Sometimes he felt like he was losing control, as though his grip on reality was slipping between his fingers. In these moments he preferred to shut himself off from the world, remain in darkness with his head buried under the covers. There was some solace in wallowing in these feelings, but it was only temporary: confiding in friends and others around him gave him strength and hope, they helped him to see the light at the end of the tunnel. 

IDA's Sävy Records returns with its third release from a new edition to its roster: Berlin-based Italian Slak. In typical Sävy fashion across the three original tracks Trilogy of Reasons tips the hat to the electronic sounds of the 90s. It's vibrant and full of energy, cruising through anthemic breakbeats, driving acid grooves and atmospheric techno. On the flip, another Berlin-based artist, Adlas, offers up a reinterpretation of one of the tracks which rounds off the EP perfectly.

PREMIERE: Slak - I See The Light [Sävy Records]

Artists: Boulderhead, Glen S, Cosmic G & Laars, Tifra, Axon Growth Factor
(@boulderheaduk, @glenstefani, @cosmicgmusic & @laarsmusic, @tifradj, @axongrowthfactor)

Title: ToneShift 02
Label: Comma Traxx
Mastered by Rob Small (@rob_small)
Artwork by Bdon

1. Boulderhead - Into The Void
2. Glen S - Playtime
3. Cosmic G & Laars - Trinity
4. Tifra - Virtual Virtue
5. Axon Growth Factor - E-State

Bandcamp - https://tinyurl.com/3kse6rr3

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CTTS02 | Various Artists | ToneShift 02 (06/05/22 - Digi)

A1 Younger Than Me - The Early Sound Of Nothing
A2 Younger Than Me - The Early Sound Of Nothing (Maruwa Remix)
B1 Younger Than Me - Counter Future
B2 Younger Than Me - Counter Future (Sophie du Palais Remix)

The Younger Than Me debut on Warning hits hard with two powerful original cuts and sharp remixes. The Early Sound Of Nothing is a deep Rave belter driven by the 90s reminiscences that YTM is known and loved for. Maruwa gently coats his production in a slick mix of uplifting House and funky Trance, perfect for an energetic morning workout. On the flip Counter Future turns it up creating a meltdown of choral Speedtrance before the EP gets finished with another rework by Sophie du Palais who takes the track into a deep bath for a round of sinister Ketamine sex.

Mastering by Carsten Dämbkes
Artwork by Guillaume de Ubéda

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PREVIEW: Younger Than Me - WAR1206 (Incl. Maruwa & Sophie du Palais Remixes)

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'N-Gynn and Mike Gill’s ‘Superlux’ imprint isn’t a constant prescence in the scene but when the new EP’s drop they’re always a straight insta-cop. Inovating artists such as N-Gynn himself, Thoma Bulwer, LVCA, Voigtmann and Desert Sound Colony have all featured under the Superlux guise, solidifying the label as a definitive and trusted chamber for the mechanical and steppy side of underground bleepz. 008 diverts into something meaty from the experienced hand of Paul Blackford, a classy and forward-thinking artist who’s clearly going a bit under the radar and is certainly packing a weighty sound that needs to be heard.'

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PREMIERE: A1 - Paul Blackford - Cloaking Device [SUPERLUX008]

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Often spotted about town, it’s no secret that JCow is diligently, quietly (and not so quietly) crafting big tunes. This release is the sound of that inevitable 2020’s shut-in inspiration. Written during those periods, they are finally seeing the light of day.

With focused time in the studio, some serious imagined musical landscapes are the result. Tracks designed for dance-floor breakouts and closed-eye catharsis. We’ve heard these tracks come a long way from inception. Cerebral and kinetic, each track has a unique character, functional yet bound to stand out in any set.

Tracks like ‘a complex range of human emojis’ pay-no-mind in referencing the past with a sly smirk and an updated twist, while the title track ‘in my elem3nt7’ conjures up a certain mystical environment - The tracks bold narrative shift midway is a notable payoff. Swerving boldly into new territory, the percussive motifs fade and return from new angles, sounds cutting and slicing through the speaker like angelic machine gun fire. The drum programming is truly used like a weapon on this one, with those majestic horn samples like calls from the ether.

Exaels ‘swampbuggy’ reworking of title track on the B2 provides the perfect alternate universe, working its way from a sparse ambience into an inspired IDM-leaning breakbeat epilogue.
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in my elem3nt7

PREMIRE: JCow - Pay no mind

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PREMIERE: Henrik Villard - Kaleidoscope [Diskount Service]

exclusive |  Lauren Flax - D-Troit EP | Chiwax

Detroit-born artist Lauren Flax gracefully aligns with the esteemed Chiwax label, heralding her inaugural offering steeped in homage to her native city, resonating profoundly with its essence. This momentous occasion marks yet another pinnacle in Flax's illustrious career, punctuated by an impressive discography showcased across revered imprints like Balkan Vinyl, Dance Trax, The Bunker New York, and Super Rhythm Trax, among others. Enhanced by a masterful remix courtesy of the adept Lis Sarocca, this release epitomizes unparalleled excellence.

The EP is launched with “Jack The Haus“ which, as the title leaves you in no doubt, is a late 80s referencing jack track. Utilising a similar repetitive “House" vocal refrain to Housemasterboyz “House Nation", this rattles along on a percussive bed, clicking rimshots and off-beat claps giving the drums that authentic old vibe, squelchy bass adding to the retro flavour and top notes of bleepy riffs and seering pads finalising the raw feeling. No messing about here, just aimed straight at your hips, which will start to move, as they are defenceless!

Second on the list is “The Cheeky Whistle Song“, which notches the BPM up a touch and again takes its cue from the sounds of the late 80s/early 90s house vibes. As with the opening track, the bassline is rough and ready, bouncing up next to the punchy drums, these are accompanied by some ravey bleeps and pianos as the track bumps along. Flowing through the track is a freaky whistle sound which comes in and out of the groove, adding a slightly off-kilter feeling which works really nicely. 

The title track, “D-Troit“ is next up, with modulated riffs working alongside neat acid lines, these give way to some stripped-back stabs and synth hits, all very tidy indeed. A mid-track square bassline adds to the flow, giving the track an alternate feel from its start, which is a very cool touch and allows the original sounds to then return later. This is, as with the previous tracks, unadulterated and raw club material for the floors, no doubt about that!

Lastly, Barcelona-based Lis Sarocca, no stranger to the Chiwax imprint, adds a warmer hazy flow on her remix of “D-Troit“, adding to the original's vibe with some very tasty breaks and lush filtered synths. These sit just right with the hints of acid and clipped vox from the original, retaining the overall feeling from Lauren's version but adding her own definite touches, and wrapping up this EP in fine style. Anybody wanting new vibes but with a definite nod to the late 80s and early 90s House sound, you'll not go wrong here.

Buy the EP: https://dbh-music.com/shop/release_view/15606

Artist & label information
Lauren Flax: https://facebook.com/laurenflaxofficial // @laurenflax // https://instagram.com/laurenflax
Lis Sarroca: https://facebook.com/lissarrocamusic // @lissarroca // https://instagram.com/lissarroca
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D-Troit EP

D-Troit (Lis Sarroca Remix)

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@briantopham @coqueto_records

Coqueto Records introduces the third edition of the Various Artists series.
This compilation is made up of Rambal Cochet, well known as Volta Cab; Acid Charlie, with an excerpt from his latest live set; Brian Topham, member of SIKU SERIES known as Papolius Jones; and Rufo, one of the heads of Coqueto Records and SIKU SERIES.

[PREMIERE] Dissolved In The Ether - Brian Topham | Coqueto Records [2024]

"Unreleased Territory" evokes the allure of uncharted domains waiting to be explored, whether in the physical world or within oneself. It embodies the spirit of adventure and curiosity, beckoning individuals to venture beyond familiar boundaries into realms yet to be discovered. These unexplored territories may manifest as untapped potential, undiscovered talents, or uncharted landscapes waiting to reveal their secrets. Embracing the journey into Unreleased Territory is an invitation to embrace uncertainty, confront challenges, and uncover hidden treasures that await those brave enough to embark on the expedition of self-discovery and exploration.

https://soundcloud.com/alek-lee-music

Low Voltage⚡️Alek Lee - Human Error

Bang bang

Shanti Flow – melodische Hooks & tiefer, hypnotischer Trance-Vibe.

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Label: Schicksaal Records
More: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYwKrFXFUJRwVhCD1ocSghQ

Shanti Flow

Founded in July 2018, Comma Traxx provides the weird and wonderful sounds of the underground dance music scene.

Label founded by @hanndmusic

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