This is my first monthly favourites list of the year 2019! 
New ones and old ones included!

Enjoy,
Jacob K.

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Luigi Madonna returns to Drumcode a year after his superb single ‘Primo’ using familiar hooks, huge stabs and monstrous drums that storm across the dance floor which, are common with Mr Madonna. The hard hitting raw vibe of this EP gives Luigi an edge, with fluttering high’s and saturated lows, Luigi’s tracks are a mainstay in all DJ sets. The EP encompasses different emotions throughout that can be felt within the track ‘Singer One’, offering a more mellow side to Luigi’s already expansive catalogue.

Luigi Madonna - Unconditional Beauty - Drumcode - DC135

Some support in random order:
Monika Kruse: good stuff! will play!
Enrico Sangiuliano: lovely originals and remix!
Sasha Carassi: solid release
Noir: COOL!
Andres Campo: Sick ep!! All tracks are top!!! Thanks for sending.
Coyu: Baldur is a great track. Support!

German based duo Hidden Empire are swiftly making progression in their climb to the top of the techno scene. They’re known from several hit releases on Stil vor Talent and Traum Schallplatten. We are gleesome to open the doors of Filth on Acid and welcome them for a 3 track original EP. On remix duties we gladly find Egbert, the Dutch powerhouse of peak-time techno, who’s currently releasing on Drumcode.

Twilight Of The Gods opens with Baldur. The authoritative, round kick and bassline build a colossal foundation on which propulsive arpeggiators shift things into next gear. A sturdy, polished groove ensures movement on the dancefloor. The atmospherics and hornlike shout of Baldur, hint to the unfortunate fate of this mythological creature as well as building pleasant pressure.

Mjolnir, the hammer of Thor, stays true to its name, as it is a definite peak-time affair. Long stretched swelling, bassy pads are the backbone for reverberated percussion and dapper synth stabs. Memorable synth melodies unfold on the break to balance force and profoundness.

Bragi can be seen as the most hypnotic of the pack. Arpeggiated synths, soft pads and detailed synths hint to the abstruse nature of Bragi; the god of poets. Smart drum programming keeps the track in ever morphing state.

We close the EP in style, with Egbert’s remix of Bragi. As an artist, always on the lookout of new ways to detonate party crowds, this time he derives a groove with qualities of cavalry. Throughout the track the kick, bassline and drums continuously exert and exchange powers, which makes it sound like a constant battle as to where in the groove they can sit. This unique element builds an enormous strain. Combined with the beautiful break; again Egbert’s music arrives at the next level.

Hidden Empire - Bragi (Original Mix)

Johannes Heil - B2 - Exile007

Drumcode continues its commitment to releasing the scene’s most cutting-edge techno. With releases this year already from Adam Beyer, Pig&Dan, Alan Fitzpatrick, Dense & Pika and Julian Jeweil, this July see’s the return of Enrico Sangiuliano with ‘Astral Projection’.

After his remix of Moby’s of ‘Why Does My Heart Feel So Bad’ back in November last year, Enrico sought creative inspiration from his travels, transcending that into his productions and long studio sessions during the winter months. The result brings a mind and body melting release from the Italian producer.

The title track ‘Astral Projection’ is a captivating, big room techno masterpiece. Deep reverberations punch alongside a sinisterly crisp percussive drive. Launching into a groove laden synth modulation of low end textures, it breaks down into an ethereal amalgamation of pads and synths before the vocal launches, taking this track to another level.

‘Blooming Era’ has destructive dancefloor intent. There is no holding back with the low end synth modulation which Enrico has mastered to perfection. A tightly woven percussive flare moulds flawlessly with the rolling oscillations of the beast of this track.

If you have seen label head honcho Adam Beyer playing anywhere on the globe in the last 5 months, this has been a peak time favourite. Road-tested to the max, and with much success.

Enrico Sangiuliano - Blooming Era - Drumcode - DC176

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Release Date: 25-08-2017

► Felix Kröcher ♫
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http://felixkroecher.com/
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https://www.beatport.com/artist/felix-krocher/21075

► Filth On Acid ♫
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https://www.beatport.com/label/filth-on-acid/60985

Tracklist:
01. Felix Kröcher - Back Fast (Original mix)
02. Felix Kröcher - Right Here (Citizen Kain remix)
03. Felix Kröcher - Right Here (Original Mix)

Release Info: 
For our next release, we welcome German based DJ and Producer Felix Kröcher with his 3 track Right Here EP, including Citizen Kain remix. Only 3 words to describe these works: Peak time techno. This is Filth (on Acid)

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Felix Kröcher - Right Here EP (incl. Citizen Kain remix)

PREMIERE: Felix Kröcher - Back Fast (Original Mix) [Filth On Acid]

Rob Hes - The Solution (Mario Ochoa Remix)

Artist: Ron Flatter 
EP: Theatre Of Freaks 
PLV031
Release: 14.09.2017

Ron Flatter is finally back on Pour La Vie with another outstanding 2- tracker!
Epsilon Centauri is a melodic and a perfect summer track with plenty of brightness. 
The track “Theatre Of Freaks” is a wondrous peak time slammer propelled by a stunning synth.

                              

Epsilon Centauri - Ron Flatter - PLV031

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Having already graced the label this past summer with their Cosmic Techno stunner "The Ark" - UK duo Spektre return to the Kraftek family with a blistering 2 tracker that requires little in the way of an introduction. The title track - hit's the musical bulls eye of exactly what we here at the label are all about. The flip side - easily strong enough to merit A-Side status gives an homage to the rave days of old - aptly named "Recall 90".  We are proud to kick off 2018 with all engines set to full blast on our cosmic journey with Spektre's "Another Life EP".

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Another Life EP

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Spektre - Another Life

With the World Cup Football starting in Russia 2 days prior to the release and crowds turning to their nations roots supporting their country and teams in a chauvinistic way, we as an Amsterdam based label felt the need to support the thriving Dutch techno scene, bringing you Amsterdam based talented producer VNTM, with his debut EP on Filth on Acid and his first ever EP to be released. On remix duties one of 'Amsterdam's finest' and friend of the label: Olivier Weiter. It's unfortunate that the Dutch are not part of the World Cup, otherwise this story would have been perfect. Nevertheless we will tear down your dance floor. This is Filth on Acid NOW!

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VNTM - Be A Freak (Original Mix)

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D-Unity - Isolated Mind (Original Mix)

Molekül FC - Various Artists - Digital Only
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AIROD - Reaction
Mayeul - Allnite
JKS - Broken Down Speakerz

Mastering by Curve Pusher
Photo : Basile Bertrand

AIROD - Reaction

Enjoy these three brilliant new versions from Spartaque, Gorge & Hybrasil of Martin Eyerer's sensual techno trip featuring the unique voice of Craig Walker!

Martin Eyerer & Craig Walker - Confident Journey (Spartaque Remix)

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In what has been an incredibly successful 2018 for Jon Hopkins; from the release of his critically acclaimed album, 'Singularity', to sold-out worldwide touring, today Hopkins is happy to share a heavy-hitting remix of the album’s title track by ANNA - one of techno’s most captivating and in-demand new producers.

After cutting her teeth in clubs around Sao Paolo from the age of 14, ANNA has slowly risen to be one of the scene’s most respected names, with releases on the likes of Kompakt and NovaMute, along with support from Sven Väth, Marcel Dettmann and Richie Hawtin to name a few.

Building on the original track, the 'Singularity' remix blends rugged techno and transcendent electronics, which mirrors the pinnacle of the album’s motion, delivering a claustrophobic yet uplifting energy. Arguably one of ANNA’s strongest releases to date.

ANNA’s remix of ‘Singularity’ drops on Domino on Friday 16th November.

Download here: http://smarturl.it/SingularityAnnaDL

Singularity

Singularity (ANNA Remix)

'Set About is closing a brilliant year with the worthy EP ‘Future’ by Teenage Mutants...'

Read More: http://whenwedip.com/2018/12/premiere-teenage-mutants-set-about/

Follow: @teenage-mutants // @set_about_music

Connect: When We Dip on Spotify - open.spotify.com/user/whenwedip

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Premiere: Teenage Mutants - Future [Set About]

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PREMIERE: Mario Ochoa - Strobe - Noir Music

PREMIERE: Mario Ochoa - Spacewalk - Noir Music

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Free Download: https://hypeddit.com/track/48mc3n
Release Date: 04-01-2019

► Oliver Winters ♫
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https://www.beatport.com/artist/oliver-winters/573174

Tracklist:
01. Oliver Winters - Inside Out (Original Mix)

Release Info: 
The latest edition of our free download series finds Oliver Winters returning for a follow up to his well received ‘Terra Firma’. 2018 was an excellent year for the UK artist, having showcased his music on Einmusika’s Ein2 imprint, along with Suara and Timeless Moment. His genuine take on all things deep and melodic resonated throughout the electronic underground, setting up what promises to be an even better 2019. Wanting to give back to his fans for the tremendous support throughout the last twelve months, Oliver now presents his second contribution to our free download series entitled ‘Inside Out ’ We hope you enjoy it and Happy New Year.

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YOU ONLY WANT ME

Will Clarke, Sian, Amok-You Only Want Me (Original Mix)

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Kiev-grown and Barcelona-based Spartaque joins OFF Recordings.

Spartaque is known around the world for his highly energetic sets, and a very charismatic stage presence.

But he is also a very skilled producer, as the three originals on this EP testify.

Thomas Hoffknecht, known from a strong debut EP on OFF Recordings in 2018, Second State, and the recent release of his album on micro.fon, delivers an interpretation of „Tubes', adding a deeper hypnotic edge to the original.

Tubes

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Spartaque - Tubes (Incl. Thomas Hoffknecht Remix) - OFF183 // Preview

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Release Date: 11-01-2019

► Ilija Djokovic ♫
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https://www.beatport.com/artist/ilija-djokovic/475973

► Filth On Acid ♫
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https://www.beatport.com/label/filth-on-acid/60985

Tracklist:
01. Ilija Djokovic - Atom (Original Mix) 
02. Ilija Djokovic - Gravity (Original Mix)
03. Ilija Djokovic - Nebula (Original Mix)
04. Ilija Djokovic - 1991 (Original Mix)

Release Info: 
Back for his 3rd EP on Filth On Acid, it's the master of brainmelters with pumping beats, Ilija Djokovic, who serves up four more fantastic cuts. We challenge you to play these 4 rocks on a big rig before a massive crowd and not see the concept of gravity being questioned.

Atom kicks off with big techno drums and tense synths layering up into an intense groove. It’s scintillating stuff that takes you to the edge of the cosmos. Gravity is a deeper, more heady track with menacing bass and shooting lasers. Nebula then sucks you into a spooky sound world, with hard drums and cinematic synths adding up to an evocative journey. Last of all, 1991 is more tripped out, with beautiful melodies circling above the soft drums, which makes it feel like you are adrift in space. 

These are four more superbly dramatic techno cuts from one of the best in the game. 

Enjoy your Filth on Acid NOW!

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PREMIERE: Ilija Djokovic - Atom (Original Mix) [Filth On Acid]

Jacob K. is a young passionate techno dj with ambitions to grow to a big empire. He came in touch with techno music when he visited a festival during ADE '17. He became obsessed with the music and the power it brings with it. 
" I think techno connects people. " He thinks that's what makes this kind of music such special.