Welcome a much anticipated mix from DJ Alan! 

Deep, dubin, atmospheric goodness to make you feel warm n fuzzy. Undoubtedly the type of mix you’ll put on by default for every and any occasion - very, very, very re-listenable.  Also very, very, very unsurprising - this man’s grooves notoriously know no bounds and have never failed anybody ever.

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Neurocrank Mix: DJ Alan

Having just celebrated six years in the game, Alien Communications has, in that time, delivered a headsy mix of electro and techno - fuelling countless parties, artist debuts, and a raft of top-tier releases. Regularly pushing the envelope with events like The Big Bang and a residency at The Lion & Lamb, AC’s booking policy has welcomed an array of heavy hitters, including Underground Resistance, Radioactive Man, DJ Stingray, Juan Atkins, Dopplereffekt and Jane Fitz - the list goes on.

Beyond exploring the far reaches of Detroit electro and techno, as well as showcasing the very best talent from the UK and Europe at his events, the Alien Communications label has become a creative home for the studio output of an exciting clutch of artists. From homegrown heroes such as Domenic Cappello, Ste Roberts, Polytunnel, Adam Curtain and Hardacre, to the expansive “Astral Projections” VA release, AC has made a clear statement of intent.

With Alien Communications’ star rising exponentially, we’ve been eagerly anticipating the UK artist’s turn on our InSessions mix series - and he hasn’t disappointed. Welding bomb-proof beats, outrageous acid lines, and fathoms-deep basslines to robotic aesthetics, this mix simultaneously looks back in time while fast-forwarding far into the future. To say the future is bright for Alien Communications would be an understatement, as he continues to weave his way across the world’s finest dancefloors.

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https://www.instagram.com/aliencomms/

Alien Communications - Trommel InSession 161

Out Now: https://neurocrank.bandcamp.com/album/motion-activated

Our next release brings @al-den-te and @explicitjoy together for a first joint outing.

Two collaborative tracks and a solo track each showcase their shared tastes, blending al dente’s intricate percussion with explicit joy’s evolving modular leads. Squelches and warps give way to tonal surprises and vocal zaps, twisting familiar shapes into something constantly in motion. A playful detour that is the result of their distinctive styles coming together.

Pre-order available now via Bandcamp, with full release on October 3, 2025.

Produced by Harrison Sewards & Liam Richards
Mixed and mastered by Klon Dump
Artwork by Liam Richards

al dente & explicit joy - Motion Activated (NCRANK02)

A Electromancer Signet
B 454 Jam

DJ Normal 4 appears first time on the label with 10” record consisting different flavored genre tracks for the ears of the curious listeners, and die-hard music lovers. Tim has been creating electronic music for a long time and has appeared in some of the key music events around the globe. With a high level of skill and accuracy this artist is able to tackle music of many styles which also can be witnessed on this record. This is the second ten inch record the label has welcomed to its catalogue so you can imagine the level of excitement in the air. From the A side going into the electro approach right to the trance infused B side, this disc is guaranteed to feel absolutely correct in the record bag if these are the genres of music that resonates with you.

SKKB 028 / DJ Normal 4 - 2 TraxX 10"

Artist: Conoley Ospovat
Title: Tokyo Techno Girl
Track Title: Tokyo Techno Girl
Label: Continental Drift Records
Cat #: cdrift.030
Release date: 31.10.2025
Format: vinyl, digital

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Conoley Ospovat delivers again with another missive on his mostly solo platform, Continental Drift. With supporters like Move D, Daniel Bell, Snad, Gavin Hardkiss, & DJ 1985, he always seems to find himself in the record bag of underground tastemakers & adventurous selectors. On the Tokyo Techno Girl 12" he continues to refine his sound - ranging from the B-side dusty dub roller Culture Lag to the playful shimmer of the lead tune: Stars. In between, the wistful title track is a shuffling ode to a faithful furry studio companion. Then classical house roots shine through on Jam bij de Vrij Paleis, catapulting a buoyant bassline groove to the fore with a deep spirit sure to grab fans of Smallville or Giegling. Do not miss this.

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Premiere | Conoley Ospovat - Tokyo Techno Girl (cdrift.030)

PREORDER: https://flipthelid.bandcamp.com/album/rolly-bump-vol-2

Flip The Lid is a label prone to movement. Originally started in London as a radio show, before then making its way to Aotearoa/New Zealand, and now finally settling in Boorloo/Perth, the label has seen a series of moves and influences that have stuck with it to this day. 'Rolly Bump Vol 2', its second compilation, is a merging of all of those geographic influences, with contributions from Ireland, Japan, across Europe and Australia.

'Twerp', the work of Boorloo-based producer Aphid, is a nod to deep, dark and hypnotic dancefloors. The producer, who cites the likes of Unai Trotti, Smagghe, Ciel and XDB as influences, has shared a track versatile enough for the club or big outdoor systems. "Layers of broken percussion, tweaked-out acid & a healthy dose of 40hz keeps this one skipping along," the label shared.

'Rolly Bump Vol 2' releases via Flip The Lid's Bandcamp this Friday, October 24.

Artwork: @trcctrl (https://www.instagram.com/trcctrl?igsh=MWZnYTdoYWFzYmo0ZQ==)
Mastering: @consideredsounds (https://www.instagram.com/consideredsounds?igsh=bjE5b3cwbDZnZDN5)

PREMIERE: Aphid - 'Twerp' [Flip The Lid]

Joe Owen - Whistle Blow (Original Mix)

Roza Terenzi channels femme-forward rhythmic energy into an intoxicating blend of mind-bending dance music, sapphic mischief, and cybernetic flair. Emerging from Australia’s underground, she’s brought a playful and rebellious spirit to dancefloors worldwide with her genre-blurring sets and magnetic stage presence. Now based in Berlin, her high-voltage DJ sets—equal parts transcendent, chaotic, and fun—have lit up iconic festivals like Dekmantel and Sonar, as well as clubs like Panorama Bar, Bassiani, and De School.

MARICAS w/ Roza Terenzi @ Kiosk Radio 22.11.2025

NOUS044: Matias El Mansouri - Disintegration (previews)

Dark and driving techno with hypnotic atmospheres

Colombian Nightmare (Original Mix)

A driving synth bassline and fast tempo create a sense of urgency, while a high, arpeggiated lead melody loops like a hypnotic thought you can’t shake.
The strong kick, sharp snare, and steady hi-hat pattern keep the rhythm grounded, and a touch of reverb on the lead synth adds depth and space.
No chords, no vocals — just a pulsing, evolving loop that builds tension and carries you through, whether you're working, moving, or just needing to escape into sound.

24220 - Nightrunner

Down under(ground).

Operating primarily from unceded Gadigal land.

PREMIERE: Aphid - 'Twerp' [Flip The Lid]

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