2018(Techno)

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Top Techno 2019

This has been a long awaited LP, Ben Techy of course has featured on the label before, remixing Scenedrone, then on Variance 3000 Ben provided the original with "Sublime" and Scenedrone remixed. This EP sees Scenedrone remixing again alongside a host of others, but we'll get to that. Firstly we have got to introduce the originals, "Execution", "Prosecution", and "Capital Punishment" there is a theme within the sounds as well as the titles of the tracks, thumping four on the floor pieces of dance-floor TNT, these tracks have to be listened to (and played) to be fully appreciated, the subtleness of Ben Techy's progressions alongside the thumping pulsating industrial manic core of the tracks is incredible. Now the remixes, first up we have Nrheisk with their first track ever to be released, this Dublin based trio really impressed me with their live-set on the RPM series on YouTube, I would recommend for you to look for it, as for the track, its incredible, technical and complex yet accessible, doses of the amen break throughout with that old-skool vibe that will make you want to bang your head against a wall with joy, a fantastic remix of "Execution" to say the least. Now for Scenedrones remix of the same track "Execution", this one keeps a lot of the vibe of the original, keeping with the four on the floor vibe, opting for a longer edit with a break in the middle that will mess with those ravers heads. We are absolutely delighted to get Oliver Rosemann on board remixing "Prosecution" in his own incredible way, sticking wth the four on the floor vibe, the progressions are subtle yet effective, you could have a lot of fun mixing this through, in and out, and looping it, a very accessible track, would fit in a more "Chill Techno" set as well as a thumping "Industrial Techno" mix. a real delight to listen to for any engineer or programmer, and would have the floor full. Also remixing "Prosecution", another first timer to the label, and one you will be seeing a lot more of, RE_P, he broke the track down and rebuilt it his way, an incredible broken beat number with winding synths and crazy and VERY effective stabs throughout, that turn into a sort of ravey themed second attack, this is a great production, flawless production, as with all the tracks on this LP. Finally we come to Henge, our main man, Henge has featured heavily on the label since his release Atmo 5 EP all the way back in 2015, time flies. This remix is one to behold, like every Henge track that has come on Variance and his other works on other labels. For this LP, this is the cherry on top of an incredible compilation of tracks. Ben Techy's originals, and the remixes truly bang those walls. we hope you enjoy his first release on the label.

Execution

[VAR027]  Ben Techy - Capital Punishment (Henge Remix)

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Making his debut on Drumcode in 2017 with his track ‘Fake’ featured on the A-Sides Vol 6 compilation, one of Brazil’s much loved exports Wehbba brings us his first full EP this February with ‘Eclipse’.

A no nonsense 4 track offering, and all thoroughly road tested by Adam, they have gained much support from longtime Drumcode fans. Eclipse, delivers a low end rumble along with a modulating synth line. Reigning high throughout the track, is the undeniably catchy and unique synth. Leaving this track one to be recognised on dancefloors all over the world.

‘Protocol’ doesn't turn down the pace, straight into a chugging hypnotic drive, this track leaks with attitude, along it’s eerie undertones.

Probably the most acid influenced track of the EP, ‘Glasswerk’ has a futuristic modular synth riff which thunders along a hypnotic bass line which flows nicely into ‘Framework’ to close out the EP. Its punchy and powerful kick sits alongside the cleverly crafted synth pattern, taking this track into a dark zone with a groovy element still resonant.

Wehbba - Eclipse - Drumcode - DC185

Drumcode has become a label synonymous with some of the most-cutting edge and forward-thinking techno over the last 20 years. Their artists include both emerging and established names, and one of those well recognised is Enrico Sangiuliano. Now announcing the very first concept album of his career.

The prolific Italian producer has been catapulted into the limelight after the runaway success of his past releases, and now Biomorph is born. 

A very special concept album designed to take the listener on a journey of evolution. A musical adaptation describing how biological and technological advances over numerous generations of time have all started from the same first step in our own biological journey.

Divided into 4 parts, Organisms opens with atmospheric tones, gradually blending complex textures and timbres to begin the evolutional process. The beginning of this section combines full sounding arrangements before stripping it all back to basics. From here it dissolves into the atmosphere. Organisms then progresses into a break-beat influenced, down tempo track using synths to add complexity to the straight, broken rhythms.

Galactic, futuristic elements are found in both tracks in Cosmic Forces. Upbeat, groovy, electronic synths resonate, before ‘Hidden T’ brings the tension to get things pumped up with stratospheric swirls and twirls to lay down one of the most mind meltingly deep drops.

Metamorphosis is mysterious, its opening beat is a deep and piercing tone that sends the listener into a sensory awareness of their surroundings before breaking into a fully charged, techno track, with Enrico’s trademark sounds and textures.

All evolution has an ending.

Two Probabilities shows the positive, starting out evocative and emotional, with a gentle harmony, gazing towards a ‘New Dawn’. On the other side of the spectrum lies the negative. This is influenced with a rhythm that articulates the beat of death, mathematical, cold and metallic in texture, it shows the unsustainability of its nature, with a hectic, anxious break beat influenced ending.

The digital version also features a bonus track; 'A Further Existence'.

Biomorph

Enrico Sangiuliano - Hidden T - Drumcode - DC190 [II - Cosmic Forces]

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Robert Hood has been revealed as the next artist to mix a DJ-Kicks compilation.

The 22-tracker features a trio of Scottish producers with Clouds, Gary Beck and Slam all included. The mix also contains four exclusive cuts from Hood himself.

Ahead of the release of the series' 66th edition on November 16, Robert Hood has offered up one of these exclusive cuts, 'Focus' - a high-octane techno driver with horn stabs, forceful percussion and an unstoppable dancefloor trajectory that opens up the mix album with a bang.

Pre-order: https://bit.ly/2EVHfvw

Robert Hood DJ-Kicks

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Premiere: Robert Hood 'Focus (DJ-Kicks)'

Track from Science Gardens EP by Tbilisi dj/producer Vulkanski. Out January 25th.

Vulkanski - Jangiani (BITE06)

BITE is the Berlin-based techno label co-founded by Hayden Payne (aka Phase Fatale) in 2018. Beginning with the debut collaborative EP by Silent Servant & Phase Fatale, the label aims to platform artists who operate outside the conventional preconceptions of techno and are united by an ambition to push the boundaries of electronic music. This drive is further exemplified by regular showcases at renowned institutions Berghain, Basement, and Tbilisi’s KHIDI as well as a multitude of clubs throughout Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

With a vast artist roster from stalwarts such as Ron Morelli and Teste to contemporary talent from the likes of Pablo Bozzi and Gael, the eclectic variety of releases touches upon a range of styles along the moodier fringes of electronic music. BITE has proved itself as the imprint to watch. Fresh off the heels of their 5 year anniversary in 2023 culminating in the acclaimed triple LP compilation ‘Shedding Skin,’ BITE moves into more dancefloor territory with their next releases by label head Phase Fatale and remixes by Rrose. The display of the music is also represented in its visual prowess with cutting designs and colorways intended to take the sound into another dimension. From proper techno to synthpunk and to sparse minimalist industrial, BITE never fails to deliver fresh and razor-sharp sounds tying together the narrative of dance music.