immersive

2025

Transylvania X Interval - Live Set 2016
10:58 – Leafar Legov - Peace by Peace 
16:00 – Leafar Legov  - Force Majeure 
23:42 – Tale Of Us       - Afterlife Voyage 001 (intro)
27:08  - Leafar Legov - pure magic
32:00 – Leafar Legov - Our Love Is Strong 
37:00 – Leafar Legov - Your Vibe 
43:21 – Kettenkarussell - Walk With me 
52:37 – Kettenkarussell - Brueder

Leafar Legov - Live 2016

This week's Far Blue concept is crafted by the four friends of the UK-based collective and record label, Simpler Times. This one has been long in the making, and the final result is a truly special mix.

‘Reflections Of Things To Come’ is a carefully crafted hour long journey that showcases Simpler Times take on the Far Blue concept. It is inspired by the idea of reflecting on the past while dreaming of the future.

‘We wanted to do something special for this mix, so we decided to record a set made up of unreleased Simpler Times music. We’ve included some older unreleased stuff that has never seen the light of day before alongside some brand new music we produced especially for the mix. We wanted to combine the old with the new to mirror the concept of the mix.’

'What lies between memories and dreams?'

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@simplertimesuk

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A Far Blue concept by Simpler Times - 'Reflections Of Things To Come'

The next interpretation of Far Blue has been put together by Ben Kaczor. We have admired Ben's music for a long time now, so we're excited to be able to share his peception here. His music, a blend of atmospheric techno, vibrant house and cinematic soundscapes, inspires both introspective reflection and creative expression. His mix is a thoughtful selection of tracks that reflect his feelings when going with what feels right, instead of overthinking a process.

"This is the first mix I recorded in my new little flat, which is close to a beautiful wild garden. It's a one-take recording, which is always the magic key for me. I love to be in the moment and try not to overthink the process. thats why "no meaning, but feeling" is often important for me. You can hear some unreleased tunes by friends and records I bought recently during my travels. I found lots of good records at Yoyaku in Paris, Inverted Audio in London, Remoto Records in Hamburg and my favorite local shop, Plattphon Records in Basel."

Enjoy this one hour and ten minutes of Ben's perception of Far Blue.

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@benkaczor

Instagram.com/farblue_ 
Facebook.com/farblueconcept

A Far Blue concept by Ben Kaczor - 'No Meaning But Feeling'

This is the second time I've spent my birthday weekend playing a set at Heideglühen, and I don't think I could spend the very beginning of my 30s in a better place. I'm so happy and grateful to have this amazing opportunity to play at my favourite club in the world, a club that feels like home, where I'm loved and appreciated. 

This is a re-recorded set inspired by the music I played at Heide on the 2nd of November, it’s not a recording from a club. 

I love you all, 
Ela xx 

P.S - if it's nice, play it twice

inspired by what I played at heideglühen, 2 pm

Guest Mix #032 - Soela - HHV Records Radio

Armand Van Helden Vs Donna Giles - Armand Does Donna (Dave Bolton Bootleg 2024 Remake) (Clean).MP3

@soelaela in da house!

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Aterral Mix 103 - Soela

Our latest release comes from the talented Italian producer Brolpi.
This release marks the culmination of his years-long journey of exploration and hard work, striving to create a perfect balance between simplicity and emotion.
For Pirka, Brolpi achieves just that-each original track is meticulously crafted, blending deep emotion with a unique atmospheric depth, delivering a truly magical experience.
The EP is further enriched by two outstanding remixes. Romanian maestro Mihai Popoviciu transforms the track 'Nohlo' into a full-bodied, dub-driven masterpiece, while Mexican producer and DJ Irv.in infuses 'Versatile Nature' with an irresistible, captivating rhythm.
Original tracks have been mixed by https://soundcloud.com/leeburton.

👉 Brolpi:
☁️ SC: https://soundcloud.com/brolpi
📷 INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/brolpi_it/

👉 Mihai Popoviciu:
☁️ SC: https://soundcloud.com/mihai-popoviciu-1
📷 INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/mihai_popoviciu/?hl=en

👉 Irv.In:
☁️ SC: https://soundcloud.com/irvinmind
📷 INSTA: https://www.instagram.com/irv._in/

🛒 Buy

Brolpi - Per Aspera EP (Incl. Mihai Popoviciu & Irv.in Remixes) [PRK033]

Hey gang,

So it only took me four months to finally record but I got there in the end! 
My RIPPLE STUDIO54 mix where I had the pleasure of warming up for the Secretly Famous lads.

It was such a great night and as they say #betterlatethannever ❤️🎶❤️

I hope you enjoy  xx

B 

TRACKLIST:

1. Malou, Helsloot - It’s Alright
2. Somelee - Quicksilver (Original Mix)
3. Dee Montero - Life (Original Mix) 
4. Qrion - Ice Palace (Extended Remix) 
5. Qrion - Miyanosawa (Extended Remix)
6. Wassu - Made Up (Extended Mix)
7. Booka Shade - I Go, I Go (2023 Remix) 
8. Ary Sry - Lucid Water (Chambord Remix)
9. Sinca - Printemps (Original Mix)
10. Nik Thrine - Play (Newman (I Love) Remix)
11. Kaiyan - Never Felt Like This (Extended Remix)
12. Because of Art - Transient (Original Mix)
13. Nickon Faith - Ascension (Yeadon Remix) Extended Remix
14. Royksopp - Me&Youphoria (Mees Salome Remix)

RIPPLE 7TH BIRTHDAY - STUDIO54 MIX

Recorded on Sunday 23 February 2025

1. Mark De Clive-Lowe - Heart
2. Colonel Red - Thankful
3. Omar - This Thing Called Life (Instrumental)
4. Sabrina Malheiros - Maracatueira
5. Kaidi Tatham - So Happy
6. Vick Lavender - Beyond
7. Dan Piu - Obsession
8. Lem Springsteen feat. Vocalzbyjamelle - Let Go (Instrumental)
9. Lem Springsteen feat. Vocalzbyjamelle - Let Go (Vocal)
10. Lilac Jeans & Mojere feat. Shalati - Odyssey In Me
11. MoreSoul - Samba Praise
12. Colonel Red - Careful
13. Dav Risen & KG Sunset - Not By Might
14. Nathan Haines feat. Ruby - Night Moves (Crackazat Remix)
15. Patrick Gibin feat. Kaidi Tatham - Gear Up Rudi
16. WheelUp feat. Sio - Tepid
17. Ellis Aaron - Got It Bad (Sean McCabe Dub)
18. Osunlade - The Way U Left Me
19. Afronaut - Eye Will Not (Naut’s Original Demo-lition)
20. Diplomats Of Soul feat. Incognito - Sweet Power Your Embrace (Terry Hunter & Emmaculate Reprise)
21. Diplomats Of Soul feat. Incognito - Sweet Power Your Embrace (Terry Hunter & Emmaculate Remix)
22. Ben Westbeech feat. RAHH - Times Are Changing (Two Soul Fusion Extended Remix)
23. Far Out Monster Disco Orchestra - Black Sun (Joe Claussell’s Dub)
24. Wipe The Needle & Venuz Beats feat Shezar- We Shall Overcome (Frankie Feliciano Remix)
25. Coflo feat. Nimiwari - Visions
26. 24 Carat Bruk - Ghetto Step Brukt
27. Hitch 93 & Tombe - ST
28. Masterplan - Love Like This

Good Vibrations Mixshow with Sean McCabe - February 2025

An episode that feels well overdue yet thoroughly worth the wait! A titan of the Naarm underground music scene, Pjenné has been a kindred spirit and longtime pal since the early days of MDC, and it's no surprise that her contribution is packed full of gloriously deep and immersive feels, bassy and driving in parts and light as a feather in others, speaking to a palette that has been meticulously explored and continues to evolve along with her incredible weekly radio show on PBS, Passing Notes. 

@pjenne

Q. What sounds of feelings did you draw upon when gathering inspiration for this mix, and what listening environments could you imagine it being best enjoyed in?

A. For this mix, I wanted to channel the energy and sounds that I associate with Melbourne Deepcast rather than drawing on the darker side of my sound palette that has been at the fore of my radio and club sets of late. MDC means so many things to me, but there’s definitely an energetic, grooviness that comes to mind and this is what inspired the mix. Although the mix does showcase parts of me (heavily atmospheric, emotive and a few downtempo tracks for good measure), I’d say this is more of a mix for you. :) I imagine this mix being listened to outside, on a sunny day, but when you might also need a little extra pep in your step. 

Q. Are there any songs in the mix that are especially close to your heart, and what is it about these tracks that resonate with you so much?

A. The first that came to mind is a track by Sean Cusick and Medway (Jesse Skeens) - It is an incredibly beautiful and emotive breakbeat track from 2002 on Saw recordings, there’s just something about how the vocals and the pads wash over you - although its upbeat there's also a sombreness to it and I just think its the whole package. 

Towards the end of the mix there’s also a very very classic ambient trance number, Lazer Worshippers by Damon Wild & Tim Taylor from 1993 - Not the most deeply dug track but it's a classic for a reason.

Q. You have been lovingly broadcasting your weekly radio show Passing Notes on PBS for six years running, which is a serious achievement! Tell us what you did for your sixth anniversary on International Women's Day, and what keeps you inspired to broadcast the show week in week out?

A. It’s been a wild ride that’s for sure! I really appreciate that International Women’s Day marks each yearly anniversary of Passing Notes - it reminds me to stop and reflect on each year as an achievement that I would probably otherwise forget in the chaos of life. This year I enlisted the help of Syrian DJ and Harmony Rec affiliate Zeynep, who provided an excellent, playful and sassy celebratory guest mix. 

As for my inspiration to keep going, I’d say that I draw from the collective power of electronic artists locally as well as internationally. There’s just so much good music to share, and Passing Notes enables me to provide a crucial connection between ‘underground’ electronic music and the wider music community. I'm also inspired by live radio as a format - it provides a sanctuary for me from the highly curated nature of music today and allows me to be more playful in the way that I explore different sounds. To me it is a place free of judgement.

MDC.308 Pjenné

We are really excited to announce the first edition of our Simpler Times Mix series ‘David - A Long Way To Go’.

‘A Long Way To Go’ is a beautifully crafted hour long journey of original music from @davidmusicuk.

Simpler Times Mix 001
‘David - A Long Way To Go’
30.04.25

We hope you enjoy x

ST Bandcamp

Simpler Times Mix 001: David - A Long Way To Go

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MUTEK Live 161 - Leafar Legov

Leafar Legov | Live | 2017

First single from the latest audio/visual project, Yearning for the Infinite, Perpetual Motion was written for that moment at the end of the night when all the experiments and madness is over and we just need a nice warm chord sequence to send us home in a good mood. 

The name comes from its role in my new visual show, where it plays that same closing role in the story of humans “yearning for the infinite”. Set to drone footage of people in their endless pursuit of life in Mexico City, combined with epic scientific visualisations of different infinite structures. It’s all part of a project commission from the Barbican, which has spawned this new album and live visual experiment.

For tickets to the show, head to my site https://shop.maxcooper.net/tickets

And big thanks to Renick Bell for the "yearning for the infinite" human!

Yearning for the Infinite

Perpetual Motion

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leafar legov- live at studio r

Slow Life Podcast Series 004.2 - Indi Zone -

Simpler Times is a record label and collective made up of four close friends.
 


For bookings or enquires email:

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Upcoming events:

15.03.25 Simpler Times

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11-13th July, Funk In The Forest, Wales

https://ra.co/events/2086442