Our June 2025 ‘Monthly Techno Mixshow’ features a one hour, fourteen minute mix from Josh Tong.  This closing set was recorded live for the Entropoic x Green Machine show at Smartbar in Chicago on 12/5/24.

Josh Tong is a classically trained artist and DJ specializing in textural, atmospheric, and ethereal techno. He takes a methodical and intentional approach to his sets reflecting the ways in which classical concertos are structured and fabricated. This curious approach illustrates the harmonious flow of energy between melodic elements and atmospheric tones through deeply layering tracks creating soundscapes rather than a singular sound. 

His thoughtful, philosophical approach to music guides his project, Entropic - a music-centered experience and platform that transcends genres and honors DJing as an artform always pushing the boundaries of sound and space. Josh has showcased local talent through Entropic at Chicago’s beloved Smartbar and continues to build community through these deliberate iterations. He is also a resident of Chicago’s techno collective and label, Format.

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https://www.instagram.com/josh_tong_

[Bio Written by Shanti Chu]
[Mix Mastered by Conrad F]

Monthly Techno Mixshow - Josh Tong [June 2025]

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LIVE: A live-only electronics podcast by Beautiful Machines

LIVE006 features Rick Vayo, recorded at the BM showcase in Berlin on 11.06.25.

Rick Vayo is one half of Tapefeed - Fabric residents and long-standing figures in the techno underground. Stepping into the spotlight with his debut solo live set, Rick traces a bold new path: weaving hip hop and trip hop inspired sampling with deep house textures and Detroit techno sensibilities, all anchored by his characteristic rhythmic identity.

Setup: Octatrack MKII, Novation Launchcontrol XL and Launchpad X

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LIVE006: Rick Vayo

PATTERN：Kyle Geiger -  Selection 74 - 8 PM

Recording from Boris - BeHærd Invites KHIDI  at Levenslang 7 NOV 

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Boris - BeHærd Invites KHIDI  at Levenslang 7 NOV

2 hour live recording of @lauravanhal x @willemtrax at the magical Ballista Festival '25

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4 The Gang (Original Mix)

PHYSIK

DIVERSION is a duo from Cork, Ireland, whose journey began early through a shared passion for electronic music. After meeting in school and playing their first DJ sets together, production quickly followed. Since then, they have released over 25 tracks and four EPs, steadily shaping their own sonic identity.

Over the past two years, that identity has evolved significantly. Their sound has moved toward a more raw and driving form of techno, stripped back and focused on momentum, pressure and atmosphere.

Signal From The Burren captures this shift and marks a clear statement of where DIVERSION stand today. Produced throughout 2025, the EP reflects a refined yet versatile approach, with each track contributing its own character while remaining grounded in a cohesive vision.

Following two previous releases with Grab The Groove, the label felt like a natural home for this next chapter. GTG SOLO 008 presents DIVERSION at a decisive moment, confident in direction and committed to pure techno.



Mixed & Mastered by Mython

Artwork by Bureau Bizarre | Morgenstern

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Monthly Techno Mixshow - Josh Tong [June 2025]

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