Dax J’s Utopian Surrealism observes our transition into a new dystopian era. It reflects the strain in distinguishing truth and reality from the ever-growing radicalised networks of global manipulation, whilst extreme polarised realities, AI, deception, and mass poverty stay hidden away as we accelerate into the next stage of evolution.
Utopian Surrealism is Dax J’s 3rd studio album. Written during lockdown, Inspired by Yuval Noah Harari’s book Sapiens.

Tracklist

1. Universal Future Sound
2. East London Back Alleys (Jungle Techno Mix)
3. Opioiding (Fentanyl Mix)
4. The Second Renaissance (Final Dystopia)
5. Utopian Surrealism
6. Anthropic Demise
7. Industrial Cyber Technologies
8. None The Wiser
9. Simulated Reality (Terafactory AI Electronics)
10. Sentient Glory

All Tracks Written, Produced and Mixed by Dax J
Available on 2x12” Vinyl + Digital

MONNOM BLACK 026
Mastered By Dax J, Thomas P Heckman & Matt Colton
Cut by Simon @ The Exchange

Utopian Surrealism

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Dax J - Industrial Cyber Technologies

Electronic pioneer, Christopher Just’s initial music came out in 1993 under his own name and various pseudonyms, like “DJ One finger” and “ilsa Gold”. The “Petra” project was originally released in 1996 showcasing the ferocious sound of 90’s analog hardware. Over 25 years later Dax J presents his colossal remix of the relativity unknown and now unearthed gem that went under the radar for so many years. The B - side of the record comes with a signature Dax J deep percussive groove, “The Train”

Petra 02 (Dax J remix) EP

Petra 02 (Dax J Remix)

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Christopher Just - Petra 02 (Dax J remix) [Monnom Black 032]

Support here: https://tokenrecords.bandcamp.com/album/spirit-moves 

Following a string of unavoidable releases in only the past two years with unprecedented international support, Brussels’ own Altinbas returns to Token with a second release entitled ‘Spirit Moves’. Recognisably full-bodied tracks, riddled with classic techniques yet designed for the modern dancefloor, Altinbas offers intention in the age of impulsivity.

‘Presence’ opens the EP, easing the listener into what has become Altinbas’s marque de fabrique. A steady, round low-end eggs us on to zip through vast celestial bodies, with euphoric inclines and cloudy descents. Traveling through ‘Presence’ is fluid if anything, establishing an introduction of boundless dimension to a record made with precision. Following this opening, Altinbas re-focuses his attention to centric rhythm. Bold, toned percussion makes for an infectious groove, instrumental in the most efficient way possible. Swapping drum machine sequences as an arrangement, the Belgian producer presses on to the second side of his project with the title track ‘Spirit Moves’. Taking yet another turn, the third part of the EP focuses on playful synth work with raspy hi hats; a seemingly randomized arpeggio runs along a head-bobbing rhythm, scattering melody for tension. Having departed from depth in the middle of the project, Altinbas comes full circle for the last chapter, ‘Blue Lace’. A return to stabby dub-like synths spread out in the stereo image make for a club record reminiscent of German classics. Mixing it with an eager tempo and present drums over a glossy ambience, Altinbas closes his second solo contribution to Token records by reaffirming the value of his sonic identity.

PREMIERE: Altinbas - Spirit Moves [TOKEN121]

Rødhåd presents: CRIMSON RUBEUS - the first compilation on WSNWG - BACK TO ZERO will be released on April 3rd.
Under the leitmotif “WE SEE NEW WORLDS GROWING”, the release marks a progression for the imprint to open up for solo releases from new artists and and long term collaborators.

The compilation features 8 tracks handpicked by Rødhåd, each characterized by a vigorous commitment to the dancefloor while staying true to the label's signature - hard-to-resist sound with a pinch of mystery. Over the past year, these unreleased tracks quickly became favourites in Rødhåd's DJ sets, resulting in the idea of curating them in a compilation. The emergence of new worlds is undeniably tangible: 'CRIMSON RUBEUS' signals a new era of creative exchange and different artistic expression for WSNWG - BACK TO ZERO.  As the label opens up to a wider variety of artists, we find both emerging talent represented and producers who already appeared on the label before. 

While every contribution has its distinct magnetic pull, marking the way to a nascent world, the crimson red thread running through this compilation is perpetuating, swirling techno with an acute fit for the dancefloor. As with previous releases Rødhåd crafted the artwork for the compilation, this time drenched in crimson hues echoing the energy of the music.

UFO95 - Refuge - WSNWGBTZ010

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i decided - Ties That Bind [ANVA008]

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Dax J - War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength.

Referencing the political slogans in Orwell's dystopian novel 1984, where language is manipulated to control and oppress, we find a stark reflection in modern society, where truth is frequently distorted, and freedoms are increasingly compromised - echoing the very tactics Orwell warned against.

1. Royal Flush
2. Liberation Techniques
3. Femme Fatale
4. Anti Gravity Racing
5. Orwellian Times
6. No Time To Lose
7. Tropical Grift
8. Overclocking
9. Meet Your Maker
10. Not Tonight Pal

Available on 2x12" Vinyl + Digital
Buy at Monnom Black Bandcamp 
Monnom Black 036

Dax J - Orwellian Times [Monnom Black 036]

Dax J - War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength.

Referencing the political slogans in Orwell's dystopian novel 1984, where language is manipulated to control and oppress, we find a stark reflection in modern society, where truth is frequently distorted, and freedoms are increasingly compromised - echoing the very tactics Orwell warned against.

1. Royal Flush
2. Liberation Techniques
3. Femme Fatale
4. Anti Gravity Racing
5. Orwellian Times
6. No Time To Lose
7. Tropical Grift
8. Overclocking
9. Meet Your Maker
10. Not Tonight Pal

Available on 2x12" Vinyl + Digital
Buy at Monnom Black Bandcamp 
Monnom Black 036
Bandcamp - https://monnomblack.bandcamp.com/album/war-is-peace-freedom-is-slavery-ignorance-is-strength

TRACK PREMIERE - Dax J - Femme Fatale [MONNOM BLACK 036]

For this new premiere, we are happy to feature POST PARANIOA and Serge Taub with their upcoming track "G13", from the next Radiance Various Artists "Radiance V/A 010" to be released the 31/12/2024
Support the Label here: rrradiance.bandcamp.com/

Release date: 31.12.2024
Label: Radiance Records
Artists: POST PARANIOA and Serge Taub
Track: G13

Catalogue number: RA010
Release name: Radiance V/A 010
Buy link: https://rrradiance.bandcamp.com/album/radiance-v-a-010
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno

Mastering: Ackermann
Artwork: Bite Mark

Support the Artist(s):
Soundcloud Post POST PARANIOA: @postparanoia
Soundcloud Serge Taub: @sergetaub
Instagram POST PARANIOA: https://www.instagram.com/post.paranoia/
Instagram Serge Taub: https://www.instagram.com/serge_taub/

Support the Label:
Soundcloud: @rrradiance
Instagram: www.instagram.com/radiance_records

Radiance V/A 010

Elata Premiere: POST PARANIOA x Serge Taub - G13 [RA010]

I just released Meta Reject, a psytrance collaboration with Endeavour from Mexico. We built it during the course of 7 sessions together and I’m putting it out as a free download to celebrate the journey and ramp up for my Side Effects EP coming in fall 2025!!

If you dig it, a reshare helps.

Formant - Meta Reject

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There are few artists carving out a legacy for themselves like Dax J is right now. The British DJ and producer from London has gone from pirate radio to magazine covers; from the backroom parties to headlining raves at every major techno institution the world over, all whilst staying true to the underground with an individual style all of his own. His technical skill, pure selection as a DJ and attention to high-end sound production has placed him at the forefront of a global scene, and established him as a singular presence within modern dance music.
 
Recent accolades for his unswerving devotion to his sound have included places in the top 100 DJs polls published by Resident Advisor, DJ Mag and Groove Magazine. Over the years, he’s also received nominations as Best Techno DJ, Best Breakthrough DJ and Best British DJ from Mixmag, DJ Mag and the DJ Awards. He's renowned for playing mammoth closing sets at monumental parties including 10-hour marathons in the world’s most notorious techno clubs, Berghain and Bassiani.

Also known as a prolific producer and successful record label boss, his trademark sound remains in constant rotation among the most respected DJs in dance music. It’s a style that has evolved over many years, but which was first fully recognised on his highly acclaimed 2015 album, "Shades of Black". Upon its initial release on his own Monnom Black label, Mixmag named it "Album of the Month", Hardwax described it as “brilliantly banging” and it also took the coveted No.1 spot on Juno Records. 2018 saw Dax release his multi-faceted second solo album “Offending Public Morality”. The record won support across the board, including that of BBC Radio 1 who picked it as their “Biggest Record of the Week”. By the end of 2018, “Offending Public Morality” also featured in the “Top 50 Albums of the Year” lists for DJ Mag, Tsugi and Apocalypse Mag. Two more events that crowned a year of great success were his enrolment into the BBC hall of fame with the release of his debut Radio 1 Essential Mix, and Be.At.TV’s choice of his 4-hour closing set at NeoPop Festival for their “Best DJ set of the year”.

Dax J - Orwellian Times [Monnom Black 036]

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