As If. No Mixtapes!

We welcome back our As If. No Mixtapes! series with an intricate and eclectic mix from Nanzhen Yang, that takes you though an alternative version of Nanzhen's Beijing, blending together her own production and East Asian and South Asian producers with a  mix of audio from Chinese films and other mediums. 

Interview and Tracklist at https://www.asifnoway.com/as-if-no-mixtapes-interview-vol-9-nanzhen-yang

As If. No Mixtapes! Vol. 8: Nanzhen Yang

Live recording @ the Future Intel headquarters in The Hague. Streaming live on Youtube and futureintelradio.com.

Birds ╚═ Future Intel ═╗ 20 02 2025

Per Amžius Ambient @ Radio Vilnius 04.24 w/ Marijus Klimaitis & Nic Arizona

1part Marijus Klimaitis
2part Nic Arizona

Per Amžius Ambient 04.24 w/ Marijus Klimaitis & Nic Arizona

Welcome to episode #112 - Pattrn

Sonic experiments derived from syncopated rhythms, intricately crafted ambiences, and patiently evolving textures, Pattrn’s work as a producer is rooted to the perception of time and space. Playing violin since the age of four and later on majoring in both acousmatic music composition and sound engineering, Pattrn’s precision is the fruit of a lifelong dedication to music of all forms, from creation in itself or through his implications in Brussels’ scene. 

Beyond the years of technical know-how and self improvement in production, DJing, and live sets,  Brice Deloose aka Pattrn has been an active member of the local scene for quite some time. Co-creator of FTRSND, Brussels By Night Federation, @initiate_concept , as well as having been the artistic director of @fuse-club , Pattrn has spent much of his time promoting local artists and collectives to push forward Brussels' underground. 

Having shared the decks with the likes of @luke-slater , @luigitozzi , @claudioprc , @kangding-ray , @svrecaofficial , and many more, Pattrn uses his sets to impose his world of seamless hypnotic music to lure passionates for always one last dance.

Enjoy!

Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/pattrn_dj
Bandcamp: https://initiaterecords.bandcamp.com/album/chiaro-oscuro-by-skimir
RA: https://it.ra.co/dj/pattrn
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pattrnmusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pattrn_music/

E.M.C. atmospheres #112 - Pattrn

~ Deep Breakfast 311 by https://soundcloud.com/hame-compathy ~

We are pleased to introduce the new Deep Breakfast mix curated by Hame. Based in Amsterdam, Hame is a talented producer, DJ, and founder of the record label and event concept @pintai. His musical work explores the intersection of energy and emotion, carefully crafting moments of unity on the dance floor. This mix showcases Hame’s unique talent for blending vibrant energy with heartfelt expression, making it a truly compelling addition to your listening experience. He approaches this set much like movie soundtrack, crafting a narrative with different chapters that, while distinct, come together seamlessly to create a captivating and immersive journey.

"The set ends with a track I made, built around words by Teig Sadhana about the vulnerability of men. It’s a subject that comes up often in my work as an applied psychologist, especially in conversations with boys and young men. Some carry unspoken thoughts - like feeling content with the idea of becoming a stay-at-home dad, or not pursuing traditional career ambitions. Sometimes about smaller subjects, like asking for help. Many describe pressure from society, or a lack of support from peers, when it comes to embracing less conventional paths.

I believe there’s a lot to gain, as a society, if men feel freer to speak about these thoughts. If being loved and respected is tied in the mind to career success, self-reliance and emotional toughness, it becomes difficult to let go of that framework. Historically, this mindset has been rewarded with status and security - but that doesn’t mean it’s something healthy for everyone to continue striving for.

We’re often comfortable talking about ambition, strength, and problem-solving - traits we’ve learned to view as charismatic or positive. But many of us were never taught how to speak openly about things that might be seen as weak or uncertain.

And yet, isn’t it one of the braver things - to show vulnerability in the face of discomfort or fear? Toughness can serve many purposes, but I think a more open and compassionate attitude among men toward vulnerability can help us become less protective of what’s been built in the world and in our minds, creating more space for everyone in society."

Tracklist:
1. S.A.M. - How Far From The Sun Are We Talking?
2. Terre Thaemlitz - Installation Soundtrack To "Distribution Power - Tower"
3. Torus - Like The Night
4. Terre Thaemlitz - Liebesmachine
5. Hame - Eve
6. Kareem Lofty - fr3sh
7. Timewriter - The Soul Redrive
8. Mary Lattimore - Jimmy V
9. Bod [包家巷] - Coda Of The Freelance AV Technician
10. Lokey - Inverse
11. Pango - Helio
12. Time Is Away - Turn On Arabic Radio Oscura
13. nthng - Atom
14. The Timewriter - Jesus
15. TREN - micro-story
16. Croatian Amor & Scandinavian Star - Compass
17. Hame - Be A Man (words by Teig Sadhana)

Photo by Karolina Pomorska

Hame
https://linktr.ee/hame.compathy

Deep Breakfast Series
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Deep Breakfast 311 ~ Hame

Bleaching Agent 05/07/25

Let’s go out with a bang for this last transmission of the season. As my services are requested elsewhere for this show, I have dug up a special treat. Recorded at exactly the same time last year @ Point FMR, this set from the Supercamp Off literally blew the roof offf. However, let’s say it was just a warm-up to something special that happened in the same place a few weeks ago, which will be shared with you soon. Play it loud and don’t forget to tune back into The Other Side after the summer!



The Other Side 94, Lyl Radio 08/07/2025 (recorded live @Supercamp Off, Point FMR 20/07/24)

For those drawn to ambient terrains, the name Francesco Piunti will likely already be familiar. Our first encounter with his mixes came some years ago - emerging through the well known Campfire Stories on Silent Season, then later well crafted excursions thru the likes of Oslated, Delayed, Deep Electronics, and Moon Garden Records not to forget his tireless work in hosting the Deep Breakfast Series (https://soundcloud.com/deepbreakfastseries)

In response to MB’s recent 314 mix https://soundcloud.com/deepbreakfastseries/314-m-baumann, Francesco has returned serve with a contemplative two-hour drift - tracing ambient space, dub techno, with a delicate dusting of float house.  A thoughtful transmission from a selector deeply connected to his craft.

Dig further here:
https://soundcloud.com/francescopiunti
https://soundcloud.com/francescopiunti/sets/mixes
https://soundcloud.com/deepbreakfastseries

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Primary [colours] Mix Series #56 - Francesco Piunti

Darth Vicious es el aka tras el que se esconde Óscar Villares, autóctono del Órbigo. Tras explorar durante años diversos estilos musicales con este seudónimo, encuentra finalmente su sitio fusionando EBM, Industrial, Techno y un toque de Post Punk con una fuerza arrolladora, pero sin olvidarse de la elegancia que le caracteriza.
Óscar ha desarrollado en su formación como ingeniero industrial la misma precisión que ahora aplica en sus sets y su música, profundamente influenciada por sellos como Persephonic Sirens, Detriti, Bombtrap o Soil Records entre otros,combina potencia y atmósferas densas, creando experiencias que trasportan al oyente al lugar de origen del artista: una estepa arcillosa con un fondo industrial perfilado por La Azucarera de Veguellina.
Darth Vicious promete momentos intensos pero refinados, donde la contundencia
del ritmo se une a la sofisticación.


Swingrebelcast#43 - (Mixed by Darth Vicious) - 10 Years of Swing Rebels

For Mix 23 we welcome the talented Ebende, a DJ and producer from Sweden. His unique sound fuses bass-driven beats with immersive, hazy atmospheres and soundscapes. Raised in a musical family, his early exposure to a wide range of sounds shaped his intuitive understanding of melody, rhythm, and texture. His passion for making music quickly developed, and he found his voice in blending the familiar with the abstract. He has released on Aniara Recordings, All My Thoughts, ARKAJO & DSSPR to name a few as well as several self-released records that reflect his restless creativity.Ever since his fresh release on Aniara Records and witnessing his incredible late afternoon set at Above Below festival in 2024 I had to have him join the Cozi community! His style is effortlessly groovy which is so surprise in this mix where he creates a flow and energy like no other.... 

Cozi Questions......

1. How and why did you get into producing / dj’ing?
Initially I’d say my dad got me into producing since he introduced me to logic & garage band when I was 5-6 years old so I’ve been playing around with it for a very long time. I’ve been into electronic music for a long time too but what really got me into weirder, more underground dance music was going to raves and open airs around Gothenburg as a teenager which inspired me to start producing that type of music. It then felt natural to start DJing aswell.

2. Who, What/where was your most coziest gig you've been to or experienced and why?
Definitely my first ever gig at Øen in Copenhagen in 2017. It’s a super small & cozy venue. The people & vibe was something else, I had such a great time playing there.
 
3. Do you consider yourself an introvert or extrovert in the scene?
Definitely an introvert haha. Although I love connecting with people through music I find it very draining to be social, so networking is a huge challenge for me. I prefer to stay at home and just make music in solitude which is what I do most of the time. I really have to make an effort to not isolate too much.


4. If you had to choose 1 track to vibe out too forever, what would it be?
Boards of Canada - Seven Forty Seven.

5. What is your routine when preparing for a gig / production/writing session? Do you have any special remedies/ mental/physical prep/ places to go to? :)
I’m always trying to find new stuff to play, then I just play around in rekordbox for a bit to see what works and what I can do with what I have but I never plan out exactly what I’m gonna play. When it comes to production I just try to play around with some sounds every day. When I’m stuck working on a track & need inspiration I go for long walks around Gothenburg, I get a lot of inspiration from the atmosphere & nature here.

Cozi x


CoziMix 23 : Ebende

find it on Bandcamp 
https://freybenedikt.bandcamp.com/album/trips

TRIPS

09 Benedikt Frey - YOUR K-Hole MY Soundtrack

As the first in our As If. No Mixtapes! feature we have an exclusive mix and interview from the appropriately named: Discrepant; A label championing form without genre constraints and challenging our preconceived notions of style. The mix was recorded live using two turntables, a mixer and a tape walkman and showcases the extent Discrepant's eclecticism as a label and concept.

Interview: https://www.asifnoway.com/blog/music/labels/as-if-no-mixtapes-vol-1-discrepant/

Tracklist:
Kink Gong - Khosa (Sheep) (from Xinjiang LP)
Rizan Said - The Man That Toured the World (from the King of Keyboard LP)
Carlos Casas - Triune God (from Pyramid of Skulls 2xLP)
Gonzo & Luar Domatrix - Ja Nem Gritam No Calvario (from Antologia de Musica Atípica Portuguesa LP)
Ariha Brass Quartet - Gemmayzeh Drinks (from Ariha Brass Quartet LP)
Porest - Flimsy Tomb (from Flimsy Tomb tape)
Cédric Stevens - Siam Electric Skyline (Sylvain Chaveau Remix) (from The Syncopated Elevators Legacy 2xLP)
Andy Moor & Yannis Kirikiades - Minores (from Rebetika LP)
El Mahdy Jr. - B side excerpt ( from Ghost Tapes LP)
Gonzo - SE Noises (from SE Asian Noises Tape)
Meridian Brothers - Me Llaman Cumbiambera Adolorida (from El Advenimiento del Castillo Mujer LP)
Chupame El Dedo - Josefina    (from Chupame El Dedo LP/tape)
Ubek - Conterfeit Worlds (from Ubek tape)
Old Komm - Sky Scrap (from Disquiet LP)
Malayeen - Matar (from Malayeen LP)
The Dead Mauriacs - Les Bagnoires du Mocambo / Tidoulidouli - Insolence Latine (from Cocktail pour la Fin des Temps tape)
Luar Domatrix - Non Glance II (from Non Glance Tape)
Kink Gong - Amnashidam (from Tanzania LP)
Visions Congo - The Hoima Witch and the Songye Mask (from Mulago Sound studio LP)
Tiago Morais Morgado - Laurindinha (from Antologia de Musica Atípica Portuguesa LP)
Bosaina - A Hundred Other Longings (from Two Names Upon a Shore LP)
Mike Cooper - Te Lapa-Phosphorus (from New Kiribati LP)
Yannick Dauby - b side excerpt (from 咾咕厝  ló-kó-chhù - Penghu Experimental Sound Studio Vol.2) 
Old Komm - St Kenelm’s Dream

Discrepant Sampler 2017

As If. No Mixtapes! Vol. 1: Discrepant

"The mix is based around my favourite singers and my favourite uses of the human voice. " - Thomas Ragsdale

Interview:  https://www.asifnoway.com/blog/as-if-no-mixtapes/as-if-no-mixtapes-vol-2-thomas-ragsdale

Tracklist:
1 - As I Roved Out - Sam Amidon
2 - Dust - Alex Smoke
3 - Dive Into The Grave - Shackleton & Vengeance Tenfold
4 - Winter Circle - Balmorhea
5 - Please Help Me - Underworld
6 - The Fall - The Haxan Cloak
7 - Pray - The Bug vs Earth
8 - Amber Road - Cloud Boat    
9 - William Burroughs on witchcraft
10 - Visitant - Bastions 
11 - Summa (Credo) - Arvo Pärt
12 - Onde Børn - Myrkur feat. The Norwegian Girl's Choir
13 - The Host Of Seraphim (Ghosting Season Edit) - Dead Can Dance
14 - Thomasin & Black Phillip
15 - Slow Match - Moderat
16 - Ambush - Flowdan
17 - Never Give Up On A Mood Swing - Cassy
18 - Cruel Bloom - Converge
19 - The Black Plague - The Animals
20 - … - worriedaboutsatan

As If. No Mixtapes! Vol. 2: Thomas Ragsdale

For As if. No Mixtape! Vol. 3 we approached Antwerp based producer and label owner Niels Geybels of Audio Visuals Atmosphere. Having independently released Cassettes and digital ep's/lps for the past 2 years, with their first vinyl out just recently, AVA explore an array of experimental electronica that instantly became a favourite of ours as As If. 

Interview: https://www.asifnoway.com/blog/as-if-no-mixtape-vol-3-audio-visuals-atmosphere/

Tracklist:
Tourist Gaze - To Grow Across Meetings I (Audio. Visuals. Atmosphere.)
Sofia Ozdravovna - Housewife At The End Of The World (Audio. Visuals. Atmosphere.)
Alocasia Garden - A Double Life (Holy Geometry)
Thorsten Soltau & Max Kuiper - Animi Sub Volpe Latentes I (Chondritic Sound)
Tereshkova - Memento (Never Anything Records)
Anji Cheung - Dharani (Strange Rules)
Woodbender - One Foggy Morning We Arise To Rediscover Our Own Image (Audio. Visuals. Atmosphere.)
FACE. V || R H G T - Consonantal | Sonorant Part Two [cut] (Audio. Visuals. Atmosphere.)
Head Dress - Forsythia (Entertainment Systems)

As If. No Mixtapes! Vol. 3 : Audio Visuals Atmosphere

Volume 4 of our As If. No Mixtapes! series we sought out KP Transmission. Her exploration of a wide range of genres is unique. With viscerally provocative dark, unusual soundscapes, paired with unsettling rhythms and experimental bass, she relinquishes her inner punk, which she also lets out through her band Fanny Kaplan. Independently releasing a vast array of tracks via her Soundcloud and Bandcamp pages, along with limited cassettes, vinyl, and digital releases via Klammlang Tapes, Nanzlo Records and Ciel Blue et Petis Oiseax Records, KP Transmission captures the rawness of experimental music, in a confident manner that creates what we could call her own sub genres.

Interview: https://www.asifnoway.com/blog/as-if-no-mixtapes-vol-4-kp-transmission/ 

Tracklist:
Throbbing Gristle - PreMature
Dominion - Semi-Divergence
Dark Arts - House Of Mirrors
Swell Maps - Robot Factory
Savant - Using Words
Pavel Fajt & Meneses - Rosy Rolls 
Pavel Fajt & Meneses - My Boy
The Misz - The First Time I Played Sax
Dome - Ar-Gu
Slava Ranko - Post Trauma
Ultra - B1. Aff

As If. No Mixtapes! Vol. 4 : KP Transmission

For Vol. 5 we have @Graintable, who recently released his debut LP Herons via @RansomNoteRecords late April. 
Interview: https://www.asifnoway.com/blog/as-if-no-mixtapes/as-if-no-mixtapes-vol-5-graintable/

As If. No Mixtapes! Vol. 8: Nanzhen Yang

AS IF NO WAY

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