

Duplicity 101 | @stephendisario

We are super excited to present the 101st episode from Conundrum Records head, Stephen Disario!

Stephen Disario has placed himself at the forefront of Los Angeles’s techno community with his signature style of moody, driving techno. Whether in the studio or behind the decks his sound is distinct, and his passion rings clear in his music. Stephen has also offered huge contributions to the Los Angeles scene by organizing events under the Cognition brand, which he co-founded in 2017, and through his involvement with H2Audio, a premier LA based sound company. He had his breakthrough year in 2020 with his track "Rave" gaining support from Amelie Lens, Pan Pot, and many others. Stephen continued to break the mold in 2021 with the release of "Pulse" which was constant rotation and found its way into Chris Liebing’s AM/FM podcast. 2023 sparked a new chapter with the launch of Conundrum Records, showcasing Stephen's unique sound as well as bringing on like-minded peers in the scene for releases and label showcases. You can catch Stephen playing at sweaty warehouses small and large as well as notable events like ADE, Boiler Room, CRSSD, and others.

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BCCO Premiere: Stephen Disario - When They Fall [CNDRM003]

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track from Stephen Disario. "Sixth Sense" comes off the new EP, When They Fall, forthcoming on Conundrum Records. L.A.'s Disario returns to his own label for this razor sharp EP of hypnotic rhythms, sci-fi textures and analog grooves which cut through any warehouse floor. Featuring three originals and a nice remix by Ketch. 

When They Fall EP is out October 6th. Get yours at: https://conundrum.bandcamp.com/album/when-they-fall-ep

CNDRM003 - When They Fall

PREMIERE: Stephen Disario - Sixth Sense [CNDRM-003]

Support here: https://conundrum.bandcamp.com/album/when-they-fall-ep

Artist: Stephen Disario
Title: When They Fall
Release Date: Friday 29 September 2023
Format: Vinyl & Digital
CAT#: CNDRM003

01. Filling the Void
02. When They Fall
03. Sixth Sense (Ketch Remix)
04. Sixth Sense

Conundrum is an underground techno label from Los Angeles, USA and the new release is from the label boss himself, Stephen Disario.

Stephen Disario is proving himself as a producer making the right moves by playing regularly around the Americas, Canada and into Europe with line-ups including the likes of Speedy J, Drumcell, Rebekah, Ø [Phase], Etapp Kyle and many more. Also a skilled producer, his music has been released on Vinicius Honorio's Liberta, Robert Hoff's trau-ma and Planet Rhythm.

Ketch is an Italian artist and owner of the SYXT and Glukkon labels. He has also released music on TWR72's Float, Temudo & VIL's HAYES, as well as remixing Truncate for his self titled imprint.

Expect to hear raw and hypnotic vibes, sci-fi textures with punchy, atmospheric, analogue grooves...

When They Fall EP

PREMIERE: Stephen Disario - Sixth Sense (Ketch Remix) [CNDRM003]

Conundrum, an underground techno label from Los Angeles, is presenting its new release from the label boss Stephen Disario. 

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'When They Fall' EP will be available after the 29th of September https://conundrum.bandcamp.com/album/when-they-fall-ep 

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When They Fall

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PREMIERE: Stephen Disario - Filling the Void

Conundrum Records boss Stephen Disario has placed himself at the forefront of Los Angeles’s techno community with his signature style of moody, driving techno. Whether in the studio or behind the decks his sound is distinct, and his passion rings clear in his music. Stephen has also offered huge contributions to the Los Angeles scene by organizing events under the Cognition brand, which he co-founded in 2017, and through his involvement with H2Audio, a premier LA based sound company.  He had his breakthrough year in 2020 with his track “Rave” gaining support from Amelie Lens, Pan Pot, and many others. Stephen continued to break the mold in 2021 with the release of “Pulse” which was constant rotation and found its way into Chris Liebing’s AM/FM podcast. You can catch Stephen playing at sweaty warehouses small and large as well as notable events like ADE, Boiler Room, CRSSD, and others.

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Stephen Disario - Syncast [SYN133]

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Artist: Stephen Disario 
Title: As The World Turns 
Format: Vinyl, 12" / Digital
Rel date: End of June
Catalogue: TB001
Tracklist:
A1. On My Way
A2. Delivery

B1. Serendipity  
B2. Warped
B3. As The World Turns 

Extra digital_
Dig1. Riders
Dig2. Formations

Vinyl orders include two Diffuse Reality stickers and digital downloads of the full release.
*** No repress.

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Stephen Disario - As The World Turns [TOBAS 001]

DifferentSound invites Stephen Disario (Los Angeles)

The DifferentSound Podcast #292 welcomes Stephen Disario! Stephen Disario has placed himself at the forefront of Los Angeles’s techno community with his signature style of moody, driving techno. Whether in the studio or behind the decks his sound is distinct, and his passion rings clear in his music. Stephen has also offered huge contributions to the Los Angeles scene by organizing events under the Cognition brand, which he co-founded in 2017, and through his involvement with H2Audio, a premier LA based sound company. 2023 sparked a new chapter with the launch of Conundrum Records, showcasing Stephen’s unique sound as well as bringing on like-minded peers in the scene for releases and label showcases. You can catch Stephen playing at sweaty warehouses small and large as well as notable events like ADE, Boiler Room, CRSSD, and others. Shockwave incoming.

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DifferentSound invites Stephen Disario / Podcast #292

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Artist: @StephenDisario
Title: As The World Turns
Format: Vinyl, 12" / Digital
Rel date: End of June
Catalogue: TB001
Tracklist:
A1.Stephen Disario - On My Way
A2.Stephen Disario - Delivery

B1.Stephen Disario - Serendipity
B2.Stephen Disario - Warped
B3.Stephen Disario - As The World Turns

Extra digital_
Dig1.Stephen Disario - Riders
Dig2.Stephen Disario - Formations

Vinyl orders include two Diffuse Reality stickers and digital downloads of the full release.
*** No repress.

www.diffusereality.net
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GTG Premiere | Stephen Disario - Formations [TOBAS 001]

Premiere of "On My Way" by Stephen Disario, taken from "As The World Turns" EP, forthcoming of Diffuse Reality Records

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Label: Diffuse Reality Records
Artist: Stephen Disario 
Title: As The World Turns EP
Track: On My Way 
Catalogue Number: TB001
Format: Vinyl, Digital 
Release Date: June 15, 2024

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As The World Turns EP

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Stephen Disario - On My Way [Premiere I TB001]

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01.JANEIN - Test
02.Slone - Stowaway  
03.Clotur - South Massif 
04.Oisel and Jonas Kopp - CO.LAB 08D 
05.Tony - Mistress
07.Avant.OCS x Red Rooms - Maybe Not 
08.Alessio Landini - 33 Passi 
09.Ketch - Waves
10.JØSH - Recalculating 
11.Joseph Spiteri  - Unbind
12.2bit2bi - Distance 
13.Vidrik - Crok
14.Stephen Disario  - Warped 
15.Temudo - P is for Paula 
16.Jay York  - Castigo
17.Stephen Disario  - Only In Time
18.Havik - Rust Horizon (Egotot Remix)
19.JC Laurent  - Desert Of Light 
20.Burden - Confidence 
21.no.name - Coding 
22.Toru Ikemoto - Don't Play 170 (Lindsey Herbert Stripped Down Remix) 
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Tronic Podcast 617 with Stephen Disario

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Artist: Stephen Disario
Title: As The World Turns
Format: Vinyl, 12" / Digital
Rel date: End of June
Catalogue: TB001
Tracklist:
A1.Stephen Disario - On My Way
A2.Stephen Disario - Delivery

B1.Stephen Disario - Serendipity
B2.Stephen Disario - Warped
B3.Stephen Disario - As The World Turns

Extra digital_
Dig1.Stephen Disario - Riders
Dig2.Stephen Disario - Formations

Vinyl orders include two Diffuse Reality stickers and digital downloads of the full release.
*** No repress.

www.diffusereality.net
linktr.ee/diffusereality

Stephen Disario - Delivery [Diffuse Reality]

Support here: https://diffusereality.bandcamp.com/album/stephen-disario-as-the-world-turns-tobas-001

Artist: Stephen Disario 
Title: As The World Turns 
Format: Vinyl, 12" / Digital
Rel date: End of June
Catalogue: TB001
Tracklist:
A1.Stephen Disario - On My Way
A2.Stephen Disario - Delivery

B1.Stephen Disario - Serendipity 
B2.Stephen Disario - Warped
B3.Stephen Disario - As The World Turns

Extra digital_
Dig1.Stephen Disario - Riders
Dig2.Stephen Disario - Formations

PREMIERE: Stephen Disario - Serendipity [TOBAS001]

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BCCO Premiere: Stephen Disario - Warped [TB001]

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Pre-Order: 20/07/2020

Lost Angeles’ rising talent Stephen Disario makes his debut on Liberta Records with a heavy-weight release. A massive contributor to the LA scene as a promoter, his distinct sound and passion are clearly evident in the music. ‘Perfect Circuit EP’ translates a raw and hypnotic journey through Disario’s vision of techno.

Italy’s very own Stephan Krus returns to the label on remix duties for Stephen Disario’s track ‘End World’.

Liberta Records 15th release drops on August 3rd, 2020.

Perfect Circuit

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Stephen Disario - Perfect Circuit (Original MIx) [Liberta]

Stephen Disario - Wheezy (Original Mix) [Liberta]

Stephen Disario, Uakoz - Manipulate EP (Ramon Tapia Remix) (PRRUKD20037)

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Stephen Disario - Auric (Original Mix) [Planet Rhythm]

Stephen Disario - Xylem (Original Mix) [Planet Rhythm]

Stephen Disario - Quarantine (Original Mix) [Planet Rhythm]

Pre-Order: 20/07/2020



Lost Angeles’ rising talent Stephen Disario makes his debut on Liberta Records with a heavy-weight release. A massive contributor to the LA scene as a promoter, his distinct sound and passion are clearly evident in the music. ‘Perfect Circuit EP’ translates a raw and hypnotic journey through Disario’s vision of techno.

Italy’s very own Stephan Krus returns to the label on remix duties for Stephen Disario’s track ‘Perfect Circuit’. 

Liberta Records 15th release drops on August 3rd, 2020.

Stephen Disario - Perfect Circuit (Stephan Krus Remix) [Liberta]

Say What? 112 brings LA based producer Stephen Disario back with 3 new amazing Techno work-outs, that blew us straight away and proved that he is in top shape 

 

His sound has mutated to a darker state exploring the edges of the electronic world: deep kicks and raw synths with a lush and edgy sound design are the key elements here and will make sure you get hooked on his trip 

 

The release gets topped off with a remix by Brennen Grey, with releases on Kraftek, Respekt and We Are The Brave, you know that you are in for a treat  

 

Enjoy

Misguided

Stephen Disario - Treachery [Say What?]

Stephen Disario - Misguided [Say What?]

Stephen Disario, Danny Wabbit - Pulse (Original Mix) [Planet Rhythm]

Stephen Disario, Modus - Woke (Original Mix) [Planet Rhythm]

Stephen Disario, Danny Wabbit - Back On The Pot (Original Mix) [Planet Rhythm]

Stephen Disario - As One (Original Mix) [Planet Rhythm]

Stephen Disario - Alone Time [Planet Rhythm]

Stephen Disario & Marcal - Eleven [Planet Rhythm]

Stephen Disario - Extrovert [Planet Rhythm]

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For all inquiries and bookings: stephendisario.bookings@gmail.com

Stephen Disario has placed himself at the forefront of Los Angeles’s techno community with his signature style of moody, driving techno. Whether in the studio or behind the decks his sound is distinct, and his passion rings clear in his music. Stephen has also offered huge contributions to the Los Angeles scene by organizing events under the Cognition brand, which he co-founded in 2017, and through his involvement with H2Audio, a premier LA based sound company. He had his breakthrough year in 2020 with his track "Rave" gaining support from Amelie Lens, Pan Pot, and many others. Stephen continued to break the mold in 2021 with the release of "Pulse" which was constant rotation and found its way into Chris Liebing’s AM/FM podcast. 2023 sparked a new chapter with the launch of Conundrum Records, showcasing Stephen's unique sound as well as bringing on like-minded peers in the scene for releases and label showcases. You can catch Stephen playing at sweaty warehouses small and large as well as notable events like ADE, Boiler Room, CRSSD, and others.

Promo/Demos: 
stephendisariopromos@gmail.com

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