KR3 | 5-Years Label Anniversary

September 2019 - September 2024
The celebration will run until the end of 2025, featuring various projects.

"Along the way, we meet many strangers. 
All of them appear for a reason - Silent Eyes in the half-light.

Several crossroads come to us without answers, offering only reflections and fears.
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LOST.

Choosing one road means not choosing many others, 
leaving someone or something behind. 
And if we think that will be the right decision, perhaps it won't be.

FIVE YEARS ALONG THE PATH - 
BRINGING BOTH SHADOWS AND LIGHT.

DEATH/REBIRTH"

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5YRS Down-Road | Label Anniversary

KR3.004

After contributing to the genesis of the label, the pioneering techno artist Zadig returns to KR3 with a 6-track EP inclusive two remix by Adriana Lopez & MOD21. 

Silent Warrior is an intense, deep and emotion-filled work dedicated to the memory of a beloved friend. A personal outburst that focuses on the hypnotic and triggering effect that music can have on each of us.

release date April 27, 2021

Silent Warrior

KR3.004 | Zadig - Silent Warrior EP | Incl. Adriana Lopez & Mod21 remixes

KR3.005 

A Day in the Life - is the first chapter of a dedicated series fully curated by Steve Bicknell for KR3. 

This bold new work by the veteran English artist provides an insight into the mind of the artist. 

Side A features three tracks by The Evader, another face of Steve Bicknell. An obscure intro leads us straight to the point: 4/4 sounds, repetitive and hypnotic, not afraid to be heavy. In fact, that's the point: to take everything that is a burden to us and embrace it. After all, there can be no light without darkness. 

On Side B, Steve Bicknell has a killer approach. A parallel rail to Side A, with a more furious, still gloomy approach. He moves in the same direction but vents different emotions. The sound is harder, rawer, faster and more impetuous. 
An outro ends the EP, as if to represent a circle closing: The first lap inside A day in the life.
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releases July 27, 2021

A Day in the Life

KR3.005 | Steve Bicknell - A Day In The Life EP

KR3.006 

For our second anniversary, KR3 is excited to present the second installment of our Various Artists series with contributions from 8 artists. 
Vortex Chronologies Evo.2 - will be available both 2x12” Double Transparent Vinyl and Digital. 

The concept embodied in the label’s logo once again comes to life in this compilation; 
Each artist involved was asked to represent their Sonic Idea of a Vortex, resulting in a selection of tracks different in sound but connected by the same concept. 
Like different paths of the same labyrinth, 
all converging in a common end.

Vinyl A/B
A1. Campbell Irvine - A Wedding March
A2. Claudio PRC - Vektor
B1. Oscar Mulero - Covered In Sand
B2. Inland - Consensual Telepathy

Vinyl C/D
C1. Terence Fixmer - Blizzard
C2. JK Flesh - One Mans Poison
D1. Velvet May - Things You'll Never Know
D2. Alessandro Adriani - Ghosts Are Sidereal

release Date: December 14, 2021 

Mastered & Vinyl Cuttings by Tim Xavier at Manmade Mastering Berlin
Design by noracitt

Vortex Chronologies Evo.2

KR3.006 | Vortex Chronologies Evo.2 _ A/B side | Campbell Irvine, Claudio PRC, Oscar Mulero, Inland

KR3.006 

For our second anniversary, KR3 is excited to present the second installment of our Various Artists series with contributions from 8 artists. 
Vortex Chronologies Evo.2 - will be available both 2x12” Double Transparent Vinyl and Digital. 

The concept embodied in the label’s logo once again comes to life in this compilation; 
Each artist involved was asked to represent their Sonic Idea of a Vortex, resulting in a selection of tracks different in sound but connected by the same concept. 
Like different paths of the same labyrinth, 
all converging in a common end.

Vinyl A/B
A1. Campbell Irvine - A Wedding March
A2. Claudio PRC - Vektor
B1. Oscar Mulero - Covered In Sand
B2. Inland - Consensual Telepathy

Vinyl C/D
C1. Terence Fixmer - Blizzard
C2. JK Flesh - One Mans Poison
D1. Velvet May - Things You'll Never Know
D2. Alessandro Adriani - Ghosts Are Sidereal

Release Date: December 14, 2021 

Mastered & Vinyl Cuttings by Tim Xavier at Manmade Mastering Berlin
Design by noracitt

KR3.006 | Vortex Chronologies Evo.2 _ C/D side | Terence Fixmer, JK Flesh, Velvet May, A. Adriani

KR3.007 

After his contribution to the label's 2nd Anniversary compilation, 
Justin K. Broadrick returns to KR3 with a 6-track solo EP as JK FLESH

One of the most legendary names in the British alternative music scene, with a career spanning three decades with various projects such as Godflesh, JK Flesh, Jesu, ZONAL and more, Broadrick has always been able to push the emotional boundaries that lie within us through sonic violence, and yet he strikes once again with this new release. 

VENEER OF TOLERANCE - is pure electronic power, brain-scratching metal techno. The album opens its dark doors with a rough intro; a driving speech that Justin himself proclaims to be a manifesto on the irregularity and unpredictability of life. 

From then onwards, the whole album assumes the appearance of a running horse. Heavy bass lines with raw resonances feel like an approaching earthquake… A brutal cerebral assault!

Release Date: June 13, 2022 

Written and Composed by Justin K Broadrick 
Published by Mute Song 
Mastered by Tim Xavier at Manmade Mastering Berlin 
Artwork and Design by Federico Gargaglione

Veneer of Tolerance

KR3.007 | JK Flesh - Veneer of Tolerance EP

KR3.008 

KR3 Records, 
is proud to welcome - Shuya - to its roster. 

The Japanese producer whose influences come mostly from the Noise Scene, began his sonic journey as a singer and guitarist with the experimental avant-garde group called Qujaku. 

With his s/h/u/y/a solo project he keeps 
a noise-industrial attitude to his electronic music productions. 
The beginning of his collaboration with KR3 was therefore inevitable. The artist and the label share a mutual approach to sound, with the processing of raw materials into scratchy, deep and mental beats playing a key part in their interpretation of Techno. 

The Sleeper EP - is the first vinyl release under this pseudonym. 
The cover art is curated by the designer Pablo I Prada, who says about his works: “I try to capture human evil in my paintings”. With his music, Shuya does exactly the same. His productions are a disturbing mixture of noise-techno that perfectly evokes the infernal spirit of human existence that also appears in the artwork. 

The Sleeper, is a cerebral, red-painted sonic assault. The intro and outro are composed by recordings of his voice and guitar riffs that show us how deep is his connection to his artistic origins.

Release Date October 17, 2022 

Written & Produced by Shuya Onuki 
Artwork by Pablo I Prada 
Mastered & Vinyl Cutting by: Tim Xavier at Manmade Mastering Berlin

The Sleeper

KR3.008 | s/h/u/y/a - The Sleeper EP

KR3.009 

KR3 Records, 
is proud to welcome Hector Sandoval to its roster. 

Known for his work under many aliases (Komatssu, Selección Natural) and for being one half of Exium, with his solo project TENSAL the artist explores a more instinctive approach to sound arising from a modern vision of techno. 

Recorded entirely analogically, Forgiveness of Blood is the perfect demonstration of his vision; With an ambient intro to ease the listener into the experience, the EP moves through the raw and scratchy sounds that have always distinguished both KR3 and the artist himself. 

The reference to the 12” dynamic and rough rhythms is also clear in the artwork curated by Chianjna.
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releases February 8, 2023 

Written & Produced by Hector Sandoval 
Artwork by Chianjna 
Mastered & Vinyl Cutting by: 
Tim Xavier at Manmade Mastering Berlin

Forgiveness of Blood

KR3.009 | Tensal - Forgiveness of Blood EP

KR3.010 

TEN. KR3 marks the double-figure release, starring David Foster: 
the man behind the Huren project, which has been churning out influential tracks for the past three decades. 

Blood Fire Debt - has been described by David with one word: 'survival'. Indeed, in this tenth release we rediscover an already legendary artist of the power electronics scene, in his most honest and consistent form. Expressing himself through cinematic-noise, harmonised by dark drones and slo-mo rhythms. 

Still navigating through the chaos, this ride will take us back to the 90s, thanks to the presence of a track (B2. Mytologinen) produced in those years. There will be a unique insert with the HUREN portrayed under one of the twin towers.

Blood Fire Debt

KR3.010 | Huren - Blood Fire Debt EP

KR3.011 

If "Forgiveness of Blood” | KR3.009 was marked by a modern vision of techno voiced by Tensal's sound, this remixes EP chronicles the tension that shapes the sound of the artists involved: SHED, Anthony Linell, Alessandro Adriani and Tensal himself. 

Static and hypnotic waves of strain recur, even though the 4 tracks represent 4 different major expressions of what techno explicitly and implicitly stands for. 

Forgiveness of Blood Remixes - is a distillation of the modernist and nostalgic sound capable of impacting both on the dance-floor and mentally. Four strongly evocative tracks that narrate not only the artists' but also the label's path.

Original versions taken from: 
"Forgiveness of Blood" EP by Tensal | Cat. KR3.009

Forgiveness of Blood Remixes

KR3.011 | Tensal - Remixes (by Shed, Anthony Linell, Tensal, A. Adriani)

KR3.012

"Veneer of Tolerance Remixes" is the nine-headed rebirth of KR3 Records' Chapter 07, signed by JK Flesh, an icon revered within the UK's alternative music realm for a trailblazing three-decade career.

Each track of this double-vinyl project unveils a unique reinterpretation, birthing a bespoke tapestry of techno music, a dark sorrowful ode to the genre's diverse landscape.

Reinterpretations by Rrose, Steve Bicknell (two versions), 
Samuel Kerridge, Huren, Reeko, Psyk, Zadig and JK Flesh himself.

Original tracks taken from:
“Veneer of Tolerance” EP by JK Flesh | Cat. KR3.007

Remixes

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KR3.012 | JK Flesh - Remixes (by Rrose, Bicknell, Kerridge, Huren, Reeko, Psyk, Zadig, JK Flesh)

For this special occasion, we are pleased to present 'Veneer of Tolerance' Mix
recorded by Justin K Broadrick through his JK Flesh moniker.
A sonic immersion into the two intense projects curated and released with the Birmingham-producer. 

A 62-minute mix of sounds including some tracks from 'Veneer of Tolerance' EP released in June 2022 and the reinterpretations featured in the recently released 'JK Flesh Remixes'.

In addition, a T-Mag produced interview to Justin covering part of his life and music experiences, 
a focus on KR3 projects and some in-depth details.
Link Q&A: https://www.t-magazine.it/post/in-conversation-with-j-k-flesh

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Tracklist:
JK Flesh - Will All Be Done 
JK Flesh - Will All Be Done (Psyk Remix) 
JK Flesh - Human | Nature (Reeko Remix) 
JK Flesh - Empty Words (Rrose Remix)
JK Flesh - Urge
JK Flesh - Veneer of Tolerance  (Steve Bicknell Remix)
JK Flesh - Veneer of Tolerance  (Zadig Remix)
JK Flesh - Veneer of Tolerance  (Steve Bicknell Outro)
JK Flesh - Empty Words
JK Flesh - Empty Words (Huren Remix)
JK Flesh - Veneer of Tolerance  (Samuel Kerridge Remix)
JK Flesh - Human | Nature 
JK Flesh - The Stranger (JK Flesh Revisit)

Artwork by Federico Gargaglione

Veneer of Tolerance Mix by JK Flesh

KR3.013_

Let's welcome Irene to our roster!

With "Forbidden Memories EP" the label celebrates its thirteenth
release and kicks off KR3's fifth anniversary, which will be celebrated
from September 2024 to Sept. 2025.

This 5-track EP featured a range of waves, from deeply romantic
Techno to heavier beats in pieces like 'Surrounded' and
experimental droning in 'I'd Rather Be Sleeping’

A 12” Hybrid designed to capture every emotion you wish to explore,
embodying the sonic essence that - IA - consistently seeks in her
role as both producer and performer.

KR3. 5 Years Down Road - Let Ireen drive us into the first dimension!

Forbidden Memories EP

KR3.013 | Ireen Amnes - Forbidden Memories EP

KR3.014

We are pleased to introduce Juan / Reeko and his solo EP, marking the second installment of KR3’s five-year anniversary.

After his initial contribution in the "JK Flesh Remixes" double pack, he makes a comeback with a sophisticated and deeply immersive 12", which cleverly alludes to the title of the release!

EL RETORNO DE SATURNO EP - features a complete outer cover displaying a photo made by Marie Quéau, along with an inner sleeve printed on textured cardboard, which further enhances Reeko's sonic exploration in this project.

KR3 | 5YRS - ACT TWO

El Retorno De Saturno

KR3.014 | Reeko - El Retorno De Saturno EP

KR3.015

Rich Oddie (Orphx) and Dave Foster (Huren/Teste) reunite for their electronic-industrial punk project, O/H.

NO CONTACT LP - is a live compilation that captures the raw energy of their performances between 2011 and 2019. This intense anthology distills the essence of their sound: noise-driven electronic power, relentless rhythms, and obsessive vocals. For the first time, this fury is preserved on a double vinyl with a special edition.

Foster's gritty vocals clash with Oddie's dark sound manipulations, reflecting a world on the edge of collapse — a bleak view of modern civilization embodied in their uncompromising music.

KR3 | 5YRS - ACT THREE

No Contact

KR3.015 | O/H - No Contact LP

KR3.016

Steve Bicknell returns to KR3, once again unleashing his mastery of power electronics!

Following his two reinterpretations of last year’s "JK Flesh Remixes" and four years after his solo EP "A Day In The Life" in 2021, Bicknell takes us deep into the realms of his sonic mysticism, marking a significant milestone in the fifth anniversary of the label.

Several Streams of Thought LP - is an unrelenting and immersive odyssey, presented through nine tracks, seven of which will be available on a double 12-inch vinyl, with two exclusive cuts in a limited 7-inch format.

The album hits hard, straight to the brain, with no warning, across sides A, B, and C. Each side is a raw, untamed techno experience, with Bicknell’s unmistakable signature dominating throughout, delivering unwavering intensity and relentless impact.

However, on side D, a transformation takes place: a 15-minute soundscape that turns the embedded waves into breath - a blinding light emerging from the darkness. It’s a moment of tribalism and evocative magic, offering a refreshing pause, a return to balance after the intensity of the shadows.

The 7-inch, available in a limited edition under the title "the eye of the invisible world", contains two tracks - one on side E and the other on side F.

The mystical sounds complete this dual experience: one part filled with dark, untamed energy, while the other brings a sense of mental lightness, emphasizing breathwork and emotional self-healing.

S | B is back, stronger than ever! 

KR3 | 5YRS - ACT FOUR

Several Streams of Thought

KR3.016 | Steve Bicknell - Several Streams of Thought LP

To mark the upcoming release "Several Streams of Thought" - Steve Bicknell's new album, due out on May 9th on double vinyl, with a limited edition including a 7-inch, KR3 joins forces with the British producer to deliver a mix that shares the album's title, capturing its spirit and essence.

This journey chronicles Bicknell's decades-long exploration of electronic music, reflecting his deep roots as a collector, DJ, and producer. Drawing from a wide palette of tones and inspirations, it offers a raw and honest snapshot of his constantly evolving sonic identity.

Over the course of 75 minutes, the mix shifts from bright atmospheres to textures of pure power, ultimately entering a dark, low-ceilinged tunnel before reappearing in blinding white, taking a deep breath, and continuing. 

It’s an intricate processing of various dimensions, featuring exclusive unreleased tracks from the 2x12" and 7" editions of the album.

Album Pre-Order via KR3 Bandcamp Account: 
https://kr3stevebicknell.bandcamp.com/album/several-streams-of-thought

Resident Advisor feature on S. Bicknell's new album here: https://it.ra.co/news/82511


MIX TRACKLIST:
1. Steve Bicknell - The Eye of The Invisible World.1 [Extract]
2. Jam Breaks - Funky Funky Time [Steve Bicknell • backtotheparty edit]
3. Liquid Liquid - Lock Groove In & Out
4. Strafe - Set It Off
5. Boogie Down - Haven't Been Funked Enough [Steve Bicknell • backtotheparty edit]
6. Kevin Starke - Jaws
7. K Alexi - Relax With Chicago PT.2
8. Lil Louis - Club Lonely [Steve Bicknell • backtotheparty edit]
9. Pitched Black - When Stars Collide
10. Steve Bicknell - The Eye of The Invisible World.1 [Extract]
11. Steve Bicknell - The Concept of Practopia
12. Steve Bicknell - The Reassurance Ritual
14. Steve Bicknell -  Scene Two [Extract]

Several Streams of Thought Mix by Steve Bicknell

KR3.017

Orphx makes a striking comeback with a six-track EP on KR3, celebrating Rich & Christie’s three-decade career bridging the industrial music and techno scenes. 

Theikos EP - spans multiple eras and moods, merging raw, ancient production methods with modern interpretations. The result is a sonic landscape that bridges pulsing club rhythms with the intense energy of extreme electronics and death industrial. The title track, "Theikos," began in 1998 and was only finalized in 2024, years of evolution shaping it into a truly formidable piece.

This 12" release stands out as a deep and fully realized body of work, filled with personal insight and resonant echoes of a primordial world.

The standard edition comes in a sleek single-pocket gatefold sleeve, featuring a 1997 photograph taken in Toronto by Michael Nine, capturing the duo in their early years and visually anchoring the album to the roots of their sound. Limited and special editions include an exclusive booklet with archival photos of Orphx and a poster, along with a promotional videos featuring remastered and reimagined archival footage created especially for this release.

Theikos

KR3.017 | Orphx - Theikos EP

KR3.001

Vortex Chronologies Evo.1

The first release of the new Hypnotic techno label KR3 is a mini-compilation of four club bangers that symbolises the inception and evolution of a vortex - concept that is also embodied in the label’s logo. 
It's a highly powerful release that seduces the listener into a labyrinth of twisted thoughts; a notion that has been widely embraced and evoked by all the artists who have contributed with their participation to the genesis of the label. 

“VORTEX CHRONOLOGIES Evo.”  will be our V.A. Series

Release date February 10, 2020

Vortex Chronologies Evo.1

KR3.001 | Vortex Chronologies Evo.1 | Steve Bicknell, Zadig, Giorgio Gigli & Lunatik, Iori

KR3.002

Curated by the Japanese techno pioneer Takaaki Itoh, with an additional remix by Claudio PRC.  

KR3 first EP is an intricate labyrinth of sounds, set to come out on both Vinyl and Digital format.

- Mutual Recognition - is a work of insistent raw elements that interweave with hypnotic segments, creating a sense of bewilderment.

Release date July 22, 2020

Mutual Recognition

KR3.002 | Takaaki Itoh - Mutual Recognition EP | Incl. Claudio PRC remix

KR3.003

Steve Bicknell presents: 27

“Track 12” and Reinterpretations. 
“Flame in Darkness” EP - released 1993 
 
It was back in 1993 when Steve Bicknell first resealed "Track 12" on Cosmic Records.
27 years later the veteran artist travels back in time and teams up with KR3 to re-issue this techno masterpiece, inclusive the original re-edit there are three new interpretations by Jing, Metro Skim & Heartless.

Out on September 27th both in vinyl and digital format, 27 symbolises a meeting point between past, present and future of techno. 
The music is there to remind us that time is circular, nothing is still and everything evolves.

Release date September 27, 2020

KR3.003 | Steve Bicknell presents: 27 | 1993 “Track 12" & Reinterpretations

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