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Renewed praise for Soichi Terada’s career also brings about well deserved reverence for his classic Ape Escape soundtracks, and with Ape Escape 1’s soundtrack getting its first release outside of Japan, Terada has given us a truly kaleidoscopic mix that leaves practically no sound or style untouched. An instant groove suddenly switches into metallic guitar shreds as Terada folds in countless left turns with bright, bubbly instrumentation just in the first few minutes. This super expressive, vibrant variety of synth funk, house, drum & bass, and more flies through dazzling sequences of techno-classical collisions, East Asian folk gabber, and brilliant yodelling and banjo twanging threaded into scrambling breakbeat rhythms.

"I am so happy to have this opportunity for a Bleep mix that was made from soundtracks of Ape Escape and Ape Escape 3. Let us be Apes listening to this mix!" - Soichi

Bleep Mix #296 - Soichi Terada

Intergalactic Gary has been one of our favorite DJs for many years, as his genre transcendence aligns perfectly with IT’s vision. This set was recorded in a very special circumstance, at Tresor 313, May 25, 2024 at the Tangent Gallery on Day 1 of Return to the Source. Originally scheduled for 2 hours, it naturally extended to almost 4 hours, which is the kind of thing that is possible at this party when just the right chemistry happens.

We had Intergalactic Gary on directly after the Model 500 live show in the Gallery, the room was already on fire. When he came on he totally captivated the room, the energy was palpable as he effortlessly went from all sorts of variants of techno and house and the raw essence of what makes them – from Italo disco to early Chicago and forms of electro, culminating in his effortless presentation of the timeless sublime jam “Amenity” by Link, a peak experience for everyone present. This kind of perspective on music is really elucidating and liberating, and made for one of the most memorable sets of the weekend – delivered by a true cult hero. 


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Under the Priori (@priori-ties) moniker, Québecois musician Francis Latreille has established himself as a crucial voice in underground techno — as a producer, DJ, and live artist. Across a sprawling discography that includes four full-length albums, several EPs, and a host of collaborative projects, he has crafted a sound that is richly textured and genre-defying.

Priori’s work spans the full spectrum of techno, from introspective and meditative passages to driving, dancefloor-oriented momentum. His productions blend elements of ambient, dub, IDM, and tech house, navigating fluidly between nature and technology with a signature sense of unresolved tension. Fractal-like rhythms, crystalline textures, and meticulous sound design define his sonic world — intricate, vibrant, and emotionally resonant.

Beyond his solo output, Priori is also an accomplished mixing engineer, having collaborated with artists such as james K, Bambii, Maara, Ex-Terrestrial, Roza Terenzi, and D.Tiffany. As a co-founder of both NAFF and Jump Source Studio, his influence continues to shape the contours of underground electronic music across Canada and Europe.

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Monty DJ returns with his third release of the year: Golden Bubbles. Offering two distinct takes on the same track, this release showcases the breadth of his sound. The Honey Version leans into a more melancholic, introspective mood, while the Warped Out Version delivers a sub-heavy, club-ready cut with meticulous build and tension. To top it off, Hodge steps in with a relentless roller of a remix, pushing the energy levels even higher.

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Japan’s Sakura Tsuruta appears for the first time on Will Hofbauer’s Third Place with the ‘What Are You Drinking?’ EP, landing 26th September 2025.

"The question, "what are you drinking?" for me is a soft invitation - something I find myself asking when the bass is thumping, and I’m feeling a little social. It’s a way to start a conversation, to learn something about the person standing next to you in the crowd, to feel connected in a space where words are usually second to sound. This EP is a toast to that moment - the buzz, the curiosity, the clinking glasses, and spontaneous laughter. A sonic nightcap for the dance floor." - Sakura Tsuruta

Sakura Tsuruta is a Tokyo-based artist who mixes up dreamy melodies with potent, experimental grooves. Her 2019 debut on Bardo Records broke into Beatport’s Top 100, and since then, she has dropped her acclaimed ‘Made of Air’ EP and two well-received full-lengths on Mule Musiq and all my thoughts. Tsuruta is also an educator who works with international universities and conservatories and an activist who champions gender equality and nurtures young artists globally.
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releases September 26, 2025

Mastered by Rupert Clervaux

Artwork by echocatcher (Neubae Studio)

Sakura Tsuruta - Euphorique [TPDD013]

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| LIVE FROM HIGH NOTE | w/ DJ Earl Grey

NES08 <3

Out in September 2025 <3

Love to N and SAFE <3

Look to https://safedist.ro/ as well as your local dealer(s?) for a copy <3

Keeping it rolling, so stay tuned <3

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