After the great success of Italo Brutalo ́s debutalbum „Heartware“ it was quite obvious to let some of the hottest artists around rework some of the songs.
Kafkactrl, who released some great EPs on Vortex Trax took „You are welcome“ to another – his very own dimension. While the original is quite straight his remix is dominated by electro beats paired with his stunning micro editing.
„Reach Horizon“ has been remixed by CYRK, who are without any doubts one of the best live acts these days.
Mufti from Mexico made a very dancefloor-ish remix out of „Dream Machine“, which will be heard at festivals a lot this summer for sure.
None other than one of the two Slow Motion Label heads, Fabrizio Mammarella, made a great dancefloor version of „Into a sampler“.
South Korean ́s Shubostar created a great cosmic disco remix of „Heat of the Knight“, that can be played any time in a cool DJ set.
Last but not least Italo Brutalo ́s longterm friend Kris Menace turned „Into a Sampler“ into a powerful bass-in- your-face version.
On top of that all Bungalo Disco created very special analog remixed videos of the original videos to complete the audio-visual remix concept of Heartware.

Heartware (Remixes)

Prepare for a sonic journey into the heart of the '80s synthwave resurgence as Italo Brutalo drops his latest maxi single "You Make Me Feel So". This three-track release showcases the artist's ability in melding nostalgic sounds with contemporary beats, promising a feast for both vintage enthusiasts and modern music lovers. It also includes a stunning remix from upcoming star and label colleague Kay-Chi.On top of that all Bungalo Disco created very special videos based on the original Roland TR-707 matrix display to complete the audio-visual concept.

Tracklist:

1. "You Make Me Feel So" (Original Mix): Immerse yourself in the infectious groove of the original mix, where Italo Brutalo skillfully utilizes iconic machines like the modded Roland TR-707 for drums, the Roland W-30 and Juno-106 for lush arpeggios and samples and the Akai MPC2000 for rhythmic precision.

2. "You Make Me Feel So" (Kay-Chi Remix): The Kay-Chi remix takes the title track to new heights, infusing it with a contemporary edge. Expect a fresh perspective on the original, enhanced by the iconic Kay-Chi style.

3. "Diaphone": "Diaphone" introduces a captivating divergence, incorporating the distinctive tones of the Roland Jupiter-6 and a palette of '80s effects machines such as the Ibanez Delay, Roland Tape Delay and Alesis Nanoverb. Italo Brutalo weaves a sonic tapestry that transcends time, merging vintage charm with modern production finesse.

Vintage Machines, Modern Magic: Italo Brutalo's commitment to authenticity shines through in his meticulous use of classic gear. The Roland W-30 and Akai MPC3000 lay the foundation, providing rhythmic backbone and textural richness. The Roland Jupiter-6 infuses the tracks with its unmistakable bass sequences while the Juno-106 contribute to the lush, analog atmospheres.
Time-Tested Effects: The maxi single's sonic landscape is further enriched by the dreamy ambiance of old- school effects machines. The Ibanez Delay adds a touch of nostalgia, the Roland Tape Delay creates expansive sonic landscapes and the Alesis Nanoverb brings a subtle yet immersive dimension to the mix.

"You Make Me Feel So" is available on bandcamp from November 24th. Italo Brutalo invites listeners to embark on this retro-futuristic adventure, where each track is a testament to the artist's ability to bridge the gap between the past and the present. Don't miss the chance to experience the magic of "You Make Me Feel So" and dive into the timeless sounds of Italo Brutalo.

You make me feel so

It all started with trying to sell an old 16-track Fostex reel-to-reel machine online. After several people showed interest i wanted to check everything of the machine to clarify it ́s fully functional. I put it on the floor, a TR-808 and an old Mackie 1604 next to it and started testing all channels. After a while i put a Sequential Pro-One next to the three on the floor. Then a SH-101 plus some effect units. After three days of recording four of the jams made it on this EP. Have fun with them!

LOut now on @bungalo-disco

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Hardware Jams - Part 01

Vintage synth fetishist Italo Brutalo brings you his superb sophomore album Second Horizon, released 29th May on his and his girlfriend very own Bungalo Disco label. The German producer possesses an incredible armoury of retro analogue synths, and he certainly knows how to use them. And push them to their limits. Congratulations, listener. You are about to step into an alternate electronic universe.

Kicking off with City Sight, every synth is a joy. Warm tones, clear, crisp symbols and snares. A beautiful melody intertwined with acid tweaks and dreamy vocoder vocals, sounding almost more keys than voice. And that 80s drum machine line. There are five different decades where this modern classic would feel right at home.

You want it darker? Here comes Memory Sync, bursting through your loading screen like an end of level baddy. Press ‘play’ and you will know exactly what I mean. The hi hat and kick drum pattern on Digital Freedom is to die for, the acid bass and Italo disco melody giving your day an instant serotonin boost.

Surveillance State kicks the tempo up more than a notch, this eerie 3-D soundscape literally makes you feel as though you are being watched by a Machiavellian force. You can literally feel the paranoia oozing from your speakers. Technology is like a souped-up Kraftwerk 33 played on 45. Close your eyes and imagine stop-frame footage of robots in a car factory. Just brilliant. Heiss Oder Kalt (Hot Or Cold) is a perfect title for this lush mix of warm and cool synths, with a vocal sample reminiscent of a mad scientist.

Chasing Shadows, The first single to be released from Second Horizon, is just damn well exciting. It’s like you’re driving K.I.T.T. on turbo boost, in pursuit of the Midnight Express. Strap yourself in as Italo Brutalo hits the TB-303 button on the console for an acid fuel injection. Just when you thought it couldn’t get better, the joyous robotic vocal kicks in. I dare you to try and stay still whilst Chasing Shadows plays. It’s impossible.

Free To Move takes the tempo down a notch, robotic melodies dancing with each other in beautiful synchronicity, giving life to a beautiful android, leading perfectly into Black Gold, a soundscape rich enough to deserve to grace a Hollywood masterpiece.

Human Code is a perfect companion piece to City Sight. Drop this one in a club and see the reaction. Pure bliss. Then comes dark and sleazy low tempo I am a creator pulls you into the thought process of Italo Brutalo, before Tonight finishes this perfect long player off to a joyous, satisfying conclusion.

Musical visionaries often find it difficult to write that difficult second album. With Second Horizon, Italo Brutalo has brought you an original masterpiece. Enjoy.

Cover Art: Bungalo Disco
Mastering: X at 12inch.Berlin
Laquercut: AB Mastering
Original Photos: Gerald von Foris

Second Horizon

Album info:
Italo Brutalo's longed-for debut album »Heartware« is a 12-track voyage across 25 years of intense synth collecting, fiddling, composing and endless loving for audio synthesis and the art of how robots make human bodies jack. Out now on @bungalo-disco

»Heartware« is amongst CD and tape released in a neat double-vinyl gatefold package presenting the concept and machines involved in its making, including a twelve-page booklet featuring Italo Brutalo's key
pieces of gear.

Buy Link:
https://italobrutalo.bandcamp.com/album/heartware

Social Media:
instagram.com/italobrutalo
facebook.com/italobrutalo
instagram.com/bungalo_disco
facebook.com/bungalodisco

Heartware

Nobody Moves

„Reach Horizon“ has been remixed by CYRK, who are without any doubts one of the best live acts these days.

Reach Horizon (CYRK Remix)

Mufti from Mexico made a very dancefloor-ish remix out of „Dream Machine“, which will be heard at festivals a lot this summer for sure.

Dream Machine (Mufti Remix)

None other than one of the two Slow Motion Label heads, Fabrizio Mammarella, made a great dancefloor version of „Into a sampler“.

Into A Sampler (Fabrizio Mammarella Remix)

South Korean´s Shubostar created a great cosmic disco remix of „Heat of the Knight“, that can be played any time in a cool DJ set.

Heat Of The Knight (Shubostar Remix)

Italo Brutalo´s longterm friend Kris Menace turned „Into a Sampler“ into a powerful bass-in-your-face version.

Into A Sampler (Kris Menace Remix)

This mysterious producer’s music does pretty much what it says on the box… Edgier, harder Italo disco!

So we are presented here with an EP strongly influenced by the synthetic arpeggios, plastic cheesy melodies and disco beats of that infamous genre that filled up dance floors in the 80’s, emptied them in the 90’s and had some kind of revival on the tail of electro clash in the mid 00’s. 
Most probably a generational thing… kids exposed to these sounds in their early years all owned a mac computer with some music package by the time they were teenagers and unsurprisingly went back to the sound they heard while growing up.

But kids of that era also grew up with techno, and house, and maybe had a big brother who liked Donna Summer… And this is where it gets interesting.

Where original Italo Disco could feel quite cheesy and drowned in unnecessary sweet melodies and dodgy vocals, Italo Brutalo’s blend of 80’s disco and synth music is much more futuristic and tongue in cheek, thanks to an obvious techno heritage.

Italo Brutalo doesn’t only own a Mac computer, but also a pretty extensive collection of vintage synthesisers and his music is high energy and yes very synthetic, but it’s also filled with a real love of electronic music and its machines and a passion for the futuristic sounds it blasts out. The result is highly addictive and very powerful.

Opener “Velodrome” and second track “Oggi” are firmly anchored in that italo tradition, boasting a strong 80’s synthetic disco backbone and riding a seriously chunky beat, while the vintages synths weave and unravel a sparkly, psyched out web of melodic sequences and arpeggios.

Third track “Systeria”, while still owing a lot to 80’s synth music, has less of a linear groove and is a bouncier, more syncopated number recalling the more techno and club influences of Italo Brutalo… Leading perfectly to EP closer, Club Bizarre remix of that same track. 
The boys from Metz takes the track for a trip to the basement of a haunted house, where everything is darker, more enigmatic and slower, just like in a dream. Rave music for the living dead, Club Bizarre mix is oppressing and sweaty, like the best of their productions.

Buy @ Beatport

Systeria (Club Bizarre Remix)

Velodrome

Immerse yourself in the infectious groove of the original mix, where Italo Brutalo skillfully utilizes iconic machines like the modded Roland TR-707 for drums, the Roland W-30 and Juno-106 for lush arpeggios and samples and the Akai MPC2000 for rhythmic precision.

You Make Me Feel So (Original Mix)

"Diaphone" introduces a captivating divergence, incorporating the distinctive tones of the Roland Jupiter-6 and a palette of '80s effects machines such as the Ibanez Delay, Roland Tape Delay and Alesis Nanoverb. Italo Brutalo weaves a sonic tapestry that transcends time, merging vintage charm with modern production finesse.

Diaphone

The Kay-Chi remix takes the title track to new heights, infusing it with a contemporary edge. Expect a fresh perspective on the original, enhanced by the iconic Kay-Chi style.

You Make Me Feel So (Kay-Chi Remix)

Get ready to embark on a sonic journey back to the '80s EBM resurgence as Italo Brutalo unveils his latest single "Dark Knight". This three-track release is a testament to the artist's extraordinary talent in seamlessly blending nostalgic sounds with contemporary beats, promising a musical feast for both vintage enthusiasts and modern music lovers alike. Besides the Original Mix it contains a shorter Radio Edit and a Dub Mix.
Bungalo Disco created an amazing VHS Glitch video.
"Dark Knight" is available on bandcamp from February 9th 2024.

Dark Knight

Dark Knight (Original Mix)

It all started with trying to sell an old 16-track Fostex reel-to-reel machine online. After several people showed interest Italo Brutalo wanted to check everything of the machine to clarify it ́s fully functional. He put it on the floor, a TR-808 and an old Mackie 1604 next to it and started testing all channels. After a while he put a Sequential Pro-One next to the three on the floor. Then a SH-101 plus some effect units. After three days of recording four of the jams made it on this EP. Have fun with them!

Dark Crusader

Quasar Rhythm

Lost Enemy

Glowing Echoes

I am proud to present you the first single of my new album "Second Horizon" called "Chasing Shadows" with a bunch of amazing remixes by @acida-dominga ,  DJ Kaos WFSB and @st-ahler

Chasing Shadows (Instrumental Mix)

Chasing Shadows (Stahler Remix)

Chasing Shadows (Original Mix)

Chasing Shadows (DJ Kaos WFSB Remix)

Chasing Shadows (Acida Dominga Remix)

Heiss oder Kalt (Original Mix)

Digital Freedom (Original Mix)

Human Code (Original Mix)

I am a Creator (Original Mix)

Black Gold (Original Mix)

Memory Sync (Original Mix)

City Sight (Original Mix)

Tonight (Original Mix)

Free to move (Original Mix)

Technology (Original Mix)

Surveillance State (Original Mix)

This is my latest remix for @pinupclub on @tronikyouth ´s label @neinrecords ! Share it, Like it, Play it ! ;-)

Pin Up Club - Beat Nympho (Italo Brutalo Remix)

DJ Hell and my track "People under the age" is available now on vinyl!
RFR Records - Bavarian Stallion Series 007

Buy @ Juno Records

DJ Hell & Italo Brutalo - People under the age

Recorded at 16th of February at Kit Kat Club, Berlin.
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DJing @ Kit Kat Club Berlin 16th of February 2019

Have fun with my set from Koffäin at IPSE, Berlin!
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DJing @ IPSE Berlin

Knight Fever is the second release on @bungalo-disco . The four songs are a mixture between childhood dreams driving K.i.t.t. and a time travel from the 80s to the 20s and back – each track in its very own way.
»Taniacid« is a Neo Italo track with some spices of acid that will make you feel like driving in „Super Pursuit Mode“.
»Trust doesn’t rust« is more or likely an Italo Disco song, hard to say when it has been created. Not even Italo Brutalo himself knows it. 
»Knightmares« – the name says it all. The psychedelic track contains just two elements. Less is more. An absolutely secret weapon on the dancefloor. 
»Not a drop to drink« has originally been written on a very hot summer day in the mountains of Ibiza, what you might not expect due to its dark atmosphere with elements of old school electro music.

Knight Fever

Taniacid

Detroitalo merges the best of both worlds - Detroit and Italo. The proclamation of an entirely new genre is accompanied by @bungalo-disco `s latest outing - the Detroitalo EP. Italo Brutalo`s latest masterpiece on your favorite label.

Detroit stands for innovation and its unique character - always several steps ahead. In contrary `Italo Disco` songs are simple, basic and catchy - and therefore appealing to the masses. Combining these two genres might feel like inbreeding of the most severe degree :
It ́s so obvious and at the same time so unimaginable. It almost feels like two lovers who had been at war for generations and now -after reconciliation- have the urge to finally let go their mutual desire.
All songs on this release are legitimate descendents of Italo Disco and Detroit Techno. Starting off with "La Bambola" which can literally be called the big sister of the Detroitalo offspring, it ́s gripping arpeggio line leaves nothing to be desired and instantly indicates in which direction Detroitalo is heading. The record`s second and eponymously named track perfectly reflects the new style with its restless bassline. More Detroitalo siblings are to be found on the flipside of the release. "Down the Drain" with its acid elements and techno-ish Italo arpeggio, sounds like it was directly transferred from the 80ies to the year 2020 and far beyond. Ultimately, you can get a glimpse of what driving in the "Motor City" looks like. On the one hand stop-and-go-traffic on the other speeding through endless alleys of the grim and bleak City of Detroit. A murky bassline combined with apocalyptic strings and effects set the perfect mood for rollin through the D at nighttime.

The vinyl on bandcamp comes with digital version as well!
There are also some special prized packages with shirts and bags. :)

Detroitalo

La Bambola

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Vintage synth fetishist and genuine circuit-bending whiz, Italo Brutalo is no typical dealer of hardware-squeezed juice. Tapping in the endless potentialities of his analogue army of retro machinery, the German producer has built a sound ID that defies conventions and takes pride in trespassing all the frontiers and limitations associated to the etiolated map of dance music styles.
From EBM-laced rhythms to jagged techno motifs, via off-pistes divagations into electro, disco, hip-hop and kosmische spaces, Italo Brutalo writes a story of genre-busting, all-embracing love for the primordial groove. Having first dabbled into production through the studio equipment of his father, young Fries quickly caught the virus of music-making and its idiosyncratic logic, using all the means within his reach to turn his ideas into actual pieces of sound. With over 25 years of fiddling, tweaking, bastardising bars of automated fire so people can have a blast on the dance floor, Italo Brutalo has gained a potent reputation amongst jockeys and producers, recently making it to the cover of Das Synthesizer Magazine.

Following up to a string of releases on a wide array of imprints including Mozzarella Records, Days of Being Wild, Compuphonic, RFR or Nang Records, Fries moved onto self-releasing his output through Bungalo Disco, the label he co-operates alongside his girlfriend. After the first three vinyl releases went sold-out within a couple of weeks, Italo Brutalo now returns with his anticipated debut long-player, "Heartware", which - as its title suggests, makes for a compelling ode to the machines that got him into the eerie world of sine waves and tape loops. Beautifully wrapped in a gatefold, and adorned with the exquisite artwork of his creative partner to go full-circle. What else?

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