Amsterdam-based Greek producer Keistep is back at Uxoa Dutxa Elite with a brand new two-track EP titled Unreal geared towards Melodic Techno.

Unreal kicks off in an energetic way with an arpeggiated sequence and dynamic and versatile percussive elements that are quickly accompanied by a robust kickdrum and a contagious bassline raising emotions while abstract riffs emerge with a deep and analogous sound that are perceived as greater in the break having a totally unreal sharpness blowing your mind.

Fragments of Reality is a track that maintains the energy of its predecessor with a bassline full of vitality and a powerful kickdrum with an analog sequence that alters its cutoff filters and is accompanied by forceful synthesizer leads that defragment reality in each notes with a sublimity that reaches the ethereal in the break, vibrating inside you like you have never experienced before in your life.

A masterful material by Keistep that elevates us with his ethereal and energetic sounds.

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'Temples is a tempting invitation into another world, full of light and movement. From the second the synth comes in this track has got us deep in its pocket. Shotter manages something that is hard to achieve - he has us floating completely, yet steadily carried by tip-toeing metallic rhythm elements and the relentless swells of bright synths. The game changer in the second half is a new, gritty bass quality, which couldn’t roll in any more fiercely. At its fullest the track has us in an uncompromising trance, a relentless movement that we don’t ever want to escape from. Breaking back down to pleasantly gentle hi-hat reverb-tails and inducing synth patterns Temples lets us down easy, with the unspoken promise to return.

Ueno claims the room to itself completely and immediately. The rise and fall of melodic synth lines lead us through a labyrinth at first, leaving plenty of space for imagination. Before we notice playful call-and-response rhythms are teasing our ears, until the track surrenders itself to an ever-growing wave of synth patterns and their behind-the-beat-delay. It climaxes into a haunting silence with tenuous high-pitched sounds and a clear outer space feel. Finally, all elements lock into a comforting groove, driving us forward, not too fast, not too slow - exactly right.

The track starts off with a blissfully nostalgic vintage-feel - slightly muffled, like the humbling quality you get from an old Technics playing your favourite LP. But don’t be fooled, Cube March is bold. And unexpected. Stomping rhythms take over quickly and full-blown gritty synth-stabs cut the air effortlessly, like blades. An unapologetic and careless pumping bass line makes us want to move with every cell in our body. Shotter demonstrates his fearlessness in experimenting with heavy contrasts and elements from different genres here. A break with tastefully placed repetitive rhythm elements is complemented by the constant ebb and flow of melody lines. Both in volume and presence they fluctuate, one handing over the spotlight to the other seamlessly, keeping us hooked until the very end.

This remix lures you away from reality in a matter of seconds, with Definition’s signature heavy hitting bass dominating. He expertly weaves shimmery fills into buoyant synth lines and brings us a skilful mix of dark minimal techno, breaks and infectious monster synth lines. Every so often, he adds a new layer, increasing the depth of the track, before letting it all crumble in a breakdown where time stops and tension grows, as we impatiently await the next rise to carry us away. The lengthy build-ups give this remix the energy to fill any room, easily. It is subtle, yet propulsive, too - a lane that Definition seems to manage regularly.'

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Premiere: Allan Shotter - Ueno (Definition Remix) [Definition:Music]

'Germany’s Apnoea return to Stripped Down with two new singles, one of which they also remix themselves.

The Apnoea pair has their own melodic take on house and techno. It has stood them apart since their debut on Mobilee in 2021, which brought them together after previous solo success. Last year they offered their Phnk EP on this label and have also played key European venues from Berghain to ADE to Cocoon club. Their story now continues with these stylish new cuts.

The superb Frankie Valli inspired, 'I Can't Take My Eyes Off You' opens with a slinky house sound. It's overlaid with a vocoder vocal that brings the future funk. The lithe synths are drawn out in elegant patterns, build to a dramatic breakdown then the whole track takes off once more. Apnoea then offers their own Deep Dive remix which is roomier, stripped back and warm. Gorgeous percussive sounds and balmy pads pepper the drums which hypnotise as they unfold. Closer 'Empty Street' is more upbeat with loopy synths that get you locked in and rising through the stars. Rugged bass and rooted drums keep things moving as the subtle waves of euphoria wash over you time and time again.

This is a versatile EP of truly emotional house sounds.'

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Premiere: APNOEA - Empty Streets [Stripped Down Records]

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Fermín Gutierrez is an Argentinian artist and his debut ep on Asymmetric titled Realidad Oculta has all the right ingredients and we are very glad to welcome him to the label and introduce to you, his unique touch and sound. We felt the energy and quality of his productions from the first listen and the clubs were always in the move when we played it . 3 special tracks are inside , all having amazing structure and flow . Enjoy !

Fermín Gutierrez - Realidad Oculta EP

PREMIERE: Fermín Gutierrez - Divino Pasaje (Original Mix) [ASYMMETRIC RECORDINGS]

In Terranova Podcast is where Axel Valley presents his unique and global vision of Electronic Music. Every month you can delight your ears with the best music played by Terranova Artists from all around the world.

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03. Asper (IT) - Morph (Original Mix)
04. Doctor Dru - Setting the Sun (Hardt Antoine Remix)
05. Hyena, Lazarusman - The Hi (Ivory Jungla Mix)
06. Tamada - Shara (Trikk Selva Kartuli Vocal)
07. Totto Chiavetta - HommeLibre (Original Mix)
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09. Sam Shure - Modus Operandi (Original Mix)
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