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James Haddad aka James Smyth a New Zealand/Lebanese techno producer based in Berlin.His Hypnotic sound design revolves around psychoacoustic techniques blended with middle eastern sounds and distorted kick drums to achieve a groovy and mind altering experience on the dancefloor 

SC: https://soundcloud.com/james-smyth-2
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu/

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James Smyth - Syncast [SYN114]

James Smyth, New Zealand born, Lebanese blood, is a techno producer/Dj based in Berlin. His Hypnotic sound design revolves around psychoacoustic techniques blended with middle eastern sounds and distorted kick drums to achieve a groovy and mind altering experience on the dancefloor.

Follow: @james-smyth-2
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu/

Artwork by Stela Alusi
Instagram.com/stela_alusi

ORBIT Series #003 - James Smyth

James Smyth, a 26-year-old DJ with Lebanese roots, born in New Zealand, currently resides in Berlin. At the age of 12, he discovered his passion for DJing by initially experimenting with Virtual DJ. A year later, after switching to a DJ controller, his love for DJing deepened, simultaneously sparking his interest in music production.

NEER Podcast 018: James Symth

Label: Cumulonimbus Berlin
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno, Electro
Cat No: 13
Date release: 11.04.2024
Format: Digital
Mastering: Younes Jamil
Artwork: DJ DEKADENT, Mara Vorberg

Support the artist:
IG: instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu/
SC: soundcloud.com/james-smyth-2

James Smyth - Dystopian Future

Cycles Podcast // 159 - James Smyth

Welcome to Cycles introducing James Smyth from Berlin, Germany. James draws inspiration from his Lebanese roots infusing his music with the vibrant essence of Middle Eastern rhythms. His dance floor oriented tracks are meticulously crafted, featuring intricate sound design with a hypnotic allure and a touch of mystique. James’s selection captivates listeners, inviting them to lose themselves in the pulsating beats and evocative melodies. For Cycles he has prepared a swinging set to keep your head bouncing and your feet tapping.

Switch on, tune in, flunk out!

Tracklist:
01: @cerrot-music - Coffee Beats	
02: @bailey-ibbs - Manic Room
03: @lewisdj - Dolphin (Tommy’s Groovy Mix)	
04: @fforum - The Day After
05: @bw000000 - 2002 (@palma Remix)	
06: @dj-kuss - Backsteinboot Memories 	
07: @hedstroem_pflug - Torpedo
08: @mikrotakt - The Third Point
09: @drukniancity-music - Melon Berry
10: @ketch-music & @vidrik - Clocca
11: @hawgk - Paper Logic
12: @rill-sc - Sescenti
13: @red_rooms - Singularity
14: @tolodj - Tribe Danza
15: @essence_de - Hypnotherapy
16: @palma - Cameo
17: @hedstroem_pflug - Chloroplast
18: @juriheidemann - Kesema
19: @ziskomusic - Sex Magick III (The Celebration)
20: @aintshxr1 - Code
21: @dogonacid & CSB - Kudu
22: @mikrotakt - Ruthlessness
23: @err0music - Paroxetina
24: @toobris - No, But Maybe Later
25: @huey-mnemonic - D’wave Zone

SOUNDCLOUD: www.soundcloud.com/james-smyth-2
INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu

Cycles // 159 - James Smyth (techno, groove, hypnotic)

Label: Cumulonimbus Berlin
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Cat No: 17
Date release: 03.10.2024
Format: Digital
Mastering: Younes Jamil
Artwork: DJ DEKADENT, Mara Vorberg

Support the Label:
soundcloud.com/cumulonimbus-berlin/
www.instagram.com/cumulonimbus.berlin/
cumulonimbusberlin.bandcamp.com/

James Smyth - Polar Moon

MASTERING BY @dokusanexperience
Bandcamp release November 15, 2024 
all others and Streaming Dec 15, 2024

mastered by Dokusan Projekt 

FOLLOW THE ARTISTS
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@alessio_landini
@barbosa-official
@cestek 
@d639 + @joshmakesgrooves
@dogonacid 
@kikaofficial
@ntt5
Krow 
@james-smyth-2
@mamwadi
@eduardorodarte
@mikrotakt
@mzrmusic
@novek_art
@raddtc
@rodentor
System-K 
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MZRRECVA02 - Various Artists

My next guest on Yax Invites is James Smyth.

James, a Berlin-based producer and DJ, is known for his dynamic approach to techno. His Lebanese heritage plays a key role in shaping his sound, blending the rich, rhythmic textures of the Middle East into his music. Known for his carefully curated, dancefloor-focused tracks, James combines intricate sound design with a captivating hypnotic energy. His selection entices listeners to immerse themselves in deep grooves and atmospheric melodies, creating a journey that is both entrancing and mysterious. 

In this mix, James explores rising intensities at a constant bpm, creating an uplifting set that still feels grounded and tells a story. He layers multiple tracks that resonate with his unique perception of techno.

https://soundcloud.com/james-smyth-2

Yax Invites #207 - James Smyth

Orbit Berlin is a new underground techno label and collective created by Flight Møde, G.oss, and Kobzev. Supporting upcoming talent is a focus alongside established artists, with an eye on raw, spacey sounds and an analogue machine ethos.

'VA001' is their inaugral 10-track compilation that welcomes a host of talent from countries including Spain, Germany, Ireland, France, and Italy.

Collectively the artists included have released on top quality labels such as Robert Hoff's trau-ma, A.Paul's Naked Lunch, Fiedel's Fiedeltwo, Z.I.P.P.O's Fides, Ketch's SYXT, Philippe Petit's Knotweed, Fixon & Dig-it's ANAØH, OECUS, Synergie, amongst others.

Expect to hear raw, hypnotic, gritty textures, dystopian vibes, dubby chords, sci-fi influences, and modular love.

Follow: @james-smyth-2

James Smyth - Tender Pressure

For this new premiere, we are happy to feature James Smyth with his upcoming track “Fragrant”, from the next MZRRecords "MZRRECDIG005" to be released the 20/03/2025

Release date: March 20, 2025 
Label: MZRRecords 
Track: Fragrant 
Artist: James Smyth 
Catalog: MZRRECDIG005 
Buy link: https://mzr-records.bandcamp.com/album/mzrrecdig005
Format: Digital 
Genre: Techno
Mastering: Dokusan Project 

Support the Artist: 
Soundcloud: @james-smyth-2
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu/

Support the Label: 
Soundcloud: @mzr-records 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mzr_records/

MZRRECDIG005

Elata Premiere: James Smyth - Fragrant [MZRRECDIG005]

Support the Label here: https://mzr-records.bandcamp.com/

Album Name: MZRRECDIG005
Artist(s): James Smyth
Label: MZRRECORDS
Catalog: MZRRECDIG005
Format: Digital 
Genre: #Electronic
Style: #Techno
Release date: 20 March On Bandcamp
Mastering: DOKUSAN MASTERING 
Artwork: attached - by MZR

Support the Artist:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu?igsh=MWRhbTR2Z2VmZjR1ZA==
SC: Check out James Smyth on #SoundCloud https://on.soundcloud.com/E8xgzcShN82Gsn3g7

Support the Label:
SC: Check out MZRRECORDS on #SoundCloud https://on.soundcloud.com/DuLYsQqvTe5drG4a6
IG:https://www.instagram.com/mzr_records?igsh=MTZ4ZDRpOXdpbWR2eA==

SYN Premiere: James Smyth - Sct [MZRRECDIG005]

We are very excited to present “Chill Guy” by James Smyth. Forthcoming on MZRRECORDS March 20th!

Support the artist:
https://on.soundcloud.com/B1C4LBYNSysqBVyo8

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu?igsh=MWRhbTR2Z2VmZjR1ZA==

Support the label:
https://soundcloud.com/mzr-records

Bandcamp:
https://mzr-records.bandcamp.com/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/mzr_records/

PREMIERE: James Smyth - Chill Guy [MZRRECDIG005]

For this new premiere, we are happy to feature James Smyth with his upcoming track “Chill Girl”, from the next MZRRecords "MZRRECDIG005" to be released the 20/03/2025

Release date: March 20, 2025 
Label: MZRRecords 
Track: Chill Girl 
Artist: James Smyth
Catalog: MZRRECDIG005 
Buy link: mzr-records.bandcamp.com/album/mzrrecdig005
Format: Digital 
Genre: Techno
Mastering: Dokusan Project

Support the Artist: 
Soundcloud: @james-smyth-2
Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu/

Support the Label: 
Soundcloud: @mzr-records 
Instagram: www.instagram.com/mzr_records/

Premiere: James Smyth - Chill Girl [MZRRECDIG005]

Album Name: MZRRECDIG005
Artist(s): James Smyth
Label: MZRRECORDS
Catalog: MZRRECDIG005
Format: wav
Genre: #techno
Release date: 20 March On Bandcamp
Mastering: DOKUSAN MASTERING - dokusan_mastering 
Soundcloud: https://on.soundcloud.com/kB3HnjVJhqHNUZWP7

Artwork: attached - by MZR

Support the Artist:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jamesmyth.shu/
SC: https://soundcloud.com/james-smyth-2

Support the Label:
SC: https://soundcloud.com/mzr-records
IG: https://www.instagram.com/mzr_records/
BC: https://mzrsyxt.bandcamp.com

PW PREMIERE | James Smyth - Holy Land [MZRRECDIG005]

Producer/Dj

Producer/Dj

I draw inspiration from my Lebanese roots, blending the vibrant essence of Middle Eastern rhythms into both my productions and DJ sets. Whether in the studio or behind the decks, I aim to create hypnotic, high energy experiences that keep the dancefloor moving. With pulsating beats, intricate sound design, and a touch of mystique, I invite listeners to lose themselves in the music.

James Smyth

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