10 | 2023 | Selected Sets | Minimal, Electronic

//100TH PODCAST EDITION// Without a doubt, an important milestones needs to be celebrated with the very best. Mantra Collective warmly welcomes good friend and master selector Andrey Pushkarev (Russia) for our 100th Podcast.

Andrey Pushkarev's exquisite taste, sharp skills at the decks, and uncompromising nature have won him respect and admiration as a committed promoter of quality music. The subtle charm of his mixes encourages a reflective, ruminative headspace - a sound that focuses on creating moods, all the while emphasizing the human aspect of music.

In addition, we have enlisted the expert hands of Nikola Cvetkovski for the first facelift of our Mantra Collective Podcast in nearly 9 years. Taking inspiration from brutalist architecture, his unique drawings breathes a new life into our series.

Thank you to all the artists who have contributed so far including SIT, COSMJN & LIZZ, Silat Beksi, Herck, Venda, Diego_Krause, Ada Kaleh România and many more from across the world and Australia.

Mantra Collective Podcast 100 - Andrey Pushkarev

Introducing Manoliu Alexandru, a seasoned electronic music producer and DJ hailing from Targu Neamt, Romania. His sonic journey commenced back in 2012, exploring various electronic music styles before discovering his true calling in techno. Influenced by luminaries like Richie Hawtin, Ben Klock, The Martinez Brothers, and Ricardo Villalobos, Manoliu found himself immersed in the captivating world of "Rominimalistic" music, where he felt most at home as an artist. His signature style fuses techno, minimal, and house elements, all tinged with dreamy and cosmic undertones. With a penchant for experimentation, Manoliu continues to evolve as an artist. In 2021, he made his producer debut with the "Clarity" EP on Pur Records, a Bucharest-based label. This marked the beginning of a promising career that has since seen the release of the "Cloud 8" EP and singles on various artist compilations. For Manoliu Alexandru, creating art through techno music stands as one of his greatest life achievements.

Support the artist: 
https://on.soundcloud.com/R7Q3PNnrSF75qiF79
https://instagram.com/manoliu00?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==

a:ritmi:a podcast 109 ~ Manoliu [Romania]

Straight from the UK's underground scene, @tiesl arrives at our podcast series, delivering a deep mix that feels like stepping into an abyss while your mind crafts the perfect soundtrack. Music to close your eyes to as your body gracefully sways to the rhythm.

Enjoy the dark vibes.

Support the artist:
https://soundcloud.com/tiesl
https://tiesl.bandcamp.com
https://www.instagram.com/tieslmuzik/

:hypnosis: 038 ~ Tiesl [United Kingdom]

Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/hamdi-zanadi
Vsco: vsco.co/hamdi-zanadi/gallery
Facebook: facebook.com/hamdi.zanadi
Instagram: instagram.com/hamdi_zanadi

DEEP MVMT

Hamdi Zanadi

DEEP MVMT Podcast #284 - Hamdi Zanadi

UM Podcast - 036 Peter Zherebtsov

"It’s not so often I get to be experimental or get the the chance to go deeper with my selections, so this was something a little outwith what I’d consider my usual ‘comfort zone’ musically. This was recorded during a stunning Portuguese sunset, surrounded by friends and familiar faces, heavily inspired by the emotions felt and the sheer journey experienced within the natural walls of Waking Life’s Outro Lado stage. If you know, you know."

01 Khlav Kalash - I Just Don't Know What I'm Supposed to Be
02 Baltazar - Follow Your Father's Advice
03 Saphileaum - Forest Deity (Daniel[i] Revisit)
04 Baltazar - Just a Long G
05 Sammy Dee - Lirum Larum
06 Melchior Productions Ltd. - Jingle All The Way
07 Lawrence - Lucifer
08 Baltazar - Valval
09 Melchior Productions Ltd - The Ritual 1
10 STL - Lost Somewhere
11 Peter F. Spiess - Venus At Sunrise (Ion Ludwig's Cosmic Roller Remix)
12 Quenum - Express Yourself (100Hz Remix)
13 Huerta - Amasso
14 Jay Tripwire - Unreleased
15 Giash - Take a Look (At The Wheel)
16 Lawrence - Chez Dupont

Scott
https://soundcloud.com/scottptrsn
https://www.instagram.com/scottptrsvn

Afterhours.
https://linktr.ee/afterhoursuk_
https://soundcloud.com/afterhours-uk-au
https://www.instagram.com/afterhoursuk_

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Scott (Afterhours.) - Somewhere Else (Recorded live on Sept 2, 2023)

Herck x Acmé: LIVE SESSION 001
On August 9th, 2024, we had the honor of welcoming Romanian artist @herck to Valencia, Spain, for the very first time. His debut at Acmé, held at Finca El Teular, delivered an unforgettable set. Today, we bring you a double treat:
📼 EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW ON OUR IG PROFILE: Hear Herck’s thoughts on that magical night, his connection with the Valencia crowd, how he experienced his first time with us, and what he has in store for 2025, among other topics.
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🔊 SET ON SOUNDCLOUD: Relive the full set he gifted us that night. Now available on our SoundCloud profile. This set officially kicks off our Acmé Live Sessions, a new podcast series showcasing exclusive live sets from Acmé events.
✨ We’re excited to announce that Herck will be one of the special guests at our next party on March 15th. And this is just the beginning! The full line-up for this new edition will be revealed soon.
This is only the start of what’s to come. 🌀 Stay tuned, as we’re preparing something very special for this date.
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Acmé Live Sessions 001 x HERCK @ Finca el Teular, Valencia, SPAIN.

K70A w/ DENIS KAZNACHEEV - Thursday 29th May 2025

Soul Frequency

Taruun-Desert-(Mellon Place Records)

Ethno Electronica presents:
@idingorjimusic, @o-uz-alt-nta - Breath Of Dusk 

Idin Gorji:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/1SBoQTgHLHfOY6bKVc5MeR 
https://www.beatport.com/artist/idin-gorji/665171 
https://www.instagram.com/idingorji/ 

Linear:
https://open.spotify.com/artist/21fpydVne982NZTGDkokRj 
https://www.beatport.com/artist/linear/45574 
https://www.instagram.com/linear_music/ 

This is the home of Ethno Electronica

Follow us on this journey of organic and electronic multicultural sounds from around the world.

ethnoelectronica.wixsite.com/website

www.youtube.com/c/etnnoelectronica
open.spotify.com/user/31qcryqli6ldfl6xqo67to2kwoky
www.facebook.com/ethnoelectronica
www.instagram.com/ethnoelectronica/
www.beatport.com/label/ethno-electronica/111421
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Breath Of Dusk

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Idin Gorji, Linear - Breath of Dusk [Ethno Electronica]

Moscow Records interview for WetYourSelf's 12:12 at fabrioc London:

Please, tell us a bit about Moscow Records...

Archie Hamiltion: We started Moscow Records in 2009. I think at that time we did it because we wanted to have a 

platform on which to present what we were doing musically. It is very difficult to make a mark in this industry as an 

individual. I think it’s important to have something that people can associate your music with. I did internships at CR2 

and then Defected when I moved to London after university, so I saw the workings of relatively big labels, but I had no 

real hands­on experience. The hardest part initially was to get distributors and shops to work with us, as we were 

completely unknown as artists. I think the hardest part now for me is finding the time to do the work. Along with my 

gigs, making music and trying to have some semblance of a normal social life, it’s not easy!

What are the label’s top releases so far?

I think for me, the best releases have been Kirik’s Stay Body EP, the Better Hide EP by Dan Farserelli and I, 

Moscillation EP by OdD, Lorenzo Chiabotti’s Adnur EP and I am very happy with my new one, Time EP.

Is there a concept behind the label? What are the musical boundaries if any ?

We set out to simply make and release timeless house and techno. Although I think we have a sound, I wouldn’t say 

we have any particular boundaries. I like to always have a strong dancefloor track on every release, as well as more 

ethereal or ‘intelligent’ tracks.

Label artists (who is on the label?)

The regular artists are Lorenzo Chiabotti, Dan Farserelli, Antony Difrancesco, OdD, Ferro

What makes the label different?

Everyone we work with... I like to get to know them first because I like to know what they are about as a person and 

where they are headed artistically. I take quality very seriously, so I am a real stickler for things like mixdowns, which 

can be very annoying for artists, but it’s always worth it in the long­run.

Influences, is there any other labels you are influenced by ?

When we started we were massively influenced by labels like Perlon, Oslo, Cadenza, Barraca, Circus Company, 

Cecille and Vakant...

Vinyl versus digital... what formats are you releasing on and what are your views on vinyl versus digital?

We release on both formats. Personally I think it’s important to have a physical representation of your work, although 

I do not believe in releasing in releasing exclusively on vinyl. There are plenty of people in the world who cannot 

afford, or are unable to purchase records and they have just as much right as anyone to own music. I don’t want to 

open up too much of a can of worms here, but I think people can take the vinyl thing way too seriously...

How long time do you leave between releases?

We don’t have a rigid structure; I don’t like to feel pressured into releasing regularly. When the music is there, and the 

time is right then we will release a record. However, the current lead time (up to 18 weeks!) from delivery to release 

doesn’t make things easy!

What are the visual guidelines in the label? do you work with a specific visual artist or use many different 

ones?

When we started, we wanted to think of a way to draw people’s attention to the records in store who have never 

heard of this label or the artists. It’s a tired old adage, but sex sells! We have a very talented illustrator called Mel 

Burns who draws all of the beautiful ladies that adorn our labels now.

For more info check: https://soundcloud.com/moscowrecords

Priku - WetYourSelf! Promo Mix

an hour of my opening set for Pedro...on no sleep from Chicago the night before. always fun :)

Clovis @ Cyclone with Petre Inspirescu, Los Angeles, December 10th 2016

recorded live at IbizaUnderground 28.09.2016

the Volks Podcast 010 : Praslea

Recorded live at The Yard 05.09.2019, The Block, Tel-Aviv.

Yard Stories #016 Praslea

Events, community, FYEM mix series and record label. 
https://linktr.ee/dblsnd

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Doubleight @12inchstories | Preesh @preesh-de
Ika @i_k_a | Dvinskikh @dvinskikh | Eitbit @eitbit

Scott (Afterhours.) - Somewhere Else (Recorded live on Sept 2, 2023)

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