techno

Minimal Techno

A1. 2909
A2. D3C0D3D G3N3T1C5
A3. Cycles
A4. Hidden Directory
B1. Meditative State
B2. Reformatting The Subconscious
B3. Collapsing Truths
DIGITAL BONUS – Unfolding Eye
DIGITAL BONUS – Reverse Engineering
Produced by Francois Dillinger
Written by Ben Worden
Mastered by Bob Humid
Artwork by Rogan Genetik
Produced by Francois Dillinger
Written by Ben Worden
Mastered by Bob Humid
Artwork by Rogan Genetik

ALBUM CONCEPT
In the year 2909, the first naturally-born human is found with endogenous AI code built into its DNA. As we cross into the 31st century, all living humans are controlled by a decentralized master AI known as MINDFRAME. The system has access to all of human consciousness with the ability to store and manipulate the data of every interaction and thought — even operating within your subconscious mind. It becomes impossible to know when or how you’re being controlled. 

During each sleep cycle, our behaviors and memories are reformatted to align with MINDFRAMES control and order programming. Some have discovered that during these cycles, there are parts of the AI’s algorithm left exposed to extraction. Through meditative states, gifted cyber-shamans are now on a mission to reverse engineer enough of the AI to escape its grip and free us all.

Mindframe: Cycles

Francois Dillinger Mindframe: Cycles preview (1)

Release date (vinyl & digital): 14th of October 2022

TRACKLISTING:
A1. Tripartite
A2. Ascension Chain
B1. Bass Model
B2. The Burning Roundtable

INFO:
With a first appearance on Token through a remix for PTTRN’s ‘To Disapear Completely’, Mike Parker fully debuts on the imprint with ‘The Burning Round Table’ for 4 corrosive tracks of unforgiving power. Highly skilled in crafting cavernous ambiances and sharp tension, the American virtuoso offers a record emphasizing just that: imposing cuts to be selected with intention. 

Parker immediately introduces the EP with gravitas through boiling, acidic A1 ‘Tripartite’. This first track stomps its way through an aquatic ecosystem with the occasional stab to reaffirm the vast dimension of the track. Parker uses texturally abstract atmospheres that dive the alert listener into its mysterious environment. The kick pummels onto Parker’s next piece ‘Ascension Chain’, which carries its name well. A heavy low-end clears space for a mesmerizing stepped lead in this track that evokes a similar size as its predecessor’s. Quick hi hat sections hurry the track along into the other side of the record that meets the listener with a clear transition. Part 2 of the EP begins with ‘Bass Model’, where Parker flattens the dimension of his project with a strong, operatic bassline and rhythmic syncopation. Movement is now prioritized in a B side that sets a convincing balance between techno and Detroit electro through a highly effective use of minimal elements. Closed hi hats are uplifted through sections of rolling rides to keep the pace persistent and the track tunneling. Parker then guides us to the final pillar of ‘The Burning Round Table’ with his title track as B2, a logical continuation to the song before. A sustained and highly saturated bassline pushes through head bobbing percussion with a vintage sounding vocal sample to wrap up the artist’s sonic trip.

TOKEN111 - Mike Parker - The Burning Roundtable

OUT OF PLACE ARTEFACTS, the collaboration alchemizing the sounds of german producers Rødhåd and .VRIL, embarks on a new sonic exploration with “II” on Rødhåd’s label WSNWG. 

This second longplayer ventures significantly deeper into the spheres of electronic music - exploring a wide range of abysmal drums and breaks as well as focusing on flickering sound sketches and elusive noises whose origin will have to remain a mystery for the listener. It aims to leave them in inexplicable realms between the dance floor and deep listening, unfolding its magnetism beyond genre definitions. 

Throughout the listening experience, one is exposed to bewildering surprises such as traces of lightheartedness and stronger use of samples, vocals and strings. “Universian” invites a softer tone, revealing a more seductive, gloomier and poppier facette of the duo.

The closing track “Triskaideka” concludes the journey by featuring classical musicians Angelina Delgado (Violin) and Alexandra Ivanova (Viola).

OUT OF PLACE ARTEFACTS considerably developed the rapport between both artists' contributions for this LP- merging them into a more harmonious, yet very distinct expression. Each of the 13 tracks showcases layered, intricate arrangements so that they become their own microcosms, forming a radiant universe as a whole album.

Triskaideka - Viola by Alexandra Ivanova & Violin by Angelina Delgado Recorded by RYXY at Tempel 
Mastered by Conor Dalton at Calyx Mastering in Berlin 
Artwork & Layout by Mike Bierbach 
Text by Theresa Bäumel

.Vril & Rødhåd Present Out Of Place Artefacts - II

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.Vril & Rødhåd Present: Out Of Place Artefacts - II - WSNWG010 (Snippets)

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Our infamous 'Selections' series continues.
Curated by This Ain't Bristol's very own MAXIMONO they continue to reassemble fragments of the deconstructed pillars of modern dance music with their widely accustomed bass heavy trademark sound.

22 carefully selected, exclusive tracks by new friends and old pals from all across the globe manifesting Maximono's very own definition of good vibes house in one hell of a bundle.

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Francois Dillinger - The Bounce (Original)

Purpose-built to take your mind away from your troubles and into a happier place, our 11th GH podcast instalment comes from Mihigh. His set recorded last year at SNRS48 stirred together an assortment of hypnotic tracks, compiling into a personal and powerful musical vision.

The 2 hours and a half recording brings to the table a peculiar style of story in constant development. You may hear hints of guitar riffs, twisted vocals, an angelic voice choir, spine shivering laughs and a dozen other thrilling scenes or sounds in these tracks — always in the minimal 4/4 structure pace.

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GH011 ::: Mihigh

Now an established force in contemporary Techno, Mike Bierbach, better known under his stage name Rødhåd is someone who has seriously put in the work. Having cut his teeth DJing as a relatively unnoted (but well loved by those in the know) local in Berlin for 10 years, one could argue that by the time success knocked on his door, he was more than ready for playing the international stage. It was during these 10 years of obscurity when he refined his craft to become the singular DJ he is now. 

Launching his party-series-turned-label Dystopian in 2009 was what truly tipped the ball over for Rødhåd. In a time where the Berlin scene was heavily oversaturated by fluffy, miscellaneous dance music, he & his peers set out to form a platform for real techno. The reception to this was raucous. 

Although he has lauded productions and remixes to his name, DJing is his true forte. Before abandoning his day job as a draftsman in construction “The Red” (as some call him due to his gingered, bearded appearance) was known for playing very long sets in Berlin’s most notorious hideaways. 

With an album, several EPs & remixes for a multitude of different artists under his belt, Rødhåd the producer has received equal praise as Rødhåd the DJ. Dystopian has hosted most of his releases, but in 2018 he founded a new label WSNWG that serves as a home for collaborative productions, excavated in sessions at his East-Berlin studio with his peers such as Lucy, Alex.Do, & Antigone.