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The electronic musician and Poker Flat founder’s contemplative new studio album takes in minimal house music, moody techno and effervescent breaks across 11 unique tracks. 

Acclaimed producer, DJ, label owner and musical pioneer Steve Bug’s influence on the musical landscape is, at this stage in his career, well documented. With roots in Germany’s legendary club scene and fans around the world thanks to his enviable catalogue of releases, the influence of his label Poker Flat, and his famously exemplary DJ sets, Steve is a singular artist with a lucid and passionate approach to his craft. 

His previous LP Paradise Sold alongside Langenberg was released in 2018 to critical acclaim, and described as “elegantly euphoric” by Mixmag. Never Ending Winding Roads is an entirely solo release however, with much of it produced during the months of enforced isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic. Many of the track titles reflect Steve’s headspace during this time, with themes of solitude, contemplation and reflection brought to the fore perhaps more than with any of his previous work. 

Steve’s formative musical years were spent during Germany’s techno and acid house heyday, with his love for a perfect groove as apparent now as it was back then. His DJ skills and a keen, innovative ear led him not down the typical path of the early nineties trance and harder dance scene, but instead towards a fresher, hybrid sound–merging stripped deep house, tweaked out acid and more minimal forms of techno and electronic music: a strand of music he fiercely champions to this day. 

Steve Bug: “My mindset when making Never Ending Winding Roads was completely different to any other project I have embarked on. I didn’t have to tour, and instead could focus 100% on writing music without having the dancefloor as a constant influence. This allowed me creative freedom to explore a range of styles and emotions, and as a result, it is the album I feel most satisfied with to date”.

With 11 brand new tracks, Never Ending Winding Roads is a meticulously produced and deeply engaging electronic album; one that explores various shades of house, techno and broken beat with Steve’s celebrated attention to detail and consummate originality. 

Album opener Lucid Loops perfectly sets the tone, immediately ensnaring you with a hypnotic, undulating synth line and a faintly menacing undertone thanks to hushed, discordant strings and unnerving vocal stabs. This atmosphere of quiet paranoia permeates many of the tracks on Never Ending Winding Roads, most explicitly in the sinewy groove and sketchy, panic-inducing synth line of Locked Away In My Head. 

This album more than perhaps any other in his career sees Steve experimenting with broken beats, to incredible effect. Tracks like A Conscious Machine and Electro Harmonix are melodic, emotionally rich cuts: burst of radiant optimism that juxtapose beautifully with the album’s darker moments. 
Elsewhere tracks like Yellow Snake find Steve exploring deep, dubby territory, while album closer Upon Mountains is a cosmic, arpeggiated masterpiece: an 8bit computer game soundtrack reimagined as a poignant electro ballad.

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Steve Bug - Never Ending Winding Roads

Crossfade Sounds introduces South African producer Zerk, who makes both his label and production debut with the Murmur EP. A new name to watch, Zerk delivers his first-ever release with two original tracks, showcasing an emerging talent whose sound balances atmosphere and subtle rhythmic drive.

The collection opens with Murmur, a piece that sets the tone through immersive layers and a deep, flowing framework, while companion track Pulse follows with equal focus on texture and groove. Together, the pair form a striking debut that highlights both promise and individuality.

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Zerk (SA) - Murmur [Crossfade Sounds]

Madloch's 3rd Avenue presents the Dheu-Mon EP from Kazakhstani producer 3Kilo. The three-track release features Dheu-Mon, Fluv, and Nur, showcasing his detailed and atmospheric approach to deep and progressive house.

3Kilo made his first appearance on the label in 2023 with a contribution to Three Of A Kind #021, later following up with a release on our Future Avenue sublabel. His music blends rich textures with steady, hypnotic grooves, creating an immersive listening experience that feels both emotional and precise.

Beyond the Sound Avenue label group, 3Kilo has also released on respected imprints such as Manual Music, 90Watts, and Massive Harmony Records. With Dheu-Mon EP, he returns to 3rd Avenue with a strong and cohesive collection that underlines his evolving sound and growing presence in the global progressive scene.

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3Kilo - Fluv [3rd Avenue]

Endless Sky - Melodic Techno Music

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Ahead of Cle's latest collab with @SteveBug called "Not In Vain" out this Friday on @PokerFlatRecordings, Cle has shared this almost 90 minute mix recorded live in Prague warming up for Paul Kalkbrenner on his Back to the Future tour. Check out the interview with Cle here:
https://wearemachine.net/2020/09/09/live-014-mix-cle/

Buy "Not In Vain"

We Are Machine - Live 014 - Cle

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Release info

Premiere: Luna City Express - Neon Frame - Upon.You Records

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The electronic musician and Poker Flat founder’s contemplative new stu-dio album takes in minimal house music, moody techno and effervescent breaks across 11 unique tracks. 

Acclaimed producer, DJ, label owner and musical pioneer Steve Bug’s influence on the musical landscape is, at this stage in his career, well documented. With roots in Germany’s legendary club scene and fans around the world thanks to his enviable catalogue of releases, the influence of his label Poker Flat, and his famously exemplary DJ sets, Steve is a singular artist with a lucid and passionate approach to his craft. 

His previous LP Paradise Sold alongside Langenberg was released in 2018 to critical acclaim, and described as “elegantly euphoric” by Mixmag. Never Ending Winding Roads is an entirely solo release however, with much of it produced during the months of enforced isolation due to the coronavirus pandemic. Many of the track titles reflect Steve’s headspace during this time, with themes of solitude, contemplation and reflection brought to the fore perhaps more than with any of his previous work. 

Steve’s formative musical years were spent during Germany’s techno and acid house heyday, with his love for a perfect groove as apparent now as it was back then. His DJ skills and a keen, innovative ear led him not down the typical path of the early nineties trance and harder dance scene, but instead towards a fresher, hybrid sound–merging stripped deep house, tweaked out acid and more minimal forms of techno and electronic music: a strand of music he fiercely champions to this day. 

Steve Bug: “My mindset when making Never Ending Winding Roads was completely different to any other project I have embarked on. I didn’t have to tour, and instead could focus 100% on writing music without having the dancefloor as a constant influence. This allowed me creative freedom to explore a range of styles and emotions, and as a result, it is the album I feel most satisfied with to date”.
With 11 brand new tracks, Never Ending Winding Roads is a meticulously produced and deeply engaging electronic album; one that explores various shades of house, techno and broken beat with Steve’s celebrated attention to detail and consummate originality. 
Album opener Lucid Loops perfectly sets the tone, immediately ensnaring you with a hypnotic, undulating synth line and a faintly menacing undertone thanks to hushed, discordant strings and unnerving vocal stabs. This atmosphere of quiet paranoia permeates many of the tracks on Never Ending Winding Roads, most explicitly in the sinewy groove and sketchy, panic-inducing synth line of Locked Away In My Head. 

This album more than perhaps any other in his career sees Steve experi- menting with broken beats, to incredible effect. Tracks like A Conscious Machine and Electro Harmonix are melodic, emotionally rich cuts: burst of radiant optimism that juxtapose beautifully with the album’s darker moments. 
Elsewhere tracks like Yellow Snake find Steve exploring deep, dubby territory, while album closer Upon Mountains is a cosmic, arpeggiated masterpiece: an 8bit computer game soundtrack reimagined as a poignant electro ballad.

Never Ending Winding Roads

Lucid Loops

Steve Bug - Ludic Loops

Upon Mountains

Steve Bug - Upon Mountains

Raindance 101

Steve Bug - Raindance 101

Confidence Dub

Steve Bug - Confidence Dub

Yellow Snake

Steve Bug - Yellow Snake

Hijacked Minds

Steve Bug - Hijacked Minds

The Clock Is Ticking

Steve Bug - The Clock Is Ticking

Electro Harmonix

Steve Bug - Electro Harmonix

Locked Away In My Head

Steve Bug - Locked Away In My Head

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