Nørbak is back on HAYES with Passo Lento, four sparse, Orwellian exercises with concrete percussion and a soul-stirring, atonal approach to melody.

Written, mixed and produced by Artur Moreira
Mastered by João Rodrigues at Tema Mastering
Artwork by Tyler Golato and João Frederico
Release description by Tyler Golato
Released by Hayes Collective, Portugal
Release Date Digital: 15th of December, 2023
Release Date Vinyl: 15th of December, 2023
Catalog Reference: HYSEP49
Format: Digital & Vinyl

Passo Lento

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Artist: VIL
Title: 'The Reaction'
Label: Arketip Discs
Cat. #: AD006
Format: Vinyl & Digital
Release: 2nd February,​ ​2024
Pre order: https://arketipdiscs.bandcamp.com/album/la-mola-psyk-vil-a-morgan-and-makuto-forthcoming-release-02-02-2024

Sounds From NoWhere is pleased to premiere a new VIL' track remixed by Psyk on 'Arketip Discs'.
VIL is known as a core member of the Portuguese outfit HAYES, and has released music on Ben Klock's Klockworks, Ben Sims' Hardgroove, Shlomi Aber's Be As One, and TWR72's Float amongst others. "The Reaction" has a shuffling and quirky rhythm with deep, floating chords and electric elements creating a unique vibe.
Psyk's impressive remix of "The Reaction" succeeds in expanding distinct electric fragments from the original into a tapestry of organic, modular soundscapes.

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AD006 - La Mola

Premiere: VIL - The Reaction (Psyk Remix) [Arketip Discs]

Release date (vinyl & digital): 9th of February 2024

TRACKLIST:
A1. Enchant
A2. Bliss
A3. Veiled Dreams
B1. Euphoria
B2. Oceanid
C1. Drama
C2. Scene
D1. Delusional Bond
D2. Awakening
D3. Immersive Mind

INFO:
Ignez makes his Token comeback for a new format yet again, presenting his first ever LP with the Belgian label. One of the scene's most intriguing artists to emerge in the past few years, the young Dutchman has paved his road to acclaim by experimenting with sonic narratives and interpreting them with dance floor efficiency. Constantly working the conceptual intentions of his records, Ignez offers a refreshing take on club music by giving it his unmistakable touch of cinematic storytelling.

'Tides' is an ode to his personal connection with nature, and each track represents a shift in energy and emotional ambiance, rising and falling with each transition. With this approach, it only makes sense to release a project of this length; Ignez is able to tell his story through waves, washing over assertive rhythmic work with far off keys and soothing pads. Songs like the album's introduction 'Enchant' and 'Delusional Bond' inspire curiosity of what lies beyond murky waters and the impactful aftermath of these tracks explains the untameable quality of ocean tides through erratic percussion and razor-sharp sound design like in 'Bliss'. Ignez's synth work throughout 'Tides' is elusive if anything, swimming through his arrangements in an unpredictable manner. He tells the story of an environment that imposes the sometimes harsh rules of its territory with restless elements ready to jump out at any given moment. This feeling of almost powerlessness can be felt in 'Awakening' for example, a record that's bent on intrigue and suspense over a stomping four to thefloor kick. Curiosity, anticipation, discovery: these are all things that can describe the chosen theme and, of course, Ignez's work as a composer. The album serves as a look into the respect the artist has for unstoppable energy and his translation of it thereof through the expressive sound design and thick atmospheres that propelled him to the forefront of his scene.

TOKEN122LP - Ignez - Tides

Mote-Evolver favourite and Non Series label head Psyk returns to Luke Slater's label alongside fellow returnee Orbe, known for his eponymous techno community, making for a top-tier duo made up of Spanish scene frontmen exploring the deeper end of techno. 'Atonal' is hypnotic, multi-functional, and perfect for the record bags of any artist interested in spinning a journey.

The title track of Psyk & Orbe's 'Atonal' on Luke Slater's Mote-Evolver features clever, ever-progressing arrangements and mechanical rhythm shot through with futuristic bleep. Its dub-like atmospheres are then followed by 'Tunnel Diode', which sees the pair implement raw, wonky soundwaves swirling around delicate drum patterns.

The B-side starts with 'Superconductor', an electrifying trip boasting rapid-fire sequences and reversed drum shots sitting in between its steady beat, before 'Maths' closes the record via a slow-burning groove and mysterious, otherworldly synth textures.

Psyk & Orbe - Atonal MOTE069

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

Rødhåd presents: CRIMSON RUBEUS - the first compilation on WSNWG - BACK TO ZERO will be released on April 3rd. 
Under the leitmotif “WE SEE NEW WORLDS GROWING”, the release marks a progression for the imprint to open up for solo releases from new artists and and long term collaborators.

The compilation features 8 tracks handpicked by Rødhåd, each characterized by a vigorous commitment to the dancefloor while staying true to the label's signature - hard-to-resist sound with a pinch of mystery. Over the past year, these unreleased tracks quickly became favourites in Rødhåd's DJ sets, resulting in the idea of curating them in a compilation. The emergence of new worlds is undeniably tangible: 'CRIMSON RUBEUS' signals a new era of creative exchange and different artistic expression for WSNWG - BACK TO ZERO.  As the label opens up to a wider variety of artists, we find both emerging talent represented and producers who already appeared on the label before. 

While every contribution has its distinct magnetic pull, marking the way to a nascent world, the crimson red thread running through this compilation is perpetuating, swirling techno with an acute fit for the dancefloor. As with previous releases Rødhåd crafted the artwork for the compilation, this time drenched in crimson hues echoing the energy of the music.

01 Uväll - Acamar 
02 Arkan - Dissonance 
03 Inox Trax - Decision
04 Nastia Reigel - Limit Y 
05 SAMA - Do You Love Me? 
06 UFO95 - Refuge 
07 Ø [Phase] - Exiting The Delusion
08 Kameliia - Above You And Me

Rødhåd Presents: CRIMSON RUBEUS

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Rødhåd Presents: CRIMSON RUBEUS - WSNWGBTZ010 (Snippets)

"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]

Amotik 014 feat. Tina Ramamurthy
AMTK014
8th March 2024 Vinyl
5th April 2024 Digital

A1 - Amotik - Chauhattar
B1 - Amotik - Pachattar
B2 - Amotik - Chihattar

https://amotik.bandcamp.com/album/amotik-014-feat-tina-ramamurthy

Following up last summer’s dark and driving ‘Amotik 013’, Amotik returns with the hypnotic rhythms of his next instalment on his self-titled label. For the ‘Amotik 014’ EP, Amotik is joined by Tina Ramamurthy, whom Amotik previously worked with on his 2020 Bpitch record and his second album ‘Patanjali’ in 2022. This time, Ramamurthy joins Amotik for the entire ‘Amotik 014’ EP, with ‘Chauhattar’ starting things off with psychedelic spoken word vocals over dubbed-out hits and a chugging beat. 

The track is neatly followed by ‘Pachattar’, which continues that early 2000s drummy, New York feel on the B-side of Amotik’s ‘Amotik 014’. Here, Tina’s vocal echoes through cavernous halls while its massive low-end-heavy drums keep steady in a real trip. ‘Chihattar’ then emerges from the darkness, bright pads and subtle percussion accompanying poetry recited by Tina Ramamurthy, evoking the familiar comforts of nostalgia and closing this three-track EP from the husband and wife duo.

Artwork by Tina Ramamurthy
Mastering by Alain Paul
Distribution by Triple Vision

AMTK014 (Preview)

Anybody asked for faster and harder? Then you are about to be surprised with Sev Dah's approach on PROLETARIJAT012!
"Azici 89" is setting the direction into dreamy string-work and funky percussion, followed by crunchy stab-driving tight beats on "Makac".
On the flip side is a collaboration between him and his daughters, where old rusty drum machines meet three playful minds on "Singing Like".
"Tamic" is completing the 12th release in known manners à la Sev - straight forward, dusty and shaky!

Release date: 12.04 2024
Distribution: N.E.W.S. Distribution
Mastering: Nihad Tule

A1 Sev Dah - Azici 89
A2 Sev Dah - Makac
B1 Sev Dah - Singing Like (feat Leoni & Naomi)
B2 Sev Dah - Tamic

Booking:
elijana@proletarijat.com

Death to fascism!

PROLETARIJAT012 Sev Dah

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Americas > nicole@muisca.la
Promos > amotikpromo@gmail.com

Berlin-based DJ and producer Amotik has been quietly making waves since his move to the city in 2014. Known for his driving, energetic, and atmospheric sound, he has cemented his position as a versatile figure in modern techno, both in the DJ booth and the studio.

Debuting in 2015 with a series of EPs on his self-titled imprint and later making guest appearances on 47, BPitch, and Figure, 2019 saw the release of his debut album, 'Vistār,' accompanied by a live tour, followed by the release of his second album 'Patanjali' in 2022. Both received acclaim from notable publications such as Mixmag and Groove Magazine, firmly establishing Amotik as a visionary producer. Groove Magazine, in particular, lauded him as one of their top 30 producers in their 2022/23 yearly poll.

2023 saw the launch of a new record label, AMTK+, providing a platform for like-minded artists who inspire him. Alongside his label endeavours and a touring schedule that has taken him to Berghain, De School, Fabric, Fuse, Khidi, and Printworks, to name a few, he remains a regular fixture on the cherished Berlin institution - HÖR. Hosting AMTK Radio, he delivers carefully curated sets, inviting guest artists and providing insightful commentary on the music and his guests whilst sharing the occasional Berlin weather update.

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AMTK002 - Nov 15
AMTK003 - Mar 16
AMTK004 - Jul 16
AMTK005 - Nov 16
AMTK006 - Mar 17
AMTK007 - Nov 17
AMTK008 - Mar 18
AMTK009 - Jul 18
AMTK010 - Nov 18
AMTKLP1 - Sep 19
AMTKLP1RMX - Feb 20
AMTK011 - Jul 20
AMTK012 - Aug 21
AMTKLP2 - Mar 22
AMTK+001 - Mar 23
AMTK+002 - May 23
AMTK013 - Jun 23
AMTK+003 - Sep 23

AMTK014 (Preview)

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