Two years after his debut album under the moniker Aboukir, Ralph Maruani returns with a new record titled “Change”. Fitting title for a record that was written and recorded during a period of great turmoil in his life. The intimacy of these songs are reflected in the music itself. 

Whereas Digital Introversion was floating in a sea of psychedelic infused echoes and reverb, Change is much more stripped down : tracks like 'Rolling On' or 'Last Monday' shows a different side to Aboukir’s music as it opens up to folk/country accents in a 1970s singer-songwriter vibe. But the sound of his first opus can be heardon the 8-minute Floydesque hazy jam "Release", "Awakening" and the upbeat opener "Alright".

The album was recorded between December 2022 and March 2023 in Paris, France almost entirely by Maruani except for the drums which were recorded by Louis McGuire in Berlin, Germany and pedal steel by Reggie Duncan in Mississippi, USA. 

All tracks written, performed & produced by Ralph Maruani
Vocals, guitar, bass, keys and other instruments played by Ralph Maruani
Drums played by Louis McGuire, recorded in Berlin at Popschutz Studio
Pedal Steel played by Reggie Duncan
Lyrics by Ralph Maruani
Mixed & mastered by Louis McGuire
Photography by Mathias Schmitt
Executive production & publishing by Rotary RM

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Aboukir - Change

Romain Poncet, widely known by his stage name Traumer, is a pivotal figure in the French electronic music scene. With a flourishing career rooted in clubs and international festivals, he has built a reputation for captivating sets and meticulous productions blending techno, house, and minimal sounds. Yet, behind the frenetic rhythms of the dance floor, another side of his artistic identity has been quietly evolving.

His latest album marks a daring departure: an introspective journey far removed from the raw energy of the clubs. Drawing inspiration from years immersed in music production and influences ranging from ambient to jazz, this project unfolds as a more narrative listening experience.

The genesis of this work is rooted in an intimate and collaborative story. During the COVID lockdown, Poncet, along with his close friends, retreated to the French countryside, where creative sparks began to fly. His friend Alex shared plans to open Datsha, a refined venue merging music and fine dining, and invited Poncet to compose its inaugural soundtrack. 

Over two and a half months, locked in the studio, he created nearly 60 tracks, culminating in a deeply personal and artistic collection, venturing into uncharted stylistic territory: jazz-infused trip-hop.

Sampled, written & produced by Romain Poncet
A tribute to my friends Amine Bentires & Alexandre Rapoud
Mastering: Louis McGuire
Cover photography: Margot de Rochefort
Executive producer & publisher: Rotary RM

Amine Laje - Datsha

Between electronic shadows and cinematic textures, this new album from QUENUM draws its influences from the likes of Massive Attack, Archive, and Burial. Started and produced in London, it reflects a change of time — both in the climate and within.

This project represents a personal and artistic turning point for QUENUM. He wanted to experiment with new ideas, not necessarily music for the club. The album was created in close collaboration with his son Zac, a talented musician who contributed both as a singer and instrumentalist on several tracks. They shared wonderful moments creating this album together.

He also worked hand in hand with his long-time friend Christophe Calpini, who played a key role in mixing and in developing the textures and atmospheres that shape the album’s sound. The result is an intimate, personal, and timeless journey, deeply rooted in the now.

Quenum elaborates: “The idea for my album was born during Covid in London, when concerts, museums, and social activities suddenly stopped. To cope, I started running daily and spending hours in the studio creating music. In our garden cabin I worked alongside my son Zac who was practicing piano, preparing for his entry into Trinity Laban Conservatoire. He listened to my tracks, and eventually contributed vocals with his ex-partner on two songs, ‘Blue Sky’ and ‘Never Like Before’. The album’s dark atmosphere reflects that period. Once it was complete, I asked my longtime friend Christophe Calpini to handle arrangements and mixing.”

A true pioneer of electronic music, QUENUM has been shaping the global techno and house scene for over two decades. One of his most celebrated tracks, “Orange Mistake”, co-produced with Luciano in 2001, became a turning point in his career. The success of this collaboration led them to launch the legendary Cadenza label, which rapidly grew into one of the most recognisable and respected imprints in the scene, known for its vital releases and unforgettable parties worldwide.

Over the years, QUENUM has continued to explore new creative paths and refine his artistic identity, constantly reinventing his sound while maintaining his unique musical signature. His insatiable curiosity and openness to new influences have kept him consistently in demand, from intimate underground venues to the world’s most respected festivals and clubs. 

Credits:
All tracks written & produced by Quenum Kouakou Philippe
Vocals by Sophie Robin on "Blue Sky" and "Never Like Before"
Vocals & keyboards by Zachary Quenum Wolf on on "Blue Sky" and "Never Like Before"
Vocals by kamaumeetsworld on The World Hurts
Mixed & Arranged by Christophe Calpini
Mastered by Louis McGuire in Berlin
Cover Artwork by Harry Boeki & Darween
Photography by Stephane Van Hove
Executive production & publishing by Rotary RM

Acknowledgments:
To my family, friends, and everyone who supported this project.

Special thanks to:
My sons Zac & Noam Quenum, kamaumeetsworld, all my nephews, nieces, brothers & sisters, sisters-in-law & brothers-in-law, Sandra Wolf, Goswing Schwendinger, Dachsund, my wife Olivia Kouakou Quenum, Mikolaï and the entire Rotary Team.

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Quenum - Change Time

Rouge Bleu

Dr McGuire

First single taken from jazz septet 3ZVO debut album "One", out in June 2022 on Rotary Phono Lab.

3ZVO is a a Berlin-based jazz collective led by musician & composer Andrej Ugoljew.

Follow 3ZVO :
https://3zvo.com/
https://www.instagram.com/3zvo_music/

Pre-order LP: 
https://rotaryphonolab.bandcamp.com/album/one

Credits:
Bariton Saxophone: Bastian Duncker
Violin & Synth: Johanna Burnheart
Trombone & Keys: Andrej Ugoljew
Guitar: Keisuke Matsuno
Percussions: Max Klaas
Bass: Thomas Stieger
Drums: Hanno Stick

Written by Andrej Ugoljew
Recorded in 2018 at Snake Studios Berlin
Mixed by Alexander Binder
Mastered at Zodiaque Studio
Cover artwork by Tamas Twardy
Photography by Marc Hagen Möller
Distributed by Bigwax Distribution
Published by Rotary RM

Easy Does It

Changes

Bourbon Bay

Croz

Rolling On

Release

Alright

Catchy melodies are gleaming through a colourful cloud of sounds and spheres, constantly driven by extensive grooves.

Andrej Ugoljew & his 3ZVO crew carry along and invite you into an energized world between hip-hop, afro funk and a nu jazz aesthetic,
containing a lot of nodding and little pathos.

The music floats. It is modern, fresh and astonishingly free of clichés.
Cinematic trip jazz!

Bariton Saxophone: Bastian Duncker
Violin & Synth: Johanna Burnheart
Trombone & Keys: Andrej Ugoljew
Guitar: Keisuke Matsuno
Percussions: Max Klaas
Bass: Thomas Stieger
Drums: Hanno Stick

All tracks written by Andrej Ugoljew
Except “Morning” written by Yusef Lateef
Recorded in 2018 at Snake Studios Berlin
Mixed by Alexander Binder
Mastered at Zodiaque Studio
Cover artwork by Tamas Twardy
Photography by Marc Hagen Möller
Label: Rotary Phono Lab
Distributed by Bigwax Distribution
Published by Rotary RM

Ballad From The East

Morning

Terre Battue

Dunkelgold

Blue Doc

Romain Poncet, widely known by his stage name Traumer, is a pivotal figure in the French electronic music scene. With a flourishing career rooted in clubs and international festivals, he has built a reputation for captivating sets and meticulous productions blending techno, house, and minimal sounds. Yet, behind the frenetic rhythms of the dance floor, another side of his artistic identity has been quietly evolving.

His latest album marks a daring departure: an introspective journey far removed from the raw energy of the clubs. Drawing inspiration from years immersed in music production and influences ranging from ambient to jazz, this project unfolds as a more narrative listening experience.

The genesis of this work is rooted in an intimate and collaborative story. During the COVID lockdown, Poncet, along with his close friends, retreated to the French countryside, where creative sparks began to fly. His friend Alex shared plans to open Datsha, a refined venue merging music and fine dining, and invited Poncet to compose its inaugural soundtrack. 

Over two and a half months, locked in the studio, he created nearly 60 tracks, culminating in a deeply personal and artistic collection, venturing into uncharted stylistic territory: jazz-infused trip-hop.

Credits
Sampled, written and produced by Romain Poncet
Mastered by Louis McGuire in Berlin
Cover photography: Margot de Rochefort
Executive producer & publisher: Rotary RM

Amine Laje - Datsha (Full LP preview)

« Petit Cat » is the captivating first single from Amine Laje’s upcoming album « Datsha ».

Amine Laje is the latest project from French producer and electronic music innovator Traumer (aka Romain Poncet).

The 'Datsha' LP is a curated collection of 11 tracks, handpicked from hundreds crafted during a creative surge in 2020 to bring life to the unique ambiance of Datsha Underground, a beloved Parisian hideaway. The result is a deeply atmospheric, jazz-tinged trip-hop journey that recalls the vibes of artists like Gramatik and Nightmares on Wax, as well as Mark Farina's iconic Mushroom Jazz series.

Sampled, written and produced by Romain Poncet
Mastered by Louis McGuire in Berlin
Cover photography: Margot de Rochefort
Executive producer & publisher: Rotary RM


Amine Laje - Petit Cat

Ridin Smoothly is the second single from Traumer's upcoming album under his Amine Laje moniker, and it’s here to keep you moving. With its groovy Rhodes keys, infectious guitar riffs, and an uptempo vibe, this track is a perfect companion for the open road or a breezy bike ride through your favorite path. True to the album’s exploration of jazz-infused, trip-hop influences, "Ridin Smoothly" seamlessly blends laid-back sophistication with an undeniable groove.

Sampled, written and produced by Romain Poncet
Mastered by Louis McGuire in Berlin
Cover photography: Margot de Rochefort
Executive producer & publisher: Rotary RM

Amine Laje - Ridin Smoothly

Amine Laje - Live Me Now

Amine Laje - Southern South

Amine Laje - Further Happiness

Amine Laje - Roucous

Amine Laje - Mimosa

Amine Laje - Love 4 Em

Amine Laje - Enchanté

Amine Laje - 60th

Amine Laje - Little Bird Wants To Fly

Change Time is the first single taken from Quenum's eponymous forthcoming album. 
Between electronic shadows and cinematic textures, this new album from Quenum draws its influences from the likes of Massive Attack, Archive, and Burial. Started and produced in London, it reflects a change of time — both in the climate and within.

Written & produced by Quenum Kouakou Philippe
Mixed & Arranged by Christophe Calpini
Mastered by Louis McGuire in Berlin
Cover Artwork by Harry Boeki & Darween

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Following the first single Change Time, QUENUM unveils “Never Like Before”, the second glimpse of his upcoming album. Sung by Sophie Robin with Zac Wolf on backing vocals and keys, the track is a cinematic, empowering anthem. Its bold, feminist lyrics celebrate freedom, self-expression, and breaking barriers, wrapped in lush electronic textures.

Written & produced by Quenum Kouakou Philippe
Vocals by Sophie Robin
Vocals & keyboards by Zachary Quenum Wolf 
Mixed & Arranged by Christophe Calpini
Mastered by Louis McGuire in Berlin
Cover Artwork by Harry Boeki & Darween
Executive production & publishing by Rotary RM

Change Time

Never Like Before

Quenum - Never Like Before

Quenum - I Still Dream

Quenum - Cinematic Kaos

Quenum - Blue Sky

Quenum - The World Hurts

Quenum - Made Voice

Quenum - I Can't Stay Now

Quenum - Always Close To You

Quenum - It's Like Waking Up

Quenum - I Love My Garden

"La Vita Non E Un Film" is the first studio album produced by multi-instrumentalist Rouge Mécanique under his real name : Romain Azzaro.  Conceived as the soundtrack of an imaginary film, this collection of music pieces composed between 2007 and 2020 presents his very own interpretation of rock, blues, classical, ambient and electronic music.

The story begins with « Vvoid », composed on a rainy night with Myako in Berlin, a powerful & cinematic track. Then, his alter ego Rouge Mécanique takes over with « Prelude », « Channel 5 » and « Who Knows About This one » showing his signature style of electro-fueled rock. In the middle of this journey, tracks like « Crewhassan », « Cousu De Fil Blanc » and « Ballet Jelinox » show the more experimental side of his music, and work produced for film scores.  This leads us to the 12-minute jam «  Above Space 35 », a trippy tribute to the Krautrock scene he loves, and sounds like a lost recording of Pink Floyd’s bluesiest inspirations. The story ends on a more nostalgic note,  with the soft groove of « Sea Sex & Salt » and the gorgeous acoustic guitar solo on « Green Line ».

Pre-order album: https://bit.ly/3i1t6fm
Album trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9OZ2KaUnRr4
Out September 25th on 2x12" vinyl & digital stores.

Credits:
All tracks written & produced by Romain Azzaro.
Except "Vvoid" with Myako and "Above Space 35" with Jason Bakker.
Guitar, drums & keyboards performed by Romain Azzaro.
"Who Knows About This One?" contains a sample from Stebeni's Theme by African Head Charge.

Mastered by Stefan Betke at Scape Mastering, Berlin
Cover Picture by Camille Bokhobza
Design by Louis Vignat
Executive Producer : Rotary Phono Lab
Published by Rotary RM
Distributed by Bigwax Distribution

La Vita Non E Un Film

B1. Who Knows About This One?

A2. Prelude

A1. Vvoid (feat. Myako)

Digital Introversion

A3 - George's Lament

A1 - Digital Introversion

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