Otik's debut on Aus Music, the Xoul Trap EP back in May 2023, showcased his unique blend of atmospheric and breakbeat-powered techno. It is one of many releases over the last decade that have helped establish Ashley Thomas as an artist with a left-of-centre perspective. As well as curating his own Solar Body label he has dropped his singer sounds on Mall Grab's Steel City Dance Discs and Martyn's 3024, where he served up his debut album Cosmosis late in 2024. 

The lush 'Retrograde' is doused in loved-up synth layers and beautiful arps that swirl around a dusty, driving beat. The celestial charm is heightened with angelic vocal motifs that drift through the mix as the lo-fi drums drive on and lock you into a hazy trance.  
'X-Dream' is another melodic masterclass, this time with a garage-tinged and shuffling groove. Gorgeously tender keys rain down from above next to more echoing vocal coos and heavenly synth smears. The whole thing has a hint of melancholy that makes for an even more lasting impact.

Retrograde/X-Dream

Otik - Retrograde

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B. Dolan - Modified Warrior Version

All Systems Are Lying / Run Free

All Systems Are Lying

Sophomore track from IDM-inspired artist Atticz. Features experimental elements of ambient, downtempo, acid techno, hauntology, with inspiration drawn from the likes of Aphex Twin and Boards of Canada

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Variations

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B. Dolan - Ice Cream Wars (Quick & Dirty)

B.Dolan_Ice Cream Wars_[B3 Remix]

B Dolan - Ice Cream Wars (pezabeth remix)

Lyrics:

I shut myself away, among traitors and acquaintances
They all want you when you win, then leave when you’re losing
She said she loved me, but it was just a sickness
All these bitches by my side don’t help me grow in the slightest

I see the faces of the damned on these walls
Their souls slipping away across those tiles
Don’t know if I should tell you the truth or just stop trying
With all this hate, I don’t know which way to go

I come out of the darkness, but I’m born of the shadows
What would a bitch even do to hold me down?
You took everything without even asking
I had plans that flew away like ashes in the wind

Don’t know if I’m still me or if there’s something inside
That’s why I seek comfort in these slot machines
The devil talks to me, won’t ever let me quit
We’re all just puppets with invisible strings

I drown in thoughts looking for a way out
I drown in drinks just to forget about my life
Took too many pills, now I gotta fix this mess
She wants me ‘cause she knows I could change her life

Sometimes I talk to myself like I’m someone else
Ask him if he remembers when we used to be at peace
Now I drink just to kill the fire burning within
But alcohol won’t erase what’s broken deep in me

They say I’ve got talent but don’t know the cost
Nights lying on the floor with my breath all torn
Eyes fixed on the ceiling searching for a sign
But all I ever saw above me were old mistakes

My people search for coins in different pockets
But they’re happier than those with only cash
I learned that peace is a fleeting moment
And that love kisses you, then throws you in the trash

She told me I was different, but she was just scared
I gave her my heart, but she only wanted the mask
She kept coming back, so I just fucked her
I don’t do charity, I’ve done more than enough

I shut myself away, among traitors and acquaintances
They used to laugh behind my back, now they act like they’re wise
Empty eyes, cold hands, dreams with no weight
Running through the bubble with violent steps

She says I’ve changed because of how I act
I’ve learned to stay quiet, even with the winners
I speak little, smoke heavy, live between two timelines
Not even my own intentions can save me now

Mix e master @hoodieindahood

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I made this when I was peaking on 2cb watching triangle of sadness but I was also feeling a bit of sadness you know? have fun thats what it made my colour perception like 

triangle of badness

Insomniac state sits somewhere between contemplation and unease — a quiet exploration of darkness, stillness, and space.

Insomniac State

one of my favourite artists stole £60 from me 

triangle of badness

Alan Chat