Techno Selection 2

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

Planet Rhythm:
www.planetrhythm.audio
www.facebook.com/planetrhythmrec
www.discogs.com/label/347-Planet-Rhythm-Records

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All Planet Rhythm releases appear first as exclusive on Bandcamp:
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Beatport:
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Red Rooms - Sunbeams - PRRUKBLK070

VOLTAGE Imprint closes of its single digit releases with a fine taste, club-focused EP by Altinbas & Cirkle: Cynical Moves.

Order here: voltageimprint.com/VOLT009

A1. Cynical Moves
A2. Dawn
B1. Divergence
B2. Nightwalker

Written & produced by Altinbas & Cirkle
Artwork by Studio Phazed
Mastering by Conor Dalton
Words by Michiel Demeulemeester

Altinbas & Cirkle - Cynical Moves EP (SNIPPETS)

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]

Axel Karakasis delivers the first offering of 2023, his four tracker, 'Centrifuge Tube' EP. REMAINLTD150 is a powerful and dominant release that is crafted with Axel's characteristic sound!!

Axel Karakasis - Centrepoint

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Axel Karakasis - Outspread

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]

Track: Exorcism
Artist(s): @keithcarnal
Label: Second Degree 
Catalog: SEC009
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release Date: 08.04.2024

Artist links: 
Bandcamp: https://secnddegree.bandcamp.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithcarnal
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KeithCarnal

Keith Carnal Unleashes "SEC009" EP: A Techno Journey Through His Signature Sound.
Techno luminary Keith Carnal returns with his latest EP, "SEC009," a four-track sonic odyssey that epitomizes his distinct style.
From pulsating rhythms to introspective melodies, Carnal showcases his mastery in crafting immersive techno experiences.

"SEC009" features Carnal's hallmark blend of driving beats and emotive chords, inviting listeners on a captivating journey through the depths of electronic music. With tracks that range from high-energy underground stompers to introspective compositions, the EP highlights Carnal's evolution as an artist while staying true to his roots.
Set to release on April 8 on his label SEC NDº (Second Degree), "SEC009" promises to captivate audiences worldwide with its infectious rhythms and undeniable energy. Available in your favorite record store, this EP solidifies Keith Carnal's position as a leading figure in contemporary techno music.

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Forbidden Laughter

Draku Returns with His Deeply Atmospheric Second Release on City of Drums Black Label: “Dark Plantasia”

City of Drums Black Label is proud to present the second release from rising electronic producer Draku: the evocative and immersive “Dark Plantasia.” Blending deep melodic house, hypnotic techno grooves, and cinematic soundscapes, this release invites listeners into an otherworldly ecosystem—where darkness blooms and nature pulses with electronic life.

Draku experienced a strange dream: a dense jungle where every leaf and vine moved to the beat of an invisible rhythm. But this was no peaceful paradise—this forest had a pulse, a heart, and a darkness. Creatures stirred in the undergrowth, roots whispered secrets, and the plants danced to a brooding melodic techno symphony.
“Dark Plantasia” was born from that dream.

🎵 The Sound of an Organic Dreamscape. Across its runtime, Dark Plantasia explores contrasts—light and dark, organic and synthetic, meditative and driving. 

This release captures the core ethos of City of Drums Black Label—music that pushes boundaries, tells stories, and creates immersive sonic environments.

Draku’s ability to blend emotion, groove, and storytelling has already caught the attention of melodic house and techno lovers. With “Dark Plantasia,” he takes a bold step forward in both artistry and concept, crafting a release that is as thoughtful as it is danceable.

Whether you're a DJ looking for atmospheric tracks that still move the floor, or a listener seeking a deep headphone journey, Dark Plantasia is a must-experience.


Dark Plantasia

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MONNOM BLACK 014 - Dax J - Offending Public Morality LP

Dax J - Offending Public Morality

MONNOM BLACK 015_ Dax J_ Redemption EP

Vinyl Release Date - 13.07.2018

monnomblack.bandcamp.com/album/redemption-ep

A1. NO REDEMPTION 
A2. SIN AND SALVATION 
B1. OFFENDING PUBLIC MORALITY (DAX J DUB MIX)
B2. TWO FOOT SHALLOW (WRITTEN BY DAX J & CRESSIDA)

C1. VOLTAIRE
C2. THE TYRANNY 
D1. CONDITION THE MASSES 
D2. RUSSIAN BLOOD LINES 
D3. Digi. ACID ASCENTION (DAX J CLUB MIX)

MASTERED AND CUT BY MATT COLTON @ ALCHEMY MASTERING, LONDON

ALL TRACKS WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY DAX J
B2 WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY DAX J & CRESSIDA 
MONNOM015 - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
INFO@MONNOMBLACK.COM
© & ℗ MONNOM BLACK 2018

No Redemption

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Track by Dax J & Cressida

MONNOM BLACK 015_ Dax J_ Redemption EP

Vinyl Release Date - 13.07.2018

monnomblack.bandcamp.com/album/redemption-ep

A1. NO REDEMPTION 
A2. SIN AND SALVATION 
B1. OFFENDING PUBLIC MORALITY (DAX J DUB MIX)
B2. TWO FOOT SHALLOW (WRITTEN BY DAX J & CRESSIDA)

C1. VOLTAIRE
C2. THE TYRANNY 
D1. CONDITION THE MASSES 
D2. RUSSIAN BLOOD LINES 
D3. Digi. ACID ASCENTION (DAX J CLUB MIX)

MASTERED AND CUT BY MATT COLTON @ ALCHEMY MASTERING, LONDON

ALL TRACKS WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY DAX J
B2 WRITTEN AND PRODUCED BY DAX J & CRESSIDA 
MONNOM015 - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
INFO@MONNOMBLACK.COM
© & ℗ MONNOM BLACK 2018

Two Foot Shallow

Monnom Black 018

Dax J – Chaos Come To Conquer EP

Release Date – Vinyl & Digital – April 19th 2019

Dax J returns to Monnom Black with an ep of uncompromising warehouse tracks, drifting through Acid, UK and Jungle influences to create an iconic onslaught of ominous Techno cuts.

A1. Chaos Come To Conquer
A2. Tenshun
B1. Speedball
B2. The Drome (SE1)

Release Date – Vinyl & Digital – April 19th 2019 
Mastered & Cut by Matt Colton at Alchemy Mastering 
Distributed by Triple Vision

All tracks written, produced and mixed by Dax J

Photo Credit - Lincoln Clarkes, 1996, Heroines
Original image captured by award-winning photographer, Lincoln Clarkes in Vancouver 1996, from the highly praised, hard-hitting photo-book series, “Heroines,” portraying social injustice and the stark contrasting realities faced in the forgotten areas of modern day sub culture.

“In any other city, this photograph might have been staged, but not here in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. Crack-smoking, heroin-shooting, sleeping, eating, living, dying - it’s all done on the street” Lincoln Clarkes, extract from “Heroines”

Presenting hard-talk issues with challenging and thought provoking images, while discovering hidden beauty in the decaying societies of humanity, this is Monnom Black.

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Dax J - Tenshun

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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”.

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