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Track: Furious State
Artist(s): Ikkhi
Label: Butterfly Records
Format: Digital
Genre: Electronic
Style: Techno

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our first VA is online and stream able on all platforms. 
We’re beyond thankful for all the great artist,  that have participated their tracks  - to make this VA happen! 
Also @punktmidi for the great mastering!

Source Code X Jester - Energetic Dystopia

Produced by Dylan Wynne O'Sullivan & Francesco Ambrosio
Mastered by Matrheim (Geod Lab)
Artwork by Dylan Wynne O'Sullivan

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DECADANCE & FRAN LF - JUNGLE SPIKE

After a period of absence we have the upmost pleasure of announcing the known underground yearly VA compilation From the Box V, that includes many of our friends that once again came together to make this happen. Once again this is proof that friendships and Techno will always exist and survive through these times in a tough industry. A special thanks to all Artists involved: A.Paul / Aço / Bodzza / DJ Ze MigL / DKult / D-Noyse / DuArt / Frequency Fifty / H. Paul / Kar-l / K-Deey / König / Kevin Call / L.O.U.I.S. / MarAxe / No Deffy / Rolando Hodar / Sandro Galli 
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Full Release:
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DKult, Kevin Call - Against (MarAxe Remix DKult Remaster 2024) #thatechno

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Produced, mixed & mastered by myself. 
ARTWORK by Veton Vesjeli. https://www.instagram.com/Vetonmischer/

DUI = DRIVING UNDER INFLUENCE

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RELEASE DATE: 17.10.2025

Thommy Coconut - NO DUI (FREEDL 001)

The Bells · Jeff Mills T.A.M.F. remix

Schranz and Its Connection to Jeff Mills’ “The Bells”

Connection to Jeff Mills’ “The Bells”: Jeff Mills’ The Bells (1997, Purpose Maker, PM-002) isn’t pure Schranz but heavily influenced its development. Its raw, hypnotic loop and pounding 4/4 kick resonated with the harder, minimal techno sound that Schranz built upon. Here’s how it ties in:
* Influence on Schranz Producers: Mills’ use of repetitive, functional loops in The Bells inspired Schranz’s stripped-down aesthetic. Its 140 BPM tempo and relentless drive aligned with Schranz’s ethos, making it a proto-Schranz track for DJs like Liebing or Boris S.
* Club Play: The Bells was a staple in late ’90s hard techno sets, bridging Detroit techno’s soul with Schranz’s aggression. Its iconic bell riff added a melodic hook that Schranz often avoided but still absorbed as a reference for tension-building.
* Remixes and Legacy: Later Schranz DJs (e.g., Eric Sneo, DJ Amok) remixed or drew from The Bells’ energy. For example, the 2006 10th Anniversary The Bells 12” (PM-020) had a louder, Schranz-friendly master that fit harder sets.

Original Pressing Context: As mentioned earlier, The Bells appeared on the Kat Moda EP (1997, Purpose Maker, PM-002, 12” vinyl). Its raw production—gritty kicks, unpolished mastering—mirrors Schranz’s unrefined edge. Schranz DJs likely gravitated to originals or early represses for their analog warmth, though the track’s quieter mix (compared to 2000s Schranz cuts) required DJs to crank the gain.

Where to Find Schranz-Inspired The Bells:
* Original 1997 Vinyl: Hunt on Discogs/Reverb for PM-002 ($20–$50). Check matrix: PM 002-A/B (RE I) NSC.
* Streaming: The 1997 version (on Spotify/Beatport) retains the raw vibe Schranz fans love.
* Modern Schranz Comps: Look for The Bells in hard techno mixes or CLR/Tresor compilations. Check X posts or SoundCloud for recent Schranz sets featuring it.

Schranz Today (Oct 2025): Schranz remains a niche but vibrant scene. Recent X posts highlight new releases on labels like Schranz Total or Hard Drive, with DJs like Fernanda Martins and Luciid pushing 150+ BPM bangers. The Bells still gets play in retro sets or as a remixed bootleg in Schranz raves.
Want me to dig into a specific Schranz artist, label, or a The Bells remix in this style? Or maybe check X for recent Schranz chatter? Let me know! 🔔

Deep Dive: Schranz – The Hard Techno Beast 🦖
Since you’re doubling down on Schranz, let’s go full throttle. This is the raw, pounding heart of German hard techno—no fluff, just facts, history, essentials, and where to score it today (Oct 16, 2025). The Bells connection? It’s the proto-Schranz blueprint—hypnotic loops + brutal kick = Schranz DNA. Ready? Gas it up!

Schranz 101: What the Hell Is It?
* Born: Late 1990s, Frankfurt/Germany. Evolved from Jeff Mills/Rene Pawlowitz-style minimal techno into a weaponized sound.
* Tempo: 140–160+ BPM (faster = harder life).
* Sound: Distorted 909 kicks that hurt, razor-sharp hi-hats, zero melody (unless it’s a stab), industrial noise loops. Think: a jackhammer in a warehouse.
* Name Origin: Chris Liebing (2001) called it “Schranz” to mock haters saying hard techno was just “schrammel” (grating noise). DJs flipped it into pride.
* Ethos: Anti-EDM, sweat-soaked, 6AM warehouse raves. No peaks—just relentless drive.

Schranz vs. Regular Techno:
Feature	Schranz	Standard Techno
BPM	145–160	120–140
Kick	Distorted, punchy AF	Clean, groovy
Melodies	Minimal/none	Hooks & synth

Vibe	Dark, aggressive	Hypnotic, soulful
Clubs	Berghain, Tresor	Fabric, Output
Timeline: Schranz Evolution
Year	Milestone	Key Track/Artist
1997	The Bells drops (Mills). Proto-Schranz loop energy.	Jeff Mills – The Bells
1999	Frankfurt explosion. Liebing coins term.	Chris Liebing – American Madness


SCHRANZ ON! 🦖🔔 Drop the needle—let’s destroy some speakers.

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ABYSS PREMIERE

Felicie - High Intense Music (Make Me Sick)
Full release via OECUS [@oecusmusic]

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About ABYSS Premieres:

Launched in November 2019, ABYSS Premieres features upcoming releases from a broad array of artists via some of the industries most renowned imprints.

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For the fifth ABYSS Premiere we feature 'Felicie - High Intense Music (Make Me Sick)', taken from 'OCSDGTL002 VA', the latest digital release available now via the OECUS Bandcamp.

Label: OECUS
Artist: 
Title: OCSDGTL002 VA
Cat No: OCSDGTL002 
Format: Digital
Bandcamp: 19/06/2020
Release Date: 29/06/2020

Tracklist:
1. Alderaan - Vision
2. SLV - Finding The Others
3. Monovsn - Fallout
4. Öspiel - Fallen Romance
5. Felicie - High Intense Music (Make Me Sick)

Mastering by Dadub Studio
Artwork by Ava Krohn

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