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This is an experimental electronica album that uses no drums whatsoever, instead opting for other methods (Percussive lead synths and/or use of noise) to create a drum-like effect. This was a deliberate artistic choice made for the sake of emulating reality; after all, there are no drums in a potato field.

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A Month Of Sundays (thursday)

We are more than happy to welcome Nick Stropko (@nickstropko) for our new series of hallooo Mixtapes featuring some spicy chord progressions paired with sticky melodies. Enjoy his contribution suitably named The Spicy Sticky Mix. Q&A here below:

hallooo: Thanks for your contribution to our mix series, how did you prepare for this mix, and how would you describe the eventual result?

Nick: Thanks for having me! The mix started from a record bag I packed for one of my favorite local parties, Air A Danser. I tried to then grab some other favorites from the past six months or so. On the whole, I think the mix encapsulates some of my favorite qualities in dance music — spicy chord progressions paired with sticky melodies.

hallooo: Is there a record in the mix that you associate with a special story?

Nick: One song in the mix came to me from some of my coworkers. I work in a restaurant where the rest of the front of house staff is from Montenegro. While we’re closing up, they usually play terrible Balkan pop songs, but one night, a tune came on for about 15 seconds before they skipped it. I immediately knew that it was right in my lane, and after insisting they replay it, I took a photo and bought a copy the next day.

hallooo: Walking into a record shop can be quite a intimidate experience. Do you have a digging process and/or what kind of things do you look for in a record when you’re out digging?

Nick: The process varies from store to store — what do they specialize in? What am I looking for? But generally it’s a matter of looking for labels I don’t recognize, releases that look distinctive or like they would’ve been overlooked in their day. That, and spending quality time in the listening booth. Ultimately, you have to trust your ears. 

hallooo: Is there a record, that has continued to be in your wantlist over the years?

Nick: While there are loads of records I’m always on the hunt for, ultimately, I find the chase of finding new stuff more engaging. The pleasure of dropping the needle on something that immediately grabs and stays with you is a bit more fun than finally tracking down (or, more likely, paying boatloads of money on Discogs for) an old favorite. That being said, if anyone wants to send me a copy of “Need More Time” by Nick Allen, I wouldn’t be opposed. My bootleg is terrible.

hallooo: Is it possible for you to sum up what the collection means to you in a more general sense?

Nick: It’s just an overview of the records I’ve been listening to recently — some favorite finds, some tips from friends (or coworkers) mixed together in my bedroom.

hallooo: Music bonds people together. Any local heroes/parties you would like to shout out?

Nick: Outside of the aforementioned Air A Danser and a little shameless self promotion of my Japanese mix series/party Nippon Leagues (with my mentor and perpetual inspiration Alex Tebbs Mitchell) I’d be remiss if I didn’t shout out my dear friends at Universal Cave, Extra Water, and Earth Beat.

Hallooo Mix Series No. 3 - Nick Stropko

Season Opening.
Instructed by yours truly @elise-kravets 
1 hour workout for the workout. A post-summer-break rhythmic excurse to get you back in shape.  

And,  Onta @onta-ht will be taking care of the eager beavers in the 2nd hour.

We missed you too! -
your @hiptherapy

Hip Therapy #18 w/ Elise Kravets And Onta

Fantasy In Orbit was joined by Brazilian DJ and producer Trepanado of Selvagem for this months instalment of Mystery Dance. He ran a mix of 80’s Brazilian street soul obscurities, and Fantasy In Orbit span a dub and freestyle set.

Mystery Dance w/ Fantasy In Orbit & Trepanado (Selvagem) - September 2020

@silurealbinosfishingclub

www.olaradio.fr

SILURE ALBINOS TAKEOVER • MIMI

"DISCO DRACULA"
Selected and mixed by @Monodominical
Huge thanks to my Space Invaders fellows and all the freaks around the globe who helped me in this project
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"Disco Dracula" Halloween Special Mix

Galaxy (First Born Version)
Albion Venables (Synthesizers, Sampler and Drum Machine)
Aradea Barandana (Synthesizer overdubs, Mixing and Production)

New Born is a group of four Italian immigrants who all lived in the area around Ulm/Bavaria.

Primarily they sang more Italian songs and were more on the traditional side of Italian music.

This record is a perfect example of what can happen when the drummer says “Let´s jam” to the musicians. The outstanding track “Galaxy” came out, the vibe of it is like an early piano house track and a hybrid of cosmic and disco.

The original copy of the record is nowadays a highly requested collector´s item, that skyrocketed in terms of prices. Originally released as a 45 single in 1981 the record was pressed in a very small run. Try to find a unicorn it’s easier.

We decided not to do only a simple reissue of it, we asked the creme de la creme of cosmic disco to make us a new born version of the track “Galaxy”. Camp Cosmic aficionados Albion & Alexander Arpeggio are responsible for two mesmerizing versions of this song. On top, we pressed the whole record as a 12″ from the original master tapes.

Mastering by Tom Sky at Faible Studio & Schnittstelle (Berlin)
Cover artwork by Stacoff

Galaxy EP

Galaxy (First Born Version)

Albion - Galaxy (First Born Version)

This is a monthly show by our dear friends Princess P & Cio!

Princess P [09.12.2020]

Initially created as a dance music label, @flegon prides itself in being audacious in the variety of sounds it offers. Since 2017, they have been delivering their selection every month on Rinse France  : crack house, breakbeats and french boogie are to be expected.

Tune in for Flegon every 2nd Friday of the month, from 15h to 17h [CET] on rinse.fr

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