NuToonz

Perhaps best known for his association with beloved dance music blog Truants, @riccardovillella is also one of our favorite DJs—with a streak of mixes that always feel like instant classics—and a staple of the broader dance music scene in his own right. Villella's penchant for community began on early dance music forums and extends into today's social media networks and elevating others through mixes and in-depth interviews on @truants. His mix for us, inspired by timeless mix CDs like those of Fabric and a 'spiritual successor' to his mix for our friends at @sure_thing, is also a vivid memory of teenage bike rides along the beach in 2006.

Read the interview and see a tracklist:
spontaneous.zone/051-villella

"For the last 11 years I’d been living in London and for a long time, I had no desire really to leave. People say you can call somewhere 'home' after living there for a duration of seven years, so I was well past and on my way. The last three years though, I had really burnt out quite hard creatively, and was kind of just trudging along. It took me a while to realize that I’d maybe needed a break away from London and the constant living for the weekend parties. Work had gone remote, so the option of moving back home to Brighton on the seafront for a temporary reset and to save some money seemed like the logical next step.

I was quite excited about moving back, as one of my friends Bobby had moved back home from London a year prior to also work remote, my friend Sean was still down there and had been making some really cool art recently so we’d been reconnecting, and my friend Sam who moved to Australia 10 years ago was going to be back for a short trip in Brighton this year for a couple weeks. This felt kind of important to me as, as we’d all be in the same city for the first time in a very long time, and these were people that made up my favourite summer ever - the year 10 one in 2006.

... We spent most of that summer going on these really long bike rides from Shoreham-by-Sea, past the cement factory before reaching Brighton beach, and just cycle as far as we could until the sun went down. Me and Bobby would pack our little MP3 players (think I had a Creative Zen Touch then) the night before with as much ‘feels’ music as we’d like to call it, anything that would make our cycles feel like an extended Michael Mann movie, or "LA Action" we’d say. There was just something quite life-affirming as a 16 year old, headphones in, cycling back as the sun sets after exploring some beach cave and you’ve got either of Fila Brazillia - "Subtle Body", Groove Armada - "Paris", or DJ Shadow - "Blood On The Motorway" playing in the background. It was all very Stand By Me in the most musically liberating way possible. I’ve caught myself thinking of those times a lot lately.

I’ve tried to channel a lot of those feelings quite subtly into my studio mixes over the years—hopeless nostalgia, bittersweetness, a sad euphoria—more so on ones where I’m trying to achieve something other than a club-mix. The Sure Thing mix comes to mind especially, but that was also very influenced by the techno aspect of the series and certain life events. Whilst this feels very much like a spiritual successor to that mix, I didn’t want to be so subtle with this one. It’s a straight ode to a single perfect 24 hours that summer, and all the tunes that I was listening to back then, plus some that capture that perfect world-at-your-feet, carefree, teen vibe for me. It covers many moods and feelings of a hot day down at the beach and the transition as the sun sets and you’re getting ready to dance the night away.

I’ve wanted to record something like this for a long time, something that kind of felt like a timeless mix CD, and think you gave me the best opportunity and timing in wanting to put it together, especially as I’ve been doing that same cycle route every other weekend whilst down here."

@riccardovillella / @truants

Spontaneous Affinity

Interview + Tracklist

Spontaneous Affinity #051: Villella

Name: Lara Sophie Köcke 
Alias: Lara Fein (@lara-kobayashi-maru)
Pronouns: she/her
Location: Berlin

Influences: Eris Drew when it comes to DJing and selecting, all the originators, creators and producers of the music i'm playing and my husband ;) 

Affiliations/Projects: CANCELLED Party 

Favorite Quote: “Just before our love got lost you said, I am as constant as a northern star, And I said, ‘Constantly in the darkness,
Where’s that at? If you want me, I’ll be in the bar.’” Joni Mitchell - A Case Of You 

Advice for the DJs, producers and artists of our community:
As a 'late bloomer' myself, I would love to encourage everyone who is not in their 20s anymore and scared by skilled veterans and/or young guns alike, to believe in themselves and take action. Provided you have the immense privilege of having time, do something with it. Listen to music, dig as much old and new stuff as you can, interact with like-minded people, ask straight up for help and/or access to gear/music and you will be surprised how helpful and talented in teaching your peers can be. Try to be humble to yourself and others and to not be too overcritical - or as my grandma would have put it in german: "Es ist noch kein Meister vom Himmel gefallen.", which you could translate to: "No master has yet fallen from the sky."

About the mix: It's all about House and a bit(e) of Acid ...

With this mix Lara Fein asks for you to please learn more about and consider donating to:
❁ Women Wage Peace (https://www.womenwagepeace.org.il/en/)

Read more and tracklist - https://thedaisychain.club/2024/07/30/daisychain-341-lara-fein/

Daisychain

Daisychain 341 - Lara Fein

Straight from the Futurepast gathering at Block1 this past May 17, Davy - Futurepast label boss - takes the helm with a subtly powerful opening set.  This 1h excerpt from the opening of the Futurepast night is a slower-tempo journey, weaving ambient, hints of electro, twisted house grooves, and techno foundations into a narrative of shifting moods and intensities.

It’s a subtle yet immersive blend, where grooves unfold gently, senses awaken gradually, and time seems to stretch. A delicate balance between introspection and propulsion, designed to energize while keeping you grounded.

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Outsiders: Futurepast w/ Davy @ Kiosk Radio 13.06.2025

dedicated to Interstellar Funk's Artificial Dance label

Mayss: Thank You Artificial Dance (Radio Al Hara)

(fixed audio drop-outs on the first and last track)

@operator 29032017

Between Stations w/ Public Display of Affection: 13th August '25

Last hour of today’s NARR Radio takeover! Ecrin Hazer is closing out this incredible day :)

Ecrin Hazer [13.08.25]

Amsterdam local ZTO gracefully taps into his deep-diving sound ranging from ‘90s obscurities and hypnotic grooves to modern underground gems. In his day to day he helps run One Eye Witness as the 3rd eye.

Small Steps w/ ZTO @ Kiosk Radio 28.08.2025

From Karl: "This set was recorded live at the Detroit Masonic Temple, opening for LCD Soundsystem on Thursday 8/21/25. Special thanks to Abby Echiverri and Clay Wilson for making this happen as well as to the LCD crew, who were extremely friendly, helpful  and accommodating. This was a nice opportunity to play some things (new & old) that I don't get the chance to play out often—a mixture of edits, post-punk influences and slow-tempo weirdness as well as some acid house and Frankie Goes To Hollywood. Hope you enjoy!" @karlpmeier

Tracklist:
1. BIG AUDIO DYNAMITE "In Full Effect" (CBS, 1989)
2. TOM TOM CLUB "Suboceana - Magic Juan Mix" (Sire/Reprise, 1989)
3. S' EXPRESS "Funky Killer - I-Robots Reconstruction" (Rhythm King / Needle Boss, 1988)
4. MOEBIUS / PLANK / NEUMEIER "Pitch Control" (Sky, 1983)
5. DOLO PERCUSSION "9" (The Trilogy Tapes, 2018)
6. LURKA "Battery" (Timedance, 2018)
7. N.Y. HOUSE'N AUTHORITY "Ravenswood House - Honey Dijon & Luke Solomon Edit" (Nu Groove, 2024)
8. VELODROME "Capataz" (Animalized, 1988)
9. CHARLES MANIER "Bopside - For Chrislo & Beate" (Kode, 2013)
10. GESETZ DER OKTAVEN "Sensor" (Third Ear Recordings, 2016)
11. CH-BB / THE FANTASY "CH BB" (Secret Mixes / Fixes, 2015)
12. AEVA "Octagon" (Don't Delay, 2017)
13. THE MOLE "Going With The Hat Man - Drum & Bass Mix" (Maybe Tomorrow, 2017)
14. METRIST "Qaqq Ata" (Timedance, 2019)
15. TOLOUSE LOW TRAX "Elk Kelp - Pelagophycus Porra" (Obsolete Future, 2022)
16. FLORIAN KUPFER "Discotag" (W.T., 2015)
17. STEVE POINDEXTER "The Rhythm" (Housetime, 1989)
18. WET "That's The Game - Cratebug Edit" (S.T.D., 1983)
19. THE SOUND VANDALS "On Your Way" (Nu Groove, 1991)
20. BOBBY KONDERS "Massai Women" (Nu Groove, 1990)
21. CULTURAL VIBE "Ma Foom Bey" (Easy Street, 1986)
22. THROBBING GRISTLE "Hot On The Heels Of Love - Carl Craig Re-Version" (Mute, 2004)
23. PAUL DU LAC "Who's The Mack" (Bio Rhythm, 2013)
24. BABY FORD "Normal - Is It Normal? Club Mix" (Rephlex, 1998)
25. DECIUS "Hashtag Booty Finger - 12" Mix" (Leaf, 2022)
26. ACHTERBAHN D'AMOUR "7_Edit" (Acid Test, 2021)
27. KERO "Waiting" (4-Track, 2025)
28. PARANOID LONDON "Joey's Love Bomb" (Bandcamp, 2020)
29. MUTANT BEAT DANCE "The Human Factor - Marcel Dettmann Edit" (Running Back, 2025)
30. BABY FORD "Snakes & Ladders - Gift Mix" (Bandcamp, 2024)
31. KETIOV "CF 122BPM" (Running Back, 2025)
32. CHIMALE "3st Chi-File" (Chiwax, 2025)
33. NASTY BOY "Night Howl" (Puu, 2022)
34. DEREK PLASLAIKO "Computer Sagt Nein" (The Bunker NY, 2023)
35. IAN NORTH "Sex Lust You - Marcel Dettmann Edit" (Running Back, 2025)
36. ATOM TM & ESPLENDOR GEOMETRICO "Estas Solo" (Geometrik, 2020)
37. THEE CHURCH OF ACID HOUSE "Theme - Move D + D Man 'Last Train To Buffalo' Remix" (Pudel Produkte, 2025)
38. DVS1 "Shatter" (Hush, 2023)
39. FACTORY FLOOR "16-16-9-20-1-14-9-7" (Blast First Petite, 2010)
40. LAURIE SPIEGEL "Drums" (Capriccio Records, 1983)
41. DJ FROG & SnP 500 "Engine" (Doo, 2024)
42. DEVICE CONTROL "Spirit Module - Ken Meier Remix" (Double Standards, 2018)
43. YELLO "Bostich, Pt. 1 - Cratebug Edit" (1981, Stiff)
44. HEAVEN 17 "I'm Your Money - Gay Marvine's Edit" (Secret Mixes / Fixes, 2009)
45. MASTERS AT WORK "Body" (MAW, 2002)
46. DVS1 "Shatter" (Hush, 2023)
47. JEFF MILLS "Alarms" (Purpose Maker, 1997)
48. BLACK DEVIL DISCO CLUB "Timing, Forget The Timing (128 BPM) - Kerrier District Remix" (Rephlex, 2004)
49. ABANDONED FOOTWEAR "Mind Over Matter" (Polybius Trax, 2017)
50. FRANKIE GOES TO HOLLYWOOD "Two Tribes - Carnage Mix" (ZTT, 1984)

Standards & Practices Mix Series — Karl Meier

RA.433 Lee Gamble

Ripped from my own 12" vinyl collection enjoy....

Origin Unknown - Valley Of The Shadows 12" Vinyl 1993

Do you like massive, euphoric hands-in-the-air rave tunes? Do you like breakbeats that tumble and snap like a crocodile hurling itself off a waterfall? Do you like dubtastic basslines that will rearrange your internal organs without breaking a sweat? Do you like insane riffs snuggled up to joyous pianos? Then this, the fourth mix in my Get It series of all-vinyl mixes of recent releases, is for you! This time I am focused on modern breakbeat hardcore - tracks that capture the spirit of '92 while using modern production techniques. It's good fun, and you will enjoy it. Guaranteed!

More words on the mix at my blog: http://sonicrampage.org/blog/2019/02/pearsall-get-it-004-get-euphoric-new-skool-breakbeat-hardcore-mix/

Check out the other mixes in the series here: https://soundcloud.com/sonicrampage/sets/get-it-15-track-all-vinyl

Mixed in Berlin, February 2019
100% Vinyl
(44:51, 102 MB, 320 kbps MP3)

Tracklisting:

01. Try Unity - Time To Believe (Rave Radio)
02. Soundbwoy Killah - Tell Me (Warehouse Rave)
03. Manix - Hold Dis (Reinforced)
04. DJ Jedi - Acid Test (Rave Radio)
05. Trigger Happy - Vol. 2 (Side A2) (Trigger Happy)
06. Pete Cannon - Here We Go Again (Kniteforce)
07. Systec - Dreams (Peace on Wax)
08. Boykz & Chapman - Relapse (Enormous Mouse)
09. TenTun - Bass Drum (Rikka Jam)
10. Innercore - Suspense (Peace On Wax)
11. 2 Bad Mice - Gone Too Soon (Sneaker Social Club)
12. DJ Jedi - Utopia (Jedi Recordings)
13. Thumps & Bumps - Hardcore Sound (KHK)
14. Systec - Hardcore Generation (Peace On Wax)
15. Stormski - Come Selector (Stay On Target)

www.sonicrampage.org/blog

Get It Mixes

Get It 004: Get Euphoric (New Skool Breakbeat Hardcore All-Vinyl Mix)

This album was written and produced by Maro J. Kariya in Ithaca, NY from ’16 to ’19. Acknowledgments: Tenkai, Ithai, and Joel for the essential recording equipment. My parents, FCL#180, the Microtones crew, Brian Thrash, DMZ, and Frank C. Schroeder for supporting my pursuit of both science and music. In dedication to those who have helped the world heal.

刈谷円

Mastered by Brian Labycz
Remix mastered by Matt Parent
Artwork by Tenkai Kariya
Layout by Danielle Davis

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otodojo - 123

Introducing Sluj.  A bristol based artist who has been experimenting with breakbeats and DnB/Neuro hyrbid production for many years has stepped to mark the first release on the Index. 

This track is a taster of what's to come from this new artist. Delivering jazz fuelled Drumfunk energy and flavour, its a pleasure to have the first release come from this talented producer. Are you fuckin smoking yet?

https://soundcloud.com/slujdnbuk

Sluj - The Smoking Lounge

Listen to the exclusive GROOVE-Premiere of @metropolitan-soul-museum's track „Never Accept Strangers From Candies", taken from the  „A Family Affair EP” on @yellowislandrecords. Released digitally on the 15th January.

Read our introduction here: https://bit.ly/35f3WoT

Metropolitan Soul Museum - Never Accept Strangers From Candies

They had been waiting at their respective battle stations for far too long. The alarm let out harrowing, rhythmic shrieks while the crew exchanged panicked looks. If their demise was to be imminent, what else should they do? The incoming strike was supposed to have vanquished them by now. The portholes revealed nothing of their surroundings at these depths. Time came to a halt. Months of training had prepared them for these moments, but it turned out that, ultimately, nothing can fully equip you for a standoff with death.

Following instalments last year from Metro Zee and MOY last year, London-based producers BufoBufo and Corporeal Face return to their own label, Ritual Poison, to drop off another beastly four-tracker titled 'Monolith On Mars'. Together, they form the galactic, sci-fi super duo known as Escape Earth, with sounds inspired by the great beyond.

Monolith On Mars EP

PREMIERE: Escape Earth - Dropping With The Force [Ritual Poison]

Thy simple man herith to convey gods work 

otodojo - 123

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