Michael “Mayo” , 29, was born in Malta and has recently brought his sound to Berlin’s underground. His journey began in 2015, when the hypnotic pulse of techno and the intimacy of underground club culture first captured him. A year later, he stepped behind the decks, learning the craft on a modest setup of Numark CDJs and a Behringer mixer. The gear may have been humble, but it became the crucible where his understanding of rhythm, flow, and crowd connection took shape.

By 2019, Mayo’s dedication bore fruit with his first club booking at the iconic Liquid Club, following a debut event with his collective, Selekt. This milestone opened new doors, and by 2020 he was venturing into music production, shaping his own sonic landscapes to complement his DJ sets.

Mayo’s sound is informed by both global and local influences. International techno figures such as DVS1, Ø [Phase], Oscar Mulero, Rødhåd, Luke Slater, and Setaoc Mass left indelible marks on his approach, inspiring depth, precision, and intensity. Equally formative was the Maltese scene, particularly Manthrax of Disorder, whose performances taught him that DJing is as much about holding space for a crowd as it is about the music itself. Watching these artists, Mayo discovered the power of guiding a room and the artistry inherent in every set.

For Mayo, growth is a continuous journey. He believes in staying humble, exploring different genres, and absorbing every facet of a night from the tentative opening, through the peak’s surging energy, to the reflective closing. Experimentation keeps him alive, but authenticity remains paramount. Staying true to the sound that represents him is non-negotiable.

Mayo is deeply connected to Malta’s thriving electronic music scene, a fertile ground of talent and innovation. He highlights artists such as Etched, Budg, Dave Space, Human Safari, Limon, Kyle Cortis, Yazmin, Gordon Flash, Mato, Georg Muski, and Patient, alongside emerging voices like STK, Mus, Gabbu, and iNK, all contributing to a vibrant cultural pulse that resonates far beyond the island.

Ultimately, Mayo is driven by the visceral connection between sound and people. The greatest reward comes when a dance floor moves as one, when every element of light, rhythm, and body aligns. In these moments, the DJ becomes more than a performer. He becomes a guide, shaping the energy of a room and experiencing a profound sense of fulfillment that defines the essence of his craft.

Locals Series // 181 - ASPEKT

Hatewax - Bubbles

Listen exclusively here to the premiere of the track 'SIGVARD -  Glare Void' to be released with the ‘Chronicles of the Void EP' on November 7th, 2025 via Skryptöm.

Get your copy here: https://skryptom.bandcamp.com/album/chronicles-of-the-void

Follow:
https://soundcloud.com/tomhades aka SIGVARD
@skryptom-records

Premiere: SIGVARD -  Glare Void [Skryptöm]

Vielnith is a DJ and promoter from Kamianets-Podilskyi, founder of the RHYTHMICA formation and resident of Trip Error.
She has performed in Lviv, Kyiv, Chernivtsi, Odesa and Ternopil, including events such as Laboratorium, Sweetanok, Rebound, Trip Error and Kontakt, where she shaped her own distinctive sound.
The core of her sets is groove that takes hypnotic forms and textures, creating a space of continuous motion.
Her sound balances between trance-like immersion and rhythmic pressure, turning music into a physical experience.
Each set is a journey through darkness and light where rhythm becomes a universal language that unites listeners in a shared flow

w/ VIELNITH- Podcast #420

Siemanko! 

Mamy dla Was podcast od Izy Fortuny - jak to w naszym cyklu bywa - naładowane groovu po sam dach! Jest to jeden z gości, który wystąpi u nas 29 listopada na MOCNO TECHNO pres. Iza Fortuna, Illusion w klubie Kosmos! Dziękujemy za podesłanie i zapraszamy do odsłuchu. Pozdro! 

BIO:
Iza Fortuna - DJ-ka techno, aktualnie zamieszkująca w Warszawie. Absolwentka Instytutu Dźwięku w Warszawie.
Występowała w klubach takich jak Prozak 2.0, Balance Klub, Willa czy Schron. Grała również podczas imprez takich jak
Cyberglow czy Anja Schneider & Chāos.
Jej sety oscylują wokół tempa 140 BPM i charakteryzują się mocną energią oraz surowym, współczesnym brzmieniem.
Chętnie sięga także po hipnotyczne dźwięki, które wciągają słuchaczy w trans i budują intensywną atmosferę na
parkiecie.
Obecnie pracuje nad swoimi pierwszymi autorskimi produkcjami i skupia się na dalszym rozwijaniu swojego unikalnego stylu.

Social media:

https://www.instagram.com/iza.fortuna
https://soundcloud.com/izafortuna
https://www.facebook.com/izafortuna.if/

KotłowniaCast #25 - Iza Fortuna

It’s another electric debut as EarToGround Records proudly introduce Spanish artist Finalversion3 to the label.

Estudio sobre la Belleza de lo Físico (Study on the Beauty of the Physical) marks a shift towards a rawer, more physical, and club-oriented approach in Finalversion3’s sonic exploration. If his recent EP Todos Los Siempres was an intricate dissection of broken rhythms and fractured structures, this new release embraces direct impact, an ode to the dancefloor, to the body in motion, to the sheer physicality of sound… a tribute to the club as a visceral experience.

Backing this EP you have immersive yet surgically crafted remix work from EarToGround mainstays Gareth Wild and Voicedrone as well as a pressurised reworking from Measure Divide.
credits

Releases November 28, 2025

Artist: Finalversion3 
Label: EarToGround Records 
Cat: ETG063

Written and produced by Finalversion3.
Graphic concept by Finalversion3.
Graphic design by Grade A.
Distributed by Triple Vision.

Premiere: Finalversion3 - Cartílago [ETG063]

Premiere of "Lovermut" by Shaun Moses & Edgar de Ramon, taken from "Lovermut" EP, forthcoming on Molecular Recordings 

Pre - Order: 
https://moleculartechno.bandcamp.com/

Label: Molecular Recordings 
Artist: Shaun Moses & Edgar de Ramon
Title: Lovermut EP
Track: Lovermut
Catalogue Number: MOL053D
Format: Digital
Release Date: December 5, 2025

“Molecular Recordings is set to release “Lovermut”, a bold collaboration between visionary producers Shaun Moses and Edgar de Ramon. This four-track EP dives deep into the heart of modern techno, delivering pulsating energy, driving rhythms, and meticulously crafted soundscapes. Each track makes a statement: rolling percussion and powerful sub-bass meet hypnotic synth layers and immersive atmospheres, building momentum that captivates both mind and body. The result is a release designed for peak-time intensity while maintaining a refined, nuanced approach to sound design. Balancing force and emotion, Moses and de Ramon navigate the intersection of depth and energy, shaping a sonic journey defined by tension, release, and evolving textures. It showcases their talent for merging intricate production with dancefloor vitality. With its immersive layers and hypnotic rhythms, this release reinforces Molecular Recordings’ reputation as a hub for forward-thinking techno, designed for listeners and dancers seeking an impactful experience”

Follow Molecular Recordings: 
SC: https://soundcloud.com/molecular-recordings  
IG: https://www.instagram.com/molecularofficial

Follow Shaun Moses: 
SC: https://soundcloud.com/shaunmoses
IG: https://www.instagram.com/shaunmosesofficial/

Follow Edgar de Ramon: 
SC: https://soundcloud.com/edgarderamon
IG: https://www.instagram.com/edgarderamon/

Lovernut EP

Pre - Order

Shaun Moses & Edgar de Ramon - Lovermut [Premiere I MOL053D]

art.ic - Zibby Sub

The Mininalist vs The Sixth Sense - Eyes Don’t Lie

12 remixes of Believe In Love by *The Semblance - available to buy & download from 27th February 2026

The original version is on the album 'Trance Euphoria Volume 1' - available worldwide now! - https://music.apple.com/gb/album/trance-euphoria-vol-1/1824897203

*** Look out for Trance Euphoria Volume 2 - out March 2026 ***

Check out more terrific music by The Semblance at Soundcloud & via the links below:-

Apple: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/the-semblance/1715418466

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5kumM6kzXoJ4NK9Oo5OXkG?si=1Pnf72bjQp2Moj5PBMidtA

YouTube: https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCdwG3k-KQUuDTb06WOo_EcQ?si=k0jZMupCJelnhcS4

Thanks, Clive - Spyda Music Productions

PLEASE NOTE: *The Semblance is a Spyda Music Productions artist & should not be confused with any artist/band with a similar name

Believe In Love (The Remixes)

Believe In Love (Underground Club Mix)

Believe In Love

The Semblance - Believe In Love (Underground Club Mix)

MR16    (FREE DOWNLOAD)

Miejsce w którym usłyszysz podcasty zaproszonych przez nas gości. 

Kotłownia - kolektyw dj-ski składający się z grupy przyjaciół mający na celu przywrócenie Lublina na rejwową scenę polski. 

Nasi DJ-e: Fatgoat, BlackBird, Wąs

Kontakt:
kotlownia.techno@gmail.com

KotłowniaCast #25 - Iza Fortuna

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