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Somnolent sessions - October 2021

Retrospect 079 | Somnolent Works (@somnolent_works)

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Józef Flakus, also known as Somnolent Works, is a producer, DJ and music explorer based in Upper Silesia. He is passionate about breakbeat/jungle rhythms, old school electro, and techno music, often with robotic and strong elements. He loves to break conventions and explore new musical directions taken from different genres of music. The gritty and atmospheric landscape of factories, mines, and steelworks of his hometown region has had a significant impact on his music, particularly in its darker and more experimental elements. Somnolent Works sound often reflects the mechanical rhythms and metallic textures of the industrial world.

He is a regular member of the CEL club in Katowice, where he can be heard playing his eclectic selections from behind the decks. His latest releases include his debut EP titled "Surface Noise" which was self-released at the end of 2021. The EP showcases his distinctive style of noisy breakbeat rhythms, while also exploring new musical directions. In late 2022, he released the "Paperclip" single on the SKAN Records (@skan-rec) compilation, which further demonstrated his ability to craft intricate and immersive soundscapes within the electro genre. On March 23rd, 2023, he released another, four-track EP, called "Elephant On Drugs" on the POTOP Records (@potoprecords) in Katowice.

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RETROSPECT 079: Somnolent Works

Hey bass heads, it's been a while! Our May episode just dropped, and we've got some seriously hard-hitting tracks to share with you. This journey wouldn't be complete without an experimental twist on bass-heavy groovers from our special guest, Somnolent Works. 
Let's goooo!!!

CIARKI 086 TRACKLIST:
K-Lone - Wait 4 U [AUS Music]
Wen - Coolin’ Off [GD4YA]
Baltra - Breathe Deep [Future Classic]
PENERA - ONE CHANCE [Forthcoming 17Steps]
Bakongo - Frozen Isle [Forthcoming Eterna]
Lake Hills - SP1CE [All The People]
COIDO - 7th Movement [Yuku]
Mia Koden - F.T.S [Self Released]
James Shinra - Cowbell [Self Released]
Illegal Shipment - Police Raid [BlueDollarBillz]
Ivy Lab - Torpedo [Self Released]
Niks - V2B [Céad]
Drone - Airtight
Dylan Dylan - Forward [Shall Not Fade]
Bodhi - Reformat [Hotflush Rec.]
Mantra - Shakout [Illan Tape]
Silas - Ubuntu [Forthcoming Sneaker Social Club]
Pugilist - Destructor [Self Released]
BJF - Vulcano [Nehza Records]
NKK - Ion [Nasty Enterprises]
Club Glow - Our Style [Rinse]
Croixrouge - K2 [Nehza Records]
Clare Durant & Hartta - Lens Control [Forthcoming Oddities]
Fjaak - And You Feel [Self Released]
NOGE x SlowRolla - One Question [Purple Records]
Maara & Amor Satyr - Lost & Delirious [Wajang]
Ron Mercy - From the Back [MOVELTRAXX]
Tim Reaper - Scorched Earth [Future Retro]
Nova Cheq - Friyay Inna Shed (Toby Ross Remix) [Super Sonic Booty Bangers]
We Rob Rave - Adono [Hardcore Energy]

SOMNOLENT WORKS TRACKLIST:
Client_03 - Interpersonal Relationship Assessment
SC-164 - Seperate Follower (Sync 24 Remix)
Datawave - Magnetron
Gesloten Cirkel - Prisonriot
Пацаны44 - Mausoleum
Maelstrom - CRFT
Adrien d'Elziu - Swolle
Serge Geyzel - Sceptic
Client_03 - Unity Cadidate
Dagga X Manao - Miami Youth
CEM3340 - 5505 Eerror
Unklevon - E-Computer
Somnolent Works - Lost Transmission
Saigg - Sedronary
Assembler Code & Jensen Interceptor - Hyper Reality (Sync 24 Remix)
Viikatory X Manao - The Future
Andrea - Future Atmo
Skee Mask - Dial 274

SOMNOLENT WORKS:
https://www.instagram.com/somnolent_works/
@somnolent_works

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CIARKI 087 with SOMNOLENT WORKS

ANTIBURN HOTCAST #82 with Somnolent Works (@somnolent_works)

"Get ready for the experimental but still danceable stuff I've prepared for this special occasion. You'll find lots of bass melodies, fast and saturated 808's, and my favorite noisy electro-basslines straight from the iconic Pro-One synthesizer. It's a combination of my new discoveries, but with a respect for the older tunes, which are continually a huge influence on me. I couldn't resist making room for a track from my newly formed label, called “No Photo Policy.” Definitely check out the full release as it is a BANGING opener! This is not a test" - Somnolent Works

SUPPORT LIST:

1. Adrien d'Elzius - Zasvojenost (feat. Spazmik System) @adriendelzius
2. Modern Collapse - Seeds @modern-collapse
3. drøn - Numerator (Maude vôs Denominator Remix)
4. Ivy Lab - Cake (Nikki Nair Remix) @ivylab @nikki-nair
5. Shortage - Heavyweight
6. COIDO - Wedge @coido
7. Cocktail Party Effect - Racka @cocktailpartyeffectmusic
8. COIDO - 7th Movement @coido
9. Deft - OKURTHEEXPERT @deft
10. Rhyw - Honey Badger @rhyw
11. Lake Hills - LATENIGHTWALK @lake-hills
12. Manao - Furro @elmanao
13. Robodrum - Galaktyczny Folk @robodrumakaelectromonter
14. Serge Geyzel - Energy Status @sergegeyzel
15. Assembler Code & Jensen Interceptor - Bioluminescence @assemblerc @jensen-interceptor
16. Unklevon - San Telmo (feat. Augustina) @unklevonunklevon
17. Assembler Code - Write Pulse @assemblerc
18. DJ Freakuency - Electro's Fugitive (Jensen Interceptor Remix) @djfreakuencyscumklub @jensen-interceptor
19. Cocktail Party Effect - Fixing the Roof @cocktailpartyeffectmusic
20. Treetalking - SYNAPSES

HOTCAST#82  with «Somnolent Works»

NEW NEW NEW 

DJ Tankard!

Artist - @djtankard
Label - @bricksweatrecords

[PREMIERE] DJ Tankard - My Robot's CV [Brick Sweat Records]

Orchestrator

Somnolent Works is a forward-thinking producer, DJ, and music explorer hailing from Poland. Deeply inspired by the gritty industrial landscape of factories and mines, his music embodies dark and futuristic sounds with strong robotic elements.

Being a true innovator, he blends noisy electro, breakbeat rhythms, and 90s techno to craft raw and hypnotic sonic journeys.
As a regular at the iconic CEL club in Katowice, he has become a key figure in the underground scene.

In 2024, he founded the No Photo Policy label, a platform dedicated to underground electronic music and visual arts.
His releases have gained recognition on respected labels such as No Photo Policy, Ovelha Trax, POTOP, and Native Boundaries.

Somnolent Works thrives on breaking conventions, exploring new directions, and delivering immersive performances. His sets are a visceral experience for those seeking authenticity and raw energy.
Whether behind the decks or in the studio, Somnolent Works pushes the boundaries of underground electronic music with unparalleled creativity.

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Socials:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/somnolentworks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/somnolent_works/
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/somnolent_works

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Further information:

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/somnolent_works

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Selected discography:

Solo:

- Follower EP (No Photo Policy), 2024
- 3-Terminal EP (Ovelha Trax), 2024
- Elephant on Drugs EP (POTOP Records), 2023
- Surface Noise EP, 2021
- Giant Clay Heroes (single), 2021
- Air Error (single), 2021

Compilations:

- Picture of Science (VA Breaking Bounds vol.2 - Native Boundaries) - 2024
- Back To 96 (Peace Tomorrow V/A 2 - Peace Tomorrow, 2023
- Inner Source (VA FIREPROOF [vol.1] - Your Character), 2023
- Paperclip (VA Leaked Signals Compilation - SKAN Records), 2022

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Tracklist:

01. Somnolent Works - Intro
02. Identified Patient - Walk With Me
03. Somnolent Works - Wired Activity
04. Client_03 - IntrospectionDecimator
05. Little Snake - R-U-RDY- 2 MV
06. ZULI - Bo2 ft. Maoupa Mazzocchetti
07. Client_03 - Unity Cadidate
08. Jensen Interceptor - Biometric
09. Mikron - Ulterior
10. Random Copy - IPNLIVE5
11. Mani Festo - Rugg
12. Somnolent Works - Surface Reflection
13. Sync 24 x Jensen Interceptor - Wave ID
14. 214 - Earthworms
15. Raw Takes - 116ctro
16. Assembler Code & Jensen Interceptor - Funk Spitter
17. Somnolent Works - Lost Transmission

Addicted-2-Bass / Episode 068 / Somnolent Works / 16.02.2025

Tripalium Corp presents the fourth volume of its Tripalium Mind Fucked! VA series, featuring 15 mind-blowing tracks from some of the freakiest producers of the moment: Dimmä, Fleisher, Pondi Map, Lv Amaj, Shade, siio, Krumble, Dj Würm, Shibuya793, Archivist x SDKV, cable.percussion, Laxenanchaos, Cheetah & Slinki, Hazy Blades, and Uroko. 

Featured: https://klubikon.com/2025/02/24/premiere-archivist-x-sdkv-bavovna 

'Tripalium Fucked-Up Squad vol. 4' VA will be available after February 27th https://tripalium.bandcamp.com/album/tmf-17-va-tripalium-fucked-up-squad-vol-4 

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Featured

PREMIERE: Archivist x SDKV - Bavovna

● Lithuanian electro flagship 5ZYL follows up his debut album with a dynamic remix EP, featuring a handpicked selection of top-tier artists from across Europe. Romphea, Calagad 13, Q100, Ement, John Patter, and Cport Cistema deliver diverse and electrifying reinterpretations, each adding a unique twist to the original tracks. From deep and driving grooves to high-energy bangers, this release is set to spice up dancefloors everywhere.

● Artists: 𝟓𝐙𝐘𝐋, Romphea remix
https://soundcloud.com/zygzyl5
https://www.instagram.com/zygzyl5/
https://soundcloud.com/rompheamusic
https://www.instagram.com/rompheamusic/

● Label: PZ Records
https://soundcloud.com/pz_records
https://www.instagram.com/pz.records

● Release: 2025.05.02

🛒 https://pzrecords.bandcamp.com/album/reese-dreams-remixes

📺 https://youtu.be/8ItexjJnUsc

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𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙚𝙧𝙚 : 5ZYL - Reese Dreams (Romphea Remix) [PZ Records]

Lithuanian electro flagship 5ZYL follows up his debut album with a dynamic remix EP, featuring a handpicked selection of top-tier artists from across Europe. Romphea, Calagad 13, Q100, Ement, John Patter, and Cport Cistema deliver diverse and electrifying reinterpretations, each adding a unique twist to the original tracks. From deep and driving grooves to high-energy bangers, this release is set to spice up dancefloors everywhere.

A1. 5ZYL - Reese Dreams (Romphea Remix) (5:47)
A2. 5ZYL - Then I Start (Calagad 13 Remix) (4:10)
A3. 5ZYL - Ouzo (Q100 Remix) (3:47)
A4. 5ZYL- Don't Hold Back (5ZYL Reese Mix) (5:24)
B1. 5ZYL - Ouzo (Ement Remix) (5:44)
B2. 5ZYL - Communication Error (John Patter Remix) (5:43)
B3. 5ZYL - Then I Start (Cport Cistema Remix) (6:54)

[PZREC010+LP] 5ZYL - Reese Dreams Remixes EP
Release date: 2nd of May 2025 (all digital platforms), 16th of May 2025 (LP).
Graphic design: Tadas Karpavičius
Mastering: George Anyfantis

Pre-Order EP on Bandcamp: pzrecords.bandcamp.com/album/reese-dreams-remixes

PZREC010. Written, produced, arranged and recorded by Žygimantas Dzikevičius in Vilnius (Lithuania). Remix & additional production by Christos Dalianis (A1), Aitor Pereira Martínez (A2), Jaroslav Shushkevich (A3), Justas Džementas (B1), Jonas Kazlauskas (B2), Simonas Činga (B3) . Mastering by George Anyfantis.
Artwork and Design by Tadas Karpavičius.
Published by copyright control. (P) and (C) PZ Records, Kaunas / Cologne, 2025
pzrecords.bandcamp.com


PREMIERE: 5ZYL - Communication Error (John Patter Remix) [PZ Records]

Audio version of the video set recorded at our studio by Somnolent Works.
Artist profile: @somnolent_works
Original picture available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paTc3D_B10s&t=1958s

Somnolent Works - Underton Live

● Estamos emocionados de presentar este nuevo EP de Saigg que exploran los límites del electro, break y techno. Este lanzamiento es una expresión de pasión conectada a la esencia de quienes sienten y comprenden el trabajo que hay detrás de cada proyecto.
Es una alegría inmensa que este sello tan pequeño que fue creado en un pueblo pequeño en el interior de Argentina, tenga el aval, la confianza y el amor de artistas tan talentosos dentro de la escena underground.

Agradecemos cordialmente a los productores que han apoyado con los remixes en este lanzamiento: Mascarpone, Eid55558.55, Guada Bonnin

● Artist: Saigg
https://soundcloud.com/saigg
https://www.instagram.com/saigg_._

● Label: Abrakadabra
https://soundcloud.com/abrakadabra-rec
https://www.instagram.com/abrakadabra.rec/

📺 https://youtu.be/rkUAQ1rm_Yg

𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙢𝙞𝙚𝙧𝙚 : Saigg - Retroplastic (original mix) [Abrakadabra]

Track taken from Greazus - Fermented Dairy Yakuza Social Club [Posse Up!]
Order : https://posseup.bandcamp.com/album/fermented-dairy-yakuza-social-club

@greazus
@posseup

DOWNLOAD

PREMIEEEERE - Greazus - Dream Trippin [Posse Up!]

Part 2/4 from the EP called "Neptunes Cyber Space".

OUT NOW -> https://staticsystem.bandcamp.com/album/neptunes-cyber-space

released May 17, 2025

Produced, mixed and mastered by Static System
Artwork by Static System

Special Thanks to Sören, Giulio and Dominic

all rights reserved

Hold For Shimmer

NEW ONUS AND DJ TANKARD! 

LABEL BIO:
The sound of rebellion. The return of chaos.

Lambratech proudly presents NEON ONI, a defiant 25-track compilation of cutting-edge electro from a battalion of international artists, each summoned to awaken the sonic demons beneath the surface.

In a world where algorithms dictate taste and uniformity dominates the dancefloor, NEON ONI emerges as a glitch in the system — a call to arms for those who still believe in raw frequencies, distorted machines, and emotional voltage. Born from the depths of a cybernetic underworld, our Oni rise from tangled cables and neon-lit shadows to fight back against the tyranny of sonic standardization.

This V/A release is not just a compilation — it’s an uprising. Expect machine-funk, cyber basslines, haunted grooves, and relentless drum programming. From classic electro purists to experimental iconoclasts, every artist contributes a strike in the war for musical soul.

Plug in. Drop out.

Art by @arsenioilvero

Master by Riccardo Baldoni


onus & DJ Tankard - All That Girl (Original Mix) [Lambratech]

Track taken from Tefi - Blue Moon EP [FFS Collective]
Release date : june 20th, 2025
Pre-order : https://ffscollective.bandcamp.com/album/tefi-blue-moon

Rising Portuguese DJ and producer Tefi brings the heat with Blue Moon — a groovy, acidy, and immersive EP that cuts through with clarity and energy. Across three original tracks, Tefi explores a forward-thinking take on electro, blending tight rhythms with the unmistakable edge of acid basslines. 
The release also includes two remixes from PE JORA $$$ and Oatmilk, each offering their own take on the EP.

@tefimusic
@oatmilkffs
@ffscollective

PREMIEEEERE - Tefi - Blue Moon (OatMilk Remix) [FFS Collective]

Producer, DJ, head chef of @no-photo-policy label. Passionate about noisy/mechanical electro, breakbeat/jungle rhythms and 90s techno, often with robotic and strong elements. Loves to break conventions and explore new musical directions taken from different genres of music. The gritty and atmospheric landscape of factories, mines, and steelworks of his hometown region has had a significant impact on his music, particularly in its darker and more experimental elements. Somnolent Works sound often reflects the mechanical rhythms and metallic textures of the industrial world. He is a regular member of the CEL club in Katowice and founder of the No Photo Policy Label. Released his tracks in labels like: No Photo Policy, Ovelha Trax, POTOP, Native Boundaries, and more...

👉 For bookings DM here or send mail:
somnolent.works@jflakus.com

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