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Feb_18

BUTCH - COUNTACH (KÖLSCH REMIX) - COR12150

There’s a big reason to celebrate, as we face the 150th release on Cocoon Recordings! That’s right, 150 prime cuts with a number of milestones. It’s hard to single out any one for particular praise but even so, we still have something very special planned for the anniversary. With a certain affection, we wanted to present an artist from the region so it’s with great pleasure that we can unveil “Countach” from the one and only Butch, as a more than worthy anniversary release. The native Mainzer and sometime Berliner is without doubt one of the most dazzling German Tech-House artists of the moment. His performances contain a full dose of funkiness and his self-made promo videos never fail to entertain, providing a lot of fun in the process. First and foremost though, Butch is an exceptional producer, who, as one of the chosen few, knows how to mix together those special ingredients that drag us onto the dance floor again and again. What’s more, since we really have something to celebrate, we don’t just have an original from Butch, it’s accompanied by a remix from none other than Kölsch!

If the term "man of the moment" applies to any artist then it’s got to be Kölsch! At least that’s true when it comes to hypnotic techno with a subtle yet seductive touch of trance. Kölsch is currently operating on another level. Whatever he touches turns to gold, turns moments on the dance floor into unforgettable experiences to be written down in the annals of techno.
His Kompakt release "Cassiopeia", as well as his remixes including the Chemical Brothers, stand out as musical testimonies of the past two years. The series of musical landmarks from the house of Kölsch is endless and his remix of Butch’s "Countach" is no exception!

With poise and purpose like the Lamborghini of the same name, Kölsch takes us on an epic journey with his remix here, but as things progress he still has the foresight to jams on the brakes, keeping the dance floor honest by slowing things down to cruise control for the middle of his ride. What a trip, a true adventure, a techno road movie that could only come from Kölsch!
Of course, after a remix like that, there’s not much left to say but this is techno and our man Butch is anything but normal! He just knows instinctively how to bring things to the boil and demonstrates it very impressively again on his original version. Implementing a ‘nasty’ arpeggio line that captivates us before being hunted down by a prime-time filter, Butch summons up an acid monster that works without a 303 but is no less effective. If that’s not enough Butch also proves himself a master of ecstatic dance during the closing sections, serving up an emotional string arrangement that glimmers and shines. As a result, “Countach” with his nice fat strings becomes an instant dance floor catcher.

It’ll probably be very difficult to pick a favourite from these two mixes, which makes this cut even fatter! It’s a great release brimming with pathos and full-on emotions.

BUTCH - COUNTACH (incl. KöLSCH REMIX) - COR12150

Gary Beck - Blotch (Original Mix) [BEK AUDIO]

Bandcamp: bit.ly/CH011BC
Beatport: btprt.dj/1J6HO1G
iTunes: apple.co/1Qae19E

Miss Melera is back in action on the influential Chapter 24, with a brand new and brilliant EP that features two great originals as well as Editions from Dave Seaman and Jonas Saalbach.

Jonas Saalbach (@jonassaalbach) is a young star who is making his second appearance on the label. He has recently put out an excellent full length on Einmusika and a fine EP on John Digweed’s Bedrock. Here, he comes good once more. His Edition of Mint is spine-tingling and awash with gorgeously smooth pads and spangled synths. Soothing and calming yet driven, it closes out an essential EP.

Early support from the likes of Sasha, Maceo Plex, Eelke Kleijn, Hernan Cattaneo, Claude von Stroke, Nick Warren, Henry Saiz, Gabriel Ananda, Jonas Rathsman, Nuno dos Santos and many more!

♫BUY♫

Miss Melera - Mint {Jonas Saalbach Edition} *Out Now*

Bandcamp: bit.ly/CH011BC
Beatport: btprt.dj/1J6HO1G
iTunes: apple.co/1Qae19E

Miss Melera is back in action on the influential Chapter 24, with a brand new and brilliant EP that features two great originals as well as Editions from Dave Seaman and Jonas Saalbach.

Dave Seaman (@daveseaman) is one of the original pioneers of house music who has been smashing it recently with cuts on his own Selador, as well as Hive Audio, Suara and many other influential labels. His Edition of Magenta is much more wild and freewheeling, with edgy synths rising up and up above turbulent drums and apocalyptic chords.

Early support from the likes of Sasha, Maceo Plex, Eelke Kleijn, Hernan Cattaneo, Claude von Stroke, Nick Warren, Henry Saiz, Gabriel Ananda, Jonas Rathsman, Nuno dos Santos and many more!

Miss Melera - Magenta {Dave Seaman Edition} *Out Now*

Bandcamp: bit.ly/CH011BC
Beatport: btprt.dj/1J6HO1G
iTunes: apple.co/1Qae19E

Miss Melera is back in action on the influential Chapter 24, with a brand new and brilliant EP that features two great originals as well as Editions from Dave Seaman and Jonas Saalbach.

Miss Melera hails from Amsterdam and has been honing her craft over the last decade. She is a radio regular as well as a touring DJ who plays the finest clubs and festivals around Europe and the Americas. As well as this, she has proven her studio chops are slick and compelling and has released EPs on labels like Parquet and Einmusika before now.

Her first cut here is Magenta, a robust house roller with grumbling bass, dark atmospheres and icy hi hats rolling on top of the groove. It’s a broody back room track with lush synths that subtly uplift the whole affair and keep you locked.

Early support from the likes of Sasha, Maceo Plex, Eelke Kleijn, Hernan Cattaneo, Claude von Stroke, Nick Warren, Henry Saiz, Gabriel Ananda, Jonas Rathsman, Nuno dos Santos and many more!

Released on 15th January 2016.

Miss Melera - Magenta *Out Now*

BUY IT NOW: https://pro.beatport.com/track/we-own-the-night-pleasurekraft-remix/7387418

A huge thank you to Pete Tong and BBC Radio 1 for supporting our remix of Florian Kruse & Hendrik Brukhard's "We Own The Night" - out now on Noir Music.

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We Own the Night

We Own the Night (Pleasurekraft Remix) - BBC Radio 1

Chapter 24 is a brand new dance imprint, dedicated to delivering the very best in house and techno with a story behind each release.

Their newest release arrives from Amsterdam’s Miss Melera, who has delivered her four track Magenta EP, consisting of two originals and two remixes. We’ve got the pleasure of premiering Dave Seaman’s monster of a remix for the lead single. 

The Magenta EP is due out on Chapter 24 on January 15th.

Read more here: http://dancingastronaut.com/2016/01/da-premiere-miss-melera-magenta-dave-seaman-edition/

Premiere: Miss Melera - Magenta (Dave Seaman Edition)

Artist: DAST
Title: Raid Zone EP (Incl. Juan Sanchez Remix)
Label: OFF Recordings
Release number: OFF147
Labelcode: LC-37385
Format: Digital / Vinyl

Releasedate: 10.04.2017 (Digital) / 2017 (Vinyl)

Tracks:
1. DAST - Raid Zone
2. DAST - Systeme Failure
3. DAST - Raid Zone (Juan Sanchez Remix)

Info:
Following on the heels of releases on labels as Etruria, Cocoon and Elevate, italian-based DAST makes his debut on OFF Recordings.

The EP kicks off with "Raid Zone", a classic and timeless piece of spacy bigroom chord techno.

"System Failure" with its unsettling lead takes things more towards the latenight realm.

And Juan Sanchez delivers an even more stomping and peaktime interpretation of "Raid Zone", perfect to "destroy" festival dancefloors.

Raid Zone EP

System Failure

DAST - System Failure - OFF147

BUTCH - COUNTACH (KÖLSCH REMIX) - COR12150

There’s a big reason to celebrate, as we face the 150th release on Cocoon Recordings! That’s right, 150 prime cuts with a number of milestones. It’s hard to single out any one for particular praise but even so, we still have something very special planned for the anniversary. With a certain affection, we wanted to present an artist from the region so it’s with great pleasure that we can unveil “Countach” from the one and only Butch, as a more than worthy anniversary release. The native Mainzer and sometime Berliner is without doubt one of the most dazzling German Tech-House artists of the moment. His performances contain a full dose of funkiness and his self-made promo videos never fail to entertain, providing a lot of fun in the process. First and foremost though, Butch is an exceptional producer, who, as one of the chosen few, knows how to mix together those special ingredients that drag us onto the dance floor again and again. What’s more, since we really have something to celebrate, we don’t just have an original from Butch, it’s accompanied by a remix from none other than Kölsch!

If the term "man of the moment" applies to any artist then it’s got to be Kölsch! At least that’s true when it comes to hypnotic techno with a subtle yet seductive touch of trance. Kölsch is currently operating on another level. Whatever he touches turns to gold, turns moments on the dance floor into unforgettable experiences to be written down in the annals of techno.
His Kompakt release "Cassiopeia", as well as his remixes including the Chemical Brothers, stand out as musical testimonies of the past two years. The series of musical landmarks from the house of Kölsch is endless and his remix of Butch’s "Countach" is no exception!

With poise and purpose like the Lamborghini of the same name, Kölsch takes us on an epic journey with his remix here, but as things progress he still has the foresight to jams on the brakes, keeping the dance floor honest by slowing things down to cruise control for the middle of his ride. What a trip, a true adventure, a techno road movie that could only come from Kölsch!
Of course, after a remix like that, there’s not much left to say but this is techno and our man Butch is anything but normal! He just knows instinctively how to bring things to the boil and demonstrates it very impressively again on his original version. Implementing a ‘nasty’ arpeggio line that captivates us before being hunted down by a prime-time filter, Butch summons up an acid monster that works without a 303 but is no less effective. If that’s not enough Butch also proves himself a master of ecstatic dance during the closing sections, serving up an emotional string arrangement that glimmers and shines. As a result, “Countach” with his nice fat strings becomes an instant dance floor catcher.

It’ll probably be very difficult to pick a favourite from these two mixes, which makes this cut even fatter! It’s a great release brimming with pathos and full-on emotions.

COUNTACH (KÖLSCH REMIX)

BUTCH - COUNTACH (KÖLSCH REMIX) - COR12150

BUTCH - COUNTACH (ORIGINAL MIX) - COR12150

Slam - Positive Education (Original Mix)

Bart Skils - Midnight Moving [PUREDV016]

Cocoon Recordings has been founded in the year 2000 as a part of the Cocoon Music Event GmbH. Sven Väth has initiated Cocoon Recordings in order to complete the Cocoon platform as a supporting tool for young artists in Electronic Music. The label philosophy is as simple as demanding: helping young producers and DJs to release their music without depending on Major Label structures. The releases can mainly be assigned to the genres Techno and House.

Cocoon Recordings as a label and Sven Väth as an artist stand for the use of vinyl as sound carrier, also in the future. Admittedly, the Digital Division of Cocoon Recordings has also been set up in 2008 and the numbers of downloads are indeed enjoyable. However, the label's focus is on vinyl, now and in the future. In order to complete the range of services that Cocoon Recordings offers, the publishing company Cocoon Publishing was founded in 2010.

BUTCH - COUNTACH (KÖLSCH REMIX) - COR12150

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