In late 2023 I was chatting with a musician friend about labels, and whether they're really all that necessary these days. As someone mainly focused on self-releasing my music through Bandcamp, I think for the most part the answer is no. One should focus on passionately creating things and being involved in their local music community. Over time, label or not, things will hopefully start to take care of themselves on their own. I did however mention that there was one label I thought was really cool, and would definitely be interested in working with: it was Nous'klaer Audio. Incredibly, the next day I received an email from Sjoerd Oberman, who runs Nous'klaer, inviting me to join for a release and performance at Draaimolen. Of course, I was delighted to be involved. This would be my first show in the EU. I spent about 3 months preparing a new set. Having grown rather bored of CDJs and DJ mixers, I opted to prepare a live set, in which I control 8 channels of audio tracks along with drum machines and FX. This setup gives me a lot of freedom to explore new arrangements of my catalog, and better command the dynamic energy on the dance floor, pushing and pulling things forwards to capture the mood of the crowd. To prepare for Draaimolen, I organized several shows across Japan (where I live), further refining the setup after each performance, and deciding what tracks would be the best fit for the 60 minute peak time set I was scheduled to perform. I was very nervous about how my set would be received, but it ended up working very well, and was the highlight of my year. From the very start, the positive reaction from the crowd put me at ease, and Draaimolen's focus on sound and stage design gave me peace of mind, knowing that every frequency was being perfectly reproduced on the floor. I'm so grateful for the opportunity Nous'klaer and Draaimolen provided me. Long live Nous'klaer and long live Draaimolen. Thank you Sjoerd and Milo and Kani and Hannah! 
- Erik Luebs

Erik Luebs live at Draaimolen Festival 2024

Erika is a DJ/producer from Detroit who is also one half of Ectomorph. Additionally, she is one third of Interdimensional Transmissions…a record label and event series known globally for Return to the Source @ Tangent Gallery every May.

Train Wrecks #086 - Erika

We’re pleased to announce the revival of our mix series, AUCTION RADIO 📡

The intention of this series is to promote the work of DJs and live acts from Detroit & beyond, with focus on the deeper & darker realms of music; from techno, industrial, acid, electro, EBM, hardgroove, & the like. 

In the spirit of AUCTION, we draw inspiration from artists who truly push the boundaries of mixing with a level of curiosity & tact, encouraging the listener to explore the depths of sensory perception with each musical offering. 

#29 features DJ Sphinx, a Detroit local and Auction resident DJ who’s been making waves in the Techno sphere as of recently. This mix invites the listener into a sonic territory marked by hypnotic frequencies, carefully layered rhythms, heady acid grooves, & nods to Detroit techno classics. Her inspiration is anchored in an ongoing curiosity for sonic storytelling, history, mythology, & the healing powers of music & creative expression.

DJ SPHINX | AUCTION RADIO 029

To mark the upcoming release "Several Streams of Thought" - Steve Bicknell's new album, due out on May 9th on double vinyl, with a limited edition including a 7-inch, KR3 joins forces with the British producer to deliver a mix that shares the album's title, capturing its spirit and essence.

This journey chronicles Bicknell's decades-long exploration of electronic music, reflecting his deep roots as a collector, DJ, and producer. Drawing from a wide palette of tones and inspirations, it offers a raw and honest snapshot of his constantly evolving sonic identity.

Over the course of 75 minutes, the mix shifts from bright atmospheres to textures of pure power, ultimately entering a dark, low-ceilinged tunnel before reappearing in blinding white, taking a deep breath, and continuing. 

It’s an intricate processing of various dimensions, featuring exclusive unreleased tracks from the 2x12" and 7" editions of the album.

Album Pre-Order via KR3 Bandcamp Account: 
https://kr3stevebicknell.bandcamp.com/album/several-streams-of-thought

Resident Advisor feature on S. Bicknell's new album here: https://it.ra.co/news/82511


MIX TRACKLIST:
1. Steve Bicknell - The Eye of The Invisible World.1 [Extract]
2. Jam Breaks - Funky Funky Time [Steve Bicknell • backtotheparty edit]
3. Liquid Liquid - Lock Groove In & Out
4. Strafe - Set It Off
5. Boogie Down - Haven't Been Funked Enough [Steve Bicknell • backtotheparty edit]
6. Kevin Starke - Jaws
7. K Alexi - Relax With Chicago PT.2
8. Lil Louis - Club Lonely [Steve Bicknell • backtotheparty edit]
9. Pitched Black - When Stars Collide
10. Steve Bicknell - The Eye of The Invisible World.1 [Extract]
11. Steve Bicknell - The Concept of Practopia
12. Steve Bicknell - The Reassurance Ritual
14. Steve Bicknell -  Scene Two [Extract]

Several Streams of Thought

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Several Streams of Thought Mix by Steve Bicknell

‘Run it Red’ sees bona fide techno legend Ben Sims showcases 2 hrs of the finest new house and techno he can lay his hands on. 
Find the full tracklist and related episodes on NTS: https://www.nts.live/shows/ben-sims/episodes/ben-sims-18th-may-2025

Ben Sims Presents: Run It Red 180525

Direct support set for VOAM label owner/artist PARIAH recorded live in Seattle May 16th 2025 at the Rainer space

Cory Simpson live at DEPTH x ROUTINE present PARIAH

Aurora Halal, DJ set recorded live at Planetarium on March 10th, 2023. Best listened to lying down in the dark, through some good speakers with some friends. 

Aurora plays a deep listening set at Planetarium: A Weekend of Deep Listening at the Omega Institute in Rhinebeck on the weekend of October 24-26, 2025 alongside Drumloop, Judith Grodowitz, Rena Anakwe, Justin Carter, Laraaji and Arji Oceananda. More info is here: 

https://www.eomega.org/workshops/planetarium-weekend-deep-listening 

Mastered by Michael King.

Aurora Halal, DJ Set from Planetarium, March 10, 2023

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Track Title: Never L00k Back
Artist: DJAM3
Album Title: 3:AM
Artwork: @http.acidpixel
Mastering: DJAM3
Label: JAM3R4T10N
Catalogue: JAM001
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno (Groove/ Deep/ Hypnotic)
Format: Digital
Release: 10/08/2025

3:AM

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Never L00k Back - [JAM001]

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