https://soundcloud.com/radondo
https://soundcloud.com/loosefitrecords
🛒 https://radondo.bandcamp.com/album/dante-2
🔊 https://youtu.be/qoZf16jSOYE

“Dante” is a strong advocate for the modern iterations of Italo. Colourful, intelligent and eccentric, it represents Loose Fit's sound of positively uplifting synth work.

The A1. Dante provides an anthemic homage to late nights at the disco. Nostalgic, gritty and packed full of emotion, Radondo demonstrates his penchant for 80s synths and ear-worm melodies. Whereas 'Dante' deals with heady euphoria, 'Dust' was cut to settle the score on the dance floor. The ominous bass and processed drums provide a siren call to the ranks of Dark disco.  Flip over to the B-side, and you can find two Italo heavyweights on remix duty. Whereas Franz Scala delivers a bold and driven club cut with "Dust", Jex Brings back the funk with his playful rendition of "Dante", each idiosyncratic and hella effective in their own right. 

Outside of his work under the Radondo moniker, Jimmy Horton is not a man to rest on his laurels. Between time spent composing film scores, running his event night "Tropical Popsicle '', and recording with his band "Truths'', he has managed to find time to move to Berlin and launch his solo project. Lining up 3 EPs for 2022, an appearance on Berlin's infamous Hor radio and support from some of Italo finest, he's already paved the way for a solid year ahead of him.

Tracklist: 

Dante
Dust
Dante (Jex Opolis Remix)
Dust (Franz Scala Remix)

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Dust (Franz Scala Remix)

PREMIERE: Radondo - Dust (Franz Scala Remix) [Loose Fit Records]

Buy / Stream: ffm.to/micropacer-fijiwater

Berlin’s Micropacer debuts on Exploited Club with a superb 4-track EP of bright, melodic music following a string of releases on Ritmo Fatale, AEON Audio, and Melodize.

‘Fiji Water’ kicks off with strong fist-pumping intent and setting the Italo tone for the EP. Warm chord progressions play out on the most ‘80s of synths while the bass arps bubble away pleasingly and the interweaving percussion keeps an urgent yet uncluttered feel to the proceedings.

‘Tummo’ builds slowly and fixates on sprightly and piano chords and jaunty synth lines to keep the mood jubilant. Buzzing bass swells provide extra uplift while a big drum solo mid-way through perfectly recalls classic ‘80s pop/dance dubs. The tom fills are perfection and the breakdown reaches giddy new levels of euphoria.
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Not smiling yet? Gosh, you’re a tough customer. ‘Alte Liebe’ will send you over the edge. An absolutely stunning melodic progression underpins the undulating bass and relentless piano stomp of this one, recalling classic Italo / piano house with its jubilant feel and soaring pads. Huge.

‘1983’ is pure Italo / Hi-NRG pump, camply strutting its off-beat bass throb across the dancefloor as shards of sharp synth chords pierce through the mix and concoct a melancholy vibe alongside far-flung countermelody in the distance.

Artist: Micropacer
Release: Fiji Water
Label: Exploited Club
LC: 96788
Cat: EXP136
Publishing: Exploited Ghetto Music Publishing/Sony ATV
Beatport Pre-order: 15.09.23
Release Date Streaming/Beatport: 29.09.23
Release Date Global Download: 13.10.23

Fiji Water

Alte Liebe

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Micropacer - Alte Liebe | Exploited Club

Originally from Newcastle-upon-Tyne but now residing in Bristol, talented up-and-comer Port Manteau has introduced his wide-reaching sound palette via the likes of Street Tracks, 10 Steps North and Zerothree as he explores the wider corners of his own electronic influences. Beginning the next chapter of his young career, having supported artists such as Sasha, Hot Since 82 and Yousef, late March welcomes a new project to the mix as he launches his own label, Kitsch. A home for explorations across indie dance, progressive house and electronica, the imprint will look to ‘combine the best of past and present’ to showcase unique and eclectic musical experiences, starting in style with the launch EP ‘Mandala/Apophis’. 

“I believe in pushing boundaries, experimenting, and carving out a new space in the industry. It’s one thing learning all the technical stuff, but the real effort is creating a totally different track that no one has heard before. My sound is all about taking the best of the music I love from a variety of genres and ending up with something unique.” - Port Manteau. 

Powerful and expansive title track ‘Mandala’ opens the package with authority, with a medley of sweeping synths, captivating vocals and energy-building melodies combining for an endorphin-driven anthemic lead offering. Next, ‘Apophis’ unveils a melting pot of sounds, drawing from a wide range of genres, from Italo-influenced leads to bubbling acid basslines, for a scintillating ride to close the show. 

Port Manteau ‘Mandala/Apophis’ drops via Kitsch on 24th March 2023.

Mandala/Apophis

PREMIERE: Port Manteau - Mandala

soundcloud.com/kay_chi
soundcloud.com/keymonfishladder
soundcloud.com/epicure-rec
🛒 https://epicurerecords.bandcamp.com/album/technology-30-epi003
🔊 https://youtu.be/901kidnk9kQ

For its third release, French Epicure Records imprint welcomes the Athens based producer, Kay-Chi.

Kay-Chi continues to craft quality tunes while exploring the sounds of Synthwave, Italo and dark disco. He hits the mark once again with an EP that should be played as loud as possible as often as possible!

"Technology 3.0" is the title track of the new EP and projects you in the future instantaneously.
Just hit the Play button and you will find yourself in the middle of an uplifting club-ready tune rich in sparkling synth stabs. The result is a melody-rich, synth-driven beauty, in a late ’80s romance dream.
Second track "Parallel Circuits" is a collaboration between Kay-Chi and his best friend Keymon also from Greece. This one is a blend of vibrant synths and arpeggiators leading to a sublime and addictive groover with electro-tinged beats. Please fasten your seatbelt, lift-off to another dimension is imminent.

This EP is an ode to the next evolution of music through the use of new technological tools in combination with old ones.

Epicurious from everywhere, let's take a ride all together!

Parallel Circuits

PREMIERE: Kay-Chi & Keymon - Parallel Circuits [EPICURE RECORDS]

RetroFutur 2

Astore - Fragments

Silicodisco Ft Fierceness Inc - Disko Tragedia

Correspondant is thrilled to unveil Panthera’s new EP, Tragedy. While the enigmatic French producer keeps his identity under wraps, his music speaks loudly with its bold, audacious sound. Panthera's signature blend of Italo-disco and vibrant synth melodies creates a perfect mix of euphoria and nostalgia. With Tragedy, Panthera presents three harmonious tracks, all built around a shared sample. The EP kicks off with Tragedy 1, a cinematic journey where dramatic synths and groovy basslines merge effortlessly. Tragedy 2 ramps up the energy with a dancefloor-ready arrangement that pairs perfectly with soulful vocals, building tension without ever fully releasing it. Finally, Tragedy 3 slows the tempo, layering a bright, warm piano melody to create an uplifting closing to the project. Adding unique spins to the tracks are two skillful remixes by French duo Known Artist and Belfast artist Jordan Nocturne. With Tragedy, Panthera delivers a rich and radiant project that leaves listeners eagerly anticipating what’s next.

Tragedy

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Panthera - Tragedy 3

SOULMEEX second label release comes with a personal and conceptual EP presented by Michael Lane, tracing the emotional path from depression to hope amidst a challenging world.

The journey begins with “Feel”, exploring the process of emerging from numbness to rediscovering emotion. Featuring 25 voices in 20 languages across the gender spectrum, the track is a testament to collective expression and global connection.

The story continues with “Breathe” and “Hope”, reflecting the resilience required to hold on and the eventual return of optimism. These tracks share instrumental themes that bind the project into a unified narrative of healing and renewal.

The EP also includes a remix of “Hope” by Lauer, transforming the closing chapter into a cinematic moment of triumph.

A celebration of human connection and the power of creativity to navigate life’s struggles.

**Voices on “Feel”: Adnan, Aggy, Aicha, Alberto, Alina, Alix, Ava, Egle, Elyssa, Eva, Farid, Fifie, Giulia, Gregoire, Hara, Henrik, Irini, Jorieke, Julie, Leeloo, Marco, Michael S, Stefano, Svenja and Michael Lane**

https://soulmeex.bandcamp.com/album/feel

Michael Lane - Breathe

'Connections' by Calystarr is a sonic journey through space and time, wrapped in layers of vintage soundscapes. TDWS brings an energetic twist with a remix that leans into italo body music, making it perfect for the dancefloor with its vibrant, driving rhythm and high-energy vibe.

BURNING SYNTHS
instagram.com/burning.synths/
@burningsynths

CALYSTARR
instagram.com/calystarrmusic
@calystarrmusic

TDWS
instagram.com/tdwsmusic/
@tdwsmusic

FEINSTOFF PREMIERE: Calystarr - Connections (TDWS Remix) [BURNING SYNTHS]

Altermative Extended version, remixed from the original multi-track recording.

Depeche Mode - Never Let Me Down (Abstructure's Wave Your Hands Mix)

Download here - https://mildperil.bandcamp.com/album/ephemera-volume-10-wizard-disco

Phantom (Body Mix)

Audio & Video artist. 

In the past 2 years, I've been working on re-productions of old games music of the Commodore 64. My concept is to use the original sounds of the C64 and not just sampling it or replay the music on random synths, like many artist have done before. This was quite challenging technically, and I had some frustrating moments as well, but I got over those and you can hear the outcome :-)

This is actually not a release yet, but more of a demonstration upload, to share on the social media. I hope this way to reach the people who may help figure the copyrights issues and to turn this into an official release. My fantasy is to get this stuff being pressed on vinyl one day...