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ED PODCAST NO.15 - SIBI_LO

[PLEXcast014]
Den aktuellen Plexcast liefert einer der Traunsteiner/Trostberger/Chiemgauer Locals, der mit seiner Eventreihe Calm & Quiet groovey Technosound in der Gegend präsentiert: Simon Zimmermann. Sein Mix ist konträr zum Namen seiner Events alles andere als ruhig und still, sondern viel eher durchgehend treibend, häufig hypnotisch und wartet mit dem ein oder anderen catchy Vocal auf - Hört rein!

Xo

PLEXcast014 [Simon Zimmermann]

Recording of my closing set for Hara at Lark, Berlin.

Set deeply shaped by the energy and context of that beautiful moment -- Nothing but love, you bring light in.

Closing Set @ Hara I (Lark Berlin, 14.03.2025)

After a strong first release on Fuse Imprint with ‘The Wall’, resident Phara returns to his home base for a mirage of introspective tracks. Furthering his research of emotive club music, ‘Soft Glow, Fierce Light’ seems more than appropriately named. Shimmering melodies, swinging rhythms, and a comforting ambiance, Phara proves that his constantly evolving musical persona and relationship with the Brussels club are built to last.
 
Beginning with ‘Unfold’, the Belgium-native sets the board with a warm introduction. Reminiscent of his recent endeavor as In Glass, a balance is struck between the slower tempo techno of his secondary alias and the higher club energy that he’s been known to bring as Phara. Steady at first, filters open wide half way through the track to ensure maximum euphoria off or on the dance floor. ‘Flow’ follows in suit and here the producer keeps the level constant and tense with intricate melodic design. A steady groove with blossoming synth lines make ‘Flow’ a beauty to witness unravel. Warm chord stabs make for a nostalgic EP and shows once more that the seasoned producer frequently enjoys prioritizing emotion over drive. Flipping the vinyl to the other side, ‘Wave to Wave’ points a finger to all things dub, even a discrete appreciation of house music, through the harmony of his keys to the sound design of his square bass, and its common borders with techno. Juggling in snare rolls and rides throughout, Phara sets the tone with a soothing piece of work for lovers of the eyes-closed genre. To conclude, ’Solitude’ brings a polished vintage effect to the project that ‘Wave to Wave’ introduced, this time with heightened intensity worthy of a set closer. Punchy stabs make this a particularly extraverted track, fitting into almost any record bag - Room 01 or Motion Room friendly. Thundering claps over an electric melody, these kinds of tracks aren’t new to Phara. Pouring soul into his tracks, Phara proves once again to be a truly central artist in developing the Fuse sound and continuing his stylistic journey. 

Written and produced by Phara
Additional mixdown by Ahmet Altinbas
Mastered by Ahmet Altinbas
Artwork by Ahmet Altinbas
Layout by Studio Phazed
Words by Noah Hocker

FUSE07 • Phara - Soft Glow, Fierce Light

We're back with our #55 Episode of our Schimmer podcast series with Zürich based DJ and producer Jacom.

Born and raised in Southern Italy, Jacom is an emerging techno DJ and producer based in Zurich. In 2006, he fully dedicated himself to electronic music, which quickly brought him behind the decks. When he moved to Zurich in 2012, his career took an exponential upswing.

In 2016, the talented Italian became a member of the renowned label Adroit and has been an integral part of the collective ever since.

In addition to numerous performances in Italy — e.g. Amnesia (Milano), Azimut (Torino), Cosmic Festival (Firenze) — and throughout Switzerland, Jacom has also demonstrated his skills in other European countries. Berlin is also one of his achievements, where he played in well-known venues such as Anomalie, Renate, Else, Æden, or About Blank.

Jacom is characterized by his groovy and hypnotic sets, which is also reflected in his productions. In the summer of 2023, Jacom undertook a completely new project by founding his own label Reverse, to expand and deepen the techno world in all of its shades. The start of Reverse has already been a huge success, thanks to the creation of a various artists compilation — widely supported from all over the globe.

Tracklist:
Paul Hauck - Let me Out (intro)
MAWARI - Morphine
Najel Monteiro - Analog Behaviour
Pierce - 44 Delusions
LUAR - Delirium
MAWARI  - Monochron
rkeat - Whereabouts
Jack Fresia - The fourth Way
Antic Soul - Peace Of Mind
Noah Tauber - Output
rkeat - Inside job
Irah - Cycle
Ebass - Anthem
rkeat - End Of Tips
Pierce - Choices
Toru Ikemoto - Dont Play 159 (Jack Fresia remix)
Metapattern - Ghosted
Cirkle - Shamanic
Hemka - Repeat
Toru Ikemoto - Dont Play 127
Khas - For Your Eyes
Kaan Pirecioglu - Inner Conflict
MZR - Salt
RNGD - Framework 1.3

Schimmer Podcast #055 with Jacom

VARIA is pleased to present the next episode in its podcast series, featuring the distinctive talent of Louis The 4th. With a perspective deeply rooted in techno history, drawing on the rich legacy of scenes from Detroit to Berlin, Louis The 4th's sound brings a unique perspective shaped by his passion for the genre's evolution.

Louis The 4th's approach to electronic music is characterized by a relentless selecta spanning techno's rich history, from 90s weapons and 2000s tribal sounds to current driving and effective tracks, all delivered with a surgical mixing technique. This focus on crafting a powerful narrative through rhythm and texture aligns perfectly with VARIA's mission to champion considered electronic expression.

This exclusive mix for VARIA is a direct expression of his unique sound, inviting listeners into his sonic world. Tune in to experience this latest chapter in the VARIA podcast series, highlighting lasting artistry and exploring the refined variations within repetitive forms.

Artwork by @gannein


@louisthe4th


https://www.instagram.com/louisthe4thcontact
https://www.instagram.com/varia.berlin

VARIA 004 - LOUIS THE 4TH (SPECIAL HOUSE VINYL SET)

AMTK+005 - D-Leria x Translate
AMTKPLUS005
30 May 2025 Vinyl
27 Jun 2025 Digital

A1 - D-Leria - Filterbank
A2 - D-Leria - Let It Be
B1 - Translate - Notation
B2 - Translate - Shifted Communications

The AMTK+ series on Amotik’s self-titled imprint gives room for friends and admired artists to present their futuristic take on techno. For the fifth edition, Italian producer D-Leria joins the team and presents two highly effective, booming techno trips. The first track, ‘Filterbank’ sets the tone with its punching kick-drums mangled in between buzzing bass lines. His second track, ‘Let It Be’ shows a rare side from D-Leria where he uses mesmerising vocal chops to create an immersive, driving techno tool. On the flip side, Argentinian artist Translate comes in with some excellent bleepy hypnotism on ‘Notation’, followed by the darker, pulsating ‘Shifted Communication’.

Artwork: Tina Ramamurthy
Mastering: Alain Paul
Distribution: Triple Vision

@d-leria
@etalsnart

PLEXcast014 [Simon Zimmermann]

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