Berlin-based producer Nicolas Bougaïeff returns with Prime Funktion, the second instalment in his Prime EP series on NovaMute, following Primal Extensions. Expanding his exploration of prime rhythms and polytemporality, Bougaïeff pushes the limits of techno with intricate rhythmic frameworks and hypnotic, high-intensity club cuts.

Visually, the artwork mirrors the EP’s rhythmic complexity, illustrating prime rhythms as layered circular structures—patterns that momentarily align, echoing the tension between freedom and synchronisation central to the Prime series.

Prime Funktion showcases Bougaïeff continuing his quest to expand the rhythmic possibilities of electronic music, drawing from his PhD in minimal techno and decades of experience in the scene. This work explores what Bougaïeff calls "temporal liberation"—where intricate rhythms both literally break the constraints of traditional techno and serve as a symbolic metaphor for broader notions of personal, social, and metaphysical freedom.

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Premiere of Augusto Taito - Arena [RM19]

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Augusto Taito makes his mark on Renegade Methodz with Rough Skin — a raw, powerhouse Techno record that confirms his place among the genre’s most exciting talents.

Known for his unfiltered, high-octane approach to techno, Taito has already captured the attention of the scene, with respected releases on labels like Mord and Tar Hallow. The sound of ‘Rough Skin’ is a fearless fusion of techno’s physicality and dynamic rhythmic patterns, with each track a testament to his constant evolution while staying true to the genre’s roots. Whether he's crafting in the studio or commanding the decks, Taito's techno sound is as bold as it is sophisticated. 

Artist: Augusto Taito
Title: Arena
Label: Renegade Methodz
Catalogue: RM19
Release date: May 2nd, 2025

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As spring teases the summer ahead and overall lightness returns, T3R016 delivers highly intense peak-time euphoria by Dutch-born and Berlin- based hardware phenomenon Nadia Struiwigh.

Artist: Nadia Struiwigh
Title: Wind Whisper EP 
Label: The Third Room
Catalogue: T3R016
Format: Vinyl 12”
Genre: Electronic
Style: #Techno
Release date: May 9, 2025

Artwork by Daniel Bornmann,
Lennard Makosch (Studio XYZ)

Mastering by Ahmet Sisman 
(The Third Room Studios)

Tracklist:
A1: Wind Whisper
A2: Wind Whisper (Andy Martin Remix)
B1: Echoing Glade
B2: Echoing Glade (UFO95 Remix)

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Her mas terful storytelling shines through two tracks consisting of hard-hitting, yet dynamic drum arrangements and melodious breaks. The remixes by Andy Martin and UFO95 build on this drive whilst offering striking contrasts. Witness Andy co nvince listeners once again with expressive melodies and trippy sound design, wh ile UFO95 flawlessly adds contemporary, raw and beepy energy to the release. F our tracks that are truly primed for moments of pure motion will entirely make the winter disappear.


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Premiere: Nadia Struiwigh — Wind Whisper [T3R016]

We’re proud to premiere “Beat On The Drum”, a standout cut from Slam’s forthcoming album Dark Channel—their first full-length release in seven years. A blistering statement of intent, the track is a relentless percussive assault, built for peak-time moments and dark, sweat-soaked rooms. Ferocious, hypnotic, and uncompromising, it captures the raw essence of the dance floor as a space of resistance, unity, and release.

Dark Channel lands May 9 via Soma Records—digitally and as a limited double 12” vinyl.

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PREMIERE: Slam - Beat On The Drum [ Soma Records ]

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As electronic music pioneers and co-founders of Soma Records, Slam have continually shaped the landscape of underground techno. With their forthcoming album, Dark Channel, they present a raw, club-focused record that stands as both a reflection of our turbulent times and a celebration of the dance floor’s enduring power.

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PREMIERE: Slam - Irregular Object [SOMADA128]

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DifferentSound 30th release is presented.

Croatian techno duo DBFB returns with a powerful new EP titled Rebellion. Blending raw, Detroit-inspired grooves with bold avant-garde funk elements, the release showcases five driving tracks that push the boundaries of the dancefloor. With precision-crafted rhythms and unexpected twists, DBFB continues to carve out a distinct sonic identity—deep, percussive, and undeniably groovy.

Brace yourself for DBFB - Rebellion EP, available 15th of May.

Artist: DBFB
Title: Release; Rebellion
Label: DifferentSound
Catalog: DSDGTL030
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno
Release Date: May 15, 2025

Written and produced by DBFB;
Mastered at Hardgroove by Paul Mac;
Distribution by Triple Vision.

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CT Premiere: DBFB - Brick & Bone [DSDGTL030]

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William Marqs - no.0091

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Artist: Inger Illel
Label: Amphibian Records
Catalog Number: AMPHVA007
Release Date: 23.5.2025
Format: Digital
Mastering: David Becker
Artwork: Tharim Cornelisse & Floor Sabelis
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OECUS Premiere | Inger Illel - Čekám [AMPHVA007]

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„Rohstahl“ ist purer Schranz – kompromisslos, monotone Energie, geballter Bassdruck.
Wer seinen Namen vergessen hat, aber vom Beat gefunden werden will, ist hier richtig. Für Keller, Tunnel, und alle, die am liebsten zu Maschinen tanzen.

#Schranz #RawTechno #Stampfen #Maschinenliebe #BassAmLimit

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Techno Doctor Nicolas Bougaïeff is a Berlin-based electronic producer and artist known for pushing the boundaries of sound, rhythm, and tempo. With a PhD in minimal techno, Bougaïeff bridges the worlds of rigorous theory and bold experimentation, merging academic precision with sonic innovation. 

His background — shaped by a multicultural upbringing and an academic career — deeply informs his approach to both music and life.
Born in Canada, Bougaïeff’s heritage spans Hungary, Poland, Russia, and France, and his early exposure to linguistics and diverse cultures shaped his worldview. “Learning a new language and integrating into new cultures felt normal to me,” he reflects, explaining his seamless transition to Berlin life in 2008, where he immersed himself in the city's techno scene.

For over a decade, Bougaïeff has explored the intersections between music, mathematics, and technology. His pioneering concepts, such as Pivot Mixing (a technique for tempo modulation in electronic music) and Prime Rhythms (polyrhythms based on prime number ratios), have challenged the traditional understandings of rhythm in electronic dance music. His work often incorporates bespoke tuning systems and experimental synthesis techniques, reflecting his deep engagement with modular hardware. This is further demonstrated in his collaborations with manufacturers like dadamachines and Five12.

As a performer, Bougaïeff has captivated audiences at iconic venues and festivals such as Berghain, fabric London, and MUTEK Montréal, blending intense club energy with avant-garde experimentation. His personal journey as an outsider—navigating Berlin’s techno scene as an immigrant—mirrors the integration of techniques typically foreign to dance music, resulting in a distinctive sound that challenges conventions. Beyond the dancefloor, his collaborations span visual artists, classical musicians, and technologists. Notably, Bougaïeff co-founded Liine, a music technology company with Richie Hawtin, which developed the Lemur app — famously used by astronaut Alexander Gerst on the International Space Station.

For Bougaïeff, music is both a technical craft and a vehicle for profound expression. His artistic journey spans diverse sonic landscapes, from early releases on labels like Trapez to his debut album The Upward Spiral (2020), which captured the industrial techno sound of the clubs he frequented. The album was followed by Higher Up The Spiral (2020), a remix compilation featuring Chris Liebing, Dusty Kid, and Introversion, highlighting his ever-evolving sound.

In his follow-up album Begin Within (2022), released on Mute, Bougaïeff ventured into new sonic territories, incorporating his voice as an instrument — a bold step in his ongoing exploration and redefinition of musical boundaries. In 2024, he released a series of EPs on NovaMute, further showcasing his signature approach to polytemporality by blending complex rhythms and tempos into a distinctive auditory experience.

"I see my music as an act of liberation," Bougaïeff states. "Liberation from within, from the boundaries of genre, and from constraints of thought. Problems are soluble. Everything will be okay."

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