Electronic music duo, Dusky, proudly announce the 10th year anniversary of their revered record label, 17 Steps. To mark this significant milestone, they are set to release a special Various Artists compilation and embark on an extensive UK/EU/US tour. The announcement kicks off with the release of "Sampler 01: Floor To Floor 10 Years of 17 Steps'' featuring tracks from Scaefa, Machine Dion, Kassian, and Dusky.
"Sampler 01" offers a glimpse into the label's evolution over the past decade. This prelude to the full compilation promises to be a sonic journey, showcasing 17 Steps' commitment to pushing the boundaries of underground house and techno. Each artist featured on the sampler brings a unique flair, contributing to the diverse and innovative sound that has become synonymous with the label.
Scaefa, a producer/DJ based between Reading and Oxford, brings emotionally stirring breaks, techno, trance, and beyond to the compilation. His tracks have gained recognition from DJ Mag, BBC Radio One, Rinse FM, and more, with support from industry heavyweights like Laurent Garnier, Four Tet, Dusky, and Avalon Emerson.
Machine Dion, hailing from north London, draws inspiration from the UK underground scene, crafting a unique sound by blending electro, broken beat techno, industrial, and 80s synthpop. His contribution adds a distinct flavor to the sampler, embodying the label's commitment to diversity.
Kassian, launching in 2019, has evolved their sound from groove-laden House to leftfield threads of Techno and UK Bass. Their label Faux Poly, launched in 2022, has received high praise and support, with weekly residencies on Rinse FM showcasing their depth of knowledge and eclecticism in dance music. With tracks played by Ben UFO, Four Tet, Floating Points, and more, Kassian's impact on the electronic music scene is undeniable.
Reflecting on a decade of 17 Steps, Dusky expressed pride in the label's journey, emphasizing its role in supporting emerging talent. The anniversary compilation is a celebration of the label's past and a look forward to its promising future, with a commitment to exploring new sounds while preserving its unique identity.
Dusky are a pioneering electronic music duo, and 17 Steps is their acclaimed record label founded in 2014. Over the past decade, 17 Steps has become synonymous with innovative electronic music, consistently pushing boundaries and supporting emerging talent. The label's diverse roster includes artists like Nathan Micay, Denham Audio, Skream, Mella Dee, Eris Drew, Logic1000, Alan Fitzpatrick, and more. The forthcoming full compilation features an impressive lineup of artists including AIDA, Aldonna, Ikonika, MNL., Roska, and more, representing a diverse spectrum of electronic music styles. Dusky invites fans to join the celebration on their extensive global tour including key stops in Berlin, London, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, and Brooklyn. The tour promises to be a sonic exploration of the label's legacy and the future of electronic music.

Floor To Floor: 10 Years of 17 Steps

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Kid Simius returns with his third full length studio album, this time via Bristol label Shall Not Fade.

JOSÈ LP is 10 tracks of high-quality dance music, delving deep into all things jazz, house & disco, showing why Kid Simius is one of the most innovative producers around at the moment.

JOSÈ LP drops August 23rd via Shall Not Fade.

JOSÈ LP

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London outfit Kassian continue their broadly-evolving yet highly detailed journey through and beyond sound towards something ever more expansive. Their second release for !K7 Records comes in the wake of creating a dedicated hardware-forward studio in a Northeast London container complex, where they have the freedom to interlink their machines. This renewed focus brought them to Supercontinent EP, named for the ancient geological era when Africa and South America were joined as Pangea.

A reformulation of rhythmic ideas inspired by South African Amapiano and South American Baile Funk governs the two hemispheres of the record. The pair examine and deconstruct dancefloor material, eschewing 4/4 for interlocking shaker patterns, searing acid lines, cracking breakbeats, and vocal samples in Zulu and Brazil Portuguese.

The immediacy of the restless rhythm and bass-led funk of “Yena” forms a sweet spot where double-time and half-time can coexist. The word Yena translates to ‘he / him / man’, and the punchy male vocal loop punctuates the track’s deep swing, enhanced by amapiano log drums sped-up to a glassy pitch.

“Yami” (‘mine’ in Zulu) is a slinkier proposition which sheds prominent percussion in favour of a weighty, fluid, acid-informed bassline undulating from below. Contrasted against its jutting female vocals and sharp synth pads, the track cultivates dancefloor anticipation, accented by skittering percussion and time-stretched acid disintegration.

An ascending percussive riff marks the arrival of “Pulgueiro Baile”, followed closely by break beats and the nostalgia of distinctly British acid electro. While pulguero translates as ‘flea market’ there is nothing random to be found; it is an intentionally future-forward retelling of a vintage sound, replete with a mind-melt breakdown of rave pads.

A dubbed-out groove dominates the bottom-heavy “Sistema Baile”, established by a leading Roland System 1 synth line. It is a groovy, steady roller that chugs and propels and chugs with head-nod hypnotism through an intricately minimalistic approach.

Supercontinent EP [!K7 Records]

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TL Premiere #1597 (2024.04.23) : Discothèque Sauvage & Fasme - Space Encounter [Hess Publica]

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For this 127th Premiere of 2024, we have a track by Discothèque Sauvage & Fasme titled ‘Space Encounter’ from the forthcoming VA Compilation "Computer Love Vol​.​1" on the label based in Brussels : Hess Publica.

▶︎ The compilation will be available from April 30, 2024 on limited edition cassette (50 copies) + digital on Bandcamp : https://hesspublica.bandcamp.com/album/c-lov-1-computer-love-vol-1-v-a

Tapes are in "frosted sea" green and covers are printed on tracing paper with cool transparency effect.

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V/A - Computer Love Vol​.​1 [Hess Publica // C​-​LOV 1]

Electro-dedicated polymorph entity Computer Love hosts its first compilation on Hess Publica Records. 8 club-oriented tracks showing the large scope of influences that Electro has to offer. You will feel Detroit influences, bassy syncoped rhythms, modern acidic leads, with bleeps and crunch all along. A new Computer World. ☼

Tracks produced by : Arnaud Is Dancing (@arnaudisdancing), Darshan (@darshan_3007), Discothèque Sauvage (@marc_momo) & Fasme (@fasme-live), Kafkactrl (@kafkactrl), Lord Jalapeños (@lordjalapenos), Lost In Material (@lostinmaterial), Maelita (@maelitaa), Selected Dream Memories (@selected_dream_memories)

Tracklist :
1. SNIPPETS COMPUTER LOVE VOL. 1 - V/A
2. A1. Lost In Material - Dub Behavior
3. A2. Lord Jalapeños - 1,417x10e32 K
4. A3. Kafkactrl - Obscure Chronicle
5. A4. Selected Dream Memories - Plus Deux
6. B1. Maelita - Brutal Champagne
7. B2. Arnaud Is Dancing - Object Runner
8. B3. Discothèque Sauvage x Fasme - Space Encounter
9. B4. Darshan - Not Doin It Well

releases April 30, 2024

A&R : Côme Boisset & Maël Birot
Mastering : Ben Pest (@benpest)
Artwork : Maël Birot (@lostinmaterial) & Lila Zoggagh

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V/A - Computer Love Vol​.​1

Space Encounter

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Irish producer and DJ Or:la has released a new EP, Moonlight Crush, via our in-house label, fabric Originals.

Created to be experienced in a club or rave where Or:la feels most at home, Moonlight Crush is filled with heavy rhythmic synths and organs, reminiscent of losing yourself on the dancefloor. The scent of smoke machines and sweat is thick in the air, lit only by the hint of a full moon. 

As a multifaceted producer, DJ, and label owner, known for her dynamic and genre-spanning creations, Or:la’s artistic journey has taken her from the tranquil and remote landscapes of Inch Island in Ireland to the vibrant nightlife scenes of some of the world’s most iconic venues. 

Now based in Liverpool, Orlagh Dooley has become an integral part to the clubbing scene as a promoter and queer community builder pouring her heart and soul back into the place she found her own musical voice. Known for her diverse showcasing of genres, across UK bass, tribal house, deep house, breakbeat, acid, and 90’s techno, Or:la’s ability to draw connections between the subtleties of these genres is what sets her apart from the rest. 


Tracklist
1. A Howl’s a Howl
2. Moonlight Crush
3. Moonlight Crush (Floating Away Dub)

Moonlight Crush

Orla - Moonlight Crush [fabric Originals]

Patrick Kimber is a Chilean DJ and an electronic music producer. His project, Cameron Audio, dates back to 2020. Patrick’s music usually lies between breaks and ambient with a lo-fi aesthetic. Cameron Audio has also released songs for Panal Records and Orion Network labels compilations. Since then, his work has evolved and presents us now in Halcxn his new EP called Azul Marino.

Azul Marino is an EP composed of five tracks, recorded between 2023 and 2024. These songs were inspired by ambient and club music. This EP is the second work of the Chilean producer, after the release of ‘Archivos’ on 'De Goya Sounds' label.

In Azul Marino he showcases a more focused approach, with a few dance-floor cuts as well as his signature ambient influence. Songs like ‘Got Me Lookin’ 4 Ya’ and ‘Prog GPT’ have been influenced by jungle, breaks and garage, inspired by a UK nineties sound. Other songs in the EP have a more “soundscape” edge, such as the downtempo “Oscilar”, as well as the title track. Finally, ‘Soul’ merges atmospheric vibes with a broken but steady beat.

Azul Marino closes an important stage of Patrick’s career, which will undoubtedly be the boost he needs to continue his work as a DJ and producer.

PREMIERE : Cameron Audio - Soul

Rome-based artist @hernicetoo delivers a four-track suite of glossy lo-fi club fuel for @reveriesrome

‘Simple Guy, Big Town’ is out 30th April. Have an exclusive first listen to ‘Via Regina Elena’.

More info: https://djmag.com/listen/premiere-her-nice-too-regina-elena

Simple Guy, Big Town

Premiere: Her Nice Too ‘Via Regina Elena’

Ultraviolet delivers the first offering of the year from Feeling Blue, three tracks showcasing his signature sound, fusing a range of influences into a clean club ready package.

Nokia showcases Ultraviolet's high-tempo and intricate percussive work, with a relentless and syncopated synth to match. Way Out opens up in sonic space with the same distinctive production complemented by ethereal vocal stabs, before High Life introduces sophisticated granular breakbeat patterns.

PREMIERE : Ultraviolet - Way Out

Michigander is a techno, house, and dance label created by Detroit DJ & Producer Brian Kage. It was initially established to showcase how faces and places in Michigan have played a role in influencing Brian's music. Well into double digits now, the label bossman steps up to the plate with a project of a lifetime;  four slabs of vinyl filled to the outer grooves with authentic D Town techno and deep house that will floor you.
Brian Kage is a staple on the Detroit techno and house scene and has consistently pushed the boundaries of electronic music. With a career marked by acclaimed releases and collaborations, Kage's sound is a testament to the rich musical heritage of Detroit. He’s released on Planet-E, Craigie Knowes, We Play House, FXHE, Berettamusic, and of course his own label Michigander. His productions are known for their depth, soul, and technical prowess, making him a respected figure in the global electronic community.
‘Timeless Times’, is a masterful blend of classic house rhythms with the distinct edge of Detroit techno. Through this ambitious 19-track collection, Kage weaves a sonic tapestry through emotional landscapes, marked by ambient, and personal nostalgic vignettes that evoke a sense of timeless musical exploration. Although this is his first solo album, he was not alone on this sonic adventure. You will hear exciting collaborations between Kage and Mr. V, Milton Jackson, Jon Dixon, OB Ignitt, Luke Hess, Taho, Mesha Monique, RBJ, plus more surprises. ‘Timeless Times’ is not just an album, it's an auditory experience that encapsulates the very spirit of Detroit's electronic music scene and the beautiful state of Michigan.

PREMIERE : Brian Kage - Wiling Out

Weaving polyrhythmic electronic drums and heady bass into multi-layered club tracks and atmospheric rap vocals, Planet Mu's Ziúr shakes up the Fresh Kicks series.

Q&A here: https://djmag.com/features/fresh-kicks-119-ziúr

Fresh Kicks 119: Ziúr

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