Fast, intricate, and evolving - T.M.'s recording begins with swift house but quickly worms its way into uncompromising rave territory. Tip!

T.M. also makes music..... - https://www.unearthedsounds.co.uk/collections/a-all-preorder/products/t-m-fxwl-21a

Artwork: František Škoda

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3 silky cuts for interstellar ears. White label limited pressing.

Vinyl release: Oct 21

Digital release: Dec 22

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Our next podcast comes from London based Dan Shake, who has become the very first producer without a Detroit heritage or residency to land a release on Moodymann's prestigious record label, Mahogani Music. Having just watched Kenny Dixon Jr. perform as part of the 3 Chairs at Dimensions Festival, Dan handed over a demo CD with a collection of unreleased tracks. Moodymann was hooked from the offset, taking the first plunge on welcoming an outsider into his tight-knit crew of Detroit strong artists. 

Tracklist:

1. Moodymann - People
2. 6th Borough Project - Planets 
3. Nicholas - The Music Lives
4. Moodymann - Sunday hotel
5. Marcellus Pitmann - Unirhythm Green 
6. DJ Nature - Let it Ring
7. Floating Points - Shark Chase 
8. The Tramps - The Night The Lights Went Out
9. Ander Beat - Knuf (Edit)
10. Glenn Underground - Afro Gente
11. JV - Channel XX
12. MCDE - Raw Cuts 2
13. Floating Points - Peoples Potential
14. Mike Grant - Struggle of my people (Mr G Mix)
15. Nicholas - Running into time
16. Untitled - ?

Enjoy.

Flux Podcast - 27 - Dan Shake

Next up is a marathon mix from Irish producer and DJ, The Drifter. After an upbringing dabbling in different musical pursuits, from bands and choirs to folk and traditional, a love for electronic music was born from ventures into Dublin nightlife. A move to Berlin ensued soon after.

He excelled whilst DJing at his own night Passion Beat which he ran with Mano Le Tough for 3 years in Berlin. Together they built a strong residency and from this set up their own label, Maeve, along with another close friend, Baikal. They all share the same love for emotive deep music and this has been at the forefront of the label’s releases and led to ties with heavyweight labels such as Innervisions.

In late 2012 he released his first solo work, the ‘Lovers’ EP, on Permanent Vacation. His 'Again' EP on Maeve came out earlier this year along with two tracks on Permanent Vacation. Keep an eye out for him and his label; they sure are ones to watch in the long run.

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For our 38th Podcast we've got legendary Chicago party starter and one of next week's headliners, Rahaan.

Rahaan has been dropping disco and house beats to retro music heads since the 80's and he is now a well respected DJ and artist in his own right, with a global following. Starting out as Chicago house party DJ, Rahaan has been ideally situated to perfect his art, and it is his outstanding skill behind the decks that has brought him from the Chicago underground circuit out onto the international playing field. Performing on guest spots for Sisterz of Vision and Soul In The Hole club nights, followed by a residency “Budda Lounge” – one of Chicago’s best nightclubs, opened doors for Rahaan. In between touring Rahaan is busy producing soulful disco and house music for Australian singer Christine Eva and Atlanta based singer/songwriter Ozara Ode’. Although now a firm fixture in the scene, is fair to say that Rahaan is well and truly on his way to accomplishing even bigger and better things.

Enjoy.

Flux Podcast - 38 - Rahaan

Electro mechanisms from the new world.

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Here's a listen back to a portion of Volcov's amazing closing set from our 4th Birthday at the Temple Works. 

Tune in, enjoy and be sure to check out his Soundcloud for more music: @https://soundcloud.com/neroli

Volcov Live Recording @ Flux - Temple Works

As we near our half century, we've got up and comer Peggy Gou in the mix. Peggy was born in Korea, and then moved to London when she was 14.  Always in love with music, she started to collect vinyl several years ago when she began to DJ. Aside from music she is an editor and blogger in the fashion world.

Recently she has been spending time in Berlin to hone her production skills and focus on a release. The last track of her mix is her new release coming out after summer. For more info, watch this space.

Enjoy.


Flux Podcast - 49 - Peggy Gou

Finally, we have reached our milestone and can release our 50th podcast in the series with a special 2 hour mix from San Jose born, Berlin based, Lady Blacktronika.

'The First Lady of Beatdown' came to prominence doing vocals for producer and close friend Mattski. Eventually she started producing her own house and techno which garnered attention from the likes of Mike Huckaby. By 2007 she had a release on Spanish label, Deep Explorer. Since then she has amassed releases on a wealth of labels. Her back catalogue is rather extensive and she has released on Skylax, Sound Black Recordings and her own Cocaine Recordings. 

She references sounds and influences from both Chicago and Detroit house music, and draws inspiration from the 1990's club scene of The Bay Area and her life in San Jose and Los Angeles. 

Tracklist:

1. Juan De Dios - In Memory of CB 
2. Lady B - Disco Carmen
3. DJ Aakmael - Aakenstein 
4. Lady Blacktronika - Changing Your Love)
5. Arctor - Stomping Ground (Scarbo Remix)
6. Ospina & Oscar P Feat. Sammy Rosa	GBDB (Morning Song) (Ospina-Oscar P Unreleased dub)
7. Lady Blacktronika - How Long Been Lost
8. Ron Trent - Altered States (Carl Craig East Side Mix)
9. DJ Aakmael - Crack (Original Mix)
10. Lady Blacktronika - Just Myself To Blame 
11. Sean Dixon - Number IX
12. Vanity 6 - Make-Up
13. Ed Nine - 33
14. Thijs Haal - Music Is My Life 
15. Christian Arno - Jasons Sneakers
16. The Untouchables - Dance to the rhythm
17. Blaktronix - Music's To Blame
18. Blaktronix - Feeling Music
19. Lay-Far - Looking for Changes (Pablo Valentino Remix)
20. WBTTU Anthems - Stebeni's Theme
21. Lady Blacktronika - How I Miss My X
22. Gregory Dub - Track Four 
23. Gregory Dub - Track One
24. Lady Blacktronika - Smilin & Cryin
25. Ikenga Project - Carefree (Gustavo's Mix) 
26. Lady Blacktronika - All's Fair In Love & War

Enjoy.

Check her out here: @Blaktronix

Flux Podcast - 50 - Lady Blacktronika

No stranger to the game, Fernando's 15-year career boasts releases on labels such as Redux, International Feel, and Tsuba, while numerous collaborations include his involvement with live electronic four-piece 2020 Soundsystem. Here, the Argentinian drops 7 minutes of simmering, shimmering euphoria. A strutting bass-line and simple guitar riff provide the groundwork for touches of acid and sparkling synth runs. Guaranteed to get the floor swooning.

Release date: 23/10/2015

Check:
@fernando-2020
@futureboogie

First Play: Fernando – Mid Decade [Futureboogie]

After two solid EPs out on Exploited Ghetto last year, Florence-native Mennie is back with ‘Reels Rebel’. The EP consists of two tidy house cuts, and for you today we present the first track on the release, ‘Reels Rebel’. 

Mennie’s approach to producing the music involved a classic aesthetic, drawing upon vintage machines to build up his grooves. From the track structure to the way samples have been worked, you most certainly get this classic tech-house feel. There’s this vintage sheen to ‘Reels Rebel’ that reeks of class, achieved through a most capable handling of percussion and an addictive riff on the loop. A rare breath of quality in a sea of generic four-to-the-floor.

Release date: 01/02/2016

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/mennie
https://soundcloud.com/exploited

First Play: Mennie - Reels Rebel [Exploited Ghetto]

For the latest release on Rob da Bank’s dance focussed imprint Silver Bear Recordings, longtime collaborators Krywald & Farrer have turned in a three track EP. The Percolate residents are well respected across London for their exemplary skills behind the decks, and the wonderfully titled ‘Top Pocket Persies’ EP is evidence their talent also extends to the studio. Today we premiere the lead track, ‘Spoon Billed Sandpiper’.

‘Spoon Billed Sandpiper’ is testament to the duo’s keen understanding of songwriting. The song begins with a meditative drum pattern, which grows more propulsive as pads begin to swirl around it. An early breakdown is accompanied by a heart torn vocal sample before the beat comes back in, sounding even more frenetic to ensure to send the floor into raptures.

Release Date: 04/03/2016

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/silver-bear-recordings
https://soundcloud.com/krywaldandfarrer

First Play: Krywald & Farrer - Spoon Billed Sandpiper [Silver Bear Recordings]

For our latest Flux First Play we introduce 22 year old Frenchman Leon Revol, who has kindly allowed us to premiere a song from his new EP for Ben Gomori's Monologues Records, ‘Eulogy For Hip-Hop’. 

‘Eulogy For Hip-Hop’ samples a Donna Summer song, and the title may be a nod to the prolific use of the sample in modern hip-hop, notably in Beyonce’s ‘Naughty Girl’. The sample drifts above bleached pianos and sunkissed strings, undercut by sharp chugging percussion, painting a sepia-toned picture of a summer evening in warmer climes.

Catch Leon at Farbfernseher Berlin on April 2: https://www.facebook.com/events/1684485181808206/

Release Date: 28/03/2016

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/monologues
https://soundcloud.com/leonidmusique

First Play: Leon Revol - Eulogy For Hip Hop [Monologues Records]

To help bring in summer we've got our hands on this fresh mix from Jamaican artist, David Marston. David is a talented producer, DJ, musician, and guitarist; his approach to music is multifaceted: in his own productions, David works to achieve a sound that is a fusion of various genres, including, but not limited to: house, soul, disco, jazz, as well as reggae. As a performer, he has impressed crowds and partygoers with his captivating live-set that incorporates live guitar and on-the-fly sound manipulation. Here are some words from David himself on the selection:

"This mix comprises a collection of meaningful songs: some are recent releases or discoveries, some are staples in my DJ sets, and some hark back to my days as a teenager learning electric guitar (hence the Stevie Ray Vaughan and Al Di Meola inclusions!). Not long ago, I came across the music of an artist named, "Mizan", and I was in awe of the beauty and sophistication of her music. After going through her catalog, I felt the urge to start working on a new DJ mix. Searching to see what I had on my computer, I uncovered an unfinished mix that I had been saving for something special, and I proceeded to build on that foundation. The new song ideas that came to mind fit really well with the original set that I had laid out, and soon, I had arranged a complete and eclectic mix. This selection will accompany the release of my Kindness of Bearer EP, forthcoming on Soul Clap Records out April 1st, 2016."

Enjoy.

Check:
@davidmarstonja
@soulclap

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For the third release on Astropical Tapes, the Polish label have invited various artists to contribute to the ‘Interstellar Funk’ EP. Among them are Marcin Krupa and Astro Buhloone, who contributed the past two releases on the label, alongside a host of new talent. 

One of these new artists is Easy Audio, whose effort ‘Gypsy Funk’ we premiere today. ‘Gypsy Funk’ uses snatches of vocals and a 2-step drum pattern to create a vivacious sense of life within the track. This is supplemented by strummed guitars and whispering flutes that sound like they are lifted from old traveller’s folk music, perhaps explaining the song’s title.

Check:
@astropicaltapes

First Play: Easy Audio - Gypsy Funk [Astropical Tapes]

Returning to his label with his first solo EP since 2013, Ian Pooley has delivered three deep, emotional techno tracks for the “Turakina EP”. We’re lucky to have secured the first play of the final (and our favourite) track from the release – a dub mix of “Mudou”. 

There’s an interesting and poignant story behind the release actually; the release is dedicated to Pooley’s dog Basil – who recently passed away after 12 years of companionship. It’s a truly fitting tribute and we’re sure this production will secure a spot in record bags for years to come.

Release date: 03/06/2016

Check:
@ianpooley

Ian Pooley - Turakina EP

First Play: Ian Pooley - Mudou (Dub) [Pooledmusic]

Hot on the heels of the monster release of “Mutter” on Gerd Janson’s Running Back, Konstantin Sibold has delivered an acid remix for the Danish experimental pop band WhoMadeWho.

The original song, an infectious 3-minute pop ballad has been mutated and stretched out into a pulsating acid track, aimed squarely at the dancefloor. Tomas Høffding’s vocals sit proudly over a thumping kick drum and result in 7 minutes of potent, almost ominous club music that sits resolutely at the low end of the pH scale.

Release Date:
Beatport: 01/07/2016
All other shops: 15/07/2016

Check:
@konstantinsibold
@whomadewho
@get-physical-music

First Play: WhoMadeWho – Hi & Low (Konstantin Sibold Acid Mix) [Get Physical]

Dinky has come forward with “Casa”, the first single from her forthcoming album due out this autumn on Damian Lazarus’ Crosstown Rebels label. The tracks were recorded whilst she was resting at home, pregnant with her second son. Due to a medical risk, Dinky was forced to stay in bed and decided to keep herself busy by writing music.

Whilst the original features summery, almost blissful vocal hooks interspersed with acid bass gurgles, Satori’s remix takes thing down an altogether more turbulent route. Initially ambient and spaced out, it then morphs into a driving techno track, combined with reverberating pads and choral wails.

Released: 08/07/2016

Check:
@satorimusica
@user2779863
@crosstownrebels



First Play: Dinky - Casa (Satori Remix) [Crosstown Rebels]

Since its inception in 2010, much of Uncanny Valley's output has found its way into our proverbial (and literal) record bags here at Flux. As big fans of both Jacob Korn and Cuthead, we watched the label grow, accommodating releases from the likes of Massimilano Pagliara and Joel Alter. In its relatively short lifetime, Uncanny Valley has become an extremely well regarded label in European house music.

It's a privilege to be hosting an exclusive from the Dresden-based label, but for now we'll leave you with a quote from the press release that summarises the release far more accurately than we ever could...

"Hallelujah, House-heads and Hip-Hop-kids, be prepared. Listen to the word of the Sample Jesus!"

Release date: 15/08/2016 on uncannyvalleyrec.bandcamp.com

Check:
@cuthead
@uncanny-valley-dresden

Return Of The Sample Jesus

First Play: Cuthead - My Love For You [Uncanny Valley]

Vince Watson has now spent 20 years in the electronic music world. He's produced a pretty inconceivable total of 8 albums, released over 80 remixes and his music has also featured in TV series and adverts. To celebrate this milestone, Vince is releasing a 36-track boxset featuring beatless versions, reworks and remasters on his own label "Everysoul".

"Moments in Time", originally released in 2002 on Vince's second album has now been retouched, remastered and is an ethereal house masterpiece. We've fortunately managed to twist a few arms to let us host the premiere. Here's to another 20 years!

Release Date: 29/08/2016

Check: 
https://soundcloud.com/vincewatson
https://vw20.bandcamp.com/
https://www.facebook.com/vincewatsonmusic


First Play: Vince Watson - Moments in Time (VW20 Mix)[Everysoul]

Following releases on Hafendisko and Mule Musiq, the New Zealand/German duo are set to release a four track EP on London-based label House of Disco. Given their relative newcomer status (the Snacks alias only began in 2014), this excellent EP is a clear statement of what great things are to come from the pair.

“Matinee” is prime terrace party fodder. A feel-good anthem that we’re sure will be on heavy rotation in the booth, and deservedly so!

Release date: 14/10/2016

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/snackslive
https://soundcloud.com/thehouseofdisco

Burnin EP

First Play: Snacks - Matinee [House of Disco]

Stuttgart-based Leif Müller is releasing a 3-track EP on Mule Music very soon. We're premiering "Holidays Everywhere" - a loopy, hypnotic house track that, without wanting to regurgitate too much of the Kompakt sales notes, does in fact sound like Roman Flügel! We've even tested it in the club and it sounds brilliant.

Released: 09/12/16

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/mulemusiq
https://soundcloud.com/leif-mueller

First Play: Leif Müller - Holidays Everywhere [Mule Musiq]

The French tastemakers over at Delicieuse Musique have been busy compiling their first in a series of VA releases. Liquors No.1, a smorgasbord of deep club tracks is due to hit the shelves in mid February and will be also available on vinyl.

We’ve got the exclusive on Jesper Ryom’s contribution ‘Pacer’. Throughout its seven minute duration, it morphs into a beautiful sunrise track, comprised of piano melodies and an undulating bass riff. If there’s one track that you listen to today, make it this.

Released:
13/02/2017 (vinyl)
06/03/2017 (digital)

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/jesper-ryom
https://soundcloud.com/d-licieusemusique-records

Pre-order

First Play: Jesper Ryom - Pacer [Delicieuse Records]

We've tried to avoid hosting exclusives from the same artists, but sometimes the tracks that make their way into the Flux inbox are simply too enticing. This is a remix of South London's Afriquoi by Krywald & Farrer. 

For the last 6 years, Afriquoi have been drawing from diverse influences across the African continent and repackaging them with a dancefloor aesthetic. "Can I know you" is no different, resulting from a collaboration with Kakatsitsi - a group of traditional drummers, dancers and singers from the Ga tribe of Southern Ghana.

Afriquoi play on Friday for Soundcrash -
 https://www.residentadvisor.net/event.aspx?924677

Released: 21/04/2017

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/krywaldandfarrer
https://soundcloud.com/afriquoi
https://soundcloud.com/kakatsitsi-drummers

First Play: Afriquoi - Can I Know You (Krywald & Farrer Remix)[Wormfood/One House]

Having invited Sven to play at Corsica Studios for one of our London parties, it's a pleasure to now feature him on our First Play series. This track is quintessential Weisemann - Deep, dubby and incredibly well produced. As such, it is a perfect fit for the mighty Echochord, the Copenhagen-based label boasting an impressive 16 years of releasing music.

Released: 08/09/2017

Check: 
https://soundcloud.com/svenweisemann
https://www.facebook.com/svenweisemann
https://soundcloud.com/echocord

Bilateral Relations EP

First Play: Sven Weisemann - Bilateral Relations [Echocord]

Marcel Vogel's Lumberjacks in Hell label continues to deliver exceptionally good music. This time we have the incredibly prolific (135 EPs to his name!) Andy Compton at the helm, with live percussion/instrumental work from African artist Shamrock. These two have conjured up a magical EP that draws deeply from sub-saharan influences and to great effect!

Released: 23/04/18

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/andycompton
https://soundcloud.com/marcelvogel

LiH031 - Bunny Chow

First Play: Andy Compton & Shamrock - Roga Mziki [Lumberjacks in Hell]

Repress from 2018. 

3 ethereal cuts from the underworld. Super limited white label. 

Pre-order:
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FXWL 18A - D.B. (Repress)

Dansu Discs have turned out an epic VA compilation for their 10th release. We've got the exclusive on Soundbwoy Killah's "Fuck Off And Dance", an alarmingly good breakbeat track punctuated with moments of ethereal bliss and utter chaos in equal measure. Hold on to your horses...

Released: 11/05/18

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/dansudiscs
https://www.facebook.com/Soundbwoykillah/

Club Culture VA Vol.1

First Play: Soundbwoy Killah - Fuck Off And Dance [Dansu Discs]

Dansu Discs delivers again with a VA compilation chock full with heaters. We've got the exclusive on ALVA's Rotate, a synthy exploration teetering around the edges of classic house music. 

Certainly worth taking the time to check the other tracks on this compilation!

Released: 12/07/18

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/dansudiscs
https://soundcloud.com/alva

DSD011 VA Compilation Vol.2

First Play: ALVA - Rotate [Dansu Discs]

Downbeat transmissions from the future. White label super limited.

Vinyl release: Feb 19

Digital release: Dec 22

FXWL 18B - T.N.

Arkajo is one half of Genius of Time, the Swedish duo that brought us underground anthems on Running Back, Clone Royal Oak and Aniara recordings.

We’ve sneaked the exclusive of “It’s Only You”, taken from his forthcoming “Landslide EP” on Nilla - It’s one of those tracks that ostensibly is quite simple, but at the same time it is exactly the sort of music to which vinyl is suited...

Released: 04/03/19

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/arkajo
https://soundcloud.com/allinnrecords

First Play: Arkajo - It's Only You [Nilla]

The Halley Compilations

I'm Not Pretending

Submersed sounds for deep diving. White label limited pressing.

Vinyl release: May 19

Digital release: Dec 22

FXWL 19A - D.B.

Ben Gomori tweaks the mighty Nahawa Doumbia's Sigi Sele. Doumbia has been a prominent voice in Malian music since the late 80s. Gomori's tasteful edit gives a little more breathing room to the track, allowing the horns to really do the business on the dancefloor. Sterns edits delivers another fun yet refined release.

First Play: Nahawa Doumbia - Sigi Sele (Ben Gomori Edit) [Sterns Edits]

Shedbug is a good friend of Flux, having produced 3 great tracks on our label's inaugural release and also warmed up for DJ Stingray at one of our parties. As a result it's lovely to be able to host the A1 from his forthcoming release on Salt Mines. We've secured the exclusive of "Pickup Sticks", a track at the intersection of house and techno with an almost ghetto feel to the percussion. Think fast eddy, but without the vocals... Now based in Berlin, Salt Mines is the label run by Rudolf C and Shedbug and is admired for its consistency in turning out heaters one after another.

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/shedbug
https://soundcloud.com/salt-mines

Honey Mushrooms II

First Play: Shedbug - Pickup Sticks [Salt Mines]

After his excellent debut release on Carpet & Snares' LAB series, Blazout has kindly provided us with an hour-long mix that weaves through the many definitions of house. Blazout hails from Benedita, a small town in the Leiria district of Portugal.

The LAB series is a clever initiative to road-test music from emerging artists without the market pressure to sell many copies. Blazout's Flower of Life EP is the first in the series and is deep, high-quality house.

Check:
https://soundcloud.com/blazout
https://soundcloud.com/carpetandsnares

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