Mysteries of the Deep has released its third and final compilation, rounding out the three-part seasonal series that began earlier this year. Each has been distinct and reflective of the season of its release; the first, released in spring, leaned towards the organic and ethereal. The second—a summer release—was oriented towards rhythmic vitality. And the third installment in the series, like the winter season, is deep, dark, and contemplative: a call to turn inwards. The thread that connects each track in Chapter Three is mood: each one of these tracks brings to mind the inward spaces of winter. From the smoky, ghost-like vocals of Xexzy’s “Lost” to the percussive fervor of Birds of Prey’s “Escapement,” this compilation offers a dynamic range of sounds, while remaining sonically coherent.

Thomas Ragsdale’s “Kicking Ox” makes for a fitting opening, for its dark pulse and somber strings set the tone for what’s to follow. Much of this work seems to reflect the end of a long, chaotic year; often these arrangements are stark, unsettling and dystopian, like Push for Night’s tense, cinematic “Fingering the Fuse” and Israel Vines’ “Shallow Pursuits.” Elements like the ragged chords of Rafael Anton Irisarri’s “Haggard,” the steady, buried kick in Christina Giannone’s “Lapsed Contentment” or the sonic droplets of Radere’s “Harm Matrix,” lend to a sparse, wintry atmosphere. But, as within any bleak, snowy landscape, there’s the occasional sheen of light. Joachim Spieth’s “Luna,” and Rhaeticus’ “Standing on Concrete” are heightened and emotionally rich. Overall, the third and final release grounds itself in an identity that feels distinctly different from the first two chapters, and yet simultaneously completes the arc of the series, which has showcased over three dozen artists dedicated to their craft.


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Mysteries of the Deep is a New York-based record label, podcast, and event series — focused on ambient & experimental music in various forms. Mysteries — as fans lovingly call it — is concerned with exploration of unknown realms, and its focus, in addition to showcasing a dynamic spectrum of electronic music from foremost artists in the field, is to thoughtfully engage its audience. 

Conceptualized in 2011, Mysteries began as a podcast series that, now in its eleventh year, has hosted an array of mixes and original works. The project has since evolved, expanding into a curated global event series and record label.

Chilean resident in Croatia, after surviving many years Barcelona has spent more the 20 years dedicated to electronic music and now to the most experimental sounds, everything started in the north of Chile in the year 2000 where he started as a DJ in different events (Upspace) after graduating as Sound Technician in Santiago de Chile, he was one of the musical pioneers in the north of the country where he explored sounds from Techno, House to Psytrance, in 2003 he emigrated to Barcelona where he absorbed and acquired all the wisdom of city where the year 2006 I create KRAFTOPTICAL, which is where the history of the label founded by him began in 2011, with almost 70 releases of producers from all over the globe, 2011 he started editing his own material and in 2013 he produced his first album "Future Elqui "with great response especially in more experimental circles of the circuit ... Then With" Secrets "(Ep) and Second Album" Contact Interestellar "produced in n Australia (Melbourne), makes its particular spatial sound make us travel always with common sense, with the heart and soul focused on the remotest of the Universe.

With “astronave “ Ep edited in 2018 I achieve a great audience especially in his country of origin chile and in several new directions , today with his New album that will be edited in March 2019 will continue his journey that started in "Future Elqui” 2013 reached a "Contact interestelar" 2015 traveling on the Earth more"..." 

 2020 in April released his compilation album "Universos" with 22 tracks edited during his career as a music producer with which he will continue his journey that began in "Future Elqui" 2013 reached a "Interstellar Contact" 2015 traveling in the "Astronave""2018 to land on the planet " Earth"the most wonderful"....

2021 he has released his fourth Album Venus for the label Barcelona Diffuse Reality included in the catalog of Teorema , where it exploits all its more experimental sound inspired in the star of the dawn , achieving a great arrival in the media Xlr8r, Apparel Music ,Electronic Groove magazine ,Cold Experiment etc... consolidating his discography ,also participated in the compilation of the Chilean label Panal Records , where with the track Robots 2040 shoots his most futuristic sound

2022 is about to launch in August the new Ep Teslatron where represents the relationship between the analog and digital through a sound journey driven by the electrical oscillations produced by circuits and voltage inspired by the famous Nikola Tesla .... This new Ep the Yulio will be the prelude to his fifth album Cosmic Fractal inspired by the teachings of Benoit Mandelbrot, which will be released at the beginning of 2023.

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Diego Amido, known as Oxygeno, was born in 1995 in northern Spain. Since 2019, he has established himself as a key figure in Spanish techno culture, extending his influence beyond national borders to international stages.

Inspired by the distinctive sound of Spanish techno, Oxygeno has developed a unique style that blends hypnotic textures, relentless rhythms, and introspective atmospheres. His sets take the audience on a sonic journey filled with emotions and rawness, an immersive experience that defines his artistic essence.

With unwavering dedication, he founded his record label, Lost Verses, where he curates his most personal productions. His work has been released by prestigious international labels such as Mord Records, Axis Records, and Soma Records, with standout releases that have positioned him as a reference in today’s scene.

Oxygeno has shared the stage with renowned artists like Jeff Mills, Óscar Mulero, and Ø [Phase], performing in iconic clubs such as Khidi (Tbilisi), Fabrik (Madrid), Melkweg (Amsterdam), Gare (Porto), or Spook (Valencia). His music and presence in these spaces cement his position as an essential artist in the global techno landscape.

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