Stream/Download: https://modularz.bandcamp.com/album/modularz-67-an-emerging-force
Label: Modularz
Date: 16 Sept 22
Cat No.: MOD067

Pfirter - Broken Boundaries [Modularz]

For the past twenty years, Argentinian-born, Barcelona-based artist Juan Pablo Pfirter has been a driving force behind a sound that's alternately steely, dark, and uplifting, remaining true to the founding principles of techno while infusing it with his avant-garde touch. 

Since his early days, whether through DJing, producing, or as a label owner, Pfirter has demonstrated his talent with focus and style. He's left his mark on esteemed labels like CLR, Figure, Mord, and Stroboscopic Artefacts with select singles, while headlining renowned electronic music venues and events such as Berghain, Tresor, Concrete, Awakenings, and Time Warp. Since his first European tour in 2005, Juan Pablo has tirelessly shaped one of the most distinctive sounds in contemporary electronic music, blending stadium-sized kicks with textured organic elements and hypnotic sub-bass motifs that remain captivating after countless listens. 

In 2006, Pfirter launched his own imprint, MindTrip, which has since become a prominent fixture in the techno landscape. The label serves not only as a platform for his own productions but also for those of his close friends and collaborators, including luminaries such as Flug, Kashpitzky, Nørbak, Stanislav Tolkachev, Dold, and more. Additionally, MindTrip has thrived through its monthly podcast series, featuring acclaimed artists like Angel Molina, Setaoc Mass, and Amotik, each presenting an hour of music that embodies the ethos of the label. 

Having released over 50 club-oriented records, Pfirter ventured into the realm of albums with 2019's "The Empty Space," offering a panoramic view of the subtle intricacies and emotional depth of his craft. His sophomore album, "Altered States," further explores the nuances and expressive possibilities within techno, balancing club-focused realities with introspective, psychoactive elements deeply rooted in the genre's tradition. 

Continuing to bridge the gap between the visceral and the cerebral, Pfirter consistently delivers compelling works that resonate long after the last strobe light fades. While his singles dominate specialist charts, the depth of his compositions lingers in the minds of listeners long after the club doors close. In Pfirter's hands, darkness becomes oddly comforting, inviting listeners into his unique sonic universe.

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EN:

EL MAMU is the artistic project of Mateo Muñoz as a producer, DJ, and live artist. Born in Bogotá, Colombia, after a professional career as a classical pianist, he found a way to rebuild his artistic career through music production. His live act was the overall winner of the 2023 Clandestino Competition organized by Techsound, and he subsequently shared the stage with renowned international artists such as Lady Starlight, Kr!z, Steve Bicknell, Lewis Fautzi, Alarico, DJ Pete, Truncate, Anne, among others.

EL MAMU's sonic universe, although currently orbiting hypnotic techno, is characterized by the versatility of his explorations, where the danceable and energetic nature of classic drum machines coexists with sound explorations surrounding the minimalist, the sci-fi, the psychedelic, broken rhythms, and the random. His music has been released on labels around the world, including Naked Lunch, trauma, PA$TI, CommonSense Records, Concepto Hipnótico, Hyperfocus, and TNR Media, among others.

He is also the co-founder of the Bogotá-based collective No.ID (No.Identity Records), a cultural community and label dedicated to the distribution, promotion, and production of electronic music. Through No.ID, he positions himself as a Latin American in a quest for the different colors of techno, with a strong intention to create musical bridges with other genres of electronic music, while also exploring collective development spaces to shape individual projects.

ES:

EL MAMU es el proyecto artístico de Mateo Muñoz como productor, DJ y artista en vivo. Nacido en Bogotá, Colombia, tras una carrera profesional como pianista clásico, encontró la manera de reconstruir su carrera artística a través de la producción musical. Su live act fue el ganador absoluto del Concurso Clandestino 2023 organizado por Techsound, y posteriormente compartió escenario con reconocidos artistas internacionales como Lady Starlight, Kr!z, Steve Bicknell, Lewis Fautzi, Alarico, DJ Pete, Truncate, Anne, entre otros. 

El universo sonoro de EL MAMU, aunque orbitando ahora alrededor del techno de corte hipnótico, se caracteriza por la versatilidad de sus exploraciones, donde conviven lo bailable y enérgico de las clásicas cajas de ritmo con los rastreos sonoros en torno a lo minimalista, lo sci-fi, lo psicodélico, los ritmos rotos y lo aleatorio. Su música ha sido publicada en sellos de todo el mundo como Naked Lunch, trau- ma, PA$TI, CommonSense Records, Concepto Hipnótico, Hyperfocus, TNR Media, entre otros.

También es cofundador del colectivo bogotano No.ID (No.Identity Records), una comunidad cultural y sello dedicado a la distribución, promoción y producción de música electrónica. Desde No.ID se sitúa como latinoamericano en una búsqueda por distintos colores del techno, con una fuerte intención por crear también puentes musicales con otros géneros de la música electrónica, explorando asimismo espacios de formación colectiva para moldear proyectos individuales.

Releases on:
trau-ma // CommonSense Records // Naked Lunch // TNR MEDIA // PA$TI // Concepto Hipnótico // Muakk // Hyperfocus // No.Identity Records // Rowan Underground // Conceptual Formula // Techsound // Hypnotism Records // Arhythmic Records

Born and raised in Atessa, a small town in the province of Chieti, located in the Abruzzo region of Italy.


Mirko Antico has truly carved a distinctive path in the world of techno. His story starts in the small town of Atessa in the Abruzzo region, a place not typically associated with the global techno scene, but one that clearly left its mark on his early years. His deep connection to the dark, minimalistic sounds is evident in the music he produces and plays as a DJ.

The pivotal moment in Mirko's career came when he attended Minus Contakt in Rome, an event organized by his idol Richie Hawtin. The experience sparked his journey into DJing and eventually into music production. This event became the catalyst for his creative growth, igniting a passion that would push him to constantly evolve his sound.

His productions, marked by a sharp, minimalistic edge, have been played by some of the biggest names in the industry. The list of DJs and producers who have supported his tracks is impressive, ranging from techno le to rising stars in the scene like Fabio Florido and Milos Vujovic. This widespread recognition is a testament to the quality and impact of his work.

What sets Mirko apart is his ongoing dedication to refining his sound. Whether he's in the studio or playing to a crowd, he’s constantly experimenting and evolving, ensuring that his music remains fresh and relevant in a scene that thrives on innovation. It’s this commitment to growth and his passion for the darker, more minimalistic elements of techno that continue to drive his success.
Mirko Antico is an accomplished Italian techno producer, and a DJ with a special taste for the dark and minimalistic.

Fast forward some years and he attends that one event that marked the genesis of his inspiration. Minus Contakt, held in Rome and organised by his idol Richie Hawtin is the set point in Mirko’s calendar that got him DJing and then soon after into production as well…

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