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Hello, thanks for tuning in, and welcome to 'Wanderers of the Megacity', our program dedicated to the exploration of the fascinating lives of Procyon alveare, or hive raccoons, as we commonly know them. The proliferation of hive raccoons through this past decade continue to puzzle scientists and animal behavioralogists. Their uncanny intelligence and unnatural gravitation towards human technologies was first uncovered in the hive cities of Japan, when a gaze of Procyon lotor, or the common North American raccoon (greatly introduced to the Japanese isles after the extinction of the Japanese raccoon dog), was found inhabiting a maintenance facility. The raccoons eluded capture for several weeks, and when their nest was located, workers were surprise to find that the raccoons were hoarding discarded technology such as amplifiers, sub-woofers, circuit boards, tablets, cellphones, and wiring. Even more surprising was the discovery of the raccoons' attempts to siphon electricity off the hive power grid.

As animal scientists continue to observe these nocturnal foragers, another captivating development has surfaced. The domestic cats, Felis catus, that lived in hive cities began to exhibit peculiar behaviors. Cats would often raid open pantries, fridges, and the occasional aquarium for fish. Instead of eating said fish, felines would carry these piscine morsels and deposit them near ventilation grates or sewer access pipes outside. Sometimes two or more cats would help carry the load, a rare behavior since most of these felines did not cohabit with each other due to federal regulations on pet planning policy. 

Hive raccoons, smelling and seeing these morsels while foraging, would come out to retrieve these meals. Sometimes the felines and raccoons would meet, and a friendly nuzzling followed by some vocalizations from both parties would occur. After a moment, the raccoons would leave, carrying their fishy offerings back to their nesting grounds. In several documented instances, glarings of cats would leave their domicile once again late at night after these exchanges and venture towards the lower levels of hive cities, to their owners' frustrations.

Their cats often come back dirty, weary, and exhausted; they also exhibit atypical behavior, such as the bobbing of their heads and shuffling of their four feet to different rhythms or patterns. These behaviors disappear after a day or two, but the behavioral ritual of piscine offerings and disappearances at night would occur again short after, usually on the weekends. Owners of cats in NAFS have coined these activities "cat-fishing"; memes and merchandise of hive raccoons and hive cats are popular as ever on NAFS-net and other hive cities around the world as well.

Where the cats goes when the sun sets is a mystery, but tonight, we bring you for the first time presented in high definition stereophonic sound and VR a scientific immersive experience of a lifetime, as we follow our genetically-modified and augmented feline named Katerina into the underbelly of Shikaakwa-Arco. Follow Katerina as we deliver an offering of fish and descend into the bowels of the city to discover and reveal what secrets these hive raccoons may bear. 

Our program, 'Wanderers of the Megacity: Cat-Fishing" is brought to you through the generous subsidies of the North American Federated States, as well as logistic and production support from Shikaakwa-Arco, New Detroit Hive City, and the Golden Horseshoe Megacities Incorporated. 

Please don your headsets and continue this program shortly after these important messages from the North American Federated States.

Wanderers of the Megacity: Cat-Fishing

Baikal - Why Don't Ya (Ripperton Remix)

Prince of Denmark - Your Body

Release date (vinyl & digital): 10th of March 

After a string of acclaimed releases on Token and a selection of remixes, Ø [Phase] released his debut album 'Frames Of Reference' on Token last fall. It earned him outstanding reviews at Resident Advisor ("a display of real power and finesse" 4/5), in DJmag ("a calculated masterpiece" 9,5/10), at XLR8R ("sticks out as an alternate route to the heart of machine music's appeal" 8/10), Groove Magazine ("pulsating techno in which every sonic details fits") and more.

Following the first single “On The Edge / Perplexed” & the second single “Dirtro II” (including the stellar ‘New Device Remix’ by Robert Hood), we now present you the last segment of the series with 2 remixes. On the A-side Rødhåd delivers an epic 10 minute interpretation of the first single ‘Perplexed’, while Robert Hood delivers a second, more minimalistic take on “Dirtro II” for the flip.

TRACKLISTING
A. Perplexed (Rødhåd's Extended Mix)
B. Dirtro II (Robert Hood's Redeemed Mix)

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Remixed

Ø [Phase]- Perplexed (Rødhåd's Extended Mix)

Another exclusive courtesy of mixmag.net

It's Boys Noize and after his sterling 'Go Hard' EP dropped last year we are now presented with a mammoth set of remixes. Always guaranteed to get the cream of the dance music crop on editing duty, Ridha has enlisted the likes of Aden, Salva, Club Cheval, Bounce and Juyen Sebulba to chop up his well-crafted productions.

Today we premiere the Pilo remix of 'Excuse Me' and the Boys Noize Records regular has nicely raised the tone with sidewinding synths and explosive drops. There's some slick vocal cuts and beautiful builds, making this a remix that no doubt has the full seal of approval from the Noize.

http://www.mixmag.net/music/exclusive-music/premiere-boys-noize-pilo-remix

More exclusive music

Premiere: Boys Noize 'Excuse Me' (Pilo Remix)

Another exclusive courtesy of mixmag.net

The 'Influences' EP explores various different segments of Last Magpie's production set and touches upon elements of jungle, garage, house and techno. We have the premiere of Trevino's remix of 'Pledge' and boy does it go hard.

The man known as Trevino and Marcus Intalex has put his unique and instantly recognisable touch over the track, creating a rolling, brooding and hypnotic remix that will fit into any peak-time set.

http://www.mixmag.net/music/exclusive-music/premiere-last-magpie-trevino-remix

More exclusive music 

Premiere: Last Magpie 'Pledge' (Trevino Remix)

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Contemplatin' EP

EXCLUSIVE: Moony Me - City Of Storms [Klamauk]

*Watch on YouTube : https://youtu.be/YIs6w1X6HAE
*Read more : http://boltingbits.com/saine-technique-fina-records/

FINA Records was established in 2011, originally as an offshoot for Ralph Lawson's 2020 Vision label. Three years into that tenure, the partnership ended with both parties looking to focus on their own imprints full time. The identity that FINA has crafted for itself is one that's hard to put a finger on, as their releases encompass a fairly wide range. Not pigeonholing themselves into one style they do manage to have a common factor connecting their music and that is strong melodic undertones. Whether it's a fairly downtempo tune or a more straightforward house jam, there is always an inherently musical nature to their output.

Saine (soundcloud), a Helsinki-based producer who has somehow managed to fly (somewhat) under the radar for years, even with his consistent quality, is a perfect fit for the aforementioned unquantifiable character that FINA has established for itself. His loose and smokey, organic sound filled with obscure samples has landed him releases on some fantastic record labels, such as an EP on the now discontinued Sleazy Beats Black Ops and an excellent mini-LP on Fools & Fables Recordings. The Finnish musician's latest is called "Mint EP" and it features three stellar cuts.

Today's premiere and the A1 'Technique' doesn't stray from what we've come to expect from Saine. Muted keys set the tone as a looped guitar rhythm and understated bass form the foundation of the groove. Crisp yet slightly hazy drums are in support with shaker patterns fluttering throughout. A second guitar sample plays call and response with a held vocal note while a male voice croons an unintelligible phrase. Sampled rhodes-like bleeps doodle throughout the first half when the vocals aren't present, taking centre stage during the mini-break. The various instruments and samples are elegantly filtered in and out while oscillating atmospheric noises help create a sense of motion. The Finnish sampling maestro is once again able to bring forth another must-have record and the good news is that it will be released in just a couple of days!

PREMIERE : Saine - Technique

Huge A-side house smasher from Ross From Friends via Lobster Theremin white label series. Absolute tippppppppp for days!

Don't Sleep, There Are Snakes

BUY RELEASE

Ross From Friends - In An Emergency

Brian Abelson aka See Other is one of the brightest talents from the deeper and dustier side of house to emerge this last couple of years. Based in New York, he's been honing and refining his style of brooding, purring, chunk sample-based house rollers for some time. The final brew is humble mixture of low-slung Smallville-esque warmth, Fred P level deepness and playful, tinkering wooden melodies that recall some of the finest work from the Drumpoet Community collective.

Across this debut EP is a masterful grasp of the deep house template, with an array of hook-based elements that turn respectable raw bangers into transcendental experiences both at home and in the dance.

Waitin is the modern classic, Fallin is the party hammer, Pushin is the soul & the feeling & the vibe, Peter's Lament is the loving tender cuddle in a West Coast hammock, Change is the moody, sleep-deprived closer.

>> @seeother

LT034 // See Other - Linda

Friends with Yourself

Nomad - Devotion (Pangaea's Edit)

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Nomad - Devotion (Pangaea's Edit)

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