After a strong first release on Fuse Imprint with ‘The Wall’, resident Phara returns to his home base for a mirage of introspective tracks. Furthering his research of emotive club music, ‘Soft Glow, Fierce Light’ seems more than appropriately named. Shimmering melodies, swinging rhythms, and a comforting ambiance, Phara proves that his constantly evolving musical persona and relationship with the Brussels club are built to last.
 
Beginning with ‘Unfold’, the Belgium-native sets the board with a warm introduction. Reminiscent of his recent endeavor as In Glass, a balance is struck between the slower tempo techno of his secondary alias and the higher club energy that he’s been known to bring as Phara. Steady at first, filters open wide half way through the track to ensure maximum euphoria off or on the dance floor. ‘Flow’ follows in suit and here the producer keeps the level constant and tense with intricate melodic design. A steady groove with blossoming synth lines make ‘Flow’ a beauty to witness unravel. Warm chord stabs make for a nostalgic EP and shows once more that the seasoned producer frequently enjoys prioritizing emotion over drive. Flipping the vinyl to the other side, ‘Wave to Wave’ points a finger to all things dub, even a discrete appreciation of house music, through the harmony of his keys to the sound design of his square bass, and its common borders with techno. Juggling in snare rolls and rides throughout, Phara sets the tone with a soothing piece of work for lovers of the eyes-closed genre. To conclude, ’Solitude’ brings a polished vintage effect to the project that ‘Wave to Wave’ introduced, this time with heightened intensity worthy of a set closer. Punchy stabs make this a particularly extraverted track, fitting into almost any record bag - Room 01 or Motion Room friendly. Thundering claps over an electric melody, these kinds of tracks aren’t new to Phara. Pouring soul into his tracks, Phara proves once again to be a truly central artist in developing the Fuse sound and continuing his stylistic journey. 

Written and produced by Phara
Additional mixdown by Ahmet Altinbas
Mastered by Ahmet Altinbas
Artwork by Ahmet Altinbas
Layout by Studio Phazed
Words by Noah Hocker

FUSE07 • Phara - Soft Glow, Fierce Light

Produced by: @astrovermusic
Label by: @spira-records
Mastering by: Giovanni Conti, at Artefacts Mastering Studio
Artwork by: Gio Gugava
Release Date: June 15, 2025

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Welcome to the second edition of Era Specific Noise! This release sees the debut of three talented new artists to the label - there’s nothing better than a good VA. With an audible sonic influence and shared appreciation for the originality and love poured into old-school techno, ESPN002 has something for every drum machine lover out there. 

We kick things off with TOECRUNCHER's track "Turnstyle", the first of two driving pieces of dancefloor-friendly techno that make up the A side. A classic 16th note bassline, strong percussion, and just the right amount of ear candy and ephemeral pads - this work practically mixes itself into your DJ set. The next output by label head Richardson “Situational Awareness” builds off this style and adds a growling, modulated synthline, a uniqueness which ensures its memorability and slot in your bag.  

The clarity in production of B1 “Occhio per occhio” by Alfa Cornae is hard to put into words. There’s a mountain of percussion in this hardgroove-inspired piece and yet, everything seems to have its own place - and those squelchy breakdowns don’t hurt either. Rounding off the release is “Kintsugi” - a slamming, industrial yet ethereal piece by Andrea Crestani. We personally enjoy a release that tells a story, and this track has all the hallmarks and melancholy of an EP closer.      

We hope you enjoy your stay with Era Specific Noise - New school old school.

ESPN002 - Various Artists

Artist: Various Artists
Label: Era Specific Noise
Catalog Number: ESPN002
Format: 12inch + Digital
Genre: Techno
Release date: 30/05/2025

Tracklist:

(33RPM) Info Side:

A1 TOECRUNCHER - Turnstyle (05:51) 
A2 Richardson - Situational Awareness (06:25)

(33RPM) Label Side:

B1 Alfa Cornae - Occhio per occhio (04:59)
B2 Andrea Crestani - Kintsugi (06:27)

Writing & Production: @toecruncher, Richardson, @alfacornaemusic, @andrea-crestani
Artwork: Brooke Reilly
Mastering: @paulmac 
Vinyl Pressing: Matter Of Fact (DE)
Distribution: DBH Music (DE)

ESPN002 - Various Artists (Previews)

Label: Mord
Artist: Metapattern
Title: Lost Tapes
W + P by Peter Trimbacher
Art by Sherif Al Masry
Cat No: MORDCAS009
Format: Cassette + Digital

A1 Lost Tapes
A2 Begin
A3 Exosphere
A4 Kinabalu
A5 Strata
A6 Swarm

B1 Dreams
B2 Trins
B3 Pendulum
B4 Replenish
B5 Fluidity
B6 Resolution

Release Date: May 30th 2025

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MORDCAS009 - Metapattern - Lost Tapes [Previews]

Sublabel: Groovebox
Cat.Nr.: GRVB017
Artist: Jones&Roth
EP Name: The Menu
Format: Digital
Artwork: Nico Rinker
Design: Nico Rinker
Mastering: request@yangyinlermastering.de

Releaseinformation:

A dinner in twelve servings.

Jones&Roth love to cook both in the kitchen and the studio, and with The Menu, they ser-
ve a full evening’s experience. It begins, as many great evenings do, with a quiet reunion.
„Lange nicht gesehn“. A glance across the table, a shared memory, a familiar warmth. The
conversation flows, playful and hungry – Fish and Chips, I Wanna Eat.

As the evening unfolds, the flavors deepen. Curry brings heat, Biang Biang adds texture,
and Garnelen für Zwei speaks of closeness, shared bites, and unspoken things. There’s
spice in the air, maybe even Shakshuka bubbling gently in the background. Somewhere,
Alberto from Pipaso tells a story – his Verdegang winding through herbs, gardens, and
time. Later, the mood shifts.

Jungle vibes - Sick Pad Thai lands on the table with bold confidence, while Halloumi of-
fers dubby comfort in contrast. A Ketks between sips, sweet and unexpected serving the
trippy contribution to the night. Then instrumental trap infused Dessert Fendi to finish
and to put you into your dreams.

Finally, a last surprise: a remix of Curry, reimagined like a digestif, lingering on the palate
and in the mind by fellow cooking friend Julian Bainbridge. A carefully curated evening of
house and heart, playful details and polished taste.

1. Jones&Roth – Lange nicht gesehn
2. Jones&Roth – Fish N Chips (I Wanna Eat)
3. Jones&Roth – Curry
4. Jones&Roth – Biang Biang
5. Jones&Roth – Garnelen fuer Zwei
6. Jones&Roth – Shakshuka
7. Jones&Roth – Albertos Verdegang
8. Jones&Roth – Sick Pad Thai
9. Jones&Roth – Halloumi
10. Jones&Roth – Ketks
11. Jones&Roth – Dessert Fendi
12. Jones&Roth – Curry (Julian Bainbridge Remix)

Jones&Roth – The Menu [GRVB017] Snippets

Benchiko is a DJ and label operator based between Helsinki and Utrecht, closely involved in the operations of Bipolar Disorder Rec. His sets are marked by deep, high-energy rhythms and a raw, focused intensity.

Blending driving grooves with hypnotic tension, his sound is both physical and immersive. Alongside DJing, Benchiko is closely involved in the management of Bipolar Disorder Records to shaping the label’s direction — supporting new talent and helping to push techno forward with a clear and consistent vision.

@benchiko
instagram.com/benchiko_/

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Altinbas - Eclipse [OS006]

A1. Sidereal
A2. Eclipse
B1. Maniola
B2. Saisei

Release date : 18 July 2025
Pre-Order : https://observerstation.bandcamp.com/album/eclipse

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Premiere : Altinbas - Maniola [OS006]


Eniro, French DJ and producer, is the co-founder of Trikar. Navigating between dark percussion and bewitching synth strings, his densely layered, nuanced sound universe reveals a raw, authentic style.

With his collective, he is forging a unique path by combining cutting-edge techno line ups with elaborate scenography and experimental exhibitions.
Their artistic vision places honed artistry at the heart of their approach, creating a misty universe where every element contributes to a deeply immersive and captivating sonic and visual experience.

With its metallic atmosphere and ambient humidity, Trikar leaves a primitive and poetic mark on the local scene.

IG : https://www.instagram.com/e.n.i.r.o/
SC : https://soundcloud.com/eniro_7


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A space for hardware first techno grooves and creatively fleshed out, full pieces of music.   

Sounds of the early 2000s - old school new school. Welcome to Era Specific Noise!

Run by Richardson. 

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