Back to Basics by Heanig is a minimalist voyage that distills the essence of techno and house into its purest form. With an unwavering focus on rhythm and subtle tonal shifts, Heanig crafts a track that feels both timeless and fresh. The intro introduces a deep, resonating kick drum, setting the tone with a steady pulse. Sparse percussive elements slowly build, bringing in sharp claps and light hi-hat patterns, while a throbbing bassline anchors the composition. A filtered synth line glides in and out, adding texture without overwhelming the atmosphere. There’s an infectious groove that drives the track forward, creating an almost hypnotic effect. With every beat and bar, Back to Basics emphasizes the beauty of simplicity, making it a true ode to the roots of minimalism in electronic music.

Back to Basics

Heanig’s Sirius Starchild EP takes listeners on an intergalactic journey through hypnotic rhythms and ethereal atmospheres. With a name inspired by the Sirius star system, the EP pulses with cosmic energy, combining minimalist techno and deep house elements. Each track evokes a sense of expansive space, drawing upon subtle melodic textures and resonating basslines that feel like the heartbeat of distant planets.

The opening track sets the tone with a deep, atmospheric introduction, its rolling bass and fluttering percussion transporting the listener to the outer reaches of the galaxy. The synths glide effortlessly through each soundscape, creating a sense of weightlessness and mystery. As the EP unfolds, Heanig showcases his signature style — stripped-down beats, intricate sound design, and a sense of progression that’s both subtle and captivating. The Sirius Starchild EP is a smooth, meditative experience, grounded in rhythm while exploring the vastness of sound, a true sonic voyage that invites listeners to drift into the stars."

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Zero force is created with a dub techno vibe and  focuses on stripped-back rhythms, deep bass, and spacious soundscapes—creating a sense of weightlessness.

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The inspiration to create this EP started on my bike. A lot of the time when I am on my bike I see the city scene as a part of a movie I'm in.

Imagine cycling through a grey, foggy city, the air cool and damp against my face. The world around me is softened, blurred by the thick fog, and everything feels muted, as if the city is holding its breath. The towering buildings loom like silhouettes, their outlines barely visible through the mist, giving the streets an eerie quietness, broken only by the rhythmic hum of your bicycle tires on the wet pavement. (and the rattle of an old chain)

As I pedal through the narrow cobbled streets, I pass by closed cafés with fogged-up windows and flickering streetlights casting weak halos through the haze. The occasional sound of distant footsteps echoes in the distance, as pedestrians wrapped in scarves and coats move slowly, their movements shrouded by the fog. Cars move cautiously, their headlights piercing the mist like weak beacons.

The trees lining the streets, their bare branches reaching into the grey sky, appear ghostly. Leaves, wet and heavy, hang from the limbs, adding to the sense of stillness in the air. The canals that runs through the city, hidden behind a wall of fog, mirrors the quiet calm of the city—its surface smooth and reflective, disturbed only by the occasional ripple of a passing boat, early tourists or cyclist.

I cycle past old brick buildings with ivy creeping up their walls, the colors of the bricks subdued by the fog. The fog swirls around the edges of windows, and you catch glimpses of life inside—faint shadows moving behind curtains, dim lights flickering on and off as people go about their quiet morning routines.

The city feels almost timeless, like it’s holding a secret that only those who are awake in the stillness of the morning can understand. The sound of your bike’s wheels on the pavement and your steady breathing are the only things that anchor you in this tranquil, dreamlike version of the city.

As I pass through the heart of the city, you catch the occasional glimpse of life: a barista opening the café door, steam rising from a cup of coffee in a passerby’s hand, the faint chatter of people talking quietly in the distance. The city moves slowly in the fog, each person a part of this serene, quiet symphony—a delicate dance of life within the embrace of the mist.

The fog wraps around everything, diffusing the light, making the world feel smaller and more intimate. Everything is blurred, yet somehow clearer in its stillness, and I find myself lost in the beauty of the moment, cycling through the grey, foggy city where the ordinary becomes extraordinary.

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Ah, acid techno from the 90s! That was a defining era for electronic music, and acid techno, in particular, has a special place in the hearts of many fans of underground dance music.

Acid techno is a subgenre of techno that emerged in the late 1980s and early 1990s, heavily influenced by the "acid house" sound. The defining feature of acid techno is the iconic 303 bassline—a squelchy, resonant, almost "acidic" sound created using the Roland TB-303 synthesizer. This synth gave rise to the distinctive, hypnotic, and trippy sound that became a hallmark of acid techno.

Some key elements of 90s acid techno include:

    The Roland TB-303: This iconic synthesizer was the heart of acid techno, capable of creating the "acid" sound with its unique filter and modulation effects.
    Repetitive, hypnotic rhythms: The tracks often had a steady, driving beat with looping, evolving basslines and melodies that could keep people dancing for hours.
    Psychedelic influences: The genre’s sound was deeply influenced by the psychedelic movement, leading to trippy, mind-bending tracks that had a bit of an experimental vibe.
    Underground culture: Acid techno thrived in underground rave scenes, often in illegal warehouse parties or clubs. The music was a direct response to the commercialized side of mainstream electronic music.

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Heanig is the artistic moniker of Joost van der Meer, a Dutch-based artist known for his contributions to the minimalistic techno and dub techno genre. His work is characterized by trancelike rhythms, drones, and vibey synths, creating a meditative, trance-like experience. Heanig's tempo typically stays around 120 BPM, and all sounds are played live.

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