OECUS Premiere // Notzing

Extract from "Liminal" - Warm Up Recordings - @oscarmulero

Artist: Notzing - @notzing
Title: Liminal
Label: Warm Up Recordings
Catalogue: WU86
Format: Vinyl, Digital

OECUS Premiere YouTube: https://youtu.be/mmcOJ1IUUUU
Warm Up Recordings Bandcamp: https://warmuprecordings.bandcamp.com/

It is always our pleasure to have new talents in the house, and we’ve been following Notzing’s development since long ago. His approach to techno is absolutely personal and complex, hard and intrincated, mental and physical. Protae is the first missile in this box full of weapons, a super busy techno exercise with compacted drums, drilling synth lines and random metallic hits breaking the monotony. The effect on the floor is devastating and has been tested extensively in dancefloors worldwide by label owner Oscar Mulero in the past months. 7 minutes of pure dancefloor mayhem. Fagus continues with the sickness, with hysterical synth washe repeating an hypnotic chant, adding layers of sound as the groove goes by. Repetition is here the key to proper trance, not exactly with pleasant tones but by aggression. Ekaterin is gummy and elastic with formant synth sounds chewing frequencies and changing constantly in shape. Another mental mantra with a physical drive. Molniya slows down the pace and dives into profound sound scapes full of unnatural underwater sounds and washes providing a feeling of scuba diving. To end this sonic odyssey, Emision goes completely beatless, growing from the profound sub bass frequencies to crispy and crunchy surface noises, creating the soundtrack of floating in outer space with no gravity. Please beware of the super intense bass tones when playing on a big sound system. The perfect combination of experimentation and punchiness, keep an eye on this guy, is gonna make some proper noise in the coming years.

OECUS Premiere | Notzing - Ekaterin [WU86]

Falling Echoes - Spin (Acaera Remix)

ORBE - Wolheim
VA.02 [Cogo]
Release Date: 7th June 2024

The Slovenian label Cogo is back for another unmissable 4-tracker vinyl compilation with the heaviest hitters in the scene who represent the most artistically driven hypnotic techno to date. Jeroen Search, Border One, ORBE, and Tonske all lend a hand to provide an understated and deep vibe to this release full of music actively attempting to remove your mind to otherworldly places hitherto unknown.

Mixmag Adria premieres ORBE's ''Wolheim'', a different tact, introducing the groove elements first and bringing in his deep understanding of setting the sonic stage with his signature atmospheres and scintillating synth hits.

Wolheim

Premiere: ORBE - Wolheim

Chami and DHÆÜR step up for the first release on DIG Curated, the sub label of Dust in Grooves (DIG), a pioneering force in the world of vinyl techno, born in Berlin. This passion project, launched by Olivia Mendez and Chami, spotlights emerging artists who embody the essence of the imprint's signature style—sophisticated, timeless, and groovy. With each release, a new talent is endorsed by a seasoned digger from the scene, aiming to push forward undiscovered sounds and empower the community.
After years of refining his palette as a dedicated DJ and acoustics master, the Italian-born, Berlin-based DHÆÜR has developed his distinct creative vision rooted in sound quality and stylistic research. At the time of crossing paths with Chami, DHÆÜR had already produced a handful of immersive tracks, exploring unknown territories while keeping things minimalistic, giving DJs the freedom to construct their preferred sonic environments. Four of these tracks are pressed on DIG Curated 001, marking the beginning of a chapter for the sub-label that brings forth the future sound of techno.
The opening track of the release SUBJECT ZERO is a cinematic, mental, elegant journey, playing with the perception of built up anticipation. This boundless, loopy soundscape is designed to induce inner quests on the dancefloor and is a grand point of departure to unknown adventures ahead. This interlude of primordial grooves sets the scene for a voyage through a not-so-distant world where dystopian visions and technology merge with hypnotic synths. Evoking human emotions and desires is the hot and groovy track MIN(E)D, with vocals that could be from a female replicant building her own sonic web3 through the soundsystem of a steamy dancefloor.
On the B side, things quickly gain power and intensity, with STEPS racing through pounding beats, enigmatic pads, and unpredictable claps, only tamed by DHÆÜR’s impeccable acoustic design. The EP closes with the cryptic, mechanical sounds of HEX 1904d1, deconstructing old patterns and programming a new form of evolved consciousness—inspired by precision and a reverence for organic movements.

Words by Lora Mateeva, Orb Mag

Written and produced by DHÆÜR
Mastering Nihad Tule
Graphic design Diego Vicinenza
© Copyright DIG Curated 2024

DHÆÜR - B1.STEPS [DIG-C001]

A4 - Four Rays

NGM023 Peryl - Particle Ocean

A1 - Peryl - Descent Phase 05:48
A2 - Peryl - Particle Ocean 06:40
B1 - Peryl - The Purist 05:44
B2 - Peryl - Nullification 06:10


Mastering by Carlos Koschitzky at Koschitzky Studio, Gijón.
Artwork by Dennis Strobel.

Peryl - Particle Ocean [NGM023]

Premiere of "Primer" by Lakej, taken from The Greatest Lie forthcoming on Soma Records.

Soma Records is thrilled to announce the release of "The Greatest Lie," the latest album from renowned techno artist Lakej. This thought-provoking collection of tracks delves into the paradoxical nature of war and peace, questioning humanity's pursuit of peace through conflict.

Lakej, known for pushing the boundaries of techno with his intricate soundscapes and deep, reflective themes, once again captivates listeners with "The Greatest Lie." The album's powerful narrative explores the contradiction inherent in the belief that war can lead to peace.

Mastered by Conor Dalton @ Glowcast Mastering

Follow Lakej:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lakej_solitar/
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/lakej

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somarecords/
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SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/soma
Twitter: https://x.com/SomaRecords
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/somarecords?si=fe338662de9e435b
Bandcamp: https://soma-records.bandcamp.com/

The Greatest Lie

Primer

Premiere: Lakej - Primer [SOMADA127]

33 Records unveils its latest EP, Predation Pressure—a raw, unrelenting dive into the depths of organic techno. A masterfully crafted collection of four tracks: the eponymous Predation Pressure, a daring exploration of experimental dub techno; 60 Bridges, where melodic techno intertwines with immersive textures; and the feral duo Beyond Limits and Bergmann, pushing the boundaries of noise and avant-garde intensity. A sonic ecosystem forged in primal instincts—resonant feedback, cavernous delays, and abrasive textures carving out a world where survival dictates rhythm. Available in digital format, Predation Pressure lands via 33 Records, delivering a visceral experience for those who crave the cutting edge of experimental and immersive techno.


A4 - Four Rays

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