@Wata Igarashi demonstrates his mastery of driving, psychedelic techno for the Recognise mix series, and speaks to Claire Francis about composing for TV commercials, nature's influence on Japanese rave culture, and the trippy potential of organic sound design

Interview & tracklist: https://djmag.com/features/recognise-081-wata-igarashi

Tracklist & Interview

Recognise 081: Wata Igarashi

With great pleasure, we present the live recording of @Voiski, during 3 YEARS of PAX-ROMANA. 

A true visionary in contemporary techno, Voiski's performance perfectly suited the Sunday morning atmosphere - magical, deep & full of new energy. Drawing from his electro influences and spiritual roots, he delivered a set that was both cerebral and moving. A masterclass in alternative techno storytelling. 

Set time: 09:00 – 12:00
Enjoy listening! <3

Voiski @ 3 YEARS of PAX-ROMANA | 2024.06.30

Recorded live at Horoom in mid-March comes this next instalment from Copenhagen representative Martin Gilleshøj. The DJ, co-founder of KUNE music and arts festival, co-founder of Axces Recordings (and their event series), and head at vinyl dispensary Proton Records is a bulwark of the Danish scene. Alongside pals like previous Bassiani Podcast guest Kasper Marott, Søren Kinch and Popmix he’s been key to his city’s cultural offer, blending groovy dancefloor tracks irrespective of narrow genre categorisations with a focus on high-energy nighttime turnouts. It’s a witty spin on clubland fare, iconoclastic and highly danceable stuff that keeps the happy chemicals unanimously flowing. Another plate to spin: he also now runs Buttheads, an intimate club series turned into a record label for the work of selected friends. Through all these outlets, Martin unravels the common thread that binds his work together, laying open a mix of styles and developing something fresh in their coming together. For Bassiani Podcast 261 Gilleshøj flexes his DJ muscles and delivers three hours of wobbly prime time bangers. Fluid, shapeshifting and soulful rhythms, slick selecting flawlessly woven together, a gradual build that perfectly epitomises Horoom’s spirit. This is a sweaty, long haul set from the Danish polymath and clubfloor mischief-maker.

@martin_gilleshoej

Bassiani invites Martin Gilleshøj / Podcast #261

She is an artist who defies simple categorization by genre or scene. Mareena’s work as a DJ, producer, and curator stems from a deep desire to create meaningful connections between music and people. Her roots go back to a time when club culture was rougher, and perhaps more honest. Yet instead of clinging to nostalgia, Mareena continuously looks forward, digs deeper, and explores new sonic and emotional spaces. With a finely tuned sense for atmosphere, she creates a sound that unfolds gradually, reveals layers of complexity, and fully envelops the listener. Her musical signature is marked by warmth and attention to detail, shaped by an intuitive understanding of contrast and dramaturgy.

Whether in dark club nights or contemplative ambient formats, which she presents through her label UNRUSH, Mareena builds soundscapes that challenge and support in equal measure. She never puts herself at the center, but instead uses her music to establish genuine connection.

In an interview with Andre Kronert, Mareena takes us on a journey. From a small village near Rostock to the legendary catacombs of the old Tresor club in Berlin, where she has held a residency for over twelve years. She shares memories of attending the Love Parade with her family in the 1990s and recounts how techno eventually pulled her to Berlin, where she found diversity, freedom, and her musical home. Speaking openly and reflectively, with her characteristic northern charm, she talks about her early days, setbacks along the way, and why she continues to curate, perform, and stay loyal to vinyl with unwavering passion.

Gear:
2x Technics SL-1200MK5
2x Ortofon Concorde MKII Scratch
Mixer: Allen & Heath Xone 96

Video:
Interview https://youtu.be/6mdnGF8HcQs?si=HdZnYg0pe-9O-FpH
DJ Mix https://youtu.be/VA51lkQB6fA?si=uSeFLRknIizNRtSs

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Mareena - Techno Vinyl Only Mix - VINYL MATTERS 026

Over the past few years, German DJ Marie Montexier has built and cemented her reputation as one of the finest groove merchants around, gracing the stages of the most highly-regarded clubs and festivals out there including Berghain, Fabric, De School and more. Her eclectic selections tap into the broadest spectrum of rhythms and influences, from tribal-informed electronics to straight out surgical indus-minded payload onto breaksy delicacies, propulsive house NRG and jagged funk from outer-space. Highly infectious, here goes an all vinyl mix fusing wild dynamics with deadeye DJing accuracy, oozing unclouded raving joy and out-and-out confidence. A no-miss delivery from a DJ in full possession of her art. 

soundcloud.com/mariemontexier

Reclaim Your City 650 | Marie Montexier

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Hurukan - One Life

Function lays down the Sandwell District style on this week's RA podcast.

RA.177 Sandwell District

RA.441 Marco Shuttle

The 50Weapons man soundtracks the label's funeral.

RA.492 Benjamin Damage

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Soundwall Podcast 91   Efdemin

Recorded live at Corsica Studios in London, October 2019 at the @MakeMelondon party with DJ Sprinkles, Courtesy and Forest Drive West.

Aired June 26, 2020 on RA's Club Quarantane: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/club-quarantane/584081548881954/

RA.492 Benjamin Damage

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