We’re at our fifth episode on The Secret Sun series and we’re thrilled to have another legendary producer taking care of it.
Miki “The Dolphin” is somebody who needs no introduction as he is, together with Francesco Farfa and Roby J, one of the pioneers of the Italian progressive scene that formed in the early 90’s in Tuscany and spread across Italy and beyond. Recognized worldwide for his productions on Interactive Test and his own Major Hypnotic Key Institute, Miki forged a solid vinyl discography that is still today very much in-demand in the second hand market, with collectors paying high prices to get their hands on the few copies around.
His intense dj set activity over the past 30 years has brought the attention of many also towards his experimental analogical works: initially realized in Florence with the connection with Franco Falsini and his Interactive Test, and later, up until the first half of the 2000’s, in Ferrara, in the recording rooms of the Adrogimus Recordings Mulino where the concepts of the Major Hypnotic Key Institute were further developed thanks to long studio sessions, both alone and with renowed trained musicians.
As it is now our modus operandi here at the OCD/SS HQ, we gained access to Miki’s personal DAT archives to scour for the goods; we are now bringing under the light of our sun two previously unreleased gem “Anse Takamaka”, created together with the late jazz bass player Bruno Corticelli, and “Shamballa”. To close the EP, we’re reissuing “Art Of Libido” a highly sought after track previously released on Interactive Test.

O.C.D. presents The Secret Sun - Miki - The 7 Kumaras

[mulemusiq275] Simone de Kunovich - (Return to) Mondo Nuovo

Release Date - 21st January 2022

“Mondo Nuovo” is a trilogy concept by Venetian born artist Simone de Kunovich. 

It is the story of an exploration into an imaginary remote area of our planet, an exotic place where Nature is still uncontaminated, answering only to its own logic. 

Following the first chapter on Superconscious Records, Simone de Kunovich takes us on a journey amongst peaceful native tribes (“Cerchio Magico”), obscure esoteric rituals (“Serpiente Cosmica”), psychedelic delusions (“Paradiso delle Sabbie Mobili”) and breathtaking discoveries (“As I Was Moving Ahead..”) 

Once again the project has been inspired by his Cinema studies, which were focused mainly on 70s World movies by the likes of Herzog and Jodorowski - “Mondo Nuovo” is an intricate and rich opera of sampling and layering, capable of connecting bits from obscure Italian libraries, vocal shots by the G-Man of “Half Life” and monologues from Louis Malle’s 1981 cult movie “My Dinner With Andre”.

B1 - Paradiso Delle Sabbie Mobili

1. Love Tension - Club Mix Master

Yes, we’re presenting you a new label from Ukraine again. This time the name is Secret Keeper, the owner of the label is @orbitdj, and for the first release they’re having one of the secret gems of Kyiv – @luschn1. And if you weren’t familiar with that name – it’s finally time to acknowledge him.

All of the tracks here are untitled, and we’re going straight to the B1. The shortest track on the record and also the most interesting one. With a pinch of old electro house and the base of old progressive house with all that additional buzzing, what’s not to like here, right?

Staying on the B-side, the track on the B2 position is by far the trippiest one here, taking you in weird minimal ways for six minutes. A1 here will probably be played the most with its spooky, grimy, ChristianAB-ish type of vibe. And also with a huge nod to the mid-noughties. The one on the A2 is a slow roller, that type of track, you always like to hear, when you’re a bit tired, but still want to continue dancing. It will recharge you for at least 5 minutes.

SECRET KEEPER 001 - LUSCHN EP 12"

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Originally released on Relief Records in 1995, "Midnight Express" is the peak time Chicago warehouse Sound. Just brilliant, raw, tracky house music.

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FCE-12 / Boo Williams - Midnight Express

in the thick of it 012: selectors delve deep into the heavier side of their collections.

Next up, welcome Francesco Scarci aka Deejay
Fisherman 👋 Passionate about electronic music from a young age, Francesco is a vinyl-loving underground DJ and producer. In 2022 he started his own label Sea Records and released his first EP Dancing with shark. 🦈 

After various experiences as a guest on the dancefloors of Italy and Europe, he became resident in the well-known Italian underground Sound Department. Today it boasts three EP: Sea 001: Dancing with shark;
Sea 002: The sound of Sirens; Sea 003: Jolly roger groove, as well as several collaborations with international labels, the latest with “Label 2222” with the track “Extasiado”

He’s graciously delivered a guest mix straddling Italo, techno, acid & some darker shades of those sounds. Grazie mille @fisherman 🫡🙏🚀

in the thick of it 012 - fisherman

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There are few as fun as this man. That could be taken in a number of ways but it's the absolute truth, from the music he makes to his long wispy hair and his exceptional taste in records. As a disc jockey he remains unrivalled in his selection process and his ability to keep a party rocking from dusk til' dawn, there are few who can do it with as much style and carefree gravitas as Jonny. 

Since 2005 he has also been a mysterious figure in the studio, releasing music on a sprawling array of labels including Fleeting Wax, Bahnsteig 23, Oye Edits and beyond. A firm favourite from all concerned at Ransom Note we are wholeheartedly delighted to be able to have him contribute to our honourable mix series. In fine style...

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Jonny Rock: The Ransom Note Mix

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