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We’ve got another funk soaked techno groove to round off a solid week of new music on Four Four. Chlär steps up to remix Alec Dienaar on Deadline Records, and the Swiss groove maestro is once again proving that he is one of the most clinical and prolific techno producers on the planet right now.

Deadline Records present their first EP as a label following, a strong debut VA with tracks from The Chronics, Nicolas Volger, Specific Objects and more. The first EP ‘Perpetual Groove’ comes from Alec Dienaar, a fresh new name in the techno scene.

Alec is a young talented producer and DJ based in Utrecht, the Netherlands. His unique style can be described as groovy, funky with an old school touch. You can hear his passion through out his sound as he likes to sample old tracks turning it into a new track. His inspiration comes a lot from the late 90s and early 2000s.

With his groovy percussions, dirty basslines and unique chords, you will he is most definitely setting himself apart from the crowd. Also included are Remixes from Chlär, Hyden, Maxx Rossi and Versus.

Chlär‘s remix is just what you can expect from the Berlin based techno wizz kid. Chlär calls on thriving bass grooves, prickly chord stabs and rolling percussive rhythms. This is proper techno.



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Perpetual Groove EP

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Four Four Premiere: Alec Dienaar - Out Of Print (Chlär Remix)[Deadline Records]

The iconic 6.5-hour BRET closing from the Funk Assault boys is now ready to be listened to all over again. 
6-hours of non-stop, deadly funky goodness 😈
Just how we like it.

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Funk Assault | Vault Sessions VIII, BRET | 05 FEB 2023

Pre-order : https://maisoncloserecords.bandcamp.com/album/mcva005-vol-i-various-artists

Out on May 5th

Maison Close is proud to celebrate its fourth anniversary with the release of its fifth compilation ! Maison Close continues to promote promising artists and to explore new musical horizons, from groovy techno to trance and fast techno, always with the same exigence for quality that has made the label's reputation. The new visual and musical identity of Maison Close marks a natural evolution of the label, which is asserting itself as a major name in the new unbridled electronic music scene.

Mastering : @onl-onl
Artwork : @chienbleustudio

MCVA005 . VOL I

PREMIERE: Ferdinger - Every Friday (The Beat) [MCVA005]

DifferentSound Premiere // SHDW & Obscure Shape

SHDW & Obscure Shape are back with their second EP for 2023, following their debut release on their mothership label From Another Mind. The German duo's latest release, 'Basic Instinct', is a collection of five dancefloor anthems that provide the perfect soundtrack for any moment in a set. The EP features their signature die-cut cover and includes a digital bonus track.

'Basic Instinct' is the 12th installment of their Mutual Rytm label and showcases the pair's exceptional production skills and innovative approach to electronic music, with a mix of old and new school flavors, vivid drum programming, organic percussion and captivating melodic elements. The A-side kicks off with their signature track
'Eraser', which blends crisp drums with warm sub-bass and piercing synth stabs. "Dancer in the Dark" takes a deeper dive into late-night territory, combining lush dub-influenced synths with a rolling acid bassline. "Disturbing Behaviour" closes the A-side and shows why the 303 has become an iconic tool for producers. Despite the sirens dominating around the breakdowns, the simple two-tone acid stab is the defining element of the track, complemented by amen-break leaning drums that hint at a UK rave direction.

The B-side goes in a different direction, with 'Memories of Nobody' taking a filtered and less aggressive approach, as echoing dub pads gather around a growling bassline and kick drum combination, topped off by brushed hats. The EP concludes with 'The Last Seduction', a track that reveals the full organic breadth of the previously hinted at Amen break. The fusion of said amen break with the warmth and
familiarity of waxing and waning pads is reminiscent of the golden days of electronic music.

With its expertly crafted soundscapes and diverse range of styles, 'Basic Instinct' is yet another stunning release from SHDW & Obscure Shape, to be released on 5 May 2023.

Mutual Rytm Bandcamp: https://mutual-rytm.bandcamp.com/

DS Premiere: SHDW & Obscure Shape - Eraser [MR012]

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Artist: Funk Assault
Title: Plant The Floor
Label: Frenzy Recordings
Catalogue: FRNZYVA002
Format: Vinyl 12” & Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: #Techno
Release date: May 5, 2022

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https://www.instagram.com/funkassault/
https://ra.co/dj/alarico/biography
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To shape modern-day sound while paying homage to the old days. An ethos that has always been at the core of Frenzy as a community, event organizer, and record label. Through this second VA release, Frenzy seeks to extend its exploration of the ‘now’ and the ‘then’ with a double vinyl release with no less than 12 tracks representing their trademark sound. Buckle up - it’s time to step into the time machine of speed and light.

The vibey A-side starts with a bang by the dynamic Swiss/Italian duo Funk Assault (Chlär & Alarico) followed by uplifting, lighthearted productions by Amsterdam’s finest Undivulged and Lobster. On the B-side, local talent Levzon kicks it off with a playful melody-led groover, while Nicolas Vogler gets into the rhythmic drums and Ruiz OSC1 delivers an aquatic dub workout.

Heavyweight TWR72 introduces the C-side in full effect with a hypnotic, driving tension builder, followed by a wonky looped-out production by Hemka. Insolate is the perfect final addition to this side with a steady minimalist puncher for the in-between energy shifts. The D-side takes off at stellar speed with Cravo, raising the peak hour pressure. Jannik Abfalg channels the energy to more bright scenery as ANNĒ completes the record in style with a vocal-induced trip through early morning dancefloor freshness.

To go full circle, the release is accompanied by four digital-only bonus tracks by none other than Antic Soul, Edvvin, JSPRV35, and Hyden. Productions balance in-between stripped-down rhythms and heavy-duty rollers, showcasing what Frenzy is all about. The full digital album comes for free with the purchase of the vinyl release.

Stripped-down grooves, varying speeds, pulsating bass lines - this FRNZYVA002 is all killer no filler. Please note that this is a limited edition release that can be ordered via Bandcamp or your favourite record distributors.

Vinyltracks:
A1: Funk Assault - Plant The Floor
A2: Undivulged - L&M
A3: Lobster - Uru

B1: Levzon - Please Come Back
B2: Nicolas Vogler - A Trip To Barramar
B3: Ruiz OSC1 - PHAZE3

C1: TWR72 - Pulsive
C2: Hemka - This Is Freddy
C3: Insolate Manipulation

D1: CRAVO - Arranca
D2: Jannik Aßfalg - Desire
D3: ANNĒ - A Wonder To Behold

Bonustracks:
Bo1: Antic Soul - Nisha
Bo2: Edvvin - Get Down
Bo3: JSPRV35 - Oase
Bo4: Hyden - No Gimmicks

Releasedate: 05-05-2023

Artwork: Studio Être Noir

Frenzy Various Artists II

Plant The Floor

Funk Assault - Plant The Floor

It's release date! Super happy to finish this round of premiering with the most awaited track of the EP.

We are super grateful for all the current support, thank you so much!

That's the Funk Assault

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Funk Assault - That's The Funk Assault [PI01]

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PREMIERE: Benza - Back2 [SMILE007]

Support here: https://nightservicerec.bandcamp.com/album/bailey-ibbs-posture-damage-ep-nsr003

Derby-born and London-based producer Bailey Ibbs returns to his Night Service label with his third release, Posture Damage EP. This time, his energetic brand of techno gains an even more dynamic edge. The journey begins with Make Me Feel, a powerful, percussion driven track that commands the dancefloor with a familiar vocal. Next, Posture Damage brings back a pure, stripped back techno groove, blending sharp percussion with ambiguous sounds. The ASMR-inspired Unsociable Hours adds another layer to the release with its captivating vocal samples and relentless energy. The EP concludes with Posted Up North, a more subdued, loopy number 
that offers an fun and direct finish to the record.

PREMIERE: Bailey Ibbs - Unsociable Hours [NSR003]

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https://primal-instinct.net/shop/soft-power
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In Soft Power, Funk Assault turns their surgical precision toward the invisible forces that shape modern life - control not through force, but through aesthetics, etiquette, and algorithms. Across five tightly woven tracks, the duo dissects how obedience is engineered through desire, conformity, and digital seduction.

From the sterile luxury of Aesthetics of Desire to the algorithmic exhibitionism of Like Me, Watch Me, and the chilling calm of Obedience Spa, this EP is a reflection on how control has evolved -smoother, quieter, but no less powerful. Soft Power invites listeners to dance, reflect, and perhaps notice the strings they didn’t know were there.
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Artist: Funk Assault

Title: Soft Power

Label: Primal Instinct Rec.

Catalogue: PI09

Format: 12" Vinyl

Genre: Electronic

Style: #Techno

Release date: September 05, 2025
Mastering by Charles Accarisi

Artwork based on an idea by Cardle Design, made by Robert Radziejewski


Tracklist:

A1: Aesthetics of Desire
A2: Like Me, Watch Me
B1: Normal Is A Weapon
B2: Obedience Spa
B3: Terms and Conditions

1. Diss-Topia (website exclusive digi bonus)
2. Neo (website exclusive digi bonus)

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Funk Assault - Aesthetics of Desire [PI09]

Minimalism meets intensity. 
Approached with deep kicks and sharp rhythms, the Ep is meant to stir the body and mind into a kinetic sound world.

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