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A symbol for quality techno music going back 15 years, Jay Lumen makes his solo EP debut on Drumcode.

A dance music journeyman with over 70 releases and a quality imprint Footwork Audio to his name, Jay Lumen’s solo debut EP on Adam Beyer’s label is richly deserved. The artist has been in standout form recently, most notably contributing ‘Galactic Rainbow’ to A-Sides Vol.10, one of the highlights of the compilation. We got our first taste of Lumen on Drumcode way back in 2012 when he teamed with Gary Beck for the rhythmic gem ‘Lotus’. Nine years on, his next EP offering doesn’t disappoint.

‘Returning’ is marked by crushing drumlines and shuffling beats, before gradually building into an emotional chord driven cut that looks hopefully towards the future. ‘Mind’ contrasts this perfectly, a loopy monster that rolls for days, evoking a distinct old skool spirit.
Speaking about the title track, Lumen explains: “I wrote ‘Returning’ when I was in a period of really missing techno and the party community. The physical contact with people at events, as well as on the streets and at venues before the shows. Hugs and interactions. I can already imagine playing this at the first open air after lockdown as the sun sets. This track is about the reunion and happiness we’re all going to share.”

Returning

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Adam Beyer invites the legendary DJ Rush to make his Drumcode debut, as the pair link for a stirring maiden collaboration, ‘Restore My Soul’.

The DC boss holds a deep respect for the iconic Chicago artist, the relationship stretching back 25+ years to their time touring the German techno circuit in the 90s. The title track builds dramatic tension via elastic synths that oscillate alongside Rush’s vocal, taking things to heady levels. ‘Control’ is a thick wedge of industrial-edged rhythms, with Rush’s famous vocal providing a commanding presence throughout. ‘Take Me There’ is stirring in composition, transitioning from crushing percussive loops to deep techno funk, before working towards a teased out crescendo as Rush’s hypnotic refrain echoes in the air. A deliciously pumping DJ Rush remix of ‘Restore My Soul’ rounds out the package.

Restore My Soul

Adam Beyer feat. DJ Rush - Restore My Soul (DJ Rush Remix)- Drumcode - DC244

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Free Yourself

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Kicking off our 2022 release calendar is Mattia Saviolo with another powerful single: Sentinella Meccanica. No stranger to the Kraftek family, this marks the Italian's third outing on the imprint and his toughest record to date. Driving drums dominate the track giving way to slow melodic release during the track's climactic break, before resuming its single-minded rhythmic march. Sentinella Meccanica is sure to please peak time techno fans and has already garnered early support from Charlotte de Witte & Enrico Sangiuliano.

Sentinella Meccanica

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Mattia Saviolo - Sentinella Meccanica

Confession

Victor Ruiz - Confession - Drumcode - DC262

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A-Sides Vol.3 - Out June 1st, 2015 / VINYL + DIGITAL on DRUMCODE.

There's an impressive slew of names supporting…

Alan Fitzpatrick, Dubfire, Stephan Bodzin, Nicole Moudaber, Ambivalent, Sam Paganini, John Digweed, Marcel Dettmann, Len Faki, Reboot, Truncate, Pan-Pot, Karotte, The Advent, Tom Hades, Monika Kruse, Joey Beltram, Riva Starr, Pig&Dan, Dustin Zahn, Mauro Picotto, Kyle Geiger, Gregor Tresher, Luigi Madonna, Shlomi Aber, Gary Beck, Cari Lekebusch, Christian Smith AND MORE…


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Inflammmation

Inflammation

DC172 comes on behalf of Brazilian born Vinicius Honorio, a now London based producer and DJ who is making some serious in-roads amongst a new breed of techno artists. Having already released on labels such as Pig&Dan’s Elevate and dubspeeka’s Skeleton, the next natural step in his progression comes in the form of a release on Drumcode. 

‘Through The Darkness’ is a masterclass in darkened techno grooves, with each one of the four tracks managing to show off Honorio’s skill as a producer and just why he is firing on all cylinders. The release kicks off with ‘Walking Shadow’, a track that has been a key part of Adam Beyer’s sets at the tail end of 2016 and in to the new year. This tense, brooding affair has certainly garnered a lot of attention of late and it’s clear to see why. The title track ‘Through The Darkness’ is a much more of a stripped back cut, jam-packed with a haunting vocal hook, driving basslines and slick drums. This is one for the late night mischief makers. ‘Desolate’ is another hard-hitter, managing to perfectly balance that signature Honorio groove and pounding drums that adds depth to his productions. The release closes with the atmospheric ‘Out For Blood’, which is loaded with vintage rave stabs and weighty basslines – This one is meant to played in dark and sweaty rooms.

Vinicius Honorio - Walking Shadow - Drumcode - DC172

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