Die vier Münsteraner sind definitiv musikalische Langstreckenläufer – seit fast 20 Jahren widmen sie sich der instrumentalen Form jamaikanischer Musik. Reggae – Jazz – Dub: Die drei Begriffe stecken nach wie vor den Rahmen ab, in dem sich der Sound der Allstars verändert und weiterentwickelt hat.
Ein Eckpunkt dieser musikalischen Evolution war das 2011 erschienene Album „In Dub“. Wie könnte man Tracks, die von Dub-Mixern aus aller Welt veredelt wurden, zu viert auf der Bühne umsetzen? Die Antwort der Senior Allstars ist seitdem ein kollektiver und improvisierter Dub, bei dem jeder Musiker – ausgestattet mit Hall-, Echo- und anderen Effekten – selbst den Dub steuert. Diese Herangehensweise nahmen die vier mit ins Studio, das Album „What Next?“ entstand 2012 sozusagen als live eingespieltes Studiokonzert. Es folgten die Projekte „Verbalized & Dubbed“ (2014) sowie das für das Hamburger Echo Beach Label eingespielte „Dub From Jamdown“ (2015), die den eingeschlagenen Weg eindrucksvoll dokumentieren.
2017 ist es wieder Zeit für ein originäres Senior Allstars-Album, mit frischen Kompositionen, arrangiert und eingespielt in der mittlerweile unverwechselbar dubbigen und improvisatorischen Weise des Quartetts. „Elated“ setzt wie die Vorgänger auf den klaren 4er-Sound der Senior Allstars. Es ist dabei nicht so dogmatisch wie „What Next?“, bleibt aber doch immer „Band“. Pur, aber nicht puristisch.
Kompositorisch und spielerisch ist auch „Elated“ tief verwurzelt im Reggae der 70er Jahre. The Senior Allstars können erstaunlich authentisch klingen. Man darf hören, was sie selber mögen und wer sie inspiriert. Sie bleiben jedoch nie dort stehen, wo es um das Reproduzieren von Vorbildern geht: Die Band geht in Komposition, Zusammenspiel und Sound einen Schritt weiter und kreiert ihren persönlichen kontinental-europäischen Dub-Reggae-Style.
Zur guten Tradition der Senior Allstars ist es offensichtlich geworden, auf jedem Album genau eine Coverversion zu spielen. Waren dies früher schon einmal Coltrane, Burrell oder Monk, so ist wie bereits auf „What Next?“ eine Komposition von Rico Rodriguez zu hören. Der jamaikanische Posaunist, Wegbereiter des instrumentalen Reggae, verstarb vor einem Jahr. Anlass für die Senior Allstars, eine dubbig-reduzierte Version von „Gunga Din“ aufzunehmen und Rico darüber hinaus das gesamte Album zu
widmen. Alle weiteren Kompositionen stammen auch diesmal wieder von Gitarrist Markus Dassmann. Titel wie der Opener „Help The People“, „Spirit“ oder das leicht sperrige „Pale Light“ unterstreichen den roots-orientierten Ansatz der Senior Allstars, mit starken Basslines und echten Melodien. Tracks wie „Across The Water“ oder „Brixton Strut“ verweisen vielleicht auf die große Zeit des britischen Ska/Reggae-Revivals oder
den großartigen Beitrag von Linton Kwesi Johnson und Dennis Bovell.
Die Grundstimmung der Songs bedient keineswegs das nervige Sunshine–Reggae-Klischee, ist jedoch auch weit entfernt von depressiver Weltschmerzmusik. Stattdessen stehen die Stücke für eine hoffnungsvoll-melancholische Grundhaltung, die nachdenklich ist und immer positiv bleibt. „Elated“ ist ein Album voller Groove, Atmosphäre und Spielfreude - begeistert und begeisternd.
Was noch? Zu „Elated“ gibt es das Schwester- bzw. Dub-Album "Related", das sich weiter mit dem hier vorgelegten Material beschäftigt. Seltsam, aber so steht es geschrieben...

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ABOUT
Alex O’Rion has become one of the most respected and consistent artists in modern progressive house, renowned for his distinctive, melodic sound and innovative approach to production. With over 100,000 monthly listeners across major streaming platforms, Alex has built a loyal global following that continues to grow year after year.

He is an established presence on stages worldwide, having performed extensively across Europe as well as in Argentina, Colombia, Australia, New Zealand, India, Korea, and the USA. His touring schedule has included major festivals in Croatia, multi-city tours in Argentina, and shows across Asia and North America, all reflecting his reputation for immersive, storytelling DJ sets that resonate deeply with audiences.

MUSIC
Alex’s journey has seen him release on some of the most respected labels in progressive house, including Lost & Found, Anjunadeep, Sudbeat, Meanwhile, and his own Solis Records. Over the years, he has proven himself a consistent force in the scene, known for quality, emotionally charged productions that have earned a lasting place in the playlists of DJs and fans alike.

SOLIS RECORDS
Beyond his own productions, Alex has invested deeply in growing the genre through Solis Records, his own label known for quality, consistency, and a clear vision of melodic, hypnotic progressive house. Solis has become a trusted platform for both established and emerging artists, demonstrating Alex’s commitment to nurturing the sound he loves.

SOLARIS BOOKINGS
In 2025, Alex expanded his vision further by launching Solaris Bookings, an agency focused on working with artists who share the same passion for progressive house. Solaris aims to offer a professional home for like-minded talent from around the world, providing support and collaboration opportunities while contributing to the continued growth and diversity of the scene.

Whether behind the decks, in the studio, or building his label and agency, Alex O’Rion continues to push the sound of contemporary progressive house forward with passion and precision, promising many more musical journeys to come.

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Round Triangle was founded in autumn of 2010. The label is focused on the quality progressive house/trance/breaks music from artists all over the world.

Our releases are available on recognized leading electronic music digital store Beatport as well as on Spotify, iTunes, JunoDownload, Amazon, Deezer, Tidal, and other known platforms.
 
Label's e-mail address for sending the demos, licensing requests and any other questions/offers: roundtriangle3@gmail.com
We also accept demos here via SoundCloud.

Label's radioshow: 
- "Round Triangle podcast" w/ Nikolay Mikryukov
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Every 3rd Monday of the month
GMT: 20.00-21.00
CET: 21.00-22.00
on Digitally Imported Radio
di.fm/shows/round-triangle-podcast

Bill Vega has been involved with Dance music since 1991. He has produced & DJ’d under many different guises in an array of genres and has a long history with pirate radio. For over 25 years he has been active in the evolving scenes of Hardcore, Drum & Bass, Breaks and House music. By 1990 Hardcore had evolved from the Acid House scene. Breakbeats were taking over the UK raves and this set a small group of friends from Romford (Essex) on their way to pirate radio, raves and record labels. At just 15 years old they taught themselves to mix on shoddy bedroom set ups which soon progressed to producing. In 1991 the label ‘Out Of Romford’ was launched by fellow producer ‘New Decade’. The label went on to supply major releases in rave history with its biggest being the anthemic ‘Get The Message’ by New Decade. It was also responsible for signing early tracks by Andy C & Ant Miles as ‘Desired State’, giving them a platform to start the legendary ‘RAM Records’. Pirate radio at this time had exploded in London and by 1993 they had brought Hardcore to the airwaves of Essex via their own stations ‘Shakedown FM’ & ‘Conflict FM’. Their radio involvement continued throughout the whole of the 90’s as Hardcore evolved into Drum & Bass. Bill Vega (as DJ Infinity) launched his productions on Out Of Romford Records in 1993, gaining support from top flight DJ’s such as LTJ Bukem. He also worked alongside Ant Miles (Origin Unknown) and DJ Freedom releasing Drum & Bass on RAM’s sister label, ‘Liftin’ Spirit Records’. When one of the group ‘Flatliner’ signed to RAM in ‘94 they secured a show on one of London’s infamous radio stations of the 90’s, ‘Weekend Rush’. It wasn’t long before their graveyard shifts progressed to prime time Sunday nights on Rush FM during arguably the best year for Jungle/Drum & Bass, 1995. By the end of 1996 Drum & Bass was changing rapidly. As the breakbeats faded from D&B so did Bill's passion for it. House music became a new priority for Bill Vega whilst keeping the ever popular sound of ‘91/’92 Hardcore alive. Alongside his original friends they re-launched Shakedown FM in 1997 and promoted their own ‘Hardcore Revival’ raves, held a residency with Oldskool promoters ‘Raindance’ and presented additional shows on London’s ‘Eruption FM’ and Essex's 'Klass FM'. After a run of shows on London’s ‘Passion FM’, Bill Vega was back in the studio with New Decade to start their ‘Nuskool Breaks’ productions. Their first track in this genre ‘Mind Beats’ was signed to ED209’s ‘Wireframe’ label which launched them into this emerging scene. They soon found themselves being an established act as they churned out releases and remixes whilst playing regular club nights & festivals in the UK, Spain and across Europe. In 2003 they set up their own Breaks label ‘Full Intent’ and were asked to appear on the Annie Nightingale show on BBC Radio 1. Their tracks featured heavily during breakbeat shows on Kiss FM as they remained at the forefront of this underground but global genre where oldskool influences became their trademark sound. The label ran until their signing to ‘Bassrock Records’ in 2004 where they continued a busy release, remix & DJ schedule with a brief return to D&B shortly after. With well over 100 releases between them since 1991 they have made a significant mark on the ever evolving genres of electronic music. In 2016 Bill Vega & David James joined London's biggest House radio station 'Select'. Tech House, Techno, Deep House & Nu Disco were the sounds of their Sunday night show for well over a year. 2018 and beyond brings a new project from Bill Vega. 'The Hardcore Archives' is a video mix series showcasing the entirety of his Oldskool Hardcore collection from 1991 to 1993.
Catch all the live vinyl video mixes via youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrEJi86PdVlyouwAD0LTitw

His first steps in music were characterized by the various influences of techno, pop and electro, showing his musical qualities in discos and clubs of Buenos Aires. There, he began to be influenced by house music and, after a period of evolution in their musical style, decided to emigrate to Barcelona in early 1999 in search of new experiences. Slowly, he began to gain a foothold within the nightlife scene.
But is in 2005 when he becomes in a noticeable artist when he is signed by, perhaps, the most important promotion company in Europe: Matinée Group. At the same time, he began working on "12 Music Bcn”. The largest vynil shop for djs in Spain at the time. This is where musical culture begins to emphasize more and goes on to become a real topic of music "club" of Spain.
His sets, full of a careful selection of modern and energetic dancing rhythms, have been heard by audiences in many different cities of all over the world! Starting in 2008 and taking as reference their usual sessions at “Dboy,” “La Madame”, “Dmix” and “Dclub” belonging to Matinée Group, was to expand professionally to many renowned clubs like Pacha (Barcelona & Dubai), City Hall (Barcelona), Theatron (Bogota), Barbarella Club and BOBO (Milano), Mix (Paris), Mix Club (Budapest), Space (Ibiza & Barcelona), Amnesia (Ibiza), ARMA and Discoteque (Moscow), Le Klub (Nice), Chic de Luxe (Roses), Take Five (Salzburg & Kitzbühel), Mix (Paris), La Rocca (Belgium), Qüeen (Paris), Club Latte (Beijing), Muse (Shanghai) and M2 (Shanghai ), The Week (Sao Paulo), Ministry of Sound (London) among others.
Today he is an active part of the world most famous gay event “Circuit Festival” and  “Devotion”, not forgetting the multitudinous events “Matinée Summer Festival” & “La Leche”.
Currently, he is writing a new episode of his career as a music producer with the acclaimed producer and dj Taito Tikaro.

Saafi Brothers walk a deep line between trippy vibes and blissed out beats. The origins of Saafi Brothers are long and storied, their brand of smoky, world-weary ambientdub first arising from the Blue Room label. They are formed in the spirit of chillout & dub, and they have a mystical connection when placing with their audience into higher spheres.

Soul wrenching deep ambient tunes are layered gently into tranced and bassy beats. Saafi Brothers' debut 'Mystic Cigarettes' came out in 1997 on the british label Blue Room Released. With the today classic psydub album, the project consisting of Frankfurt/Germany based producers Gabriel Le Mar, Groovetitan and Michael Kohlbecker, immediately placed itself among the artists of the electronic ambient scene. 
 
The Saafis delivered their second longplayer on BlueRoom, 'Midnight’s Children'. The album represented a perfect demonstration of the Saafi-style made up of the will to experiment and get deep into low-down dub and beats, that get the tunes rocking.

Their third album 'Liquid Beach' followed that way even with more danceable elements and boasting a soundtrack of trance, dub, downtempo, dance and sun-kissed psychedelics.

They were part of the cultstatus titled german TV-show SpaceNight and are asked for remixes for other artists, among them are reggae legend Bob Marley, leading german hip hop group Die Fantastischen Vier or british new wave poetress Anne Clark. 

With their album 'Supernatural' the brothers made a strong musical relationship and combines electronic sounds from ambient to dub with lucid soundscapes and blissful themes.

Originally released digitally on Iboga Records/DK in 2014, 'Live on the Roadblog' is the 5th full-length by Saafi Brothers. Sleepless-faced on music Saafi Brothers digged deep into a series of "live recording sessions", rediscovering the emotional depth of "real-time created music" after a couple of live shows that fueled the idea of creating an entirely live recorded album. The CD includes a gorgeous 8-page "travelogue"-style booklet designed by Simon Ghahary, released on Carpe Sonum Novum/UK.


'The Quality of Being One' goes deep into soul turning ambient-dub and adds drum thrills that get the tunes rocking. The secret of their "danceable speed" in ambient tracks is a higher density of their unique ambient-electro sounds and rhythms to experience feelings through their deeply emotive music. Starting with deep intros and then merging atmospheric filterworks into dubbish beats for the floor that can be specially experienced in their live performances.

Saafi Brothers are delighted to present the remix album of Mystic Cigarettes on Youth's Liquid Sound Design label.
With remixes by Youth, Gabriel Le Mar, Ajja, Bluetech, Braincell, DM-Theory, Eternal Basement, Jam El Mar, The Irresistible Force, The Delta, Kalumet, Koan, Jammin Unit, Living Light, Cosmic Orient, Backstage Gurus, JOEY, Latin Soldier, Thunder & Lightning and PsyTechProject. 


Make Pictures With The Sound (CD)
Out on Liquid Sound Design/UK

The release title is inspired by a quote from legendary British music producer John Leckie, whose voice guides us into the album on opening track Beautiful Satellite. With Make Pictures With The Sound Saafi Brothers do just that; make pictures with the sound, taking us on a breathtaking journey through their universe of sound, spiralling out from their deep roots in the Psychedelic Dub genre.

Keeping alive Saafi Brothers reputation for chilled out eclecticism, the musical and emotional range for which they are renowned is very much in evidence here. From the rainforest tinged Dub Funk of Ritualized Space, through the epic deep Techno Sci-Fi soundscape of In Far Away Places to the wigged out Acid House of The Possibility of Change the album has much to offer for any connaisseur of contemporary Electronica.


A Reaxed Blur' (CD and Vinyl)
Out on Liquid Sound Design/UK

In these shaky times A Relaxed Blur invites you to take deep breath in and switch to positive vibes. Dive into a world of soundscapes, where deep space reverbs and expansive echoes float freely. Drawing from a blend of Dub, Psychill, and psychedelic electronic textures, the album guides you through atmospheric journeys. Each track drifts between the tranquil and the transcendental, blurring the line between relaxation and introspection. 

LIVE
Saafi Brothers played with deeply twisted vocals, percussion and dubby pumping rhythms at festivals like Ozora/HU, Hadra/FR, Sziget/HU, Tribal Gathering/UK, Mjaft/AL, Roskilde/DK, Arvika Festival/SW, Vision/CH, New Healing/G or Summer Jam/G and has been guest in many clubs.

https://www.le-mar.de/projects/saafi-brothers/

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Luigi Poggiani aka Siwell, born in Rome and immediately showed a deep interest for music.
As a teenager he investigated various means of production using, sequencer, keyboards and devices midi, which launched him in the world of musical productions.
In November 2006 came Siwell's first release while external collaborations and remixes followed like “Man With The Red Face” by Mark Knight and Funkagenda just to name one, remix that signing in 2008 the beginning of the collaboration with Toolroom Records until today. 
Not content though Luigi forged ahead releasing his debut artist album "Not So Minimal" on Sphera Records, label which he set up on 2008 and has had huge support with releases of the best international artists.
Actually, Siwell is one of the most active dj-producers on the Tech House scene with more than 150 official releases behind. 
In more than 15 years of DJ career he had the pleasure to perform all around the world from Europe to USA and South America in some of the most important clubs and festivals like at Space, Pachà, Ministry Of Sound, Soul Tech Festival, Cavo Paradiso, Bora Bora, ADE and Miami WMC official events just to name a few. 
In his previous years he has signed tracks on Toolroom Records, Stereo Productions, Axtone Sony Music etc. and collaborations and remixes for the most important artists such like Chus, Mihalis Safras, Mark Knight, Sebastien Leger, Butch, Umek, Roger Sanchez and many others.
Constantly evolving, In 2020 Siwell has started a new project, his new label "Tropica Recods" focused on tech house and house music, label that reached already great achievements on the global charts.

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