Writing about techno is quite difficult without falling into clichés: there are only so many ways that you can say something about a music whose core elements are forged on deliberate repetition; where real talent is attributed to those who can find the perfect groove where nothing needs added or subtracted to hold the listener's attention for upwards of five minutes. 

Such tracks are the hallmark of Tresor's catalogue, and this joy in repetition can be found in works from Detroit, Berlin, Birmingham, Edinburgh, and more. And it is through this lens that Parisian artist, UFO95, focuses his output, resulting in Backward Improvement, an EP that sits perfectly in the spectrum of techno found in the Tresor chronology. 

The title itself makes an abstract reference to the influence of the classics of the genre, inspiring him to take a distinct less-is-more approach to production for this collection of stripped-down yet unrelenting techno chiselled from the live set which has fixed UFO95 as one of the next holdfasts for the future of the scene. 

Perhaps it is the fact the UFO95 only performs live that had led to such crisp and focussed studio productions.; each of the tracks showcase the artist's burgeoning talent for creating the essential foundations of techno; perfect, looping, instinctual grooves that are counterbalanced by an apprehensive tension from off-key tones. 

Backward Improvement marks the addition of a new name in the list of techno's best producers and proves that while the genre may now be in its 40th year there are yet sonic explorations to be made and variations that are worth unearthing.

BANDCAMP

UFO95 - Sexual Tension

To celebrate 5 years as a project and 4 years as a label, Timeless O'Clock brings an EP from the Belgium based Portuguese Cassulle. Featuring this EP we have Jorge Flukso (also Portuguese and Belgium based) and Setaoc Mass adding his remixes.

Phantom Troupe EP introduces 4 tracks from Cassulle where a bold force is evident. Combining sharp drums we can listen a dynamic flow between mental and organic groove dissonances, and abnormal reverberations leading to an expedition to percussive affairs. The result is a vibrant EP with an exercise that keeps the emphasis on solid and dense rooms that will put the dance floor on rush time.

Jorge Flukso brings a mental sided track and Setaoc Mass being in the pipeline for so long brings what the best describe him as an artist in the game for so long and we couldn't be more happy to celebrate this 5th anniversary with you all.

Cassulle - Phantom Troupe EP

01. Cassulle - Mbandi
02. Cassulle - Loosing Fool
03. Cassulle - Phantom Troupe
04. Cassulle - Quiet Judgment
05. Cassulle - Quiet Judgment (Jorge Flukso Remix)
06. Cassulle - Phantom Troupe (Setaoc Mass Remix)

Artwork: Telmo Moranguinho
Mastering: STNDRD

O'Clock : : Out 11th july 2024

Cassulle - Mbandi

fabric presents Rødhåd

Chaotic

Limited available high quality (2x 140gm black 12") vinyl copy of EMERALD 025. Comes with additional stickers!

The VA saga continues with the sixth edition and holds 4 previously known artists and mainly new appearances on the label. A melting pot mixed of 12 flavored cuts with a modern take and classic orientated approach on techno.

emerald.bandcamp.com/album/va-essential-memories-ep-part-vi

Mastering: Paul Mac / Hardgroove Mastering
Artwork by CA SIMMØNS / www.casimmonsart.com
Cat. EMERALD025 - All Rights Reserved
© EMERALD 2025

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Jacobworld - Reviver

First single taken from the forthcoming Nørbak - Casa LP. 

Vinyl and Digital pre-order now available. 

Nørbak returns to HAYES with Casa – intricate low-end work, weighty atmospheres, and vowel-like synthesis flowing seamlessly between club energy and soundsystem resonance.

Written, mixed and produced by Artur Moreira (B1 by Artur Moreira & Léo Naïtaïssa and D1 by Artur Moreira & João Rodrigues)
Mastered by João Rodrigues at Tema Mastering
Artwork by João Frederico
Release description by Tyler Golato
Released by Hayes Collective, Portugal
Release Date Digital: 21st of March, 2025
Release Date Vinyl: 21st of March, 2025
Catalog Reference: HYSLP001
Format: Digital & Vinyl

Premiere: Nørbak - Rosna | HYSLP001

Support here: https://mutual-rytm.bandcamp.com/album/detlev

Mathys Lenne explores new and immersive techno sonics with his ‘Detlev’ EP on Mutual Rytm.

French DJ/producer Mathys Lenne’s artistic vision is rooted in his deep connection to rhythm. Telling stories with his sounds while drawing inspiration from poetry and cinema and blending hypnotic textures with raw intensity, his music is widely supported across the scene via labels like Mord, Hayes and more. Across five vinyl cuts and three digital bonuses, the four-deck wizard keeps it deeply atmospheric with his label debut on SHDW’s Mutual Rytm imprint, combining elements of psychedelic rock, unique voice samples and saturated synths to create a sound that feels immersive and unrestrained in contrast to the fast-paced, visceral techno he has become known for.

‘Detlev’ opens up with hefty kicks that demand you quicken your step, while industrial effects and creepy design brings the detail that makes the track pop. The classy ‘Natural Born Killers’ rides on firm kicks with loopy percussive details tightly coiled, ensuring you are forever on edge as the drums march on. ‘Choose Your Pill’ is a stripped-back and pulsing deep techno cut with deft synths that peel off the groove, before ‘Untidy Echo’ delivers a cavernous sound with sparse hits and low-end rumbles that place you in the centre of an underground cavern. ‘Enfer ou Ciel’ featuring D.E.S brings a sense of melancholy in the occasional string sounds and watery droplets that float over more frictionless, meditative beats - while the trio of digital bonus cuts brings moody subterranean rollers ranging from snaking and dubby to more drum-led and eerie tones.

Mathys Lenne ‘Detlev’ lands on Mutual Rytm on 2nd May 2025. 

release date: May 2nd, 2025
label: Mutual Rytm
catalog no: MR034

DS Premiere: Mathys Lenne - Enfer ou Ciel (ft. D.E.S) [MR034]

Support here: https://renegademethodz.bandcamp.com/album/rough-skin

RENEGADE METHODZ:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/renegademethodz/
SC: https://soundcloud.com/endlec

AUGUSTO TAITO:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/taitoaugusto
SC: https://soundcloud.com/augusto-taito

Augusto Taito - Rough Skin
RM19 - 12" / Digital
May 2th, 2025

Augusto Taito makes his mark on Renegade Methodz with Rough Skin — a raw, powerhouse Techno record that confirms his place among the genre’s most exciting talents.
 
Known for his unfiltered, high-octane approach to techno, Taito has already captured the attention of the scene, with respected releases on labels like Mord and Tar Hallow. The sound of ‘Rough Skin’ is a fearless fusion of techno’s physicality and dynamic rhythmic patterns, with each track a testament to his constant evolution while staying true to the genre’s roots. Whether he's crafting in the studio or commanding the decks, Taito's techno sound is as bold as it is sophisticated. 

‘Endless Flow’, Taito turns up the pace from the start. As layers of synths and percussion intertwine, the groove builds organically, creating a dynamic, hypnotic pulse that never loses its grip. It’s a masterclass in tension and release, and a clear indicator of Taito’s skill in building dance-floor killers. 

With Rough Skin, Augusto Taito solidifies his status as a rising talent in the world of modern techno. The EP is a rush of raw energy, immersive sonic layers and grooves that suck you in from start to finish. This is a standout release in his developing catalogue — a striking demonstration of Taito’s evolving sound, cementing him as a producer to watch closely in the years to come.
 
Written and produced by Augusto Taito. 
Recorded and mixed in Amsterdam, NL. 
Mastered at Tema Mastering, PT.
Lacquers by Simon at The Exchange Vinyl, UK.
Pressed at the Record Industry, Netherlands. 
Artwork & Design By George Kalofolias. 
Distributed By Triple Vision. 
℗ & © RENEGADE METHODZ 2025

PREMIERE: Augusto Taito - Endless Flow [RM19]

Jerm - Scar Tissue

Crónica de un Viaje continues its emotional exploration through 13 chapters that narrate a personal experience from within.

Chapter 11, “El Otro Yo,” reflects that quiet struggle we all carry inside. It’s the moment in the journey where doubt appears, where fear of mistakes and the feeling of not being enough take shape. It’s not a battle against the world, but against oneself.

The track is built with a more cerebral and tense approach. The rhythmic patterns and layered sound design act like an inner dialogue, revealing the friction between moving forward and holding back. It’s a piece that invites introspection, even when it feels uncomfortable.

Artist: Trezce
Label: Rodcode
Catalogue Number: RODE012
Style: Techno (Raw / Deep / Hypnotic)

Release Date: January 17th, 2026

Trezce - Chapter 11 El Otro Yo

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DTR 1

EMERALD  - Techno record label 

Distributed by Triple Vision Record Distribution.
www.triplevision.nl