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Luigi Madonna returns to Drumcode a year after his superb single ‘Primo’ using familiar hooks, huge stabs and monstrous drums that storm across the dance floor which, are common with Mr Madonna. The hard hitting raw vibe of this EP gives Luigi an edge, with fluttering high’s and saturated lows, Luigi’s tracks are a mainstay in all DJ sets. The EP encompasses different emotions throughout that can be felt within the track ‘Singer One’, offering a more mellow side to Luigi’s already expansive catalogue.

Luigi Madonna - Unconditional Beauty - Drumcode - DC135

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"Young artist Charlotte de Witte continues to bolster a credible catalogue of tough, no-nonsense Techno with the introduction of her second solo EP for Tiga’s extolled Turbo Recordings. 

With a recent nod from Alan Fitzpatrick who included her Weltschmerz (Melodic Theme) in his recent Fabric mix she is an artist with a penchant for dark and moody atmospherics. Now - after her inclusion in the recent 12-track VA on Suara - the previously gold-selling Ghentian producer follows up her collaboration with Oscar & The Wolf and her first solo EP on London’s Bad Life with Sehnsucht: a bold four-track record packed with burly kick drums, steely synth tones and hypnotic vocal sampling primed for discerning big-room crowds. Also included in the package is a ruthless remix from Suara boss Coyu.

The title track is an apocalyptic march propelled by a purposeful kick and an unapologetic clap that keeps the pressure up throughout before ‘My Feeling’ lays a circling, hypnotic vocal over scuttling claps and luminous, flashing hi hats. 

Coyu then steps in with his take on ‘My Feeling’, pushing it into overdrive and marrying brash, white-noise snare drums with shuddering hats and vocal snippets. 

‘Enough’ then sets sharp drums knocking against cold and capacious textures before a disquieting and arresting vocal suffuses the track to stunning effect. ‘Den Ganzen Abend’ then brings the record to a sinister close as a pellucid German vocal sample is set creeping over an ineffably weighty low-end sitting it comfortably on the floor of Berghain and capping off another coup for a consistently reliable label and an artist firmly on her ascent."

"Sehnsucht describes a deep emotional state and is translated as 'longing', 'pining', 'yearning', or 'craving' or in a wider sense a type of 'intensely missing'. It represents thoughts and feelings about all facets of life that are unfinished or imperfect, paired with a yearning for ideal alternative experiences."

Played/Supported by: Len Faki, Shadow Child, Jackmaster, Eats Everything, Tiga, Andre Crom, Junior Sanchez, Digitalism, Dense & Pika, Maceo Plex, Anja Schneider, Truncate, Huxley + more

Release date: June 10th, 2016

Tracklist:

A1 Sehnsucht
A2 My Feeling
B1 Enough
B2 Den Ganzen Abend
DX1 Sehnsucht (Melodic Theme)
DX2 My Feeling (Coyu Remix)

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Sehnsucht (Original Mix)

Adam Beyer’s Drumcode juggernaut attracts more fans and critical plaudits with each passing year. Holding firm on its future facing ethos, techno’s number one label presents a new volume in its acclaimed A-Sides series with 20 prime tracks to signify its 20th anniversary. 

Such is the volume of quality music Adam Beyer receives throughout the course of the year, releasing all of it would be impossible. Enter the blue chip A-Sides series: a chance for the quality-obsessive label head to issue a collection of outstanding tracks that couldn’t fit in their regular EP release schedule. 

With an eye on future talent, as much as the label’s established roster of heavy-hitters, the compilation showcases the full breadth of Drumcode’s multifaceted techno sound, equal parts inspiring and functional. 

Led by the stealth techno funk of ‘Nine of You’, Beyer’s deft collaboration with Mark Reeve, the compilation takes in exciting highlights from big guns such as Alan Fitzpatrick, Dustin Zahn, Bart Skils, Pleasurekraft, Luca Agnelli, Jay Lumen, Kaiserdisco and Gary Beck. 

The rich vein of form displayed by emerging techno talent is similarly given prime position. Rising DJ/producer Boxia makes his Drumcode debut, fresh from a well-received warm up set for the crew at the hugely successful Junction 2 festival in London, while the likes of Enrico Sangiuliano, Juan Sanchez, Ian O’Donovan and Timmo also drop fire, establishing their credentials as some of the most promising talent breaking through the ranks in 2016. 

Reinforcing the global scope of the label, artists such as The Junkies from Toronto and Layton Giordani from New York, prove techno is winning a place in the heart of the new generation of artists coming out of North America. 

Secret Cinema & Egbert – Maximaal - Drumcode - DC159

"Dual" appears on "Dual E.P."
Release date all stores and streaming services: September 26, 2016
Label: Abzolut / Cat # ABZ114

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Abzolut press release:

Koen Groeneveld's 'Dual E.P.' is an ode to his favorite female singer Dua Lipa.
But let us just forget about that and talk about these 2 banging Techno tracks on this E.P.
'Dual' is a dirty little conga groove delivering roof raising breaks and drops that will put a smile on every underground lover's face without any doubt. 
'Hovering' on the other hand is a bit rougher cut though, filled with dark synths, moody pads and uplifting sound effects. 
Another killer release from Koen. Nuff said.

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Koen Groeneveld - Dual

Now in its second decade, with a steady stream of the most forward thinking and cutting edge techno productions, Drumcode has one of the biggest selections of releases from industry heavy hitters, whilst not forgetting its future by bringing the newest talented producers into the limelight, where Layton Giordani is now a name firmly within that line up.

The New York born, but now EU based producer first had recognition back in 2014, and his debut release came via Drumcode with his track “Rivington” on the A-Sides Vol5 compilation in 2016. 

Consisting of 12 original tracks, the album packs a punch when it comes to no-nonsense techno. Successfully weaving relentless drums and catchy vocal hooks into a selection of thick, brooding, atmospheric tracks.

Layton Giordani - Euphoria - Drumcode - DC170

@PaulaCazenave / @CombineAudio / @Gayle-San

http://deathtechno.com/2017/07/12/dtp-paula-cazenave-crickets-on-crack/

Paula Cazenave is one of Spain’s leading ladies, jet setting around the world and gracing line-ups with the likes of Carl Cox, Ben Sims, Dave Clarke, Chris Liebing, Jeff Mills, The Advent and Oscar Mulero, that is just simply scratching the surface.

Paula together with the iconic Gayle San, who has released on her own ‘GSR’ to Phobiq, Naked Lunch and Cari Lekebusch’s H-Productions, have launched their new project and collaboration known as Combine Audio.

The launch release begins with a back to back original track selection that sums up the ethos of the label and what is expected to come in the near future with following releases.

The track we selected for this DT:Premiere is from Paula called “Crickets On Crack” that begins with one of the chunkiest beats this side of the hemisphere. Pure groove fuel for any DJ looking to light up faces on the dancefloor, the edgy, acid-licked lead synths lash the track into shape and seal the deal as this monster grows larger and larger with every listen.

LABEL: Combine Audio

CAT#: COMBINE001
ARTIST: Gayle San / Paula Cazenave
TITLE: Fuse ON EP

FORMAT: Digital

RELEASED: 17 July 2017

01. Gayle San – Deploy
02. Paula Cazenave – Crickets On Crack

Fuse ON EP

DT:Premiere

DT:Premiere | Paula Cazenave - Crickets On Crack [Combine Audio]

Stephen's Keys EP

Punk (Mark Broom Remix)

Adam Beyer’s Drumcode is growing from strength to strength, year after year, with a non-stop release schedule showcasing both the labels new and most established artists with cutting edge techno beats. After 20 years since its inception, Drumcode continues to push the boundaries, firmly grounding their position as the world’s No.1 techno label.

Drumcode’s youngest rising star, Layton Giordani, exploded on to the scene after his debut album “Where It Begins” back in February, after scoring some of the biggest festivals in Europe this summer, he now returns with an exciting collab titled “Live Again”.

NY born and bred, Danny Tenaglia has always been a true inspiration for Layton since his teenage years, so when the opportunity to collaborate with the fellow NY legend was on the cards, it was a dream come true.

Danny and Layton join forces for the lead track ‘Live Again’. Its deep and dark with a slowly building pad wrapping around a modulating synthetic hook. The dark and effected vocal echo takes the track into a hypnotic vibe.

‘Take It Back’ delivers a pumping drive the moment it fires up. Snapping percussive force and an infectious rhythmic groove will unhinge dance floors nationwide, whilst ‘Secrets of Vibration’ has a rattling, yet blistering low end presence to it.

The New Yorkers unite on this energetic and exciting collab.

Layton Giordani - Secrets Of Vibration - Drumcode - DC180

Following on from his debut EP on Drumcode earlier this year, Ilario Alicante returns with a generous 6-tracker.

Ilario Alicante - Third Eye - Drumcode - DC183

Brothers Harvey and Ryan McKay return to Drumcode with their dynamic Alias project.

We were introduced to Alias last year when the McKay brothers dropped the impact-heavy ‘Visions’ EP mid-way through 2017. The duo followed with a lauded contribution for Drumcode Live and the buzz from fans was palpable. The follow up sees the pair in powerhouse form. 

The title track ‘NRG’ is an attitude-packed tour de force; compromised of aggressive snares, warped vocals and a tension-filled break, it has been smashed by Adam Beyer for the last six months. ‘Orange Sunshine’ pulls no punches as it dishes out apocalyptic acid paired with the sibling’s startling drum work. ‘The Event’ rounds out the EP and is an exhilarating affair propelled by uplifting synth lines and a buzzing energetic bassline.

Alias - NRG - Drumcode - DC189

Artist: Brennen Grey
Track: Through the Lens
Label: Intec
Release: March 2018
Brennen sended a download link!: hypeddit.com/track/r5a5kt

Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RiWBWok2EE
Live experience at Loveland 2017: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x5Qdi3xe8FM

Brennen Grey - Through the Lens (BG's Opus - It's a Fine Day Live Edit)

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‘Acid Party’ is the new single from Christophe Monier’s leftfield techno and acid house project, The Micronauts. The lead single from his forthcoming studio album, it drops this June with remixes from Red Axes,  Luigi Rocca and this techno thumper from Luca Agnelli.

Out 22 June: http://smarturl.it/tic15

Premiere | The Micronauts - Acid Party (Luca Agnelli Remix)

Spektre are back on home turf once again, with a sinister two-tracker.

'Carnival Of Souls' sets the scene with the relentless bang of their trademark heavy kick drum. Opening with a dark and eerie atmosphere that appropriately matches the title, the lead synths develop into uplifting euphoria, as the tracks mood transforms in the breakdown.

Second of the two original tracks 'Land Of Strays' has a building tension with fluttering synths. The powerful vocal also lifts the track and provides great contrast with the growling tones of the ominous bassline. Undeniably a peak time cut of dancefloor focused techno, this is a spark to light anyone's fire.

Track three is SAMA's remix of 'Carnival Of Souls' which is a refined version of the original with the addition of his own grinding bass stabs and thinned kick drum to allow more focus on the synth parts. Keeping all of the originals energy, it has all of the same charm but with added depth for those who like things a touch deeper.

Finishing the EP is D-Unity's remix of 'Land Of Strays' and stripping away many of the originals synths it's a percussion lead alternate version. Using the vocal and only short bursts of synths, this darker version has more ferocity to it, and will no doubt be a favourite with those who play a harder style of techno.

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Spektre - Carnival Of Souls

Slam | Archive Edits Vol.1 | @Soma Records
Damon Wild | Rotary [Slam Archive Edit] 
[SOMA525D]

Slam present a brand new series of releases inspired by crate digging through their very own record collection entitled ‘Archive Edits’.

After last years Soma Track Series came to a close, the prolific Glaswegian duo have now tapped into their immense and diverse record collection, carefully selecting specific tracks from their archives with a series of reworks and re-edits that have sound tracked their dynamic DJ sets of late.
 
Providing some insight into the vision for the project, Slam’s Stuart McMillan said, 'The tracks chosen are not only ones that we think have stood the test of time but are ones that we might not always have necessarily played at the time and somehow have a relevance now. Some are well known with Techno enthusiasts, some are not. We've collected a lot of records throughout the years and it has been insightful to look back and choose certain tracks, not only to gain inspiration from, but also to create something new and add elements that make them work for us in our DJ sets now".

Mastered By Conor Dalton @ http://www.glowcast.co.uk/

Damon Wild - Rotary (Slam Archive Edit) (Soma525d)

Pan-Pot - Funke

Oh no, Oh no, it is happening - hold your horses, start your last dance. Canadian national, Berlin based, Weska has created a Stellar tidal disruption. This 4 tracker is meant for ravers who want to experience spaghettification at it's finest.

This is Filth on Acid NOW!

Weska - Stellar Tidal Disruption

Weska - Stellar Tidal Disruption (Original Mix)

Solid Buzz EP

Solid Buzz

Industrialyzer - Solid Buzz

Back Into Consciousness EP

Spektre - Back Into Consciousness (Original Mix)

Another Dimension EP

From Another Dimension

Reforms EP

Transient (Coyu Raw Mix)

Hi, hope you enjoy my selfmade music, live-sets & dj-sets.... that’s coming soon... Music is life!

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