Of all the one-word techno project names out there, Truncate has to be among the most descriptive. The name started as a name for David Flores's most pared-back tracks, different from the stuff he was making as Audio Injection at the time. As happens with people who are really good at techno—or just understand the genre fundamentally—Truncate's DJ tools took off quickly, because people in the scene could recognize the craftsmanship. You don't need more than a few elements to make something pop. Rather quickly, Truncate became Flores's main squeeze, bringing him to a new level of international attention and acclaim.

Flores is part of a vibrant LA techno community that's probably never been more vibrant or diverse. He helped build the scene alongside producers like Drumcell, and now the city is home to several great techno parties every weekend. You'll see his name on the flyer of quite a few of them, though probably less now that he's an international star. His RA Podcast represents the ethos of not just the Truncate project, but his work writ large: stripped-back tunes, yes, but also electro and some choice vocal cuts. It's a vibrant look at capital-T techno, an approach to the genre that's about building on foundations instead of sticking to templates.

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RA.890 Truncate

Wata Igarashi's live set from Sónar Festival 2023 was a mind-bending masterclass in tough yet heavily textured techno. 

@wata
@sonarfestival

RA Live - 17.06.23 - Wata Igarashi - Sónar 2023

JakoJako (@jakojako_live) always wanted to make music and her self-confessed hyperactivity ultimately led to her getting the most joy out of playing about with machines and patching up synths. These days the Berghain resident is a celebrated live act and DJ who draws on the considerable knowledge she picked up working at Berlin's legendary synth shop SchneidersLaden, but she has also worked on several high-profile motion sensor dance projects at places like The Royal Albert Hall. Her smart sound designs and unique rhythms have landed on Leisure System, Tresor and Figure and she has a new EP coming on Mute this June.

Her mix for us this week features a sneak preview of one of the tracks from that EP as well as mixing up music from Alaric, Siege, Altinbas and many more. It's full of high-speed sounds couched loosely in techno but with moods and textures borrowed from industrial, minimal and even trance as things reach an emotional peak late on. Though she broke through as a live act, this set shows JakoJako can now speak just as freely through the decks.

Dekmantel Podcast

Dekmantel Podcast 462 - JakoJako

To close out his annual Machine takeover of Sputnik, Ben Sims tapped Josey Rebelle for a debut back-to-back. Strap in–this one goes wild.

@ben-sims
@fieldmaneuvers

RA Live: Ben Sims & Josey Rebelle - Field Maneuvers, UK

As our #014, we present Answer Code Request, the Berlin-based artist who has established himself as one of techno's most innovative voices. With releases on renowned labels such as Ostgut Ton, MDR, and Monkeytown Records, and a celebrated residency at Berghain, ACR's hybrid sound—melding intricate breaks, pad-driven harmonies, and industrial textures—has solidified his place at the forefront of the scene.

ACR’s set begins on a mystical note, drawing listeners into a deep sonic journey interspersed with fragmented sounds. From the start, his signature style is unmistakable, immediately captivating and immersive. The rhythms gradually become more danceable as lush pads dissolve into the background, giving way to groovy, dub-influenced, and house-tinged elements. Halfway through, ACR shifts gears, seamlessly transitioning into more techno-driven beats that evolve into energetic house bangers.

A fitting soundtrack for the colder months—warm, dynamic and fascinating.

Answer Code Request
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www.instagram.com/answercoderequest
https://de.ra.co/dj/answercoderequest

Dualism
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https://dualism.berlin

Dualism Series #014 - Answer Code Request

Here is a set recording from one of my most valuable events, CODA by Ratherlost x Pax-Roama at Lofi. I put a massive effort into that night, thinking about the past and future of my DJ career. I communicated best with the dancers and could express myself in a way that only I could. Sometimes I feel insecure about my life as a DJ. CODA gave me all the answers.
Thank you, and I want to show love to all the dancers and friends who were there that night.

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https://www.instagram.com/paxromana.xxi/

Mastered by Erik Luebs
Photo by Martijn Kuyvenhoven

DJ Nobu at Coda | Ratherlost x Pax-Romana ADE 2024

Wishbone Features presents: URBN. - Like That (Dirt Mix)

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Artist: URBN.
Title: Like That (Dirt Mix)
Genre: #Techno #Hardgroove
Release date: 12/27/2024

Feature: URBN. - Like That (Dirt Mix)

Regis live @ Animal Farm July '11

this man IS techno...no fucking nonsense.

Regis @ Animal Farm (Part 1)

DVS1 Live @ Dommune

Recorded live at Kompass in Ghent - 29.02.2020

Kompass Rekording 001

Efdemin - Recorded live at Kompass

Recording of DJ Nobu's set at Dekmantel Festival 2017.

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