∞ Voyages of Plantera ∞

Mixes & Radio Shows

Living*room Music

Miss dreaming w/ you 💆‍♀️💆

Quand je pense à toi 💭

Set Spicy VNR 2 💫🐸

@ki_slash_ki 🦎

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“this might be a bit of a cliché, but ever since i was little i have dreamed to work and perform in music. working on this mix made me think of the journey i had so far: from where i began to dream, to where i am today. this time was, and still is, a hectic and sad one, but it also made one thing very clear for me — and not being able to play out has made that even more clear — that i want what i have been dreaming of in the past. there is so much more to learn and explore. now that i graduated and the time has come that i can completely focus on music, it feels like the beginning of my dream.”

TRAUMCAST ☾ 02 ☾ KI/KI

Our new captains are the Customs lads, sailing from London and navigating through a sea of lover soul, g-funk and garage house. 

Get in, sip your gin and juice, and enjoy the cruise !

@customs_ldn

Cruisin' with... Customs

💗

After another weary year, allow us to soak your digital tendrils in our tepid aural ooze – a sonic silicone secretion to reboot the limbic system to its most primal state of ecstasy.

INDEX0X0XL is the second release of our pan-sensory bouquet, distilled to provoke and whet our deepest of lusts. An atomised, sway-inducing solution to seduce and ensnare the most sated souls, thru an intoxicating rhapsody of notes – a Venus in slurs.

The tracks will be available as 'pay as you feel' on Valentine's Day 2022. There will also be love inspiring merch to accompany the compilation: a colour-customisable, individually handmade INDEXOXOXL dildo by xoxo.dilco. Head to Bandcamp to order, or send us a dm.

@keptmale @benbondy @connaharaway @specialguest-dj @pontiacstreator @cybermission @drmystery @vasesound @rreinartz @mathisruffing @jpeglove @faffldn @loiflan @kingsofty @user-951049725-782254964 @dj-sweat @aradacid

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Mastered by @ikezwanikken
Artwork by @kingsofty
Curated by @connaharaway & @kingsofty

INDEXOXOXL

dildos n digis

LOIF – Psy-Sexual

Telephones dial in with another New Massage for the sun-season! 100% breezy, soulful and spritzy UV-vibes, with new, old and upcoming goodies for your mind, body and tanline. Street soul, balearic rollers, dubby groovers and some brazilian vibes dazu.. Pop that Piz Buin and tune in!

Telephones' New Massage 017 [Refuge Worldwide]

https://www.nts.live/shows/bill-spencer/episodes/bill-spencer-26th-june-2022

A Month of Sundays w/ Bill Spencer 260622

made this chill mix to take it easy 2.. aired on NTS August 4th 2022 <3<3

Maara's NTS mix

A meditation on the warm feeling of nostalgia and sanctuary found in a time and place which came before our embodiment in this world, and may again lay ahead for us when we reach the end of this human experience.
*All things are transitory.
*50% of all bandcamp profits will be donated to PAPYRUS suicide prevention charity. www.papyrus-uk.org

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PREMIERE : Ak-One - First Sunday

Kickstarting the Voyages to Plantera is Brussels-based Robin Genton, aka STDJ. An active member of the Who's Playing? collective, they bring an hour of conscious-expanding sounds. 

Translating to 'Wild Coast', this contribution is inspired by a rave experience Robin has recently had; playing at a party in a forest environment aside the sea. Forwarding this experience into the world of Plantera. 

"This set plays on a wide stretch of land forming a beach bordered by dunes and pine forests. It gives sight on an estuary, a lighthouse, and faraway ships. The pine trees move in a breath-like manner as the wind blows through them. The Milky Way slowly becomes visible as night falls, and the Moon provides just enough light for dancers to find their way."
- STDJ

https://soundcloud.com/stdjbreakfast
https://www.instagram.com/stdjbreakfast/

001 ∣ 'Côte Sauvage' by STDJ

Leading Voyage 002 to Plantera is Naarm/Melbourne-based psy-digger, Alex Cicchini aka Don Chich. A phenomenal collector & selector whom we gravitated towards after discovering his 'Mystical Experiences' series. Dive deep into the realms of his extensive record collection. 

Buckle up, Let Go. This one elevates into higher states of consciousness. 

"The Pilgrimage begins in the depths of the cold sea as you float through sprawling coral reefs. You break to the surface; light fills your world as waves cascade and encapsulate you. You journey onwards to the land ahead; vegetation grows ever closer with each step. The scenery changes - water turns to murky mud and mangroves spill across the land as you trudge through the unforgiving swamp. Things turn dark as the trees above close and crows begin sing; there is no turning back you must go on. 

The swamp begins to fade and trees become dense. Wild fauna consumes the earth and flora runs rampant as tribes of animals emerge; you are just a visitor in the Rainforest. Something bites you and your senses begins to change; sound becomes colour and colour becomes sound - Ineffable and mystical experiences of the mind, body and soul.

You awake from your trance; where have you been, what have you seen and how far have you travelled? The forest is no more as the sun beats down, the trees have turned to orange sand and snaking dunes cover the barren land. The desert winds whisper your name; are you delirious or is it God? Is it salvation or is it a mirage? The only sure answer is to continue onward.

Mountains appear in the distance and you sense freedom from the hostile land; a restored faith gives you energy to push forward. You begin your ascent to higher ground in hopes to see civilization and trek the rocky and shrubbery façade. This is the hardest feat yet, your strength wains on this climb towards the peak, but something wonderful, something unexplainable carries you on. You peak the summit; ahead of you is life and civilization, behind you are the landscapes traversed on this journey. It is now time to find rest, peace and reflection before you begin the next chapter of your Pilgrimage" - Don Chich

002 | 'Pilgrimage' by Don Chich

The next quest through the ever-expanding world of Plantera is provided by London-based selector Bethan. A super talented being whom's taste of music resonated very deeply with ourselves at Plantera HQ. 

Bethan narrates a psychedelic journey saturated with deeply inspiring music from her impressive collection. Sounds that harmonise with the heart's and ear's of the listener; digging from the past, whilst peering innovatively into the future. 

Expect chill out serenity, before elevating through altitudes of euphoric energy. 

Thank you Bethan

Love
 
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"In the depths of Plantera is a place that provides a guiding hope in the face of despair. Starting off at a serene dawn, soft glowing light billows down upon the ocean, and we float from blissful waves onto the shore.  

We then enter an unknown territory on land, and a change of scenery and mood reflects the momentary chaos embodied by an absurd world. Slowly, the golden radiance of the sun begins to ascend and offers new beginnings and dreams, and we are gently lifted to a higher place." - Bethan

https://soundcloud.com/bethan_l

003 | 'First Light' by Bethan

‘Please Don’t Step on My Rainbow,” our latest mixtape and contribution to Jungles cassette series, is an escape into the Wax’o world of assorted balearica, sun-drenched psychedelia, downtempo and contemporary soul. Music both new and old, some rarities and some starterpack jams. Cassette available now via Bandcamp or Jungles webstore!

Jungles Mixtape: 'Please Don't Step on My Rainbow'

The fourth instalment of the Voyages mix series is lead by Ukrainian-born, Warsaw based @shjva who's warping production and tripped-out selections have spent hours ringing around our ears at base camp. 

With releases spanning a breadth of contemporary psychedelic soundscapes, notably the self-released 12-tracker 'zemlia', we were delighted when they agreed to take the reigns on a Voyage on Plantera.

Shjva lays down a shamanic journey of ritualistic hypnosis through the ripples of space and nature.

Thank you @shjva 🌀🖖

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"Amidst the lush, ancient jungle, the towering trees impart their ancient knowledge to the tranquil stillness, far from the din of humanity. Nature’s mirror is deep and otherworldly from beneath that yellow half-moon, risen late. In the serenity of the fig tree, in solitude, do you not ponder if it all may be an illusion? You return home, rejuvenated by the rawest of nature, to commune with the winds of the South. Heed these distant yet tangible, eloquent teachings – you are summoned to rekindle the harmony that ties all together." - shjva

004 | 'Jakku Tribe' by shjva

The fifth instalment of the Voyages mix series puts @hanndmusic firmly in the pilot seat, setting off straight to Plantera HQ.

With Dan first catching our eye at parties with the Down to Earth collective in Bristol (namely an Underwater set in a tiny basement💦) we decided we had to give the Comma Traxx head the reigns for a Voyage.

Strap in for deep, driving hypnosis from eery to etheral, with no stone inbetween left unturned.

Thank you Dan 👾
 
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"A lone traveller emerges from their crash-landed ship upon Plantera, uncertain of what land is before them and what mysteries await. Through the dense, purple mist a marshy woodland appeared. A luminous curiosity pulses from the forest that surrounds this lone wonderer, inviting them to explore with aimless enthusiasm.

Taking them through thick fog bewilderment with shimmers of panic2, enducing sporadic segments of sprinting for safety. Morphing through lucid curiosity into dark and dense dashes of adrenaline; always questioning 'where am I?' somehow their thoughts echoed off the surrounding trees, thick of reverberating thought bubbles. 

Despite a desire to feel scared, the wonderer somehow felt comforted by the surrounding vast atmosphere of Plantera. Ascending to the utopic tree city that inhabits the fog land, the local colony offers nourishment and peace to rest with ease, only a taster of the endless beauty that Plantera can offer"

005 | 'Arrival' by Hannd

"I recorded this mix on my latest Berlin trip while I was on tour. I wanted this mix to reflect on themes of longing, loss, love, and desire. I’ve recently undergone a lot of personal changes in my life, from relationships and friendships evolving to traveling quite a lot and being away from home. It’s kind of meant to be a hybrid of a playlist/mix I suppose. For me, these songs evoke a certain nostalgia, sadness, and catharsis. But hopefully some hope and joy as well. Lots of vocals and classics like Madonna, as well as some other better-known tracks. I wanted it to be a nice listening experience that's thematic more so than anything else. Could be nice to listen to while you’re at home, out for a drive, cleaning, or just want something non-abrasive to listen to."

Welcome to Lezzie Town, a mix by Montreal based producer and DJ Maara-Louisa Dunbar, more epicly known as our favourite sapphic mixtress: @maara

Full interview here 🔮 https://www.hueandsaturation.net/blog/2023/maara 🔮

Hue & Saturation Mix #050: Maara

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frog heaven 004 w/ geo

We got our hands on this recording from Bristol's Remotif. It was taken when he played in Manila earlier this year, and we're told it's a similar vibe to his show at Warning last time - which means you're in for some out-of-this-world techy trancy excellency, with a healthy dose of drum and bass at the end for good measure. Buckle up for a three-hour journey into the depths, the perfect soundtrack for dropping a few tabs on a country road Sunday ride.

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Warning #90 Remotif

They share a special connection to the search for rare gems. They are an integral part of this school, which is defined by the search for new or little-exploited sounds. 
This edition's thematic recital focuses on liquid and ambient jungle on ChewChew's mix. Rigo has opted for a set that honors the channel's name, with a selection of 100% early trance and progressive music. 2 mixes that follow on perfectly from each other, demonstrating the extent of the guests' talent;

@nativerigo
La Muralla Roja x Lyon Saint Exupery Station

Tdt #32 - RIGO

Vinyl only proggy gems, breaks & 90s rollers for this one from the emerging UK DJ. Katie aka Lora Mipsum has built a name for herself in the local scene with an impressive collection bound to imperss any selector. @loramipsum

The perfect peak-time party dj shows off her wizardry vinyl skills.& deep digs in this house of pure bliss.

Thanks for the hot mix Katie!

Downloads Enabled

Animix One Hunded &. Thirty Five: Lora Mipsum

zikzak mix 9 - Ambient Techno 1991 - 1996

More details and full download can be found at zikzak.substack.com

Double Muffled Dolphin - "Floating Clock Frequency"
Daniel Pemberton –  "Antartica"
Atmolieb  "Koyaanisquatsi"
Mali Rain - "Koan" (Dark Mix)
Human Mesh Dance - "Dahlia"
Dream Dolphin  - "L.E.A. (Mirror Codinale Mix)"  Remixed By The Heavenly Music Corporation
Heavenly Music Corporation - " Energy Portal"
Young American Primitive - "Sunrise"
Afrotrance -  "Flying Dreams"
Biosphere - "Tranquilizer"
Synthetix - "The Tao Of Dub"
Amorphous Androgynous - "Mountain Goat"
Solitaire - "In Out"
Higher Intelligence Agency -"Speedlearn" (Reformed By The Irresistible Force)
Jam & Spoon - "N.A.S.A. Nocturnal Audio Sensory Awakening"
Solar Quest - "Save The Whale"
Aedena Cycle - "The Travellers' Dream"
Subsurfing - "The Number Readers (Ambient Mix)"
Yoshihiro Sawasaki - "Magic Dome"
David Morley - "Evolution"
Meditation Y.S. - "Frozen Road"
Global Communication – "8:07"
Akio/Okihide - Phoenix At Desert
Keiichi Suzuki - Satellite Serenade (The Orb Trans Asian Express Mix)
New London School Of Electronics - "Voices Of The Rain Forest (Live At The Erotica, Paris (Blackout Mix)
James Bernard - "Lost In It"
Pressure Of Speech - "Surveillance"
Sideral - "Mare Nostrum"
The Rapino Brothers -"Go Ahead London - Glouchester Ave Mix"
Offworld Communication Systems - "Net"
Pentatonik - "El Amor"
Optic Eye - "The Listening"
Palomatic - "Flutter"
Reload - "Le Soleil et la Mer"
Fugue - "Contrapoint"
Trans-4M - "Dencity" 
Yennek -  "Emperical Reality (Fake Piano Mix)"
Luke Slater - "Expectation No.1"
Beaumont Hannant – "T 60160293"
Phenomyna - "Earthfall"
Sandoz - "Chocolate Machine"
Rising Sun - "Ocean View"
Baby Ford - "Monolense"

zikzak mix 9 - Ambient Techno 1991 - 1996 (5 hours)

Richard Akingbehin at Organik Festival 2023

@marso10c

o•rbyss aims to help soothe the queer spectrum and focus on the well-being of the community. Queer DJs are invited to submit a mix to showcase an alternative side to their music library outside of a rave and take us on a meditative journey. ✨

Notes on the mix:

"I often go through times when darkness slowly creeps into every corner of my life. Times when negativity becomes a lens that follows me every day, instilling doubt, sadness and anxiety into my movements, my perceptions and my relationships. The autumn of 2023 was one of those troubled times. When introspection becomes constant self-examination. When self-esteem falls like autumn leaves. The world is in a state of turmoil, and so am I. When this happens, I try to seek softness and comfort wherever I can find it. Music and nature are my remedies, as their sounds help me redirect my mind towards something other than my grief. The song of a bird or the ethereal hum of a synthesizer have a magical power. This is the feeling I wanted to capture with this mix, composed of the melody of surrounding sounds that mingle with my thoughts, and deep sounds that envelop my heart with absorbent cotton to heal it."

Like their namesake celestial body, Mars is a dreamer floating in orbit. A stellar object often mysterious, barely perceptible to the naked eye, from a galaxy of innocence and melancholy. Sometimes love-red, sometimes anger-red, they find life hard enough but try to tint it with softness through music and activism, to heal the pain they encounter on Earth. 

Mars cultivates a sharp taste for progressive house, trance and broken rhythms that make you sway and sometimes ambient gems that make you shiver. Get ready for focused expressions, shared moments of sensitivity, the shy smiles of an introverted Alien thrown into the spotlight. To move you while making you move, that's Mars' mission.

o•rbyss - mars O10c

We're absolutely over the moon to release this long-awaited mix, from a DJ that we've admired for so long, our beautiful friend from across the waters, Katie aka Lora Mipsum.

For this mix, the London-based @slushrecordsuk head has gifted us with an hour and a half of big, tough, outdoor festival progressive vibes - and all vinyl :) 

Thank you Katie for this stunner of a mix <3

@loramipsum
@loramipsum
@loramipsum

Rotations 41: Lora Mipsum

Pioneering the next voyage is our good friend & frequent visitor to Plantera, Katie aka Lora Mipsum - a creative spirit whom we have a hoooj love & admiration for.

Co-curator of hazy Whomp's for heartfelt causes and embarking on a noble quest to unearth gems of yesteryear with her label Slush Records, we knew this care and attention to detail would run through to the voyage series. 

Showcasing the downtempo realms of their vinyl collection, Katie elegantly weaves a psychedelic excursion through blissed-out spring-time soundscapes & dream-state chillers. A timely mix of seasonal shifts through ambient rays metamorphosing into organic rhythms of the mystical, guided by the groove. 

Thank you so much for this beautifully crafted journey, Katie - spring has most definitely sprung.

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"With a subtle tilt of Plantera's axis we are ushered into a spring awakening, after the long dormancy of winter. 

As the days gradually lengthen and temperatures rise, nature begins to stir from it's frosty slumber. 

Trees bud, flowers bloom, birds return from migration - the air is filled with the sound of chirping and buzzing, reverberating throughout the landscape.

The soothing tones of spring awaken us all." - @loramipsum

013 | 'Spring Awakening' by Lora Mipsum

ANNX and Lora Mipsum, curators of London's Whomp party, go back2back to kick off their brand-new mix series. Get whomped. 

Artwork and motion design by Celestial Artillery.

@anna-annx-whomp
@loramipsum

Release date: 12th June 2024

WHOMP001 : ANNX b2b Lora Mipsum

The Golden Bullet

@loramipsum
Studio mix

Release: 18.07.24
Artwork: instagram.com/jg3000

Nice Mix 009 – Lora Mipsum

Can You Hear My Heart

With releases on an eclectic range of varied labels such as Groovement, Yoyaku, Karlovak and most recently Giegling, Molly's impressive production portfolio is only matched by her impeccable selecting.

We asked the Rex Club resident to pick five secret weapons for our 'Rare Picks' series, you can read more here: www.fourheadsmusic.com/rare-picks-with-molly

Molly: @molly_music
Keey an eye on FH Instagram for track-list drops: www.instagram.com/fourheadsmusic/

FH || Molly

004 Jamie Bennett

Do you know Jamie Bennett? Maybe you do, maybe you don’t, maybe you heard one of your friends whisper: “That’s the Crown Ruler guy." One thing is undoubtedly true – Australia’s music scene wouldn’t be the same without Jamie’s influence. The wonderful Crown Ruler brand has exerted its influence throughout the country and far beyond. If this is news to you, start looking a little closer to home and you’ll spot the clues.

We’ll keep this intro brief – a cheeky web-surf will provide plenty of thoughtful write ups on the man’s roots. We think Jamie’s an incredible DJ. A trove of aural excellence comes through in this mix; Lovers rock, sun-kissed gems, and plenty of soulful rarities from all corners. It’s a little less about genre and a little more about mood.

When we joked with Jamie that the cost of the records in this mix alone must be his retirement fund, he slyly shot back: "That's my super." It’s hard to explain the effort, the research, and even the resources that go into pulling together the sort of collections that are at the heart of a mix like this. Perhaps that’s a little digger-to-digger nod, a silent sign of appreciation at the incredibly impractical art of carting around bags and bags of records in this day and age.

Our admiration goes beyond knowing the work involved. Hearing and experiencing Jamie’s talent through Waxflower’s speakers was, for us, a thing of joy. And at the heart of it all is Jamie’s love of music. We were honoured to have him play on the wheels at Wax. Music and Human connection, Enjoy!

Recorded live @Waxflowerbar

004 Jamie Bennett

Pushing {extra}terrestrial sounds from the psychedelic realm ~

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∞Voyage∞ Mix Series

Step into 'Plantera' 

- an Earth-like planet thriving in a distant galaxy. 
Where music vibrates through every aspect of the ecosystem; where the lines between space and nature are blurred via psychedelic means.

Aural narratives unfolding moments on Plantera. 
Project ran by Mason J & annwn.

013 | 'Spring Awakening' by Lora Mipsum

PLANTERA