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A decade after it first came out, Stephan Bodzin and Marc Romboy’s Luna album will be reimagined this November with a four-track remix package. Soon-to-land on Systematic, the likes of Ben Böhmer, ANNA & Wehbba, Aera and Echonomist all feature this time around.

“I could not be happier with this double 12”, which is coming out ten years after the release of our Luna album. Stephan and I managed to win over four fantastic artists in the form of Ben Böhmer, ANNA & Wehbba, Aera and Echonomist, each of whom we cherish a lot.” - Marc Romboy.

Ben Böhmer leads the way on Callisto, providing us with a synth-fuelled remix of the original that showcases his signature dancefloor-ready style. ANNA & Wehbba soon darken proceedings with their interpretation of Ferdinand, a brooding techno number stacked with hard-edged kick-hat combos throughout, before Aera serves up seven minutes of glitchy melodic sounds on his remix of Triton. Echonomist then rounds things off, re-inventing Phobos with poignant pads and gently-building percussion.

German artist Ben Böhmer has become a mainstay of contemporary electronic music, thanks to a consistent output on Anjunadeep, Anjunabeats and Armada Music to name a few. ANNA is one of techno’s leading talents, having released on Drumcode, Hotflush and a host of other established imprints, whilst Brazilian Wehbba is no stranger to both labels also. Berlin-based Aera has found a welcome home on Innervisions in recent times, as has Greek talent Echonomist, with both artists receiving industry acclaim for Prana and Night Versions respectively.

Stephan Bodzin & Marc Romboy - Luna (The Remixes) (Systematic)

Stephan Bodzin & Marc Romboy - Ferdinand (ANNA & Wehbba Remix)

Ben Klock - October

Dubfire - Emissions

Le Chaman Doit Se Reveiller (Long Play)

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Le Shaman - Le Chaman Doit Se Reveiller (Long Play)

On the back of their critically acclaimed ‘Oblivion’ EP, from which ‘Sensation’ was named one of the techno tracks of 2016 by Mixmag, Monika Kruse rejoins her brothers-from-another-mother Pig&Dan for another electrifying two-track EP.

Both tracks – ‘Get Me On’ and ‘So Good’ featured in her celebrated debut Essential Mix that aired on April 1 and have highlighted the iconic techno artist’s sets over the past month,  everywhere from Time Warp to her wildly popular b2b with Andrea Oliva at Boiler Room Madrid in March. 

Produced during an inspired couple of days in Mallorca with Pig&Dan in January, both records are explosive techno weapons built for the peaktime and propelled by a stunning warehouse stomp. ‘Get Me On’ is a driving affair from the outset, powered by a compelling mainroom groove that’s gradually immersed in exhilarating cyclone swirls of melody. ‘So Good’ is as delectable as its name, characterized by a roaring buildup that’s drawn out dramatically for much of its 8-minute running time, working in tandem with several carefully deployed breakdowns. Both records are destined to leave a devastating impact at festivals over the summer.

Monika Kruse Meets Pig&Dan - So Good (Terminal M)

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GABRIEL ANANDA.Doppelwhipper (Live) - Original Mix

Caldera

Spooks

Klay

BamBam

Clubbing was in its infancy when Berlin-born Monika Kruse began her first residency at the Babalu bar in Munich, where she grew up. Classically trained in piano from the age of four, Monika has always had a love of music and her early sets spanned hip hop, funk, soul and early deep and vocal house. This new breed of electronic music seized Monika’s soul and imagination. Dance music was in its infancy and since there were few clubs where you could play techno she threw her own parties in illegal venues ranging from World War II bunkers to trams to empty houses. Fortunately the police were a little behind the musical curve… “I had some funny experiences,” she recalls, “But nice ones! They stopped us once in a tram because they thought the smoke machine was a fire!” On another occasion, they came and asked her to turn down the bass so the house they were playing in wouldn’t crumble. “Luckily, they didn’t have a clue about techno!” 
	
Monika Kruse's star is shining brighter than ever with a global fan-base hungry for her irresistible beats. In 2014 her club appearances included Space Ibiza with Carl Cox, Amnesia Ibiza with Marco Carola, We Love... at Space Ibiza, Sankeys Ibiza, Egg London and regular sets for her residency at Berghain Berlin.

She dazzled the festivals, too, playing events such as Time Warp, Melt Festival, 18 Hour Festival, Eastern Electrics UK, Ultra Music Festival in Miami and South America, Sonus Croatia, Awakenings ADE, and SEMF Stuttgart. She also hosted a stage at Amsterdam's Edit Festival, showcasing some of her favourite artists such as Pig & Dan, Nick Curly and Miss Kittin.
Classically trained in piano, Monika's love of music is broad and deep. She grew up buying records, accumulating a music collection that grew to span funk, soul, hip hop, and house music. When the revolutionary rhythms coming out of Chicago and Detroit captured her imagination it led her to throw parties in illegal venues including World War II bunkers, trams and empty houses.

Electronic music culture has evolved rapidly since those early days but Monika's talent and passion is constant. “My ethos is ‘sweat with a smile,’” she says. “I give love to my audience and they give it back. LOVE – it’s the best thing in the world. My aim is to help people forget whatever is going on in their life and have a little holiday – just get lost in my music.”
Monika is also an active producer. Her Terminal M label celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2015 and she chalked up hits this year with Pig & Dan collaboration 'Soulstice', a Beatport Top 10 techno anthem. The fantastic remix package of 'Summer Drops' was also a Beatport chart favourite, featuring Monika's track reworked by Nicole Moudaber, Uner, and Mendo. With just two releases Monika was one of Beatport's Top 100 techno artists for 2014. Look out for the special re-release of the album Monika Kruse @ Voodooamt 'Passengers' in celebration of Terminal M's 15th birthday.

Monika’s passion for spreading the love extends beyond the dancefloor, too. In 2000 she founded a charity called No Historical Backspin to fight racism and homophobia. “It’s sad and ridiculous that people still get beat up, or in some countries even killed, for being gay. Or get treated badly because of their skin colour, or gender, or because they’re a refugee” she says. “But it happens. Sharing and caring is the only way to make the world a safe place for everyone. It is important for DJs to show they respect everyone.” She is currently organising a No Historical Backspin party at Berghain. Funds raised will go to Amadeu Antonio Stiftung, which supports victims of hate-crimes and campaigns against right-wing extremism.
Her charity work, like her DJing and production, is an expression of Monika’s faith in the transforming power of music. “It was my first love,” she says. “Music was my best friend. It never let me down. In good times music was there and in bad times music was there.”

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