Forbidden Dance Records sure does know how to signup the big boys with previous EPs from Patrice Scott and Dego making a fine impression. Next up is another house don, this time from Chicago: Specter can really go wild with his rhythms and raw textures as shown on EPs for Theo Parrish's label, but here he starts off with something soulful, dusty round the edges and deep. 'Putazo' then finds him embracing the occult with edgy and glassy synth lines zipping about more turbulent groves. 'Run The Course' is a grinding and mechanical groove of the sort he does so well, then 'Humble Pie' is all fizzing lo-fi synths and scuzzy drums patterns.

Bassline rhythms, soul drenched house fusion cuts and quality ugly tones. Tip!

Grab your copy here: https://bit.ly/SFD008

"In Case You Forgot" E.P.

Premiere | Specter - Humble Pie [Forbidden Dance Records]

Like a phoenix from the ashes, or Ukrainian culture after centuries of demolition, the Kyiv based label Noneside Records is experiencing its revival and rebirth. After all, «Nothing will stop an idea whose time has come» - these words of chief Stepan Bandera make it clear to everyone: if you really burn with sincere emotion for your dream - no difficulties will stop you on the way to its realization.

Five unique tracks from Slava Los, Yevhenii Loi, Lostlojic, Luschn and aqua. - it's a tech house with elements of trance with soul and passion from musicians who write music despite the war. Visualization of the whole action on the record is the picture «The hug» by the Lviv artist Oles Derega.

Slava Los makes his debut on vinyl with the beautiful track «Snus» - old school trance in the best traditions. The author now defends the borders in the ranks of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, so he decided to fulfill his old dream about the vinyl. Yevgeny Loi is also currently in the military, but this did not prevent him from making a new version of «Bounce» - a trance for a slow, erotic dance mood. Lostlojic, who is also the art director of the project, recalls the important message of «Send Me F16» in the uncompromising track of the same name, or rather in its VIP version created especially for the release. Known to vinyl collectors for releases on Deeptrax and Infinite Pleasure. Luschn, a Kyiv legend and mega productive musician, known to tech house maniacs for his releases on Vector.Kyiv and Noneside, invites you to have fun and crazy dances with friends to his rehearsed «Ostinato Transdanz». Newbie aqua. has a unique recognizable style, where the rhythm is constantly changing in each track, nostalgic for the favorite place of childhood - near the Hydroelectric Station in Zaporizhzhia, crazy beats and steppe motifs in the track «H.E.S.».

Grab your copy here: https://bit.ly/NNS008

Nothing will stop an idea

Premiere | Yevhenii Loi - Elastic Bounce (Edit) [Noneside]

The 2024 of New Interplanetary Melodies begins with a new album and an EP signed by ABYSSY, the historical producer from Bologna who returns to Simona Faraone’s label after a few years since the release of his previous works, Magnetic Archive (NIM001, 2016) under his alias Soulomon, and Two Scorpions EP (NIM002, 2017) under the name ABYSSY, which marked NIM's adventure in the world of contemporary Italian independent record labels.
ABYSSY is the musical project that combines the Italian producer's previous experiences with his entire world of musical influences: from the proto-techno of The Electrifying Mojo to the heart of Detroit techno and Chicago house, from the minimalism of Philip Glass to the sound of the Berlin school of the '70s, embracing electro, the heavy use of synthesizers from the minimal wave, and the science-fiction lesson of Kraftwerk. All of this encompasses the territories of '70s and '80s NY black music, drawing from funk, disco, boogie, seminal hip-hop, and breaks. It's a flow of eclecticism and hybrid energies that we also find in his latest works, EXTRA META LP + EXTRA META EP, an album and an EP that are intrinsically connected to each other and have multiple shades.

The album starts with the ecstatic Samba Temperado (A1), which takes us back to the glory days of German Kraut while Mars Trax (A2), Acid Rio (A3), and Quantuum (A4) catapult us into the depths of refined and twisted Detroit techno.

The B side opens with the beautiful Vectrex (B1), a track with a New York's disco-not-disco flavour, followed by the electric house music of Mixed Feeling (B2), a true gem for enthusiasts of more outsider sounds. With Italodoppler (B3), the arrangements become decidedly more '80s and sugary but have a sure grip on the most demanding dancefloors. We could consider ourselves satisfied, but ABYSSY and NIM also offer us two bonus tracks (only in digital format) that further enrich the spectrum of sounds presented in EXTRA META LP: the swirling ambient of Supernova (DGTL1) and the carefree proto-house extravaganza of Ordnateur Numerique (DGTL2).

The journey with ABYSSY's music continues with EXTRA META EP, a natural continuation of the album, starting with the over 14-minute crescendo of C3C6 (A1), a true intergalactic techno journey. Lower Milky Way (B1) nods towards the most elegant Italo disco sounds, and the EP concludes with the granular atmospheres of Busy Line (B2). Just like the album, this EP will also be enriched with two bonus tracks in digital version: the sharp electro of Choices (DGTL1) and the lo-fi house of Drumatic (DGTL2).

EXTRA META LP and EXTRA META EP will be available from February 22nd and March 14th, 2024, respectively, on New Interplanetary Melodies' Bandcamp and in all the best record stores.

"Extra Meta was born from the passion for a certain electronic sound ecosystem of the '70s and '80s, a journey that embraces minimalism of the "Berlin school" and extends to the beating heart of the soul/funk of Detroit techno. A journey into the abyss of emotions and the unknown of the human spirit, as the deep darkness of the ocean intertwines with the unfathomable darkness of space. An invitation to explore new sound boundaries, to let yourself be lulled by waves that repeat without ever repeating themselves and to immerse yourself in the reflective mystery of discovery and of evolution, a dance in darkness and light, and where the abyss of emotion merges with the infinity of imagination: ABYSSY."

Grab your copy here: https://bit.ly/ABYSSY_NIM012

EXTRA META LP

Premiere | ABYSSY - A Mixed Feeling [New Interplanetary Melodies]

Fresh off their ethereal harmony-driven release on Sengiley Wax at the end of 2023, Minor Sine Project are back with their first official LP, "Fata Morgana". The album touches on an array of genres, blending elements of acid, breaks and minimal, all held closely under a cloak of lush harmony. "Fata Morgana" presents the boundaries of genre as a mirage, digging deeper into the fundamental aspects of true groove, coalescing to form music that’s equally designed for the club and beyond.

The LP showcases Minor Sine's versatile and varied distinction as artists with their expansive and engrossing sound never leaving front and centre. "Fata Morgana" is a testament to their strength as storytellers within the genre and an evolution to parts not traditionally heard within their wheelhouse. A seminal journey to the mirage in the distance, ever present and alluring.

Easy Does It - Easing us in with an otherworldly narrative, we kick off with a space laden journey of break like proportions.

Fata Morgana - Transcendental and driven. As per its namesake Fata Morgana invokes a mirage like effect to the senses. Arrival is imminent and the path is oh so sweet. Transcendental and driven.

Isle of Avalon - Atmospheric pads and distant echoing vocals accentuate this reflective trip to isles untravelled.

Mazoe - Staple Minor Sine vibes are alive and well in this euphoric peak time belter.

Raw Melody - After hours sass permeating through a moody deep house fog.

Slam Dancing - Four to the floor seriousness, acid overtones and peppered punchy kicks take us through this urban night time ride.

Start of Messina - Rolling low ends and bright highs combine in this halftime journey of enveloped groove.

Sunday Shade - A deep inviting roller that hits all the right warm and enveloping notes. A big hug on a sunny day.

Vespasian - Acid squelches and arpeggiated distortion is the name of the game with this peak time break infused jam.

Vita Merlini - Out with a bang! Driven and ethereal, melancholy underlays the punchy kicks that culminate to this LP's sublime conclusion.

Grab your copy here: https://bit.ly/MSP_FATAMORGANA

Fata Morgana

Premiere | Minor Sine Project - Raw Melody

Drone Time Podcast #036 | Deon Jamar

On the occasion of the launch of his album, "Altars", which kicks off the catalog of his newly founded record label, Black Music, we invited Deon Jamar to take part in our podcast series.

Deon is a Detroit native whose roots stem from the crates of family. Growing up hearing many different styles of music was the initial inspiration.

His career began in 2015 as resident DJ & organizer for the monthly hip-hop showcase Bluecollar Gentleman.
Around the same time, working with Theo Parrish to promote the Music Gallery party series and eventually spending years behind the scenes at Sound Signature. That work would culminate in a co-curation role for the DJ-Kicks compilation, "Detroit Forward", on !K7 Records, where he enlisted artists that represent the progressive sounds of today. His own track, "North End Funk", was selected to join the mix, making his production credit debut.

With over a decade of experience in Detroit's music community, Deon has been seasoned by the many worlds within. Ranging from the city's hip-hop scene to the world of underground dance music, and even serving as resident DJ for De'Sean Jones' Urban Art Orchestra, all of these worlds inform the musical range in his sets.

Inspired by everything from jazz, funk, & soul, to more modern black dance music forms like hip-hop/R&B, house, techno, & broken beat. His sets aim to employ elements from all these forms with culture in mind.

Aside from playing gigs, Deon also enjoys programming events of his own such as the Healin' Session party series and the art exhibit, concert, and party series, Black Music, from which the label.

Black Music was founded by Deon and Brian Oscar (Wrcklés). Inspired by the legacy of those before and the work of peers today, these events were made to honor the lineage while also demonstrating the golden cord that connects all of our music throughout genre and era.

Fusing these worlds together informs the DJ as well as the producer.

A radical objection to industry standards, leaning more into the energy and depth of sound.

Black Music, the label, will carry this same tradition.

Enjoy this mix he exclusively delivered for us. You won't be disappointed!

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Drone Time Podcast #036 | Deon Jamar

Anatolian Weapons has always brought intriguing influence to techno. His exploration of rhythm and texture is central to what he does and once more here he takes us on a winding journey through slow down techno and mind altering synths. There is a new age charm to the synths of 'Desert Sun' while the drums chug below. 'The Desert Track II' is a snaking techno sound with creepy sci-fi melodies and twitchy pads off in the distance and 'Ivan's Track' keeps it celestial with more otherworldly melodies and rugged mid tempo drums. Two further unhurried sounds make a great mix of airy melody and metallic drum forms.

Grab your copy here: https://bit.ly/TW02

Desert Sun EP

Premiere | Anatolian Weapons - The Desert Track II [Third World]

DVRST Collective is back with another deep-rooted debut. This time features Guy From 1990, a DJ, producer, and key player inspired by the late 80s / early 90s house, acid and garage sounds. An iconic figure of the underground scene in Lisbon, who heavily contributed through the mythical ELA & House Mouse events, and also Oxigénio and SBSR FM radio shows.

"Deep In Marvila" brings both nostalgia and innovation. As the name suggests, Marvila area is where the parties took place, under the esteemed underground movement ELA (East Lisbon Afters) of which Miguel, aka Guy From 1990, is part.

All this sense of belonging and effusive feeling inspired Miguel to craft the classic house roots of "Feel It", the depth and groove of "Deep In Marvila", and the instant acid-connection of two days in the studio with Larry Quest on "Been Appart".

A true footwork with some of the best house-core elements you can groove with!

Grab your copy here: https://bit.ly/DVRST0018

Deep In Marvila

Premiere | Guy From 1990 - Deep In Marvila [DVRST Collective]

Do you remember the house music when house was soul music?
The 'Rangi Club EP' will resonate deeply to pleasure centers of your soul & mind.

The 'Rangi Club EP' by Chassé offers four genuine house tracks that showcase the essence side of deeper dance music. Side-1 opens with 'It's Alright', a track that lays down a solid house groove. With its deeper vibe and strong vocal delivery, it sets the perfect mood for a night on the dancefloor. 'Purple Street' follows, bringing smooth deep house sounds and a rhythm that's instantly catchy, making it hard not to move along. On Side-2, the title track 'Rangi Club' takes inspiration from Chicago house with its distinctive drum grooves. It's a workout for the dancefloor, designed to keep the energy high. The EP closes with 'Welcome', a piano-led builder that gradually intensifies, offering a satisfying conclusion to this well-rounded collection. The 'Rangi Club EP' provides four strong examples of tracks that will elevate any set.

Grab your copy here: https://bit.ly/DSR043

Rangi Club EP

Premiere | Chassé - Purple Street [Dailysession]

fellice founder effgee welcomes the first new family member: Hiroyuki Kato delivers a deep house EP that is organic and warm, characterised by jazzy chords, grooves, and distinctive sound design.

The EP, Potter, features emotive loops that at times carry a live, dreamy feel or a heavier, club-ready energy, and is a handcrafted piece—much like the pottery surrounding Hiroyuki Kato’s studio in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan.

Grab your copy here: https://fellice.bandcamp.com

Potter

Premiere | Hiroyuki Kato - Ngoma [fellice]

South Italy based collective Drone Time was founded in 2015 as an output to give away full-analog-random-weird-gems for free via Bandcamp.

Today, Drone Time is specialized in broadcasting and promoting forefront electronic music, finely selected by passionate artists and creative minds.
We are dedicated to creating a carefully curated platform on which local and international artists and labels can share their work, collaborate and discover new talents.

Manager: @sbamnotfound

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