Fuse lands again with a third release of ageless techno, brimming with grit and soul by Sweden's own Dold

Pre-order here: www.fuse.be/fuse03

A1. Dold - Smile
A2. Dold - Old News
B1. Dold - Rider
B2. Dold - Rich String

Written & produced by Dold
Mastering by Ahmet Altinbas
Artwork by Ahmet Altinbas
Layout by Studio Phazed

FUSE03 • Dold - Rider

The rising talent Delano Legito, is set to make his debut on Float Records with an exciting and well-crafted EP named "Lost Entry." This four-track EP showcases a mesmerizing and dynamic journey with pulsating beats and a diverse range of sounds while maintaining a cohesive and engaging narrative. His signature is showing. A debut to be proud of.

Delano Legito - Lost Entry [FLOAT073] (previews)

Following a hiatus of a few years, Singular Anomalies has returned and is now making a debut on Float Records with a five-track release titled "Abdisi." Anticipate sci-fi-infused locked grooves featuring subtle yet subliminal sound design. It's a combination of modesty and boldness. We're excited to welcome Singular Anomalies to the Float Records family.

Singular Anomalies - Abdisi [FLOAT074] (previews)

Release date (vinyl & digital): 15th of March 2024

TRACKLIST:
A1.  Strange Attractor
A2. Astral Plane
B1. Time Dilation
B2. Fractal

INFO:
Border One’s fourth contribution to Token Records is an ode to the cosmic, an ever-present theme in the Belgian’s acclaimed career. ‘Strange Attractor’ takes techno and applies Border One’s bubbly modular sound glossing over thick drums, weaving through sound design destined for sophisticated sets on worthy sound systems. Calm and collected, he offers yet again his attention to detail and devotion to effect. 

As an introduction, ‘Strange Attractor’ presents a gripping story. Displaying sustained tension, he takes his time to reveal his channels. Forcing the listener to settle in and anticipate, the elements diverge and converge over the space of six minutes, shifting groove throughout. A return to calm, slightly uneasy control helps us arrive at an influx in energy for the rest of the project. Moving along to ‘Astral Plane’, we are introduced to more extroverted sequences. Boomy through fluctuating synth lines and stomping claps, the seasoned producer uses the size of his design in the low end to justify a more erratic arrangement. Spread noise in the background interweaves with confronting synth work, making ‘Astral Plane’ impressive in weight without losing the intricate quality that its producer is known for. Opening the dimension of the project through far spread elements, ‘Time Dilation’ creates linear focus with a cloudy entourage. An always club efficient throbbing main synth persists through an exciting structure, highly resonant transitions whip through drum machine patterns, making the third track on the record nothing if not a nail biter. The shuffle of the hi hats does nothing to slow down the energetic peak of the EP; we find Border One confidently in control of layered machinery. Drawing the project to a close, ‘Fractal’ blinks through persistent tension. Linear rides and drones open and close with each transition, making for a bent atmosphere of intrigue. With a sturdy rhythm dotting along from start to finish, the tonality of Fractal makes it the perfect final bow to grasp Border One’s intentions and the universe he puts his work in.

TOKEN123 - Border One - Strange Attractor

Support the label: https://polegroup.bandcamp.com/

Artist: Oscar Mulero
Title: Poisonality EP
Label: Pole Group
Cat. Number: PG072
Format: Vinyl + Digital
Release date: 8th March 2024

YouTube Premiere: https://youtu.be/leBNIQRZDyg

OECUS Premiere | Oscar Mulero - Iris Malicioso [PG072]

KSRDGTL021 - Clotur - Warp Drive

1. Warp Drive
2. Reshape The Future
3. Broken Symmetry
4. Quantum Dynamics

Release date:
13/03/2024

kaiserksr.bandcamp.com/album/warp-drive

Artwork © Angela Cacciapaglia
Distributed by Triple Vision

KSRDGTL021 - Clotur - Warp Drive

"Parallel" EP

A1. Rivers
A2. Tide
B1. MT15
B2. Parallel

Release date : 29 March 2024
Pre-order : https://observerstation.bandcamp.com/album/parallel
All tracks written, produced, mixed and mastered by Ahmet Altinbas.

Altinbas - Parallel EP [OS004]

Prepare yourselves for an electrifying journey as Temudo makes his mark on Sciahri's label Sublunar, with a mesmerizing EP that encapsulates the essence of the artist's multifaceted techno mastery.

Hailing from Portugal and renowned as the co-owner of Hayes, Temudo has left an indelible mark on the techno landscape, affiliating with illustrious labels such as Klockworks and Blueprint. With a distinctive sonic signature, this EP, unveils the various dimensions of Temudo's sonic vision.

The sonic odyssey commences with 'U where my first second choice,' a pulsating blend of energy and hypnotic allure. Transitioning seamlessly into 'Asset 2,' the track resonates with an authentic, relentless stomping groove that is nothing short of captivating.

On the flip side, the EP unveils the warmer and groovier sounds of '2029' alongside the minimalistic and unforgettable tones of 'Affection.' These tracks beckon listeners to transcend to an alternate dimension, where the boundaries of techno are pushed to their limits.

In the digital-only version you can find 'The Radius' a techno track that delves into the depths of the mind with its pulsating rhythms and intricate textures, creating an immersive sonic experience.

5 Assets

Temudo - Affection

Release date (vinyl & digital): 19th of April

TRACKLIST:
A1: Teste
A2: Sopro
B1: Clima
B2: Veneta

INFO:
With his first full-length EP on Token after a contribution to last year’s Fuga IV compilation, Nørbak proposes his unique take on movement and grain through the four tracks on ‘Sopro’. Constantly searching for new textural story telling, the Portuguese producer balances grit with technical depth.

‘Teste’ begins the record as the most minimal of the collection, setting a somber tone with percussive accents whipping through a cavernous atmosphere. Reminiscent of German style club music with booming kicks and resonating hits, Nørbak plays to his strengths by alternating through confronting sound design and imposing rhythmics. The title track ‘Sopro’ maintains the weight of its predecessor, however the focus shifts to the lead synth line. The Hayes member juggles through a hypnotic sequence, bending dissonant keys to ensure a funky swing while keeping things cool and collected. This stylistic hybrid segues perfectly into ‘Clima’, where Nørbak masterfully retreats into the mind for paced percussion over delirious ambiances in half-time. A slow rolling bassline pushes through the arrangement like a tidal wave with chanting snares egging it on, making ‘Clima’ almost ritualistic. The hypnotic touch completes ‘Sopro EP’ in a subtle way and leads into an epic of a closer with ‘Veneta’. Nørbak thickens the rhythmic section once again, with an accent on the high end, to shout far off notes describing a stretching landscape. These stuttering keys make for an intense ride supported by shaking hi hats all along the way, persistent through every transition. The record comes to a satisfying close with a meditative conclusion, an appropriate way to wrap up a sensorial adventure.

TOKEN124 - Nørbak - Sopro EP

Holden’s third release on SK_Eleven, Dust,  showcases a striking evolution of his signature dark, driving sound. Rhythms are as urgent and rooted in the dancefloor as ever, but melodies have grown more haunting and emotive. This release sees Holden charting new sonic territory with two ambient tracks to open and close the record. Opener “Dust” brings melody and harmony to the foreground to set the emotional tone for the peak-time techno tracks that follow, while the closing track, “Frost,” ends the EP on a more hopeful note, its yearning melody disappearing into the mist beyond the sunlight.

A1 - Dust
A2 - Myth
A3 - Corner of the Room
B1 - The Beginning and The End
B2 - Steep
B3 - Frost

All tracks written and produced by Holden Federico
Mastering by Beau Thomas 1087 Mastering, London
All rights reserved SK_eleven 2024

Holden Federico - Dust [SK11X025]

"Anachronism" infuses classic dub techno with modern granular synthesis to create some standout effects.

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Anachronism

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Altinbas - Parallel EP [OS004]

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