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David Iriarte and Carles Rocamora make up the Barcelona group IRO AKA. We could define their music as hypnotic, experimental, going through a wide range of tempos and unexpected rhythms, fluctuating between idm, techno, ambient and psychedelia.

Follow artists - https://soundcloud.com/iroaka

246⚡️Iro Aka

Martin Noise is a DJ / Producer from Buenos Aires, based in Barcelona, dedicated to the research and the experimentation of new sounds oriented to the dancefloor. From downtempo songs to listen at home, through music inspired by the new wave, the creative force of the jungle, the power of organic elements and psychedelic experimentation to the most convincing music for the club.

He is one of the founders of Playground Records and its current director.

After playing and producing different bands of rock, punk and post punk in his native city, he launched his career as a DJ and after some years playing he moved to Barcelona.

Nowadays, he is focused on his own productions, releasing music not only on Playground Records but also on Calypso, Hard Fist, Ombra International, Duro, Logical Records, Night Noise, Nein, Controlla and Lassi International.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/martin-noise
Follow label - https://soundcloud.com/playgroundrecords

247⚡️Martin Noise

Generali Minerali  - emerging talent of Georgian electronic music scene, responsible for various releases on finest record labels such as:  Crobot Muzik, RFR Records, Undersound Recording, Oman Records, Mind Controlled Rectifier and more.

Although his music production mainly concentrates on raw electro/break type of sound, consistency of his live acts and dj sets are enriched by a broad variety of vibes of various sounds and genres of electronic dance music.

He is also crew member one of iconic places in Tbilisi - Drama Bar and its inheritor - Tes Club.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/generali_minerali

248⚡️Generali Minerali

André Pahl crafts sonic odysseys. His eclectic selections conjure pitched down cosmic journeys to distant stars, descents into the depths of the ocean and lush, tropical jungles full of chirping insects and mysterious animals. With a vast collection of rarities, including choice folk, kosmische and prog rock, André’s firmly plugged into the world of contemporary electronica. Infectious, introspective and cinematic, his sound oscillates between psychedelic trips, experimental disco and voodoo percussions, exploring the slowed-down heartbeat of danceable music.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/andrepahl

249⚡️André Pahl

Today, we have reached episode number 250 in our podcast series. To celebrate this milestone, we asked our local hero, the super-talented selector and producer, a part of the Santaka and Dresden projects, co-founder of Radio Vilnius, Opium club resident - one and only Manfredas, to record this special mix.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/manfredas
Follow radio - https://soundcloud.com/radio-vilnius
Follow club - https://soundcloud.com/opiumclub

250⚡️Manfredas

Muk (Egle Naujokaityte, Lithuania) is a singer, DJ, radio hostess and avid propagator of unusual, experimental and non-conformist music. In the past she has been part of several musical projects in various parts of the world, and her work has been released on labels such as Bordello A Parigi (NL) and Industrial Coast (UK). Today she is part of the minimal synth duo Gris Futuro, but has also presented work in the field of contemporary and sound art in Lithuania (CAC Vilnius, Malonioji 6). As a dj and selector she stands out for her eclectic sets: she is not only known for her esoteric Fourth World-esque selections, but in more social environments and dancefloors she usually delivers a mix of shadows, psychedelics, synths and machine rhythms, where dark sounds play with light in a industrial-funk sensibility. Muk is also the author of radio shows for Cashmere Radio (The Hidden Reverse, La Casa del Obrero Mundial) in Berlin and LYL Radio (Canary Girl Island) in Lyon. Nowadays she appears on Radio Vilnius with her bimonthly show Musings & Drummings as well as on national Lithuanian radios alternative wing LRT Opus with the show Magiška muzika about the history of XX century alternative music and movements. At the same time he is developing her solo project Musetteandrums and running soundcloud channel Birds for the Mind.

Follow artist - @origamihirn
Follow the birds - @birdsforthemind

251⚡️Muk

The Australian native and co-founder of mind expanding imprint Multi Culti began his voyage into production in the noughties as Gus Da Hoodrat, part of the party-starting Bang Gang crew. After a brief hiatus from music he returned as Dreems, and with that a more organic psychedelic approach to DJing and producing.

This deep natural approach is mirrored in how he runs Multi Culti with fellow DJ and friend, Thomas Von Party. Since starting the imprint in 2013, the pair have cultivated a striking visual and audio aesthetic, becoming flag-bearers for kaleidoscopic pan global sounds.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/dreemsdreems
Follow label - https://soundcloud.com/multiculti

252⚡️Dreems

Wandering through recordshops and flea markets, looking for French rarities and yet to be discovered records, Quentin Vandewalle has gathered thousands of dancefloor-friendly tunes of all eras and from all over the world.

Zaltan has been djing for more than a decade and he makes a point of honour to deliver mixes as surprising and versatile as the label he runs. If you show yourself at a party where he plays you may find yourself falling into a maelstrom of Caribbean bangers, French proto-house tracks, dark electro fantasies and god knows what else he’ll take out of his bag.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/zaltan-dance
Follow label - https://soundcloud.com/zaltan-dance

253⚡Zaltan

DJ/Producer based in Tokyo. She creates psychedelic based, Electric and Darkdisco music. Her gritty basslines and beats bring excitement and exuberance that transcends the boundaries of genres. She has been creating and releasing original tracks since 2020 and expanding her activities.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/gemwallow

254⚡Gem Wallow

Tel Aviv-based DJ and producer, co-founder of the IDA label and 1/2 of the Uninc & Kolomensky project. Vinyl collector, music enthusiast, prefers eclectic sound with a rave twist. Released on labels such as IDA, Electric Shapes, Tom Tom Disco, NEIN Records, Sulk Magic.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/phil_uninc
Follow IDA - https://soundcloud.com/idasound

255⚡Uninc

dMIT.RY has been occupying local & international dj-booths for over 14 years. During that time he went through various club music phases, soaking in many influences, not sticking to one style and always on the hunt for the next fresh thing while respecting the roots.

Although currently in sleep mode, his label Neo Violence gained decent worldwide attention during the so-called lo-fi house era with 4 vinyl & 23 digital releases featuring names from all over the globe, such as J.Albert, Low Tape or Rudolf C to name a few.
Apart from having many residencies around Prague clubs and a number of international guests introduced to their dance floors, dMIT.RY has been taking care of bookings at a popular Groove Bar for 8 years now, providing opportunities to newcomers and established local DJs.

Radio is yet another long-term activity on his list. Apart from being a resident host on Radio Punctum since its early beginnings, he also held a bi-monthly show on Rinse France for 3 years presenting latest & upcoming club releases to the world.
And to top it all off, it is noteworthy to mention his appearance at Berlins HÖR as part Neo Violence showcase or his mix for Crack Magazine which is focused on CZ/SK producers.

tracklist:
01. Clan of Xymox - Stranger [4AD/BOY]
02. Moya81 - Akasha [From The Void Above]
03. Louh - M 8 8 12 [Les Points]
04. Final Cut - Harmony [We Can Elude Control]
05. Steve Marie - Ho! [Philoxenia]
06. Spac - Takeoff [Flight Mode]
07. Neu Verboten - Early Bab [Infoline]
08. Chris Carrier - Julius Dominated The Humanity [Chandelle]
09. Time Modem - Suono Elettrico [BOY]
10. Nein Niemals - Belfasr Afternoon [Unusual Systems]
11. P O - Cult For New Era [Era Ora]
12. Charlou - New Life [S.A.C.S 89]
13. Sorog - No Pares El Sonidol (Onda Sonica Valencia) [Infoline]
14. Steve Marie - 80's [Libertine]
15. Deep Thought - Jugenklang [BOY]
16. Hypnodemia - Horror [BOY]

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/dmit-ry
Follow Neo Violence -https://soundcloud.com/neoviolence

256⚡dMIT.RY

Drawbridge can be understand as a portal you can use for escaping from the known world to a wonderful place where music and magic are one and only beautiful entity.

A magic world hybridating genres and crossing borders of words used to describe music. 

As his new EP comin’ soon here on Electric Shapes, this mix is a journey threw a magical forest with tribes of bass lines fighting with soundscape wizzard.

Have a nice fly on Drawbridge Treelines.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/pont-levis

257⚡Drawbridge

Rheeno, also known as Renat, is a rising electronic music artist from Vilnius, Lithuania. Influenced by global electronic music scenes, Rheeno's career is marked by rapid growth and a distinct fusion of house, tech house, minimal, and sci-fi genres. His performances create a deep and psychedelic atmosphere, resonating with both new fans and seasoned listeners. Rheeno also explores the darker side of techno music, showcasing his versatility as a sound selector. Keep an eye on this captivating artist as he continues to make waves in the global electronic music landscape.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/rhee-no

258⚡️Rheeno

Violetta started djing and collecting records about 9 years ago, during her studies, in the city of Aachen. There she organized parties, a small festivals and opened a self-organized bar with friends - the "Kongress".

Since moving to Berlin 3 years ago, stopped organizing parties, but happy to continue DJing and recently made her Panorama Bar debut with her partner Lucas. 

Influenced by the various venues, her partner, friends, record stores and the internet, her style and record collection has evolved in various directions. House music was and still is her first love, but in recent years she have also discovered her passion to electro & IDM.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/its-me-violetta

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260⚡Violetta

The Cologne-based producer and co-founder of Ausschussware contributes this mix with a sweet spot for breaks to the Electric Shapes series. Always with an colorful approach, Ubahnrider delivers hints of nostalgic sounds and brings up many different flavors.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/ubahnrider

261⚡Ubahnrider

Hi, my name is Laura Hairdressa, im a hairdresser, partylover and singer from Vilnius. A few weeks ago i released my first EP with 4 songs and 4 remixes and i’m so proud of it. This is 1h of music which i would like to hear when i go to a club to dance - a few generations of pure house music. Welcome to Friday!

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/june-july-23037133

259⚡️Hairdressa

Gnaw is an entity with an ever-changing identity that was born in 2018. After joining the industrial extremists of Ghia in 2019 became an active participant in the underground electronics scene. Now continuing solo with his Bad Influence events and various other party settings. Playing everything from harsh and noisy to rhythmic and hypnotic he pulls inspiration from internet horror, fever dreams, found footage and everything else uncanny.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/gnawgnawgnaw

262⚡GNAW

A2iCE & BO3 are a DJ and producer duo currently based in Dortmund with a heart for bass heavy, driving and genre-crossing sound. Characterized by bass, techno, breakbeat and jungle from all over the world, the two deliver a highly energetic output, as they don’t want to be bound to a certain sound or range. They just had their first vinyl EP release on Paryìa Records. As producers they are influenced by their everyday life: the two are a media and sound artist duo with a passion for nature, future and technology. Currently they’re both into synthesizers and collecting sound working on live sets, that combine their artist interests with music.

They just started their own party series „tasty tandrum“ at Schlegel Club Bochum to bring some breaks and unexpected twists into nightlife. 

Follow artists - https://soundcloud.com/alice_and_bob

263⚡A2iCE & BO3

What it feels like to dive into a multilayered cake, each layer bursting with different flavours and textures? Almost the same as listening to Mario Moretti. 

Mario has been a constant yet versatile fixture in a dynamic Lithuanian dance music community for over two decades. And while the scene was evolving, so was his sound, taking everyone for a wild ride. 

Mario Moretti’s discography features releases on labels like Bordello a Parigi, earning him the admiration on numerous influential stages, such as Panorama Bar.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/moretti

264⚡Mario Moretti

Exoternal emerged onto electronic music with industrial passages that have since evolved into more versatile and audacious statements. She is a host on Radio Vilnius, a DJ, and a producer who will soon release her second EP on the islatoisla record label.

In this mix, Exoternal explores a variety of electronic dance music, blending its substyles. Contemporary dance music, spanning techno, breaks, and subtle-tronics creates blissful yet intense moments. Seize the opportunity to immerse in this passionate journey.

Follow artist - https://soundcloud.com/ieva-burneikyt
Follow islatoisla - https://soundcloud.com/islatoisla

265⚡Exoternal

Music is the cure

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