Enero 2021 Techno tracks

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Making his debut on Drumcode in 2017 with his track ‘Fake’ featured on the A-Sides Vol 6 compilation, one of Brazil’s much loved exports Wehbba brings us his first full EP this February with ‘Eclipse’.

A no nonsense 4 track offering, and all thoroughly road tested by Adam, they have gained much support from longtime Drumcode fans. Eclipse, delivers a low end rumble along with a modulating synth line. Reigning high throughout the track, is the undeniably catchy and unique synth. Leaving this track one to be recognised on dancefloors all over the world.

‘Protocol’ doesn't turn down the pace, straight into a chugging hypnotic drive, this track leaks with attitude, along it’s eerie undertones.

Probably the most acid influenced track of the EP, ‘Glasswerk’ has a futuristic modular synth riff which thunders along a hypnotic bass line which flows nicely into ‘Framework’ to close out the EP. Its punchy and powerful kick sits alongside the cleverly crafted synth pattern, taking this track into a dark zone with a groovy element still resonant.

Wehbba - Protocol - Drumcode - DC185

Wehbba - Eclipse - Drumcode - DC185

The seventh volume of Drumcode’s annual A-Sides compilation hits with no less than 10 debuts for the label, with Charlotte de Witte, ANNA, B.Traits and Scuba’s SCB project, among the collection of topline artists to release their maiden productions on the imprint. 

Over two decades into its lifespan, Drumcode keeps evolving and excelling, pushing techno forward while remaining wholly respectful of its roots. This reputation for progression was further fueled this summer with its inaugural festival at the NDSM Docklands in Amsterdam, featuring a long list of heavyweights including Nicole Moudaber, Joseph Capriati, Amelie Lens and Ida Engberg, among others. 

As ever, the A-Sides compilation provides a timely opportunity to showcase the full range of its sonic repertoire, with Adam Beyer scrupulously selecting 22 unreleased tracks that have taken prime position in his sets over recent months. 

Outstanding all-round talent ANNA kicks off the compilation with ‘Portable Paradise’, a pulsating cut that sets the tone for the top-shelf club cuts to follow. Also entering the debut field with their first ever Drumcode dalliances are B.Traits and Charlotte de Witte. The esteemed Canadian selector offers up ‘I Feel The Music’, a euphonic track that’s been sought after since spring, and the Belgian ballista unlocks a thick-edged club bomb in ‘Remember.’

Leaders of Drumcode’s new brigade, exciting Brazilian Wehbba and British techno alchemist Boxia set out to impress. Wehbba’s straight-talking ‘Just’ hits with an immediate sense of urgency before neck-snap claps strike with force, and Boxia’s ‘Final Call’ elicits physical engagement with mellifluous vocals and soaring pads. 

Continuously looking to bolster the profiles of emerging talent, Berlin-based producers Weska and Juliet Fox are brought into the fold with equally engaging razor-sharp tracks that are primed to do lasting damage. 

Other notable highlights include an exhilarating workout from Reset Robot - the most released artist on Beyer’s imprint Truesoul – as he lands on Drumcode for the first time. And tastemaker’s favourite Jel Ford makes a welcome return as he ushers in techno rhythms with bustling breaks in ‘Nightshade.’

Elsewhere, support from label mainstays comes in from Bart Skils, who offers a work of consummate skill in ‘West Of The Moon.’ Alan Fitzpatrick, who’s been heavily featured across the A-Side series, joins forces with Scuba as he operates as his uncompromising alias SCB. The result is a propulsive floor-gripper that testifies to their masterful deftness as co-producers. Formidable duos Dense & Pika and Pig&Dan also contribute with powerful compositions.

Man With No Shadow - Manila - Drumcode - DC195

Pig&Dan - Pushing On - Drumcode - DC195

Secret Cinema & Reinier Zonneveld - Pain Thing - Drumcode - DC195

The 3rd EP is entitled "Timoshenko" and includes a Kuf remix of the aforementioned titled track. 

"Timoshenko" reflects a more personal affiliation to Vladw's roots and the corresponding tracks are effervescent with detail and maturity in execution. The drum programming is meticulous sense and their acoustic signatures are clean and dense. The claps and hi-hats are arranged perfectly to deliver optimum rhythm and seamless for DJ's in the mix. The cosmic bleeps and pulsating crisp drums of "Timoshenko" transport the mind into a vortex of deep hypnosis.
The assortment of sequenced bleeps, phased hypnotic sounds, and ambient pitch-bending notes in "Beria" are calibrated with precision. 
The retro hi-hat/kick-drum machine funk intro of the re-working of "Timoshenko" by Kuf is a distinctive and contrasting mesh on Vladw's interstellar original. Distorted off-beat rifts are swiftly added to the equation to create a tribal old-school minimalistic track. 
The pinnacle of the EP rests with the magical "Yezhov" that combines velocity and spirituality. Deep ritualistic and textured sounds are complemented by flowing and perfectly sequenced drums.

In conclusion, a project underpinned by historic impulses but brought to life by a vivid imagination and a clinic in drum programming and arrangement. 

Artwork by Rocio Bu
Mastered by Tema Mastering
Press notes by Covert Operative

Vladw - Timoshenko (Incl. Kuf remix) [VLADW003]

This fourth outing is managed by a young and talented artist from Londrina in Brazil. Solid grooves, high rhythmics and punchy drums perfectly represent this EP that will revitalize your mixes.

Here, Fourth release by Nicolas Vogler.
Support the Artist :
@nicolasvogler 
www.instagram.com/nicolasvoglertechno/

Genre: Electronic 
Style: Techno
 Catalogue: DR004
Release date : 22 October 2020
Mastered by Tema Mastering

Nicolas Vogler - Outrun [Artaphine Premiere]

Lost In Ether | P R E M I E R E | Phara - Great Attractor

taken from: Phara - Great Attractor [SOMA595]
release date: 9th Nov 2020

Belgian based Phara makes a huge debut on Soma with The Great Attractor EP. With his fast, raw and energetic sound, Phara’s ascent has been quick off the mark and this latest release has the young producer stretch himself farther with cleverly produced and exciting tracks. UK Techno don, Setaoc Mass backs up this already masterful EP, lending his own prowess to the title track.

Phara
FB: www.facebook.com/Pharafourfour
SC: https://soundcloud.com/phara-6
SOMA
FB: www.facebook.com/SomaRecords/
SC: https://soundcloud.com/soma

The Great Attractor EP (Inc Setaoc Mass Remix)

Lost In Ether | P R E M I E R E | Phara - Great Attractor [SOMA]

Tracklist:
A1- Elias the Prophet - Atiras (original mix)
A2- Elias the Prophet - Atiras (Exium remix)
B1- Elias the Prophet - Sinner
B2- Elias the Prophet - Pandemia

Release date: January 25th 2021: vinyl
                        February 08th 2021: digital

Buy link / preorder: 
https://prophecyrecs.bandcamp.com/album/elias-the-prophet-exium-atiras-ep-prophecy-03

Mastered by Koschitzky Mastering
Press & Distribution by Melting Pot Records

After the warmly welcomed of Altered Minds (various artist EP played by Dave Clarke, Ben Sims, Kessell, Matrixxman, Ellen Allien, Freddy K or The Lady Machine among many others), Prophecy returns with Atiras EP, a brand new release including 3 original tracks of pure & classy Techno produced by the label head honcho Elias The Prophet, and a dancefloor killer remix by the mighty duo Exium.
Atiras is an extremely special EP for Elias, as the main track is inspired in his daughter, born during the first lockdown.

Elias the Prophet - Atiras EP (remix by Exium) [Prophecy 03]

ASSUMPTION - ''IMPERIAL EP''
[OUT OF PLACE 011]

After a successful EP by SERA J, Out Of Place is steadily moving ahead with a new portion of four-track techno EPs. The 11th release is signed by a very talented Parisian, Assumption. 

In the studio or behind the decks, this young artist and Canticle Records owner is drawn to hypnotic harmonies and feels nested in mental and spiral overtones of the techno genre, showcasing it pretty much on all four ''Imperial EP'' tracks.

Vocals on "Imperial" and "Anxious" by brilliant Isabelle Chesnokov from Russia.

Tracks:

1.	Imperial
2.	Optical
3.	Anxious
4.	Tension

Bandcamp: 01.12.2020 // Beatport: 15.12.2020

Imperial

Premiere: Assumption - Imperial

Schimmer Records
Thomas Colin [LQD008]

Sublabel: Liquid One
Cat.Nr.: LQD008
Artist: Thomas Colin
Format: Digital
Artwork: Freyagerzphotography 
Mastering: DBR Lab
Releasedate: 05 Feb. 2021

Schimmer Records resident Thomas Colin makes his debut on the Liquid One series. With his unique style of producing this 4 Track EP includes some dreamy and groovy beats especially made for the club‘s dance floor.

Tracklist:
1. Thomas Colin - Oxygen
2. Thomas Colin - Signal
3. Thomas Colin - Third
4. Thomas Colin - Same As Me

Thomas Colin - Same As Me [Artaphine Premiere]

Audiovisual memories of last night
Techno orientated

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