breaks/house/ghetto 3

electronic trax 2023 (house techno) part 4

Zvrra_Mixes

jan24

@zvrra is an avant-garde artist by anyone's standards. Her background as a video game developer has a clear influence on the music she makes. That can be anything from industrial to techno, witch house to hip hop, but most often her sounds exist in the intricate spaces in between all that. Her perfectly entitled November album Bizarroland on Avian was a fine example of that, and one united by an eerie darkness that kept you looking over your shoulder.

But this week's mix is full steam ahead through a shadowy world of grit and grime. It's a one-hour techno excursion that explores myriad different rhythms from flat-footed to floating, broken to brutal. It is unrelenting from start to finish, building the tension through a mix of texture and tempo, pulling back then going again just when it matters. It speaks of DJ with a unique sense of control and mastery of darkness. 

To learn about what inspired the mix, how it was put together, the influence of video games on Zvrra's music and about her recent EP, head over to our website to read a quick interview with the artist herself: https://dekmantel.com/editorial/dekmantel-podcast-363-zvrra

Dekmantel Podcast

Short Q&A

Dekmantel Podcast 363 - Zvrra

Live streamed for Decoratelier Brussels by customs n borders

Shxcxchcxsh - Lldtmps
Svarog - Urbanism (Angelo Stasi & ØTI Remix)
Translate & Pulso - Vacuum Never Discover
Sarah Garlot Darkdomina - Tsunami 5 (Original Mix)
Linear System - Dimensions
Pulso - Snakes In The Grass (Original Mix)
Unit Moebius - Gaskever 14
Linear System - Space Exploration Part.10
Zvrra - The Curse of Dexterity
Håwgk - Red Riau
Linear System - Tremors
Alexey Dunchyk - Tribe Pride
Joel Mull - Eroticon 6
Arnaud Le Texier - Physic Saw
It's Thinking - Surviving Desire
Darren Price - Airspace
Porter Ricks - Nautical Dub

Zvrra @ Decoratelier Brussels September 3 / 2022

Zvrra is a multi-genre music producer and video game developer based in Chicago, Illinois. Her music explores a multitude of genres and styles ranging from techno and house, to hip hop, to tribal and industrial, often blending styles and crafting intricate concept albums.

Notes on the Mix ///
"Execution is everything in any field. With this mix I wanted to show it's possible to connect different worlds. The old and new have a place of connection when you have the skill to create it for the listener."

SOCIALS:
@zvrra
@zvrra2
https://zvrra.bandcamp.com
www.instagram.com/zvrra_ig

XOXA BLEND 130 - ZVRRA

Read our interview with @zvrra and check out this mix's track list here: bit.ly/ZvPod

Groove Podcast 376

Tracklist

Groove Podcast 376 - Zvrra

JUSTY - Hands (Hush Hush's Dub Mix)

FREE DOWNLOAD

Ice Spice - In Ha Mood (O'Flynn Remix)

Rushing out advanced patterns that springboard from hi-tek soul, jungle, footwork and weightless grime into unknown zones, J-Shadow arrives on Sneaker Social Club with an album which cements his status as a true sonic scientist. 

Since his first drops some five years prior, the London-based DJ/producer has weaved a web of intrigue across labels like Bun The Grid, Nous Disques, Warehouse Rave and an album last year for Keysound. Through it all, he’s demonstrated a prodigal affinity for the elements of hardcore -rooted soundsystem culture without ever being beholden by the perceived rules of dance music.  In his hands, tracks can hover in suspense without ever needing a breakdown or build-up, pivoting on skittering drum machine pulses or teetering on the precipice of mountainous subs, gliding on celestial pads or skating into abyssal negative space. The acknowledgement for past methods is there in some of the canonical samples - like where Heather O’Rourke’s Poltergeistcall takes on a truly alternative dimension subtly bedded into the vast swathes of ‘Beneath The Undertow’ - but nothing is as it seems. 

The End Of All Physical Form is no self-consciously ‘deconstructed’ record, though. It’s futurist rather than post-modern, carrying on the legacy of jungle and other such forms as vehicles for innovation and urgent exploration, bristling with energy and still, ironically, physical despite the mutated forms the beats and basslines manifest in. Find these works an open-eared soundsystem and they’ll absolutely do the damage, taking the dance somewhere far beyond in the process.

J-Shadow - Arsu

Gimme A Break Records present Groovy D’s “Phase Shift EP”, a collection of 3 genre-bending tracks designed for the club, supplemented with a leftfield breakbeat remix from An Avrin. Leeds-based Groovy D is a former founding member of Denham Audio, who has amassed an enviable string of releases on highly respected labels, including Shall Not Fade, Unknown To The Unkown and Hardline Sounds. His sound primarily contributes to the new wave of 2-step and 4x4 UKG. However, he also draws influence from UK Funky, Dubstep and Techno in his productions. Groovy’s sets are as energetic as his tracks, allowing him to play at a number of top clubs in the UK and around Europe. 2023 sees no slowing in the pace and momentum of Groovy’s rise, with sets as far flung as Tbilisi, Georgia as well as a huge fabric debut.

GABD013 sees Groovy at his most unrestrained, colliding ideas from multiple genres in a highly energetic EP. In “Freak U” Groovy utilises his break chopping skills to create a contemporary electro-style beat against the backdrop of an acid-like rave stab, constantly moving and shifting throughout the track. “Phase Shift”, the track which kickstarted the EP, came together quickly on a train down to the capital. This 145 bpm rave weapon features meticulously chopped break elements as well as high-energy stabs and is bound to get the club moving. Building on the success of his highly sought-after “Glue Riddim” released on ec2a, Groovy melds elements from Dubstep, UK Funky and Breakbeat to send “Ravey Riddim” to new heights. Finally, Scuffed Recordings mainstay and South London’s resident leftfield wizard An Avrin provides a stupendous remix of “Freak U”, sending listeners through a portal of incomparable sound design. 

Groovy D
https://open.spotify.com/artist/43iAneSLd8xkYP6lgczDIZ?si=5n5JUD_BQmyoB0hCU9gurg
https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/groovy-d/1503563215
https://www.instagram.com/groovyd_ukg/
https://soundcloud.com/groovyduk
https://groovyd.bandcamp.com/

An Avrin
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3AesIIDnUocquLwVrVVO8o?si=j8fVAAbLTxSJ0wqzxjDW6w
https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/an-avrin/1487702119
https://www.instagram.com/an_avrin_/
https://soundcloud.com/4navr1n
https://4navr1n.bandcamp.com/album/bonk-ock

Gimme A Break
https://www.instagram.com/gimmeabreakrecords/
https://soundcloud.com/gimmeabreakrecords
https://gimmeabreakrecords.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/gimmeabreakrecords

PREMIERE: Groovy D - Freak U (An Avrin's Portal Mix) [Gimme A Break Records]

Pre-order: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/sentimento/freak-dj-adhd-remix

@solosentimento is a new project from Italian producer Riccardo Vangelli who teams up with @djadhdgotbngrz to take on a remix of 'FREAK', his latest breakbeat cut-turned-909 banger.

“My rhythmic textures are cold, I use metallic noises to shape the transients, it’s my signature sound," says SENTIMENTO.

More exclusive music

Premiere: SENTIMENTO 'FREAK' (DJ ADHD Remix)

CBDSH#135 - Zvrra

We warmly welcome Zvrra from Chicago as our first guest of relaunched Curated by Deep Space Helsinki guest mix series. She is an absolutely brilliant producer and a fantastic dj, who delivers us all a proper mix of trippy deep techno. Promoters, book her now, we want to hear more!

Bio:
Adrenaline-spiked video games have soundtracked the youth of millions global-wide for decades. Immersive worlds elevated by pulsing scores have long gripped imaginations, and Chicago techno producer, DJ and video game developer Zvrra is an artist whose dynamic craft can be credited to the console. It was Rockstar’s street racing game Midnight Club II that kick-started Zvrra’s love of techno’s sundry rhythms as the soundtrack featured a strong supply of cuts from esteemed producers.

Galvanized by her gameplay, she quickly began experimenting with her own sound. That was nearly two decades ago and Zvrra’s output has explored a multitude of genres and styles ranging from techno and house, to hip hop, dark ambient, tribal and industrial, with her being a deft hand in blending styles and crafting concept albums.

Since 2020, Zvrra has been breaking through the ranks and rising to prominence. Records such as her self-released Flow State techno EP bagged her high praise in all the right corners with Luke Slater, Umfang, Inigo Kennedy, Dustin Zahn and Ben Sims being among those to support her works. British techno linchpin Shifted is another who took notice, saving her a sought-after slot on his imprint Avian for her debut LP Bizzaroland. Released at the end of 2021, the absorbing, tension-driving nine-tracker spans ambient, techno and noise, and firmly secured Zvrra’s reputation as an artist in a world of her own in concocting distinct, intricate soundscapes. Beyond self-releases and record label dispatches, her music features on HBO Max’s South Side series as well as a TV commercial for the streaming giant.

As for DJing, Zvrra’s shrewd selections have largely been heard across the airwaves with regular guest slots on Rinse FM and The Lot, as well as being tapped by Dekmantel for its crowd-pulling podcast series. And as her productions continue to thud across dancefloors, she’s eager to clock in behind the booths of hallowed clubs and festivals worldwide.

While music production has taken precedence over video game development, in the near future fans of her sonic ammo will be able to explore her three-dimensional creations as she’s developing video games with plans to release them on Steam, Xbox and other major platforms.

More info: 
https://linktr.ee/zvrra


Track List:
1. Terran Wretch - Severed Wing
2. Zvrra - Unreleased
3. Antonio Ruscito - Form 3
4. Zvrra - Unreleased
5. Peryl - Gait
6. Edit Select, Antonio Ruscito - Apollo (Original Mix)
7. Edit Select - Striking Distance
8. TENSAL - C-A2
9. dc11 - Env Amt 1
10. Sixth Tone - Ozran (Original Mix)
11. Planetary Assault Systems - Nano Chameleon
12. Wrong Assessment - Almost Human
13. Alexskyspirit - Pleasure Forest III (Original Mix)
14. Widow - Southern Machinary
15. Donga - Aquarium
16. Alexskyspirit - Dystopian Konekt
17. Aiken - Dismal
18. Ste7 - Der Minister II

Curated by DSH #135: Zvrra

Inner City - Good Life (Heisy's Hard House Tribute)

Pre-order the album here: https://pprz.bandcamp.com/album/celestial-pursuit

Full release on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 

DJ Hockey approaches techno by intermingling layers of contrasting elements. Defining characteristics for his productions are grounded, thick, encompassing atmospheres often on the introspective side. Psychedelia is present in all of his musical expressions, crafting dynamic journeys resulting in playful and groovy sets.

With releases on labels Model Future, PPRZ and RF Records, DJ Hockey works to propel his interpretation of techno with his production work.

1. Red Giant opens the EP with gentle, dusty percussions, eerie atmospheres and cavernous low end sub. Delayed claps create swirling wind ontop of the steady pace.

2. Kuiper Belt is a tool effective at infusing a reserved moment in a 4/4 set, or making a transition from electro to 4/4 techno. Gentle melodies and hypnotic elements glide over the kicks and snares.

3. Andromeda is a scifi inspired 909 workout. Grooving toms, aggressive snares and spacey claps float around a vox sample while intensity builds from the synths until take off.

4. Starburst is a layerable tool with a strong kick and sparkly arpeggiated synthline which modulates throughout. Simple yet effective percussions provide build up and release through-out this straight forward melter.
credits


W+P by Tanner Hockey / DJ Hockey
Mastered by Pheek
Artwork by Tanner Hockey

DJ Hockey - Celestial Pursuit Previews

Robot's Chinwag

Bogotá-based producer @binaryalgorithms joins forces with Chicago’s @zvrra for a trio of sharp-shooting techno jams on the former’s @furatenafta imprint

More info: https://djmag.com/listen/premiere-binary-algorithms-zvrra-cycle-b

Dissolved Cycles EP

Cycle B

Premiere: Binary Algorithms & Zvrra ‘Cycle B’

Banger Speed Tech Groovy track by Pōnky :)
Free Download Active!
For all of you! Music for all, PA$TI 4 ALL!

Pōnky - https://soundcloud.com/romain-arabian

Support the label/artist:
https://www.instagram.com/ponky.mp3/

Free Download

FREE DL | Pōnky - THIS MY CHIP (4ALL Series)

OUT NOW: https://portal-records.bandcamp.com/album/unfold

Acaera - Unfold EP [PRTLL001]

A1 Unfold (Vinyl Only)
A2 Apex
A3 Anaesthesia

B1 Learned Behaviour
B2 Forella
B3 Reorientation (Vinyl Only)

Release Date: 1st December 2023

Written and produced by Acaera.
Mastered by Giovanni Conti at Artefacts Mastering Berlin.
Original Artwork by Anon.
2023 (c) Portal Records, all rights reserved

Previews are 128 kbps MP3

Unfold

Unfold | Acaera | Preview [PRTLL001]

TRACK 2
Breaks / Jersey Club flip of Ting Tun Up Part II by Skiifall Ft. Knucks 
Bandcamp Alternative DL:
https://roadw3rx.bandcamp.com/album/cook-serve-eat

HEY (Skiifall Flip)

Bank NYC is very excited to present the definitive statement of Collector, "No Prospects". Collector is the solo guise of Jason Campbell, resident of Newcastle, Australia. Since 2014, Campbell has been channelling the industrial malaise of his hometown through his unique take on heavy electronics. After a series of releases on global-spanning labels such Steel City Dance Discs (UK), Nice Music (AUS), Clan Destine (SCO) & Night People (US), the debut long-player for Bank NYC finds Collector embracing true album form for the first time in his discography. Across eight pieces, Collector delivers a bleak sonic narrative via a hardware-only approach to production: Analog drum machine patterns are intricately intertwined with menacing synth lines, and driving bass is met with the unrelenting clatter of tightly-sequenced field recordings taken straight from the heart of local industry.

Thematically, "No Prospects" navigates the downfall of Newcastle's BHP Steelworks at the end of the 20th century. Acknowledged widely as the largest de-industrialisation event in Australian history, the closure of the Steelworks in 1999 marked a dramatic cultural shift where blue-collar vocations were vanquished due to an economic slump, and were consumed by the trending cosmopolitanism seen in adjacent cities. "No Prospects" draws on Campbell's family lineage in the Newcastle's steelworks, providing a rich, personal context to an industry that both gives and takes away. The sharp intensity of the album is sustained by dramatic shifts in pace: the devestating slow burners of 'Two From Five' and 'Ricochet' are instinctually offset by the frenetic 'CFT' and 'Workers Club Collapse', which showcase Campbell's no-nonsense approach to shaping an almost club-ready breed of modern industrial techno. Although diverse across both sides, cohesion is found in Campbell's toolkit of samples that are unmistakably Collector. The album's eponymous track, 'No Prospects', serves as an introspective centrepoint - a largely arrhythmic excursion shrouded in familiar brooding, textural drones, and underpinned by the chug of machinery on the brink of collapse.

Although forever indebted to the spirit of local electronic outcasts, Bloody Fist Records, Collector's "No Prospects" is a remarkably distinct statement straight from the heart of Australia's Steel City. The complexity of arrangements speak to Campbell's long association in experimental music communities, whilst the persistent feeling of dread conveys a uniquely regional story of decay and futility. Pure Novocastrian industrial electronics.

No Prospects

Collector - Gauze (BNK-040)

Remake, remix & re-recording of ANIMAL PLANET ROCK with our favorite DtttC! guest star Hollis! Basement style...

produced by djblesOne. lyrics by djblesOne & Hollis.

DON'T TALK TO THE COPS! - ANIMAL PLANET ROCK (BASEMENT REMIX) feat. HOLLIS (produced by djblesOne)

VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wol3xi8A5XQ

ORIGINAL SONG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dW24QOQDPFY

Ithaka: https://soundcloud.com/ithaka-official
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIZXy50yj_t9UuHqeOQhpGQ

The Untitled: https://soundcloud.com/user-743137372/sets/the-untitled-all-tracks
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PovOMQBNlU&list=PLj_PFp-HnQNOLHjINIZeEni5weacg60GW

Weird House: @bem-repost
@user-559354833
www.mixcloud.com/agustin-mesa/
www.facebook.com/WeirdHouse996/

Dimension H

Our Multiverse

The Untitled - Our Multiverse featuring Ithaka (Lyrics & vocals)

UNISIL

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