Sent from a distant future on the brink of collapse, Bongo & Pusk are here to dissect modern rave culture and find the essence at its core. An alternative version of The Philosophers Stone, known to the children of tomorrow as The Ravers Rock. Without it, humankind is destined to a future deprived of kindness, tolerance and laughter. A future where people have no connection to each other, themselves or the planet they inhabit. Bound as slaves to the Hamster Wheel of Eternity.

Their mission started with wax, plastic and cracked code on old machines. Back in the late 90’s they were just teenagers with a shared passion for rave music, but turning 1’s and 0’s into vibrating air quickly became their focus. Now they operate from their studio in Copenhagen - an inter-dimensional vessel, where folding waves and time with a mix of classic analogues and modern digitals are their weapons of choice.

A keen sense for quality music and a symbiotic playing style has made them a mainstay on the Copenhagen and Berlin underground scene and insistingly pushing their sound performance forward sets them apart from your ordinary conveyor of electronic music. In constant search for that magic moment when the universe aligns and everything comes one, they have guested a multitude of clubs and festivals in Northern Europe and released on imprints like Sum Over Histories, Get Physical, Tonkind, Sofa Beats, Golden Gate Records and Compute Music.


After a recent studio rebuild, our protagonists are now looking deeper into modular sound design and a more performative approach to writing music. That and finishing a lot of works is setting up for much more to come.


So join the party - it’s a quest for a better tomorrow!


DROM : A playful session had created a groove, but it had no real direction or purpose so it stayed in the drawer for a while. Simultaneously we were exploring darker sonic territories and that unnerving feeling of having pushed things too far. Enter Juno-60 and a simple chord bending its way deep into our souls, and Drom was born. A celebration of the uglier side of rave culture and that ambiguous feeling of not being able to stop and enjoying it too.

PREMIERE - Bongo & Pusk - Drom (Original Mix)

This week on Topshelf we're blessed to have with us the constantly evolving, Tunisian born, Greece based, DJ & Producer Bouzidi.

Born in 1998, Bouzidi has already released over 40 tracks since his blistering debut 'Exams' in 2019 and has continued to develop his vibrant, minimalistic, slow step techno with every Single or EP thats followed.

Using his music as his expression and releasing constantly has led to a deep body of work, that has represented his moods through time, making the product naturally raw and emotive whilst never stagnating. 
His newest EP 'Geminis Mind' is an absolute corker, beautifully encapsulating his inspiration drawn from humans & nature with tracks like 'Male X Male', 'Bots' & 'Bref'.
With an elegantly enchanting mix that brilliantly demonstrates his unique sound here's Topshelf 083 with the incredibly talented Bouzidi. Enjoy

The Library LMD Presents Topshelf 083 w/ Bouzidi

One of the TAU family’s prodigious talents, Upercent, returns for a four-track expedition into the creative expanse of his brilliant mind. Upercent’s unique sound, blending organic with synthetic and unorthodox effects, has captivated dance floors around the world. 
Unsurprisingly, his ability to weave stirring melody and emotive storylines into his productions has led to releases with Innervisions, Kompakt and Watergate, as well as several outings with TAU. With Etapa Plena, Upercent further solidifies his distinct sound...

The EP opens with ‘Tranqui Tronco’, a nifty roller driven by dense percussion. A repeated vocal motif appears as the intro guides the listener into the first breakdown. Upercent’s use of unusual sounds and effects demonstrate his unmistakable sonic fingerprint, as the cut increases in vibrancy. Another breakdown raises the temperature even higher and the track rolls out with the same contagious, driving rhythm.

‘Nuquelar’ follows, with a deep tribal rhythm oscillating at its core. As we dive head first into this cut, hefty drums and a range of urgent chimes and instrumental licks add depth. Warped vocals are also looped into the fold, creating a cacophony of odd sounds as Upercent carefully builds the tension with a huge breakdown. The energetic release brings us back down to Earth with the persistent rumble of booming drums taking the track to its conclusion.

The penultimate cut is ‘Tempesta’, another dark and dense composition. Upercent’s talent for keeping it simple yet engaging, and just that little bit different, is evident here from the very start. This cut’s dramatic narrative keeps you locked in, as the percussion especially plays out a captivating story. A moment of peaceful reflection is injected at the midpoint, before we’re immersed in sonic theatrics once more. Moody drums and solemn bass giving this one its gloomy atmosphere.

Finally, ‘Ruta’ closes the EP with its insistent energy. In typical Upercent style, this cut develops in a considered manner with layers of sound building steadily, cultivating a sinister atmosphere. The voice of a maniacal character enters the fray halfway through, accentuating the unsettling vibes. An ominous tone pervades throughout, leaving the listener fully immersed in the dark side as the EP comes to an end...

@upercent

Digital/Stream

TAU046 | Upercent  - Tempesta

Beatport Pre-order

Magdalena - Globus [Snippet]

The multifaceted Various Artists by Buttress reaches its 12th edition. You will find four tracks that sound like a perfect mixture of party time music and more introspective songs.

Beatport

Lessovsky_Peace, Please

Shiver

Throwdowns

Originally from Odessa, Ukraine, Komilev has found a new home in Spain. With over ten years of experience as a DJ and head of a club art team, his performances and his unique sound bring emotions and enriches the soul of the people. In a short time he released his music on labels like Disco Halal, Watergate, Frau Blau and Engrave LTD, gainig the respect of the electronic music scene community. Komilev says The first thing that inspires me to create something new is my family, my children. I think this is the best thing I've done :) I'm also inspired by travel, new acquaintances, a random track that I can hear anywhere, ambient sounds, nature. Any little things that surround us can become a source of inspiration. It all depends on how you look at them.He makes his debut on Rebirth with the double A Side Real Life EP. The title track is a great vocal tune conceived 2 years ago, and meticulously worked up to the current version. Metamorphosis is a monster instrumental cut, with a sub-heavy bassline, piano chords and electronic sequences.

Komilev - Metamorphosis [Rebirth]

ST036 - ARCYDARO - 4C41 EP
Release Date - 06|10|2023
Digital | Stream - https://lnk.to/4C41

Digital Only
Mixdown by @placid.punch

Artwork by Götz Gramlich aka gggrafik design
„A constructed Nature of Authenticity“

Artist 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arcydaro/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arcydaro

Exit Strategy
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ST036 - ARCYDARO - New Live Dub

With HOLD ME STRONG, MOLYNN presents on MODUS VIVENDI RECORDS a journey brimming with emotion and progressive tension. A deep, solid groove underpins atmospheric pads, enveloping lines, and sonic details that build an intense narrative.
The combination of sensitive harmonies, solid bass, and meticulous progression makes HOLD ME STRONG a perfect tool for emotional transitions in a set, whether in clubs or more intimate sessions. MOLYNN delivers a modern, elegant, and functional track, designed for DJs seeking melody, depth, and impact in a single cut.

HOLD ME STRONG

Oliver Ton - THE WHUPP - Rene Bourgeois Remix

Meet Me In The Lobby 102

Electronic Music Label
Demos Via Instagram

Throwdowns

Acrylic On Canvas