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Maelstrom returns to Central Processing Unit for the fourth time, and it's the one born Joan-Mael Péneau's lengthiest drop on the Sheffield label yet. The French artist has been a mainstay in the European electro game since the 2000s, and Malestrom brings that experience to bear on new LP The FM Tapes. He goes about this album with the assurance of a seasoned pro, combining his mastery of electro production techniques with a trademark guile to craft an expertly-paced eleven-track affair.

The first section of The FM Tapes sets out the album's stall with style and aplomb - listeners are in store for a rich feast of off-kilter machine-funk which will feature no shortage of intriguing detours. On opener 'Ondes Courtes' the mix throbs with all manner of strange electronic gristle: a distorted bass hum rattles the monitors; wisps of distortion float across the mix; eerily pretty keys wax and wane before giving way to a radar pulse.

'Ondes Courtes' is an ominous slouch of a scene-setter, and it lines things up perfectly for following cut 'Alt50ser' to lock in. This track's churning, gurgling mid-tempo rattle brings to mind the wacky insistence of Modeselektor. Maelstrom repeats the slow-fast one-two again directly afterwards - 'La Vie Sociale Des', a strange nugget that sounds like an early Eski instrumental stripped for parts and blasted into the cosmos, is an ideal prelude to the twitchy space-funk of 'My Digitone'.

Maelstrom's staying power in the electro world comes, in no small part, from his ability to apply his delightfully idiosyncratic choices to some of the genre's staple production tropes. On The FM Tapes, he marks himself out once more as a pleasingly unorthodox talent by taking tracks in unexpected directions to produce surprising - and often rather moving - results.

There are multiple cuts here which channel the more cerebral end of Richard D. James' AFX/Analord output: 'My Digitone' may be a quicksilver techno-electro number, but there's still something cinematic about the synth treatment here which softens the edges; 'Suede's minor-key oscillations bring other CPU veterans like Cygnus and Bochum Welt into view; 'Res 06', one of two Fasme collaborations on the record, is full of pathos even as the beat programming bangs and whirrs throughout.

While there's a deep emotional undercurrent to The FM Tapes, though, Maelstrom's commitment to bringing the thrills surfaces time and again. If 'Res 06' had Maelstrom and Fasme getting wistful, the album's other Fasme link-up 'Trempo' is one of the hardest club joints here, a piece of old-school Detroit energy replete with some great cascading drum production. Indeed, 'Trempo' comes in the middle of a run towards the album's end where Maelstrom takes the handbrake off - there's a wild-eyed sense of fun to 'The Operator' and 'Upside Down DX7' which has one thinking of the zany cut-and-thrust of KiNK's best work.

Maelstrom's latest drop for Sheffield's Central Processing Unit label is an album of leftfield electro numbers that bring both pounding beats and poignant production.

RIYL: KiNK, Modeselektor, Cygnus, Bochum Welt, AFX

The FM Tapes

Maelstrom - The FM Tapes

Zagrebački Električni - Ichi ni čki čni (Take 1)

TL Premiere #1726 (2024.08.26) : Sound Synthesis - Physical Reality [Electro Music Coalition]

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For this 256th Premiere of 2024, we have a track by the Electronic music producer from Malta "Sound Synthesis" (aka Keith Farrugia) titled ‘Physical Reality’ from the forthcoming VA EP "Robot Connection #001" on the German label : Electro Music Coalition.

The EP will be available on August 30, 2024 on 12" vinyl + digital.

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VA - Robot Connection #001 [Electro Music Coalition // EMC V016]

On the 16th vinyl release from ELECTRO MUSIC COALITION, Robot Connection #001, an international lineup of producers comes together: the owner of the Orbital Mechanics record label, Maltese artist Sound Synthesis; the Belgian composer Arsonist Recorder (@arsonistrecorder), known for running ZwaarteKracht Records; and two members of the EMC label team, Neonicle (@neonicle) and sin:it:sin (@sin-it-sin).
The compilation follows a unified concept, but let's break it down track by track.

Physical Reality kicks off with a deep ambient groove reminiscent of Brian Eno’s work. It evolves into a classic and precise rhythmic layer, with bass pad textures featuring vibrato effects and sudden breaks in the lead synthesizer’s themes. Secondary parts, including a 303 and noise elements, round off the overall pensive and dark motif, setting the initial tone for the entire collection.
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The compilation is infused with a dark technological mood, which results in two main strengths: the sound both energizes and evokes a lyrical mood that runs as a constant throughout the entire collection. Each track offers a unique perspective on the theme, collectively creating a complete ELECTRO trip.

Tracklist :
A1. Sound Synthesis - Physical Reality
A2. Arsonist Recorder - T and A
B1. Neonicle - Combination
B2. sin:it:sin - People Are Aliens

releases August 30, 2024

Mastered by Ruud Lekx (@rude-66)
Distributed by Flatlife Records
Artwork by INOR

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Bandcamp : https://soundsynthesis.bandcamp.com
Discogs : www.discogs.com/artist/1646772-Sound-Synthesis
Facebook : www.facebook.com/SoundSynthesisOfficial
Instagram : www.instagram.com/sound_synthesis
SoundCloud : https://soundcloud.com/sound-synthesis-official
Website : www.sonic-space-music.com/sound-synthesis

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SoundCloud : @electro-music-coalition
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Robot Connection #001

Physical Reality

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TL Premiere #1731 (2024.08.29) : Drox - Counterforce [Delphic Iris Records]

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For this 261st Premiere of 2024, we have a track by the DJ, live act, and producer based in Eora/Sydney "Drox" titled ‘Counterforce’ from his forthcoming EP "Hexameter" on his own label : Delphic Iris Records.

The EP will be available on September 6, 2024 on 12" vinyl + digital.

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Drox - Hexameter EP [Delphic Iris Records // DI002]

👁️ Delphic Iris Records is pleased to unveil its third vision 👁️

Drox's debut solo 12” EP, "Hexameter." This EP features a high-energy remix by 16 Faces, adding a distinct clattering 160 bpm 808 beatdown to the collection.

“Hexameter” brings together a diverse range of sounds, from machine funk and intricate acid lines to engaging detroit-styled dystopian and alien-like synth scapes. Each track offers a unique auditory experience, inviting listeners to explore new otherworldly sonic territories.

Drox emphasizes rhythmic interplay throughout the EP, with a strong focus on groove. The use of rhythmic hexameters and their accents creates a series of tough, dancefloor-focused electronic groove tools.

Tracklist :
1. Drox - Counterforce
2. Drox - Counterforce (16 Faces Remix)
3. Drox - Sinus Blocker
4. Drox - Denovo

releases September 6, 2024

Music written and produced by Drox and 16 Faces
Mastering by Cirrus Audio
Artwork by the Delphic Iris Crew

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M50 (Kimochi / Idle Hands) - “timeless, really great stuff" - 5/5
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Rob Hall (Skam) - "lovely rubbery music" - 5/5 
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Website : www.droxindustries.com

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Hexamater EP

Counterforce

TL PREMIERE : Drox - Counterforce [Delphic Iris Records]

Trust the Rust is back with a vengeance. The second compilation by Kri Records takes up where the previous one left off: rusty electro, occult wave, distorted acid and melancholic EBM.

We're happy to welcome back Alonzo, NY's finest, who opens the release with his signature 808 bass. Hayter pushes pitched-down vocals and filthy electro vibe further, while Chino delivers a diabolical ravey EBM banger. Serbian duo YusYus marches on with an authoritative synth anthem Masters Of The Future and Disco Morato finishes the A side with a hypnotic slow burner Ultime.

B Side opens with a bang by Parand, followed by arctic electro mist crafted by System Disorder (aka Dj Nephil). Marco Segato smoothly blended electro and jungle with the track Subconscious, Zagreb collective Lab Personnel's dark stomper might evoke fist pumps on the floor, while E.L.I.'s nostalgic piece Atonal Being rounds the release.

Available as a cassette tape and digitally on the 4th of October 2024.

Bandcamp Link:
https://krirecords.bandcamp.com/album/trust-the-rust-vol-2

Tracklist:

A1. Alonzo - Specialized (@alonzo902)
A2. Hayter - For The Future (@hayter_cm)
A3. Chino - PC Prince (@chinoradar)
A4. YusYus - Masters Of The Future (Live on INDIREKT) (@yusyus)
A5. Disco Morato - Ultime (@disco-morato)
B1. Parand - Operational Technology (@paranddd)
B2. System Disorder - Hotelsky (@djnephil)
B3. Marco Segato - Subconscious (@marcosegato)
B4. Lab Personnel - Dark Forest (@labpersonnel)
B5. E.L.I. - Atonal Being (@crossovernetwork)


Published by KRI
Ljubljana, 2024
All rights reserved
Photo: @najlepsemestonasvetu
Mastering: @Zarkoff
A&R: @malalavka & @Schrauff

KRI009 Trust the Rust vol.2 (snippets)

buy here: https://whoispaula.bandcamp.com/album/sequenced-thoughts

@ch415 - Sequenced Thoughts

A Side (45 RPM)
A1 - Counting Down
A2 - New Life

B Side (45 RPM)
B1 - Prototype
B2 - Time Flow


Who Is Paula WIP007

Format 12” (incl. Free DL Code)
Digital Formats (Bandcamp only)

Written & Produced: Chris Morgan
Mastering: Johanz Westerman
Pressing: Deepgrooves Pressing Plant

Paula counted down as time cracked open.
Thoughts bled colors.
Reality flickered, then vanished.

Sequenced Thoughts

CH415 - Sequenced Thoughts - Snippets

Taken from the forthcoming EP 'Concrete Echo'
Release date 9th September 2024.

Pre-order Limited Edition transparent fluorescent orange vinyl (inc. silver mirror sticker) and digital at:
https://plant43.bandcamp.com/album/concrete-echo

Pre-order Limited Edition transparent fluorescent orange vinyl at Juno:
https://www.juno.co.uk/products/plant43-concrete-echo-vinyl/1022834-01/

Four tracks originally written to perform live at Tresor in Berlin in 2024. A great honour to be able to share music in an environment of true inspiration. Thanks to Paul Ćinske at Tresor. All of the caring staff and other artists I’ve played alongside and to Jo and Mike for your support and love.

Bonus track written and recorded in Berlin, June 2024.

Juno's review - Esteemed electro explorer Emile Facey aka Plant43 is back on his Plant43 Recordings imprint. Despite being hugely prolific, the artist always managed to find fresh new creative ground with each new outing and Concrete Echo is no different. The title cut is a high-speed opener with shimmering lines, fizzing static electricity and drama in the chords that make you take note. 'Emerald Shift' is a broken beat kicker with raw claps and scintillating liquid metal leads while 'Raw Vectors' layers up acid wobbliness and textbook electro rhythms. 'Mist Memory' closes down with a melancholic vibe and heady synths that take you into the cosmos.

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WRITTEN & PRODUCED BY EMILE FACEY
DESIGN & ILLUSTRATION BY EMILE FACEY
MASTERED BY PITCHCRAFT
© PLANT43 RECORDINGS 2024
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

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PREMIERE: Concrete Echo [Plant43 Recordings] - release date 9th Sept 2024

Snippets of SIDE B !!

SES1 set out what quality electro means for Shipwrec. The first in the series brought together six musicians from far and wide, musicians who journey through the colder edge of their analogue instruments with a clear ear for the floor. SES2 starts where its predecessor left off. The genre bending Ian Martin opens with the frigid funk of “Hyperstatic Transformation.” Stripped back, the track is bare in terms of its elements. Despite such meagre ingredients, Martin concocts an engaging and rich work of darkened grooves and sinister undercurrents. o-0._.0-o is the playful pseudonym of acid freetekno enthusiast Owen. His contribution, “Acidrobotik”, releases a free and wandering 303 lines that forges a bubbling path through crisp percussion. The flip brings an artist better known for his work in techno. Cliche Morph delves into the clinical side of his palette and emerges with the stunning “Placebo.” Balancing alienated and arctic blasts with a thawing warmth, the outcome is pure classic electro. A rising star of machine music follows, Fleck E.S.C. A dirty bassline is further sullied by layers of gritty distortion and glitched vocals in this re-wired work of ghetto. A legend of electronics closes, Kirill Junolainen. Under his lauded Konerytmi moniker, this synthesiser shapeshifter delivers “Kuva Alkio.” Stuttering bass and tight drums are the foundation from which sci-fi inspirations take hold, sailing strings tethered by a terse snare as SES2 is brought to a triumphal close.

Release date vinyl: 19th of september 2024
Release date digital: 30th of september 2024

A1 Ian Martin - Metaphysical Travellers
A2 o-0._.0-o - Acidrobotik
B1 Cliche Morph - Placebo
B2 Fleck E.S.C. - Main Starter
B3 Konerytmi - Kuva-Alkio

Cat# Ship074
Mastered by Johanz Westerman 
Distributed by Clone Distribution
© Shipwrec 2024
All rights reserved

Shipwrec Electro Sampler 2 side B

ANCPT011 Various Artists - Vol. 3

Mellodroid - Subterrenean Ocean Signal

Roulette Rekordz has been a home for misfits, freaks and special characters since its creation. So when Nachtwald sent me his demo, I immediately felt a connection.

Johnny Hoorneboeg is a bit of a mystery to me, he seems rather young and quite shy but his music sounds like from a veteran from the Bunker/Den Haag crew. He does not talk much and does not use social media but acts in a goofy troll-esque way. I dont know much else, he seems to spend all his time doing music in his home of Nieuw-Loosdrecht.

At least you can tell he's coming from The Netherlands... but he sounds more like the sweaty nights of the dirty brown and miserable city than the trendy parties of the capital.

6 tracks of 5 AM music, when the dancefloor is cleared and you only see ghosts through a wall of smoke pulsating to music you never heard before but always knew about...

RR37 - NACHTWALD - Delete The Internet - Roulette Rekordz

Booking contact for live: mike@berytus.art

Plant43: Creator of electro and ambient music.

PREMIERE: Concrete Echo [Plant43 Recordings] - release date 9th Sept 2024

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