Chang’e-4:

'Chang'e No. 4' is a robotic spacecraft mission, part of the second phase of the Chinese Lunar Exploration Program. China achieved humanity's first soft landing on the far side of the Moon, on 3 January 2019. 
Chang'e-4 mission delivered a landing platform and a rover named Yutu-2 (Jade Rabbit-2) to the Moon's far side. Chang'e-4 landed in Von Kármán crater, within the Moon's South Pole-Aitken basin, in December 2018. An ancient lunar impact there may have exposed the Moon’s mantle. By studying this region directly, scientists will learn more about the early solar system and Earth. The mission also demonstrates the feasibility of future human and robotic far side missions.

Ma Haiping:

Ma Haiping is a Chinese techno producer and DJ. He began to listen to electronic music on radio in the 90’s. Around 2000, when he was 19, he began to make industrial and experimental music. A few years later, he was triggered by stories of Underground Resistance and Drexciya then started making techno, and influencing by Jeff Mills' futuristic sci-fi aesthetics.
In 2013, he released EP 'The Chinese Connection' on the Scan 7 label Cratesavers International, which made him the first Chinese producer releases techno music in Detroit.In year 2015. He released EP 'Crepuscular Rays' on the Orlando Voorn’s label Nightvision. In 2016 and 2020, Ma released two albums, Folding Traces(D- Force Records) and Lost Frontier（Taihe Records) in China.
He participated every important moment of Chinese underground club since 2000, and grew up with China's electronic music culture. Since 2004, he’ve been participating legendary parties Antidote and VOID, and opened the curtain of the Chinese underground techno party culture. Once performed with Juan Atkins, Robert Hood and others, and worked hard to promote the development of Chinese local techno with his music.


All tracks written and produced by Ma Haiping, except track 5 “Jade Rabbit” written by Ma haiping and Mindy Wang Meng, track 7 “Landing Mission (Orlando Voorn Rework)” written by Ma haiping and Orlando Voorn ,produced by Orlando Voorn. Mastered by Josh Garrett, released by Axis Records,2021.

Released by:
Axis Records
Release date:
9 April 2021

Chang'e-4

Ma Haiping-Chang'e-4(Axis Records/Escape Velocity)

Chang'e-4(Snippets)

Landing Mission(Snippets)

Inner Solar System(Snippets)

Moon's Far Side(Snippets)

Lagrange L2(Snippets)

El productor holandés se ha convertido con los años en uno de los DJs y productores más reconocidos a nivel mundial. Desde los años noventa, Dimi ha sido una de las figuras clave que ha dado forma a la escena techno holandesa, tal como la conocemos hoy. 

Su carrera ha estado marcada por lanzamientos en sellos de primer nivel como AXIS Récords, @warmup_recordings, MORD, KEY Vinyl, @tar_hallow y el sello A&S, del que es copropietario junto a Jeroen Search. Su trabajo y sus grandes logros lo han llevado a actuar en importantes clubes y festivales cómo Berghain, Awakenings, Dekmantel o Tresor.

Otro fruto de la creatividad de Dimi es su sello en solitario ANGLS, que ofrece techno puro y sin concesiones, donde las producciones suelen ser marca de la casa.

Dimi Angélis nos regala un elegante set cargado de sonidos hipnóticos y profundos envueltos en ritmos psicodélicos y enérgicos. Un set para bailártelo allá donde estés. Incluye tracks de grandes artistas como @dold_arsenik, @stefan_arkvs, @againstme__, @redroomsberlin, @deanoknowledge, @feph___ y el propio Dimi Angélis.

[BIO - EN]

Thinking of Dimi Angelis, we quickly associate his name with pounding sounds, high-quality releases, and an iconic trajectory. Staying true to his sound, Dimi has evolved over the years into one of the most renowned producers and DJs worldwide. 

Looking back to the nineties, Dimi has been one of the key figures shaping the Dutch techno scene as we know it today. His career has been marked by releases on top-tier labels such as Axis Records, Warm Up Recordings, Mord, KEY Vinyl, Tar Hallow, and the co-owned label A&S with Jeroen Search. This has led him to perform at major techno institutions such as Berghain, Awakenings, Dekmantel, and Tresor. 
Another product of Dimi’s creativity is his solo label, ANGLS, which delivers raw and uncompromising techno. 

In recent years, Dimi has been a regular presence across different continents, frequently performing in Latin America, Asia, and the USA.

Technoybass #127 | Dimi Angélis

✈ To celebrate this new episode, we are proud and delighted to welcome Berlin-based DJ & producer : KWARTZ (Pole Group / SK_Eleven).

Kwartz is the stage name of Mario Campos, born in Madrid in 1989 and now based in Berlin.

In late 2011 and after publishing several EP’s in different international labels, Kwartz's productions began to draw the attention of the leading names in the international scene, so in 2013 Exium released a split EP with him called Fenomen, which was his first release on vinyl.

In late 2013 Kwartz joined PoleGroup and became part of the booking roster of the label commanded by Oscar Mulero, where he began to release his works regularly. In addition to PoleGroup, his tracks have appeared in several of the most important international labels, such as 47 (Tommy Four Seven’s label), Mord Records, Semantica, Horo or Warm Up Recordings.

2016 brings the launch of his own label: Order&Devotion, where he will release those of his works which move between dark atmospheres and deep and visceral sounds, all surrounded by rhythms designed for the dance floor.

His sets could be described with three words: raw, mental and groovy, in which he pushes the dancefloor to a constantly state of tension.

Enjoy and feel free to share! Love & Techno

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PARADOX PODCAST #189 -- KWARTZ

Now based in Berlin, the Italian-born artist has built a reputation for hypnotic, high-intensity sets that balance emotional depth with raw power. As head of the K S R imprint and a regular presence in the European club circuit, Kaiser channels his passion for techno into a sound that’s both precise and profoundly physical.

Tune in and follow the signal, intensity awaits.

PoleGroup Radio - Kaiser 21.05.2025

A master of sonic and visual storytelling, Berlin-based DJ and BINÄR label head PAREKA delivers a fiercely sculpted journey for #249. Equally at home behind the decks or the lighting rig, PAREKA brings multi-sensory artistry to everything he touches, each detail meticulously tuned to mood and movement. His sound walks a razor’s edge, merging industrial grit, dub-soaked echoes, and break-driven intensity into a high-voltage techno blueprint.

From shadowy, loop-driven excursions to moments of pure warehouse catharsis, this mix is an offering from an artist who crafts with both force and finesse.

Tune into #249. 

Artwork by @ankhsious.

Vault Sessions #249 - PAREKA

Based in Stockholm, Lakej emerges from a long heritage of Swedish techno.
After many years of explorations to refine his sound, he debuted on Adriana Lopez label Grey
Report with the solo EP Structural Cohesion. This debut presented a theme that would guide not
only his sound but also his concepts and titles to this current date resulting in his own label and
artistic platform: Solitär.

Since the debut his output has been steady on well established labels such as Semantica, NON
series, Faut Section, Nachtstrom Schallplatten, Soma and Kazerne (Mord).

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OECUS Podcast 459 // LAKEJ

Border One [2hr Live mix] at The White Hotel // 01.02.25

FOWRU 005 | Eerste Communie invites Stephanie Sykes

New SPND20 Mixtape incoming! Welcome @norbakmusic 📼
A crucial force in today’s techno environment, Nørbak has built a sound that balances precision with power. With his knowledge in the genre’s tradition and eyes fixed firmly on the future, the Portuguese producer blends classic sensibilities with cutting-edge sound design - the result is a sonic identity that’s earned him releases on labels like Token and his own collective, Hayes, as well as consistent support from the scene’s top selectors.🔊

Nørbak’s sets are crafted, intense, and always evolving and this mix is no exception. Recorded in the lead-up to a run of important summer dates, it captures a moment of high creative energy. A collection of tracks handpicked and received from close friends, plus a few unreleased of his own, the mix is both personal and powerful.

Heavy, hypnotic, and locked-in from the first beat to the last. Press play and step into the world of Nørbak.🖤

SPND20 Mixtape by Nørbak

Known for sculpting shadowy and immersive soundscapes, Ana brings a set that leans into the experimental edge of techno: rich in contrast, tension and atmosphere. Pulsing textures, unpredictable layers, and a hypnotic undercurrent shape this mix into something that feels both precise and deeply instinctive.

PoleGroup Radio - Ana Rs 16.07.2025

Stepping in for the next chapter of our podcast series — press play and relive Isabel Soto's set at Circolo Amelia for Closer NYE celebration!

Berlin-based, Venezuelan-born DJ and producer, Isabel Soto's sets are more than just music; they’re personal, spatial, and endlessly expansive experiences. Deep rhythms and abstract textures combine to guide listeners through a deeply atmospheric, emotional terrain that lingers long after the music ends. The result is a kinetic, emotionally charged tapestry, where haunting narrative threads meet razor-sharp transitions, each shift upping the energy with precision and purpose. Prepare for a journey that pulls you in and doesn’t let go.

With her own imprint, NYXII Records, and releases on respected labels, Isabel carves her path with intention and heart. Her rise isn’t driven by trends or hype, but by genuine connection: one track, one set, one unforgettable night at a time.

https://www.soundcloud.com/isabelsoto
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CLOSERcast #098 - ISABEL SOTO

Ma Haiping 
(AXIS | SOMA | MOLECULAR)

Ma Haiping stands as one of China’s most influential electronic and independent musicians, a trailblazer who has carved out a distinct space in the global Techno scene. His music is a seamless fusion of Detroit Techno traditions with Sci-Fi-infused, hypnotic soundscapes, crafting deeply immersive and futuristic tracks that captivate both dance floors and deep listeners alike.
A defining moment in Ma Haiping’s career came when his album Chang’e-4 was released on the legendary Axis Records, founded by Techno visionary Jeff Mills. Mills himself lauded the album, recognizing Ma Haiping’s ability to push sonic boundaries while staying true to the genre’s roots. This release not only marked a significant milestone for Ma Haiping but also placed him among a select group of artists who have contributed to one of the most respected Techno labels in history. In 2025, Ma Haiping signed with SOMA Records and released the single "Earthworm," strengthening his place in the global Techno music scene.
His impact on the global scene, however, was already in motion years before. In 2013, Ma Haiping made history as the first Chinese producer to release Techno in Detroit—the birthplace of the genre—with his EP The Chinese Connection on Scan 7’s Cratesaves International label. This breakthrough symbolized a cultural bridge between the East and West in Techno, highlighting his deep respect for the genre’s origins while adding his own innovative perspective.
Continuing his journey, 2015 saw the release of Crepuscular Rays on Orlando Voorn’s Nightvision label, further establishing his reputation as a producer with a keen ear for atmospheric and driving Techno. In recent years, between 2022 and 2024, Ma Haiping continued to build an impressive discography, releasing EPs such as XX 8, Collapse, Parallel Cycle, Invincible EP, and Artificial Ecstatic. These works found homes on prestigious international labels, including the UK’s Molecular Recordings, France’s Seclusion, and the USA’s Sythetik Sound, further cementing his status as a global force in the underground Techno movement.
His music has consistently garnered attention from major industry platforms. Beatport has regularly featured his tracks as some of the best Techno (Raw/Deep/Hypnotic) releases of the month, recognizing his ability to craft intricate, powerful compositions that resonate with both DJs and listeners. Esteemed media outlets such as Groove Mag, Mixmag (UK and Asia editions), and 5 Magazine have also highlighted his work, praising his ability to blend rhythmic intensity with atmospheric depth.
Beyond critical acclaim, Ma Haiping’s music has earned the respect of some of the biggest names in the industry. His tracks are frequently played by top international DJs, including Jeff Mills, Richie Hawtin, Slam, Ben Sims, Ken Ishii, DVS1, Rødhåd, Kr!z, and Rene Wise. Their support has helped introduce his sound to dance floors across the world, reinforcing his influence in the ever-evolving Techno landscape.
His performance footprint has reached the Recombinant Festival in the United States, the Cervantes Arts Festival in Mexico, clubs in Australia, Japan, Panama, El Salvador, and other countries. His music is a journey—one that bridges the past, present, and future of the genre. As he forges ahead, he remains not just a producer but a visionary artist shaping the sound of tomorrow.

Moon's Far Side(Snippets)

Ma Haiping (aka MHP)

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