Here we are, wrapping up 2024 with one last post to celebrate the mixes that soundtracked our December. It's become a little tradition for us to pull together a list that fits different moods and moments, and this month's picks feel extra special.
If you're looking for something gentle to accompany a quiet moment, Toxido Mask, Mjulev, and SAL have you covered. Planning a road trip? Forma Oscura, F-on, and Command D offer deep, dubby vibes to keep you company. For an energizing boost—say, on your next run—Atom™ & Tobias deliver a live set that will lift your spirits. Vinna Våldyr absolutely stole the show this month with a mix that'll whisk you to the magic of Andalusia and the Simbiosis Festival. And for those ready to lose themselves in some serious grooves, Agonis and Andrea's live sets from Monument and Mutek are pure brilliance.
Thank you for being part of our musical journey this year. Here’s to more discoveries and incredible sounds in 2025!
Happy New Year!
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Favorite Mixes From December 2024

dreamy mornings of dubby and minimalist sounds gathered around the soundsystem in the glade, hidden deep in the valley. A heartfelt thanks to @melifera_records for the trust and freedom they gave us with this carte blanche.

at dawn on Sunday, Alfonso treated us to 4 hours of music, mingling dub techno and minimal, all slowed down and jammed on vinyl.

"When I arrived at the stage, the sun hadn't risen yet. Mine was the first performance on @klapenunsen stage, and the music from the other stage was still playing in the background. It was a cold morning, and I thought there wouldn't be many people at the beginning, but It was a pleasant surprise when, after the main stage last performance ended, a large crowd gathered and filled the stage even before my music started. 

I performed a minimal dubby techno set, playing both current tracks and classics of the genre. Although I didn’t feel entirely comfortable in the beginning of the set, when I saw people dancing with smiles on their faces, it all made sense. It was a very special moment, and later, when the set ended, it was incredible to have people coming up to talk to me, excited about the performance. It was beautiful preparing a set like this and seeing how the crowd responded to the vibe while the sun rose in that wonderful landscape."

@f-ondj
Alpenglühen

nunsen·live - F-on at La Vallée Electrique

"As dusk gives way to night, the downtempo soundscapes draw you in. You've taken the bait, slipping into a spiral, a tunnel you won’t want to leave. You’ve crossed the event horizon, and there’s no turning back. Welcome to this masterclass." 

Boni G introduces Vinna Våldyr (@vinnavaldyr), a new alias that explores a more introspective and deep side of his sound. This project reflects his current creative moment, bringing together the richness of his experience with fresh perspectives, all while staying true to his roots and musical vision. Over the course of his 30-year career, Boni G has left a mark on the electronic music scene. In 2000, he co-founded Low Records Store, dedicating a decade to its growth and development. He was the driving force behind projects like Huna and Bisau, hosted the Indigo show on Lie Radio, and spent nearly 10 years teaching at Proaudio Escuela until 2020. With Vinna Valdyr, Boni G connects the dots between his extensive career and the new horizons he’s charting, offering a sound that’s both reflective and forward-thinking - a perfect blend of his journey and where he’s headed next.

3rd edition of Simbiosis. An intimate communion of souls, in the mood for share with each other and dance under the stars.

HOCast #219 - Vinna Våldyr - Simbiosis 2024

Sunrays Sundays II

~ Deep Breakfast 286 by https://soundcloud.com/mjulev ~

1. Shiffer - The Black Ballad (Instrumental) (Unreleased)
2. Lb Honne - Longing (interlude) 
3. nthng - Trust
4. nthng - Looking Outside 
5. Mjulev - Floor (Unreleased)
6. Aspetuck - Grandmother Ambient (Unreleased)
7. HXJKT - Avvikelse II  
8. Tensen Park - Dub Doob  
9. Mjulev - Mystical Reverie (Unreleased)
10. Morphing Territories - Ambi House (Unreleased)
11. Amod - Ambient XXX (Unreleased)
12. Ben Kaczor - Noktus (Unreleased)
13. Mikhu - La Mattina (Unreleased)
14. nthng - Tryot

The picture was taken by Mjulev in Sardinia at sunrise on the beach.

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Deep Breakfast 286 ~ Mjulev

Command D summons the gods of the deep to have us completely submerged in a world of interdimensional dub techno, traversing us through an hour and a half of infinitely looped reflections and subaquatic soundscapes. 

@commandd

Q. This certainly feels like one of your most immersive mixes to date, deeply contemplative and full of dreamy dub techno atmospherics. What inspiration did you draw upon, and what type of setting or situation could you imagine it being enjoyed in? 

A. I started to get into this sound when I was putting together my mix for the Moonshoe mix series. I didn’t know what to call it at the time but I found all of those tunes and tied them together with a certain feeling that was really inspiring me then, it was very organic and that is still one of my favourite mixes. You can hear dub elements scattered throughout that whole mix.

As I started incorporating more dub elements into my productions I discovered artists like Stephen Hitchell and Rhythm & Sound that had created a kind of music that was really extremely satisfying for me to listen to, especially considering my developing love for hi-fi and larger sound systems. I incorporated those artists into my FHUO mix which was a much more considered exploration of the style. Looking back on the process of making the mixes and how much I enjoyed them really assures me that the deep and contemplative sound is a big part of who I am.

For this mix I’ve taken inspiration from the MDC series itself which I’ve been listening to for years. I wanted to add little hints of deep house sounds as a nod to the mixes of the past. I personally think mixes like this are the best to listen to when you’re travelling and looking out a window, otherwise maybe sitting at a desk on a rainy day doing some work. I’d like people to listen to this in a time where they won't be distracted by something else or feel the need to skip forward, I’d want people to just throw it on and let it play, drifting in and out of the tracks and their own thoughts.

Q. Are there any songs in the mix that are especially close to your heart, and what is it about these tracks that resonate with you so much?

A. My favourite tracks in the mix are Saftig Komposition by Rasmus Hedlund and Sedlec Ossuary by Persuasion. At a base level I love these tracks because they take a more modern approach to a dub techno track with tight production. Going deeper, the thing that really resonates with me is hard to put into words and best left unsaid. I think this kind of music (along with many other kinds) allows the listener to feel emotions that aren't able to be put into words, part of why I love it so much. I find that dub techno specifically can feel sad and happy at the same time like lots of jazz ballads. That to me is a really beautiful sound that kind of encapsulates life in general.

Q. Tell us about the development of your live set, and where things are currently at with it? Do you feel like you’re able to explore different shades of your sound when playing in a live setting?

A. Putting together my first live set was an awesome experience. I got to play it all around Australia from clubs to rainforests. I’ve put the current live set to bed for now and am starting to work on a new one with a slightly different setup. Although it was a challenging experience, I loved making a live set because often when I would dig for tunes to play out I’d think ‘I wish I had a song like this’ and writing a live set meant that I could bring those ideas to life and curate a set exactly how I wanted. I think I’m really starting to settle into ‘my sound’ in production and DJing, but there are creative limitations in both like finding new music or learning new skills. Overcoming technical barriers in production allows me to get closer to my most true form of expression when it comes to what’s coming out the speakers so I’ve been really working on that recently. Hoping the next live set will be bigger and better : )

MDC.302 Command D

Unknown Album

unveiled echoes w/ forma oscura (03.12.24)

For our 31st podcast, we are delighted to welcome Berlin-based artist and sound designer Toxido Mask. Her track Along the Vibe, released last summer on Pregnant Void's Ember Oasis compilation, lingered in our minds with its unique, modern yet deeply emotional touch. In this mix, she leads us through a rich soundscape of haunting atmospheres and subtle emotion—a captivating odyssey through untamed realms, where mysterious vocals merge with tribal rhythms, evoking a world both mystical and raw.

@toxido-mask

Artwork by Sophie Vaillant

Conscious Listening Mix Series 31 - Toxido Mask

Andrea (IT) @andreamusik
Live at MUTEK Montréal | Édition 25
Nocturne 6 on August 25, 2024
Mastered by @pheek (audioservices.studio)
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Originally from Turin, Andrea draws inspiration from his city’s post-industrial aesthetic to craft music that blends IDM, 90s breakbeat and techno. His performances are marked by intense rhythms and refined textures, balancing sonic experimentation with raw energy for the dancefloor.


MUTEKLIVE351 - Andrea

On the Saturday night of Monument Festival 2024, amenthia recordings co-founder agonis delivered a legendary session of futuristic, crystalline electronics. With the dancers engulfed in thick fog and red lasers, and the newly upgraded sound system of the Varden stage at his command, agonis drenched the crowd with tidal waves of finely tuned, precision psychedelia that was crafted specifically for the Norwegian forest. The ultimate high fidelity speaker test. 

Play it extra loud for your family over the holiday season.

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Monument Festival 2024 : agonis (live)

@atom_tm and @tobias-freund performed on the third day of #Mostra24 at Castell de Montjuïc.

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Technology as the number one source of inspiration. Real time musical programming, unlimited improvisation and experimentation. Stretching the boundaries of electronic music.
Atom™ and Tobias. have been two key figures in the development of European ‘techno’ from the very beginning. Active since the 1980s, both artists have represented major cogs in the community. 1990 marks their first collaborative performance in Frankfurt, emerging as one of the first live shows ever played within this scene. From here the two started a journey of sonic explorations which led them to release the mighty “Elektroniikkaa” live recording from Helsinki and Montreux. Their subsequent releases are all derivatives of live performances, which consistently remain the number one focus.

Despite a spatial separation given by Atom’s relocation to Chile and Tobias’ to Berlin, upon reconnecting with the machines in 2003 creative flow surged spontaneously. Throughout the expressive tool of live performance, Atom™ and Tobias are able to create sound through an eccentrical deviation from all musical standards and a total adaptation to their environment.

This is the core of their improvisations: a total abandonment to each other's creativity, in which their consciousnesses merge and flow into the instruments in front of them.
Having both experienced three decades of music and some of the world’s most exceptional dance floors such as Berghain or Panorama Bar, their knowledge of the sonic realm is limitless. Their latest performances have reached clubs such as Kyiv’s Closer to Japan’s Labyrinth Festival in Japan.


Atom™ & Tobias. live @ Mostra 2024 🖤

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