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Bandcamp: https://butane-alphahouse.bandcamp.com
Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/label/extrasketch/63563
Limited vinyl --> https://www.deejay.de/extrasketch

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Extrasketch

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Closing out 2023 in style, 'Underground Business, Vol. 3' is a testament to Butane's unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of underground dance music. Each track in the series showcases his dedication to producing high-quality, innovative music that defies conventions and expectations.  Set to become a staple in DJ sets and a must-listen for electronic music enthusiasts, his 'Underground Business' trilogy further solidifies Butane's status as a pioneering force in the industry.

Butane - It's A Little Too Much [Extrasketch 050]

Butane - Bizarre Bazaar [Extrasketch 050]

Butane - A Strange Emotion [Extrasketch 050]

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A deep, micro & minimal compilation with 11 tracks, from different parts of the globe as: Argentina, Azerbaijan, Colombia, Ecuador, España, México and China.

Mastering Pedro D'Alessandro.
Cover Chu Malkovich.

PREMIERE: DJ Sauce - King Of Nowhere [WAPMEP028]

Pynewood is back on SEHR with a new minimal house release that will make you dance all night long. The original tracks feature catchy bass lines and smooth melodies. The release also includes two remixes by Bee Lincoln and Masupilami, who add their own flavors to the tracks. Bee Lincoln’s remix takes Inspire to new heights with a faster tempo a more complex drum pattern. Masupilami’s remix sends you on wild flights with a more atmospheric approach. Whether you prefer the original or the remixes, this release is a must-have for any minimal house lover.

Chemtrails

Pynewood - Chemtrails (Original Mix)

https://phonichouse1.bandcamp.com/album/pnh129-harr-obvious-lie-incl-mobile-soul-system-remix

Harr's original compositions lay the foundation with brooding basslines, intricate percussion, and hypnotic synth patterns that seem to echo from the depths of an underground realm. The tracks are meticulously designed to draw the listener into a sonic labyrinth, where each beat is a deliberate step deeper into the unknown.

Mobile Soul System's remixes bring an additional layer of intrigue and intensity to the album. Known for their masterful command of sonic manipulation, they skillfully deconstruct and reconstruct Harr's compositions, injecting their signature touch to elevate the dark minimal techno experience. The remixes seamlessly blend with the original tracks, creating a symbiotic relationship that amplifies the album's overall impact.

Harr - Obvious Lie (Mobile Soul System Remix) [PNH129] [PREMIERE]

Extrasketch is back with a bang. Butane and Riko Forinson combine forces once again on ‘You Make Me’, adding yet another stand-out EP to their impressive catalog.  

Dating back to 2019 with their first collaborative release, Extrasketch 014, the duo has certainly come a long way, making appearances together on eighteen further EPs on the imprint. Extrasketch boss Butane and his trusty production partner Riko Forinson continue to serve up their highly creative take on underground-focused dance music, spanning the breadth of deep house, techno and beyond. Delivering their first tracks together of the year, late March welcomes a trio of fresh house offerings as they link up once again on ‘You Make Me’.

Dubby and heady, yet driving and hypnotic, title cut ‘You Make Me’ is straight-up, no-nonsense house business made for the floor, with the track’s provocative female vocals ebbing and flowing in the mix. Imploring party-goers to 'Stick Around', the next cut veers towards more sun-drenched shuffling spheres, with skippy drums and shimmering lead melodies. ‘What I Need’ brings a timeless and classy balance of warped synth lines and soulful vocals to close the show.  

Butane & Riko Forinson ‘You Make Me’ drops via Extrasketch on 29th March 2024.

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You Make Me

Butane & Riko Forinson - You Make Me [Extrasketch 052]

Butane & Riko Forinson - Stick Around [Extrasketch 052]

Butane & Riko Forinson - What I Need [Extrasketch 052]

Get it here --> https://linktr.ee/littlehelpers

Little Helpers, founded by Butane (Andrew Rasse) and Someone Else (Sean O'Neal) in 2009, has won a reputation over the past decade for being an underground dance music label par excellence. Recently named by Mixmag as one of its Top-50 labels of the last ten years, it has firmly established itself as a go-to imprint for DJs who value deep, timeless, functional dance music. Whether breaking undiscovered talent to the international market, or releasing EPs from accomplished pros, Little Helpers marches relentlessly forward to the drumbeat of quality.

Saño vs Butane - Little Helper 412-2

VP001

Volpat - My Life [LQ Promo]

German label Bondage Music delivers the tenth instalment of its ‘Bondage Games’ series. Another vinyl only release, this time with four fresh tracks from Dachshund, Sascha Dive, Pornbugs, Markus Homm and Alex Ranerro.

Bondage Games Pt. 10

Keep On

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Dachshund - Keep On

Butane Unveils Hilariously Absurd EP entitled "Absurd Theater"

Prepare for an unprecedented comedic sonic adventure as Butane drops his latest EP, "Absurd Theater," featuring two side-splitting tracks: "Let Me Blow Your Mind" and "Function One At The Strip Club."

In this groundbreakingly whimsical musical journey, Butane takes listeners on a rollercoaster of absurdity, blending cynical humor with infectious beats. From mind-blowing dancefloor surprises to zany strip club antics, "Absurd Theater" promises to be a laugh-out-loud experience for all.

Get ready to dance, laugh, fall in love, and groove to the hilarity of Butane's "Absurd Theater" EP, available now on all major platforms. Don't miss out on this comedic masterpiece!

Absurd Theater

Butane - Function One At The Strip Club [Extrasketch 053]

Butane -  Let Me Blow Your Mind [Extrasketch 053]

exclusive | NachoMarco - 909 File 3 | Chiwax

Valencia's Nacho Marco has an incredibly impressive back catalogue, with releases on brilliant labels including Freerange, Plastic City, Lazy Days, Ovum, We Play House and his own excellent Loudeast imprint too. Now added to the list is the irrepressible Chiwax, with his “The 909 Files" EP. 

Each track is simply titled 'File 1' through to “File 4“, so let's kick things off in the usual order. "File 1“ is a powerhouse of percussion and keys, with an almost Reese-esque bassline rumbling underneath. The weight of the kicks and the metronomic rattle of the rimshots thunders the track along, making this a very impressive opener. 

“File 2" slows the BPM down a few notches, the drums are again super-heavy (being from the 909, as the EP title gives away), but this time the keys take a softer approach, with glorious floating pads underpinning the mellow mood here. A wonderfully woozy closer to the A-side. 

Flipping over for “File 3“ on the B-side, the 909 is joined by our old friend the M1 bassline, with clipped vox parts adding to the energy pulsing through the track. Swinging along in a fashion reminiscent of classics such as  Kerri Chandler et'al, this is a superb straight-up warm house jam. 

Rounding the EP off, “File 4’"is built around a stabby church organ riff which nags away throughout the track, the punchy percussion and tinkling chords coming together in a swirl of joyous depth for the dancefloor. The bassline chugs away with its neat bounce, echoing the thump of the unmistakable 909 kicks, closing the EP off in the style it maintains throughout, namely exquisite dancefloor-driven house music which has a real timeless quality.

Buy the EP: https://dbh-music.com/shop/release_view/15736

Artist & label information
Nacho Marco: @nachomarco // https://instagram.com/djnachomarco 
Rawax/ Chiwax: @rawax-chiwax-housewax // https://instagram.com/rawaxmusic
DBH Music: @dbh-music // https://instagram.com/dbh_music_distribution

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The 909 Files EP

909 File 3

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exclusive | Nacho Marco - 909 File 3 | Chiwax

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DJ. Electronic Musician. Founder: Little Helpers, Alphahouse, Extrasketch.

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--bio--
Growing up in the midwestern United States, Butane was steeped in the classic underground house and techno sounds that originated in Chicago and Detroit. Further influences came from afar: New York house, west coast house, UK tech house, Cologne techno, Berlin minimal.  His formative years were spent on the dancefloors of legendary venues like Twilo and Vinyl in New York City, Space and Crobar during Miami's Winter Music Conference, and Rednofive in Chicago.

An avid record collector and DJ since 2002, Andrew’s infamous monthly party in St. Louis established an underground scene in the city and became a must-stop for touring international artists.  In 2004, Andrew embarked on his own artistic journey in the studio, despite lacking any formal musical training (a classically trained pianist he was not).  Proving to be a fast learner, his unique and eclectic sound began earning him worldwide acclaim on international record labels in a mere matter of months.  The German press dubbed him a “wunderkind”.  He moved to Berlin shortly after, residing in the city from 2006-2011.  

Now a resident of San Francisco, Butane is renowned for a steadfast commitment to his craft, and stands as a pillar of artistic integrity and consistency in the rapidly changing realm of electronic dance music.  He values studio work over social media, and boasts an impressive and sprawling discography released by some of the most respected imprints in the business.  As the founder of three labels of his own - Alphahouse, Little Helpers, and his new Extrasketch project - Butane's impact on the industry is both deep and enduring.

For over two decades, Andrew has traversed the globe curating unforgettable sonic experiences.  From underground raves to name-brand clubs, electrifying festival stages to poolside soirées, he has graced the decks in over 60 countries.  Infused with energy, finesse, and sophistication, his sets resonate deeply with in-the-know audiences.  Armed with a meticulously curated collection of custom edits, remastered classics, and hidden gems from decades in the house and techno business, Butane draws on his considerable experience moving crowds to deliver versatile, unpredictable, pitch-perfect performances.

Butane - It's A Little Too Much [Extrasketch 050]

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