Stef Mendesidis remixes the sublime ‘Human Error’ from Ø [Phase]’s 2021 ‘Before This’ LP project.

Ø [Phase] - Human Error (Stef Mendesidis Remix) [MDWXLP002]

Mote-Evolver favourite and Non Series label head Psyk returns to Luke Slater's label alongside fellow returnee Orbe, known for his eponymous techno community, making for a top-tier duo made up of Spanish scene frontmen exploring the deeper end of techno. 'Atonal' is hypnotic, multi-functional, and perfect for the record bags of any artist interested in spinning a journey.

The title track of Psyk & Orbe's 'Atonal' on Luke Slater's Mote-Evolver features clever, ever-progressing arrangements and mechanical rhythm shot through with futuristic bleep. Its dub-like atmospheres are then followed by 'Tunnel Diode', which sees the pair implement raw, wonky soundwaves swirling around delicate drum patterns.

The B-side starts with 'Superconductor', an electrifying trip boasting rapid-fire sequences and reversed drum shots sitting in between its steady beat, before 'Maths' closes the record via a slow-burning groove and mysterious, otherworldly synth textures.

Psyk & Orbe - Atonal MOTE069

Chami and DHÆÜR step up for the first release on DIG Curated, the sub label of Dust in Grooves (DIG), a pioneering force in the world of vinyl techno, born in Berlin. This passion project, launched by Olivia Mendez and Chami, spotlights emerging artists who embody the essence of the imprint's signature style—sophisticated, timeless, and groovy. With each release, a new talent is endorsed by a seasoned digger from the scene, aiming to push forward undiscovered sounds and empower the community.
After years of refining his palette as a dedicated DJ and acoustics master, the Italian-born, Berlin-based DHÆÜR has developed his distinct creative vision rooted in sound quality and stylistic research. At the time of crossing paths with Chami, DHÆÜR had already produced a handful of immersive tracks, exploring unknown territories while keeping things minimalistic, giving DJs the freedom to construct their preferred sonic environments. Four of these tracks are pressed on DIG Curated 001, marking the beginning of a chapter for the sub-label that brings forth the future sound of techno.
The opening track of the release SUBJECT ZERO is a cinematic, mental, elegant journey, playing with the perception of built up anticipation. This boundless, loopy soundscape is designed to induce inner quests on the dancefloor and is a grand point of departure to unknown adventures ahead. This interlude of primordial grooves sets the scene for a voyage through a not-so-distant world where dystopian visions and technology merge with hypnotic synths. Evoking human emotions and desires is the hot and groovy track MIN(E)D, with vocals that could be from a female replicant building her own sonic web3 through the soundsystem of a steamy dancefloor.
On the B side, things quickly gain power and intensity, with STEPS racing through pounding beats, enigmatic pads, and unpredictable claps, only tamed by DHÆÜR’s impeccable acoustic design. The EP closes with the cryptic, mechanical sounds of HEX 1904d1, deconstructing old patterns and programming a new form of evolved consciousness—inspired by precision and a reverence for organic movements.

Words by Lora Mateeva, Orb Mag

Written and produced by DHÆÜR
Mastering Nihad Tule
Graphic design Diego Vicinenza
© Copyright DIG Curated 2024

DHÆÜR - A1.SUBJECT ZERO [DIG-C001]

Orbe returns to non series with his 3rd ep on the label. Intense, driving, atmospheric techno weapons.

Orbe - Absolute Zero [nwhite018]

Support here: https://movingpressure.bandcamp.com/album/moving-pressure-02

With Moving Pressure 02, Rene Wise allows us to dip into a psychedelic undercurrent, yet maintaining a very grounded mentality. It’s an effortlessly rolling type of minimalism, but let’s be 
clear; it’s a type of minimalistic spirit backed up by a rich, kaleidoscopic sound design. MP02 is an immersive batch of mystical dance floor journeys which, in four steps, navigates the realms of gaseous sound design to more subaquatic dynamics, working with a palette of serpentine rhythms that pull us into his distinctive, subtly hypnotic world. 

A1 ‘Silo Cybin’ opens the release with the artist’s unmistakable kick drum pattern, the heartbeat of his sound. There’s a trippy, swampy energy here, enhanced by robotic vocals and broken claps that weave polyrhythms into the track. The minimalist core pulses with playful energy, while detailed textural elements softly emerge like a wave’s bubbling foam. Up next we have ‘Complicated’, which offers a more minimalist composition, yet injected with rich rhythmic structures. Small circular modulations swirl in the background, filling the air with a delicate yet persistent energy, while his signature vocal snippets further enhance the groove. On the B-side, ‘Rough Escorts’ taps into a brighter psychedelic dimension, conjuring the ethos and trademark 
of Moving Pressure as a whole. Listen closely–a fine connection to Wise’s previous work on MP01 shines through, maintaining the sonic coherence of the project while pushing further into a lush space. B2 ‘Bleep Police’, dives into dystopian bleep territory. Here, the artist strips techno down to its essence, intertwining bleeps with percussion into a hyper-rhythmic whole. 

A living organism composed of intricately layered sonic structures. A variegated interplay of texture and rhythm. Multi-dimensional sound. Welcome to Moving Pressure 02.

Håwgk - Onwego (RKT004)

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