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January’s come and gone, and we spent it the way we always do—digging for music that stuck with us, the kind that kept playing in the background while we worked, talked, or just spaced out. Edward kicked off the year strong with a new one on Kalahari Oyster Cult. Vardae and BLNDR linked up for some high-energy action on Non Series, while Luigi Tozzi and Feral went deep into the spiral. Dino Sabatini brought fresh hypnotic grooves on Outis Music, and Mike Parker and Samurai tapped into the deeper corners of the d&b world. 

Lemna dropped a self-released trilogy that moves through ambient, techno, and everything in between, while Aurora Mistica Records marked their first year with a 30-track compilation. Kagami Smile soaked “Lifeless” in warm analog textures for Opal Tapes, and both Multicast Dynamics and usof put out introspective albums on A Walking Distraction and Theory Therapy.

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Favorite Releases from January 2025

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Puzzles Vol I

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Arkaik - Ominous

Italian electronic outlet Outis Music lines up a next EP by label curator Dino Sabatini. After a three year break for the label it's Sabatini himself who presents four fresh tracks of his immersive techno magic. Outis is known for their hypnotic, dark yet sensual presentation of deep techno and has a stellar catalogue featuring many of Italian’s greatest producers in this genre. But it’s always special when the label originator Sabatini steps up for a solo EP and so this is nothing less. It’s a wide presentation of what Sabatini is capable of, from the airy atmospheres of ‘Peuceus’ to the hypnotic bleeps of ‘Dryalus’. On ‘Perimedes’ the fierce kick drums create a banging highlight with ‘Antimache’ bringing us back down to the iconic and well loved Sabatini swamp grooves.

Pre-sales available on Bandcamp.
Release date: 24/01/2025

Tiryns

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Preview 12" [Outis014] Dino Sabatini - Tiryns EP

Samuel van Dijk steps forward as Multicast Dynamics to present his next full length of mesmerising deepness on A Walking Contradiction. As ever, when van Dijk puts on his Multicast Dynamics disguise, he abducts his listeners to places where breathtaking soundscapes and pitch black ambience take over. When you are in these imaginary places he creates a compelling story that is both exhilarating and soothing at the same time.

Soundtrack for Something That Does Not Exist is nothing less. It's a journey across dark scapes and icy glitches, richly detailed with topnotch sound design that creates a spacious flow throughout. The subtle rhythms that appear once in a while show some overlap with recent VC-118A productions, which makes this a very complete piece of work that shows the excellence of a producer that never stops improving himself.

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Kagami Smile - Lifeless

1. Light Cauldron 07:21
2. Lifeless 07:54
3. Tears of the Sunset 06:54
4. Seeds of a Pearl 05:50
5. Tears of a Rose 08:16
6. Shine of a Star 09:51
7. Memories of the Pearl Sunset 06:18

Released Jan 24th 2025
CD / Digital


Kagami Smile - Lifeless

Vardae and BLNDR combine for the next split release on non series. 4 excellent deep, techno incursions.


Vardae / BLNDR - Alhambra / Nova [non064]

Artist/Title: V/A / "ONE YEAR"
Catalogue No.: AMR007
Format: Digital
releases January 29, 2025 (Bandcamp):
https://auroramisticarecords.bandcamp.com/album/amr007-one-year
Artwork & Mastering by José Diogo Correia (Portugal 2024)

Music by https://soundcloud.com/absismusic, https://soundcloud.com/adhemarmusic, https://soundcloud.com/alexskyspirit, https://soundcloud.com/michalgutkowski, https://soundcloud.com/artifvctmusic, https://soundcloud.com/assimilated1, https://soundcloud.com/atlas-724654794, https://soundcloud.com/ketto-profen, https://soundcloud.com/diagramofficial, https://soundcloud.com/federicocorrado, https://soundcloud.com/fog_catcher, https://soundcloud.com/fookyue, https://soundcloud.com/ilohmusic, https://soundcloud.com/jafadancontact, https://soundcloud.com/kalumet, https://soundcloud.com/katodevidts, https://soundcloud.com/kirilovsky, https://soundcloud.com/martinallin, https://soundcloud.com/edte-1, https://soundcloud.com/re_axis, https://soundcloud.com/revenantoff, https://soundcloud.com/samwilsondosis, https://soundcloud.com/sepian, https://soundcloud.com/smoleymusic, https://soundcloud.com/musictaru, https://soundcloud.com/toruszafar, https://soundcloud.com/tsott, https://soundcloud.com/urlcst, https://soundcloud.com/morphvan1, https://soundcloud.com/vandmusic and https://soundcloud.com/vanoni.

"As we mark the first year of Aurora Mística, we are thrilled to present this special compilation—a heartfelt tribute to the journey we’ve embarked on together. This collection brings the deepest and immersive realms of the music that define our identity. Over the past year, our label has been a space for sonic exploration, innovation, and connection. We’ve had the privilege of collaborating with exceptional artists who share our vision for pushing the boundaries of sound. Each track in this compilation is a testament to their creativity and dedication, reflecting the essence of the music we love. We extend our deepest gratitude to every artist who has contributed to this milestone. Your talent and passion have shaped the foundation of our label and inspired listeners around the world. To our supporters, listeners, and everyone who has been part of this journey—thank you for believing in our vision and for making this celebration possible. Here’s to the past year of soundscapes and to the infinite possibilities that lie ahead. Let this compilation be both a reflection and an invitation—a space where time dissolves and music speaks."

AMR007 V/A - ONE YEAR of Aurora Mística [preview]

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Samurai Breaks & Dyrekt - Defcon Wot

Out now: http://www.surus.co.uk/Exit-Records/Fractured-17535.aspx

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