Techno...

Following on from the summer’s mischievous double header, ‘Octopuss / Karter Bachnabel’ (Figure 47), the two techno institutions that are Len Faki and Johannes Heil are back. If ‘Volume I’ reflected an upbeat, festival-friendly summer vibe, then ‘Volume II’ welcomes us indoors to the winter season, with two darker, straighter and more paranoid weapons. 


Both ‘Dirty’ and ‘Maniac’ continue the strong blueprint of the first EP, with the producer’s trademark rolling bass and intense arrangements making them perfectly-honed for the big floors.

‘Dirty’ takes an old school, intense party-techno vibe with a grinding organ hook leading us into the heart of the beast. Taking the best of 90s techno’s slamming drums -crisp claps and searing hi-hats - combined with the two producer’s top class production, its quite a handful.

No less effective is ‘Maniac’, a more introspective workout that fuses a pumping, warehouse vibe with submerged, filtering synth play. At once psychedelic, yet funky and timeless, it snakes and stalks its way through 7 minutes of classy reductionism. Simply masterful techno from two of it’s key contributors.


Maniac SNIPPET

An established veteran in the world of sci-fi techno, the Swedish-born, Berlin-based Staffan
Linzatti arrives on From Another Star with a long legacy of accomplishments behind him. A trio of albums on Axis, Field Records, and Modularz, plus singles reaching back to the mid-2000s on respected sources like Stockholm LTD, Synewave, and many others places Linzatti in a rarefied realm of producers strongly dedicated to this particular style. ‘Journey Out’ launches the EP with a tone-setting trip towards the stars, a steady sequence pushing outwards while zaps and mysterious cosmic radiation suggest ominous events approaching. A tentative arrival at ‘Line Base’ establishes an orbit, the kick circling woozy accents in the bass and set against layers of drifting ambience and static. A rhythmic experiment named after its meter, ‘Seven’ emphasizes its asymmetry with heavily reverberated, insistent percussion, a forward, lopsided bass figure, and shuffling drums underlaid by uneasy drones. ‘Those Hands’ employs a marimba-like melody at its center surrounded by an array of alien sounds and set to a steady four beat pulse with shifting accents. With slowly pulsing bass, intermittent bleeps, and a sweeping, hollowed out, sustained synthesizer invading its middle, ‘Drawn Towards the Center’ is all details, occasional tinkling hits suggesting motion in a nebulous drift. ‘Infinites’ reaches even further out, this time with added propulsion, decaying melodies, and dramatic pad intrusions, sure signs that Linzatti’s infinite explorations continue unabated. 

Staffan Linzatti - Far Field

1. Journey Out
2. Line Base
3. Seven
4. Those Hands
5. Drawn Towards The Center
6. Infinites

Written and produced by Staffan Linzatti
Mastered by Troels B-Knudsen

Release date: August 1st 2025
Pre-order now at: fromanotherstar.bandcamp.com/music

Staffan Linzatti - Far Field (Audio Previews)

Label: Illegal Alien Records
Artist(s): Jala, JØHRN
Remixer(s): N/A
Album/Single: From Other Lands: V
Track(s): Cycling Patterns, Spectral Shift, VSD, Conspirations, Furiosa, Last NIght There
Genre: Techno
Format: Digital WAV/MP3
Catalogue Number: IAFOL005
Artwork by Rommulo
Release Date: September 1st of 2025

From Other Lands split EP series edition number five belongs to Jala and JØHRN.

IAFOL005 - From Other Lands: V w/ Jala | JØHRN

Set the Mood with Creznight!

This 63rd edition of Set the Mood captures the essence of how Creznight first fell in love with techno. When he stepped into a club for the very first time, the room was still empty, but he was instantly hooked. The music wasn’t heavy yet, but it was beautiful. There was space between the sounds, carried by deep, rolling basslines. Even though it was loud, it didn’t feel harsh. The smoke filled the air, and the atmosphere was mysterious, with pads and subtle strings adding melody in the background. The bass felt warm, almost like it was breathing with the room. For Creznight, it was a spiritual feeling.

To him, that’s the essence of an opening set. It should feel calm but alive, full of variety without being overwhelming. It’s about building slowly, guiding the energy step by step, always one move ahead of the crowd. In his opinion, the hardest, and most important, slot of the night is the opener. Without a strong opener, the vibe can be ruined before it even begins. He compares it to waking up fully stressed—you spend the whole day recovering.

That’s why Creznight believes an opening set should have a sense of predictability and flow, but never fall into monotony. It should explore deeper sounds, with enough variety to keep the room engaged and gradually evolve into something more danceable for the next DJ. In this mix, he has leaned into that deeper side, creating a warm, rolling journey that starts subtle and builds into movement.

As the owner of Oefenmeesters, one of our own, Creznight carries that same vision into his wider work: creating spaces, sets, and experiences that inspire growth, connection, and flow.

Enjoy the ride.

Soundcloud: @creznight
Instagram: www.instagram.com/creznight/

📷 'Mirror' - Donna van Dijk (instagram.com/donna_v.dijk)

Enjoy!

@Sklasi
Team Oefenmeesters

Tracklist:
Soon

Creznight - Set the Mood 063 (Oefenmeesters)

Fuse resident Downside delivers the ninth release on Fuse Imprint with Traces Of Spring, a record that reflects both clean articulation and careful tension building. Across four tracks, he explores a balance of intensity and restraint, depicting a narrative that mirrors his evolving role within the club.

Opening with Until It Fades, the A1 sets a hypnotic tone through patient layering and ambient space, hinting at drama while maintaining subtlety. With Blackout Protocol, the atmosphere turns into focus through an imposing, clear low-end that takes control, driving a darker framework designed for moments of deepened urgency. On the flip, Revolt moves with raw immediacy, its rhythm pushing forward with detail and weight, yet strangely uplifting. Closing with the title track, Traces Of Spring offers a suspended atmosphere, delicate in rhythm and melody, it's a reflection of the fragile balance between soft synth tension hanging by a thread and a focused, monumental pace.

With this release, Downside contributes a coherent and articulate statement to the Fuse catalogue, one that captures both the physicality of the dancefloor and the subtleties that extend beyond it.

Buy here: 
https://fuseimprint.bandcamp.com/album/traces-of-spring

Written and produced by Downside
Additional mix down and mastering by Ahmet Altinbas
Artwork by Ahmet Altinbas
Layout by Studio Phazed

Bandcamp

FUSE09 • Downside - Traces Of Spring

Support here: https://furthersessions.bandcamp.com/album/village-resistance

Creating music, sharing your sound, and performing - all from a small village on an island - is no easy feat.
Dear artist, do you find yourself in a similar situation? Then this record is dedicated to you.
Never forget your roots - and don’t forget to save your atoll!

Save Your Atoll:
https://soundcloud.com/saveyouratollofficial 
https://instagram.com/save_your_atoll 
https://facebook.com/saveyouratollofficial

Fur:ther Sessions:
https://soundcloud.com/furthersessions
https://furthersessions.bandcamp.com
https://instagram.com/further_sessions
https://facebook.com/furthersessions
YouTube: https://bit.ly/3irNAR4

PREMIERE: Save Your Atoll - Pinegrove Council [FSR010]

premiere of "Flashback" by ORBE 
taken from the EP "Ascender", released soon on Token Records

EP Details:
https://novafuture.blog/2025/08/13/orbe-ascender-ep-token-records/

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Artist: ORBE  | @orbeartist
Label: Token Records | @tokenrecords

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Order via Bandcamp: https://nfredirect.de/?r=TOKEN134-BC

Info & Buy

ORBE - Flashback [TOKEN134 | Premiere]

“For this one, I’m highlighting an artist that i respect for keeping things pure and uncompromising. Decka for me is a real one with a sharp ear for proper techno.
This studio session is mixed straight from wax and you can hear it in the flow and in the crackles between the grooves. The whole session is stripped-back and loopy, heavy on locked repetition but always alive and energetic. The kind of techno music that I love to hear from a techno dj. Simple, raw and straight to the core of this genre. 
Enough said. Now I am leaving you in the hands of someone who knows exactly what to do with this music” 
-Endlec ▪︎

Follow DECKA in the follow links.

SC: https://soundcloud.com/decka-music
IG: https://www.instagram.com/deckauk/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/deckaUK/
RA: https://ra.co/dj/decka

DECKA | THE RENEGADE SESSIONS 043

Release day!
This fifteen episode in the Elata series features Najel Monteiro a Rotterdam based DJ and producer.

Najel's innovative and futuristic sound is not just a reflection of his musical talent, but also of his passion for creating music that makes a difference. He uses his music to voice important societal statements, giving a platform to marginalised communities and shining a light on important issues. With an equal measure of soul and authenticity, Najel proves that music has the power to inspire change and bring people together.

In an industry that is often dominated by a single culture or gender, Najel is a proud champion of diversity and inclusivity. He is dedicated to creating a music scene that is accessible to people of all cultures and backgrounds, and believes that music has the power to break down barriers and bring people together.

Thanks a lot Najel to be part of it !

Support the artist:
Soundcloud: @najelmonteiro 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/najelmonteiro/ 
Bandcamp: https://terrapretarecords.bandcamp.com 

*Recorded live  
*Mastered by @essentiamusic @duplicityedinburgh 



Elata Series 015 w/ Najel Monteiro

Support the Label here: https://syxt-official.bandcamp.com/

Track: DONT PLAY 091 (MZR Edit)
Album Name: SYXT038
Artist(s): Toru Ikemoto
Label: SYXT
Catalog: SYXT038
Format: Digital
Genre: #Electronic
Style: #Techno
Release date: 29. August 2025

Support the Artist:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/toruikemoto/
SC: https://soundcloud.com/toruikemoto

Support the Label:
SC: https://soundcloud.com/syxt-official
IG: https://www.instagram.com/syxt_official/


SYN Premiere: Toru Ikemoto - DONT PLAY 091 (MZR Edit) [SYXT038]

Record Label – BELUGA TRACKS
Catalog Number – BTEP010
Track Title - Straight Away (E2NMN Remix)
Release Title - Ngoma
Artist - Larsson
Remix - E2NMN
Style - Techno
Release Date - 11/09/25
Format(s) - Digital

ARTIST & LABEL LINKS:

LARSSON:
@larssonatonal
www.instagram.com/larsson.zx

E2NMN:
@e2nmn
https://www.instagram.com/e2nmn

BELUGA TRACKS:
@belugatracks
www.instagram.com/belugatracks
belugatracks.bandcamp.com

Artwork: Casilda Pérez del Molino
Master: Not A Headliner


T-PREMIERE: Larsson - Straight Away (E2NMN Remix) [BTEP010]

H.O.S.H. - Maya dub

Label: Mord
Artist: Lockertmatik
Title: Interlock One EP
Cat No: MORD037
Format: 12" and Digital
Art by: Dennis Beutner

A1 Interlock 1
A2 Interlock 2
B1 Interlock 3
B2 Interlock 4
D1 Interlock 5 [digi only]
D2 Interlock 6 [digi only]

Release Date: 25th of February 2017

***
The ghost am I
Of winds that die
Alike on land or sea,
In silence deep
To shroud and keep
Their mournful memory.
***

Interlock One EP

MORD037 - Lockertmatik - Interlock One EP [previews]

Fizzy Beats

09 manaMana (feat.Isaac chambers)

Hypnos Live Set Summer 2012

Podcast 16 comes from HAWKINSON, a friend of ours and a regular dj at our club.
When Techno essentially would be a big tree with branches like Minimal or Electro style then Hawkinson would be the trunk of that tree. While others have jumped on the bandwagons that have come and gone, Hawkinson knew from the first day where he belonged - simply techno. His first inspirations came from the same sources as for most guys in the business too - Kraftwerk, Jean Michel Jarre, New Order, Depeche Mode and Front 242 or Nitzer Ebb. And he has remained true to his inspirations. 
Hawkinson also shows a deep respect for the DJ culture. "DJing was and still is composition for me. I have always loved taking on new challenges - to take two vinyls in my hand and create something new.'' 
Since 2001, he has played at various clubs in Berlin. And with his releases he displays the outcome of staying true to his passion. He knows what the crowd wants, what they need, and he knows where he belongs: to the trunk of the techno tree. 

Mix recorded live @ Suicide Circus on march, 1st, 2013

Suicide Circus Podcast 16 : HAWKINSON

Home based in Rotterdam. Owner of Mord Records, sublabel Kazerne and previously Audio Assault/Arms [RIP]. Released on Mord, Mote Evolver, CLR, 47, Perc Trax, Planet Rhythm, PoleGroup, Sleaze...For bookings please contact: mike@berytus.art

MORD037 - Lockertmatik - Interlock One EP [previews]

Bas Mooy | Mord Records

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