Last Step

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PREMIERE: Ramon Tapia - Last Step (A*S*Y*S Remix) [Say What?]

Bring It On Down

My recorded set at the Drumcode x Tomorrowland Stage!

It was so hot  in the Atmosphere tent that even the Cdj Pioneer 3000 Malfunctioned once but that didn't put me down to keep on going :)

Hope you enjoy 

Ramon

Ramon Tapia @ Drumcode X Tomorrowland  24.07.2022

PREMIERE: Alessandro D'Avenia - Human Unconscious [Say What?]

Say What? is happy to present yet another luminous release delivered by none other than the label regulars - Matteo Vitanza, in the form of 3 tracks, capturing the essence of Techno's relentless energy and its power to unite people on the dancefloor. We kick off with 'NGC 1999' setting the tone for an immersive experience that will leave you craving for more. Raw beats, intricate soundscapes and mind bending synth work are carefully woven together to create a sonic tapestry that's both futuristic and ecstatic. Next one is 'Spazio Liminale' where Matteo proves his mastery of euphoric techno by pushing the boundaries of the genre and taking the listeners on a journey of mind, body and soul - a statement of his evolution as an artist. The record blends the mechanical with the emotional in a such a way destined to stand the test of time! Last on the release is 'Reborn' a magical intro that will blast you into space and resonate to your inner core, a perfect asset to any set. All in all Vitanza is back and with a vengeance! 
Enjoy

PREMIERE: Matteo Vitanza - NGC 1999 [Say What?]

Cari Lekebusch &amp; Zoe Xenia get a full revision of their first Tulipa dream, Fly. Ramon Tapia, Sascha Dive, Vincenzo, and Nathan Parker present unique interpretations that morph the original song into varying realms of distinguishment. Together this collection of remixes is titled Fly Two. Astonishment and elation arise within the gathering onlookers and the animals begin to weep in delight. The Tulipa gardens have released another classic from within its gates.

Shaking the flower until the pollen creates a cloud. The small town staple led me astray. Hustling for hypnotic peppers. A wooden curve. Narrowly escaping the love of my life. Nestled deeply within the coulee. As she left the park, the trees mocked her intentions. A stone symbolized the campsite&#8217;s genesis. Rarely and suddenly. The mind is abuzz from speculation. Donations left for the calloused. Symbolically raking a courtyard. Midwives making the daylight disappear. 

2014 Tulipa Recordings 
http://www.tuliparecordings.com 
Artwork by Justin Chodzko 
Words by Summer (Brendon Collins)

Cari Lekebusch & Zoe Xenia - Fly (Ramon Tapia Dubba Dubb Remix) [Tulipa Recordings]

Ramon Tapia @ Derailed Rotterdam 29.08.24

Shadow Master

1 Hour of my set at Double Impact - Club Odonien Cologne 12.10.2024

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Ramon Tapia - Live @Double Impact - Club Odonien Cologne 12.10.2024

PREMIERE: Ramon Tapia - Get Funk'D [Say What?]

Arkanoid

Light Up My Brain

PREMIERE: Ramon Tapia - Arkanoid [Say What?]

Rising from the underground with a signature blend of groove and drive we are very happy to welcome Turkish DJ & Producer Bedez to our Say What? family.

The title track 'Chrono Spiral' sets the pace with razor-sharp percussion, a relentless groove, and eerie modular and vocal stabs that soar through time like mechanical echoes. The track builds tension through subtle shifts and syncopated patterns, creating a sense of propulsion that perfectly captures the EP’s temporal theme.

'Groove Tides' dives deeper into rhythm, pushing rolling low-end energy under intricate hats and a warped vocal slice that ebbs and flows like a restless tide. It's a DJ tool at heart, but with enough funk and swing to catch dancers off guard – built for those marathon sets that refuse to let up.

'Mildew Funk' brings a raw texture, combining dirty synth licks with filtered chords and a pulsating bassline that oozes underground flavour. There’s a touch of mischief here — think sweaty basements, strobing lights, and hypnotic repetition layered with funk-fuelled attitude.

'Tunnel Vision' closes the EP with a sophisticated touch. A tight, evolving groove pulses through a dense tunnel of reverb and atmosphere. Mechanical textures, looped bleeps, and rolling sublayers create a trance-inducing momentum — perfect for those introspective 4 AM moments when the outside world disappears.

Enjoy

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PREMIERE: Bedez - Chrono Spiral [Say What?]

Say What? is happy to welcome the new collaborative EP from Spanish/Chilean techno craftsmen Under The FX and JFERNANDEZ. Fusing precision-engineered grooves with emotional depth, the duo dives into the disorienting and fascinating world of time perception through hypnotic, rolling techno.

Opening the EP with elegant chaos, 'Desfase Circular' plays with looping sequences and subtly shifting percussion that evolve in a spiralling motion. Syncopated low-end patterns pull the listener in while atmospheric elements swell and retract like tidal waves of tension. It’s a circular rhythm that never quite returns to the same place.

A mechanical heart beats off-kilter in 'Pulso Desviado'. Clock-like clicks, rolling sub-bass, and warped synth stabs generate a hypnotic drive that feels both relentless and unstable. The groove continuously deviates from expected patterns, creating a sense of temporal distortion—like a second hand skipping beats in a dream..

The third track on the release 'Reloj Interno' explores the body’s own rhythm. Here, organic percussion interlocks with warm, rolling bass and subtle modular tones. The groove feels intimate and alive—almost biological. Pulses echo like a heartbeat, gradually layered with evolving synth textures that mirror the shifts of day and night. It’s a track that breathes, grounded in groove but aimed toward inner exploration.

Closing the EP on a deeper, more meditative note, 'Tiempo Suspendido' suspends time itself. Space opens up between the kick and the rhythmic elements, allowing haunting pads and ghostly effects to drift in like forgotten memories. The track moves slowly yet purposefully, capturing that strange sensation when moments feel stretched—when time no longer feels like a straight line. Perfect for closing sets or introspective home listening.

Enjoy

PREMIERE: Under The FX, JFERNANDEZ - Desfase Circular [Say What?]

CDTRAX & Gabrielle join forces for a striking deep modular techno statement on Say What? with the Form And Void EP - a four-track journey that explores tension, texture, and the interplay between raw machine energy and hypnotic groove.

We start off with 'Form And Void' an immersion into contrast: delicate atmospheres collide with raw, pulsating low-end pressure. A spiraling modular sequence evolves throughout, never static, shifting shapes like liquid metal in constant transformation. Echoed percussion and shadowy textures create a sense of vast negative space, allowing the groove to breathe yet always pushing forward with purpose.

 Next up is 'Balance' a hypnotic rhythm sets the foundation, while modulated synth tones weave in and out, destabilizing the listener’s sense of grounding. Subtle harmonic layers rise and fall like distant signals, offering moments of serenity before plunging back into rolling, hypnotic momentum. The track becomes a meditation on equilibrium - how groove, distortion, and space coexist within one evolving system.

 The third track on the release is 'Kill The Messenger' a rolling deep excursion with metallic percussion and a growling, distorted modular bassline. The arrangement strips things down to essentials, creating an atmosphere of urgency and confrontation. With its minimal yet impactful design, it conjures the feeling of being locked inside the machine.

 We are closing the EP with, 'Mechatronic' an ode to kinetic energy and futurist sound design. Pulsating modular sequences interlock with crisp, precision-engineered drum programming, creating an almost biomechanical groove. The textures blur the line between human and machine, organic imperfection and engineered precision.

Enjoy

PREMIERE: CDTRAX, Gabrielle - Form And Void [Say What?]

Denn Punk returns on Say What? with a new EP called 'POV' and proves he’s becoming one of the scene’s favourites.

The title track sets the tone immediately. Deep, weighty kicks lock you into its core, while eerie stabs and subtle rhythmic shifts create an atmosphere that is both driving and unsettling. This is techno designed to reframe perspective, pulling the listener into Denn Punk’s world where time blurs and focus narrows to the physicality of sound.

'Toolkit 4' is exactly what its name suggests: a precision-built weapon. The track unfolds like machinery in motion with metallic percussive elements and a rolling low-end groove that grinds forward without compromise. It’s a track engineered for the late hours, giving selectors a sharp tool to push energy deeper into the night.

 More abstract in nature, 'Floep' pushes against convention. Off-kilter rhythms and swirling grooves create a shifting, unpredictable tension, like a space between structure and chaos. It’s hypnotic but never static - a track that evolves in subtle, strange ways, demanding attention on the dancefloor and opening portals for the more adventurous listener.

Closing the EP with a twist, 'Funk Flanger' adds a warped sense of play to the raw techno template. The funk is not smooth, but jagged — filtered stabs and flanged tones weave in and out of a heavy groove, creating a psychedelic march. It’s the perfect end note: hypnotic, gritty, and slightly mischievous, leaving a lasting imprint long after the last beat fades.

Enjoy

PREMIERE: Denn Punk - POV [Say What?]

Say What? returns with Dani Sbert and Mr Coalman bringing Aluvion EP — a fierce four-tracker fusing raw energy, mechanical drive, and hypnotic grit in equal measure.

First off is Dani Sbert’s 'Aluvion' opens the release with a relentless pulse: pounding low-end pressure, modular undertones, and an industrial edge that captures the tension of a warehouse at full tilt. It’s stripped-down yet massive — a pure tool designed to ignite late-night floors.

Next up is Mr Coalman’s remix of 'Aluvion' twists the original into darker, dust-coated territory. Gritty textures, distorted percussion, and a brooding sense of motion create a raw, analog-heavy reinterpretation that feels both primal and forward-thinking.

The third track on the release is Mr Coalman’s 'Ash and Stone' and dives deep into a murky, hypnotic groove — where smoldering atmospheres and broken metallic hits fuse into a pressure-cooker of tension and groove. It’s a track that breathes, evolves, and burns slow.

The last track on the Ep is Dani Sbert’s remix of 'Ash and Stone' and closes it with precision and power, reshaping the Original into a high-impact floor weapon. Razor-sharp hats and a thunderous kick carve through layers of smoke and delayed synth layers, reaffirming both producers’ command of raw, unfiltered techno.

Enjoy

PREMIERE: Dani Sbert - Aluvion [Say What?]

PREMIERE: Mr Coalman - Ash and Stone [Say What?]

For this new release we are happy to welcome Bateko to our Say What? family who brings us directly into darker, stripped-back territory, delivering a raw 4-tracker that captures the grit and immediacy of warehouse techno. Built around relentless grooves and hypnotic repetition, this record is designed for dancefloors that thrive on pressure and intensity.

The title track 'Torn' sets the tone with jagged percussion, rolling synth textures, and a relentless pulse that never lets up. It’s a cut that tears straight into the subconscious, blurring the line between control and chaos.

'Rode Beat' injects a raw funk into the EP, a rolling groove that balances stripped-down percussion with a hypnotic undercurrent. Minimal yet powerful, it’s the kind of track that creeps up on you and then refuses to let go.

'Guitar Hero' adds a left-field touch, weaving distorted guitar stabs into a pounding techno framework. It’s unconventional, gritty, and unmistakably Bateko — a track that hints at punk energy while remaining firmly rooted in techno’s raw foundations.

Closing the release with 'PT' Bateko pushes forward with a more mechanical drive — tight, looping drum work, subtle shifts in rhythm, and industrial edges that keep the tension locked tight. The EP delivers a statement of intent: uncompromising, floor-focused techno that thrives on tension, grit, and pure energy.

Enjoy

PREMIERE: Bateko - Torn [Say What?]

Belgian duo Pulse.ar drop their debut EP 'Storyteller' on Say What?. Hypnotic grooves and raw sound design are key in this release, Pulse.ar craft five deep, rolling cuts that merge emotional tension with relentless energy, showing their unmistakable command of the modern techno spectrum.

The title track opens the journey with hypnotic precision — a rolling, analog-fueled groove layered with evolving percussive details and subtle atmospheres. It feels like a story told through rhythm rather than words, where every modulation and filter sweep becomes part of an emotional progression. It’s the kind of track that locks a dancefloor in motion while drawing the listener inward, setting the tone for what’s to come.

On 'Dagga', tribal elements emerge with a heavier rhythmic swing and smoky atmosphere. The drums feel alive, pushing forward with a magnetic, primal energy. There’s an earthy warmth beneath the grit — the kind of rolling techno that bridges classic and modern influences, perfect for deep warehouse moments.

'No Way Back' raises the intensity with driving low-end power and sharp, minimal percussion. It’s relentless yet deeply hypnotic, built for long, immersive sets where the groove takes full control. Pulse.ar layers subtle synth movements that rise and fall like breathing — giving the track a sense of organic life within its raw machine framework.

Next, 'Not Here' pushes further into darker territory. Built around a pulsating drums and mechanical groove, it creates a tension-filled landscape full of delayed textures and shadowy energy. The track captures that feeling of being lost in the moment — not here, not anywhere — just floating in a timeless loop between light and dark.

Finally, 'Why Unfold' closes the EP with introspective grace. — a deep-groove journey that reveals Pulse.ar’s cinematic side. Here, the artist shows the vulnerability behind the toughness, as shimmering pads and ghostly chords melt over grounded percussion, leaving the listener with a lingering sense of reflection and closure.

Enjoy

PREMIERE: Pulse.ar - Storyteller [Say What?]

PREMIERE: Ramon Tapia - Acute [Say What?]

Toolroom are kicking things off in style for 2016 as they welcome Ramon Tapia to the Family. From humble beginnings as a part-time assistant in a record store in Antwerp to rocking global techno stages on a weekly basis, Ramon’s rise to the top has been a steady and meteoric one. Frequently appearing on heavyweight labels like 100% Pure, Area Remote and his own Say What imprint, Toolroom are massively proud to present ‘Yellow Submarine’.

The track itself is potentially Ramon’s finest hour and is already poised to be one of the anthems of the BPM Festival in Mexico that kicks off the day of release. The darkness of that rumbling tech house groove accompanied by the light of that uplifting synth pattern, this is a simple yet hugely effective track that musically epitomizes Toolroom as a label and sits as a perfect release to start the year after an incredible 2015.

Ramon Tapia - Yellow Submarine (Original Mix) [Toolroom Records]

Ramon Tapia - Toxic Funk (Dennis Cruz Remix) [Moan]

Zebra

Alex Preda & Olivier Weiter - Zebra - Ramon Tapia Black and White Remix

PREMIERE: Martin Kinrus - The Night - Say What? Recordings

Here is the recording of my last hour at Techno Brooklyn  in January 2020 with Julien Juweil & Marco Faraone 

Enjoy

Ramon Tapia @ Techno Brooklyn NYC  17.01.2020

Merry X Mas 

After lots of requests here it is

My 2020 Edit of Richie Hawtin's Classic: Minus Orange !

Be Safe Out There ! Wish you all the best for 2021 
and don't forget to follow my page :) !

Ramon Tapia

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Richie Hawtin - Minus Orange - Ramon Tapia 2020 Edit ( Free Download )

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