Following the release of Faulter’s Obstinacy earlier this year, we’ve turned two long-standing CF regulars and welcome two newcomers to provide their takes on the label co-founder’s debut club collection.

As with the original, the remix EP unfolds in 2 halves: a pair of minimal-rooted 4-to-the-floor club tools, followed by a heady ‘B-side’ steeped in techno and IDM.

Label mainstay Syz kicks things off with a bouncy rendering of the title track in signature production style with his ‘Space Carnival Mix’, while the elusive B. McQueen dives into Zaf, providing a skippy, rolling tech-house backbone that brings the dubby elements of the original track into full club mode.

On the flip, it’s a genuine pinch-me moment at CFHQ to feature one of our all-time favourites, Forest Drive West, transforming Perspectives into an unforgettable slo-mo chug-dub-techno trip full of the intensity only he can deliver. Rounding off, our best-loved Bristolian Yushh leans into the 90bpm range with her Swamp-pusher remix, a twisted headfuck of a beat (good luck dancing to this one), reminiscent of early Squarepusher productions.

All original tracks written and produced by Tal Fineman
Remixes by Oliver Samways, Joe Baker & Jennifer Hartley
Mastered by Stefan Betke @ scape
Original artwork by Max Bloom

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Faulter - Perspectives (Forest Drive West Remix)

𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒆𝒓𝒆: Kakeru - Broken Bubbles [SC022]

There is a new artist from Japan followed by the name Kakeru who is giving his Shaw Cuts debut with „Raw Courage“, telling the story of an emperor besieged by an army who then entrusts his child to the Black Dragon Clan heading off to a dangerous journey.
An attempt to usurp the Ming Emperor's throne by the sinister martial artist simply known as „old monster" and his armies results in most of the palace being massacred. „Quagmire“ and its vibrant percussive pattern carried by a heavy broken kick and a driving bassline help the emperor’s infant son to escape and put in care of the Black Dragon Clan.
En route they are attacked by government forces but rescued by two knights. They prove to be a valuable addition to the party in subsequent encounters with their pursuers. „Mirror Forest“ and its laid-back atmosphere, mysterious vocal snatches and shining pads carried by an expressive drum pattern help the travellers parrying every sneaky attack on their journey.
Trying to head to the White Dragon Clan in order to seek for help, the squad has to masquerade and take several battles, always protecting the baby in tow. The razor-sharp percussions, corrosive bass and thrashing kick of „Swaying“ tremendously supports the warriors in each fight.
Finally they make it to the temple of the White Dragons where they show their Black Dragon seal as a sign of solidarity. But all of a sudden the mood changes. „Broken Bubbles“ and its menacing atmosphere built up by a monstrous sub bass, reduced but impactful drums and subtle synth elements underline the potential threat. Did they walk into a trap? Is there enough energy left for one big fight? Raw courage is vital now.

𝑲𝒂𝒌𝒆𝒓𝒖
Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/user-872159081
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/kakeru_______._

𝑺𝒉𝒂𝒘 𝑪𝒖𝒕𝒔
Soundcloud : https://soundcloud.com/shaw-cuts
Bandcamp : https://shawcuts.bandcamp.com/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/shaw_cuts/

Raw Courage [SC022]

Broken Bubbles

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𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒊𝒆𝒓𝒆: Kakeru - Broken Bubbles [SC022]

https://shawcuts.bandcamp.com/album/tekko-kagi
Artist: Farron
Label: Shaw Cuts
Cat.: SCDEF02
Date: 26/09/2025

Tracklisting:
A1: Above Blue
A2: Inside Mount
B1: Stacking Clips
B2: All Terrain

Infotext:
A Tekko Kagi is characterized by four iron blades like bear claws attached to a metal ring covering the user’s knuckles. Worn over the hands, the claws can be used as an offensive weapon for slashing, striking and scraping the opponent and also for defensive purposes as the wielder can disarm or sunder swords or other slender-bladed weapons with natural hand motions.

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Bandcamp: tinyurl.com/349tfhfm
Juno: tinyurl.com/j527m3e5
Clone: tinyurl.com/yk69u436
Decks: tinyurl.com/mpzjtb4m
Deejay: tinyurl.com/yezjytjn
Redeye: tinyurl.com/2adabct4
Freesyle: tinyurl.com/mpsayzjp
HHV: tinyurl.com/23yyc3bk
Discopiu: tinyurl.com/3b44cb4n
Riviera Records: tinyurl.com/4x465amk
and more.


Farron - All Terrain

A Strange Wedding - The Null Zone [Biofield 001] PREVIEW

DL on soundcloud directly or on Bandcamp:
https://widdfam.bandcamp.com/album/fresh-blood-vol-6-wddfmfd017


Forthcoming Halloween 2025 WiddFam is proud to announce our 6th volume of the Fresh Blood Compilation series. These releases focus on featuring artists under 1500 followers on soundcloud and giving them a platform to make a name for themselves. We started this compilation series to celebrate 1500 followers on WiddFam and now we are at over 9000 so thank you!

This community continues to bring amazing tracks every year, so a big shout-out to all of the producers involved!


Follow The Artists:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/10z_gFzKA7StDlHA_8PBH033Rfn0YXlQCludkjmRtAgI/edit?usp=sharing



Previous Fresh Blood Albums & Free Downloads:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1T4sD7Hz-3WBnG6Hy5TWcpEn752po0Ua6clvrvmzWpt4/edit?usp=sharing

Art by ZiEK

10 - Makua - Ghost Town - Fresh Blood Vol. 6 [WDDFMFD017] - WiddFam

Djunga

Archypness - Murmur

2nd single from my upcoming EP, hope you enjoy :) 



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Upstairs//Downstairs, a Melbourne collective that’s been championing international artists for over five years, launches its label with Big Hands' Anti Militarist Dubs EP, out on November 14th.

Pre-order: https://bighandsbighands.bandcamp.com/album/anti-militarist-dubs
More: www.orbmag.com/music

@upstairsdownstairs
@big-hands-1
@pugilistmusic

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Premiere: Big Hands & Pugilist - Stolen Land

From the Metallic Initiation VA on Sensory Cells, “Layers Dissolve by Konalgad” explores texture and form a refined debut statement from the new label. Out November 19.

Pre-order: https://sensorycells.bandcamp.com/album/metallic-initiation
More: https://www.orbmag.com/music

@sensory-cells
@konalgad

Premiere: Konalgad - Layers Dissolve

Berlin-based Mexican artist Viiaan unveils her new EP “Taiko”, a bold four-track exploration of rhythm, ritual, and futuristic bass. The title, “Taiko,” is drawn from the Japanese word for “drum,” symbolizing both the instrument itself and the communal force of ancient drumming ceremonies.
Across the EP, Viiaan fuses primal percussion with razor-sharp digital textures, shaping rhythm into pure motion.
The opening track, “Taiko,” sets the tone with glitchy micro-sounds that feel alive, mechanical yet organic. Massive drum strikes collide with synthetic fragments, evoking a futuristic tribal ritual.
“Amaterasu” continues with breakbeat ferocity, drenched in juicy percussion while a vocal slides in with raw confidence, charging the track with direct, physical energy. “Elohalo” shifts gears into rolling trap-inspired rolls, sub-heavy grooves and driving percussion. Its vocal accents keeping the intensity taut and immediate. Finally, “Azkhar” digs deeper — heavy, spacious, and alive with rhythmical chopped reese drones and flowing tribal grooves.
Between mechanical precision and primal power, the EP captures rhythm as a timeless human language — ancient in spirit, modern in execution.

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Preorder: qeone.bandcamp.com/album/taiko

Release date ~ December 4, 2025

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About Viiaan

Viiaan, the sonic alchemist from Mexico City, has transplanted her musical vision to the streets of Berlin, where she continues to shape a world of sound that defies categorization. Active as a producer, DJ, and curator since 2017, she stands at the crossroads of experimental electronics and club culture.
As the visionary force behind Voragine, a label that serves as a meeting point for artists working across experimental sound, and visual art, Viiaan’s work blurs the lines between the introspection and the physical. 
Her sound is a living organism: breaks, intricate percussions, ambient atmospheres,  left field bass,  and techno intertwine to form a sonic language that refuses containment. It's a symphony of diversity that refuses to be confined, and this refusal is the lifeblood of her artistic vision.
Her discography reads as a journey with releases on Woozy Dub (Dublin), Sumac (Berlin/Sydney), Causal Chain (Montreal), WVWV (CDMX), and her own imprint, Voragine. Each release reveals another facet of her evolving artistry. 
Beyond the studio, Viiaan curates two distinct sonic experiences: Raeve and Ambient 4 Babies, gatherings that dissolve the boundary between performer and listener, inviting audiences into immersive worlds of rhythm, reflection, and club culture.

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www.soundcloud.com/viiaan
www.ra.co/dj/viiaan
www.instagram.com/__viiaan/
viiaan.bandcamp.com  
credits

Written & produced by Viiaan
Mastering by Niklas Bühler (Klangstellwerk) & Lindsey Wang (Polygonia)
Artwork & Design by Lindsey Wang (Polygonia)

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Viiaan - Taiko [QNE017]

awaking babylon

Use Your Ears. 

Independent record label & DJ duo Est. 2019.

Aka @faulteruk & @customerdjservice

Faulter - Perspectives (Forest Drive West Remix)

Control Freak Recordings