LP, EP, Single & Remix Releases

KHAVA06

Khazad Records are proud to present the sixth instalment of our annual Various Artists compilation series.

We have once again brought together an amazing collection of young and exciting talent from around the globe, including Khazad regulars and new members of the tribe, who all share our vision for the future development of underground techno.

For this instalment we are supplying 15 gritty, driving and powerful tracks from artist who evoke the true essence of our signature groove focussed and industrial sound.

INDUSTRIAL GROOVE IN YOUR NOSTRILS

Mastering: Mickey Nox

Balrog & DEBBIE IT - Body Work (Original Mix) [KHAVA06]

1. Balrog - Phunk Block [HYDRO176]

2. Balrog - Phunk Block (Raw Sewage Tool Mix) [HYDRO176]

3. Balrog - Black Mould [HYDRO176]

[COM031] Lindsey Herbert - Cosmic Interference (Balrog's 303 Interference Mix)

KHA022

For KHA022, label chief Balrog is back with a brand new EP featuring three original tracks and a remix from Milo Spykers.

With the Subjective Representation EP, Balrog has channelled frustrations and observations around the current political spectrum in to three blistering tracks full of distorted aggression.

With each of these tracks Balrog has sought to focus on creating consistent energy and staying true to his sound. Repetitive yet developing grooves, rolling percussive elements and, stabbing vocal lines intertwined around throbbing low ends, demonstrate clearly the signature sound and style Balrog has become known for.

Also on this EP is a sensational remix from Milo Spykers. Having recently been a part of KHAVA06, we are thrilled to welcome him back to the label.

Milo's reimagining of Subjective Representation focusses on emphasising rolling percussion and dark synthesis all wrapped around a dense powerful kick. It lends itself perfectly to the release and is sure to become a favourite among the Khazad faithful.

INDUSTRIAL GROOVE IN YOUR NOSTRILS

Mastering: Micky Nox

Balrog - Subjective Representation (Original Mix) [KHA022]

Balrog - Fall From Grace (Original Mix) [KHA022]

Balrog - Reset The System (Original Mix) [KHA022]

Title: Against Everything (Balrog Remix) 
Artist: Main Artist: Claas Herrmann Remixer: Balrog 
Album: Grim EP 

Catalogue No.: OXIDEP03
Label: OXID Records
Full Release Date: 06 January 2025
Format: digital
Mastering: E.B Mastering
Artwork: Jaszaloth

Tracklist:
1. Claas Herrmann - 01 Grim
2.Claas Herrmann -  02 Strangers
3. Claas Herrmann - 03 Against Everything
4. Claas Herrmann -  04 Against Everything (Balrog Remix) 

Artist Instagram: 
Claas Herrmann: https://www.instagram.com/claasherrmann/ 
Balrog: https://www.instagram.com/balrog_kha/

Artist Soundcloud: 
Claas: https://soundcloud.com/claasherrmannhh=
Balrog: https://soundcloud.com/balrogtechno

Label Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oxid.records/
Label Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/oxid-records

EP Link (Available from 06th January 2025): https://oxidrecords.bandcamp.com/album/grim-ep-incl-balrog-remix-oxidep03

Premiere: Claas Herrmann - Against Everything (Balrog Remix) [OXIDEP03]

Grace - Not Over Yet (Balrog's Warehouse Re-Edit) [RAW]

Balrog - The Hip Hop Madonna [Player]

Balrog - The Hook Up [Player]

Balrog - Match Report at the Pleasure Beach [Player]

Balrog - The Cyber Melody

Bandcamp

Balrog - Penetration (DP Drum Tool) [ANU003]

Balrog - Deception (Original Mix) [ANU003]

Balrog - Penetration (Original Mix) [ANU003]

Balrog - Oblique (Original Mix) [ANU003]

Balrog - Envelopment (Original Mix) [ANU003]

It’s not often you get the opportunity to remix one if your favourite tracks. The Player 12 release has always had a special place in my heart and is one of my most prized records. It was an absolute honour to remix the A1 track in particular and give it the Balrog treatment.

Player 012 A1 (Balrog's Only a Few Understand Remix) [PLAYER]

Upcoming Dates (2025):
08/02 - Hi-Tech @ Beaverworks, Leeds
28/02 - Siah @ Bunker Club - Turin, Italy
11/04 - Northern Groove Association @ Mintwarehouse, Leeds
03/05 - Mint Festival, Leeds (Disco & House Set)
09/05 - Interuption, Dublin
10/05 - Twistd @ Lavery's, Belfast
30/05 - Poznan, Poland
20-23/06 - Collide Festival, Bristol
26/07 - TBC, Poland 
08/08 - Noctivus, Cardiff
09/08 - Techno Gathering @ Freedom Mills, Leeds
22/08 - Void Disco, London
05/09 - Northern Groove Association @ Eastern Bloc., Manchester
04/10 - Hi-Tech @ Beaverworks, Leeds
18/10 - Manchester, Stage & Radio
29/11 - London, Pinhole @ Low Profile Studios
12/12 - Manchester, Mechano @ Six Trees
28/12 - Manchester, Khazad Records Showcase @ The Bag Factory

The Industrial Groove Association…

Hailing from Leeds in the north of the UK, Balrog (Alex) is an artist whose style focuses on heavy rolling drums, driving bass lines, and distorted vocals. His tracks take influence from classic funky and groove focussed techno but with a fresh injection of modern industrial power. Focussing on this signature sound of industrial groove techno has seen him release on labels including Soma, Ear To Ground, Hydraulix, Crisis Of Man, Player, NAKT, Instruments Of Discipline, Moments In Time and Green Fetish.

The industrial groove sound also characterises Balrog’s high-energy DJ sets which have seen him headline events in cities such as New York, Berlin, London, Leeds, Manchester, Budapest, Glasgow, and more.

Balrog also runs his own record label, Khazad Records, which releases music from the very best industrial groove and hard techno talent around.

In addition to his Balrog alias, Alex also also plays and produces under, The Groovemeister General, focussing exclusively on moulding together deep, funky and grooving house and techno records. 

UK & International Bookings: ali@siahmusic.com

LP, EP, Single & Remix Releases

Balrog (AKA. The Groovemeister General)