After the success of the first A-sides compilation in 2012, Adam Beyer has decided its time to release another. With Adam’s stature steadily growing as one of the leading talents in the Techno scene and the rise of Drumcode, the standard of demo’s that have been sent to Adam have been top notch. Adam has now decided to release two compilations with 10 tracks each, consisting of tracks that Adam has tried and tested. There are also new artists that have been invited to release on Drumcode for this compilation and others who are a staple in Drumcode’s core family. Combining both old and new talents Drumcode have come up with something unique and distinctive to make this two-part compilation something extra special.

Adam Beyer - Open Up - Drumcode - DC128

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Adam Beyer’s Drumcode juggernaut attracts more fans and critical plaudits with each passing year. Holding firm on its future facing ethos, techno’s number one label presents a new volume in its acclaimed A-Sides series with 20 prime tracks to signify its 20th anniversary. 

Such is the volume of quality music Adam Beyer receives throughout the course of the year, releasing all of it would be impossible. Enter the blue chip A-Sides series: a chance for the quality-obsessive label head to issue a collection of outstanding tracks that couldn’t fit in their regular EP release schedule. 

With an eye on future talent, as much as the label’s established roster of heavy-hitters, the compilation showcases the full breadth of Drumcode’s multifaceted techno sound, equal parts inspiring and functional.
 
Led by the stealth techno funk of ‘Nine of You’, Beyer’s deft collaboration with Mark Reeve, the compilation takes in exciting highlights from big guns such as Alan Fitzpatrick, Dustin Zahn, Bart Skils, Pleasurekraft, Luca Agnelli, Jay Lumen, Kaiserdisco and Gary Beck. 

The rich vein of form displayed by emerging techno talent is similarly given prime position. Rising DJ/producer Boxia makes his Drumcode debut, fresh from a well-received warm up set for the crew at the hugely successful Junction 2 festival in London, while the likes of Enrico Sangiuliano, Juan Sanchez, Ian O’Donovan and Timmo also drop fire, establishing their credentials as some of the most promising talent breaking through the ranks in 2016. 

Reinforcing the global scope of the label, artists such as The Junkies from Toronto and Layton Giordani from New York, prove techno is winning a place in the heart of the new generation of artists coming out of North America. 

Adam Beyer & Mark Reeve - Nine Of You - Drumcode - DC159

Julian Jeweil lands on Christian Smith’s Tronic label on Monday 5th December with his remix of the label-head’s ‘Initiate Sequence’. We’ve got the exclusive premiere of the rework above.

The original track is taken from Smith’s third solo album ‘Inut/Output’, which also landed via Tronic earlier this year. For his remix, Jeweil pairs his trademark destructive low end with searing claps to destructive effect.

Jeweil’s cut comes as part of a remix package that also includes material from Kenny Glasgow, Kaiserdisco and Victor Ruiz.

Listen to the exclusive premiere of Julian Jeweil’s remix of Christian Smith’s ‘Initiate Sequence’ above.

PREMIERE: Christian Smith ’Initiate Sequence (Julian Jeweil Remix)’

Now in its second decade, with a steady stream of the most forward thinking and cutting edge techno productions, Drumcode has one of the biggest selections of releases from industry heavy hitters, whilst not forgetting its future by bringing the newest talented producers into the limelight, where Layton Giordani is now a name firmly within that line up.

The New York born, but now EU based producer first had recognition back in 2014, and his debut release came via Drumcode with his track “Rivington” on the A-Sides Vol5 compilation in 2016. 

Consisting of 12 original tracks, the album packs a punch when it comes to no-nonsense techno. Successfully weaving relentless drums and catchy vocal hooks into a selection of thick, brooding, atmospheric tracks.

Layton Giordani - Turn It Around - Drumcode - DC170

My new EP is out now! :)
https://www.beatport.com/release/inside-ep/2112552

Jay Lumen - Inside (Original Mix) Low Quality Preview

Oscar Escapa &amp; Martin Lacroix make their big debut on Transmit Recordings with a 2 track EP that just reeks of energy! The release kicks off with the track Welcome that pounds and is bottom heavy with different sounds that make the track flow really well. Track two, Strain, is a darker, edgy type of track with some darker key elements that are meant for the after-hours flow. Two solid tracks made for different jocks to play.

Buy on Beatport

Oscar Escapa, Martin Lacroix - Welcome (Original Mix) [Transmit Recordings]

Buy here: https://www.juno.co.uk/products/anna-razor-ep/687799-01/

Brazilian techno star ANNA continues to make a strong impact on contemporary techno by making her debut on the influential NovaMute imprint with her 'Razor' EP, featuring the hypnotic and rolling dancefloor cut 'Dreamweaver'.

Anna shared her excitement for working with the acclaimed imprint: "It’s such an honor to be working with NovaMute. Daniel is a legend and a few years ago I’d never even imagined this would ever happen, such are the happy coincidences in life! Now we’re here and Razor EP is done and it all feels a bit surreal."

'Dreamweaver' showcases a more subtle approach from ANNA, who reworked the track many times before stripping back the beat. The final version is a heads-down techno ballad. 

The three-track 'Razor' EP is set for release June 8.

More exclusive music

Premiere: ANNA 'Dreamweaver'

Rising Techno Artists Oscar L, Loco & Jam lock horns to create this killer EP that gives birth to Loco & Jam's EDIT Recordings!
Already has huge support from Adam Beyer.
Buy at Beatport
https://www.beatport.com/release/the-rain/2541594
Itunes
https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-rain-single/1456209422?ls=1
Listen at Spotify
http://open.spotify.com/album/1nfor14y9elx77XwR5mvup

Oscar L, Loco & Jam - The Rain

Joseph Capriati & Adam Beyer - Congenial Endeavor (Original Mix)

Ronnie Spiteri - Breathe

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