Nico Efstratiou is leaving his imprint on the South African music scene with his most recent catalog illustrating the afro-infused electronic sound he is becoming known for. Nico has been crowned the winner of the Hunters x Jacquel Culture House competition in Cape Town, being selected by Sun-El Musician to work with him.

In 2022, Nico returned to Dtuned Records with his single - Soma Páei, which playlisted on Apple Music’s ‘Afro House Nation’ and Amazon Music’s leading ‘Afro House’ playlist in Europe, Australia, and South America. The release was also supported by Dialekt Radio (Sultan +Sheperd) and 5FM’s in Das We Trust (Das Kapital).

‘I love storytelling, and that’s something I try to bring across in every record I write’ - Nico is known for his ability to merge synthetic sounds and rhythmic layers while keeping emotional songwriting at the core of his work.

To top it off, Nico has been a resident of Stellenbosch’s iconic ‘Sunday School Sessions’ for 2 years and has just bridged into the UK scene performing at Moles – a venue known for hosting the likes of Carl Cox, Massive Attack, and Peggy Gou to name a few.
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NMR039 - Nachtmusik Radio - Nico Efstratiou (ZA)

City of Drums Black Label Presents: "Sad" - A Captivating Collaboration by Mathew Brabham and Drea Perlon

The electronic music scene is set to experience an exhilarating moment with the upcoming release of "Sad," a compelling EP by the renowned live act and producer Mathew Brabham in collaboration with the talented vocalist Drea Perlon. Under the esteemed banner of City of Drums Black Label, this release, scheduled for February 16th, promises to captivate the hearts of music enthusiasts.

"Sad" transcends being merely a track; it is a sonic journey inspired by the profound emotions of life. Mathew Brabham, not only an experienced live performer but also a gifted producer, joins forces with the unique voice of Drea Perlon to create an atmosphere that guides the audience through highs and lows. The song delves into the challenges of life when it gets tough, and uncertainty looms, yet it radiates an optimistic message: "Everything will be okay."

The EP doesn't stop at the touching title track "Sad"; it also features another impressive composition by Mathew Brabham titled "Twilight of Existence." This Progressive House track offers a dynamic contrast, showcasing the versatile artistic capabilities of Mathew Brabham.

The EP "Sad" is set to be released on February 16th on all major streaming platforms. Music enthusiasts can embark on an emotional journey as Mathew Brabham and Drea Perlon combine their talents to create a musical experience that resonates long after the last note.

Mathew Brabham & Drea Perlon - Sad

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🎧 Dive into "The 'Don't Get Me Wrong' Show - Episode 14" with DJ Frank Stahl. Recorded on Nov 20, 2023, this 2-hour mix is a vibrant journey through Melodic, Driven, and Peak Time Techno. Featuring 44 tracks, each one is a unique story in our sonic adventure.

🌟 Highlights include John Wolf's 'Rise up', the dynamic 'Outside World' (Bart Skils & Weska Remix), and the captivating 'Aria' by Argy & Omnya. Experience the energy of 'Trust Your Instinct' by Canta and the depth of 'In Control' by Kaufmann (DE).

🚀 This episode is more than a mix; it's an exploration of techno's emotional and rhythmic landscapes. Let each beat and melody transport you to a world where music speaks louder than words.

🖤 Join us on this unforgettable journey. Feel the pulse of techno and let it resonate within.

XOXO
Frank Stahl & Lady Plüsch

Full Track List:
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1: Fatum - Thade (Extended Mix)
2: Baset - Fallen Between Cracks (Original Mix)
3: Alex Kogan - Chimurenga (Original Mix)
4: SWS, Gabry C - Blow (Original Mix)
5: Jordan Arts - Otherside (Original Mix)
6: Nihil Young - Lysergic (Original Mix)
7: Prophecy - Oracle (Extended Mix)
8: Luccas Deo - Elysium (Original Mix)
9: John Wolf - Rise up (Original Mix)
10: OUT OF MIND, Franky Wah - The Prophecy (Original Mix)
11: Mila Rubio - Galaxy Trip (Original Mix)
12: SKIY - Humanity (Extended Mix)
13: Sunbeam - Outside World (Bart Skils & Weska Extended Remix)
14: The Advocate - Fall Away feat. Sarah de Warren (Extended Mix)
15: Canta - Trust Your Instinct (Original Mix)
16: Barbur - Rise of Desert (Original Mix)
17: Melodicr - Ascension (Original Mix)
18: Diode Eins - Chromatic (Supacooks Remix)
19: Justus Reim - Idiosyncrasy (Original Mix)
20: Jas Hirson - My Men (Original Mix)
21: Grigoré - Upside Down (Original Mix)
22: Bigfett - Signals (Extended Mix)
23: Bart Skils, Weska - Something More (Original Mix)
24: Canta - Dark Echo (Original Mix)
25: Hasan Ghazi, Quddus Kay - Liquid Fury (Original Mix)
26: Hiboo, Patrick Scuro - Elevator (Original Mix)
27: Kaufmann (DE) - In Control (Original Mix)
28: Novem Vivit - Feed Your Soul (Original Mix)
29: Rangel Coelho, Hanstler - Epic Crisis (Original Mix)
30: RooneyNasr - Final Space (Original Mix)
31: Township Rebellion, NoNameLeft - Expand Now (Original Mix)
32: Argy, Omnya - Aria (Extended Mix)
33: John Wolf - Monday (Original Mix)
34: Patrick Ruprecht - Dreaming (Original Mix)
35: ISMAIL.M, Redspace - Protocol (Original Mix)
36: Belocca - The Core (Original Mix)
37: Chris Veron, AAD (DE) - Secret Beach (Extended Mix)
38: Fade. - Legends (Original Mix)
39: Hiboo, Daniel Weirdo - Be Free (Original Mix)
40: Ka-Way - Angie (Original Mix)
41: Matador - Sol (Original Mix)
42: MPathy - Spike (Cary Crank Extended Remix)
43: Stephan Maman - Dopamine (Original Mix)
44: Binaryh - Inertia (Original Mix)

Frank Stahl - The "Don`t Get Me Wrong" Show - Episode 14

Depeche Mode - Photographic (Rune Cosmic Remix)



Mario Navajo presents: The Man Cave Club Mix No.III




Episode III - Mario Navajo - Man Cave Mix

Recording of a set performed on Twitch 4.05.24 -- on this one we go join the TQN Friday Night Riot EXPRESS Raid Train! For this mix, we dive into the heavier side of Melodic Techno. 
 
Live shows on Twitch --> https://twitch.tv/djjustinj

I hope you enjoy this music from the amazing artists below! 

Track | Artist(s)
1. Intelligence (Extended Mix) - Pavel Petrov, Rafael Cerato
2. Endeavour (Yubik Remix) - Denes Toth
3. Spiral (Extended Mix) - Ovadia
4. Inner Rhythm (Original Mix) - Victor Calderone, Mykol
5. Ringo (Miss Monique Extended Remix) - Lufthaus
6. Baby 2000 (Original Mix) - Ankytrixx
7. Marvelous Light (Original Mix) - Jonas Saalbach
8. Renderizzazione (Original Mix) - Inare
9. Zahroza (Original Mix) (Liminal) - Bdc, Mzelv
10. Telekinetic (Original Mix) - Artifex Mundi
11. Sorry (With Madonna) (Miss Monique Remix) - Darmon, Eran Hersh, Blond-Ish, Madonna, Miss Monique
12. Wanna Dance (Original Mix) - Hidden Empire
13. The Future (Extended Mix) - Ed Lopes, Jønny

Melodic Techno Mix | Stream #42 | TQN Friday Night Riot EXPRESS Raid Train

Naked Lounge 04/24

Stream & Download:
https://artists.landr.com/064837714325

Hugs

Hugs (Radio Edit)

Little Simz - SOS (Tia Ottman Bootleg)

New House Music set for April 2020, enjoy! - Raul

Raul Diaz April 2020 House Mix

City of Drums Black Label is a German Label for electronic music, based near Munich.
Send your demos to demo@cityofdrums.de

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