SEMCAST series // SEMCAST008 - Evasion & Conman // OUT NOW

Mat Ranson aka Focal Point, previously produced analogue IDM, hip-hop and techno under the Fisk Industries and Kwaidan aliases with releases on labels as Highpoint Lowlife (UK) and Mush (USA) and appearances on BBC Radio 1's and Resonance FM. After a hiatus, constant development of style brought him to the Focal Point project: an exploration of techno, industrial, rhythm and bass. In the third SEMCAST artist mix he showcases this signature sound - in various tempos but focused on a very certain, dark and gothic vibe and foreshadows his premiere on Soul Ex Machina, coming up at the end of this year.

@focalpointsound
www.instagram.com/focalpointsound

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SEMCAST003

SEMCAST003 - Focal Point

Soul Ex Machina proudly presents the first appearance of 2023 and also fourth installment of SEMCAST mix series focused on the label artists, featuring Czech Republic based producer with Slovakian origin - EchoBoy, who recently made some serious noise on labels like Moonshine Recordings, Solway Dub and Energy of Dub. Formerly known as part of digital reggae duo Riddim Tuffa as Adam Riddim Tuffa, with strong foundations in roots, reggae and dub music with its unique aesthetics, EchoBoy project is logical development of his style, heading deeper into the soundsystem sound and turning in dubstep influences with focus on current electronic music sound. It is a big pleasure to welcome EchoBoy on the Soul Ex Machina SEMCAST, showcasing one hundred percent personal production mix, which will be followed by his major release, appearing on the label in the following months.

@echoboydub
www.instagram.com/echoboy_dub
www.facebook.com/echoboydub

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SEMCAST004

SEMCAST004 - EchoBoy

Welcome to the fifth Soul Ex Machina SEMCAST! The second appearance of 2023 in the mix series focused on the label and affiliate artists, we have the great pleasure of featuring the core Soul Ex Machina member, Brno / Czech Republic based producer with Slovakian roots -  the one and only don Johney. On the occasion of his freshest release on the Soul Ex Machina, which appeared almost three years after his label debut, and series of releases on the likes of Deviant Audio, Shakhta records or the Coki´s label AWD. Johney is renowned for his wide musical knowledge and ability to combine elements into unseen variations, which he showcases in his current studio mix. Expect nothing less like journey of bass and rhythms full of groovy moodswings, music both "coming from" and inspirations of the artist. It is great to welcome Johney back on the label and already look forward to his future endeavors!

@johney
www.instagram.com/parringtonlevy
www.facebook.com/johneymusic

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SEMCAST005

SEMCAST005 - Johney

Soul Ex Machina is introducing the first 2024 highly anticipated studio mix of the SEMCAST series! Grey.scale is Mexico based artist with UK origin, running Dead Pest recordings and regularly appearing on London's Mode Radio. After his appearance on the Symbol LP compilation, this SEMCAST edition is set to debut his forthcoming first solo Soul Ex Machina release, coming as part of SEMXX series of limited lathe cuts. Offering a glimpse into the artist's creative process and musical influences, Grey.Scale's unique blend of wide inspirations into dubstep, creating signature sound where ethereal meets heavy low-frequency foundation. This studio mix serves as an exciting preview of what's to come - an exploration through sophisticated soundscapes, pulsating rhythms, and emotive ambiences that reflect Grey.scale's artistic vision and passion. SEMXX2 by Grey.scale is set to be announced soon!

@greyscale1989
www.instagram.com/dead_pest_records
www.facebook.com/greyscale1989

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SEMCAST006

SEMCAST006 - Grey.scale

PDCH is part of dj scene in Brno for over a decade now. Recently he's resident of club pul.pit and family member of alredy legenday Rakosi as regular dj, helper and dancer while also playing in clubs all over Brno and often also in Prague and other cities around. Pavel created his specific "whatever" approach to djing where he rarely prepares his material and rather leaves it for the magic of the moment. You can hear him spin tracks ranging from zero to around 140 bpm while keepin' it in various moods of house, techno, breaks, trance and what nots. For SEMCAST, exception has been made, carefully selected showcase of dnb/halftempo appreciation is what comes your way...

@pdch
linktr.ee/pdch_whatever

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SEMCAST007

SEMCAST007 - PDCH

The latest edition of the SEMCAST series comes courtesy of Evasion & Conman. Blending jungle, 140 jungle, breakbeat hardcore, and drum and bass, the mix cuts a sharp path through the duo’s own productions alongside a wide spectrum of influences, tracing the lineage of the UK underground while pushing into darker, futuristic territory. Packed with heavy percussion, rolling break edits, and atmospheric depth, the mix doesn’t just showcase where Evasion & Conman have come from — it hints at where they’re headed. Fans will catch glimpses of the energy and tension that define their upcoming “Clones” EP.

@jack-evasion-evo
@conmanuk

Mastered by @sayko

SEMCAST008

SEMCAST008 - Evasion & Conman

Independent collective

MUSIC FROM /// 2Nine / 7Kidz / Aeom / Afterlife / Amplituda / Artilect / Attempt / Cerise / Conman / Coza / CHCKMT / Daniel Weirdone / Delta / Dizztrickt / DRESSCODE / Dubtrax / EchoBoy / Ethics / Evasion / Evro / Focal Point / Foreseer / Fourstepper / Gred Lvov / Grey.scale / Histø / Huntu / Johney / King Joe / Kletis / Korode / Kybel / Koyatsu / Layers / Laytn / Loerig / MDGA Beats / Misology / Myca$h / Obskure / Ocze / Offish / Plisskin / Psyek / Razcals / Rich / Ruffie / Sayko / Seek.ID / Smegdubz / Stawy / St.Iff / Title / Vrama / Whisper Drive System / Wrong Dome / WZ