(CNS104) YOKTO - „The Theory Of Ore“
Release date: 04.10.2019
2019 Connaisseur Recordings

@yoktomusic

https://connaisseur.lnk.to/cns104


YOKTO is back on Connaisseur, taking us on a geological excursion this time. „The Theory of Ore“ attempts to musically explain how various types of mineral deposits develop in the earth’s crust. As already with his debut release on Connaisseur „Chiron Signs“, the Saarland-based artist takes us on a deep journey, while managing to keep a perfect balance between an absolutely modern and a timeless style approach.

With its shimmering and powerful synths and the demanding cow bells, the release opener „Gabbro“ captures your imagination right from the start. Combined with the rock-solid electro inspired drumming, this tune is a state-of-the-art production.

„Obsidian“ is a rather timeless, almost meditative deep house variation. Trippy sound sprinkles buzz around the stoic but hypnotizing groove, until it gets wrapped up in a warm blanket of classy chords. Afterparty calling! 

„Bims“, the German word for Pumice, is a real lightweight. An airy but intense ambient track where YOKTO probes the field of tension between meditative synths and deep basses.

Gabbro (snippet)

Tête dans les nuages. Pieds dans le sol. 
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'25 Dates

August 21, Open To Close, Le Salon Daomé
August 6, Music Week MTL, Benedetta Old Port
July 31, Kostello & Friends, Le Salon Daomé
July 24, Les Jardins d’Illusion, Jardins Gamelin
June 12, Salon d’Illusion x Keep It Deep, Le Salon Daomé
March 8, Laurence Guy @ Newspeak
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'24 Dates

June 5, Bar La Shop, MTL
June 5, Les Jardins d'Illusion, Jardins Gamelin 

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'23 Dates

November 22, La Shop, MTL, QC
October 8, La Grenade w/Pulsion, MTL, QC
October 7, Rythmes Culinaires, TBA, MTL, QC
September 14 - Nouvel Établissement, MTL, QC
September 9 - L'Éloi, MTL, QC
September 2 - Timeless Festival, Sainte-Agathe-de-Lotbinière, QC
August 26 - La Cuisine, QC, QC
August 25 - Buvette Thérèse, Percé, QC
August 17 - Le Salon Daomé, MTL, QC
July 23 - Barbossa, MTL, QC
July 21 - Le Petit Secret Speakeasy, MTL, QC
July 1 - Le Petit Secret Speakeasy, MTL QC
June 24 - Chez Josie, MTL, QC
May 7 - SNDCHECK @ Belvédère Outremont, MTL, QC
February 24 - Le Petit Secret Speakeasy, MTL, QC
February 4 - Nouvel Établissement, MTL, QC
January 5 - Le Salon Daomé, MTL, QC
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'22 Dates

October 22 - ALL-IN, Sept-Îles, QC
October 10 - Piknic Electronik, Montréal, QC
October 8 - Le Petit Secret Speakeasy, Montréal, QC
September 10 - Jardins Gamelins, Montréal, QC
September 10 - Aire Commune, Montréal, QC
September 3 - Colibri Festival, Saint-Zénon, QC
August 26 - Nouvel Établissement, Montréal, QC
August 7 - Illusion Festival, Béthanie, QC
July 23 - Le Petit Secret Speakeasy, Montréal, QC
July 15 - Bar Renard, Montréal, QC
July 15 - Village Pied-Du-Courant, Montréal, QC
July 2 - Groove & Bass Festival, Bryson, QC
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Bass Kicks, Kombuchas & Kostellations. 
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Has opened for or played with : 

Cid Inc
Secret Cinema
Eekkoo
Apashe
Lektrique
PartiBoi69
TDJ
Laurence Guy
Sinca
Mitch Oliver
Van Did
Hyunji-A
Anna Rose
Maudite Machine
Okin
Audio Sin
Latour
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Part of the NoBassNoFun Productions, HusaSounds Blog & Illusion Festival families. 
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For Bookings & Other Inquiries : sebastien.kostello@gmail.com

Electronic music producer and DJ based in Berlin, working under the moniker ELM. The name was inspired by a book I read during my teenage years, where elm trees served as gathering points for traveling artists—places of rest, exchange, and inspiration. That image resonated deeply with me and continues to inform my creative philosophy. I see ELM as a sonic shelter of sorts—where ideas take root, and contrasts between light and shadow, energy and introspection, are explored through sound.

My work focuses on crafting immersive, narrative-driven experiences through electronic music. Drawing from the more unconventional sides of techno, I blend intricate rhythms with bold lead elements, textured noise, and atmospheric layers. Each composition is designed to guide the listener through a journey—both physical and emotional—using sound as a storytelling tool.

In addition to producing and performing, I compose music for film and visual media, where I can explore another dimension of narrative and mood. With over a decade of DJ experience, I’ve had the opportunity to perform at respected venues and festivals across India and Berlin—experiences that continue to shape my approach to both live performance and studio production.