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IO Podcast Series Episode 060 mixed by Caldera.
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For this 60th episode, we invited the talented producer Caldera who enlights us with a very beautiful and deep mix.
If you don't know him yet; since 2012, Caldera has been creating a unique and personal blend of Techno and Bass music with a love for detail and a dedicated sounddesign that immerses listeners into imaginary worlds.
His experiments with drums and rhythms result in grooves that explore a deeper side of dance music while leaving bpm and genre restrictions behind.
Caldera's creations have found a home on labels such as Berlin's Nummer Music, Chicago's Kimochi Sound and Bristol's Pressure Dome while his Loop LF moniker has previously been a mainstay on London based Well Steet Records.
Right now we're eagerly waiting for his upcoming release on @melifera_records.

When we asked the artist for a few words about the mix he told us, that the inspiration for it stemmed from a preference for slower, more meditative transitions and a deliberate, gradual increase in intensity.
The mix aims to evoke a sense of transitioning from the somber winter into the hopeful beginnings of spring, reflecting a personal journey from adversity towards renewal and positivity.

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Artwork by @mtrl_audio

Podcast 060 - CALDERA

Time to share the 21st Herbarium episode with you, this time we warmly welcome our talented friend and artist @caldera-caldera from Brighton. He curated a fantastic journey between deep and subtle textures combined with delicate harmonic glimpses into other worlds.

Caldera chose the European Ash for his mix, here is why:
I chose Fraxinus excelsior since I always admired how the light shines through the leaves of those trees and it has always made me in awe of them. I've been fortunate enough to have been living opposite a little forest that consists of many Ash Trees, so it's been my studio view since moving here 9 years ago and a steady source of subtle inspiration. (The first track includes a field recording of this forest)
For this mix I tried to capture the sound and movement of this plant in the wind which is why I choose tracks that include long pads and reverberend sounds as well as music that has some kind of sprinkly patterns representing the more in depth movements and interplay of the many small leaves.

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About Caldera

Since 2012, Caldera has been creating a unique and personal blend of Techno and Bass music with a love for detail and a dedicated sounddesign that immerses listeners into imaginary worlds.
His experiments with drums and rhythms result in grooves that represent a new and fresh way of looking at dance music while exploring a deeper side of it.
Caldera's music has been released on Labels such as Berlin based Nummer Music, Chicago's Kimochi Sound, Bristol based Pressure Dome and many more. He is also releasing music as .

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Herbarium No 21 - Caldera - Fraxinus Excelsior

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EG.999 Hernan Cattaneo

In the past few months, we’ve found ourselves returning to a remarkable corner of the Spanish midlands, where music thrives in a unique and unpredictable way. Perpendicular Festival has become the place where artists embrace spontaneity, crafting moments that feel truly alive.

This time, we’re focusing on o.utlier, an Irishman based in London whose debut album Alaya on Appian Sounds left an unforgettable mark last year. A co-founder of Titrate Records and a resident DJ for Astral Industries, o.utlier has mastered the art of balancing a diverse range of sounds, from drone to intricate polyrhythmic techno. If you’re familiar with his work, you already have a sense of the musical journey he can take you on.

It was a bright Saturday afternoon when he took the stage, easing the crowd into the day with laid-back broken beats and serene atmospheres. There was an unspoken magic as the music slowly drew everyone in, almost imperceptibly. Beneath a canopy of shade, the crowd swayed, their movements guided by his subtle changes in tempo and tone. Before long, the energy began to build, smooth, natural, and unforced, until the atmosphere shifted into something more adventurous.
Suddenly, the set took a turn, diving into murkier territory. Darker tones emerged, with dub influences and intricate rhythms that seemed to challenge both body and mind. Over the course of nearly two and a half hours, o.utlier created a magnetic experience that felt both cerebral and visceral—a true journey through the unexpected.

This performance was a special one; it was a shared moment at a gathering of kindred spirits. Do you really need another reason to hit play? We think not.

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Delayed x Perpendicular: o.utlier

At the intersection of synth, sampler driven production, and cinematic emotionally laden melodies, exists the Serbian duo, Attila Ábrahám and Goran Grubišić aka GOAT GRAB. Their debut album under the moniker is forthcoming on the superb Oslated label. Sliding in at 12 tracks, the release titled, ‘Dream Figure’ is a melancholy drenched journey through spoken word, and haunting moments. At times evoking distant memories of a Vangelis tune in the best of ways. Listening through the entirety, it’s immediately apparent the gravitas and lifetimes of musical experiences that have been poured into the creation of each track.

The Crunch Of Dishonesty rumbles and tugs on the heart strings immediately with a lonesome synth establishing that all important atmosphere. A sad call answered by a chorus of supporting synths swells into a glitchy downtempo beat that gives movement and progress. All accompanied by a disembodied voice, giving mantras that echo around the listener until the track finishes in a slow but inevitable decay.

Dream Figure will be released into the world, October 7th.
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Dream Figure

PREMIERE: GOAT GRAB - The Crunch Of Dishonesty [Oslated]

As the days grow shorter & the leaves begin to turn, we find ourselves looking inwards, preparing our minds for the beautiful yet harsh cold winter months ahead. There is a particular awareness of the present moment during these transitions from season to season, as cooler weather gently makes its way to the New York area. I certainly find myself seeking out music that is more introspective & comforting during these fall months, something to accompany a long walk through the woods or a drive through the morning fog. 

Dutch producer Tensen Park - the newest member of our Never Late family - presents us with an ethereal hour-long journey through some of his current favorites & musical influences. It is a mix crafted for these moments of seasonal transition. "I wanted to make it a bit of a trip" he said, "starting with some deeper, more emotional / human tracks then working towards some more playful / more energetic tracks." These 'futurebeats', as he describes this particular sound, consist of a blend of IDM, breakbeat, ambient & dub.  This style can be heard sprinkled throughout his ‘Jurassimo’ EP which was just released on our own record label, Never Late.  Tensen Park included two of his own tracks in the mix, in addition to a collection of tracks that he has been listening to for the past couple of months.
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Never Late x Delayed: Tensen Park

0:00:00  Martin Jarl - Minneslucka (https://naturalexpressions.bandcamp.com/track/martin-jarl-minneslucka-available-digitally)
0:07:20  HXJKT - Kema (https://alltardott.bandcamp.com/track/kema)
0:12:50  Martin Donath - Soleil Levant (excerpt) (https://archive.org/details/gruen002)
0:16:15  Poison Chat - Terra incognita (https://wavememory.bandcamp.com/track/terra-incognita)
0:22:00  Shinsuke Matsumoto - Bamboo Forest (https://silentseason.bandcamp.com/track/bamboo-forest)
0:29:00  Avitech - Aftermath (https://avitech.bandcamp.com/track/aftermath
0:35:45  Heavenchord & Infinity Dots - Aquatic (https://2021.bandcamp.com/track/aquatic)
0:46:00  Uncanny Valley -Polmont Edit 1950 (https://madahsounds.bandcamp.com/track/polmont-edit-1950)
0:53:50  Sun Electric - Lichterfelde (https://sunelectric.bandcamp.com/track/lichterfelde)
0:56:40  Shebuzzz & Akmuo & Heavenchord - Seashell Dreams (Flying Mix - Part II) (https://sedubtive.bandcamp.com/track/seashell-dreams-flying-mix-part-ii)
1:14:39  BT Gate X-138  - 4 Naberezhnaya (https://spaceofvariants.bandcamp.com/track/4-naberezhnaya)
1:22:50  Solar Noise - Reflection (https://soundcloud.com/solar-noise/reflection)
1:26:55  Robert Heel - Sodor (https://tehnofonika.bandcamp.com/track/robert-heel-sodor)
1:32:22  Ohrwert - Mesopelagic (https://ohrwert.bandcamp.com/track/mesopelagic)
1:36:47  Sun Electric - Sarotti (excerpts) (https://sunelectric.bandcamp.com/track/sarotti)
1:40:10  Sebastian Mullaert & Henrik Frendin - The Fogs (https://sebastianmullaert.bandcamp.com/track/the-fogs)
1:46:55  Jon Hassell - Timeless (https://jonhassell.bandcamp.com/track/timeless)
1:54:45  Amanita Phalloides & Heavenchord :Moon On Water (Tribute Jon Hassell) (https://secretdomainlabel.bandcamp.com/track/moon-on-water-tribute-jon-hassell)
2:01:58  Martin Jarl - Pyyrpjat (https://secretdomainlabel.bandcamp.com/track/pyyrpjat)
2:05:00  Purl - haze of my youth (https://purl.bandcamp.com/track/haze-of-my-youth-2)
2:10:00  Martin Jarl - 1986 (https://naturalexpressions.bandcamp.com/track/1986)
2:14:27  Biosphere - Iberia Eterea (https://biosphere.bandcamp.com/track/iberia-eterea-2)
2:20:50  Henk Schutten - Apollo 11 Heading Home (Jon Hassell Tribute) (unreleased)

Deep Space Dreams Apollo 11 Mix (Day 7, heading home)

This Sunday morning finds Brooklyn and most of New York surrounded by a cool, rainy embrace. The changing of seasons is in full effect as the summer months slowly become fond memories. Combating the cooling temperature and falling leaves, we look to DOC as his mix for today brings only the warmest of ambient sounds via a live recording from his set at Bar Theo in April.

Track list:

Mountain Hawk - Long Autumn Nights
Worriedaboutsatan - Part 3 (Dresden)
Sebby Kowal - Wonders
Daniel [I] - Dom amb
Ryan J Raffa & Nico Rosenberg - To Get Across
Hynta - Blue of Distance
Ryan J Raffa & Nico Rosenberg - When we stop to see
Mountain Hawk - Crane’s Dream
Daniel [I] - BF 04 (Amb)
Bastian Void - Underneath
Hynta - Boundless
Yuri Urano - awa
Oberlin - For the Slightest Sigh
Undveld - You’ll see me again, but it won’t be me
Ozone - Pure Half

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Sundays are for... DOC

We’ve been on a roll lately at Delayed, with the caliber of mixes coming our way steadily raising the bar. Today, we’re thrilled to feature a mix from a familiar name: our friend Malte Schumann, known to many as Caldera, the German producer hailing from Brighton. His production work consistently brings a unique spark, and that same artistry comes through when he takes control of the decks. Some artists refuse to settle into a single genre, and when approached with skill, this can be one of their greatest strengths. Caldera’s set showcases just that, steering clear of predictability and embracing the freedom to explore.

What we have here is an expertly crafted mix, technically sharp and atmospherically rich, with a track selection that perfectly balances exploration and coherence. It’s a dynamic journey through the best facets of electronic music, with a strong lean towards groovy, tribal, off-kilter techno. Starting off on a mellow and organic note, the set gradually builds momentum, morphing almost imperceptibly until it’s carrying an irresistible energy. The transitions are seamless, the flow is natural, and every shift feels deliberate.
This one deserves a spot on your essential listening list. It reminds you how thoughtful curation can transform a set into something that keeps you hooked from start to finish.

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Delayed with... Caldera

we would like to thank the landskron.3 team from the bottom of our hearts for the opportunity to perform as a duo at this wonderful festival for the first time. & we would also like to thank niculin barandun for his incredibly beautiful visualized work during the live set <3

Mario & Timnah (Hybrid) at Landskron3

For our special 300th episode, we welcome a true electronic music icon...

As part of the original crew of Nubreed DJs, Sander Kleinenberg helped shape a sound that defined a generation. However, more than his peers, Kleinenberg challenged the prog status quo in a way that set him apart. The first Everybody mix compilation, featuring pink-themed art collage and journal-style liner notes, showcased an artist with a penchant for fun—an image that contrasted sharply with the serious persona his contemporaries portrayed. 

That energy transferred to his sets too, which would fluctuate from vibrant deep house to dark, dramatic progressive sounds. It resonated widely, so much so that he took out the Essential Mix of the Year honours in 2001.

Today, he remains active in the studio, boasting an ever-growing and impressive list of collaborators, including names like Halsey, Daft Punk, Timbaland, and Madonna. His Deepest Mixtape In The Universe podcast is proof that he hasn’t lost his mixing touch. We are thrilled to host this legend for a two-hour mix featuring Phil Kieran, Tigerskin, Blue Amazon, and more.

Balance Selections 300: Sander Kleinenberg

TRACKLIST & INTERVIEW

Earth Dog 036: Caldera

When we first covered Les Chaos Ambiants, it was clear they weren’t aiming for the usual festival formula. Instead of big stages and brand sponsorships, they’re focused on how electronic music and art can interact with local identity and environmental urgency. For 2025, the festival returns to Sommant, right in the Morvan Regional Natural Park, continuing to build on this concept. There’s still just one stage, no clashes, no sprinting between acts, but now there’s added weight on multidisciplinary art, from Adrien Lamm’s sculptural installations by the lake to workshops exploring endangered species through sound and visual design.

The lineup remains eclectic but united by atmosphere, curated once again by Alfonso Pomeda, who’s also the artistic mind behind Barcelona’s Mostra Festival. The full lineup for 2025 includes ABSIS, Alcachofa, Avsluta, Faery, Fran Campos, Lynne , Merovee, Metshka Pampo, Myles Dillon, Nems-B, Orsu, Owl, Toé, and Sybil. Les Chaos Ambiants seems designed for people who treat listening as an experience in itself, a festival where silence and subtlety can carry as much weight as rhythm or volume. Which brings us naturally to one of this year’s standout additions.

Let’s be honest: some artists play music; others change the room around you. Owl belongs firmly in the second camp. Just a few weeks ago, he opened the infamous “La Cabaña”, the ambient and experimental temple at Perpendicular Festival, with a set steeped entirely in lush, enveloping ambient. It was a lesson in subtle power, transforming a cavernous space into something intimate and weightless. It wasn’t flashy, but it left everyone exhaling like they’d just remembered how to breathe. Owl’s ability to craft this atmosphere without ever sounding forced makes him a perfect fit for Les Chaos Ambiants. Here’s an artist who understands that music in a pine forest doesn’t need to shout. It only needs to glow...

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Delayed x Les Chaos Ambiants: Owl

Since 2012, Caldera (@caldera-caldera) has crafted a distinct fusion of techno and bass, known for its immersive sound design.

His rhythmic experimentation offers a fresh perspective on dance music, exploring a wide range of BPMs along the way.

His music has been released on respected labels like Nummer Music, Kimochi Sound, Pressure Dome, and Well Street Records.

About the mix:
“I wanted to start the mix slightly faster and with more energy than I usually do. I already had the Aleksi Perälä song in my head as an intro for a set so I went for it and built the mix from there. While doing the tracklisting the mix slowly dissolved into the emotional ambient ending which happened very naturally and felt right.”

Osmura w/ Caldera 29

Our Belgian connection runs deep, built on shared moments, mutual admiration, and a steady stream of talent that never seems to dry up. The latest to surface is Ben Kamal: Brussels-based DJ, promoter, and soon-to-be label boss. In recent years, Ben has been a staple in clubs like C12, Fuse, and Funke, as well as festivals like Paradise City and Horst. He’s carved out a sound that’s both precise and personal, equal parts deep, minimal, and melancholic. As a resident of Lola Haro’s Small Steps series and curator of nights at bis.club, he’s been steadily shaping a mood, a narrative, a space. And with the first release on his new label ov guidance about to drop, featuring a.brehme and signall kommt (aka z@p), that space is about to get even more defined.

Listening to the mix Ben made for us feels like watching dusk fold into night in slow motion. The arc is patient, but the details are razor-sharp: fluttering hats, muted basslines, strange shadows between the kick and the silence. There’s movement, but it’s not linear. It loops, it lingers, it pulls you inward. It’s not about big moments, it’s about micro-decisions that add up to something more enduring. Call it dusk-lake energy. Call it perfect for the other side.

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Delayed with... Ben Kamal

The haze of Paral·lel festival has barely lifted, but we’re rewinding to another moment worth lingering on, February in Granada, at the Moonback club. There, under the warm glow of the Extramostra banner, Mostra linked up with the Klub Collective for a night that balanced local soul with an international touch. The lineup reads like a heads-only dream: Timnah, Antonio Vázquez, Refracted, and a solid core of Klub Collective residents including Fran Acosta, Kaizen, and Utopian. The kind of night that reminded us why the first slot matters more than most people admit. It’s the architectural role: shaping the night’s flow from zero.

Utopian did just that. His set unfolds like a slow exhale, dub-laced ambient that creeps, swells, and gradually transforms into chugging, low-slung techno hypnosis. It’s a patient climb: syncopated, restrained, precise. Not a single cheap move, just deep focus and floor logic, the kind that sets the table without stealing the meal. But make no mistake, this was a statement. A warm-up that didn’t just support the night, but elevated it.

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Delayed with... Utopian

Closing sets come with built-in pressure. But at this year’s Perpendicular Festival, Saturday wrapped up not with spectacle, but with style. Valencia-based DJ and producer Facundo, a standout discovery from the city’s ever-surprising scene, took control of the final stretch with a set that was patient, fluid, and full of character. It moved with intent, keeping the energy alive without ever pushing too hard. The kind of set that made you forget the time, anchored in rhythm and shaped by subtle shifts. A groove that spoke softly but hit deep.

Facundo’s approach to the closing slot was a slow reveal. He opened with broken, syncopated patterns before sliding seamlessly into a tight four-to-the-floor pulse. The tension built with restraint - dark, shadowy techno moments came and went, but the release was never forced. This was a set that traded hype for nuance, showmanship for control. Polyrhythmic elegance in the woods.

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Delayed x Perpendicular: Facundo

There’s a special kind of trust when a festival makes someone a resident. For Les Chaos Ambiants, that someone is Lynne. We’ve partnered with this boutique French festival for the second year, sharing the sounds and stories behind their lakeside weekend in the wooded hills of Sommant. The festival thrives on curation that feels personal, lineups that move like chapters in a book, sound systems tuned to catch every detail, and a setting where the air itself seems to carry the low-end.

Lynne embodies that approach. Originally from Japan and now based in London, she’s built a reputation on mixing low-lit atmospheres with rhythm patterns that shift just as you think you’ve caught them. Her triumphant comeback to our podcast series finds her opening the spectrum: warmer tones, space between the beats, a subtle dub pulse, and even flickers of jazz phrasing. Yet the structural backbone remains hers, breaks that fold time and pacing that keeps you just ahead of the next turn. It’s not a departure, it's more like a widening of the frame, perfectly in sync with the spirit of Les Chaos Ambiants.

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Delayed x Les Chaos Ambiants: Lynne

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