2 years after his critically acclaimed “Ultrachroma” album, Kangding Ray returns to ARA with a decisively dance-floor LP named “ZERO”.
As the artwork suggests, his different explorations and influences converge into one point on this record, where sound becomes a raw vibration, precisely engineered to bring bodies into movement.
This record marks both a return to the source of his sound in its purest shape, with hints of his debuts on the experimental label raster-noton, as well as the hypnotic journeys he is now known for with his DJsets.
As an artist who is constantly reshaping his own sound in search of new forms, Kangding Ray offers here a singular take on modern dance music, driven by a visceral and futuristic approach.

“When an audio signal crosses the X-axis, there is an infinitesimal moment of silence. ZERO is inspired by this quiet instant, a point of inversion where vibrations die and are reborn at the same time” . KR

ZERO

03 SOLA

02 IPSO

01 IOTA

05 ETOS

06 OMEN

04 TARO

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OCLK-Kast 051 : : @johnplazamusic

Chilean-born and Barcelona-based, John Plaza delivers a hypnotic set shaped by minimalist percussion, continuous atmospheres, and subtle broken rhythms. Guided by precision and a drive for exploration, it unfolds depth and movement.

Founder of Linderluft Records, sound designer, and member of the DIATRIBA Collective. With releases on labels such as Circular Limited, Annuled Music, Fur:ther Sessions, The Gods Planet, and Postdynamic, he continues to refine a sound defined by curiosity and hypnotic intent.

Gracias, John.

OCLK-Kast 051 : : JOHN PLAZA

Portal: What Lies Beyond.

Episode 08: Meridian.r

This eighth foray into the otherworld is helmed by another resident of the UK’s North - Sheffield based Meridian.r. Curator of the excellent Cycle podcast - formally an event series bringing some top tier deep techno talent to an intimate warehouse in the Steel City - it is currently a series of mixes that shines a light on the northern adjacent left-field electronics scene.

No stranger to helming the decks himself, having been pushing the deep grooves at the likes of the iconic Groundwork and Magnetic North as well as his own events, we had the fine selections of Meridian.r on showcase at one of our recent monthly gatherings - wandering through a delightful garden of sounds that fit very well with our own tastes here at Portal.

Another entry into the series composed entirely on a pair of 1210s, Meridian.r’s mix weaves from the depths of ambient oceans through dub techno infused breaks and chuggers, the energy building tacitly until equilibrium is found in a heady concoction of hypnotic techno that rides the interplay between drive and groove in style. See you on the other side. 

@meridian-r
@cycle0114

What Lies Beyond 08: Meridian.r

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Tracklist:
Spacetime Continuum - Transmitter [Reflective]
Foreign Material - Behind cyclopean trees [Lowless]
Svarog - Painted Sorrows [Derailed]
Claudio PRC - Eelume [Delsin]
Versalife - Nova Prospekt (Stenny Remix) [Trust]
Rasser - Add Sustain (Vril Remix) [aspect:ratio]
Carre - Air Sign [SPE:C]
TMSV - Ominous [Cosmic Bridge]
Kangding Ray - Helios Rave Draft [ara]
Vertical67 - Break the Chain [Mechatronica]
Silicon Scally - Digicell [Cultivated Electronics]
Sentient State - Fear is the Mind Killer [E-Missions]
Endrew - Blossom [Upfront Copy]
Stefan Vincent - Arpeggino [Musar]
nthng - 1 2 Butterfly [Delsin]
747 - Lost Lagoon [Aquaregia]

Aquaregia Studio Mix No. 26: Emily Nicoll

"Reflection Code" is an EP that delves into the multifaceted aspects of human reflection through a collection of immersive musical compositions, each inviting the listener on a unique sonic journey. The EP invites listeners to explore their inner reflections and connect with each composition on a profound level, creating a unique auditory landscape that lingers long after the music ends.

Toki Fuko music can be described as mechanical signals are structured in a hypnotic substance. Their constant musical experimentation actor perceives as an analysis of the surrounding world.


Mastered by Neel at enisslab, Rome

Release date: September 10th, 2025
Pre-Order available: https://annulledmusic.bandcamp.com/album/reflection-code

https://on.soundcloud.com/O3e6ElEBN9j7Bo4jYQ

Toki Fuko - Reflection Code.  12"

Welcome to another hypnotic experience.

In this case, we're really glad to introduce https://soundcloud.com/yuddyash.

Yuddy Ash is a producer and DJ based in Kyoto, Japan. His sets explore percussive techno with organic grooves, layered rhythms, and a slightly mystical touch. Drawing inspiration from both nature and abstract soundscapes, he crafts immersive journeys that blur the lines between the physical and the unreal.

Intriguing & cutting edge sounds that will keep your ear hooked the whole session. We promise.

Enjoy.

CODECAST X - Yuddy Ash - Groove Retailer

Boss of Madrid’s seminal imprint Semantica, Spanish DJ and producer Svreca steps in the series with a monster two-hour jaunt into his multi-faceted techno headspace. As ever busy pushing the club sound’s envelope with great loads of heavyweight kicks and trenchant snares, Svreca has us all kitted out for a breathtaking dive into gravityless territories and cragged moonscapes. Flush with hair-raising momenti, unsuspected plot twists and climactic rollercoasting, his mix shifts the focus constantly betwixt textural magnification and rhythm-enslaved abandon, having you wading into the instant’s XTC to most mesmeric effect. A rough, Indus-minded masterclass from one of the finest to ever do it. Rampage mode on.

soundcloud.com/semantica-records


Reclaim Your City 659 | Svreca

AFD001 - John Darque - Birdsong

https://anodynicfrequencies.bandcamp.com/album/john-darque-birdsong-ep

OUT!! 17.10.25

Tracks written By:
@johndarque

Remixes by:
@ferniemusic
@arturo-salerno

Mastering Services:
Brice Deloose at Incidence Studio

AFD001 - John Darque - Birdsong EP (Inc. Fernie Remix & Tadhe Remix)

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ENDLOSSCHLEIFE

From his early releases on the legendary german imprint raster-noton, to his more recent output aimed at the club, Kangding Ray managed to trace a singular trajectory, navigating the unexplored territories between experimental music and dance music.

Through his consistency as both Live performer and DJ, and a number of critically acclaimed releases, Kangding Ray showed his ability to keep a genuine artistic approach, while slowly crafting a unique universe, equally focused on emotional response and visceral impact.

Kangding Ray’s music tests boundaries, evolving constantly in its exploration of texture and rhythms, while talking equally to the body and the mind.
From his past as architect, Kangding Ray kept a multidisciplinary approach to art, applying his craft in diverse artistic fields such as visual arts, film scores, audiovisual installations and dance performances.

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Kangding Ray

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