Good rhythm, beat and sounds, cool vocal samples, good energy

The groove very cool nice atmospher around

**Franco Paulsen Unleashes Energetic New Track 'Process of Maintaining'**

Melbourne's techno scene gains a powerful new track with Franco Paulsen's "Process of Maintaining," set for release on January 16, 2026. Paulsen dives into peak time techno, blending driving bass lines with ethereal sounds. Born in South Africa and known for his intense beats, Paulsen has a strong discography with labels like Mavic Music and ONESUN Records.

Paulsen's journey began in 1999 in South Africa's dance clubs. Moving to Melbourne, he infused hard dance elements into techno. Highlights of his career include co-founding Ant-on-e Records and reaching the semi-finals in the SYLD DJ competition. Recently managing his career, Paulsen's skill in creating immersive tracks shines through in "Process of Maintaining."

The track reflects Paulsen's musical growth, featuring invigorating stabs amid its hard-hitting sound. It captures his exploration of rhythm, a solo venture without collaborators, showcasing his refined style. As he launches Paulsen Records, Franco Paulsen continues to shape the techno landscape, leaving a lasting mark on the global stage.

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Process of Maintaining

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The Maze

ColorPalette (Opening Edit)

ColorPalette is a journey where sound turns into shifting colors.
A progressive–melodic opening edit built on deep textures, smooth rises, and evolving waves of energy.
Instead of a heavy drop, it flows… transforming, glowing, and breathing like a living palette.

Created for synesthetic minds — for those who feel music in shapes and shades.
For listeners who seek atmosphere, motion, and emotion rather than a sudden peak.

This track isn’t an explosion; it’s a transformation.

Deep, melodic, and controlled.

🎧 Best experienced at high volume.
🕒 Ideal for opening and warm-up sets.

ColourPalette (Opening Edit)

Raised in the 90's

Karyna

Deep Waters is a 6:40 deep / hypnotic techno journey built for underground warehouses, late-night afterhours, and immersive headphone listening. Driven by a minimal yet powerful groove at 126 BPM, the track unfolds slowly with evolving sound design and cinematic, oceanic atmospheres.

Designed as a long-form DJ tool rather than a mainstream format, Deep Waters rewards patience, focus, and deep listening. Inspired by artists like Boris Brejcha, Adam Beyer, and Oliver Huntemann, the track projects a scenario where escape becomes a power move - stepping back from chaos while maintaining focus on a larger goal, practicing discipline, humility and acceptance.

“Deep Waters” is designed for underground clubs, afterhours sets, and deep-listening playlists, offering DJs and listeners a hypnotic, meditative experience that rewards patience and attention.

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Extended mix available on Beatport: https://www.beatport.com/track/traction/23544151
 
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Traction by Jon Kinesis is a deep, hypnotic house cut designed for long-form dancefloor journeys. Built around a warm, rolling bassline and driving percussion, the track slowly evolves as subtle layers and textures grow, keeping tension and momentum locked from start to finish. Minimal chopped vocals drift through the groove like passing thoughts, adding a seductive, atmospheric edge without breaking the flow. Crafted for late-night rooms, sunrise sets, and DJs who value patience and progression, Traction delivers a smooth but powerful pull that holds the floor without ever forcing it.

Traction (Radio Edit)

HEAVENUS is finally out.

At its core, HEAVENUS is about finding peace in the chaos. Melodic techno at 130 BPM—driving percussion, atmospheric textures, and darker, dungeon-inspired elements. But in the end, it's whatever you need it to be.

The track revolves around three words: "Take me there." 🪽

That moment when everything else fades away and you're just searching for peace of mind. A small corner in the music where escape becomes possible.

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HEAVENUS

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Released on: Polarity Underground
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Cosovo - Project Hollowmind (Original Mix)

Sapphire Passage

E.V.E.N. Ricsi

Kicking off the Free Download Series is Star artist 'Achesome' out of Porto, Portugal.

Recent dubs on Arkangel Sounds and Bass Kitty Records have this guy set for an unreal year in 2026

Stream and Download this track 'Dominator Dub' for free on Bandcamp and Soundcloud only

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Achesome - Dominator Dub (FREE DL) [No Vocals]

Franco Paulsen, hailing from South Africa and now rooted in Melbourne's rich cultural scene, is a key player in the global techno world. He kicked off his career in 1999 on the decks and honed his production skills by 2006. From launching Ant-on-e Records to pioneering Da’m Good Muzik, Paulsen's journey is one of constant growth and innovation.

His sound, refined over more than 20 years, blends driving basslines with ethereal touches, echoing the dance music that first inspired him. By 2015, Melbourne's techno scene influenced him to explore melodic and peaktime techno, leading to notable releases on Beatport and his first vinyl in 2020.

Now, with the launch of Paulsen Records in 2026, he's carving out a new path. His work beats with genuine passion and mirrors the vibrant journey he's traveled.

Discover Franco's musical world on Instagram @francopaulsen or dive into his sets on YouTube.

He has released numerous EPs and singles, with recent releases in 2025 such as the album Mystical Gift. His music can be found on platforms like SoundCloud, Spotify, and Apple Music. 



Labels:
Mavic Music, ONESUN Records, Dolma Red, Cerebro, Black Turtle Records, Over Records, Dead Groovy Music, Rebellie, MTZ Noir Records, Toxic Recordings, Black Square Recordings, Green Nights Records, Egothermia, ATEC, Tech Delux, Transform Recordings, Hand in the Air.

Raised in the 90's

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