What a tune, good to still hear proper techno is being made

Magnetic Magazine's weekly top 10 techno chart. This week features Marco Bailey, Pig&Dan, Matt Lange, Danny Daze, and more! Curated by Cameron Rule.

Magnetic Magazine Top 10 Techno Chart 6/21/15

Vella is a Bulgarian DJ emerging in Sofia’s underground techno scene. Mentored by Bulgarian Techno Pioneers Metropolis, she has developed a multi‑layered sound built on minimal basslines, steady grooves and hypnotic patterns. She has played early‑morning slots at events organised by Metropolis, Rawsonance and Roboloco, and recently made her debut at the Inter Expo Center for Metropolis HARDONE alongside Kobosil, Clara Cuve and O.B.I.

This mix features a steadily evolving flow that grows more trippy with each track, combining a curated selection of tracks layered up to three at a time to create a deep, driving groove.

The New Faces Mix Series is brought to you exclusively by BCCO and SoundCloud. If you are a new and emerging talent and would like to be considered for Season 5 you can find full details at getstarted.soundcloud.com/bcco.

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Tracklist
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Chlär - Cipe Ortni
Kabay - Mind Games (The Chronics Remix)
EV‑1, Innexen - We’ll See (Alarico Remix)
Ignez - A Love Dream
Luar - Basically
Neo (AU) - Trek
MYLE, Askkin - Viper Mushrooms
Rødhåd, Ignez - VERMILLION 01
Angioma - Unusual Suspect
Bidoben - Torch
EV‑1, Innexen - Dimetiltriptamina (Not A Headliner Remix)
Takt - Yellow (Hedström & Pflug Remix)
Gannein - Papancha (Sicion Remix)
Marcos Fagoaga - Try Again (Alarico Remix)
Pierce - Sidequest
Artafact - Trouble
Ikari - The Lawnmoaner
DEAS - Fever (Red Rooms Remix)
Chlär - Fortress Of Illusion
Kabay - The Whistle
Lobster - Whispers Of The Muse
Sicion - Astral Projection
Ketch - Krokodil (Matrixxman Remix)
CRAVO - Innervision
Bidoben - Hyperblue
Franco Rossi - Racconto
Flits - Punish
Hemka - Fragrance
DJUS - Staying

BCCO x SoundCloud New Faces S04E09: Vella

Premiere of Icarus in love - Wall2 [D262]

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Artist: Icarus in love
Title: Wall2
Label: Subsist
Catalogue: D262
Release date: April 18th, 2025

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Icarus in love - Wall2 [SOMA SELECTS Premiere]

DANNY DAZE "DUAL"
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BEATPORT EXCLUSIVE: JUNE 8
WORLDWIDE RELEASE: JUNE 22

Following last year's revered Silicon, Danny Daze releases his second for ULTRAMAJIC - Dual.

Of Cuban descent and raised in Miami, Daze grew up steeped in b-boy culture before beginning his exploration into the electronic music realms.

Praised for his diversity, his vision is to break sonic boundaries, whilst preserving music's integrity, both in the studio and behind the decks.

2014 saw Daze step up a level, with releases on Kompakt, Ellum and his first release for ULTRAMAJIC, which came through meeting Jimmy Edgar on the experimental scene, via labels including M3rck, Warp and Schematic. He also stepped back into the fashion world, scoring music for the Song for the Mute clothing brand.

Daze began 2015 with 'Four' - a collaboration EP on the intriguing new label Omnidisc. He also began a new experimental monthly podcast series entitled Sunday Morning, and recently delivered a dark and beautiful remix for Marc Houle's Talk to me Baby on Minus.

Next up is his second for ULTRAMAJIC, Dual, representing two facets of Daze's sound, including the hypnotic frequencies of 'Ready2Go' versus the striking warehouse of 'Rhythm Box'.
"On 'Ready2Go' I wanted to make a track that is driving and influenced by dryness. The bassline and synth bell tone are very dry and represent a Detroit techno sound that has always influenced me. With 'Rhythm Box', I wanted to make a pounding techno record with good drums. The vocal influence came from an old movie, called 'Liquid Sky', one of my go-to movies for inspiration.“

Cover art by Pilar Zeta & Jimmy Edgar

Dual

DANNY DAZE "RHYTHM BOX"

Top techno label !Organism serves up the forceful goods once more with another no nonsense EP, this time from Christian Cambas backed with a fine remix from Alex Di Stefano.

From being a Top100 DJ when it actually mattered, to topping Beatport charts, Christian has carved his own path through the countless peaks and troughs of this industry. When name dropped now, he is mostly associated with the groundbreaking 1605 label, led by Slovenian Techno overlord Umek. As well as producing on Bedrock, Toolroom and Great Stuff, he is also involved in Press &amp; Play, which acts as home to his own label Sabotage.

Up first is the rib-rattling, industrial tinged techno stomper that is Chained. With a soft white noise backdrop and cantering kicks, this one rolls on and on and will keep marching dancers locked for the duration. 

Italian veteran and frequent Beatport chart topper Alex Di Stefano is on remix duties next. His to-the-point version of Chained is a fulsome, texturally rich roller with hiccuping snares, blurts of bass and plenty of drive. 

Closing out the package is the equally impressive Durged, which burrows deep into a streamlined drum line as scurrying details, monstrous synth animals and teeth gritting percussive lines all unfold before your very ears. 

For fans of proper techno with no frills, this is another perfect release.

Christian Cambas - Dirge (Original Mix) [Organism]

Supported by: Sven Väth, Nicole Moudaber, Richie Hawtin, Adam Beyer, Christian Varela, Danny Tenaglia, Dubfire, Paco Osuna and many more..

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Tom Hades - Urge [Recode Musik]

Marco Bailey is back on his homebase MB Elektronics with an impressive duo of tracks that show us -as always- perfectly what techno is all about. Power and melody, darkness and light....all mixed and married in a admirable way that only a legend like Marco could accomplish. Glasgow's superhero, Hans Bouffmyhre, after his monumental EP ''Sky Clearing'' few months ago on MB Elektronics, returns with a brilliant remix on the title track, ''Beyond Apollo'' and completes a package that can send any fans' mind to the space and beyond.

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Beyond Apollo

Soma continue the 'SOMA NEU' series as Vol 3 follows in Soma's founding ethos of quality electronic music. Each part of the series is meticulously curated and aims to direct the uncompromising vision of the label, directly to the dance floor. 

Featuring a lineup of modern and emerging artists, 'SOMA NEU' pays homage to the roots and raw energy of authentic techno and demonstrates its ongoing evolution.  Vol. 3 packs in a mammoth 12 tracks from new and past label affiliates, spanning trippy, deep and hypnotic minimalism to tougher techno and beyond.

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Premiere: URGULA - Symmetrical Space [Soma Records]

Pre-order: https://gigifm.bandcamp.com/album/virgo-space-acid-2

Following the first two releases on her Sea~rène imprint, @gigi-fm returns with 'Virgo Space Acid', a deeply personal and sonically assertive exploration of transformation and healing.

Closing the record, 'Floresta' is a sensual and grounding moment of reflection, named after the stage at Waking Life Festival where GiGi felt a pivotal shift in her healing journey.

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Premiere: GiGi FM 'Floresta'

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Marcelo Demarco returns to SCI+TEC, following last year’s standout “Southbound.” Crafted between his studios in Ibiza and Punta del Este, the single "Lakshmi" channels the pulse of two contrasting worlds—Ibiza’s club-driven intensity and Punta’s serene coastline. With over three decades in the scene, the Uruguayan producer continues to shape timeless techno infused with deep cultural and atmospheric nuance.

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Premiere: Marcelo Demarco "Helix" - SCI+TEC

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Visualizer - Recorded live @MAW Magdeburg - Locals x DREC - 29.5.25


Listen exclusively here to the premiere of the track ‘Mamwadi - Echoes Of The North‘ released with the ‘V.A. Fundraiser Collection Vol.1' on June 13, 2025 via re:flect recordings / REKAVA-1.

Support the release here: https://reflect-recordings.bandcamp.com/album/v-a-fundraiser-collection-vol-1

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Support here: https://reflect-recordings.bandcamp.com/album/v-a-fundraiser-collection-vol-1

This compilation aims to raise funds and awareness for the ongoing political struggle in Georgia, where queer communities, the free media, whole subcultural institutions and allied protesters face increasing repression under the Oligarchs and Russian-backed regime. By supporting this release, you’ll be helping amplify voices that are being silenced and contributing to grassroots resistance on the ground in Tbilisi and beyond that are ongoing for 200 days without brake now.

Musically, the V.A. brings together well selected techno tunes from various artists from many different countries, united in solidarity. 

Album Name: V.A. Fundraiser Collection Vol.1
Artist(s): various
Artist [track]: Mamwadi
Label: re:flect recordings
Catalogue: REKAVA-1
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release date: 13.06.2025 
Mastering: Younes Jamil
Artwork: Nona | x.fram3s

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V.A. Fundraiser Collection Vol.1

Echoes Of The North

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Premiere: Mamwadi - Echoes Of The North [re:flect]

K-Deey - 16:1

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VYAPI’s new release, Convolutions on Oliver Huntemann’s Senso Sounds, pushes the boundaries of techno by weaving in the essence of Indian classical traditions. Drawing inspiration from the intricate detail and emotive phrasing of Carnatic music, the track features expressive pitch bends that fluidly connect each note, creating a hypnotic, flowing lead. This unique melodic character, layered over the raw drive of peak-time techno, shapes a captivating listening journey. With a powerful kick and deep, rolling bassline at its core, Convolutions pulls listeners into a high-intensity, hypnotic state — one that balances deep musicality with dancefloor power. This track is a strong reflection of VYAPI’s sonic evolution, blending traditional influences with crisp, forward-thinking production.

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Premiere: VYAPI "Convolutions" - Senso Sounds

Marco Bailey is somewhat considered an icon when it comes to techno and the dance music industry as a whole. It starts with a beat, and for Marco that as in the late 80’s. In 2014 he celebrated 25 years of Marco Bailey, a true achievement for someone who is an ambassador for the scene as well as an amazing DJ and producer. 

He grew up in Belgium, and it all started out when he went to a small local club in his nearby city. At this point, he knew little and didn't have any musical heroes, but soon released that he would rather be behind the decks than on the dance floor. 

His break came in 2000 with his first EP on Carl Cox’s Intec imprint with “Play It Back”. Over the next couple of years he worked on his own imprint, launching MB Elektronics, with the first release in 2002 with “Caprioska”. The releases came flowing over the next few years, which saw the release of his critically acclaimed “Rube Boy” album back in 2004, soon followed by “Dragon Man” LP on John Digweed’s Bedrock in 2011.

His most recent album was with 12 track “High Volume” released back in 2013 on MB Elektronics, dubbed by some techno aficionados as a masterpiece. It was at this time, he also released an up close and personal documentary “Marco Bailey”.

His Electronic Force radio show has been a huge success from the get-go, with almost 300 episodes to date, he has had every artist on board from Carl Cox, Alan Fitzpatrick, Umek, Joseph Capriati, Sam Paganini and Carlo Lio. It’s heard by millions of listeners in more than 50 countries.

Marco has been touring relentlessly throughout his career, he’s an artist who can say he has probably played at almost every club in the world, and been listed at the top of major festivals. He hasn't stopped, and this summer was no exception his MATERIA brand taking a new home at Vista Club, Ibiza. Every Sunday, he offered artists including Sam Paganini, Carlo Lio, Julian Jewell, and Paul Ritch for the closing on the 28th August all came out to party with Marco and the crowd.

You can expect to see the MATERIA brand reach far and wide this year, with parties in London, Vienna, Amsterdam and Tokyo planned this winter. Mid October will see the release of the MATERIA compilation mix, a collection of tracks selected personally by Marco, of both his own releases and all the artists which played at MATERIA in Ibiza this summer. 

2017 continues to be another landmark year for Marco, with his first MATERIA residency considered a huge success, the brand looks to move worldwide, becoming a high-profile label and radio show as well and continuing to grow. He is a true pioneer of Techno, and has no plans to put on the brakes anytime soon.

What is MATERIA? 

A party where the want, need & desire to feel the love and vibrations on the dance floor is understood. Where music lovers can digest the passion in the percussion, the energy of the crowd coming together, experience the sensation of letting go - elements that constitute the foundation for what some may never get to fully experience... a pure musical journey. Embark on a global movement, as Belgium's Marco Bailey sets the mood for one unforgettable evening. Welcome MATERIA - where techno is valued as a religion, the dance floor has no limits, the crowd is united and melted together by sound - where the rules require two things: listen and live.

Beyond Apollo

Marco Bailey

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