Nostalgia Techno

Alquimista

Concussion - Alquimista [CNC001]

Support here: https://skeleven.bandcamp.com/album/raid-sk11x020

A name that has become synonymous with club driven techno in recent years, and armed with a catalogue of classy techno to show for it, German native Phil Berg steps up to leave his mark on the SK_X series with the ‘Raid’ EP.
The title track leads the 20th instalment of the SK_X series with an assortment of growling basslines, rolling percussion and rising synth-lines. ‘Y-Axis’ concludes the A side with a hypnotic synth groove complimented by an eerie atmosphere and texture throughout. The flip side breaks with ‘Kamino’, a dark affair packed with punchy kick drums, plucky bass and rhythmic percs. The record resolves with ‘Sinara’, a euphoric journey consisting of lush pads and rattling tones for its duration.

A1 - Raid
A2 - Y - Axis
B1 - Kamino
B2 - Sinara

PREMIERE: Phil Berg - Raid [SK11X020]

KaioBarssalos  - Express (Original Mix)

Needs To Be Love

Needs To Be Love (Salski Remix)

Following up on last year’s debut release, Chontane returns with 'Manx', the second EP on his label, TANE. This five-track collection continues his exploration of sound design, moving into fresh territory while retaining the distinctive energy that marked TANE001. With TANE002, Chontane invites listeners into a diverse sonic landscape, emphasizing mood, texture, and the subtle intricacies of rhythm.
'Manx' marks a significant progression in Chontane’s artistry, expanding on the foundation set by TANE001, which echoed the nostalgia of 90s and early 2000s rave culture. While his first EP blended old-school, rave-inspired techno, atmospheric tracks, and a touch of jungle, TANE002 boldly ventures into new, uncharted territories. It challenges traditional genre boundaries, delving deep into the potential of sound design, and offering a forward-thinking perspective that feels attuned to the future.
The EP highlights Chontane’s dedication to capturing a wide spectrum of moods and textures within a single record. The title track, ‚Manx', sets the stage with a dark, hypnotic presence. Rich in layered textures and atmospheric undertones, the track fuses a powerful kick with resonant toms, deep subs, and eerie pads. Haunting, glitchy vocal snippets add an extra dimension, making 'Manx' a compelling, immersive experience.
On 'Gazebo,' the EP’s A2 track, Chontane shifts the energy, delivering a composition that balances driving rhythms with a melodic core. The combination of dynamic drums with an epic, mystical theme creates a piece that’s both uplifting and introspective, standing out for its ability to evoke grandeur while maintaining a sense of optimism.
The B-side leans into a more shadowy atmosphere, with 'Oolean' blending metallic percussion and a throbbing bassline. The track’s ominous pads and powerful kick drum propel it forward, creating a narrative that’s intense and captivating.
B2 offers a fitting conclusion to the vinyl release, presenting a track that blends dreamy, atmospheric melodies with a robust kick and driving sub-line. The mystical qualities of this composition make it an evocative and memorable closer.
The digital-only track, 'Thumb Print,' rounds out the EP with a relentless, peak-time experience. Its hypnotic rhythm and expansive sense of scale make it a standout track, perfect for igniting dance floors and capturing listeners' attention.

Mastering & Lacquer Cut by Loop-O

Artwork by Vincent Fischer Visuals
Chontane’s 'Manx' EP will be released on 11th October 2024.

Manx

Chontane - Thumb Print

ANNĒ & SERA J return for the second edition of their Symbiosis series on Mutual Rytm.

ANNĒ, known for potent techno on the likes of Soma and Hardgroove, and Nechto and Life In Patterns associate Sera J, have had standout years that have seen them put out a stream of essential club tracks. They are partners in both life and music, and the first volume of ‘Symbiosis’ on SHDW's Mutual Rytm imprint was their first release together. Delivering an honest representation of their innermost feelings, having also contributed to the label's ‘Federation Of Rytm III’ VA in February, this new six-track EP (plus bonus cuts) presents a ‘mature and refined connection between their souls’.

The second instalment of 'Symbiosis' reflects not only their deep personal connection, but also their collaborative synergy as musical peers with the same goals. The EP captures the essence of their mutual artistic journey and showcases the strength of their bond both in life and through their shared creative vision - to create a storyline through sounds coming from their souls and convey a narrative that many listeners may find relatable.

SERA J kicks off with the lithe and ally elegant techno of ‘Your Soul Is Art’ which will have both heart and heels dancing. ‘Illusions’ is a more heavy and dubby cut with paired back grooves and pulsing synths, while ‘Glacial Pace’ is an urgent deep techno roller with turbocharged stabs and huge icy hi hats locking you into a trance.

ANNĒ steps up on the B-side with ‘Floating Waves’ exploring physical, chunky drum funk and raw synth textures. ‘Planetary Dust’ is a dark and moody astral techno journey to the stars, before ‘Sweet Seventeen’ brings a more melodic cut with a sense of hope and joy in the bright pads that shimmer above the glitchy grooves.

Both artists also offer two digital bonus cuts with SERA J's ‘Syncrosonix’ and ‘Space Velocity’ delivering perfectly reduced minimal techno monsters, while ANNĒ’s ‘Gentle Loop’ and ‘Starburst’ are interplanetary trips with widescreen cosmic synths.

ANNĒ & SERA J 'Symbiosis II’ drops via Mutual Rytm on 13th December 2024 in both vinyl & digital formats.

GTG Premiere | SERA J - Illusions [MR030]

Release Date: 30.01.2025

R.M.K returns to NECHTO with his latest release, ‘NECH028’, following his previous solo record ‘NECH021’, his features on the label's VAs and numerous label event appearances. Hailing from London, R.M.K, the alias of Fossil Archive label head Roberto, brings a unique, evolving take on his sound. With over 20 years of experience, he has performed at iconic venues like Berghain, Tresor, and fabric, and collaborated with artists such as Trevino, Jamie Anderson, and Goldie. 

‘NECH028’ marks a new chapter in R.M.K’s artistic growth, with the EP taking over a year to complete. The release includes four vinyl tracks, plus an additional digital-only track. R.M.K notes that while each track has its own distinct style, they collectively tell a cohesive story. He also acknowledges the role of Nastia in pushing him to deliver the best possible quality, and he takes great pride in the result. 

This release reflects the evolution of R.M.K’s sound, demonstrating his dedication to refining his craft and offering a compelling narrative through techno.

BCCO Premiere: R.M.K - Vessel [NECH028]

Artist: BTM
Album title: FREMD LAB VA001
Label: FREMD LAB
Catalogue: [FMDVA001]
Format: Digital
Genre: #Electronic
Style: #Techno
Mastering: @mn_ch

Release date: 21.03.2025

Social Media Links Artist:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/dj_btm_/
SC: @djbtm

Social media links Label:
IG: www.instagram.com/fremdlab/
SC: @fremdlab
BC: fremdlab.bandcamp.com/music

MTBR PREMIERE: BTM - Lost [FMDVA001]

Track: -1000 Aura
Artist(s): Bondarük
Label: Grand Groove
Catalog: GGVA001
Format: Digital 
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release Date: 30-05-25
Mastering: Frontman Management https://www.instagram.com/frontmanmanagement?igsh=MXVoYzdlbzA2OW93eA==
Artwork: Natalia Benitez & Agustina Chiapello
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https://www.instagram.com/natalia___benitez?igsh=Nzg4eGFrbHNmaGd6

Support the artist
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/ma-bondar-k
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bondarukkkk?igsh=MXczYjhhZXU1OXpmNA==

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SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/grand-groove-745528572
Bandcamp: https://grandgroove1.bandcamp.com/album/gg-va-001
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grandgroove.rcds?igsh=ZnBzdzkzcnd0bmly

ANTIDOTE Premiere: Bondarük - -1000 Aura [GGVA001]

Ohmu is a collaboration between Lithuanian (Vilnius) artist Rushkeys and Souvnear from Lyon, France. The track blends chopped samples, layered synths, background field recordings, and a tight rhythmic pulse to create a rich, groove-driven sound. Named after the calm but powerful creatures in Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, the track captures a sense of steady movement and hidden force — organic, textured, and always in motion.

https://bit.ly/Ohmu-1

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Rushkeys & Souvnear - Ohmu

Serve Cold, Grigoré and Jaguar Jaguar return to Defected with ‘LOW’, following the success of breakout label debut ‘Dancing’ in June 2025. Frequent collaborators Serve Cold and Grigoré first made music in 2024, inspired by the electronic soundscapes and neo-soul of artists like Jungle and Khruangbin. Together with Belgian band Jaguar Jaguar they debuted their fresh house record ‘Dancing’ on Defected Records in June 2025. The track was a breakout success, earning two million streams and two-thousand radio spins in under two months thanks to early support from the likes of Keinemusik, RÜFÜS DU SOL and Tripolism - the track also topped the Beatport Afro House chart for nearly two weeks after release. Now they build on their dreamlike dance sound with ‘LOW’, an acronym of “Love is the Only Way”. Drawing on their shared inspirations spanning world music and underground electronic, ‘LOW’ proves the staying power of Grigoré, Serve Cold and Jaguar Jaguar as good friends and musical collaborators with bubbling textures and dancefloor euphoria.

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Serve Cold & Grigoré x Jaguar Jaguar - LOW

Forest

Album Name : Variación
Track : Terreno trancisivo
Artist : SMT
Label: Phosphate Records
Format: Digital
Genre : Hard Groove
Release date : 01/11/25
Artwork by : Phosphate Records
Master by : PHEEK

Buy Link: phosphaterecords.bandcamp.com/
🔗 Available on Bandcamp & soon all platforms.

💙 Every purchase counts.

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▪️ SC - @smt1996

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SMT - Variación (Original Mix)

The inaugural instalment of our spooky techno for Halloween series.  

Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/juv56q

Master - Louis McDonald 
Artwork - Logan Weckert  

Distributed by Kargo Ent.  

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Dirichlet

MalaNoche unveils Defect Analysis by Divine Mechanic. Built on three original compositions - Light Matter, Nucleus, and Vacuum - the EP unfolds as a study of density, motion, and the subtle cracks within structure.

🛸Each piece finds a mirror in reinterpretation. Art.Ic fractures and reshapes Light Matter into sharp mechanical echoes, while PYLOT bends Nucleus into a gravitational pull of groovy-energy. Closing the cycle, Josefina Muñoz expands Vacuum into a higher resonance, unveiling a higher lever of rhythm.

🌑 Defect Analysis traces the fine line between precision and collapse, presenting sound as both mechanism and anomaly. Six works, originals and remixes, locked in dialogue - a blueprint for shadowed dancefloors.

Your Support is very important for us every comment, tag, story or share helps us keep on moving and growing. Let us know if you liked it and where you played the music so we can post on our socials! For Insta Tags : www.instagram.com/la.malanoche_ BandCamp: www.mlnch.bandcamp.com For demos and inquiries: management@malanoche.net Thank you all for downloading, playing and sharing. MalaNoche BB
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Divine Mechanic - Light Matter (Original Mix)

BCCO × BODYSHIFT for Trans Awareness Week 2025

For Trans Awareness Week 2025, we’re spotlighting trans and non-binary artists with a special SoundCloud mix series curated by BODYSHIFT. Each set is an invitation to listen with an open heart, to care, and to act with intention.

Awareness means listening, amplifying, and protecting what’s vulnerable and too often unheard. When dignity is debated, we choose action: book, pay, credit, platform, and protect trans and non-binary artists. Visibility matters. Joy matters. Safety matters. Let’s make all three non-negotiable for the future leading to Trans Day of Remembrance on 20th of November.

Hige thanks to all five artists this week and to @bodyshift for the colab and curation.

BCCO Premiere: R.M.K - Vessel [NECH028]

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