MARC HOULE UNVEILS ‘RESTORED’ REMIX ALBUM 	

Marc Houle is set to release a full remix package from his debut LP, Restore, featuring remix contributions from an all-star line-up of techno luminaries including Danny Daze, Harvard Bass, Julian Jeweil, Joris Voorn, M.A.N.D.Y., Popof and Marc Houle himself.

Originally released on Richie Hawtin’s Minus label a decade ago, Restore stands alone as Houle’s very first long-player and helped to establish his penchant for the quirkier side of techno and his superlative production skills. Spread across 11 tracks it encapsulated the dark, minimal, groove-driven sound purveyed by Hawtin and the rest of the Minus crew, while retaining a strong sense of Houle’s unique character and identity. Now it’s the perfect time to breath new life into an album that has stood the test of time, still utterly infectious and absorbing – a collection of music that captures an era of stripped back, yet captivating sounds. 

10 years since its release, the album is getting the remix treatment and Marc has called in some of the very best in techno talent to give Restore a fresh makeover. The selection of artists who’ve contributed to the ‘Restored’ project includes heavyweights such as Joris Voorn, M.A.N.D.Y. and Popof together with additional reworks from stars of the new generation such as Danny Daze, Julian Jeweil and Harvard Bass, all giving his tracks a new lease of life. In addition, Houle himself has also stepped up to offer a new contemporary take on his own music, collaborating with vocalist Genevieve Marentette on ‘Demor’.

"Restore was the beginning of it all for me.  It was influenced by the sounds of Detroit and the endless parties I went to there in the 90s.  It was my first album and to me it had the perfect balance of darkness, groove and electronic sounds. 10 years later, I am excited to present Restored with some modern interpretations on old tracks by some friends and colleagues who have kept the party going throughout the world."- Marc Houle

Tracklist:

1.	Marc Houle  - Business (M.A.N.D.Y. Remix)
2.	Marc Houle and Genevieve Marentette - Demor (Edit)
3.	Marc Houle  - Girl One (Cosmic Boys Remix)
4.	Marc Houle  - Pepper (Monkey Safari Remix)
5.	Marc Houle  - Borrowed Gear (Joris Voorn Remix)
6.	Marc Houle  - Talk To Me Baby (Danny Daze Doom Dub) 
7.	Marc Houle  - Clock Width  (Havard Bass Remix)	
8.	Marc Houle  - Late For Work (Popof Remix)
9.	Marc Houle  - Coar (Julian Jeweil Remix) 
10.	Marc Houle  - Has To Do (Justin James' 519 Flip)
11.	Marc Houle  - Sheep (Monoloc Remix)

MINUSmin35 : Marc Houle - Girl One (Cosmic Boys Remix)

Bandcamp

Rider

This track is supported by more than 100 DJs.

AFRAID OF ROBOTS TYPE 3   FACTORY MIX

Axis

Cassy's next appearance is on fledgling label Echoe and she joins an all-star cast of ladies to provide a remix of Francesca Lombardo's 'Remembrance'.

She joins the likes of La Fleur, Jade and Laura Jones who have all turned in amazing re-imaginings of the original, but here we concentrate on Cassy's remix and we have the exclusive premiere.

Cassy's remix is a deep, brooding and completely compelling techno roller, one that twinkles with a transcendental glow. This one's geared to give you goosebumps from head-to-toe and it sums up exactly why we love her so much. Check it.

More exclusive music

Premiere: Francesca Lombardo 'Remembrance' (Cassy Remix)

Long time Minus artist Jon Gaiser is back with his fourth studio album - III. 

Throughout his career, Jon Gaiser has been synonymous with forward thinking techno and sensory stimulating live audio visual shows. Mixing up both analogue and digital recording techniques, his abstract music never fails to be both cerebral and cinematic as well as fresh and physical, never ceasing to place you right in the centre of his own special universe.

Since 2014’s ‘False Light’, Jon has continued to headline shows around the world, while constantly producing new material to test in his live sets. Always evolving whilst remaining true to his singular vision for techno, this trained percussionist and skilled drummer once again confounds expectation with his latest opus.

When all the tracks here are added together into one musical experience, it makes for a fluid, expertly programmed ride that takes you somewhere new and exciting, as is always the case with the one and only Gaiser.

MINUS164 - F2 - Gaiser - On the Way

MINUS164 - B2 - Gaiser - Facefall

Joran van Pol is back on Minus with Edge, a fantastic four track EP that is his first on the label since 2013. In the years since, the Amsterdam based artist has set up his own FADE label and has continued to evolve his cinematic techno sound. 

Previously, van Pol has also released on labels like Rejected, SCI+TEC and Ideal Audio, and has the support of all the big techno players who often reach for his tunes in their sets. As a DJ he is just as in demand, with headline slots everywhere from Space Ibiza to Time Warp all behind him. Having recently set up a new studio, he is still coming on strong with fresh inspiration and ever more essential grooves. 

‘Illos’ opens things with seven spooky minutes of icy techno. Rolling rubbery drums pump away below, and the details up top make for an evocative soundscape with distant industrial sounds, groaning bass and razor sharp hi hats all filling your mind with imagery. Next comes title track ‘Edge’, another brilliant sonic landscape with tense chords repeating over ticking percussion. It’s a track that builds tension throughout, and keeps you looking over your shoulder into the eerie blackness. 

The perfectly high pressure ‘Return’ is one that locks you in and never lets up, with warped synths snaking above traintrack like drums and hits. A dark, rumbling bassline and the sounds of pistons releasing air all add to the intensity of this brain-melting bit of futuristic techno. 

Last but not least, ‘Frostbite’ is then the most spacious and spooky offering of the lot. It has freaky alien sound designs scattered around the track with supple kicks driving the whole thing forwards. It’s an absorbing cut that hurries along and takes you for a thrilling ride. 

These are four more inventive techno tracks from one of the contemporary scene’s brightest stars.

Edge

MINUS165 - A1 - Joran van Pol - Illos

RELEASE DATE 2018-01-26
https://goo.gl/AJa6M8

Metodi Hristov - Ethereal (Original Mix) [Set About] PREVIEW

Out now on Beatport
http://bit.ly/MOOD051

Following their epic 50th release – a supersized remix bundle, repurposing label boss Nicole Moudaber and Carl Cox’s ‘See You Next Tuesday’ from the likes of Danny Tenaglia, Solardo and many more – MOOD return with a sterling technoid schooling from a modern day French master.

With over a decade of releases to his name, Parisian Popof is no stranger to the dark art of the dancefloor. Here he makes his MOOD debut with three timeless constructions; ‘Confusion’ takes the lead with a deep pneumatic driving groove, nerve-tingling acid bubbles and bass cannon blasts that sweep you off your feet. It’s backed by ‘Alone In The Dark’ a warped and wonderful weave of palpitating textures and a stripped back hook that writhes with a minimal charm that glistens in the shadows.

Finally we’re bid au revoir with a slinkier side to his sonic spirit as ‘Twilight’ takes a bumping, rolling house groove and switches up into an intense acid jam that rises and rises with unabashed abandon. Thank you Popof…. Confusion has never felt so crystal clear.

MOOD051 3. POPOF - Twilight

Buy On Beatport

[SUARA213] Hobo - Woozy (Original Mix) Snippet

Umek' Hell Yeah (DJ Mix)

Umek' Hell Yeah (Continuous DJ Mix)

Dave Simon - Slugging

bandcamp: https://tinyurl.com/y2xpzel5
juno: https://tinyurl.com/yyjkbf7c
decks: https://tinyurl.com/y38vz9oo
deejay: https://tinyurl.com/y2j336nt
hhv: https://tinyurl.com/y5bf7ep8
-
A1 DJOKO - Why Should I Care
A2 DJOKO - Loser
B1 Júlio Cruz - Stay Away
B2 Júlio Cruz - In My Arms
-
Limited to 300. Vinyl only.
-
@djokocologne 
@juliocruz1

buy 12"

HGC001: DJOKO & Júlio Cruz(snippets)

Reset Robot - My Son Is A Fish Finger [Truesoul]

What’s Up Desert Hearts Family,

This week we present to you our annual Family & Friends Compilation.

Volume 4 has track from homies from all over the world like Tini Gessler, Jesse Perez, Beth Lydi, and Alan Nieves; as well as a lot of our own homegrown talents like Kevin Anderson, Mitch Dodge, and Memo Rex. 

It’s incredibly rewarding for us to see what we’ve built reach into the far corners of the globe and be connected by the music we love.

We hope you enjoy Volume 4 of our Family & Friends Compilation as much as we enjoyed putting it together!

House, Techno, Love… We Are All Desert Hearts.

MINUSmin35 : Marc Houle - Girl One (Cosmic Boys Remix)

FROM OUR MINDS

Recent comments

Heiko Neumann aka Bonsopat

Nacho Arce

FULLALUV

Seraphyne ✸

Related tracks