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trippy groovy techhouse, ambient , electro, techno & leftfield, vol. 12

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Melbourne-based label Sleeper Tape presents an hour of deftly-woven oddities from across time and space. Excursions into the obscure with a darkside edge.

https://www.nts.live/shows/guests/episodes/sleeper-tape-1st-april-2023

Sleeper Tape 010423

The ST wheelers & dealers returned to Netil Radio on 21/09/23. Expect old folk favourites, sentimental ballads, smut-caked house, sideways speedballs, medieval chant music and bits for staring out of train windows to.

TRACKLIST:
KWC 92 - NR 4
99LETTERS - OWARANAI OSAKA
DEVON ROESCH - PAINT ME LIKE ONE OF YOUR EAR-LESS FRENCH GIRLS (Y)
DE FABRIEK - UNTITLED (INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP)
PROCESS - UNTITLED (FATCAT)
MEROPE - EI DVIPA
PAVEL MILYAKOV - STRONG WILLED
VALIUM AGGELEIN - V
ANDREW PEKLER - UNDERWATER NOCTURNE
E+ - BETHSAIDA
DJ SPOOKY - MUZIQUE PSYCHOTIQUE
DEAN BLUNT - 9
DIGGE SHIM - ORA PRO NOBIS
RAT HEART ENSEMBLE - ALL FALL DOWN
FELT - CANDLES IN A CHURCH
SMASHARELLI - DANCE SPEZIAL
MOVIETONE - PORTHCURNO
THE MOLE - HIPPY PARADE
DRESVN - B1 (ACIDO 14)
KONSTRUKTIVISTS - NEW YORK (REMIX)
TEREKKE - DAMN
KASSEM MOSSE - UNTITLED B1 (WORKSHOP 12)
LEMMI ASH - LEMMI ASH THEME
SILICON SCALLY (CARL FINLOW) - PACE
XY0815 - END OF YOUR ORBIT
VLADISLAV DELAY - RECOVERY IDEA (MIKE HUCKABY SYNTH REMIX)
HAUKE FREER - WE MUST FACE OUR FEARS 
ULTRA-RED - A16
ROMSETS - FAULTYS
TERRENCE DIXON - UNCONDITIONAL LOVE
DJ TRYSTERO - GUTTER
DJ RESIDUE - HAND-CRAFTED AMONG THE STARS
CENTRALIZED MUSIC DISTRIBUTION CLUB - DO SI DOS
SKEE MASK - SERUM (REVIVE)
JOSIAH STEINBRICK - MOONGLOW
AFRICAN-AMERICAN SOUND RECORDINGS - TABOO
DEADHARRIE - CONSEQUENCE
MIAUX - HULLABALOO
UNKNOWN - GUTS’ THEME (ST DEGRADE)

Sleeper Tape For Netil Radio [21.09.23]

For the next interpretation of Far Blue, we have Belgium's Kim Kenis who has carefully weaved together a selection of tracks that represents a more clubby perspective of the concept. Recollecting dance moves. The podcast was made so you could move, as the set was recorded on Kim's home setup when she came back from a night out in Amsterdam. The mood was there, the flow as well. 

We are very much looking forward to having Kim and her flow over on the 24th of May for Pintai x Far Blue at Borisov, but for now we'll be enjoying this glimpse of what's to come.

'Never stop moving'

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@kimkenis

Instagram.com/farblue_ 
Facebook.com/farblueconcept

A Far Blue concept by Kim Kenis - 'Philosophic Paraphrases'

Luzerna’s close friend, Sabrina experienced life abroad in Paris, Toronto and Berlin, where she roamed the dancefloors for looong parties. 🌙

Always keeping Marseille as a her landmark, she has been back in town for a few years and practices in the field of hypnosis and sophrology 💆🧘

At the end of 2023 she rekindles the flame of her old collective @synesthesiemusicart with her 2 funny partners Axcel and Fabo 💎

Today, as a seed being asleep under the ground all winter, Sabrina is opening up like a flower, slowly blooming and takes us into therapy to start spring with an ambient and soothing podcast. 🌌🌸
Authentic sound recordings of nature, from folk and world music to meditative frequencies, she makes us gravitate around her floating and offbeat universe. 🌿🌾

Sabrina - Luzerna Podcast #003

live | metic, blake creighton, matsu

Interview: https://truantsblog.com/2024/truancy-volume-327-command-d

Soundcloud: @commandd

Access the download and full tracklist (Added) on our Patreon. However if you need anything leave us a nice comment and either us or Command D will get back to you! Your support helps cover all our costs, allows us to now pay our guests and allows Truants to continue running as a non-profit and ad-free platform.

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Command D

Truancy Volume 327: Command D

Today we are happy to share SAL’s interpretation of Far Blue. 

With the mix, the German duo tells the story of a couple who slowly wake up from a dream-like state where everything was fine and realize that it's not working anymore. As the discussions become more intense and end in arguments, they break up and decide to go in different directions and move on, but not without continuing to appreciate each other. 

‘Let’s try to be grateful for what we had together’

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@salsound

Instagram.com/farblue_ 
Facebook.com/farblueconcept

Photography by @aspetuck

A Far Blue concept by SAL - 'Relationships & Arguments'

Next up in the series we have Brighton based 'Fortune Sessions' founder and 'The Mine' resident @dub_athlete with a 2 hour texturally deep exploration through dreamy ambient, percussive techno & darker bass-heavy cuts.

A beautiful journey showcasing her versatility as a DJ, thank you Sophie <3

𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞 / 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐬 / 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐨 𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞
Sophie, She, Brighton UK

𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐦𝐢𝐱
Firstly, thanks to Dj wiggles for the opportunity to contribute to the Kinetic series <3

The mix is experimental and long-form, exploring ambient meditative selections as well as darker bass-heavy and textured tracks from across the bpm spectrum, with several tracks warped far from their original bpm. The pace, mood and energy fluctuate. Some tracks emerge quickly, like intrusive thoughts or distractions, others are  given more time to breathe merging into the mix more subtly. This reflects the often unpredictable and challenging nature of losing and regaining a sense of presence and control. The mix has a symbolic cyclical nature, returning to particular percussive sounds and motifs as it progresses. 

Many philosophies motivate me to DJ including the belief everything is connected to the collective and sound exists at that intersection, it is a universally connecting force that exists at the boundaries where mind and body meet the world. All creative practices are intrinsically informed by the personal experiences of their creator/s. This imbues them with narrative and gives them the potential for human connection at these boundaries. 

The title of the mix “decompression” alludes to the pursuit of emotive release. It is a response to life at present - from harrowing world events, to personal challenges and introspection. I hope people enjoy and connect with it, perhaps finding some peace of mind by its end.

𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐮𝐬 𝐚 𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐢𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐭?
I started the Fortune Sessions nights in 2019. Before then I threw a lot of house parties. When I had to move into a house unsuitable for big gatherings I began looking for a venue. 

The Fortune of War is a venue located on Brighton beach. It has an intimate dance floor space indoors for winter events and then a big outdoor space for parties in summer. It’s well-loved by locals, with a friendly and laid-back vibe. For a grassroots night it felt like the perfect fit. 

The first session went well but then Covid hit just before the second event was due to happen. I was disappointed but it gave me time to develop the aim and concept behind the events. I also acquired a better sound system to power them. The second session finally took place in March 2022 and two years on I’m preparing for the 15th!

The Fortune Sessions have always had a multi-genre format with a commitment to diversity behind the decks, and a low-key unpretentious vibe. The venue being a pub rather than a club means that the events draw a crowd of dedicated ravers as well as people just out for a good time. Not everyone who enjoys dance music vibes with the club environment, so I’m glad to be able to platform niche genres in an unintimidating space to a wider audience. The nights being free entry also means its more accessible, giving the opportunity for new musical discovery. On a few occasions I’ve been asked “what IS this music??” by people on the dancefloor.

Check out the full interview & more via our substack: https://allmovingobjects.substack.com/p/kinetic-mix-029-dub-athlete-decompression

kinetic mix 029: Dub Athlete "Decompression"

Join us for the 19th installment of the Herbarium mix series, as we dive into the innovative world of @cola-ren, an inspiring Chinese DJ and producer.
In her journey she leads us through a versatile selection of works ranging from dubby vibes through tribal rhythms to bass music touches and intriguing harmonies. 🌱👾
Also, keep an eye open as she will be the next one to release on our label ⭐

COLA REN chose the Banyan tree / Ficus Benghalensis for her musical trip. Here is why:
The sprawling canopy of the banyan tree, with its aerial roots reaching down to the earth, symbolizes the diverse landscape of my musical exploration within this mixtape. Much like the banyan's ability to thrive in various environments, from dense forests to urban landscapes, my mixtape traverses through a multitude of electronic music genres. From the deep, atmospheric beginnings reminiscent of the shaded undergrowth to the vibrant crescendos akin to sunlit clearings, the mixtape mirrors the adaptability and resilience of the banyan tree.

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About COLA REN

COLA REN is a music producer and DJ based in Guangzhou, China. Her sound is inspired by her observations of humanity, introspection, and experiences traveling the globe. She excels in using sound to depict organic visuals and emotional colors, guiding listeners through rhythms originating from different roots of the world.
Her debut self-released EP 'Hailu', a fulsome ambient, Balearic, and downtempo brew with a gorgeous sense of melody and spirituality that offers a soothing escape, which has received early support from Lena Willikens, Vladimir Ivkovic, Salamanda, K-LONE, Al Wootton, Joe Delon, Mixmag Asia and more. She also made appearances on international radio stations such as NTS, HÖR, Kiosk Radio and Rinse FM.

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Follow COLA REN
@cola-ren
www.instagram.com/colaxcola
colaren.bandcamp.com/

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Artwork by @polygonia

Herbarium No 19 - COLA REN - Ficus Benghalensis

Sleeper Tape For Skylab Radio EP. 1: Sleeper Tape Always. Aired on 21.06.24.

Tracklist:
1. A Gethsémani - Impressions [Reissued By Tunnel Vision Records]
2. helen island - alice dj (original) [Knekelhuis]
3. TRjj - Barely Rarely [Stroom]
4. KOU - Gartenschläfer [All Night Flight]
5. Crescent - Unit System [Atavistic]
6. Islaja - Uni Pöllönä Olemisesta [Fonal Records]
7. Minimal Compact - Naked As You Came [Crammed Discs]
8. Saint Abdullah - Glittering Appliances [Important Records]
9. Brannten Schnüre - Vom Baum Im Hof [Aguirre Records]
10. Troth & Chris Colla - Rain On Ash [Are You Before]
11. X-Ray Pop - Corto Maltese [Reissued By Dark Entries]
12. Ike Yard - Cherish [Reissued By Superior Viaduct]
13. Deux - Game & Performance [Minimal Wave]
14. Tools You Can Trust - Working And Shopping [Red Energy Dynamo]
15. Idiot O'Clock - Shinzu [Hiruko Records]
16. Iury Lech - Barreras [Reissued By Wah Wah Records]

It's been a while, more to come...

Skylab Radio EP. 1: Sleeper Tape Always [21.06.24]

Skylab Radio EP. 2: Vanity Lab Forever w/ Vanity Lab [20.07.24]

Japanese Private Press Special: Live From Hope St Radio [10.08.24]

Pleaser ( @fibreoptixxx ) on hour one w/ @ed_kent following suit.

Skylab Radio EP. 3: Power On To Zero Hour w/ Pleaser [11.10.24]

Timelord draws the curtains and puts forth a selection of muzik for corner dwellers.

Skylab Radio EP. 4: Myth Begotten w/ Timelord

CAVERNS 16: Sleep
Please support the artists and buy these records.

ASC - Cycle #09 (Resync) (The Tonal Cycles, Auxillary 2020) https://asc77.bandcamp.com/album/the-tonal-cycles

Alessandro Cortini - Quinta Emosfera (Emosfere, 2020) https://cortini.bandcamp.com/album/emosfere

Sigur Ros - Lightseen II (Liminal 3, KRUNK 2018) https://liminal.bandcamp.com/album/liminal-3

Frakkur - A Drop In The Ocean (Paul Corley Remix) (Liminal 2, KRUNK 2018) https://liminal.bandcamp.com/album/liminal-2

Loscil - Water Parrot (Lifelike, 2019) https://loscil.bandcamp.com/album/lifelike

Nicolas Jaar - Mistress (Nymphs III, R&S Records 2018) https://nicolasjaar.bandcamp.com/album/nymphs-triple-lp

Casino Versus Japan - Sunset Wake (Suicide By Sun, 2018) https://casinoversusjapan.bandcamp.com/album/suicide-by-sun

Arovane + Porya Hatami - rEsonance (Resonance, Ediciones Éter 2015) https://eterlab.bandcamp.com/album/resonance

36 & zakè - Reduction 1 (Stasis Sounds For Long-Distance Space Travel, Past Inside the Present 2020) https://pitp.bandcamp.com/album/stasis-sounds-for-long-distance-space-travel

The Sight Below - It All Falls Apart (It All Falls Apart, 2010) https://irisarri.bandcamp.com/album/it-all-falls-apart

ASC - Hadal Zone (The Waves, Silent Season 2019) https://shop.silentseason.com/album/the-waves

Caverns 16: Sleep

CAVERNS 17: Texture
Please support the artists and buy these records.

Laurel Halo - Oneiroi (Chance of Rain, Hyperdub 2013) https://laurelhalo.bandcamp.com/album/chance-of-rain

Casino versus Japan - A Meddling Fantasy (Frozen Geometry, Attacknine Records 2016) https://casinoversusjapan.bandcamp.com/album/frozen-geometry

Actress - Doggin’ (Hazyville, Ninja Tune 2014) https://actress.bandcamp.com/album/hazyville

Acid Pauli - Intellijel Bell (MOD, Ouie 2020) https://acidpauli.bandcamp.com/album/mod

Fennesz - Bécs (Bécs, Editions Megs 2014) https://fenneszemego.bandcamp.com/album/b-cs

Maps and Diagrams - Spore (Azurescens, Handstitched/False Industries 2019) https://handstitched.bandcamp.com/album/azurescens

Pariah - Pith (Here From Where We Are, Houndstooth 2018) https://pariahuk.bandcamp.com/track/here-from-where-we-are

Kali Malone - Spectacle of Ritual (The Sacrificial Code, Ideal Recordings 2019) https://kalimalone.bandcamp.com/album/the-sacrificial-code

Martin Stürtzer - I (Seven Pieces For Synthesizer, Phelios 2019) https://phelios.bandcamp.com/album/seven-pieces-for-synthesizer

Burial - State Forest (Claustro / State Foreset, Hyperdub 2019) https://burial.bandcamp.com/album/claustro-state-forest

Caverns 17 - Texture

CAVERNS 18: Wavelengths
Please support the artists and buy these records.

EOD - Swurlk (snarlfingercroak mix) (Swurlk EP, 2017) https://eodtracks.bandcamp.com/album/swurlk

Nathan Fake - Cloudswept (Sunder, Ninja Tune 2018) https://nathanfake.com/album/sunder 

Aphex Twin - PAPAT4[155][pineal mix] (Syro, Warp 2014) https://aphextwin.bandcamp.com/album/syro

Barker - Gradients Of Bliss (Utility, Ostgut Ton 2019) https://sambarker.bandcamp.com/track/gradients-of-bliss

Alex Smoke - ok (Incommunicado, Soma Quality Recordings 2005) https://www.discogs.com/Alex-Smoke-Incommunicado/release/408310

Stenny - Westward (Consume IV, ILIAN TAPE 2016) https://iliantape.bandcamp.com/album/it030-stenny-consume-iv

Downliners Sekt - Soul débris (Silent Ascent, InFiné 2014) https://downliners-sekt.bandcamp.com/album/silent-ascent

Deadbeat - I.D.1 (The Infinity Dubs, Vol.1, BLKRTZ 2013) https://boomkat.com/products/the-infinity-dubs-vol-1-79e7abc9-a8f6-47f5-93c7-a8faa9f07a33

Actress - Señorita (Splazsh, Honest Jon’s Records 2010) https://actress.bandcamp.com/album/splazsh

James Shinra - DAYDREAMM (Reverie EP, Analogical Force 2020) https://analogicalforce.bandcamp.com/album/af029-reverie-ep

Machinedrum - Sleepy Pietro (feat. Tigran Hamasyan) (A View of U, Ninja Tune 2020) https://machinedrum.bandcamp.com/album/a-view-of-u