The city was crowded and far too bright. They'd never be able to see the stars from here...

As the night drew close, they hopped into the car and began to drive. They were headed north, in the search of flickering stars which would dance in a euphoric ultraviolet haze and shine bright against the deep black backdrop which might one day swallow them hole.

They were all sat quietly as they waited for the darkness to fall, in the meantime they drove slowly on.

Mattias El Mansouri is set to release a new EP via the ever excellent Aniara - utilising perfectly emotive pads alongside deep rolling percussion to create atmospheric House come Techno.

PREMIERE: Mattias El Mansouri - Time Dilation In Ultraviolet [Aniara]

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The Cologne native Blauert releases his first record, and it sounds like he's been doing it all his life. We are thrilled that he chose us for this release. His sound is influenced by dub and Detroit techno, yet it has a unique quality that many releases lack.

Cat No°: 200 048

Written and produced by Dominic Jabs
Mastered by Emanuel Geller at Salz Mastering
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Tex Bates - Reality
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Music producer Tex Bates, originally from Slovakia (Banska Bystrica) and currently living in Cologne, Germany, brings his fans a new musical experience with fresh tracks released under Sofa Movements Records. Two tracks, which combine melancholic keys and pads with a catchy and prominent bassline, is a perfect blend that constantly keeps the listener engaged.
Tex Bates once again proves with his artistry that LoFi House can be more than just a genre – it's a feeling that penetrates to the depths of the soul.

Reality

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DaRand Land, who hails from the post industrial confines of Buffalo, NY was one of the leading figures of Deep4Life, a cult label known for submersible oriented, yet dancefloor-friendly productions. With ambient synth-driven tones and heavy funk basslines being at the center of his sound, DaRand Land’s music often evokes an introspective quality, without losing its groove fundamental. DaRand’s works, which span decades on deep house labels such as Downbeat, Confluence and Pulp have been described as “uncompromising” and has afforded him a passionate following of listeners who seek a more emotive, thought-provoking brand of underground music.

Teaming up once again with Scissors and Thread - the perfect fit for his sound - DaRand Land drops an album full of crafty, trippy house for the heads. Wander Being contains 10 tracks on the double vinyl release with a pair of additional tracks for the digital release. The vibe is deep and sleek, with a rough, bumping edge. The title track sets the tone, a smattering of percussion accompanying a thick, round kick drum and Rhodes chords, giving off a classic Detroit feel. Tracks like Turn to The Music ramp up the energy somewhat, but overall the tracks sit in the sweet spot between dancefloor burners and soulful, jazzy, deep cuts. 

Noticeable is the space given to each element across the tracks - the hi-hats sparkle, the snare snaps, and the basslines roll and rumble. Add to this the magic melodic flourishes provided by the pads and synths, reminiscent of the late Mike Huckaby in places, made this whole album a thoughtful, joyful experience.

„The genesis for the Wander Being LP”, says DaRand “was a desire to return to the essence of some of my original Deep4Life productions. How was this accomplished? Principally, through the exclusive use of hardware components, minimalist arrangement, and a minds-eye approach to source the musical elements. In particular, the single, The Nature of Reality was written to convey a sense of what it feels like to be in a state of suspended animation. There is a natural tension introduced via the organic, swirling pad progression juxtaposed against endless vocal echoes and the low-end groove of the bassline. Thematically, I wanted to carry this forward through the entirety of the album.

Wander Being

Natural Causality

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DaRand Land - Natural Causality

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Tommy Vicari JNR & Loopdeville - Celestial Dance EP (Vinyl, 12") (Forthcoming April 18, 2025)
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Artwork: Suyama Masaru
Label: FoxTail Records [FOW001]

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Versatile Parisian talent Lazare Hoche takes to his own Lazare Hoche Records with his 'Time Guard' EP featuring two deep cuts displaying his signature stripped-back house style. Leading off the release is a title track showcasing the precision, sophistication and infectious rhythms that have become synonymous with Lazare's live sets on the international club and festival circuit. These are pure hypnotic ballads aimed directly at the dancefloor. 

The 'Time Guard' EP is out on vinyl February 18 while the digital release arrives March 4.

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