A key exponent of Amsterdam’s techno scene, Sandrien definitely counts as one of the finest jockeys around. A gifted selector and just as skilled groove manipulator, she has been a constant in a world full of variables, quietly making it to the top of the game thanks to her impeccably crafted sets, both alone and alongside legends such as Ben Sims, DJ Nobu or Inigo Kennedy. Tirelessly pushing for new approaches to DJing and also production, Sandrien has been carving out a niche of her own, elegantly weaving the classic drive of 90s techno with an all-embracing, future-facing take on electronics, always eager to incorporate new tropes and ways to tell her musical story on the dance floor. Slip into a world full of off-kilter analogue magic and deep-diving tech-y escapism, and let yourself get carried away. 

soundcloud.com/sandrien

01. nthng - Memories - Transatlantic
02. Franz Jäger - Timewriters - Radiance
03. Kalumet - Chao Praya Blues - Fur:ther Sessions
04. Sandrien - Booom - Unreleased
05. Uväll - Careless - Unknown
06. Mathys Lenne - Meki's Ripped - Float
07. Mathys Lenne - Crack - Hayes
08. Franz Jäger - Minuscule - Float
09. Mayfie - Restless Mind - Trau-ma
10. Metapattern - Diskotek - Malör 
11. Hemka - Alone For Xmas - Anaøh
12. Regent - Nocta - Mutual Rytm
13. Lindsey Herbert - Not Alone - Truncate
14. Orbe - Andromeda Part 3 - Token Records
15. Danny Wabbit - XX - Forbidden Sessions
16. Mathys Lenne - Spazio Tempo - Float
17. Rraph - Svipul - Android Muziq
18. Azogiař - Native Night - Olympian
19. Red Rooms - B110BE - Planet Rhythm
20. Red Rooms - Line Of Sight - Planet Rhythm
21. Saurio - Nebula Choir - Hxagrm 
22. Heliosphere - Supernova - Trau-ma
23. Dominik Frohlich - Master of Pain - Hakiri
24. Heliosphere - Asteroid - Analog Solutions
25. Regent - Submerged - Warg
26. Rod Modell - Tracer - Tresor Records
27. The Scan - Bones and All - Suara
28. Regent - Multiversa - Mutual Rytm
29. NEEN - Crafte (Jesterr Remix) - O'Clock
30. Michael Ferrell - Room For One More - Selected
31. Synebot - X-Press (Steve Stoll Remix) - black. Records
32. The Sixth Sense, The Scan - Muladhara (The Scan Remix) - Malör
33. ENERTY - External - Children Of Tomorrow
34. Lenn Reich - Stigmata - Synergie
35. Fixon, Pushmann - Physical Rituals - Anaøh
36. Regent - Satin - Malör
37. Ryan James Ford - Eendrachtsplein (RET Mix) - Clone Records

Reclaim Your City  

Reclaim Your City 573 | Sandrien

I made a version of this a million years ago, then I upgraded it to be more dj friendly (v 2.0). I still wasn't happy with it though so today I made another version. Enjoy. <3

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Radiohead - Everything In Its Right Place (Gigamesh Remix 3.0)

Cirkle is the 197th guest of our podcast series. The Greek DJ and producer has been active first as a DJ and then also as a producer for the better of two decades. Since, he has had numerous releases on labels such as SK_Eleven, Float Records, Deep Sea mining syndicate, Voltage and Dyad.

As these labels might suggest, his sound is often characterized by Deep thumping kick and base rythms, off-kilter stabs and synths and industrial feeling soundscapes.

While DJing, he blends deeper tracks with higher intensity cuts, creating a seamless energy flow. This podcast clearly reflects his mixing style, taking you on a journey with an abstract opening, a deeper middle section and a bittersweet ending.

Tune in for #197

Vault Sessions #197 - Cirkle

What happened on Friday was special to me. I have a feeling of closing a certain chapter in my musical journey, which started a long time ago when I was still a little boy and had a few turning points along the way. One of these was @dixon_ gig that my friend invited me to 11 years ago. At that time, I was hardly even an electronic music listener. However, after that set, I somehow felt connected with these sounds and understood that this might be the music that would shape my better understanding of self and become my musical background in day-to-day life from then on. At that time, I hadn’t even thought about being a professional DJ.

That is why, after receiving a proposal from @audioriver to join this year’s festival and open the Studio Stage with lots of great artists, including Dixon, I was astonished. Here, I realized that some cycle had ended. From a novice listener who was introduced to completely new sounds by Dixon himself to an artist who shares a stage with him. And as you might know, the result was different than expected. I opened the stage in the middle of a storm, and with time the weather only got worse, leading to the cancellation of Dixon's performance that night. But in the end, this was not important for the process I have been fulfilling, though I would have loved to see him play. I have been processing last Friday for the last few days. I got very emotional as, on the one hand, it is very heartwarming to realize the journey I went through and some end of it, and on the other, knowing that ends bring new beginnings, meaning I am full of excitement for what is yet to come.

At this point, I would love to thank everyone for sharing this journey with me. For every artist whose music I have listened to so far, which shaped me and my understanding of music through the years. For every listener of my performances. For every DJ that I have shared a stage with. For every person that inspired me with their passion for music. For all friends and family that added lots of love and support along the way and, once again, to the @audioriver team for believing in me and showing that I can be proud of my accomplishments and further believe in what I am doing, giving me more faith and energy to continue.

As a summary of this testimony, I have uploaded my set which was recorded live during my performance. A set that represents two aspects: a journey and a celebration. A journey as it has been just described, and a celebration, as every end of a journey should be celebrated to acknowledge to yourself the effort you have put in so far and welcome with a smile the new. A celebration as well, as I somehow wanted to leave the listeners with the feeling that the festival was just beginning and the following three days would be a representation of fun and happiness.

Thank you ❤️
Aftersunday

Aftersunday @ Audioriver Festival 2024

Track: How Was Your Suffering
Artist(s): @toobris
Label: @diffraction_records 
Catalog: DIFF-001 
Format: Vinyl
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release Date: 11.10.2024
Mastering: @ackermannmusic
Artwork: @jannik-asfalg
 
 
 
Artist links:
Bandcamp: https://toobris.bandcamp.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toobris/
 
Label links:
Bandcamp: https://diffraction-records.bandcamp.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.ffraction/

GTG Premiere | Toobris - How Was Your Suffering [DIFF001]

Support the artist here:
SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/jksmusic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jksvds/?hl=en

Frenzy Podcast 189 - JKS

Our 189th podcast is brought to you by Berlin-based JKS. Known for his start with Molekül and the creation of his own label Smile Sessions in 2020, JKS explores the depths of 90’s nostalgia and techno, blending old-school beats and with modern and tribal sounds. 

Tune in for an eclectic mix that showcases his unique, multi-layered style. Enjoy! 

Artwork: Janu Krohm

FrenzyPodcast #189 - JKS

FREE DOWNLOAD: https://hypeddit.com/gordodrake/healingyumaremix

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GORDO & DRAKE - HEALING (YUMA REMIX)

The IMF label closes out a superb 2024 with another vital collection of essential techno sounds curated by founder Marcel Fengler. HARDPROOF VA 07 once again follows its vision, bringing together the techno stars of tomorrow with some of the genre's most consistently innovative pioneers. Frankfurt mainstay Michael Klein is next and brings a lifetime's experience of the city's legendary clubs which colour his sounds next to a love of straightforward and dubby rhythms. 'Hot Pot Smell' is big, muscular techno with raved-up piano stabs and a pulsing bassline. Chopped vocal fragments and oversized hi-hats all add to the irresistible sense of motion.
 
EP (or Single) Title: HARDPROOF VA07
Track Name: Hot Pot Smell
Artist: Michael Klein
Label: Index Marcel Fengler (IMF)
Catalog Number: IMFHP07
Release Date: 06.12.2024
Format: digital
Mastering by: Gio @Artefacts Mastering
Artwork by: rob___zer

Track List:
01. Human Safari - Sunset in 93'
02. Felicie - Komodo
03. Regent - Cassius
04. Michael Klein - Hot Pot Smell
05. Oddible - Flamingo

Artist Social Media:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/michaelkleinberlin/
SC: https://soundcloud.com/michaelkleinberlin
SF: https://open.spotify.com/intl-de/artist/1CIuNl1eWjkoPrhWdMK8L6?si=HV55rnJJSgCTSq3u3huT5Q

Label Social Media:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/indexmarcelfengler/
SC: https://soundcloud.com/index-marcel-fengler
BC: https://indexmarcelfengler.bandcamp.com/

BCCO Premiere: Michael Klein - Hot Pot Smell [IMFHP07]

On February 8th, I had the pleasure of playing a warm-up set for Echonomist at Moon, Warsaw. From the moment I received the invitation to open the night, I was filled with lots of excitement.

To me, Echonomist is a great musician, representing a scene of musical storytellers—an approach that deeply resonates with me. Back in the days when I was recording podcasts, I always structured them as a continuous, unfolding tale. Inspired by this, I performed a journey-like set in which I hope you will find something that speaks to you.

Love!
A.
 


Aftersunday @ Moon, Warsaw - 08.02.2025

@M-zmin (Counterchange / Mord / Diffuse Reality)

Artist... http://deathtechno.com/artists/muzmin/
Tracklist... http://deathtechno.com/2025/02/25/dtmix253-muzmin/
YouTube... https://youtu.be/PR86zkwhaAc

Müzmin is a definite discerning artist with a decade of productions on highly influential imprints such as Bas Mooy's Mord, Inland's Counterchange, Planet Rhythm, MTD's Methodical, Ketch's SYXT, and Vegim's TMMR, to name only a few. The Turkish born, now California-based producer's alias translates to "eternal" and through a love of experimental electronics, to crafting emotive soundtracks for film, he fuses commitment to innovation and creative expression. As a DJ and live act his career lists line-ups alongside artists like DJ Bone, STERAC aka Steve Rachmad, Dustin Zahn, Anthony Linell, Exos, and more. This exclusive mix takes a hypnotic ride through huge analogue grooves and raw, funky frequencies intertwining with punchy rhythms made for spacing out the keenest of dance floors by his tectonic selections. Tracks featured by Luke Slater, Truncate, Ken Ishii, Michael Klein, Peder Mannerfelt, MSDMNR, DJ Shufflemaster, ROD, and many more...

Tracklist…

01. Len Faki - Shri Yanira (Luke Slater Deep Heat Remix) [Figure]
02. JSPRV35 - Tex [Diffuse Reality]
03. datasæt - Circuits [Null Warp]
04. b.mod & Essentia - Ahfal [Rhythm Werk]
05. A4 (ES) - Four Rays [Edit Select]
06. Obscur - Trip Sitter [Lunar]
07. Elias the Prophet - Yomi [Prophecy]
08. Ma Haiping - His Alone [Space Travel]
09. Truncate - Process [Blueprint]
10. Ken Ishii & YUADA - Rapid Shots Part 2 [ARTS]
11. Michael Klein - School Day [KYSH]
12. Konduku - Hayal [Bitta]
13. Corium - Acolyte [Reverse]
14. Elsen (JP) - 562 (Fergus Sweetland Remix) [Heel]
15. Feph - Multiples [Zosimos]
16. Yanamaste - Shape [KYSH]
17. DisX3 - Collision [Recorded Things]
18. FAÏG - Reset [Planet Rhythm]
19. Casper Hastings - Reaper (Peder Mannerfelt Remix) [Yin Yang Label]
20. Metapattern - Miasma [Mord]
21. MSDMNR - Alarm [MSDMNR]
22. DJ Shufflemaster - P.F.L.P. [Tresor]
23. JSPRV35 - Clock [Diffuse Reality]
24. Hertz Collision & Programma 101 - Concrete Skin [Clergy]
25. TWR72 - Lucid (ROD Remix) [Float]
26. DJ Strat - Conscious [UMF]

deathtechno.com

DTMIX253 - Müzmin [Oakland, USA]

For the closing of 2015 I put together a mix of tracks that this year helped me to emphasise, support or even overcome specific emotions. So lean back and relax.

Wish everybody happy and peaceful holidays and a good start into 2016.

Watch the video here:
https://vimeo.com/147689700

Love
MK

Vimeo:
https://vimeo.com/147689700

Soundcloud:
soundcloud.com/michaelkleinberlin
soundcloud.com/secondstateaudio

Facebook: facebook.com/MichaelShinichiKlein

Instagram: instagram.com/michaelkleinberlin

Second State: www.secondstate.net

Tracklist:

Nils Frahm - Some
Amazing track to take time for yourself and reflect about your thoughts and decisions to. You just need to watch out to not get too emotional.

Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross - Clue One
Alva Noto - Xerrox 2ndevol
If i am stressed and in a rush, caught up in things that actually don’t matter these two tracks calms me down. They just make everything feel like it is moving in slow motion.

Ólafur Arnalds - This Place Was A Shelter
John Beltran - Heavy Weather
Emotional but powerful. I’m loving these tracks for their very own emotional journey. They brings you from a very sad place to a feeling full of power and energy.

Michael Klein - Live Drawing 2
One of my own experiments let’s me keep continue the vibe and feeling of power and energy from the tracks before. It get’s a little bit more hectic mimicking fast thought processes of sorting data in your mind.

Nosaj Thing - Medic
I have a very personal connection to this track as it was supporting me during the most emotional phase this year. It triggers me to constantly switch between sadness and euphoria because of its frequent back and forth between the harmonic parts and the stripped down atmo.

Echologist - Dirt (Area Elevation Remix)
For the first time i heard this track while being at a Boiler Room event in Berlin. Since than it always reminds me of the power music has on people.

Area - Tangled in 120
When i am low on energy or focus this track brings me back. Amazing energy that just makes me want to close my eyes and stop doing anything else. A very hypnotic and sexy techno track.

Kitkatone - My Mate The President
Loving the percussions of this one. One of the tracks that reminds me about all the facets and effects of techno music.

Rrose - Purge
This one stands for anger. One of these tracks you barely manage to squeeze into a club set because of its complexity and heaviness but for sure great to to support you during a run or workout.

Michael Cleis & Klement Bonelli - Marvinello (Feat. Martin Wilson) (Radio Slave Remix)
For sure there needed to be a super euphoric club tune in here. This one sounds and feels like an amazing well executed club night where everybody is enjoying themselves. But in general i am a big fan of the recent works of Radio Slave so one of them had to make it in here.

SNDST BYND - Michael Klein - Emotional Essentials

Hi, this is Michael and this is my Soundcloud Page.

Enjoy.