#17

Artist: The Open Circle [Greyscale / Crossfade Sounds/ Axaminer / OHM Series / ODrex]

Our 17th Frontier journey comes from Belgian producer Geert Thirry better known as - The Open Circle. We have been big fans of The Open Circle since we discovered his music a few years ago. He is an incredible producer and very versatile artist, who’s music can span from deep ambient soundscapes, to low slung chuggy dub techno all the way up to full dance floor fist pumping Techno. His production is mostly done using a Modular synthesizer and some other hardware. Then Layered textures and evolving rhythms are built to define the signature style with analog warmth and hypnotic depth.  

Geert has been producing music for many years, His first EP was actually released back in 2003 on the UK label ” Lost Language “as a double vinyl. Released under the alias Karada the release was more in the melodic Techno sphere. Since then his style and sound has developed into the deep Dub Techno he is known for today. His productions have been gathering more and more acclaim with his recent release on the legendary Greyscale placing him firmly towards to the top echelons of the Dub Techno world. 

We are honoured to be able to welcome Geert to the Dub Explorations and Frontier family and look forward to hearing his future productions. 

You Can find more from The Open Circle here -

https://soundcloud.com/the_open_circle

https://www.instagram.com/the_open_circle_/

https://www.youtube.com/@the_open_circle_

The Frontier 017 - The Open Circle

Podcast Series 47 • Eli Verveine

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Zlata returns to OpenLab with Diemo, this time featuring a two hour mix from Ukrainian DJ and Artist from Kyiv Sasha Ushenko, don't miss it!

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Derek Carr Deep Techno, Acid & Electro Mix

Introspective mind realignment from the deepest depths, Mike Buhl engages the senses with poise and purpose, lifting the spirit while carefully dialling up the pressure over two-plus hours of tension filled hypnotic techno and soaring interplanetary rhythms. 

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Q. What sounds or feelings did you draw upon when gathering inspiration for this mix, and what listening environments could you imagine it being best enjoyed in?

A. My inspiration was driven by the urge to showcase lots of artists who have been on heavy rotation over the years. Somewhat cliche, but it was really important to blend genres and energies that represented every aspect of what I listen to, am inspired by alongside how and when they were experienced. Tracks I’ve loved listening to on my own, while entertaining friends, during lock in record nights and those tracks designed to be shared in public spaces and events. 
 
Finding a cohesive path through those different styles, genres and energies was the adventure in this mix. Distilling a sonic mountain of records into something that flowed seamlessly and translated well when listening back in all of those moments felt most authentic. A mix best consumed while moving, sharpening that assignment, at the tail end of a dinner party as the vibe shifts to next gear or while embracing the magic of a lock in with the crew. 

This has translated into snapshots, across a timeline stitched together from records new and old, capturing a weekend drive, early floors through to closed doors, spilling onto the street, the afterhours and beyond. Almost two and a half hours of ambient ear candy, arm chair burners, peak melters and thought provokers that attempt to relive moments and feelings from our past years listening, curating and creating electronic music.

Q. I know you’ve developed a close kinship with some modern pillars of the dub techno scene, mastering and editing .VRIL’s 2025 Edit of his classic tune ‘UV’ and being tasked with closing out his recent Melbourne show. Tell us how that connection came about, and what other studio projects have you got bubbling away that you’re excited to share?

A. I first reached out to .Vril ahead of a past tour to Australia. His music resonated with me so much that I wanted to meet him for a coffee. Since then, we’ve hung out a few times, shared music, and bounced some tracks off each other. It was an absolute highlight, when he asked to be a part of reshaping ‘UV’ and he's kindly returned serve with a remix for my follow up EP, 'Modern Explorer II' on local imprint Denude. We’ve had some very early conversations around a collaboration next time he’s out here and I would really like to continue pushing creativity here.

In the background, I've been spending a good amount of time in my studio. Focusing on creating for myself and helping others. Improving my abilities as a mix engineer has been a big focus and I’ve been fortunate enough to work on a number projects with artists locally and abroad. Whether that be mixing, providing creative direction, arrangement work or mastering. I really love working with others and often find it more enjoyable than working alone. In saying that, I’m building a volume of new music that needs an outlet and will focus on that over the next few months.

MDC.313 Mike Buhl

With deep gratitude, we welcome @mattxavier

Matt is the author of The Psychedelic DJ: A Practical Guide to Therapeutic Music Curation and Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy (https://a.co/d/3Rj3G4r), a guide for facilitators and psychonauts that combines DJ techniques, counseling, music curation, and psychedelic therapy. As a seasoned DJ, mental health counselor, and psychedelic guide, his work sits at the crossroads of music, healing, and expanded consciousness.

With over 30 years of experience exploring sound and psychedelics—from pioneering New York City’s early ’90s psytrance scene to cofounding the techno/house label Railyard Recordings—Matt eventually shifted his focus from nightlife to clinical psychology. Today, he runs Integrated Psychedelics (https://integratedpsychedelics.com), a private practice dedicated to guided journeywork, preparation, and integration support for psychedelic experiences.

In Matt's words:

"Psilocybin Therapy Protocol 2: The Shadow" is the second part of a four-hour DJ mix series I've created from hundreds of live psychedelic therapy sessions. Following Protocol 1 – The Light (available via ASIP's Isolated Mix Series at https://tinyurl.com/isolatedmix132), which focused on major chords and sublimation, this sequel encourages deeper exploration using minor chord progressions to uncover hidden aspects of the psyche.

Structured around the shared arc of the Hero’s Journey & psilocybin mushroom experience (departure, initiation, return) these mixed protocols blend ambient textures, cinematic scores, and pulses of techno/house to support inner transformation. An ideal tool for guided sessions, solo journeys, or deep listening.

TIMELINE
0–10min Meditation
10–60min Onset (welcoming)
60–150min Ascent (movement/rhythm)
150–180min Summit (peak/expansive)
180–240min Descent (homecoming)

TRACKLIST
Initial Meditation
1. Jonathan Goldman – Heart Chakra/Rose of Compassion

ONSET
2. Music for Sleep – L'abitudine Di Tornare
3. James Bernard – Lost Time Archive 4
4. Poemme – Forest Hymn
5. Merrin Karras – He Became Something Else
6. James Bernard – Lost Time Archive 2
7. Saphileaum – Goddess Of The Summit
8. Hollie Kenniff – Home Will Follow
9. Lisa Gerrard – Pai Calls The Whales
10. Iyakuh – Nanyei
11. Dreaming Tree – Seraph
12. Salt Of The Sound – Vespers ft. Anita Tatlow
13. Slow Dancing Society – We’re All in the Dark Looking for a Light
14. Inquiri – Ascend

BATHROOM BREAK (5min)
15. Disney Soundscapes – Jellyfish Atmosphere

ASCENT
16. Solar Stone – Seven Cities (Ambient Dub); snippet
17. Jon Hopkins – Welcome
18. Lisa Gerrard – Biking Home
19. Melorman – You & I
20. Lapsed Pacifist – Tragic
21. Iyakuh – De La Luz
22. Synkro – Reflections
23. Bop – Recharging (feat. Diagram)
24. Gregson-Williams – The Martian Score Suite
25. Chicane – Saltwater (Thrillseekers Rmx)
26. Alaska x Synkro – Azarca (Synkro Rmx)
27. Malibu – Iliad
28. Junkie XL – Morning Song
29. Hans Zimmer – Where We’re Going
30. Melorman – 8 a.m
31. Martin Roth – Love Theme
32. Lisa Gerrard – Reiputa
33. Spinger – Redacted
34. EMOG – Solaris
35. Eamo – Lemurian (Kryss Hypnowave Rmx)
36. Arcade Fire – Milk & Honey
37. Solar Stone – Seven Cities (Ambient Dub); snippet/reprise

SUMMIT
38. Donato Dozzy – Vapourwave 01
39. Waveform Transmission – V 3.7–3.9
40. Kettel – Popcorn Creek
41. Purl & Liberi – Intemporel
42. Mora & Ligovskoi – Regen
43. Dreaming Tree – Adrift

DESCENT
44. Halftribe – Sometimes In The Sky
45. Salt Of The Sound – Stay (with Be Still the Earth)
46. Lisa Gerrard – Go Forward
47. Lisa Gerrard - Biking Home (reprise)
48. Iyakuh – Sana
49. Lapsed Pacifist – Tragic (reprise)
50. Hollie Kenniff – Over Ocean Waves
51. Pete Lawrence – Musical Box (Ulrich Schnauss Rmx)
52. Johann Johannsson – Kangaru
53. Slow Meadow – The Future Belongs to Ghosts
54. Alucidnation – Neudy
55. Derbyshire Appreciation Society – Blue Filter
56. Inquiri – Witness
57. Arcade Fire – Dimensions

Mastering: Robotek Reagan @ 44d Studio
Art: Matt Xavier

Deep Breakfast 318 ~ Matt Xavier: Psilocybin Protocol 2 (The Shadow)

The Avenue Red Podcast is back with a delightfully deep edition of slickly mixed intergalactic techno and electro, a straight-up and honest document of the soul by underground hero Jayson Wynters from Birmingham, England.

"Recorded in my home studio in Birmingham on my Technics SL-1210 Mk2 turntables and my Allen & Heath mixer. 

This sonic presentation was more on the deep dubbier side of things with tracks old & new. I hope you enjoy!" Jayson Wynters, July 2025

https://soundcloud.com/jwynters

Avenue Red Podcast #249 - Jayson Wynters

The Forgotten Worlds Archive recently received a burnt hard drive labeled "re:world in between. 119, nos". We present the recordings found within, in their unedited state. Nothing is known of these researchers or what has become of the worlds in between since our initial visit, so make of these what you will. Perhaps we will have to return one day and archive our findings. Thank you, and we hope you enjoy.

originally released January 30, 2024

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Stardrops (A second chance for the Dvhyridans)

Ocean of Stillness
Mantra: “I give only when my heart feels open.”

3 Ocean of stillness

Your pain Hamrah beats

Advanced Dreams tribute !

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TL:
1)	2010: The Year We Make Contact : Will I dream ?
2)	Advanced Dreams - Long Squares of the Fields (Yuri Gagarin Edit) 
3)	Warmth - Drift (Advanced Dreams Remix)
4)	Advanced Dreams - Yet Another Day In Dreams Of Whale (Kogyo Remix)
5)	Advanced Dreams - Motion9
6)	Advanced Dreams - Monotone (Live)
7)	Advanced Dreams - Leaving Islands Of Memory	
8)	Advanced Dreams - Blur Flower	
9)	Advanced Dreams - Blue Night
10)	Advanced Dreams - Absent Presence
11)	Advanced Dreams - 2am
12)	Liquid Delay - AM_07 (Advanced Dreams remix)
13)	Advanced Dreams - Letters From The Past 

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funky jeff - hello strange podcast #285

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