Buy / Stream: ffm.to/malfunction-exp

UK producer Louis De Tomaso pushes a vibrant retro sound that’s laced with euphoric intention and has received support from the likes of Krystal Klear, Jennifer Cardini, Kendal, Pablo Bozzi, Tiger and Woods, Perel and Cormac. He comes up trumps here with two new tracks for the well-reputed Exploited imprint.

Channeling classic Eurodance and Italo, ‘Malfunction’ is a riot of a track that’s brimming with strong melodies and motifs. Within seconds you’re assaulted by an array of potent lines weaving away under ticking hi-hats and roomy snare hits, swelling to a tremendous intensity before the undulating bassline rocks in. Big arpeggios, fizzing chords, soaring leads and dramatic riffs abound, with never a dull moment in this super-colourful track. All is woven together seamlessly, erupting like a volcano as the melodies transpose to higher octaves as the track progresses. Any one of these riffs would be strong enough to be the lead refrain on any given track. Louis De Tomaso’s generous spirit instead packs them all into a huge 5 minutes and 40 seconds.

‘Prince’, a track that lay unfinished for nearly 5 years, is more on the hi-NRG tip. Given a new lick of paint by De Tomaso, it’s driven by a camp, sugary lead riff that bursts through the mix like a buzzsaw. Chugging bass arpeggios provide more forward-thrust as the spacious beats hammer away and classic ravey synth sounds hammer out a delightful selection of colourful hooks. A huge build where pitch risers meet rapid-fire claps sends the track rocketing into the ether, exploding in a rainbow of colour. Fun levels are maxxed out on this one.

Artist: Louis De Tomaso
Release: Malfunction
Label: Exploited Club
Cat: EXP123
LC: 96788
Publisher: Exploited Ghetto Music Publishing
Beatport Pre-order: 28.10.22
Releasedate Beatport & Streaming: 04.11.22
Releasedate Global Download: 18.11.22

Malfunction

Prince

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Louis De Tomaso - Prince | Exploited Club

Ekonopolis is back with his new track Grimetalo. The track aims to a wide range of listeners of club formats with its choruses mixing synths in Italo Disco arpeggios. Not hesitating in rejecting genre in favour of his unique style, he mixes old-school house sublimated by a fast Rap vocal performed by an MC with a Tech House rhythm.

https://soundcloud.com/ekonopolis 
https://www.instagram.com/ekonopolis/

PREMIERE: Ekopnopolis - Grimetalo [ItinéraireBis]

French artist Back From The Wave joins Roam Recordings with two original hypnotic burners. 
The EP starts with Brothers which builds with lush pads and gritty synthwork. Mother’s Mind takes a more reflective approach and continues to build the trance inducing journey of the EP.
The EP is backed by remixes from French compatriot Endrik Schroeder and Roam alumni Rigopolar. Endrik Schroeder is up first with his dreamy and melodic take on Brothers. Rigopolar rounds out the EP with a laid back version of Mother’s Mind with beautiful vocoder work accentuating the mellow vibes.

BUY on BEATPORT

PREMIERE : Back From The Wave - Mother's Mind (Rigopolar Remix)

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Ludviq & Poupler - Cosmovision ( Hoochie Coochie Papa Remix)

out on nein
https://neinrecords.bandcamp.com/album/kislotnie-livny

Eklektique - Need For Speed (Radial Gaze 'Rapid' Remix)

It's time to get the smoke machines & glitter balls out as Pentland Park bring the heat with their Maître de Sagesse EP for the 8th release on Lava Lava.  The duo have been a mainstay in the Scottish underground scene for many years, gaining a reputation for their eclectic DJ sets and recently clocked up acclaimed releases on Brand New, CB90 Dance Recordings & Everything Will Be OK.  Their latest EP is a foray into classic Italo and Disco sounds accompanied by a sensational remix from Somethin' Sanctified.

Leading the EP, title track Maître de Sagesse takes you straight onto the dance floor with skipping drums, hazy vocals and a sub-heavy plucked basbline.  Hand claps, rattles, guitar licks and fluttering synths inject classic Disco elements into this infectious groove.

On the B side Enterprise is a nod to classic Italo sounds whilst remaining firmly rooted in modern club culture.  An effortlessly cool track where rolling hi-hats, arpeggiated bass and retro snare hits bounce alongside soft synthesisers and sharp pads.

Somethin' Sanctified bring their signature sound with an irresistible analogue take on Maître de Sagesse laid out across 7 minutes.  Crisp percussion, echoing vocals and bright synths lead playfully through the track to a gorgeous breakdown. Resonating low-end bass and four-four grooves bring a classic House flavour to their interpretation.

Pentland Park - Maître de Sagesse (Incl. Somethin' Sanctified Remix)

PREMIERE: Pentland Park - Enterprise

LAURIE - On Life

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SC: @thebasementmusic
IG: www.instagram.com/thebasementdiscos/

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SC : soundcloud.com/imported-recordings/
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Insta : www.instagram.com/importedparis/
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SP : open.spotify.com/user/4i4j6pakobcyz0le6zmoerqtv

[IMPORTED PREMIERE] LAURIE - On Life

Fold [Minimal Groove Concept]

Finally! After years of releases on some of the most important labels in electronic music, DFA's Juan Maclean makes his debut on Correspondant with his glorious Manthony EP.

Four slabs of thumping cosmic disco; all modulating basslines and heavy chug dynamics, Juan is a man of many styles but it's clear he's tailored these especially for Jennifer Cardini's label. The primordial acidic soup of opener 'Manthony', the cloud-bouncing dreaminess of 'Bufomania', the tense bewitching adventure of 'She's Breaking Up' (with the purring cat-like vocals of Fantastic Twins) and the creepy, ever-mutating pranged out finale 'In A Minute'.

As an artist who states that DJing is "literally my favourite thing in life", Juan Maclean has once again delivered a collection of transcendent dancefloor moments for both DJs and Dancers alike.

Bufomania

Beatport: http://www.beatport.com/release/the-american/3129675
iTunes: https://music.apple.com/album/the-american-single/1533255541
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4UxPa54mMFnr59kSeC6OjL

BBC 6 PREMIERE NEMONE sits in for LAUREN LAVERNE:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000nn4g

PREMIERE by LIQUID YOUTH:
https://liquidyouth.nl/music/premieres/ono-ft-jabberwocky-the-american-panthera-krause-remix-exploited/

Beguiling Parisian fashionistas O.N.O. return to Exploited following their splendid debut ‘Modern Dance’ with more surefire party-starters with a retro lean.
‘The American’ is an out-and-out Italo disco romp featuring French synth wizards Jabberwocky. A twanging sequence motion bubbles away in the intro over rolling conga rhythms and flashes of the shuddering lead riff. Super ‘80s electro-bass pumps into life as the kicks hit and the wild lead starts hammering out its rapid-fire pattern. An infectious counter-melody plays out in call-and-answer fashion as chattering claps punctuate. Finally the full melody plays out as the bassline and synths unite in fist-pumping, feel-good fashion. A simple, cutesy riff is added into the mix, and made heady through building delays as we push towards the breakdown. Isolating the lead riff, they then build the tension before slamming us back into the meat of the track. It’s an absolutely huge track which overflows with sweet euphoria.

Panthera Krause strips things back on his tense remix, opting for thick rolling bass and a more succinct percussive section. With the descending bass groove combined with gently snarling synths and moments of subtle wonkiness, it makes for a somewhat darker yet no less irresistible version. 

‘Dabajo’ sees them drop tempo to a chuggy roll, with more mesmerising hooks and dazzling synths. Swooping strings cut against rippling 8-bit arpeggios and chugging bass melodies. Snappy beats underpin the colourful affair perfectly, the myriad synth melodies and motifs synergising in powerful, spine-tingling fashion. The dramatic mid section and its chromatic melodies recall some of Daft Punk’s most cinematic moments.

Early feedback:
Mathias Kaden: Wonderful Panthera Krause Remix.
Kito Jempere: Panthera Krause Remix is amazing.
Alinka: Awesome.
Philippi/Fatnotronic/Deewee: Nice one. Love O.N.O.
Phenomenal Handclap Band: Love it!
K.E.E.N.E. - Panthera Krause Remix for us.
Tsugi Magazine: Cool Panthera Krause Remix.
DJ Mag France: Hype Disco.
Severino/Horse Meat Disco: Oh yes interesting Italo.
Kiki/Bpitch: Dabajo is amazing.
Roberto Rodriguez: Nice italo bangers! Dabajo is a killer.

Artist: O.N.O Feat. Jabberwocky
Release: The American
Label: Exploited 
Cat: EXPDIGITAL207
LC: 15799
Publisher: Exploited Ghetto Music Publishing
Releasedate Beatport/Spotify: 23.10.20
Releasedate I-Tunes: 06.11.20

The American

The American feat. Jabberwocky (Panthera Krause Remix)

O.N.O - The American feat. Jabberwocky (Panthera Krause Remix) I Exploited Ghetto

Shir Khan started Exploited in 2007. Exploited Rec now plays host to some wide-ranging and innovative electronic talent - including Adana Twins, Claptone, Budakid, Joyce Muniz, James Curd, Shir Khan (to name a few) - and its artists have been receiving numerous supportive spins from the likes of Solomun, Pete Tong, Soul Clap, Wolf&Lamb, Azari&III, Jesse Rose, Axel Boman and A-Trak.
This is serious dance music at it's most cutting edge with all the juice to really get you going. It's totally contemporary, innovative and has a chunky dirty feel. "Exploited" take you on an invigorating roller coaster ride back to your youth when you first listened to dance music with all the thrills and spills you so enjoyed about clubbing. It's heavy, exciting and special.
'"Exploited Records" is a seamless melting pot of varied styles that simply can't fail to please even the most discerning ears. Highlights here are plentyful. Not to be missed at any cost.' (Clash)
'Musical hybrids are truly the flavour of today, but few have managed to capture the atmosphere of an unpredictable microcosm of a night out on a recordlabel - until now. Shir Khan's label "Exploited" bottles the zeitgeist's giddy thrills with plenty of style and substance. This is dance music hybridism in all its most glorious forms, and Shir Khan is an expert at making square pegs fit round holes.' (DJ-Mag)
'"Exploited Records" boss Shir Khan has been gaining a lot of acclaim recently, and deservedly so - as he has shown us the high quality, diversity and forward-thinking nature of his label. Engaging, riveting and diverse.' (Data Transmission)