#CNS20Y
We can hardly believe it, but Connaisseur is turning 20 this year! It all began in early November 2005 with our debut release, Patrick Chardronnet’s “Eve By Day.” Not only was it our first track, but it also became our first hit, setting the tone for everything to come. Now, hundreds of tracks later, we're proudly entering our anniversary year.

To celebrate our anniversary, we’ve gathered musical gifts from some of our beloved artists — tracks that truly resonate with us and embody The Sound of Connaisseur.

Introducing “The Presents,” a series of releases leading up to our official anniversary in November.

The series kicks off with our Offenbach friends Shayde, aka Delenz and Richard IV. With previous releases under this moniker, or in various combinations, on labels such as Live At Robert Johnson, Rawax, Moodmusic, Connaisseur, Delenz's own label Turbolenz, and an upcoming releases on Cocoon Recordings, Shayde have prepared a special gift for our anniversary.

Two tracks that truly capture the spirit and sound of Connaisseur.

"Karri Otschi" is a timeless, stomping yet subtle techno track that would also work beautifully in a more uptempo house set. Meanwhile, "Under Clean Blankets" is a stunning, acid-infused electro tune. A genuine Connaisseur release through and through.


The Present #1: Under Clean Blankets

On The Streets - The Remixes

B1 - Federleicht - On The Streets (Kollektiv Turmstrasse Core Mix)

will be released as limited 10" on Connaisseur Recordings soon...

On The Streets - The Remixes X-Tra 10

A - Federleicht - On The Streets (Kollektiv Turmstrasse's 'Let Freedom Ring' Rmx)

Alright, here they are: our TOP 20 of the Chymera "Fathoms" remix competition in cooperation with Juno Download. We received many remixes and it was not an easy task to whittle them down to only 20. 

The overall quality level was high and inevitably there are remixes we didn't choose which maybe also deserved to be a part of the selection. However, we tried to remain as objective as possible. 

The following criteria were important to us: Creative use of the parts, technical skills, general feeling and in the end, personal taste. Furthermore we tried to find a balance between remixes which stayed close, but with a unique twist to the original, and versions which developed in another direction. 

Afterall we are very happy with our Top 20 now and we hope you like them as much we do. 

We would like to say a big thank you to all participants for their submissions and we hope you had fun working with the parts. 

PLEASE KEEP YOU REMIX PRIVATE UNTIL WE HAVE CHOSEN OUR FINAL WINNERS. AFTERWARDS YOU ARE ALLOWED TO PRESENT YOUR REMIX ON YOUR SOUNDCLOUD PROFILE.

August 19th we will present the final winners on Soundcloud and on the Connaisseur Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/connaisseur.recordings). Stay Tuned!

Much love,

Chymera and the Connaisseur family

Death By Misadventure Remix Collection

Chymera - Fathoms (Clemens Ruh Below The Surface Mix)

Chymera - Fathoms (Esteble Dive Deep Remix ft. BeatuniQue On Hang) - GRAND WINNER

Cat-No: cns124
Artists: Cheema
Title: Daunia Disko

Tracks:
01 Daunia Disko
02 Daunia Disko (Of Norway Version)

@cheemaofficial
@of-norway

Stream & order: https://connaisseur.ffm.to/cns124/soundcloud

Cheema — derived from the Italian "cima" (ˈʧima), as in “cima di rapa,” “cima di cola,” “cima di Bitonto,” etc. — serves as the human instrument that brings the traditions of Puglia to the club, utilizing electronic music as a universal language for cultural sharing. Since 1996, Cheema has been an integral part of the music scene, starting as a DJ, progressing to a producer, and eventually becoming a live performer with advanced sound management technologies.

The acquisition of new live techniques has enabled Cheema to experiment and collaborate with over 60 musicians to date. This exploration has resulted in diverse musical proposals spanning various genres. Cheema extends the voice of Apulia worldwide with care and special attention, finely balancing the elegance of electronics with the rich tradition of local dialects. This delicate equilibrium exists on the spectrum between experimentation and a dancefloor atmosphere.

“Daunia Disko” is an energetic electro-funk tune propelled by almost shouted vocals in the dialect of Monte Sant’Angelo (FG). The voice is extracted from the archive of Memorie Audiovisive della Daunia. Connaisseur stalwarts Of Norway have taken over the remix duties, delivering a powerful piano house track with a hint of acid and half-broken beats.

Daunia Disko (Of Norway Version)

Dear friends & fans of Connaisseur,

With #9 of our CONNAISSEUR MIXTAPES series we are more than happy to present you an exclusive mix by @kollektivturmstrasse. This is our Christmas present for you!

Tracklist:
01. Kollektiv Turmstrasse - TK Beauty (unreleased)            
02. Rocco Caine - Hybrid | Fanciful   
03. Luc Angenehm - Anabel | Subjekt    
04. Letizia Carrero & Sergio Wos - Going Down (Owen Ezard Remix) | Polyester Records
05. Chymera - Fathoms (Clemens Ruh Remix) | Connaisseur Recording 
06. XXX - Swimming with Birds (Mow Remix) | Musik gewinnt Freunde (unreleased)                
07. RJ - Leo | Uncanny Valley      
08. Adrian Garza & Leo Leal - Jachin | Musik gewinnt Freunde      
09. Kollektiv Turmstrasse - untitled (unreleased)            
10. Kollektiv Turmstrasse - Last Day (David August Reversion Remix)  | Diynamic 

Happy Holidays and much love from the whole Connaisseur Crew!





CONNAISSEUR MIXTAPES #9 SPECIAL X-MAS EDITION BY Kollektiv Turmstrasse

Snippets of "Spirit Lights Remixes" by Of Norway feat Linnea Dale
Label: Connaisseur Recordings 
Release Date: March 16th, 2015 (Beatport & Vinyl), March 30th, 2015 (rest of digital stores & streaming)
Cat-No : cns071-6
© 2015 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

May 2014 we released Of Norway's debut album  “Accretion“, a musical journey which showcased the Norwegian duo's creativity and ability to create music on the border between songwriting and club music. “Spirit Lights“ was one of the highlights of the album and will be now the kick-off for the „Accretion“ remix series. The original is a long and hypnotizing deep-house jam in the vein of Atjazz or Charles Webster. A true beauty, ennobled for example by Ten Walls by including it in his mind blowing BBC One Essential Mix last summer. “Spirit Lights” was co-written and completed with the amazing lyrics and vocals of Linnea Dale, well known in Norway for her collaboration with the band Donkeyboy and the resulting two No 1 single charts positions of the titles „Ambitions“ and „Somedays“. Furthermore in 2014 she was the representative act for her country at the Eurovision Song Contest.

Italy's up and coming Lehar, who bestowed upon us his “Sargas EP” one of our most successful releases in 2014, created such a mystical and alluring tune with his interpretation, that it quickly ended up as regular in the sets of Mano Le Tough and Adriatique, just to name a few. This created such a buzz, that his remix has already reached No 13 of the last Groove Mag 50 charts, without having started any promo yet. Things can't get more promising.

Due to Adriatique's massive support, it was obvious for us to ask the Diynamic act to do the second remix. As was to be expected, the two Swiss also had a lucky hand at the remix and turned the original into a true beauty, a version literally begging for summer and beach. A true open-air guarantor.

Spirit Lights Remixes

A Of Norway Feat. Linnea Dale - Spirit Lights (Adriatique Remix) (Snippet)

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Snippets of "It's You Remixes" by Of Norway (@of-norway) feat Lois
Label: Connaisseur Recordings 
Remixes by Eric Volta (@ericvolta) & Lehar (@ thedriftersound)
Release Date: May 11th, 2015 (Beatport), May 25th, 2015 (rest of digital stores & streaming)
Cat-No : cns072-6
© 2015 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

We're going into the second round of remix extracts for Of Norway's 2014 album “Accretion”. Already the frst release with remixes by Adriatique and Lehar for the wonderful “Spirit Lights” was and still is a big success and we are sure the interpretation for “It's You” we will be equally successful.

The original is a Kraut-House epic with the haunting vocals of Norwegian singer Lois, and for us from Connaisseur one our favourites from the album.

Just like most tracks from Of Norway, “It's You” is an original predestined to be remixed.
First on the remix duties is Eric Volta, an artist we highly appreciate, mostly known for his releases on No.19 and Visionquest, as well as a bunch of amazing remixes. He is a thoroughbred musician and massive talent. His way of building up his tracks is extraordinary, he doesn't just tell stories with his tracks, he tells fairly tales. Mystic, surprising and touching is also his interpretation for “It's You”. We were (ohne almost) speechless when we we heard it for the frst time. A track for a special moment and perfect for Connaisseur. We are in love with it!

The second remix comes from The Drifter, the third man of the Maeve collective next to Mano Le Tough and Baikal. 2015 seems to be his year, as what he has delivered so far in the past months is pure bliss. His remix for “It's You” is further proof for his unstoppable rising success. With his interpretation he starts smoothly but quickly builds up an alluring tension, setting several freak-out moments for the club with his breaks. We are sure you will hear his wonderful version very often on the dancefoors in the next months.

It's You Remixes

Side A - It's You (Eric Volta I'll Always Remember Norway With You Mix) (Snippet)

Snippets of "Flora & Zephyr EP" by Lehar (@lehar-music) featuring one collaboration with @musumeci
Release Date: July 7th, 2015 (Beatport & vinyl), July 21st, 2015 (rest of digital stores & streaming)
Cat-No : cns073-6
© 2015 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

The rise ofLehar continues. Together with his brothers in mind Musumeci and Olderic, he has recently formed a highly visible team closely connected to Connaisseur and reinforced by their new weekly radio-show "The Sound Of Connaisseur“ o n Ibiza Global Radio. Now it is time for new music. After his tremendous debut EP "Sargas“ and his uber-remix for Of Norway feat. Linnea Dale’s "Spirit Lights“, he presents his next strike with the 4-tracker "Flora & Zephyr“. Named after the mythological love couple Flora, the Sabine-derive goddess of fowers and of the season of spring and her husband Zephyr, son of the titans Astraios und Eos, Lehar wanted to transport this passion- and romantic-laden story into his new release.

With the beatless intro track "In Ipnosi“ Lehar kicks off the release. A wonderful hypnotic affair with strong synths and shimmering percussions.

Next up is the majestic "Zephyr", a real titan of a track, with a strong groove and demanding chords. It has a cleansing and meditational impact, letting you dream while triggering an inner and outer movement.

On the fip-side, with "Horizon“ Lehar presents a collaboration with Musumeci, who just got ennobled as "The future of Italian House Music“ by Kristian from Âme for his other project combo "Human Machine“. From the beginning you can make out Musumeci’s infuence on this track, as his music never overladen. It has a clear approach with a strong recognition value, which may be the secret to his success. Each element of "Horizon“ remains in your mind after having listened to it. A guarantor for this summer, for sure.

The closing title of this EP is "Flora", a timeless and alluring cut with a dub-techno approach. Its subtle power comes from its deepness. It is simple but full of universal brilliancy.

Flora & Zephyr EP

B1 Lehar & Musumeci - Horizon (Snippet)

Snippets of "It's You Beatport Remix Contest Winners" by Of Norway (@of-norway) feat Lois
Label: Connaisseur Recordings 
Remixes by Just Emma (@justemmaoffical - grand winner), Despine (@despine) & Eigengrau (@eigengraumusic)
Release Date: June 23rd, 2015 (Beatport)
Cat-No : cns072xtraD
© 2015 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

"It's You" is one of the most intense titles of Of Norway's 2014 album "Accretion", that we why we have chosen it for our remix contest with Beatport. We have received amazing results, however these three titles we have chosen as winners as each of them gave the track a wonderful new direction. 

The grand winner Just Emma, chosen by Of Norway, turned it into a massive Tech-House bomb which will create mayhem on the floor.

Second winning remix was delivered by Despite, who created an amazing deep and floating trip. Really stand-out.

To round up the release we have chosen as third winner Eigengrau's very unique interpretation, a super sweet electronica version. 

It's You Xtra Remixes

01 Of Norway feat. Lois - It's You (Just Emma Remix) (Snippet)

Download & Stream

02 Shayde - Under Clean Blankets

01 Shayde - Karri Otschi

Snippet of "All I Got (Musumeci Remix)" by Patrick Chardronnet, taken from "All I Got Remixes".
Release Date: October 2nd, 2015 (Beatport excl.), October 16th, 2015 (rest of digital stores & streaming)
Cat-No : cns075D
© 2015 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

@patrickchardronnet | @musumeci

When you have been running a label as long as we have, it occasionally happens that you have releases up the pipeline which take ages to be released. The remix EP for Patrick Chardronnet’s 2013 hit "All I Got“ is such a case. Already planned for more than a year ago, it has taken this long to be ready for release. But, as good things sometimes simply need time, we think it was well worth the wait and are now more than happy with the result: Four remixes in total, three for "All I Got“ and one for "Random Beauty“, make the release complete, now.

We kick off with the Audiofy Hook Remix, a characteristic interpretation for the super simpatico and world-traveling DJ-duo and long-time friends of Connaisseur. Super tripping, massively grooving and big in love of details. Thank you boys!

Next up is man of the moment Musumeci. His take on "All I Got“ is a super catchy pearl in his own distinctive arp-driven style with touching and tender melodies. A tune for your heart and soul which we are sure will be a regular in many sets in the next months.
The third and last version of "All I Got“ is by German rising star Schlepp Geist, who just had a strong open air track with "Tura“ on our summer V.A. “BBQ Techno 5”. His interpretation, screaming "RAVE ALERT", will destroy dance foors. Massive alarm sounds and a demanding groove make this tune a peaktime guarantor.

The fourth and last track is a remix for "Random Beauty“, the timeless b-side of the original release, which we consider one of the best tracks Patrick Chardronnet has ever have made. Responsible for the remix here is Anthony Middleton, one half of Audiofy and the amazing US act Dance Spirit, well known for their releases on Audiofy’s sublime Supernature label.Their remix is a pure trip taking you far away. Their sensitive dealing with the parts shows their big respect towards the original work. A special track for a special moment.

02 Patrick Chardronnet - All I Got (Musumeci Rmx) (Snippet)

Snippet of "146" by Human Machine, taken from the "146 EP".
Release Date: February 29th, 2016 (vinyl & Beatport excl.) / March 18th (streaming & all other stores)
Cat-No : cns078-6 
© 2016 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

Âme & Dixon B2B Fabric, London - November 2015
https://youtu.be/C4uXetjvz0Q

Dixon at Awakenings, 2 January 2016
https://youtu.be/wyw7iFu3ji0?t=7m12s

In the history of Connaisseur we can’t remember ever having had an upcoming release with such a massive buzz in advance. Eventhough Human Machine has only had one release up to now, their name and popularity are spreading impressively, mainly due to the enormous support by Dixon, Âme and Solomun for the title track “146", which they have hammered in almost every set in the past months.

Concerning the music, it is fascinating how such simply constructed tracks can have such an impact in the club. This is the secret of Human Machine.

While '146' is dominated by a massive and remarkable synth-line, drilling its way into your head so that you may never forget it again, the B1 title 'Drone' is more focussed on a deep hypnosis, combined with a very demanding work on the groove. 'Janus', the closing title is the most airy and atmospheric track on the “146” EP, a passionate journey with an unexpected twist.

Human Machine is the project of Mauro di Martino, better known under his moniker Musumeci, Francesco Sorrentino, Simone Carpenzano and Paolo Lauretta.

Human Machine - 146 (Snippet)

Exclusive mix by C.Vogt(@c-vogt-official) & Patrick Jeremic (@patrickjeremic)

Welcome to "The Sound of Connaisseur“, Connaisseur Recordings' weekly radio show on Ibiza Global Radio, hosted by Lehar (@lehar-music), Musumeci (@musumeci) and Olderic (@olderic). The one hour show features exclusive mixes by the hosts as well as guests, highlighting the sound of the moment and the future.“

"The Sound of Connaisseur" Radio Show #042 C.Vogt & Patrick Jeremic - June 6th, 2016

Snippet of the "Black Sunrise (Olderic Remix)" by Francesco Chiocci feat. Black Soda.
Release Date: August 1st, 2016 (Beatport excl.) / August 15th (streaming & all other stores)

Cat-No : cns082 
© 2016 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

"Black Sunrise“ by Francesco Chiocci feat. Black Soda, was one of the highlights of our last edition of Livingroom Techno. When we heard the track for the frst time, we knew right away that it endears itself to remixers due to the haunting vocals by Black Soda from Cape Town.
The result is a full on family affair: Olderic, Lehar, Musumeci and Peter Pardeike have interpreted "Black Sunrise“ and although each of them has created his own trip, all of them are genuinely "The Sound of Connaisseur“.

Olderic’s version preaches the peak-time open-air moment with some proper pathos on top.

Lehar’s remix on the other hand takes the middle course between catchiness and abstract soundscapes, delivering a very unique interpretation.

Musumeci has created a deep house builder in the manner of Atjazz or Charles Webster, timeless to the bone.

And last but not least, Peter Pardeike declares his love to Afro-Beat with his version.
More summer simply isn’t possible!


[cns082] Black Sunrise Remixes

01 Francesco Chiocci Feat Black Soda - Black Sunrise (Olderic Rmx) (Snippet)

Snippet of the "Black Sunrise (Lehar Remix)" by Francesco Chiocci feat. Black Soda.
Release Date: August 1st, 2016 (Beatport excl.) / August 15th (streaming & all other stores)

Cat-No : cns082 
© 2016 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

"Black Sunrise“ by Francesco Chiocci feat. Black Soda, was one of the highlights of our last edition of Livingroom Techno. When we heard the track for the frst time, we knew right away that it endears itself to remixers due to the haunting vocals by Black Soda from Cape Town.
The result is a full on family affair: Olderic, Lehar, Musumeci and Peter Pardeike have interpreted "Black Sunrise“ and although each of them has created his own trip, all of them are genuinely "The Sound of Connaisseur“.

Olderic’s version preaches the peak-time open-air moment with some proper pathos on top.

Lehar’s remix on the other hand takes the middle course between catchiness and abstract soundscapes, delivering a very unique interpretation.

Musumeci has created a deep house builder in the manner of Atjazz or Charles Webster, timeless to the bone.

And last but not least, Peter Pardeike declares his love to Afro-Beat with his version.
More summer simply isn’t possible!

02 Francesco Chiocci Feat. Black Soda - Black Sunrise (Lehar Remix) (Snippet)

Snippet of the "In Your Eyes" by Boot Slap Feat. Joseph Wolff,  taken from "BT6 - Part 2" & "BBQ Techno 6" 
Release Date: September 5th, 2016 (BT6 Part 2 - Beatport exclusive) / September 19th (BBQ Techno - 6 All stores & streaming)

Cat-No : cns083p2 / cns26SD
© 2016 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

For the 6th consecutive year already, we're hailing the sun, the summer and the best time of the year. Again, we've tried to find the best music to transport the ultimate summer feeling and yes, we found titles screaming sunshine, outdoor dancing and lots of fun. As always, we're presenting the exclusive contributions a bit earlier under the name "BT",  split into two parts this time, and later as a part of the full "BBQ Techno“ compilation, enriched with highlights out of our repertoire! 

This is part two, featuring exclusive music by our sun worshipers C.Vogt & Patrick Jeremic, Boot Slap feat Joseph Wolff and Hans Thalau.

[cns083p2] BT6 - Part 2

02 Boot Slap Feat. Joseph Wolff - In Your Eyes (Snippet)

Exclusive mix by Floyd Lavine (@floyd-lavine)

Check our ADE event in cooperation with @risebln at De Balie on October 22nd, 2016.
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1132187510175015/
Get your ticket here: http://bit.ly/ticketsadespecial

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Booking contact: www.water-gate.de/de/w-agency/floyd-lavine/floyd-lavine.html

Welcome to "The Sound of Connaisseur“, Connaisseur Recordings' weekly radio show on Ibiza Global Radio, hosted by Lehar (@lehar-music), Musumeci (@musumeci) and Olderic (@olderic). The one hour show features exclusive mixes by the hosts as well as guests, highlighting the sound of the moment and the future.

"The Sound of Connaisseur" Radio Show #055 ADE Special with Floyd Lavine - October 19th, 2016

Exclusive Mix by Khen

www.facebook.com/KHENMUSICofficial/

Welcome to "The Sound of Connaisseur“, Connaisseur Recordings' weekly radio show on Ibiza Global Radio, hosted by Lehar (@lehar-music), Musumeci (@musumeci) and Olderic (@olderic). The one hour show features exclusive mixes by the hosts as well as guests, highlighting the sound of the moment and the future.

"The Sound of Connaisseur" Radio Show #060 with Khen - March 8th, 2017

Some tracks are bigger than others – Resulting of that perception we decided to bring some renewals for our sublabel Superiéur and repositioned it as platform for re-issues and unreleased treasures from the 90ies. First re-issue will be the Frankfurt early morning classic “Sunrising” by Mark Ambrose & Alexander Purkart pres. Bellringers, originally released on Force Inc. US in 1998. Besides a new mastering of the original DAT tape, we couldn’t resist to include two amazing edits of the original. Responsible for the reworks are our polish homies Mike P and Katowice Academy of Jazz graduate Kacper Bogacz, better known as Pol_On, as well as finnish super house producer Roberto Rodriguez.

The Sunrising original is a timeless masterpiece carved in the stone of end 90ies House with a specific dub trippiness. Played as a secret weapon by DJs like Ricardo Villalobos, Raresh, Rhadoo and Pedro from the Ar:pi:ar crew, Robert Dietz, Sascha Dive and many others, this track is the perfect score for an open-air party dawn scenario.

Pol_On is taking the original in another direction, by focusing more on the dub elements. The result is a dark and pushing dub-techno tune with a superb working house-drum and lovely detroit-strings on its peak. A deep and hypnotic affair!

Roberto Rodriguez imbibes the more housy parts of the original and delivers a timeless, deep pearl with an irresistible groove and a wonderful string theme. What a beauty!


BBQ Techno

A - Mark Ambrose & Alexander Purkart pres. Bellringers - Sunrising (low quality)

BBQ Techno 3

Kollektiv Turmstrasse - Schwindelig (Ian O'Donovan Remix)

Rebellion der Träumer - Remix Collection

Kollektiv Turmstrasse - Schwindelig (Wanderlust's Rhodes Remix)

Alex Flitsch und Martin Henkel haben Mathi Weck in seiner Sendung Clubsandwich auf Flux FM besucht und über Daso und das Album gesprochen.

https://www.fluxfm.de/daso-rene-bourgois-frits-wentink-max-telaer-live-aus-dem-the-reed-und-dj-mixe-clubsandwich/

https://connaisseur.lnk.to/dasoforever

Daso Special / Clubsandwich / Flux FM vom 05.04.2019

Snippets of "Noisy Nights: Kollektiv Turmstrasse Remixes" by HOLTOUG
@holtoug
@kollektivturmstrasse

-> https://connaisseur.lnk.to/r1PQioByWE

Cat-No : cns102
Release Dates: 21.06.2019
© 2019 Connaisseur

Halleluja! Kollektiv Turmstrasse is back on Connaisseur and let us tell you: the boys delivered big time.
But let’s start from the beginning: Holtoug is a gifted Danish producer whom we worked with a couple of years ago and who released some absolutely tasteful tunes with us. Shortly before having debuted on Connaisseur, he released the track "Noisy Night“ on the small Danish indie-label Fake Diamond. We have always loved this track and have known about its potential since back in the days, which is why we had agreed on a possible re-release a few years ago already and also released a more clubbish remix by Holtoug himself on one of our summer various artist releases.
We felt that this track is genuine remix material for Kollektiv Turmstrasse and we were not wrong with this assumption. The result: Two remixes, two directions, celebrating different scenarios and moods, both surprising and treating the wonderful vocals with full respect. Kollektiv Turmstrasse currently doesn’t release much, but whatever they touch turns into something magical. We couldn't be happier about this release.

Noisy Nights (Kollektiv Turmstrasse's Breaks Treatment) (snippet)

[cns109] Blindsmyth - Gryllidae
@blindsmyth
Released: 15.05.2020
Order: https://connaisseur.lnk.to/cns109

Writing this text right now feels awkward. When we received this demo in late 2019, pictures of people dancing barefoot on soft grass at picturesque open-airs unfolded before our inner eyes, as for us, Blindsmyth’s "Gryllidae“ represents the quintessential summer track. 

But now, late in March 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic is in full effect. Currently, we don’t know if a single open-air or festival can take place this summer or if we will be able to enjoy the season the way we are used to, at all. However, this major uncertainty is no reason for us to change our release plans, as even if our activities will probably be limited this summer, "Gryllidae“ will still be your friendly companion. The beauty of this track is its ultimate easiness, even though it is full of edgy moments and elements. It is a very unique composition, motivating you to listen to it over and over again, discovering something new every time. 

Berlin-based Blindsmyth, who has shone before with releases on Diynamic and Cosmic Society, was able to create something with "Gryllidae“, which many producers often try to achieve, but mostly fail: Perpetuating the feeling of summer with a piece of music. 

Can you feel it, too?

[cns109] Blindsmyth - Gryllidae (snippet)

[cns113] Kollektiv Turmstrasse - Rebellion der Träumer X - The 10th Anniversary Remixes, Pt. 3
Pre-order, pre-save & stream: https://connaisseur.fanlink.to/cns113
@kollektivturmstrasse
@tshamusic
@macho_cutie
@k-lone93

n November 2010, we released Kollektiv Turmstrasse’s "Rebellion der Träumer“ - a timeless album with a major impact on both the artists and on us, the label. It was a big success in every direction and even now after 10 years, the album still is a milestone. Reason enough for us to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the two German northener's debut album both with a long awaited repress of the double vinyl, as well as a fresh round of remixes.

You can expect nine new remixes, which will be released in three different parts over the course of several weeks.

We open the third and last part of the anniversary remixes with TSHA, a London based producer who is quickly emerging as one of the most exciting newcomers around. She is signed to Counter Records, the imprint of London label Ninja Tune, where she just released the highly praised „Flowers“ EP. Next to this, she was included in Spotify’s „Black History Is Now“  campaign and was just nominated as „Best of British: Breakthrough Producer“ by the DJ Mag. TSHA picked „Heimat“ and has transformed it into a highly addictive indie-electronics dance tune, with a fine portion of pop.

The mysterious Macho Cutie picked the so far un-remixed „Deine Distanz“ and has given it a proper Italo Disco treatment with a touch of Anne Clark. Rumour has it, that Macho Cutie is the offspring of a female Lucha Libre (Mexican wrestler) and a Norwegian deer hunter. We don’t know if this is true, but after his/her small collab with our Connaisseur stalwarts Of Norway, we are fans. 

The last remix is by the versatile producer and Wisdom Teeth co-founder K-Lone. His take on „Uneins“ has a proper Bristol Techno/Dub touch and is aimed towards being a DJ tool with its techno stabs and live sounding drums.

Pre-save & -order

Uneins (K-Lone Remix) (Snippet)

Deine Distanz (Macho Cutie Remix - Fadeout Version) (Snippet)

Heimat (TSHA Remix) (Snippet)

Preview of "BBQ Techno 3"
Label: Connaisseur Recordings 
Release Date: July 29th, 2013
Format : Digital 
Cat-No : cns016D
℗&© 2013 Connaisseur Recordings / LC 14550

Summertime is "BBQ Techno" time -  for the third season already, we present a summerly selection of open air guarantor out of our repertoire, tracks from upcoming releases, as well as several exclusives for your outdoor BBQ and dancing pleasure.

From the upcoming releases, we have selected one title from the next Holtoug release called "Noisy Nights". The original was released Denmark-exclusive on the small but fine label Fake Diamond. For our release, Holtoug has developed the more clubbish "Dizzy Days" version, which we will present on this sampler. On the single which will be released in early autumn, you will also find an outstanding Kollektiv Turmstrasse remix.
With "End" we will showcase a very talented artist from Russia called Koett. His submission is an oldschoolish UK-Breatbeat-hommage which will destroy some dancefloors for sure. On top, we are happy to announce one title from Noraj Cue's first release on Connaisseur. This gifted fellow from the Netherlands, who has already provided a title for our Livingroom Techno 3 sampler, delivers  a Connaisseur blueprint track called "Burning Eyes". Deep, touching and full of wonderful melodies.

As exclusives, we kick off the compilation straight away with a lovely indie-electronic song by Raw Verse feat. C.Layne, one the projects of Marco Effe, who will also drop a release on Connaisseur later this year. The second exclusive is the tender "I Don't Want It" by the talented danish duo Mr. Leman & Thomas Dieckmann. Next up is Terje Saether feat. Mari N Petterson from Norway with a wonderful Pop-Techno lullaby called "Good Night". As a special exclusive we are more than happy to present one of the most requested tracks from the Michael Mayer's Resident Advisor podcast from earlier this year. Jobe's "Got Me" was only available on vinyl on a very limited UK pressing so far . On BBQ Techno 3 he will hit the digital market for the first time with this stand-out tune. To round up the selection, as a closing title we chose the stirring "Overflow" by another russian fellow called Freska, guaranteeing a massive goose flesh attack. 

We wish all of you a good dance under the blue sky…



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