Dylan Forbes
Studio mix

@dylanforbesirl

Release: 08.12.22
Artwork: instagram.com/jg3000

Nice Mix 002 – Dylan Forbes

A space-trip through old & new releases that tickle the brain in a particular way.

http://www.instagram.com/badgal.jeku

Jeku @ The Lot Radio 07-24-2023

co-piloting the tenth Voyage to Plantera are London-based digger-duo, 'The Oblong'. 

Tom and Ben first came into our awareness via their stella self-titled YouTube channel; a haven for sharing uncut gems to the growing masses.
Between extended sets displaying vinyl mastery & flirtatious snippets of silly production on socials, it's fair to say we were hooked by our virtual cahonies!!!

Now making ripples amidst dancefloors via their intimate London-based party series 'Splitloop'.

Sending Big Love to Tom and Ben for guiding us on this profound, effervescent expedition into uncharted auditory realms <3 <3

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"Forgotten by layers of ice and time; an ancient sound system re-awakens atop a frozen glacier. It starts to hum and soft sound soon morphs into a vast and pulsating beat. Music emanates from the towering monolith and Mother Nature takes note: snow melts and great shards of ice splinter and break away, allowing vegetation to climb through the gaps.

A lost traveller stands watching in disbelief. The blizzard clears and reveals a path through the glacial labyrinth. They move quickly, with hope of finding home rekindled. Eventually looking back at the ancient relic from a distance, as the music quietens and the new green world is returned to stillness."

- @the-oblong

010 | 'Glacier' by The Oblong

Apartment 54, fifth floor. Sveta is smoking on the open balcony, wrapped in an old puffer jacket. It's the typical timelessness of a weekend day when it's impossible to tell exactly what time it is. Children in snowsuits that make a «whoosh-whoosh» sound while walking are dragging a huge snow tubing somewhere, and a group of red-faced men, drinking on the bench in front of the building, just emptied another bottle of vodka. But Sveta isn't here — she's in Sochi twenty-something years ago. Blond-haired Sasha sees her off at the platform. He arrived ten minutes before departure: his eye is bruised («last night got into a fight with a guy from Tambov, nothing to worry about»), and he's holding flowers, plucked from a flowerbed. He promises to call. But it never happens. Where is he now? And on which balcony would she smoke, if he had called twenty-something years ago? If Sveta knew about the Sanguine’s mix for 5/8: radio, which helps distract from persistent thoughts about things that never happened, she would immediately turn it on. But she doesn't know

Sanguine

Sanguine - 5/8 Radio #231

Nova Retra, an Egyptian-Russian DJ, draws inspiration from her multicultural heritage, cultivating a distinctive identity that is both nostalgic and futuristic. Though the rising artist began her musical journey as a producer, her passion for classic dance records and vinyls led her to collect rare records from the 80s to the 00s, and ultimately into the world of vinyl DJing. She has since been creating music that re-envisions analog sounds in our digital age.

In solidarity with Palestine, Nova Retra created this exclusive set for Select 214. Over an hour and 10 minutes, Retra reflects on the Israeli atrocities that have been ravaging Palestine, with emotive sonic waves and distorted electronic beats that represent the destruction and distress we have been witnessing for over the past 100 days. Opening with a muffled scratchy Arabic voice note (as it was sampled from a news report on the radio), the set is made up of layers of futuristic and industrial sounds with occasional intersections of sirens and white noise, ending with an evocative symphony evoking a dystopian soundscape.

Select 214: Mixed by Nova Retra

A new mix by Franco Falsini, best known for co-founding with his brother the italian label Interactive Test in the 90s! Just a while ago the label came back with some new releases on their bandcamp. 

Enjoy!

For more music:
www.discoesencia.com

Franco Falsini Info:

@sensations-fix

https://www.discogs.com/label/3935-Interactive-Test

Esencia 072 - Franco Falsini

We fancy an occasional pinch of symbolism, so welcoming one of Bulgaria’s leading female artists this month is no coincidence at all.

Laylla Dane emerged from the blooming rave culture in the early 2000s, devoting herself to the dance floor and proving that dedication paves the path to recognition, no matter where you come from. Two decades later, fans and peers all across Europe respect her flawless mixing, well-crafted sets, and “quality over quantity” commitment.

As Laylla joins our podcast series, she not only aligns with our ethos but also unveils her most adventurous self. The mix begins as a bold observation of the melancholically peculiar corners of her collection. However, instead of digging further into the subconscious, she spares the troubled minds by throwing the listener to the floor and lifting the spirits naturally till the end as she finishes off with a dance.

This is Laylla Dane in her wildest, enjoy!

@laylladane

Escape Route Podcast: Laylla Dane

Tidal Essence: Marea

This year's final episode of Audio Forage features Emma Robertson, all the way from Berlin. We had a lovely, deep and reflective chat about her experiences interviewing music icons, from Donato Dozzy to Nelly Furtado. We also delve into the sacred art of interviewing, the importance of sharing stories, and the value of genuine curiosity in uncovering deeper truths.

Emma Robertson is a Canadian music journalist and editor based in Berlin, Germany. She is currently the executive editor of online pop culture magazine The Talks, as well as the creator and host of AIR, an interview podcast series featuring figures from electronic music and beyond. A regular contributor to publications like LOLA Magazine, Borshch Magazine, and the now-defunct RedBull Music Academy, you can also find her work on platforms like Resident Advisor, and Refuge Worldwide. 

We also end the episode with a beautiful, moving and groovy mix by Cash, who is the host of the monthly radio show "Another Thought" on Area 3000, where he explores the chiller side of his music taste, which includes lots of variety and eclectic music selections. Over the past decade, Cash has had some great opportunities performing at friends' events and contributing to various mix series. Highlights include creating a Space Cast mix for Bex and playing at the highly anticipated recent gig with Spincycle and Life World.

It has been a full circle moment, as Emma and Cash met at Waking Life in Portugal this year, and Cash was the reason why and how we found out about AIR podcast and Emma's incredible work. 

You can find out more about Emma and AIR podcast at https://soundcloud.com/airpodcast and IG @_airpodcast and Cash on SoundCloud at https://on.soundcloud.com/6ZRFx1ABRrdYcPqy6

Paris

Audio Forage w. Emma Robertson - Music Journalism & Guest mix by Cash

The recording of Central's magic set during our Sunday matinee at Doka in Amsterdam

Tidal Essence: Marea

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