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Tim Reaper returns to Lobster Theremin with a weighty masterclass of all things old school jungle, rave and D&B. 

2020 has been a massive year for the rising London-based DJ/producer Tim Reaper, with an impressive output of twelves on labels such as 7th Storey Projects, Disc World & Repertoire, Beyond Electronix. On top of this, Reaper was also nominated in the ‘Breakthrough Producer’ category at this years DJ Mag awards, as well as the ‘Best Remix/Edit’ category. 2020 has paved the way for what is set to be a massive future from the versatile producer, his infectious brand of high energy jungle & D&B is making him the producer on everyones lips. 

His latest outing ‘Teletext’ EP for London based record label Lobster Theremin explores deep all things bass driven, head high rave breaks sit on top of euphoric vocals and synth patterns, creating a feel good masterpiece. Tim joins forces with long time friend & collaborator Devnull on two tracks, blending both of the producers individual sounds into a hybrid mash up, which works oh so good. 

‘Teletext’ EP drops Friday 22nd January, via Lobster Theremin.

PREMIERE: Tim Reaper & Devnull - Anytime

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Lyon, France’s LB aka LABAT inaugurates his new imprint Poumpet Records this February with its first single, ‘Feel The Beat’, backed by a remix from Australia’s partiboi69.

Over the past seven years Strasbourg-born now Lyon-based, DJ, Producer and Live Act LB aka LABAT has been soul drenched, dusty House, Techno, Electro and Downtempo grooves via the likes of Wolf Music, Steel City Dance Discs, Groovedge Records and course his own Alélah Records run alongside Polow with a focus on cassette and vinyl releases. Here though we see LB aka LABAT open a new chapter in his career with the launch of his new imprint Poumpet Records which will be dropping a single every month throughout 2022 alongside remixes from some kindred spirits along the way.

To set the tone of Poumpet Records, LABAT launches with debut single ‘Feel The Beat’, a dynamic rave-tinged groove fuelled by hip-house vocal chants, crunchy, organic drums and an amalgamation of jazzy keys, wandering strings and airy atmospherics throughout its near eight-minute duration.

Mutual Pleasure and Unprotected Records artist partiboi69 also steps in on remix duties to kick things off, upping the energy levels even more with a robust, broken rhythm and snaking arpeggio bass hooks ebbing and flowing amongst fragments of the original’s vocal lines and ethereal pads.

LB aka LABAT - Feel The Beat (Incl. partiboi69 Remix)

PREMIERE: LB aka LABAT - Feel the Beat (Partiboi69 Remix)

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Estonian duo Abdul Raeva kick things off for Physical Education in 2023. Marking the label’s first release of this year, Passion de la Passion is a four-track excursion into the outer realms of tech house, acid and everything in between.

The Caballero Thrust Programme initiates proceedings, doing exactly what it says on the tin. Much like a rocket launching, tribal drums open into a slinky synth pattern, before acid-flecked pulses take us deep into starry, spaced-out territories.

Karima’s Duff Duff is of a similar ilk, rolling with a telltale rhythm. Techy, synthy
and built for the late night hours, we journey through celestial bleeps at pace, opening the door for Ooga Booga Acid Time.

In six and a half minutes, the pair leave few prisoners in their wake, dishing up a racey tech-driven number that’s packed full of punchy percussive groove.

Finally, Hard Discount Primitivo brings us back down to Earth. Minimal-leaning, with an old school house touch, echoing vocals shimmer whilst whip-like kick-hat combos march on, forming a clear-cut slice of club-ready dancing material.

PREMIERE: Abdul Raeva - Ooga Booga Acid Time

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French electronic duo Baraka asked 7 artists they love to add their touch to their first self-titled EP. Big thank you to Blu:sh, Desire, Glen S, Mabel, Spray, Vel & Von Riu for their vision, talent and passion. 

Baraka (Remixes Part 2) including Blu:sh, Mabel, Spray & Von Riu.

Baraka - World of Content (Spray Remix)

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Cherished London rave enchantresses LUXE & Angel D'lite reveal their first ever joint EP release ‘Enchanted’ on transcendental record label GODDEZZ. The long-time bezzies conjure up two luxurious dance productions 'Cloud 69' & 'Dance Enchantress'; complimented by reciprocal remixes of each other's tracks as well as a full party bag of remixes from close friends Baraka, FAFF, Local Group and Mabel.

This radiant and multi-layered EP release offers an array of rave stylings that will bewitch and enchant the listener. Oscillating between pulsating progressive house, skippy UKG rhythms, mesmerizing breaks and the ethereal allure of synthetic sounds. The 'Enchanted' EP perfectly blends the two gifted producers' complimentary styles into a sumptuous cocktail of party flavours that are guaranteed to deliver a sugar rush leaving you craving more.

The fun doesn't stop there, with the fast-rising French duo Baraka offering up a smouldering remix of Angel's 'Cloud 69' that sounds like it's straight out of a perfume ad from 1999. London party-starters FAFF then turn up the heat with their UK-Funky infused, infectious club flip of LUXE's 'Dance Enchantress'. Lauded club favourites Local Group step up next with a tear-out speed garage remix of 'Cloud 69' that is guaranteed to send dancefloors into a frenzy. Step Ball Chain & Nehza affiliate Mabel rounds out proceedings in style with a chunky and rolling prog re-imagining of 'Dance Enchantress'.

Over the past few years, Angel D’lite and LUXE have meticulously carved out their own distinct spaces within the scene. With 'Enchanted', they invite you to immerse yourself in a spell-binding exploration of their mutual sonic realm fueled by their unbreakable musical friendship, offering a captivating journey filled to the brim with twists, turns, and lavish delights.

Enchanted EP

PREMIERE: LUXE - Dance Enchantress (Angel D'lite remix)

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Baraka has always been synonymous with "lucky star". And it is true that you can find some of that in this duo. In 2020, as the world prepared to go into lockdown, Cristofeu (DJ and producer) and sa+ga (DJ, singer, poet, author) got together to compose a series of tracks featuring poetic vocals, acid sounds and synthetic layers. You can feel the influence of trance, trip-hop, drum'n'bass and artists such as Prodigy, Massive Attack, and even Björk. But it is on stage that Baraka's music really comes into its own. Capable of transforming a concert hall into a dancefloor or building up a club’s energy to the level of a punk show, the duo electrifies every venue they play at: from the Berghain/Panorama Bar (Berlin) to the Trabendo (Paris), from Positive Education festival (Saint-Étienne) to Boiler Room. At this rate, the duo's lucky star is unlikely to fade away any time soon.

PREMIERE: Baraka - Feel Nice

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You feel like you’ve been missing something in your life lately? Dancefloor detective Von Riu is here to make your life full because only he knows how much you deserve an immediate tech ass remedy. Like twins on the peak Von Cristeuf is back investigating the deeper secrets of lustful basslines and seductive soundscapes for everyone's own pleasure. Keep yourself at a sweaty climax, we are coming.

PREMIERE: Von Riu - World Of Content (Investigation Mix)

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From the needle drop, the listener is swept away by Moving Still. The Jeddah-born, Dublin-based artist graces Bordello A Parigi with Close to the Shams, four works that summarise his broad range and even broader influences. Pulsating percussion push piano plumes and brass blasts in “Zaman.” A SWANA-inspired scent weaves through the track, with snare rolls adding spice and speed to this heady opener. Tempos drop for “Bang of Luban.” Beats are bolstered, acid squirms lending texture, while the central melody bends and turns from traditional refrains to house reimaginings.

Those traditional undercurrents continue into the B-Side. The title piece is big and bold, kicks split into broken beats while nuanced mizmar notes dip and dive with a swallow-like agility. “Sunday Rollover (Suntop Mix)” calls time on the quartet. A relaxed rhythm gives support and space to low-slung lounge lines, a dreamy and enchanting finish to an EP that illustrates the breadth and depth of Moving Still.

PREMIERE: Moving Still - Zaman

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Riigs delivers a dark and unsettling foray into the void. With a masterful combination of complex percussive layering and deep low end power, 'Blank Time' showcases forward-thinking leftfield bass music at its very best.

PREMIERE: Riigs - Blank Time

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So happy to share the next vinyl release on Neptune Discs; this time with four heaters that take the sound even further. After the huge response to last summer’s debut vinyl, we return the va series with more prog 90s00s flavours from rising talents around planet earth: Jeku, Tifra, DJ Life, B From E.Jeku’s opener sets the tone with its downtempo allure, featuring alien vocal chops and twisting acid lines that feel like transmissions from another world. A slow descent into the unknown, where rich textures and drifting melodies blur past and future. Following his standout release on Harmony Rec, Jeku continues to push boundaries with his unique, hypnotic sound.

Tifra’s track on B2 catapults us into a high-energy, club-driven reality. The relentless bassline powers forward, while otherworldly synths inject a sense of urgency that sharply contrasts with the opener’s reflective mood. Quickly becoming one of the staple names of the progressive scene, Tifra’s sound continues to evolve with undeniable force.

DJ Life kicks off the B-side with his signature blend of playful, club-ready cuts that effortlessly command the dance floor. Trance elements weave through the mix like echoes from another dimension. With releases on respected labels like Craigie Knowes, Dansu Discs, and Gestalt Records, DJ Life brings a fresh energy that’s both nostalgic and forward-thinking.

B From E closes the EP with a progressive acid track that feels like the culmination of everything before it. The 303s twist and spiral, while the bassline pushes forward with intensity, pulling us toward an unknown destination. Known for his versatility, B From E brings a unique energy to every track, his second outing on Neptune Discs.

PREMIERE: Tifra - Headspace

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Will You joins the roster of Philipp Priebe’s Stólar this February with his ‘Is It 2 Late?’ EP accompanied by remixes from Lb Honne and Orion.

Producer, DJ and Oleeva Records label boss Will You has been slowly unveiling his take on contemporary deep house and dub-tinged techno over the past few years via solo material and remixes on his own imprint and most recently a remix of Philipp Priebe’s ‘Movements In An Empty Department Store’ on Stólar. Here we see Will You returning to the latter aforementioned imprint with his latest EP.

Leading the release is ‘Santé’, a six and a half minute excursion through snaking sub bass tones, a crisp, shuffled rhythm section, dreamy synth chimes, squelchy 303 licks and spoken word vocal lines. Title-cut ‘Is It 2 Late’ follows next and deviates into more dubbed out territory via expansive, unfurling echoes, cinematic atmospherics and robust, intricate percussion.

Opening the flip-side is Zurich’s Lb Honne’s interpretation of ‘Is It 2 Late’, the Project Indigo artist extracts the essence of the original and reshapes it into a subtly nuanced, loop-led and hypnotic workout. Italian duo Orion then conclude the package with their take on ‘Santé’, reshaping the original with their signature deep techno style, fuelled by grainy textural components and bumpy saturated drums.

Will You - Is It 2 Late?

PREMIERE: Will You - Is It 2 Late? (Lb Honne Remix)

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In 2020, Phasmid released his debut single ‘Shunned’ on Gimme A Break’s We Are Viable compilation, raising funds to support Leeds-based MAP Charity. Five years on, the eclectic DJ and producer has announced that his debut physical EP will be released via GAB on March 7th 2025.

Having cut his teeth in the UK Garage and Breaks scene, Phasmid took an extended leave from the DJ circuit to refine his sound and production techniques. Hadal Zone is the culmination of Phasmid’s various musical explorations to date, showcasing the producer’s signature clean-cut and bass-led take on breakbeat, electro and trance fusion.

On the A-side, the title track kickstarts the EP with a clinical electro breakbeat workout. While rooted in the production style of contemporaries such as Aloka and Client 03, Phasmid pays homage to the UK dance lineage, sampling Baraka’s 1995 Jungle single ‘I’ll Be There’. ‘Fractal’ and ‘Onyx’ push the project forward with two experiments in percussive UK bass, with a four-by-four surprise in the latter. The B-side opens with the devious Cyberpunk-inspired ‘Neuralware’, which combines ruthless subs with colliding synth intermissions. Cited as one of Phasmid’s earliest inspirations, Kessler delivers a breathtaking remix of ‘Hadal Zone’, complete with flanged breaks and a devastating bassline.

PREMIERE: Phasmid - Neuralware

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Pure trance euphoria from young prodigy Wigs with his debut single on Goddezz - 'I Know'. Accompanied by a balearic big beat flip from downtempo hero Stone and a hyper-fueled peak time mix from Dutch rave-purveyors Match Box.

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PREMIERE: Wigs - I Know (Match Box Remix)

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Magic Carpet storms into ruffneck country with b0n in the pilot’s seat, shelling out slammin’ UKG and a triple helping of breaks. b0n’s command of the southern frequencies will come as no surprise to those in the know - this EP promises to do special things in the right hands on the right rig. For those just tuning in… welcome to the b0n show.

PREMIERE: b0n - Sasha Palomal

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Volition's 8th release is a special one, featuring none other than Volition's very own Frank Brady and Demack with their first full release as their new duo, CLOSE PROXIMITY.

Titled "Want U EP", this release includes four tracks — two originals and two remixes. The originals are deep, trance-infused progressive numbers that truly embody CLOSE PROXIMITY’s signature sound moving forward.

Volition is also thrilled to welcome two new artists to the label: Cybernet and Gearmaster (aka Abdul Ravea). They’ve each delivered top-tier remixes, adding unique and contrasting elements to the release.

This is just the beginning for CLOSE PROXIMITY — as they have plenty more in the pipeline, and Volition is beyond excited to finally share this.

PREMIERE: CLOSE PROXIMITY - Want U (Cybernet's Acid Remix)

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Keeping it widescreen throughout and the percussion pulls focus. At times slick and sultry, at others more ominous and ill-tempered, we’re dishing out high-velocity dynamics across four distinct trax. Constantly nudging towards the peak-time, but with plenty of breathy sensuality and dappled melody as he flexes a detailed, sound-sensitive approach.

Drums, drums and more drums. You know the deal by now: direct torque in full effect as we traverse the rugged, funked-out and percussive. Plenty of trippy flourish for good measure too, from humid fusions of rainforest FX and hallucinatory detail to light trail synths punching through inky abyss.

It all recalls Terry Francis and his Housey Doingz project at the peak of their powers - big stabs, big forward momentum. Think the golden era of their Wiggle parties circa 1999.

PREMIERE: DJ Life - To be Defined

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Jake Tidd lands on Neptune Discs with a razor-sharp debut, delivering four club-focused beats via the Pyramid Fields subdivision. 

Right from A1, the pressure is on—driving rhythms and precision-engineered grooves built for peak-time immersion. Tunnelling alien techno meets hypnotic PSY-tinged pulses, contrasted by more fluid, house-leaning grooves, striking a perfect balance between depth and dance-floor momentum. 

A tripped-out ascent to the next dimension.

PREMIERE: Jake Tidd - Grond

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Von Riu makes his Proxima debut with Gore-Tek, a high-voltage fusion of delirious, sexy, and proggy club sounds, engineered for full-throttle dancefloor pressure. The Parisian producer sharpens his signature sound into razor-edged, hypnotic grooves, injecting each track with an electrified, biomechanical pulse.

Somewhere between cybernetic warfare and splattered synths, Gore-Tek sounds like the aftermath of a rogue AI discovering club music—glitching, twisting, and rewiring its sonic DNA with surgical precision. Industrial-strength basslines meet liquid futurism, forging a dancefloor experience that’s as menacing as it is euphoric.

PREMIERE: Von Riu - Atmosfear

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Antoni Maiovvi is an artist like few others. “Knights of New Haven” summarises his unique ability and unparalleled range. This return to the Bordello reflects the influence of the West Coast Sound of the Netherlands as well as that machine music of his adopted home of the U.S. “Later Not Lately” bends bars above a throbbing kick, hi-hats ruffling the clean arcs of string. Echoes of Chicago and Detroit penetrate the EP. Melting melodies fold and oscillate under the crashing cymbals of “Slack Blabbath”, staggered synthlines jolted by tight percussion patterns. A brother-in-arms opens the flip, Danny Wolfers drafted in under his Legowelt moniker to turn his magic to “Later Not Lately”. Undulating undertones are sliced by serrated snares before a sordid TB303 is unsheathed, Wolfers’ soulful and squalid retelling of the original. “The Madness in the Method” closes. Fizzing static blurs drum patterns, a taut note piercing the dense bass fog. Teetering between the profound and the profane, Maiovvi pivots his horror disco trademark sound with driving house drums and devil-may-care grandeur. An EP of epic proportions.

PREMIERE: Antoni Maiovvi - Later Not Lately

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Berlin label SEVEN announce their fourth EP release courtesy of rising local talent Posture and Sparkly Pony. Sweat Repetition, featuring remixes from 131bpm and Eoin DJ, arrives 28th March on vinyl and all platforms via SEVEN. Launched in 2024 by Berlin artist CRYME, queer and FLINTA-leaning label SEVEN play at the tantalising intersection of house and techno with their unique brand of uplifting, genre-defying sounds that speak to the heart of the global underground. Much more than a label, SEVEN is a movement - fostering community, highlighting underrepresented voices and redrawing industry standards with transparency and integrity. In just a year the label is already being recognised as a vital force on the electronic music scene with a keen eye for next gen talent, and with Sweat Repetition from Posture and Sparkly Pony as their fourth release it’s clear to see why.

Australian born DJ, producer and queer/ trans collective ‘Cuties’ co-founder, Toby Perks (she/her) aka Posture is the dance-floor diva of your dreams. Since making Berlin her base in 2022, she’s been a familiar face leading the dance at all of the city’s best underground parties and clubs from Tresor to Amina at Else. Renowned for soul-enriching sets of all flavours, from sun-soaked euphoria to sultry late night gems, whether she is DJing or producing her talent for igniting the mood is unmatched.

For Sweat Repetition, Posture teams up with fellow Berlin party-starter, DJ and master of captivating grooves, Sparkly Pony. Co-founder of queer collective SWEAT since 2014 and a DJ since teenagehood, Sparkly Pony made his way to Berlin via the Swedish and Danish club scenes where he quickly made his mark. On their new collaborative EP, over five tracks (including blistering edits from Ireland’s Eoin DJ and dance-floor troublemaker 131bpm) the duo dive into laid-back, soothing soundscapes combined with energetic drum workouts that will have sweat dripping on repeat.

Closing us out is Irish producer Eoin DJ with their delightful ‘Stretch & Repeat’ edit. Brimming with buoyant rave energy, dynamic drumwork and quirky sonic details, Eoin delivers the goods with this belter of a remix that transforms the mellower sensibilities of the original into a peak-time pumper.

This glorious EP is a must-listen showcase of two one-to-watch rising talents in Posture and Sparkly Pony, Sweat Repetition. Expertly balancing soft and hard across five excellent tracks, the goods are delivered time and again. Another immaculate release from SEVEN whose star continues to ascend as they bring the creme of Berlin’s queer club sonics to the global stage.

PREMIERE: Sparkly Pony - Stretch & Repeat (Eoin Dj Body Remix)

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77th leans heavily into the UK Bass sound, a genre reminiscent of the urban cityscape in which Diuragga grew up. Packing lush atmospheric elements fused with growling and punchy sub-basses, the young producer showcases his remarkably sleek yet tough production skills.This EP features futuristic, non-conforming, soulful, 2-step-tech influences for the rugged beat enthusiast. Throw in some favela funk and dynamic drum & bass—Diuragga doesn't miss! If you're a fan of fast street cars and goose-down jackets, and COD, then be prepared to be one-shotted by the 77th EP. The EP includes a very special remix from Neo Grime extraordinaire Pholo, who delivers an icy-fresh and re-imaginative take on 'Tears' that simply crushes.

PREMIERE: Diuragga - Tears (Pholo Remix)

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Hailing from Geneva’s vibrant electronic music scene, Owelle unveils "RDX_CLB", her latest EP set for release on May 23rd in both digital and 12” formats. This third release on Creaked marks a bold step toward the dancefloor, featuring two original tracks and remixes by Ma Sha and Nite Fleit. Known for her distinctive fusion of breakbeat, IDM, and techno, Owelle delivers a high-energy, rhythm-driven collection that showcases her signature blend of experimental sound design and club-ready intensity.

The remixes add new dimensions to the EP. Ma Sha, co-founder of NYC’s acclaimed Kindergarten imprint, offers a cosmic reimagining infused with playful yet intricate rhythmic structures. Meanwhile, Nite Fleit, celebrated for her acid-laced, high-octane productions, pushes the EP into darker, harder-hitting territory with a remix that’s primed to ignite dancefloors. These reinterpretations underline the global reach and adaptability of Owelle’s sound.

With "RDX_CLB", Owelle channels her experimental ethos into tracks crafted for DJs and club enthusiasts as well, celebrating rhythm, movement, and collective energy. Set to become a favorite among dance music lovers worldwide, this EP reaffirms Owelle’s place as a versatile and forward-thinking force in electronic music.

PREMIERE: Owelle - P10

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For their 21st release, Not An Animal Records welcomes the Northeast-of-England's Tom Rankin, aka Frequencies Of Love to the fold for his first-ever release. A half-step away from their usual low-slung sound, the EP is a bright and sepia-tinted affair bringing prime-time energy to the label. It is rooted squarely on the dancefloor and steeped with glimmering synthesizers and lashings of keys. Despite this stylistic departure, the ever-present driving grooves make it feel right at home.

The EP begins with ‘Tucan’, delicately shifting and changing synthesizer arps flow throughout, weaving a delightful tapestry of past and present. The record glides smoothly into round two with ‘Bpsyde’ pulling no punches; it has a distinct atmosphere of the old-school about it. A one-two of percussive breaks on the one hand and progressive bass on the other with LFO Arps, keys and nineties vocal chops completing the combo.

‘Pegasus’ is a shimmering whirlpool off the Adriatic coast. An antiphonal of choral chanting and female spoken word endlessly circle the groove, occasionally combining in a viscous duetto of wacky, Italo-flavoured deliciousness. For the remix, groove deconstruction connoisseur Fantastic Man gives ‘Pegasus’ the Midas treatment. Riding a throbbing and reprogrammed bassline, key elements from the original mix cameo throughout the track, rounded off by piano chord progressions to complete the pensive sound that constitutes the glue throughout the EP.

PREMIERE: Frequencies of Love - Pegasus

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The birthday candles are barely out, and Melodize is already back with their 18th release! Label boss Beartrax is in the driver’s seat, with remixes from Massimiliano Pagliara and Eliott Litrowski.

Beartrax stays true to his sound, bringing Opaque and Sanctity—two deep, rolling cuts packed with lush violin melodies and a proper melancholic vibe.

Massimiliano Pagliara flips Opaque into a punchy, bassy rework, infusing it with dreamy textures and an atmospheric depth. Meanwhile, Eliott Litrowski takes Sanctity into a darker realm, fusing indie basslines, electro grooves, and hypnotic new wave vibes for a trippy, heady experience.

PREMIERE: Beartrax - Opaque

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Vancouver/Paris -based imprint Club Designs is back with its biggest compilation to date.

CDMUSIC012, the latest in the label's ongoing series of electro inspired VAs, boasts an eclectic mix of producers from across the globe, paying their respect to the classic Detroit genre.

The compilation features music from Vancouver heroes Greazus, French DMC champion Saligo, Berlin’s Insomniast, and label alumni Shanx, alongside label co-founders Sharkki, who teams up with hot French producer Body Hook, and Garneau who brings a deeper cut to the pack.

Tokyo newcomer Kanse keeps it old school, while Aleister and Minor Sine Project bring the modern productions into play. Sonically, the release traverses the full scope of the imprint's sound, with streamlined percussive club tracks, bass-heavy workouts, and leftfield electro explorations that nod to both UK club culture and North America's undergrounds.

Club Designs has been steadily building a reputation as a stronghold of gritty and raw dance music, and CDMUSIC012 sounds like both a rallying cry and a celebration of the collective energy that powers the label.

PREMIERE: Aleister - Tongue Tied

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London by-way-of New Zealand producer SDS MAX arrives on excess, armed with 4 imposing leftfield cuts, including a razor sharp collaboration with Bristol MC Grove.

No time for pleasantries, ‘Tun Up’ opens with Grove’s hypnotic vocals layered over rippling drums and high-end synths. The energy builds to a stomping hook while Grove holds court over the swelling bass, conducting and guiding you through. Track 2 ‘Sleep Walker’ resets the levels with dreamy melodies before SDS Max forces you awake with dubby bass and the crack of a snare.

Combining clap shots, metallic sonics and oscillating stop-start bass, ‘Two Holes in Your Umbro Jumper’ gives off the eerie buzz of a rave on an abandoned space station. Imagine walking the endless corridors, with ravers rattling around in zero-g and strobes lighting up the airlock. We’ve not reached the outer solar system yet but SDS MAX knows how to bring the vibe back to Earth. Closing track and EP namesake ‘Murky Water’ features a total onslaught of percussion, bass, and laser gun synths likely to turn the dance on its head and leave the crowd reeling.

With previous releases for the likes of Vief and Hefty Bruises, SDS MAX continues to push forward on this solo EP for excess.

PREMIERE: SDS MAX - Tun Up (feat. Grove)

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High echelon electro, bleeps, breaks and IDM from anamorphic London-producer Cyanica coming up next on Hidden Assets, with full remix services by DJ Deep State aka Gearmaster on the flip.

PREMIERE: Cyanica - Shift

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Label founder Phasmid returns to Taipan with 'Immersions' - a collaborative project that sees him work with a lethal cohort of producers from throughout his international tour.

Four moody, menacing club tracks that fuse mind-warping sound design with standout bass weight.

PREMIERE: Phasmid & miaaa - Lost Myvi

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Spiralling endlessly, Saku Niamh’s angular, edgy beat science makes a perfect match for our 57th outing. Setting off with a nod to golden-era intelligent drum and bass on “soul talk”, piling up the angst on the quasi-industrial hammering of “sick”, and pushing out lysergic, IDM-techno hybrids on “circling” and “melting”. Niamh’s music hints its origins in deeply personal plights through buzzing, sharp sound design, fantastically rounded off with the lethargy of an aptly titled “peace in me”.

PREMIERE: Saku niamh - circling

For our 9th premiere we are excited to debut a track from the third release on Axe Traxx, sub-label of London-based Axe on Wax Records. The vinyl-only, hand stamped VA features distinct tracks from label owner Fede LNG, Kid Mark, Hamsa International’s DJ Pegasuz and FTPup and Russian duo Ruff & Stax.

Fede LNG – ‘XX’ takes a closer turn to techno territory with a relentless distorted kick, noisy hats and jagged claps. The visceral quality and controlled chaos of the track will undoubtedly deliver late-night assaults to any warehouse, basement or hybrid of the two. We are lucky to have the opportunity to showcase the taste and production skill of Fede LNG and Axe Traxx – stream ‘XX’ below! Don’t sleep on the pre-orders, this one will undoubtedly sell out as well. Pre-order : http://bit.ly/2duQbZ4

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PREMIERE : Fede Lng - XX

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Dream Raw Recordings, self-proclaimed underground label for all kind of fresh dreamy, hazy, lo-fi, raw house, are gearing up to release a V/A comp of gems from a staggering, 36 artists. Faithful to the motto, “too many good tracks,” DRR decided it’d make sense to organize a digital release full of tunes from artists you may already follow, and a bunch you most likely do not. The collection of tracks is wide ranging, spanning mellow house full of dreamy pads and emotional detuned lo-fi pianos to tape recorded acid jams and jungle.

An immediate standout from the pack, Belfast producer Wallabee’s “Feel” features a dramatic, vintage sounding piano loop that creeps over deep drums and under signature lo-fi hats and snares. Adding more fuel to the fire, a heavily reverbed sample of Timbaland’s famous adlibs on Aaliyah’s “Are You That Somebody” is the perfect complement to an already tripped out track. If you were up on your stuff, you would have heard this track already. Five months ago, Wallabee self-released it via his SoundCloud page. Having smartly signed the track, Dream Raw adds an excellent track to an already impressive collection of tunes. A dig through Wallabee’s discography shows a penchant for deep lo-fi house, glistening pianos, and heavy reverb. One could easily get lost in more than one of his productions. Hint, hint…someone should sign his other track, “2K17.” For many, this will be a nice intro to an unknown producer, and we’ll certainly be watching out for Wallabee’s next releases.

Stay tuned for the rest of the compilation to drop. At 36 tracks, there are bound to be a couple you’ll love.

PREMIERE : Wallabee - Feel

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Axe on Wax readies the second release from their sub-label PNP and as we’ve come to expect from them it’s a quality V/A stocked full of bangin’ edits. Fans of lo-fi, disco house, and deep house will all find something worthwhile here, and these will certainly be receiving club play from many of your favorite DJs.

In addition to tracks from Slamb, Turk Turkelton, Fede Lng, and gutinstinct, the PNP 002 features a track from the 18 year old German slugger DJ Swagger (soundcloud). Swagger, having previously released on Natural Sciences and E-Beamz, is in top form here, delivering an energetic track with a cheeky sample, buttery smooth chords, and a classic 909 drum workout. This isn’t ground breaking work, but compared to more “basic” lo-fi disco edits this proves to be something special. Swagger’s choice of sample was key here, and his manipulation of the female vocal is the cherry on top of an already solid record. If you’ve been following his progress as a producer, you already know that Swagger is a versatile musician; he’s released everything from lo-fi house to deep house to breaks to acid and techno, a testament to the young German’s matured musical talent. Keep an eye on this kid.

PNP 002

PREMIERE : DJ Swagger - I Don't Need Your Love

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Following in the scuffed up, skate shoe footsteps of many of this year's breakout producers, Slamb (soundcloud) came on our radar after appearing at the top of Axe on Wax’s PNP 002 — a Bolting Bits favorite and thoroughly of the times V/A compilation of cheeky and sleazy edits and reinterpretations presented. Once again holding on to his A1 spot, Slamb is now debuting on Whyte Numbers’ (remember, sometimes Blaq Numbers) 4th release alongside fellow up-and-comers Tilman, Enliven, and DJ Psychiatre.

All four tracks here are perfectly in tune with the current movement of rough, DJ-ready tracks with well enough intrigue for the casual listener. With “I Want Your”, we’re treated to Slamb’s knack for unearthing catchy samples and combining them with dusty, in your face grooves. Nothing’s hiding in this straightforward belter and it comes to life as a perfectly suited club track arranged to dance-floor perfection (well, almost perfect — we’ll let the listeners and DJs decide about the surprise fade out at the end of the track).

On "You will feel better I promise" Tilman goes toe-to-toe with Slamb for banging, feel-good edit while dialing up the crunch factor somewhere between an old cassette and your Aunt's forgotten (and dusty) record collection. The B-side tones things down ever so slightly with Enliven smart and synthy, "Waitsome" and DJ Psychiatre's perfect closer of a track, "Let me tell u".

Whyte Numbers 004 is available now for pre-order and is due out in early December. As with the previous 3 release, 004 is vinyl only so if you want to get your hands on it, you’d better act quick.

PREMIERE : Slamb - I Want Your

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With his shift to a more deeper sound in the past few years @DeejayAstral has crafted a dark and brooding style reminiscent of earlier house and techno. On “Duality” from his new Pack the Pipe split EP on @whos-susan with @Fede-Lng, the Berlin based producer creates a moody atmosphere with elements from both the UK and German scenes. 

The bassline drifts and drifts across the track, leaving space for the warmth and pulse of the kick and hi-hats. Over time it loosens more and finds moments to fill the space in between other sounds with its depth. The main sample builds slowly with a tunnel reverb that bleeds out behind the drums and melodies while vinyl grooves and noise move in and out of the left and right channels of the stereo field. While the layering and sounds present interesting sonic palettes, it comes as no surprise from a DJ known to play with the likes of Baltra and Mall Grab.
 
All the while the main vocal sample slides in and around the other elements of the track. As is tradition within lo-fi house tracks the sample manages to evoke both somber and uplifting emotions all at once. It matches the brooding feel of the bassline while also reaching the heights of the main refrain. With subtle reverb giving it the sense of desperation and tension it cuts through the mix and compliments the songs main melodic presence. As he teases another drop at the end of the track you’re unsure of whether the person talking to themselves in the bathroom mirror made it out to conquer their adversity.

“Duality” is one of two tracks by Deejay Astral from the upcoming Pack the Pipe EP with Fede Lng. Out 1.15.18.

PREMIERE : Deejay Astral - Duality

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When it comes to producing dance-floor ready edits, few are doing it better than Tilman and Johannes Albert. Having started the label Fine together back in 2016, these German-based lads have used their imprint to share their takes on some of disco's greatest tunes from the past. In their upcoming release titled The Weekender, the two have decided to join forces once again by coming out with a 4-track EP that will have DJs around the world chomping at the bit to rinse them out in their sets.

The lead track from the EP is called "Beach Reach," and was produced by Mr. Albert. Fans of the British funk band Delegation will instantly recognize this song as an edit of their original "Stand Up Reach For The Sky." Johannes is quite respectful in his rendition of the tune, leaving a lot of its key elements intact. Instead, Johannes chooses to up the intensity by using expertly selected guitar riffs and percussion to create looped melodies which transform the song into an unadulterated groove!

PREMIERE : Johannes Albert - Beach Reach

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While we’re less sure about who/what Momios is and why they/it should be fought, the acid and jazz parts of our premiere are self-evident. Fighting Momios With Acid And Jazz is the B1 cut from the upcoming second release of Leicester label, Flat White. Bogota’s Felipe Gordon is the artist behind the record that encompasses a lot of what we like at Bolting Bits: flavours of house, disco, techno and interesting blends of samples and original instrumentation.

The "Deep Fried Banana" EP is a five-tracker featuring a remix from The Last Trip To Gandahar, whose work we’ve premiered before. There isn’t a track we wouldn’t buy on this record, but our premiere is the stand out for us. While the percussive elements cut in and out, dusty-sounding jazz piano samples and a looped acid synth-line staple this track almost all the way through. It’s one of those pieces of music that feel like every part is completely intentional – even the rough bits are supposed to be rough. Felipe Gordon has built an impressive resume for himself recently, with releases on London’s Quintessentials and Berlin’s Toy Tonics, and we’re happy we can play a part in getting the word out on this guy, because his future looks bright. Also on the record, check out: Groove 37 (if funky basslines and dissonant keys are your thing) and The Last Trip To Gandahar’s driving, dance-focused remix of the EP’s title track, Deep Fried Banana.

PREMIERE : Felipe Gordon - Fighting Momios With Acid And Jazz

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LA-based music company, Godmode, is known for taking way-left artists and bringing them slightly more to the center.  After breaking Shamir and Yaeji, the label is back with their latest signing, Channel Tres. Channel grew up in the Compton neighborhood of Los Angeles, and his music is a clear representation of the surly attitude of West Coast rap reimagined with the stylings of Detroit house. Fans of Galcher Lustwerk would be wise to check out this project. Similar to the NYC legend, Channel’s voice is effortlessly deep, expertly processed, and a perfect compliment to his deep, sultry instrumentals.

“Top Down” oozes swagger. While a Paranoid London-esque acid bassline rips through ethereal pads, Channel croons, “bet you ain't never heard shit like this from the block before.” He’s not completely wrong. While he’s not the first to champion a sound like this, he certainly has few modern peers. Aside from how dope the song is, I really appreciate the emphasis he places on individuality as an artist. He says, “never let the scene choose you. Never met a man this cool.” For me, it’s essential for a musician to be original, to believe in the uniqueness of their music, and to not conform to the standards set by a saturated scene. Going forward, I hope Channel sticks to his words. It’s not everyday you hear a debut this polished and full of a variety of influences. I’ll be waiting to hear these tunes at my NYC after-hours, but until then, I’m about to cut the top off my Saturn and slow-ride through Brooklyn. Here’s your invite.

Channel Tres’ self-titled debut is out now.

Channel Tres

PREMIERE : Channel Tres - Top Down

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Long Island Sound continue their sonic explorations on their own imprint, Signs of Space. Following from the success of the label’s maiden voyage, ‘Broken Signals’ features four expansive cuts from the Irish-born, Berlin-based pair.

Always making, never made. Out early October.

Broken Signals

PREMIERE: Long Island Sound - I Still Love You

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