URANNIA & Dare U - Eclipse EP [HIA21]

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Hiato Music presents its new release "Eclipse", a cosmic collaboration between talented artists URANNIA and Dare U, with a stellar remix from producer ATTMA.

Inspired by the natural phenomenon of eclipse, where the sun and moon meet in a celestial embrace, Dare U and URANNIA have joined forces to create a musical masterpiece that captures the magic of this ephemeral moment. "Eclipse" is an original track that combines a captivating melodic break with an electrifying drop that promises to give you goosebumps on the dance floor. According to URANNIA, "the idea was precisely to make our sounds and ideas fit together perfectly, as happens in Eclipse. We wanted something unique and with a striking break where the melody of this moment in the track represented the exact moment in which the Moon and Sun meet ."

While the duo collaborates on the original track, ATTMA adds his unique vision to the story, transforming it with his exceptional remix.

Hiato Music invites you to embark on this astral journey.

Eclipse (ATTMA Remix)

URANNIA & Dare U - Eclipse (ATTMA Remix)

Eclipse (Original Mix)

URANNIA, Dare U - Eclipse (Original Mix)

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Hiato Music is thrilled to present the label's first VA of 2024, Portal.  An exciting compilation that plunges listeners into a kaleidoscopic journey through the world of melodic techno.

"Portal" is a compilation of emerging artists in the global melodic techno scene, bringing an immersive blend of sounds and styles. Featuring a carefully curated selection of tracks from some of the most promising talents in the scene, this VA is a true celebration of diversity and innovation in electronic music.

Among the artists who contributed to "Portal" are some established members of the Hiato family, such as the talented Lökust, Alessio Pennati, and Mariz. Additionally, the VA also features new talents joining the Hiato roster, including Acrobatik, Benicci, MIKAA, Law of Physics and  Ed Lopes, as well as the already familiar players in the international market like  Mandraks and DJ Murphy. And let's not forget the thrilling worldwide debut of artists like Vemativ and Lead United, who bring a fresh perspective and energy to the musical landscape.

With expert curation by BLANCAh, the tracks on this VA are perfect for bringing energy and vibrancy to DJs' sets worldwide.

Portal V.A.

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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. 

Jay Lumen - Horizon - Drumcode - DC159

In  many  ways,  it’s  difficult  to  believe  Wehbba  only  dropped  his  first  full-length  EP  on  Drumcode  this  year.  Released  in  February,  the  four-tracker  ‘Eclipse’  was  a  monster  statement  piece  of  the  Brazilian’s  talents  and  followed  on  superbly  from  ‘Fake’,  his  contribution  to  last  year’s  A-Sides  Vol.6  –  inarguably  one  of  the  biggest  tracks  on  the  compilation.  With  the  confirmation  that  Wehbba  will  take  part  in  Drumcode’s  Off  Week  party  in  Barcelona,  followed  by  the  brand’s  takeover  of  Resistance  in  Ibiza,  it’s  indisputable  proof  that  his  crisp,  chord-driven  take  on  techno  has  become  a  vital  component  to  the  expansive  palette  of  sound  Adam  Beyer  has  drawn  for  the  label  in  2018  and  beyond.    

‘Catarse’  marks  the  rapid-fire  follow-up  from  the  prolific  producer.  Opening  with  the  eerie  ‘She  Lost  Control’,  Wehbba  says  he  took  inspiration  from  the  Joy  Division  track  of  almost  the  same  name  (‘She’s  Lost  Control’),  but  instead  of  crafting  the  dense  sonic  atmosphere  with  vocals,  he  employs  an  analogue  kick  drum  and  stealth-like  moog  bass  with  dramatic  results.  ‘Process’  follows,  a  cut  which  begun  as  a  cover  jam  of  Laurent  Garnier’s  ‘Crispy  Bacon’and  ends  up  incorporating  the  cut-up  vocals  of  legendary  minimal  composer  Steve  Reich,  who  is  one  of  Wehbba’s  chief  inspirators.  The  resulting  track  is  an  ice-cool  percussive  work  that’s  rich  in  dancefloor  functionalism.  The  title  track  will  befamiliar  to  many  who  follow  Drumcode  Radio,  a  goose-bump  inducing  highlight  of  Beyer’s  DCR392  at  Awakenings  in  Eindhoven,  ‘Catarse’  is  driven  by  a  memorable  melodic  riff  resplendent  in  90’s  techno  euphoria.  The  EP  concludes  with  the  terrific  ‘Mind  Awake’,  a  powerful  concoction  of  reverb  heavy  basslines  and  glitchy  effects,  that’s  been  thoroughly  road  tested  by  both  Beyer  and  Wehbba  and  kicks  like  a  rodeo  bull.

Wehbba - Process - Drumcode - DC192

The seventh volume of Drumcode’s annual A-Sides compilation hits with no less than 10 debuts for the label, with Charlotte de Witte, ANNA, B.Traits and Scuba’s SCB project, among the collection of topline artists to release their maiden productions on the imprint. 

Over two decades into its lifespan, Drumcode keeps evolving and excelling, pushing techno forward while remaining wholly respectful of its roots. This reputation for progression was further fueled this summer with its inaugural festival at the NDSM Docklands in Amsterdam, featuring a long list of heavyweights including Nicole Moudaber, Joseph Capriati, Amelie Lens and Ida Engberg, among others. 

As ever, the A-Sides compilation provides a timely opportunity to showcase the full range of its sonic repertoire, with Adam Beyer scrupulously selecting 22 unreleased tracks that have taken prime position in his sets over recent months. 

Outstanding all-round talent ANNA kicks off the compilation with ‘Portable Paradise’, a pulsating cut that sets the tone for the top-shelf club cuts to follow. Also entering the debut field with their first ever Drumcode dalliances are B.Traits and Charlotte de Witte. The esteemed Canadian selector offers up ‘I Feel The Music’, a euphonic track that’s been sought after since spring, and the Belgian ballista unlocks a thick-edged club bomb in ‘Remember.’

Leaders of Drumcode’s new brigade, exciting Brazilian Wehbba and British techno alchemist Boxia set out to impress. Wehbba’s straight-talking ‘Just’ hits with an immediate sense of urgency before neck-snap claps strike with force, and Boxia’s ‘Final Call’ elicits physical engagement with mellifluous vocals and soaring pads. 

Continuously looking to bolster the profiles of emerging talent, Berlin-based producers Weska and Juliet Fox are brought into the fold with equally engaging razor-sharp tracks that are primed to do lasting damage. 

Other notable highlights include an exhilarating workout from Reset Robot - the most released artist on Beyer’s imprint Truesoul – as he lands on Drumcode for the first time. And tastemaker’s favourite Jel Ford makes a welcome return as he ushers in techno rhythms with bustling breaks in ‘Nightshade.’

Elsewhere, support from label mainstays comes in from Bart Skils, who offers a work of consummate skill in ‘West Of The Moon.’ Alan Fitzpatrick, who’s been heavily featured across the A-Side series, joins forces with Scuba as he operates as his uncompromising alias SCB. The result is a propulsive floor-gripper that testifies to their masterful deftness as co-producers. Formidable duos Dense & Pika and Pig&Dan also contribute with powerful compositions.

Jay Lumen - Stella Luce - Drumcode - DC195

Committed to being a beacon of innovation giving a voice to talented artists and providing unique sonic experiences, this is Hiato Music. We constantly search for visionary artists who dare to challenge conventions by expressing themselves through their music.

At Hiato Music, curation is an act of love, and BLANCAh is the guardian of this process. The renowned Brazilian DJ and producer is not just a central figure on our label; she is the soul that brings our musical journey to life. With a keen eye and a keen ear, BLANCAh carefully chooses the artists and tracks that are part of our catalogue. Each release is an authentic expression of her passion for quality electronic music, and this is reflected in every beat, melody and note we share with the world.

In addition to her brilliant career, BLANCAh is driven by an inherent desire to pave the way for young talent. She believes in the power of mentoring and supports emerging artists by offering them a platform to showcase their creative potential. It is through this collaboration that we see the future of electronic music taking shape, and BLANCAh leads this movement with dedication.

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URANNIA, Dare U - Eclipse (Original Mix)

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