@cuften - Animal Suicide
Out January, 13th (vinyl / digital) on Astropolis Records

Spotted by hardcore legends Marc Acardipane and Manu Le Malin, Cuften is one of the best guardians of the rave identity of these last years in France. Since 2017, he has been shaping an uncommon sound identity between electro, IDM, techno and rave that stands out with a 100% analog sound, anchored in the future, inspired by its precursors like DMX Krew, I-F or Legowelt.
After a remarkable debut on Tripalium or Minimum Syndicat, Cuften was opened the doors of the acclaimed label Planet Phuture - the first artist other than his creator to sign on the label - by the legend Marc Acardipane, on which he signed two EPs with artworks created by Number3, creator of the Aphex Twin logo. In only a few years, Cuften performed at such prestigious stages such as Transmusicales, Le Printemps de Bourges, Astropolis or Concrete / Dehors Brut, has been acclaimed by big medias like Tsugi or Radio Nova and is playlisted by Helena Hauff.

Nowadays, Cuften makes his arrival on Astropolis Records with "Animal Suicide", a 5-track EP on vinyl including a remix by Dutch pioneer Legowelt . Digital version includes a bonus remix by French producer Cate Hortl (best known to be half of Oktober Lieber).

"Heart Particles" calls out with a sharp contrast, with its soft voice and melody, as if the shuffle mode had landed us on an ambient record. The tempo increases progressively with an acid line and a slow and powerful rhythms, between the psychedelia of The Orb and Warp’s reveries of the 90's.

Animal Suicide

Cuften - Heart Particles

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Oblako Maranta is the collaboration between Radial Gaze and A-Tweed. The duo has already released several tracks in different compilations by Samo Records, Electric Shapes, Playground Records, as well as their debut EP “Maranta Kicks” on Duro.

In their new EP “Trance Beckenbauer”, the St-Petersburg-based Radial Gaze and Rome-based A-Tweed produced 4 original tracks that finely blend the sound of each artist, where slow tribal techno meets acid weird disco.

Starting off with the title track “Trance Beckenbauer”, Oblako Maranta brings us through a cinematic voyage, paced by percussive wonders and catchy bass lines, hypnotizing the listener from the first kick on. The atmosphere is dark, trippy, beautifully loved in an analog synth “duvet”. With that feeling of timelessness, “Trance Beckenbauer” sounds like the perfect fit for the next Blade Runner´ s soundtrack.

Next on the tracklisting is “Putos Mosquitos”, a tune that gives a feel of crossing a jungle full of wild life, with weird acid patterns on repeat, groovy percussions, and that sense of limitless adventure as the track plays on.

“Congarella di Luna” is a bewitching tune blending a mesmerizing melody with dreamy pads, finely arranged as the drop brings the energy down before reaching its paroxysm: an irresistible melodic pattern that will leave no one still on the dancefloor.

The fourth track “Analog Garbage” ´should bring any human being on the planet to an ecstatic state as it infuses that energy that makes you move fast and forward, without looking back. Indeed, “Analog Garbage” is driven by a fat bass riff and a kick-drum that tirelessly hammers the pace, while acid melodies are raining as the track unfolds. And there is that drop…

The EP is completed with first-in-class remixes by Inigo Vontier and Zillas on Acid, who reworked “Putos Mosquitos” and “Congarella di Luna”, respectively.

Artwork by Danish artist Christoffer Budtz.

Trance Beckenbauer

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Oblako Maranta - Trance Beckenbauer

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🛒 https://movingpicturesrecords.bandcamp.com
🔊 https://youtu.be/VP4jdohrga8

On the day of the vernal equinox, the world was awash in a riot of colors and sounds that defied logic and reason. The sky was a deep shade of purple, and the clouds were made of shimmering silver. The trees and flowers had taken on strange, otherworldly shapes, their branches and petals twisting and turning in unpredicted ways. People in this land had their own unique customs and traditions for celebrating the vernal equinox. Some gathered around bonfires, dancing and singing to ward off evil spirits. Others fasted and meditated, seeking clarity and renewal.

Moving Pictures label returns with its fourth Various Artists compilation that defies categorization. The label brings together a group of artists from various musical backgrounds, with each artist contributing their own unique flavor to the story. Each track stands out on its own while also contributing to the larger narrative of the compilation.

Tracklist: 

I. anixtaaru - End of Zimah 
II. Hypnosnake - Uran Dance 4
III. Sosa'G - Fly By
IV. Täino - Bahar
V. Smeti - Playground
VI. Ahed - Being You
VII. Type B. - Kisa
VIII. Sosa'G - Sad Steel Drum

PREMIERE: Smeti - Playground [Moving Pictures]

Artist: https://soundcloud.com/elninodiablo
Track: House Of JuJu
Label: https://elninodiablo.bandcamp.com/music
Format: Digital VA
Release date: 19/05/23
YouTube: https://youtu.be/8REecSv9jzw

Kicking off 2023 in the best shape and spirits, Elninodiablo turns up with his latest five-track bomb, 'The House of JuJu' EP. As ever, drawn towards the further spaced-out, low-slung side of the house spectrum - think Andrew Weatherall's adrenaline fuelled psychedelia laced with hints of sedated EBM and mutant newbeat triangulations, Elninodiablo has us surfing a tidal wave of 303-powered disco, tendinous bass manoeuvres and off-kilter patterns spanning a wide range of influences, from electro to Italo, afro-funk through acid, pop and electro.
Squeezing the most electrifying juice out of the ARP Odyssey and the MS20, Elninodiablo lets the hedonistic vibrations loose on the slo-burning title-track, 'House of JuJu' - a polychromatic sense- awakener flush with alien squelch, laser blasts and PI funk-styled riffs, geared up with the right amount of floor-ready tactility and languid abandon to have ravers wading in their own sweat. Steamy ear-otica wrapped into one helluva fine, curvy envelope, pulpous and playful as it gets.

The House Of JuJu EP

PREMIERE | elninodiablo - House Of JuJu [elninodiablomusic] 2023

Bufi & Kubebe return to Fauna Reve with their second collaborative EP 'Sternana'. This production is composed of five original tracks that present a fusion of urban rhythms with sticky basslines, booming drums and resonant, psychedelic and melting sounds.

The first single is "Sternana", a collaboration with the talented Livia. It's a mixture of urban electronics and street sounds that takes you through alleys full of punctured drums, resonant sounds, snare rolls and Latin rhythms.

"Sternana" by Bufi & Kubebe will be available from June 16, 2023, on all digital platforms. The complete EP will be a available from July 14.
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Sternana

Bufi & Kubebe - Sternana (feat. Livia)

From the pulsating beats of the analogue drum machines to the ethereal melodies of the synthesizers and the haunting tones of the guitars, ‘Afterlife’ has everything to become a milestone of sonic exploration. The trio's collective creative energy has produced a body of work that will undoubtedly leave a mark on listeners, evoking profound emotions and introspection.

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PREMIERE⚡️Shit Face - Underworld [Fulmen Records]

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🛒 https://varialrecords.bandcamp.com/album/cross-pollination
🔊 https://youtu.be/opEapaybicY

Amongst nature, Cross Pollination occurs when pollen from one plant is transferred to another, resulting in new varieties. Here the Pollination is between like minded artists, sharing a love of aesthetics found in video games and science fiction culture.

This is the first in a series of compilation releases from Mat Carter’s Varial Records. Taking the listener to futuristic other worldly environments whilst maintaining a warm, human, and nostalgic feel throughout, signalling adventure and exploration.

Driving atmospheric rhythms, straight up dancefloor electro, heavy drones, restrained techno and dubbed out soundscapes combine and flow, embracing visions of a distant future, whilst giving a knowing wink to the past, these artists simply can’t deny their influences.

Available on ltd edition cassette (for retro goodness) and digitally.

Following the recent collab between Mat and Radioactiveman on Varial comes a digital ep from Ninechecker which aligns with his recent release on Orson Records. Rumbling bass dwell under tight electro percussion and foreboding synth chords just perfect for cyber punk escapism.

Then comes another vinyl and digital re-release:
Populus EP by Mat Carter- Out 6th Oct. Originally released on the TheWorldKrakCartel’s Sprüngcartellwachs label it has become a rare find, so now Varial re-releases it with the support of Rub’a’Dub records.

This will be followed by a User Only EP, a collaboration between Mat Carter and Stu Dunn who also had a recent release on TOHT.

Then the Varial back catalogue will arrive on digital platforms. All available from Rub’A’Dub records, Bandcamp and other quality record stores.

PREMIERE: Norris Raider - Sky Dive [Varial Records]

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Institutionize Planet X

ZC-ELEC009 - Acidulant - Institutionize Planet X  - Zodiak Commune Records

Radio Raibano #017
with @lesaintsmcrew

Le Saint likes to turn you down with big melodies from other universes. From dark disco to techno and progressive, she plays 80’s and 90’s inspired tracks that will get you moving. Having performed at French clubs like Rex club, Badaboum, Le Sucre, as well as festivals such as Astropolis, Chateau Sonic, and Peacock, her music is a hit with crowds of all kinds. As a member of the French intersectional feminist crew Soeurs Malsaines, she’s also dedicated in trying to build safer spaces for everyone.

Tracklist:
Valerj - La Selva (Original Mix)                                                                             
Scot Dech - Do You Think Like Us                                             
Disco Morato - Mi Rovina                                                                                               
Happy 707 - El Extranjero                                                                                     
JGR, Yahaira - Galactica Oriental (Original Mix)                                                                   
Paula Tape - Multiverso                                                                                  
Man Power - Tom's Duh Duh DNA (Man Power's Hans Zimmerframe Re-Fuck)                            
Dissident - love supreme (dj badmarshkout mix)                                                                     
Fedele - Ravylight (Original Mix)                                                             
Adana Twins, Glowal - My Computer                                                              
G L’e P - Designo Modular                                                             
Basura & Mierda - 2am                                                                                             
Verum Grimoire - Redeemer & Destroyer (Alberto Melloni Blue Night Mix)
Zeta Reticula - Formation Of Life 
Sexy Lazer, School of X - 18 Horses

Radio Raibano with Le Saint

Music is the cure

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PREMIERE⚡️Shit Face - Underworld [Fulmen Records]

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