Mahkina is the alter ego of Mexico producer Alex Aguayo. In this project, he offers a perspective of a mixture between industrial sounds, classic rave drum sequences, and atmospheric trance grooves for clubbing purposes and gives us a look back into the 90s classic old-school vibes. The EP is composed of three original songs by Mahkina and three remixes made by: Imanol, Gala and Manuel Sahagun.

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Mahkina - Flashback (Gala Remix)

Jorkes returns home with new EP 'Sodomy'. It comes with remixes from Chinaski and Man Power and artwork and photography by Daniel Rajcsanyi. 

German-born but Austria-based Jorkes has been riding high on a wave of creativity recently with notable outings on top labels Permanent Vacation and Live At Robert Johnson. They are the latest releases in a long line that mix up sensuous disco, rough-edged house music and plenty of culturally engaging sounds in between. As a result, she sits at the forefront of the underground as a DJ, promoter, producer and radio host who centers gender, queer and egalitarian issues in her work. 

Opener 'Sodomy' is a deep and steamy rhythm with whispered vocals drawing you into an intimate atmosphere. Acid lines rumble down low while blasts of synths add a stark counterpoint as the intensity grows and you find yourself riding on the crest of a rumbling techno wave. The brilliantly loose drums and percussion of 'Hotel Date' are overlaid with slick synth arps that encourage dancers to release their inner kinks. Guttural vocal sounds and dark wave vocals, the sound of spandex and lashings of acid all bring further life and energy to this sensual workout. The brilliant trio of originals closes with the loved-up 'Where Are You,' a deeper and more introspective track with synths radiating hope and happiness over romantic downtempo drums. 

'Hotel Date' gets remixed by Chinaski, a resident DJ at Robert Johnson and producer for labels like Running Back with a hooky synth sound that draws inspiration from his love of soundscapes and cinematography. He brings 80s synth vibes to his soaring and glistening future-retro disco workout. Man Power remixes 'Sodomy' and is one of the most versatile artists in the scene. The Me Me Me label head does it all from dark disco to raw techno on a tasteful range of outlets while playing the most cultured parties. Here he lays down heavy but rubbery drums that build the pressure with sensuous vocals and taught synth phrases driving home the groove. 

'Sodomy' is another dark and alluring package of salacious club sounds

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Jorkes - Hotel Date

Cormac invites Tjade to round up the summer with a touch of melancholic dreaminess. Les Hautes comes out on Cormac‘s esteemed Polari imprint 25th of August.

The three-track EP translates into ‘‘the highs‘‘ and it serves as a perfect end-of-summer soundtrack. Les Hautes is synth-heavy and lush, with a touch of acid moments, subtle kicks and haunting vocals - evoking the dreamy cinematic sonic potency which allows an enchanting otherworldly send-off.

Les Hautes was written during the first months of the pandemic, pushing out the very last bit of inspiration to embody the moments of the fading dancefloor happiness.
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released August 25, 2023

Tracks written & produced by: Tjade de Vries
Mixed by: Mathijs Smit
Mastered at The Wall
Artwork by: mycheapdreams
Video : Mathias Schuckert

Tjade - Les Hautes Mynes

Azaria & Andrea Lacoste - Hexagrama
BUY LINK:  https://labellerecords.bandcamp.com/album/hexagrama
Label: La Belle Records (https://soundcloud.com/labellerecords)
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Andrea Lacoste (https://soundcloud.com/andrealacoste)
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Azaria  (https://soundcloud.com/azaria-musik)
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Set to release this October 13th via La Belle Records. Azaria & Andrea Lacoste join forces for "Hexagrama". This collaboration see's one of the most intriguing producers from the low BPM electronic scene (who we previously welcomed a year ago for our VA "One Night Stands 3") work alongside one of the most eclectic singer / producers around.

Azaria & Andrea Lacoste continue on a journey of musical experimentation. The sound of this new record might surprise fans who are familiar with Azarias earlier release "Bugs". This collaboration with the Venezuelan multi-instrumentalist artist exemplifies the organic synergy both artists display.

The EP delves into the ritualistic elements found in African and Oriental sonorities, as well as music with psychedelic influences. It features a blend of Latin beats, Amazonian rhythms, drums, and other ethnic resonances, all of which create a tribal and immersive atmosphere that invites the listener into their world. Layered over these percussions are melodious tunes, ethereal voices, and continuous chants that augment the hypnotic musical backdrops, reminiscent of mantras. The result is a sound framework that ebbs and flows with dreamy, serene, and experimental touch. It's a fusion of the electronic and the organic, distinguished by a unique touch that sets it apart in an era flooded with music.

This record's aim of folk-ancestral revival is consistently evident. The EP opens with "Soleil," characterized by its laid-back rhythm and sensuous vocal work. Followed by "Jayeechi Wayúu," which combines a straightforward House beat with intricate percussion and layered influences. "A New Jam" immerses us further, with melodic drum work, with spoken word serving as a counterpoint to the bustling rhythm in the background. "Bright Mood" propels us deeper into the tribal concepts whilst the title track "Hexagrama" pulls you in with its darker layers over a 4-to-the-floor beat.

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PREMIERE : Andrea Lacoste & Azaria - Bright Mood

DJ tsygan is a Parisian maestro of music, a proud member of the prestigious Skylax crew. His talent first shone bright under the enigmatic alias Clap42, and he garnered well-deserved attention for his remarkable collaborations with the elusive and exclusive label, Community Center. Having graced our stage countless times, DJ tsygan fine-tuned his sonic wizardry, skillfully weaving together elements from the hallowed halls of Italo to the vibrant streets of Chicago. We'd dare say he's graduated with honors from our sonic academy! The result? The mesmerizing "Purple Dreams," a symphony of sound crafted with the precision of a master goldsmith, a track that even the legendary Franckie Knuckles would have embraced without hesitation. And then there's "Oh no," with its sultry Latin vibes, and the brilliant "Back in Europe," a tune that conjures memories of the iconic Jacno. It's crystal clear that DJ tsygan has reached a state of sonic maturity that's truly remarkable. The titles themselves are nothing short of splendid, and they're complemented by two top-tier remixes. One, courtesy of Apollon Telefax (formerly of the illustrious Arash & Quasar group - who also had their moment in the Skylax spotlight via the Mellah sub-label), accentuates the Italo side of "Purple Dreams." And let's not forget the magnificent touch of Antoni Maiovvi (be sure to keep an eye out for his upcoming release on Cosmic Club) on "Oh no." It's nothing short of a musical masterpiece, a true masterstroke.

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PREMIERE⚡Dj Tsygan - Oh No [Skylax Records]

A big first for Les Disques du Lobby: our first “back & forth” EP ! For the occasion, we asked two artists who are awakening the Parisian queer scene: Naominitel and Sapphist Eye. Thanks to their complementary universes blending dark disco and hypnotic techno, their EP takes us into the depths of the most oozing nights, where naked bodies brush against each other and walls sweat. Ready to follow them?
@sapphist 
@naominitel

Naominitel - Sympathy for the Nuclear Reactor (Sapphist Eye Remix)

Sapphist Eye - Corridors

Adrian Marth debuts on Turbo Recordings. Over the last year, Tiga has asked all of his favorite artists (past and present) to send him a track for this 25-year anniversary compilation. Combined with unreleased cuts from the vault, this is a snapshot of where Turbo is at as we turn 25 years old. Simply put, we celebrate 25 years of releasing groundbreaking electronic music with new offerings from our dearest friends & family

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PREMIERE : Adrian Marth - Face To Face

The last premiere of the year (phew!) is for our dear friends of the rising & shining Mexican imprint Kyma Komplex. They wrap their busy year up by delivering a mighty release made with love by Ann Garcia and featuring on the remix duties a super trio of Latino virtuosos: Mverto Futura, Diaz Tech (SXDNS089), and Veltrán (FREEDL050), the label honcho himself.

The woman of the hour, despite her tender age and short time in the production realm, has already amassed a considerable reputation not only because of her well-constructed and creative output but also due to her high-energy attitude during her sets.

For her debut on Klyma, she handed over two ferocious peak-time-thirsty beasts! It was hard to choose between them to close our premiere season, but after some deliberation we finally managed to pick a favourite to review: “Voces” is intense, vibrant, brutal! Its throbbing bassline, laser-like FXs, and vivid vocal hooks, together, result in a… yes, intense, vibrant, and brutal concoction devoted to triggering happy & perennial dance floor memories.

You can find (and buy) this and other music pearls on the Bandcamp page of the label: https://kymakomplex.bandcamp.com/

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PREMIERE567 // Ann Garcia - Voces

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🛒 https://waytofrance.bandcamp.com/album/law-high-ep-3
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The first outing of the new label Way to France records, born in Leipzig and raised in Cologne (including an extra long puberty), comes from none other than Robert Johnson legend Lauer.
The title track Law High heads straight for peak time in classic Lauer style between synth-pop, wave and house. Extraordinary DJ Charlie from Berlin transforms Law High into an analog-sounding EBM-Italo stomper with her first remix ever.
On B1 Lauer shows his other side with Enso: Techno Soul in the melody-man manner. Enso got the remix treatment from Leipzig's highly talented Janthe, who (another remix premiere) pulls off a modern, froggy, timeless version that's playable on any occasion. WTF Records headquarter is more than proud (and happy) to have so much talent on their catalog number 001.
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PREMIERE: Lauer - Law High (Charlie Remix) [Way to France]

Despite the challenges and weirdness of the year, boundary-blazing bandoleros Duro continue to shoot through 2020, all-pistols-blazing. Releases have fired from all corners but one of the strongest themes has been the ‘Muy Duro’ volumes. The Mexican label’s flagship V/A series, each EP digs deep into the dark disco psyche, celebrating the label’s widest sonic outposts and reference points with friends and shared spirits from across the world, old and new. Marking a year of the series, with tracks from Israel to Istanbul, ‘Muy Duro Volume 5’ is certainly no exception.

Veteran cosmic groover Tim Paris makes his long-awaited debut with the slouching funk and broken drum swagger of ‘Better Slightly Unchanged’ before two more collaborations join the party with their Duro debuts, all hailing from Israel; Middle Sky Boom and AckerMan whisk us through the stars on ‘Temp Goes High’ while Rina X Benji pay homage to mind alteration on the electroid bumps and asteroid grinds of ‘Koshmaro’.

Professional belly dancers and long-time friends of Duro Hanzo & Yaman follow with ‘Hokus Pokus’. A springy, playful slab of house music laced with pitched bells and a riser that teases and teases, there’s a late 90s/early 200s mischief to this that, like the label itself, just won’t quit. The final word comes from the label bossman Theus Mago and French brother-in-arms Id!r… And that word is techno. Deep bleeps and endless pulsations, ‘Soft Light’ is an epic moment of pure late night hedonism that sits somewhere between Bobby Peru and Plastikman. Blazing boundaries and still fully loaded, the Duro bandoleros keep on shooting.

Muy Duro Vol 5

Hokus Pokus

Hanzo & Yaman - Hokus Pokus (Original Mix)

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Naominitel - Sympathy for the Nuclear Reactor (Sapphist Eye Remix)

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