Today we embark on a journey deep into the sounds of the underground. Veering away from the mainstream dance music that has pervaded some of our previous episodes, this week will explore upbeat techno and house tunes, before venturing into the underground spectrum’s more industrial side.

Highlights:
First on our list is Athea’s “Capoeira,” a very progressive and fluid techno track recently released on Hot Since 82’s label, Knee Deep In Sound. Immediately following is Jynx’s very addictive house tune, “Honey.” Jynx show off their production prowess with playful synth melodies and catchy vocal chops — no wonder they were named by Annie Mac as one of her “#NewNames” of September 2016.

Further along the underground journey, Eli Coppock delivers some sounds from”the land down under(ground),” otherwise known as Australia. Working under the Nutrition moniker, Coppock launches listeners into a far-away galaxy with “Space Odyssey.” His deep, extraterrestrial basslines and astral vibes are enough to make any listener forget which planet they’re on.

The next track of this episode takes a darker turn with Edgework’s “Mild Limits.” The French producer describes himself as a “techno maker, traveler, and scientist,” and his music backs this statement up strongly. Edgework gives listeners the image of some sort of frantic underground pursuit, deep in a series of very dark, warehouse-y tunnels.

Concluding this week’s episode is Project-To’s “I-Hope.” The rising producer has crafted a very methodical big beat jam that would impress even The Chemical Brothers. “I-Hope” is a perpetual build of riot-like samples, rock-heavy loops, an acid-y bass grooves.

***The Launchpad is a biweekly series showcasing hot new music hand selected by our staff. The tracks in these curated playlists come from both underground and mainstream artists that we love. If you’d like to see your music featured in the Launchpad, you can submit it for consideration via Submithub***

Launchpad 13: Sounds of the Underground

David Penn & Hosse - Con Son Ft. Africa G(Vocal Mix) (128KB)

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Space Odyssey

The White Side

I-Hope

Franchise takes trippy vocals from the counterculture guru himself Terrance McKenna and weaves them with a hypnotic yet jackin house / tech house banger sure to twist minds and move bodies.

"We have to start consuming our culture... to see what has never been seen...."

The year is 1967. Over 100,000 people converge in a neighborhood of San Francisco. It will be remembered as the 'Summer Of Love.' A blast of ecstasy and utopianism; the hippies stood for equality and free love. Explore the unique cultural texture of the late 1960s first hand through the eyes of the flower children.

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Culture

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Franchise - Culture (feat. Terence McKenna) - Tech / Jackin House

@jblaqwell - Crash Ya Party EP
Out Now: http://www.traxsource.com/title/684794/crash-ya-party

For Brobot’s next release, the birthday badboy returns home.  Blaqwell was born in October – his Zodiac sign is Libra, signified by the scales (balance and symmetry). It’s quite a fitting time for him to release his new anthem “Crash Ya Party” – which indeed strikes a balance between grimy and slick, contemporary and classic. What does that mean? “Crash Ya Party” somehow embodies both the roughness of Shaolin and the soul of Chicago.  The analog of Detroit and the sheen of LA. It’s a unique house bomb that will rock all types of crowds with infectious energy.
 
Broken down, the elements of “Crash Ya Party” include jackin beats, jazzy horns, roaring dirt-dog laughter, a funky bassline, and the memorable vocal hook. But the finished product is much more than the sum of its parts.  When you hear it, you’ll appreciate OG influences (think Armand Van Helden and Todd Terry), as well as modern influences (like Lowsteppa and Mat.Joe). This is a club-proven party rocker, that will definitely stand out in your set. 
 
“Rise” rounds out the package, with uplifting melodies, chunky grooves, and a fitting vocal. “Rise” strikes a more refined "classic vs new school" tone, mixing NY and UK vibes, A smooth approach but definitely heavy enough to keep the crowd moving,

Crash Ya Party EP

Crash Ya Party (Original Mix)

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Athea - Capoeira

Edgework - Mind Explorations MHTRSH098 on @Maehtrasher / Traktor Records
Release-date: November 29th 2016
Digital on all usual platforms.

Edgework third solo EP installment is his most mature and varied work to date. The french techno prodigy delivers 4 fresh originals that range from his dark atmospheric trademark techno to straight floor tools and even reduced lush groovers while still maintaining his almost morbid touch we are used from him. 
On top we have 2 crazy good remixes by south African newcomer Embassy who turned Black Blink into a full-on synth monster and french Olson with a great quirky techno rework.
Cover by Qwarty.

Tracklist:
1. Black Blink
2. Straight
3. Descender
4. Mild Limits
5. Black Blink (@Embassyoriginal Remix)
6. Black Blink (@Olson-music Remix)

Breaking Amen: Dark and atmospheric. I love it! All tracks are great, Descender is my favorite tho, with its nice atmosphere and groove.
Corvad: Atmospheric sounds! Love it!
Dj Egotronic: Wonderful!
Fred Police Recordings: Edgework do the job, love his sound. Black Blink & Straight are my Fav ! 
Ghost Dance: really nice Ep. I will play it ;)
Haezer: Who The Fuck is Embassy?
Prismism: Dark, deep techno burners - love it. Embassy remix on point as well!
Shit Jappens: Solid Techno!
Static Starlight: Smooth 
Wicked Style Italia: full support...

Mild Limits (Original Mix) [Snippet]

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