Apocalyptic Decadence

Creepin up the Tempo

As 2022 concludes, Marcel Fengler opens a new career chapter with the announcement of ‘10 Years IMF’, an inspiring compilation that marks a decade of his influential label Index Marcel Fengler.

A “heart project” two years in the making, the work showcases 12 cuts exclusive to the compilation, and in-line with the imprint’s ethos, unites established and emerging artists. At the same time, true to Fengler’s own vision, it presents productions that span the full breadth of the techno genre – whether it be funky, elegant, industrial, atmospheric or broken beat, right through to the harder techno variety, ’10 Years IMF’ stands as Fengler’s personal manifesto of techno and the artistic possibilities of the genre.

Functional and thrilling in equal doses, the compilation explores Fengler’s multi-faceted vision of techno, curating a line-up of tracks from artists across the generations; there’s Etapp Kyle intricate breakbeat-laden ‘None’, Dasha Rush’s full-bodied industrial funk ‘RAW 21’, the frenetic grooves of SHDW & Obscure Shape’s ‘Deep Rising’ and .VRIL’s incandescent synth-led ‘Hybris’, alongside a troupe of fresh talent still in their production infancy.
STEYA, who’s set to release her debut EP on IMF in 2023, gives us an exciting taste of what’s to come with ‘Prototype X’, a deliciously punchy cut imbued with plenty of swing; prodigal teenage talent Cratan aka Decoder is rated by Fengler as the most exciting young talent in techno and the silky sci-fi weapon ‘Lazka’ makes a terrific highlight. “A wonderful tune that ideally completed the V/A like a missing puzzle piece,” the IMF boss shares before promising there will be more to come for Cratan on the label. Rising Berlin-based Ukrainian producer Chontane is another who excites him, joining the label off the back off strong cuts on Arts and Rekids, with ‘Dira’: “His style is a good balance of soulful sound layers and a big portion of danceable grooves. I absolutely love it.” Rodiaz’s ‘The Ancient Sage’ has been a beloved go-to track to close out sets for Fengler and appropriately winds out the project. It’s a timely reminder that techno can be simultaneously elegant and powerful and the dancefloor need not suffer any loss of energy because of it. “He sent me a playlist of uncompromising stunners and each track was better than the last,” he buzzes. “Expect more bangers on IMF soon.”

PRE ORDER: https://indexmarcelfengler.bandcamp.com/album/10-years-index-marcel-fengler
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PREMIERE: Dasha Rush – RAW 21 [ Index Marcel Fengler ]

Label: M4rlow Records 

Mastering: Paul Render 

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Oliver Kalte - Drehfeld
Release Date: 12-12-2025
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Visuals by: Duniz
Mastered by: RNDMZR
Sound quality: 128 kbps
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Music Publisher: Solid Tracks
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REFLECTION

VAULT EP: https://on.soundcloud.com/fBosjGvL5gy2n4bcqh

available as free download 

Mastering: Clay Ostrer

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Lewis Fautzi - Degrees [Figure89]

@Norman-Nodge is back with four new tracks of deep, narcotic techno. A lawyer by trade, on ‘Embodiment EP’ Nodge reflects on decades of observing how dancers develop an intuitive relationship to music and process new sounds. “Tacit Knowing” (A1) is a nod to the feedback loop between the instincts of dancer and producer, combining bassline, breakbeats and Detroit-like strings, which subtly develop into a cavernous techno roller. In contrast, “Discipline” (A2) is aggressive, updated peaktime acid packed with the sounds of metal and overdriven snares.

On the flipside, “Gathering” (B1) is a bongo-heavy tribal groover, while “Embodiment” references a more halcyon Ostgut Ton aesthetic – one that resonates not only in the space of the club but also within the bodies of those occupying it.

Embodiment EP

Discipline

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Confess

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Planetary Assault Systems | Rip The Cut

Title: Amotik 011
Label: Amotik
Catalogue: AMTK011
Release: 10 Jul 2020

A1 Amotik - Ikyavan
A2 Amotik - Baavan
B1 Amotik - Tirepan
B2 Amotik - Chauwan

Pre-order: https://amotik.bandcamp.com/album/amotik-011

AMTK011 B2 Amotik - Chauwan

We Are Not Alone Pt. 1

Lullaby

Yan Cook - Lullaby - SNIPPET

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What matters is music that moves: bodies, spirits, emotions.

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