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Our latest Belucast features Enkō, a Lisbon-based artist whose sets are all about depth, groove, and precision. With a background in sound design and years of experience behind the decks, Enkō draws from a wide palette—bridging hypnotic repetition with finely crafted textures.

As the mind behind SUMMA and a resident at Basilar Festival, he plays a key role in shaping the pulse of Portugal’s techno underground. His work extends beyond the booth, with releases on labels like HAYES, AWRY, BCCO, and SUBOSC, as well as an active role in event curation and editorial work for some of the country’s leading festivals.

His mix for Belucast is a patient burner—layered, detailed, and deeply physical. Now streaming on SoundCloud.

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En esta nueva entrega de Belucast contamos con Enkō, artista afincado en Lisboa que lleva años explorando la repetición hipnótica y el groove preciso desde una sensibilidad profundamente sonora.

Con una trayectoria que combina el diseño sonoro, la producción musical y una fuerte presencia en cabina, Enkō es fundador de SUMMA y residente en Basilar Festival, donde impulsa el techno más envolvente del circuito portugués. Ha publicado en sellos como HAYES, AWRY, BCCO o SUBOSC, y colabora activamente en la producción y redacción de contenidos para festivales de referencia como Neopop.

Su mix para Belucast es una construcción paciente, física y cargada de detalle. Ya disponible en SoundCloud.

Artwork by Casilda Pérez del Molino
Mucho amor y mucha música 🩵🐳

Belucast005: Enkō

016 - MICHAEL IUS

(interview below)
For our 16th podcast episode we introduce you to the romanian DJ and producer Michael Ius who blends classical roots with a deep passion for techno.

INTERVIEW
You took classical guitar lessons for 14 years and studied music at university – what was the decisive moment or thought that led you to dedicate yourself entirely to techno production?

All my life I performed other people’s music, whether it was classical or pop. Later I was a guitarist in multiple cover bands. In 2012, I attended a music festival in Bucharest where Luciano was playing. It was melodic techno and it was also the first time I connected with myself on a deeper level. My musical synapses suddenly opened and I instantly fell in love with synthetic sounds. Loved the lowend and the punch! I started producing electronic music in 2016, step by step, and in 2023 I found my current sound and stayed consistent with it.

You're part of the Techno Diatom collective in Bucharest – how would you describe the collective's musical vision and vibe, and what makes your approach different compared to the international scene?

Me, together with Techno Diatom, wanted to bring something different to the local techno scene on a bigger scale. We wanted to actively promote it (via social media ads) to reach more people who like techno and let them know that a “new” subgenre is now present in Bucharest through Techno Diatom. Here in Bucharest and Romania in general, most techno events are focused on Rominimal (which is really good) with slow BPM, Tech House (very commercial), and Hardcore Techno (very fast). Nothing in between.
Compared to the international scene, there’s no real comparison – we’re basically inspired by the international Deep Raw Hypnotic Techno scene, and we’re grateful for that. Western Europe’s electronic music has been going on for generations, and here in Romania we’re just starting to scratch the surface.

In classical music, you work a lot with sheet notes, but these days you probably work more with software and sounds – how has your creative process changed since switching from sheet notes to electronic music production?

Having strong music theory behind me, plus jazz harmony and colorful chords, helped me understand a lot of things faster. I used that knowledge a lot when producing melodic techno in the beginning. But when I went deeper into the real underground minimal techno sound, the theory became useless. Techno has a lot of tension, and if you stay in key, it often sounds too static or melodic. Now the only thing I really use is the octaves. If you “play” the “lead” or “stabs” in the right octave, it works. Everyone can do this by analyzing techno tracks with a frequency analyzer, hovering the mouse on the frequencies when you hear something, and you’ll see in which octave it was played.

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Artwork by Janu Krohm

6D. Podcast 016 - Michael Ius

Franco Rossi is a DJ and producer born in Córdoba, Argentina, and currently based in Barcelona, Spain. He is a resident at TERRAFURIA (CBA) and NOIZER (BCN).

His sound explores the raw, deep, and hypnotic sides of techno, driven by fast-paced grooves and immersive atmospheres.

Over the years, he has shared the stage with renowned artists such as Richie Hawtin, DVS1, Setaoc Mass, KR!Z, Zadig, Matrixxman, among others.
His releases have appeared on respected labels including Soma Records, Room Trax, KYSH, and Xelima Records.

Franco’s work has received support from influential figures like DVS1, Richie Hawtin, MARRØN, Setaoc Mass, Nodrex, and Justine Perry, and has resonated in iconic venues such as Berghain, Bassiani, FOLD, Printworks, and Awakenings, to name a few.

SC: https://soundcloud.com/francorossimusic
IG: https://www.instagram.com/francorossi____/

Syncast

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Franco Rossi - Syncast [SYN217]

Destructive Interference

The wait is over — the latest MUSTER radio show featuring Berlin-based, Parisian techno artist Gannein is now live!
We delve into his musical journey, from Joy Division to Daft Punk and DVS1. Self-taught beginnings to earning support from legends like Ben Klock and Luke Slater, his unique sonic fingerprint, and what’s next for 2025.

🎙 Hosted by @maschaberlin
📡 Broadcasted on THF Radio, live from Berlin’s Tempelhof Airport.

Follow us: @thfradio

MUSTER 14 w/ Gannein @ THF Berlin 31.07.25

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Context

Release date (vinyl & digital): 12th of September 2025

TRACKLIST:
A1: Flashback
A2: W9Y
B1: Ascender
B2: Break Nation

INFO:

Unmistakable are the sonic experiments of Spanish alchemist ORBE; with this fresh release on Token. ORBE’s iconically viscous textures and impactful percussion weasel their way into ‘Ascender’ for a deeper release on Kr!z’s label. Thick, brooding atmospheres drive these tracks into stories of pursuit and escape throughout its four tracks.  

A slick, pulsating low end in ‘Flashback’ stands out as a first impression for an imposing EP. Electric leads zip by for maximum psychosis; he’s known for his uncompromising dissonance and drive. A staple of the Spanish scene, ORBE bites down hard on deep and hypnotic techno to resonate through concrete warehouses. This jagged edge to club music continues through ‘W9Y’ - a more drum-forward cut with noisy transitions and breathable synthwork. Sharper stabs occupy this space as opposed to the track’s predecessor and tension is maintained with a lingering pad in the background. A meditative conclusion for the A side, ORBE quickly shifts his attention in the titletrack ‘Ascender’. Emphasizing tone and tune on the kick, the lead comes with confrontation. Rolling through shifting hats, the producer brings boiling tension through minimal arrangement and the weight of his sound design - a skillset only the most seasoned artists can claim. To close things out, ‘Break Nation’ does just that - cutting off the traditional four/four rhythm and instead presenting itself as a bass stepper. With ORBE’s classic unison packed synths, this dweller presents a whole other perspective on ‘Ascender’. A hybrid of influences and yet still destined for the techno dancefloor, this breath of fresh air serves as deep dive into the subconscious for an eyes-closed experience.

TOKEN134 - ORBE - Ascender

From Ambient, to House, to Techno. 
Old, new, & some unreleased.

Exclusively sharing the 3 hours opening set I did at IPANEMA stage, Montreux Jazz Festival, Switzerland.

If you'd like to know an ID from the set feel free to drop a comment. :)

Rødig, Opening Set @ Montreux Jazz Festival 2025 (3hr set)

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Sciahri & Hertz Collision - Contatto

A1 - Contatto
A2 - Vanta
B1 - Twin State
B2 - Oroboros
Digi - Kinesis

Cat. SUBL023
Vinyl & Digital release date: 04.09.2025

Sublunar is pleased to welcome back label manager Sciahri and Hertz Collision for a new chapter in their collaborative journey. Following the success of Axis Mundi, the duo returns with Contatto an EP that reflects their continuous evolution: a modern vision of techno, deeply rooted in its foundational essence.

The record opens with "Contatto", a fluid and refined track where aquatic synth textures bounce elegantly over a sleek and captivating groove. "Vanta" follows with a more driving and hypnotic energy a stripped-down tool designed to shake the floor with precision and style.

"Twin State" shifts the mood with rolling rhythms and sharp, sophisticated sound design a perfect fusion of past and future aesthetics. "Oroboro" then explores deeper territory, offering warm textures and a seemingly gentle presence, while concealing a powerful low-end drive that makes it both subtle and impactful.

Closing the release, the digital-only "Kinesis" delivers a minimal, synth-driven journey echoing the spirit of classic techno, reimagined through a crisp and modern lens.

Sciahri & Hertz Collision - Contatto - SUBL023

in.di.go Co-Founder and Resident, Patient, takes control of the 2nd live recording from in.di.go x Vault Sessions Weekender back in May.

A 2-hour mind bending journey full of raw energy that ignited the dancefloor.

Enjoy the ride 🐈

Patient - in.di.go x Vault Sessions May 2025

Scott Nice - All The Wild Creatures

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Full press release : jumpsuitrecords.com/album/all-the-wild-creatures

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