Marking a quarter-century of, Swiss duo In Flagranti present a mix steeped in their patchwork aesthetic, stitching together threads of 70s disco, 80s post-punk, and 90s US house.
Full interview here; https://www.theransomnote.com/music/mixes/in-flagranti-the-altered-currents-ransom-note-mix/

INTERVIEW

In Flagranti - The 'Altered Currents' Ransom Note Mix

Francisco Castorina is an Argentinian DJ,
curator and music journalist based in
Barcelona. CISCO is the binding pseudonym
of a variety of music personalities that have
always been serving the dancefloor. He is an
eclectic selector who mixes rhythms and
styles such as post disco, electronic funk,
outsider house, downtempo cuts, psychedelic
synth excursions, club experiments and much
more. Each set is always a new possible tale,
leaving genre atavisms aside.
Cisco has been around the music world since 2008 when he created Undertones parties, an icon of
Buenos Aires independent scene for ten years. The events grew vertiginously until becoming a
landmark where the best local and international DJs, producers and music groups performed. Quickly,
Undertones evolved into a more ambitious project while becoming a record label and an agency that
gathered talented musicians, DJs, designers and visual artists. Touring around Argentina and South
America became an everyday thing for the gang. Also, for many years he was resident and curator of
Niceto Club, one of the most important clubs in Argentina with more than twenty years of experience.
Not only a venue, but a local cultural institution.
Since 2019 Cisco is based in Barcelona, where he is resident and crew member of Playground
Records. He also plays regularly at some of the most fresh underground parties and clubs like
Razzmatazz, La Terraza, Freedonia, Laut, El Sótano (Madrid), Sameheads (Berlin), Renate (Berlin),
among others.
In 2020 he founded Avoiding the Issue, an international PR agency dedicated to the promotion and
development of some of today's most thriving club music labels such as Optimo Music, Multi-Culti,
Cómeme, Slow Motion, Hard Fist, Ombra International, Italo Moderni, Playground, Paradise Palms, to
name just a few.
With more than ten years of experience playing around the world, he has shared the decks with
prestigious artists like Moodymann, Theo Parrish, John Talabot, Erol Alkan, Palms Trax, Move D,
Dekmantel Soundsystem, Hercules & Love Affair, Prins Thomas, Kaytranada, Giorgio Moroder,
Alexander Robotnick, DJ Koze, Roman Flugel, Michael Mayer, Chromeo, Jungle, Tim Sweeney,
A-Trak, Justin Robertson, Matias Aguayo, Theus Mago, Zombies in Miami, Shubostar, Franz Scala,
Daniel Mónaco, Mijo, Iñigo Vontier, Mystery Affair, Alejandro Paz, Kapote a.k.a Munk, Juan Maclean,
Blondish, Discodeine, Golden Bug, Budino, Elfenberg, among many others.

Links:
Soundcloud : https://on.soundcloud.com/NieA3x8swuJG86FSA
Mixcloud : https://www.mixcloud.com/cisco2disco/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/ciscotodisco?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Playground Records : https://www.instagram.com/playground.records?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Avoidingtheissue : https://www.instagram.com/avoidingtheissue?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Cisco - 15th November 2024

https://soundcloud.com/kalexis-dj
https://soundcloud.com/paulor_thelord
https://soundcloud.com/peter-invasion
https://soundcloud.com/gregor-habicht
https://soundcloud.com/riotvan-family
🛒 https://riotvan.bandcamp.com
🔊 https://youtu.be/-4AQLr-VQ90

Kalexis & Paulor return to Riotvan one year after their initial appearance with their „In Between EP' inviting a fresh spectrum of global talent to reimagine their cosmic soundscapes. The release, arriving digitally on December 13th, features remixes by Skelesys, label head Peter Invasion Gregor Habicht, and Mala Ika who are adding fresh energy and creative depth to the originals. The trio of remixes delves deep into the auditory core of „In Between' whith each artist introducing their own flair while respecting the integrity of Kalexis & Paulor's initial work. From industrial rhythms to bright, disco-tinged atmospheres, each reinterpretation expands the EP's original ambiance into new territory. Going Through The Void (Skelesys Remix) The EP's atmospheric opener with only bass guitar driving its rhythm, receives a darker, pulsating treatment from Skelesys. Introducing a kick, electric guitar, and sharper snare, Skelesys amplifies the track's heartbeat, weaving in Berlin's raw edge with South American intensity. At 105 BPM, this version brings a steady structure while remaining faithful to the mystique of the original. Lashes (Peter Invasion & Gregor Habicht Remix) Peter Invasion and Gregor Habicht take the hypnotic, distortion-heavy 'Lashes' to chaotic new heights. Layered with arpeggiated sounds their remix adds a structured dynamism that contrasts yet complements the track's underlying turbulence. The result is a chaotic harmony, capturing the track's essence while expanding its auditory impact. Energy (Mala Ika Remix) Taking inspiration from In Between's standout dancefloor gem 'Energy,' Paris-based Mala Ika channels Kraftwerk-like vibes with an elevated pitch and vocal stabs that infuse a lighter, almost disco feel. The remix adds brightness and an irresistible house rhythm, lifting the darker original into a pulsing, robotic world, creating a track that feels equally human and mechanical. The „In Between' remixes offer fresh perspectives on Kalexis & Paulor's sound, inviting everyone to explore vibrant new dimensions of the original tracks. This digital-only bundle is a must-listen for enthusiasts of globally inspired electronica.

PREMIERE: Kalexis & Paulor - In Between (Peter Invasion & Gregor Habicht Remix) [Riotvan]

Artist: Etika
Track: Riot (Fernanda Arrau Remix)
Label: Good Skills
Release date: 27/02/2025
Buy: www.beatport.com/release/physical-therapy/4895001

PREMIERE: Etika - Riot (Fernanda Arrau Remix) [Good Skills]

Artist Information:
Soundcloud: @peter-invasion
Instagram: www.instagram.com/peterinvasion/

Banger Podcast #58 by Peter Invasion

Artist: Niev
Track: Ciao (Stripped Mix)
Label: Duro Label
Release date: 07/03/2025
Buy: www.beatport.com/release/mariokarlos/4937801

PREMIERE: Niev - Ciao (Stripped Mix) [Duro Label]

The first release on Riotvan in 2025 comes from a fresh and emerging talent out of Mexico. We're talking about JaasRoo from Xalapa. There seems to be something in the water in that city, as it’s already given us the likes of Rebolledo and Paulor, and now this exceptional artist. His EP taps into nostalgia, yet avoids the cliché of retro trends. Instead, he delivers a distinct and contemporary blend of disco, trippy textures, and a clear affection for analog sounds. We’re genuinely excited about this debut release from a rising star whose journey is only just beginning.

JaasRoo - Sound (Extended) [RIOTVAN]

sonic journey into space and sound. This debut EP from Charlie Levan encompasses experimental and boundary pushing electronic music that resonates on the dance floor and with listeners and connoisseurs of authentically original electronic music that does not follow any boundary. An avant-garde composition of songs and tracks that live beyond the dance floor.

BUY on BANDCAMP

PREMIERE : Charlie Levan - Decade After

A sonic journey into space and sound. This debut EP from Charlie Levan encompasses experimental and boundary pushing electronic music that resonates on the dance floor and with listeners and connoisseurs of authentically original electronic music that does not follow any boundary. An avant-garde composition of songs and tracks that live beyond the dance floor.

https://charlielevan.bandcamp.com/album/space-tales-ep

Charlie Levan - Saturn Steps

https://soundcloud.com/anticoffcl
🛒 https://anticmusic.bandcamp.com/album/fire-and-stardom

‘Fire and Stardom’ — the new two-track EP from Antic - Release date July 17th 

‘Fire and Stardom’ EP is a vivid return to the dancefloor displaying an array of energy and colour, from techno to disco, from brooding to hope-filled, from dark-room to sun-drenched.

The first track ‘Fire’ twists and turns between tension and release. Blending techno elements together with moments of synth pop. All-driven by a hypnotic, direct and power-laden groove.

The second track ´Stardom´is a burst of dry-humour and . With a wonderfully playful vocal by Zena Kitt, it plays with ideas of vanity and vulnerability. It weaves together soul and disco chords into frenzied loops that burst, fizz and then fall. All pushed along by a driving house beat. 

These two tracks are just the start of an exciting new journey for Antic — one packed with colour, optimism, and the unmistakable mark of musical maturity.

Tracklist:

1- Fire
2- Stardom

PREMIERE: Antic - Stardom feat. Zena Kitt

An hour music tale of dreamy deep acid disco-house recorded in Buenos Aires in January 2019.
#disco #house #deep #acid #synth #indie

Cisco to Disco #1 (2019)

Francisco Castorina is an Argentinian DJ, curator and music journalist based in Barcelona. CISCO is the binding pseudonym of a variety of music personalities that have always been serving the dancefloor. He is an eclectic selector who mixes rhythms and styles such as post disco, electronic funk, outsider house, downtempo cuts, psychedelic synth excursions, club experiments and much more. Each set is always a new possible tale, leaving genre atavisms aside.

Cisco has been around the music world since 2008 when he created Undertones parties, an icon of Buenos Aires independent scene for ten years. The events grew vertiginously until becoming a landmark where the best local and international DJs, producers and music groups performed. Quickly, Undertones evolved into a more ambitious project while becoming a record label and an agency that gathered talented musicians, DJs, designers and visual artists. Touring around Argentina and South America became an everyday thing for the gang. Also, for many years he was resident and curator of Niceto Club, one of the most important clubs in Argentina with more than twenty years of experience. Not only a venue, but a local cultural institution.

Since 2019 Cisco is based in Barcelona, where he is resident and crew member of Playground Records. He also plays regularly at some of the most fresh underground parties and clubs like Razzmatazz, La Terraza, Freedonia, Laut, El Sótano (Madrid), Sameheads (Berlin), Renate (Berlin), among others. 
In 2020 he founded Avoiding the Issue, an international PR agency dedicated to the promotion and development of some of today's most thriving club music labels such as Optimo Music, Multi-Culti, Cómeme, Slow Motion, Hard Fist, Ombra International, Italo Moderni, Playground, Paradise Palms, to name just a few. 

With more than ten years of experience playing around the world, he has shared the decks with prestigious artists like Moodymann, Theo Parrish, John Talabot, Erol Alkan, Palms Trax, Move D, Dekmantel Soundsystem, Hercules & Love Affair, Prins Thomas, Kaytranada, Giorgio Moroder, Alexander Robotnick, DJ Koze, Roman Flugel, Michael Mayer, Chromeo, Jungle, Tim Sweeney, A-Trak, Justin Robertson, Matias Aguayo, Theus Mago, Zombies in Miami, Shubostar, Franz Scala, Daniel Mónaco, Mijo, Iñigo Vontier, Mystery Affair,  Alejandro Paz, Kapote a.k.a Munk, Juan Maclean, Blondish, Discodeine, Golden Bug, Budino, Elfenberg, among many others.

Cisco to Disco #1 (2019)

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