The 14th release is here and marks the beginning of a new era for the label. New design, easier to search in the bag, way more frequent releases and proper Techno weapons as always.
For this one we are proud to present one more huge V/A before focusing on solo & split EPs. ANA014 delivers a fierce combo of tracks, four top quality Techno cuts from Hector Oaks , Obscure Shape, Endlec & label head Jerm !

A1 @hectoroaks - Formal Básica
A2 @obscure_shape - My Muse Is On Vacation
B1 @jerm_oner - Forcing Function
B2 @endlec - Total Control

Mastered by : Hardgroove mastering
Lacquers by : Simon at The Exchange
Distributed by : Triple Vision
Artwork by : Hellopanos

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V/A (Héctor Oaks • Obscure Shape • Endlec • Jerm) [ANA014]

𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨
𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐱 𝐝𝐣/𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐫

Meet John Holt, Andorra's techno maestro. With over a decade of experience, John Holt dominates the stages of festivals like Hibernation, Elrow, and CODE, blending techno beats with live instruments, making him a true cultural influencer.

Originally from Andorra, John Holt is passionate about electronic dance music. He began his DJ career at the age of 14, and by 17, he was performing live at local venues in his hometown. With over ten years of experience, Holt has secured residencies at renowned venues such as Eivissa Experience and Fat Albert's. His energetic sets draw hundreds of electronic music fans each week, both at clubs like Eivissa Experience and Fat Albert's, and at various festivals in Andorra, including the Hibernation Festival and the Andorra Mountain Music Festival.

Holt's talent extends beyond his home country, performing on stages in France and Spain at prominent venues like Fabrik Madrid, Sala City Hall in Barcelona, Oxido in Guadalajara, Sala Zero in Tarragona, Nit Oh in La Seu de Urgell, Sonora in Bilbao, and at festivals such as Bricks in Toulouse and l'effet Blanc in Saillagouse. In addition to his role as a DJ, Holt is a prolific music producer, with tracks spanning multiple genres that have been released on prestigious labels, both locally and internationally. In 2023, alongside his partner Robznow, he founded his own record label, BLACKINBLACK Records, specializing in techno, hard techno, and psy trance. The label has released several tracks, including a notable collaboration with the Canarian rapper Stereoman on a raw techno track.

His versatility is showcased in his ability to seamlessly blend genres like House, Techno, Hard & Psy Trance.

Beyond his work as a DJ and producer, Holt is deeply involved in cultural projects, aiming to merge electronic music with other art forms. Supported by government grants, he leads initiatives like "La Máquina del Temps," where electronic music intertwines with Andorra's scenic landscapes. His dedication to music education is evident in his trumpet studies at the Andorra la Vella Music Institute, with the goal of incorporating live instruments into his sets.

Holt's cultural impact extends beyond music, collaborating with renowned soloists and groups at festivals like Jambo Street ALV. Through his efforts, he aims to create unique and immersive experiences that resonate with audiences worldwide, further solidifying his position as a prominent figure in Andorra's cultural landscape.

Among the distinguished artists Holt has shared the stage with are: Abel Ramos, Adriana Lopez, Adriatique, Âme Live, Andres Campo, Antigone, Auriga, Baum, Bastian Bux, Ben Klock, Blaame, Bollman, Brenda Serna, Brian Cross, Brina Knauss, Carlos Agraz, Cassie Raptor, Cesar Almena, Citizen Kain, Cosmic Boys, Cristian Varela, Creeds, Dave Clarke, Dax J, Da Terror, Danny BPM, David Oleart, Deborah de Luca, Denis Horvat, Dixon, DJ Chumi, DK Brothers, Ellen Allien, Eczodia, Essan, Fakear, Fedde Legrand, Flug, Folamour, Flymeon, Frank Trax, Gaston Zani, I Hate Models, Ilario Alicante, Ion Pananides, Jennifer Cardini, Joanna Coelho, Josh Backer Music, Justin Mylo, Kölsch, Lily Palmer, Lexlay, Lola Bozzano Live, Maceo Plex, Marco Carola, Marsal Ventura, Martin Garrix, Miss Kittin, Mounique, Neiland, NTO Live, Nuke, Oscar Aguilera, Otta, Paco Osuna, Pablo Luque, Parsa Jafari, Patrice Baumel, Paul Kalkbrenner, Paul Ritch, Paula Cazenave, Perc, Pet Duo, Popof, Raul Ortiz, Raxon, Rhender, Ruben XXL, Sara Krin, Schädel, Shitake, Shlomo Tapioon, Space 92, Space 92 x Popof (Turbulences), Stephan Bodzin, Themba, Toni Varga, Tristan Da Cunha, Trikk, Twiga, Under The Moon, Uri Farre, Vitess Live, Wally Lopez, X&Trick, Xavi BCN, Xenia UA, Yves V, and many others.

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I was influenced from an early age by a CD called “CLUBBED” mixed by Judge Jules in 2002 which introduced me to the world of trance and techno. This sound is something I still believe is the true techno sound (hypnotic, loopy and groovy).

As I got older I listened to pretty much every sub-genre of EDM but nothing was as good as those early influences until I discovered hardstyle by the likes of Headhunterz, Showtek and Brennan Heart. They shaped my musical journey right thought high school and somewhat still to this day.

But as I’ve got older, I’ve realised I have less in common with the modern hardstyle sound and sadly, it’s not a genre I find much inspiration from anymore.

Now that I actually want to produce and DJ, I’m able to combine what I like from that genre as well as going back to the roots of techno. I find a lot of similarities between hypnotic techno, old school hardstyle, gabber and psychedelic trance (all genres that I absolutely adore).

I find myself conflicted about where I stand regarding the modern “hard techno”. On paper I should probably dislike it due to the mass commercialisation it has brought. But for someone like myself and the genres listed above, it is pretty much a dream come true for me to live in an era where it’s easy to find a rave now with such versatility.

I hope to create my own unique twist on these sounds and use my vast range of music I have acquired over the years, share that with you in my mixes, and then produce something new that also elicits that same magic!

My goals are to knuckle down and get equally good at both production and DJ. I think this should be the number one priority before even considering mixing in clubs etc.

Well, that’s a bit about what has influenced me - if this sounds like a journey you wish to join, follow me and find me on these various platforms below :P

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Techno label based in Athens, Greece, run by @jerm_oner.

Distributed by Triple Vision.

El Techno me apasiona desde niño. 🔊🔊🔝🔝👏🏻😆

V/A (Héctor Oaks • Obscure Shape • Endlec • Jerm) [ANA014]

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