Taylan, a talented artist hailing from the USA, makes a captivating debut on the esteemed Soho Opus label with his track titled "Chandra." This solid melodic house/techno production showcases Taylan's knack for crafting immersive soundscapes that will undoubtedly captivate listeners. "Chandra" immediately establishes a mesmerizing atmosphere with its pulsating beats and ethereal melodies.

The track's melodic elements effortlessly blend with its driving rhythm, creating a seamless fusion of house and techno influences. Taylan's attention to detail shines through in the carefully crafted layers of sound, which build upon each other to create a rich and immersive sonic journey.

"Chandra" by Taylan gets a captivating progressive makeover in the remix by Yudi Watanabe. The track's melodic house/techno foundation is elevated to new heights as Watanabe infuses it with dynamic energy, rich textures, and infectious hooks. The remix is a thrilling musical journey that beautifully retains the essence of the original while adding a distinct progressive touch. It's a must-listen for fans of the genre.

Enjoy,
Soho Opus 2023

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Taylan - Chandra (Yudi Watanabe Extended Remix)

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A Bonafide ICONYC future classic, Solique's "Ordinary Things" is a true staple of refined sophistication. Led by an instantly recognizable vocal, the austro-swedish project's tantalizing piece has enthralled dancefloors and festivals worldwide for months, and now, we're excited to give it the remix treatment as it goes under the surgical vision of Prague-based maestro Spada, Dutch alchemist Volar, and Irish provocateur Olive Hatake, plus an exclusive "Piano Version" by famed Italian concert pianist Luigi R. Gargano. 

On our first remix, Spada steps up to the plate with a gorgeous percussive foundation that sets a most flavorful mood before meandering flanger squelches uncover a warm bassline that gently invites us deeper inside this lush take on "Ordinary Things". Smoldering yet restrained, Spada's velvet-laced reinterpretation suddenly reveals a tantalizing break in the clouds as every element converges into the void, exploding in a splendid genesis of a third act where icy arpeggios intertwine, traversing endlessly across the piece in an unrepeatable sliver of bliss.

The second version of "Ordinary Things" comes courtesy of Volar, who devises a throbbing low-end pulse that runs amok through the grit. As mangled vocals lend a gloomy and mysterious feel to this reinterpretation, the Dutch producer reveals a tantalizing lead that slithers across the piece, drawing hypnotic figures in mid-air while leading to a showstopping core where everything dissolves into the ether before resuming its unstoppable midnight march.

Our final remix in this comprehensive package is a most unique take and showcases Olive Hatake's unmistakable sonic signature as the Irish artist reconfigures "Ordinary Things" into a full-blown technicolor skitterish hybrid. Driving Solique's dazzling original into new territory, Olive pushes the tempo and unleashes a myriad of cascading arpeggios that interlock with swelling synths and an earth-quaking bassline for a wild ride across Rainbow Road.

Wrapping up this gemstone of a remix package, Luigi R. Gargano makes a sensational debut on ICONYC with a much-cherished "Piano Version". Intimate as ever, this breathtaking delivery finds the famed Italian pianist lowering his defenses as he strips "Ordinary Things" to its naked core, allowing for its story to be told by a rummaging piano that walks across the halls of yesterday in search for answers it might never come to find.

Catalog Number: #ICONYC016
Release Date: April 25th, 2025
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NOTCHCAST 001 - by Marian Herzog

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INTERVIEW

What do you do to get into a creative state?
"Sometimes the machines just inspire me, sometimes I open a bottle of wine."

Where do you draw your inspiration from?
"Situations that I’m finding myself in in, the feelings I have, technology around me."

What do you love most about being an artist?
"Touching peoples hearts man. Seeing happy faces at gigs or getting messages of people that are moved by my music gives me a lot of strength."

How do you stay focussed in a world of constant distraction?
"Just turn off notifications & zero in on the machines. I have a lot of trouble focussing, so eliminating distractions helps me a lot."

Do you have a morning routine?
"Hell no, I’m not a morning person!"

What fascinates you about your art from?
"One guy sitting in his basement can do it all, create an atmosphere & make people move and feel – the ability to convey emotion through a technological intermediary."

What, for you, is the purpose of art?
"Expressing yourself through a medium & let other people feel by coming in contact with your work. Art does not necessarily has to have a function, in contrast to design – a lot of dance music (including mine) is more design than art."

What is sacred to you?
"Staying true to myself, integrity is key. I like the Egyptian afterlife concept of having your heart weighed against a feather."

What is your opinion on success?
"Success is when you look back on the path you treaded & get a warm, fuzzy feeling."

What is your opinion on failure?
"Failure is such a loaded term. The absence of success is not failure & failing a goal you set for yourself is not actually a bad thing. Every „failure“ is something you can learn from and improve."

What would your 16 year old you think about what you’re doing today?
"Since my 16 year old self was already dabbling with Ableton he would be like 'Damn you have all that gear - make more music!'“

What makes you laugh?
"Dogs. Dogs are awesome."

In which ways could the scene improve in the future?
"Right now there’s too much focus on self-marketing via social media & less on creativity and skill. This is in part due to an over-saturation of the market which makes it hard to be the cream rising to the top. I hope that in the future we find a way to honor quality & dedication and focus less on shiny pictures & follower metrics. 
Women are still underrepresented in my scene (especially on the production side) and sexism is still a thing. Hopefully, we can be more welcoming & kind towards dedicated female newcomers and have a more diverse palette of creative output together. 
What also bothers me is the stagnation. E.g., once there is a successful sound, a bunch of copycats swoop in and the market is flooded with „same-ish“, uninspired works. How did we evolve from ten years ago? Right now a lot of the new stuff that is most visible sounds like boring, recycled 90s stuff. Electronic music & especially Techno was once a promise of uncharted sonic territory and possiblity, so why do we always go back to the same 909 Drums and Acid Lines?"

Who will considerably give direction to the scene soon?
"Right now, we’re at a turning point due to the COVID-19 quarantine. After the dust settles I really hope that the underground spirit returns and a lot of new & creative artists emerge and get a chance to be heard. This is an extinction-level event for the clubbing scene, but after a forest fire new life always springs. And I really hope that the younger generation of artists will rise to the occasion and bring a new sonic diversity to the scene."

Favorite release at the moment & of all times?
"At the moment I really dig the first Koelsch Album 1977. 
Favorite release of all times is a hard pick. With Teeth by Nine Inch Nails and Gui Boratto’s Chromophobia have a special place in my heart."

Tracklist

Introduction 105 | Starkato

Seine Liebe zur elektronischen Musik entdeckte Tellerboy ersten relativ spät – im Herbst 2016. Fasziniert von dem Vibe auf ausschweifenden Raves und der treibenden Musik stand schnell fest nicht nur mittanzen zu wollen, sondern auch ein Teil davon zu werden. Mangels Knowhow an den Plattentellern sollten es eigene Veranstaltung werden und so wurde mit Freunden Discotheque Royal ins Leben gerufen. Doch es kam anders. Noch bevor die erste eigene Party organisiert war, wurde Tellerboy hinter den Mixer geschoben. Der Funke sprang sofort über, es war Liebe auf den ersten Gig! Seitdem gehen DJing und die Organisation von Veranstaltungen Hand in Hand. Mittlerweile spielt er regelmäßig im Bahnwärter Thiel, beim Wannda Circus Open Air, im Harry Klein, oder bei Off-Location Raves. Highlights waren Gigs im Sisyphos in Berlin, beim Sa Terza Metari Festival und natürlich so manchem 12 Stunden Ritt in der Gruam. Auch veranstaltungstechnisch hat sich einiges getan, so gastiert DR mittlerweile mit eigenen Clubnächten im Bahnwärter Thiel und im Kunst Block Blave, außerdem wurde mit GaGaGarden auch eine Open Air Reihe ins Leben gerufen.
Ausgehend von den Anfängen in der Gruam mit Spielzeiten von 8 Stunden und mehr, bewegt sich Tellerboy von groovigem Disco, über Nudance und melodic House & Techno bis hin zu Techno in einem breiten Musikspektrum. Am liebsten spielt er treibende melodic Techno oder Techno Sets, gerne auch mit Vocals und es darf dabei auch mal düster werden.

Family Tape by Tellerboy

Yann Berthung is the founder of beatverliebt and acted in his first life under the pseudonym Weisser Rabe. When he is not working as a doctor, he creates dance trips from Melodic Techno, Tech-House and Electronic, which create pleasing smiles and heavy legs in the clubs of the nation.

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≫ www.instagram.com/yannberthung
≫ www.soundcloud.com/yannberthung

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Katzensprung is a lovely alternative 4-Days-Festival for free spirits, taking place in the middle of Germany in the area of North Rhine Westfalia, among green hills and high pines, surrounded by wide meadows. Up to 4000 guests celebrate the magic of friendship and life while dancing to various styles of electronic music on 5 outdoor and 2 indoor stages. Additionally Katzensprung provides more than 60 free workshops and a lot of arts and artistic program.

≫ www.katzensprung-festival.de

Yann Berthung @ Instant Rave #014 w/ Katzensprung

We hope you enjoy the recording of the final set of our panther KSTF's birthday openair brought to you by the boys: https://soundcloud.com/kaiserkuba & https://soundcloud.com/max-joni <3 !

This was also very spontaneous and the first ever b2b from the boys, we hope for many more to come!!

With love, peace, and bass
Your LTMD

Kaiser KuBa B2B Max Joni - LTMD OpenAir

Garten Eden

Hafenkande @ Frau Samstag w/Gunnar Stiller (Club Frau Holle)

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Trautes Heim

Dave Davenshorts